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By the book -- but with a twist

Last week, the Texas State Board of Education delayed approval of some middle and high school health textbooks after a member argued the books' language legitimizes homosexuality. The board member disapproved of the books' vague language use regarding marriage, as they use phrases like "couples" and "partners."

Local organizations receive boost from IU group

Several local nonprofit organizations are receiving business, financial, marketing and strategic advice -- and it's all for free. Janus Consulting Institute, a student-run organization, works to find business solutions and provides consulting advice for nonprofit agencies. The group began in 2002 and will be looking to recruit new members in mid-November.

IU panel predicts modest 2005 economic growth

Economists with the Kelley School of Business predicted an expanding economy for 2005 last Thursday, but at a slower rate than in 2004.

Holiday work opportunities should be on the rise

NEW YORK -- People who want to earn some extra money during the holiday season should get their job applications in now. The nation's retailers expect a modest pickup in holiday spending this year, despite higher gasoline prices and rising interest rates that some feared would put a damper on the season, according to the National Retail Federation, a trade group.

New men's store expected to bring profits

Satire in film holds true today

I'm not immediately aware of any other comedies concerning the imminent destruction of the world via nuclear power, so I suppose it's safe to call "Dr. Strangelove" the best of that bunch.

Where ya been hiding all these years?

Oh, how we love comeback albums. It's an amazing thing when successful musicians release one or two great albums, then go into hiding, never to be heard from until their miraculous comeback release.

Commercializing your life story

There are a few films that actors and directors turn to when they want to win an Oscar. There's the big-budget epic, the adaptation of a best-selling book and, of course, the old stand by -- the biopic.

One 'Confused' special edition DVD

"Dazed and Confused," Richard Linklater's ("Before Sunrise," "School of Rock") 1970s-based high school drama/comedy, is the kind of film that will forever be a classic.

Nuthin' but a 'G' thang

Sacha Baron Cohen aka Ali G is among the best of a new wave of British comedians, which also includes Ricky Gervais of "The Office" and "Shaun of the Dead" and "Spaced" creators Edgar Wright and Simon Pegg.

Ying Yang Twins bring the crunk ATL-style

The Ying Yang Twins are back again with their newest release, My Brother and Me. This CD is a follow-up to their last release, Me and My Brother, which scored such hit singles like "Salt Shaker" featuring Lil' Jon & The East Side Boyz, "Whats Happnin!" featuring Trick Daddy and "Naggin'."

AFI showcases greatest hits for better or worse

After only recently losing the band to DreamWorks, AFI's old record label Nitro Records is already releasing the bands first "greatest hits" CD in lieu of a new album.

This 'train' doesn't stop

Recorded at a live club show in Birmingham, Ala., Train's Alive at Last is a guilty pleasure -- it sounds really, really good, and as a live album it probably has as good a crowd presence as I've heard, comparable to Ben Folds Five's Naked Baby Photos.

New album comes full 'circle'

Still riding the success of its sophomore album Thirteenth Step, A Perfect Circle surprised many of its fans by announcing that its brand new album would be released Election Day.

Jude Law gets it on in remake of Caine movie

Feelings -- abandoned feelings, hidden feelings, expressing feelings of all shades -- are at the heart of "Alfie," a movie which has absolutely no idea how to handle the feelings of its characters and least of all how to handle the feelings of its audience.

Pixar saves the day with new CGI flick

"The Incredibles," Pixar's newest and lengthiest animated film to date, proves the company's persistent theatrical success will continue for at least one more movie.

I heart trendy T-shirts

Through the glass windows near the intersection of Kirkwood and Indiana, you can see more than just offbeat clothes and high-fashion denim -- you can see a store catering to all the needs of the newly independent college student.

Oh, the sweetness

The front window overlooking Kirkwood Avenue at Jiffy Treet's downtown store features a sign bragging that the chain has the smoothest ice cream in town. Apparently, it also has the best.

Party like an animal

Picture if you will, a musical utopia. Live bands play in an intimate setting. Everyone rocks out and moshes in harmony.

Aver's + $10 = Dinner

Aver's Pizza defended its title this year and remained Bloomington's best pizza, holding off second place Mother Bear's and third place Pizza Express.