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An infinite disappointment

By Wes Jakacki · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 6:49 p.m.

Targeting fans of hipster romantic comedies such as “Garden State” and “Juno,” “Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist” attempts to match the charm and wit of others in the genre only to come up with something much less sincere and authentic.

Zeros to Heroes

By Brian McFillen · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 6:47 p.m.

As the story goes, Johnny Ramone once replied to a complaint that the Ramones’ songs were too short by saying: “They’re not too short; we just play ’em real fast.” In describing The Zero Boys’ 1982 debut album “Vicious Circle,” few words could be so apt.

A Bloomington romance

By Shannon Burruss · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 6:45 p.m.

Though Bloomington is not the Paris of the Midwest, there is plenty of romance to be found here.

Little Bit of Love and Happiness: The ultimate Valentine’s Day mix tape

By Kelsey McArdle · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 6:44 p.m.

Although I might not always seem like it, I’m a sentimental idealist at heart. Put on the perfect love song and these eyes won’t stay dry for long.

IUSA Congress approves new elections code

By Alyssa Goldman · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 5:14 p.m.

Students will now be able to vote online and in person for the IU Student Association elections. This was just one of the many changes approved by the IUSA Congress Tuesday night.

Congress reaches agreement on stimulus bill

By David Espo · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 3:22 p.m.

WASHINGTON – Lawmakers reached an agreement Wednesday on a $789 billion economic stimulus measure designed to create millions of jobs.

7.0-magnitude quake shakes northern Indonesia

Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 1:39 p.m.

Indonesia issued a tsunami warning after a powerful quake struck waters off its eastern coast early Thursday, a local agency said. it was not immediately clear if the temblor caused any injures or damage.

FBI investigating 530 corporate fraud cases

By Devlin Barrett · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 11:34 a.m.

WASHINGTON — The FBI is conducting more than 500 investigations of corporate fraud amid the financial meltdown.

** FILE ** This April 2, 2008 file photo shows Houston Astros shortstop Miguel Tejada making a running throw after picking up a slow roller hit by San Diego Padres' Justin Huber in the third inning of an MLB baseball game in San Diego. Huber was out in a close play at first. All-Star shortstop Miguel Tejada has been charged with lying to Congress about steroids. Tejada is scheduled to appear in court Wednesday Feb. 11, 2009 where he is expected to plead guilty.

All-Star Tejada pleads guilty to lying to Congress

By Nedra Pickler · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 11:31 a.m.

WASHINGTON - All-Star shortstop Miguel Tejada has pleaded guilty to lying to Congress about the use of performance-enhancing drugs in professional baseball.

Katherine, 9, and Tina Lampke enjoy a chocolate fountain Sunday afternoon at the Bloomington Bridal Show in the Bloomington Convention Center.

For weddings, green is the new white

By Danielle Rindler · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 1:21 a.m.

Something old, something new, something borrowed, something ... green?

Students still use, obtain fake IDs despite police crackdown

By Ashley Bornancin · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 1:15 a.m.

With online technology developing at a rapid rate, fake IDs are becoming easier to manufacture and obtain. Bloomington remains one of the top Indiana cities in fake ID use.

Breach scares IU Credit Union

By Carrie Schedler · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 1:13 a.m.

A large-scale security breach at a national payment processing company has compromised credit card information for many IU Credit Union members.

Ivy Tech, IU reach decision on credits

By Haley Adams · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 1:11 a.m.

While some industries are cutting back on employees, Indiana’s elementary schools will soon be putting up “Help Wanted” signs.

Patrons enjoy a drink while watching Indiana and Minnesota play Tuesday evening at Yogi's.

1 year has changed a lot for IU hoops

By Zachary Osterman · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 1:08 a.m.

The last time IU played Minnesota outside Bloomington, Yogi’s Grill and Bar was wall-to-wall with fans, all bearing the same colors and the same hope.

Indiana coach Tom Crean yells to his team during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Minnesota in Minneapolis, Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2009. Minnesota won 62-54.

Turnovers plague IU in 62-54 loss

By Dave Campbell · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 1:04 a.m.

Paul Carter’s career-high 22 points and a season-high 14 steals by quick-handed Minnesota helped the Gophers hold off the IU men’s basketball team 62-54 on Tuesday.

Around sports

Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 12:59 a.m.

In IU athletics today: the a track star earned his second weekly honor, a women's golfer shares an individual title in Puerto Rico and a men's golfer is named to collegiate golf's most prestigous award's watch list.

Cycling club a great choice for all riders

By Avi Zaleon · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 12:55 a.m.

For the IU Cycling Club, the spirit of competitive cycling lasts throughout the entire school year. This student-run association is one of several club sports organizations at IU.

Sophomore guard Andrea McGuirt attempts a layup under the outstretched arms of a Ball State defender during the Hooisers 84-68 win over the Cardinals Nov. 14th at Assembly Hall.

Andrea McGuirt exudes character

By Jeremy Rosenthal · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 12:49 a.m.

Sophomore Andrea McGuirt embodies the definition of a student-athlete. McGuirt, a guard on the women’s basketball team, is a student in the Kelley School of Business and has a 3.9 GPA.

More students flock to Career center for help

By IDS staff · Tuesday, Feb. 10,2009 11:50 p.m.

A slumbering economy has brought more students to the IU Career Development Center seeking assistance. The center will present a workshop titled “Interviewing 101” from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today at the center, which sits on the corner of 10th Street and Jordan Avenue. The Center will present another workshop, “Resume Writing 101,” Thursday.

Tour guides fall in love with IU

By Joyce Ong · Tuesday, Feb. 10,2009 11:47 p.m.

Students who want to help make high school visitors part of the IU family can answer the University’s Offiice of Admissions’ call for volunteers to join the tour guide team. “I just fell in love with the tour guides program because I get to meet the coolest people, and it feels awesome to know that your tour guide helps indecisive students to make up their minds,” senior tour guide Denver Hutt said.For students who want to join the IU Tour Guides Program, the application deadline is Feb. 16.The Office of Admission holds certain standards for its tour guides.

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