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American journalist shot dead in Iraq

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, Aug. 3,2005 8:57 p.m.

BASRA, Iraq -- An American freelance journalist, who accused Basra's police of being infiltrated by Shiite militiamen in a recent New York Times column and his Internet blog, was found shot to death in the southern city after being abducted by armed men driving a police car.

Foreign activists gather to discuss Constitution

Wednesday, Aug. 3,2005 8:52 p.m.

International scholars and activists are currently attending a conference at the IU Law School to discuss constitutional reform.

Revolution on tour

By Sam Nissen · Wednesday, Aug. 3,2005 6:59 p.m.

While out on tour O.A.R. agreed to talk to IDS Weekend about their up coming album and life on the road.

Grad studies dean bolts from IU for 'better fit'

By Mike Malik · Monday, Aug. 1,2005 11:24 a.m.

Dean of Graduate Studies John Slattery announced he is resigning his post to take a position at the University of Washington in Seattle that is "a better fit" for him.

Police arrest student after cyclist is hit

By Michael Zennie · Monday, Aug. 1,2005 11:24 a.m.

Bloomington police arrested IU sophomore Todd A. Munson Wednesday night around 10:30 p.m. for operating a vehicle while intoxicated after the car he was driving struck and injured a bicyclist. The cyclist, Justin Holman, suffered an "incapacitating injury" to his hip or upper leg when Munson's 2002 Ford Expedition hit him, police reported.

Under fire

By Megan Hubartt · Monday, Aug. 1,2005 11:23 a.m.

It's not how most college students would choose to spend their summer months -- waking up at 5 a.m. each morning, spending nearly 12 hours each day going through demanding physical and educational training. But, for the past 12 weeks, 20 IU students have been doing just that.

Curfew law beneficial

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, Aug. 1,2005 11:20 a.m.

Last week, police began enforcement of the curfew law in Indianapolis. Trailing the chilling story of the prank that went awry, Indianapolis Police launched an "aggressive sweep" looking for teenagers out later than curfew. The law forbids children younger than 15 from staying out later than 11 p.m. Those aged 15-17 have until 1 a.m. Those found in violation of the curfew law can receive a fine of anywhere from $50 to $2,500. The officer's discretion will play a dominant role in how much the citation is.

'I'm Loving It' in America, Spain

By Alyson Brodsy and Jessica Gall · Monday, Aug. 1,2005 11:19 a.m.

When I was in high school my U.S. History teacher told our class about the "Golden Arches Theory of Conflict Prevention," thought up by New York Times writer Thomas Friedman. The theory goes that there has never been a war between two nations that each have McDonald's because if a country is at an advanced enough level economically and socially that McDonald's has invested money into franchises there, then it is against that country's best interest to get involved in a military conflict. Looks like we will not be going to war with Spain any time soon because during my month-long trip to that country I encountered numerous McDonald's -- although not as many as there are here. While it might seem odd to use McDonald's to explain the conflict-reducing advantages of globalization, the theory has held up so far, and the Golden Arches can also be a useful tool for explaining some of the differences I observed between American and Spanish cultures.

Lotus seeks volunteers for annual music and arts festival

By Annysa LaMantia and Anyssa LaMantia · Monday, Aug. 1,2005 11:18 a.m.

One of the many thrills of Bloomington life is surely the annual Lotus World Music and Arts Festival which draws talented musicians from around the globe to the city each September. This event unites community members, students, and area residents in downtown Bloomington for several evenings packed with world music, culture, food, and various other forms of entertainment.

'Pinafore' offers humor

By Alyson Brodsy and Adam Sedia · Monday, Aug. 1,2005 11:18 a.m.

When one thinks of the great operatic traditions of the world, England usually doesn't come to mind as much as Italy, Germany and France. When IU shows operas, they usually are from those countries, and if the performance is in English, it is usually a translation from Italian, German or French (and sometimes Russian). Such is not the case with IU's running opera, the "H.M.S. Pinafore," premiered in 1878 with the text by William Gilbert and music by Arthur Sullivan.

Hoosiers torpedo to top at Speedo Series

By Nick O'Neill · Monday, Aug. 1,2005 11:17 a.m.

This year's Speedo Champions Series Central Zone Section 3 meet, held in the Counsilman Billingsley Aquatic Center, saw IU swimmers finish atop both the men and women's divisions. Sophomore John Kevin Koehler captured the men's point title with 110, while Junior Clarissa Wentworth swam away with the women's title, carrying a total score of 90.

Hoosiers host Midwest Circuit of ITAs

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, Aug. 1,2005 11:16 a.m.

Four members of the Indiana women's tennis team were in action this weekend at one of the regional events held by the ITA, the Intercollegiate Tennis Association.

Track stars race in Europe

By Rob DeWitte and Rob eWitte · Monday, Aug. 1,2005 11:15 a.m.

In America, track and field is largely ignored in a non-Olympic year, hiding behind the NFL, NBA, MLB and PGA. American track and field often focuses more on "the human side" than on the actual competition and the athletes. This is even more pronounced in distance running, and frustrates many serious runners and avid fans.

Pope hails IRA disarmament decision

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, Aug. 1,2005 11:14 a.m.

CASTEL GANDOLFO, Italy -- Pope Benedict XVI on Sunday hailed the Irish Republican Army disarmament decision as "beautiful news" and urged all to work for a lasting peace after decades of bloodshed in Northern Ireland.

Shuttle dilemma has NASA scrambling

By Marcia Dunn · Monday, Aug. 1,2005 11:12 a.m.

SPACE CENTER, Houston -- A couple of short strips of filler material dangling from Discovery's belly had NASA scrambling Sunday to determine whether the protrusions might endanger the space shuttle during re-entry and whether the astronauts might need to attempt a repair.

Summertime fun for all

By David A. Nosko · Monday, Aug. 1,2005 11:12 a.m.

With summer classes concluding in a few weeks, many are seeking some much-needed peace and relaxation before the fall semester begins.

Kelley professors weigh in on new dean

By Mike Malik · Monday, Aug. 1,2005 11:11 a.m.

The first thing Kelley School of Business Dean Dan Smith did once he was officially named to the top spot within the institution was meeting with several members of the faculty and business students to discuss the future of the school. Though Smith has held the position on an interim basis for a year, he has not been able to put his mark on one of the top business schools in the nation.

Jordan River Forum

Sunday, July 31,2005 9:25 p.m.

"My dog is a liberal"... That was purely beautiful. I just showed it to one of my liberal friends.

Troubles' end?

By Alyson Brodsy and Brian J. McFillen · Sunday, July 31,2005 9:09 p.m.

Last Thursday, the Provisional Irish Republican Army (IRA) formally renounced the use of violence, ordering its members "to assist the development of purely political and democratic programmes through exclusively peaceful means ... (and) not engage in any other activities whatsoever" (BBC, July 28).

Gunning for grandpa

By Alyson Brodsy and Jeff Alstott · Sunday, July 31,2005 9:08 p.m.

Two weeks ago in Arizona, five anti-war senior citizens entered a military recruitment office, asking to enlist in the army so their children and grandchildren could come home. Last week, the Pentagon asked Congress to raise the maximum age for new enlistees by seven years to access the older population.