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Investors prepare for warnings

This week, investors will look at the National Association of Purchasing Management Index and the Labor Department's unemployment number for March. The NAPM number is scheduled for release Monday and is considered one of the best indicators of the condition in the factory sector. A reading above 50 is considered a sign of expansion, while a number below 50 signals economic contraction. The unemployment figure is scheduled for release Friday. Economists are calling for the unemployment rate to rise slightly to 4.3 percent.

Senior Mack redshirts

It was just a friendly soccer pickup game. On a warm summer night senior midfielder, then National Player of the Year candidate, Ryan Mack was on staff at IU's annual summer camp for high school soccer players.

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Heading to lay-offs on a good note

The IU men's track and field team was victorious this weekend. The Hoosiers defeated Big Ten foes Ohio State and Penn State at home Saturday. IU is 3-0 heading into a two-week lay-off. The meet had good performances including three more NCAA provisional marks.

Friends remember student at service

A memorial service was held this past Saturday at Whittenberger Auditorium for Helen Walker, who died after being struck by a drunk driver in May. "Don't stop thinking about Helen, or talking about her. If we all do this, the memory of her will live on," said Townsend Teague, close friend and theatrical colleague of the late student.

Björk returns with enchanting album

Björk's iconic image is intrinsic to her art. Prominently featured on the cover of all her albums and most of her singles and videos, the way she presents herself on the outside packaging is usually a good clue to what's going on inside.

Williams shows Axis crowd essence of blues

The Axis Nightclub is not exactly a Mississippi juke joint, but Grammy award-winning musician Lucinda Williams evoked the spirit of a sweaty night on the bayou last Tuesday to a packed house of hardcore fans. Canadian singer-songwriter Ron Sexsmith opened for Williams, warming up the crowd with his laid-back roots rock. Switching between piano crooner and guitar cowboy, Sexsmith showcased a diverse repertoire. Following his hour-long set, the crowd was forced to wait another hour for Williams' appearance onstage. After a crew member lit the dozen candles and incense scattered around the stage, Williams casually sauntered onto the dimly lit Axis stage.

Delts' national chapter calls for suspension

Delta Tau Delta fraternity was suspended by its National Headquarters Wednesday. A suspension of the chapter by the Interfraternity Council goes into effect today. The Arch Chapter of Delta Tau Delta suspended the IU Delta Tau Delta fraternity chapter yesterday in response to the ongoing investigation into a social function that occurred at the fraternity, located at 1431 N. Jordan Ave., Friday, Jan. 18. Police officers responded to an anonymous phone call complaining of loud music and the presence of alcoholic beverages at the fraternity in the early morning hours of Jan. 18, according to police.

The most powerful nation on Earth

I am reminded of a recent discussion I had with a friend who was deeply concerned about how America was being perceived abroad. At the time, America's activities in Afghanistan were reaching their peak. However, I have had similar conversations with other people since, and not all relate specifically to the so-called "War on Terror."

Zimbabwe farm violence continues

HARARE, Zimbabwe -- Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe said Sunday that he approves of a Commonwealth-backed deal to end his country's farm seizure crisis. However, there were reports of new violence in the north of the country. Eighteen months of violent land seizures have bought Zimbabwe's economy to its knees. Nine farmers have died in the violence. Mugabe has maintained that Britain, Zimbabwe's former colonial master, must compensate 5,000 whites whose farms he wants to redistribute to black Zimbabweans.

IUSA to begin Lecture Series

Perplexed over parking? Ticked about the tuition hike? Worried about Web security? This fall, students will have a voice and a chance to get answers directly from the decision-makers themselves. The IU Student Association will give students the opportunity to engage in open question and answer sessions with top University officials during its regular meetings, IUSA announced Friday. When campaigning for IUSA offices, the Supernova ticket promised to work on improving relations between the student body and the administration. They plan to fulfill that promise with the IUSA Lecture Series.

Several IU alumni honored with Distinguished Alumni Service Award

The IU Alumni Association will present five individuals with its Distinguished Alumni Service Award Sunday. The award has been presented annually since 1953.

Hoosiers set to battle Valparaiso

IU is ready to play Valparaiso today at Sembower Field at 3 p.m., barring rainy weather or a wet field. It's the Hoosiers' first game since their annual spring trip to Florida last week, where they went 7-0 by defeating Northern Illinois, Bucknell, Manhattan, Yale, Northern Iowa, Dartmouth and Fairleigh Dickinson. The victories pushed IU's record to 12-3.

Senior fullback Johnson to transfer

The IU football team expected to start a new quarterback and running back for the 2002 season. Now they'll start a new fullback, too. Senior fullback Jeremi Johnson, the Hoosiers' leading returning rusher, has decided to transfer from IU.

Ladies and Gentlemen start your engines

INDIANAPOLIS -- Tightening the final bolt and hanging the last banner, workers at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway are putting the finishing touches to Victory Circle in preparation for what has been called the "Greatest Spectacle in Racing." The Indianapolis 500, scheduled to start Sunday at 11 a.m., is boasting the fastest field of cars in the history of IMS this year -- the average qualifying speed is 228.648 m.p.h. -- and the race is expected to be even more exciting.

Prog-rock pioneers re-issue classic album

Bush addresses Congress, world

WASHINGTON -- President Bush summoned all nations to wage war on terrorism Thursday night and vowed "justice will be done" against those who killed thousands in last week's attacks. With warplanes and ships on the move, he urged an anxious America to be calm, "even in the face of a continuing threat."

Former coach Felling's case continues against IU

Yet another advancement has occurred in one of the ongoing legal battles surrounding former IU basketball coach Bobby Knight and IU employee termination procedures.

Student's internship paves way to future mode of travel

For the last four years, senior Sara Brennan has been part of a team developing the Segway Human Transporter (HT). Its scooter-like design may look simple, but it incorporates advanced technology, some of which has been in development for over 10 years. Weighing in at 80 pounds, this self-balancing, electric-powered device was founded by renowned inventor Dean Kamen, chairman and CEO of Segway LLC.

Grand slam helps Hoosiers in win over Lions

IU made a major step in getting back into the hunt for the Big Ten championship with an 11-9 victory over Penn State Saturday at Sembower Field.