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Foundational logic

Most of the funding programs of the federal government aimed at HIV services, prevention, education and financial support for people with HIV have a basic fundamental goal: stability.

Dissents: useful or useless?

A newsroom is a microcosm of society. Everyone from the publisher and editor in chief down to the rookie crime reporter and the part-time photographer has his or her own opinions, beliefs and values regarding a variety of different issues.

The truth about Myles Brand, part two

Are you wondering why Myles Brand is still president of IU when the University continues to fall apart? When Brand was due for his five-year review last year, his Board of Trustees hired one person, an outside consultant named Robert Atwell, to do it, the IDS reported.

Troubles for playlists, No Limit

Those who listen to pop stations are fed up with what gets on the playlist nowadays. Whenever Creed, Everclear and Baha Men come on, most of the sensible listeners immediately search for the "seek" button. Although the new singles of Samantha Mumba and Debelah Morgan are infectious, it's unlikely anyone can stand them after the tireless heavy-rotation airplay they get all day everyday. As a result, songs that are more deserving of airtime never make it onto the playlist and end up sitting on the stations' shelves gathering dust.

Ghosts of Vietnam

Buddy Newlin awoke with a start. Was that a faint rustling in the dark? Was there something moving in the dead of the night? Maybe some premonition of danger pricked him awake -- Newlin will never know. What he does know is that something saved his life that night.

Chemistry week made fun for kids

This Saturday marks the conclusion of National Chemistry Week and the "grand finale" of events for the program. Activities will start at 8:30 a.m. Saturday with a poster contest among students of local elementary schools and will conclude with a magic show at 11:45 a.m. Participation is free.

Event offers glimpse of Muslim culture

The Muslim Student Union will sponsor "Sounds and Visions of Islam," a showcase of international Muslim cultures, from 7:30-9:30 p.m. today in the Ashton Clubhouse.

Student voters a presence at polls

As the sun rose on election day, political campaign signs littered the lawns of residence halls. High school students from Bloomington North and South passed out candidate fliers in front of Assembly Hall. The campus was quiet and things were running smoothly at the various election sites.

City ready for Bush win

AUSTIN, Texas -- Red and blue striped half-circle banners flying from every balcony, people hurrying down the street gripping leather binders, numerous laminated badges hanging from their necks.

Awaiting a verdict

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- One phrase summed up how Gore supporters are viewing the rush to secure votes in the last few hours before the polls close.

Home state may nix Gore

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Who says Republicans don't know how to throw a party? Perhaps more importantly, who says a state should promote its own senator to the presidency?

LSAT test-takers unhappy

When senior Erin Borg arrived at 8 a.m. Oct. 7 to take her Law School Admission Test at the Kelley School of Business, she said she thought there might be a problem.

High court to appoint judge in lawsuit

The Indiana Supreme Court is stepping into the middle of a lawsuit filed against IU's board of trustees.

Presidential long-shots seek voice in elections

Third-party presidential candidates often rail against their lack of ballot access and media exposure.

Cafe Django classy, comfortable

After a long weekend of performing, partying and holding auditions for a play, my friends and I wanted to have a nice relaxing dinner together in a comfortable, yet classy establishment.

Golden Key Honor Society inducts more than 600 new members

More than 600 students were recognized for their achievements Sunday evening as Golden Key National Honor Society held its annual induction ceremony.

Exhibit traces long history of Islam in America

Islam Awareness Week, which continues through Friday, began with "Collections and Stories of American Muslims," sponsored by the Muslim Student Union and Union Board.

Not all Texans gung-ho to elect Bush as president

AUSTIN, Texas -- The Texas sun shone bright on Austin Monday as a political frenzy formed in front of the capitol, where Gov. George W. Bush would announce his return and address the anxious throng of Republicans and reporters awaiting Tuesday's election results.

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Exhibition game first chance to play

The women's basketball team faces off against the Reebok Lady Stars at 7:30 p.m. today in Assembly Hall, kicking off its exhibition season.