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How to be a recessionista

By Alexa Altman · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 8:13 p.m.

For those who hope to stay chic in these trying recession times, meet the first big step to “recessionista” standing: bargain shopping.

Still tasty

By Katie McKenna · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 7:43 p.m.

Power-pop quintet The Delicious is synonymous with the Bloomington music scene. Continuously playing shows around town, it has proven itself to be one of Bloomington’s most adored bands.

An all-star flop

By Kristi Oloffson · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 6:58 p.m.

Dear women everywhere, If you want to see women portrayed as used, desperate, worthless and unconfident, please go see “He’s Just Not That Into You,” which delivers all of the lies above – on repeat.

One in a million

By Ashley Wilson · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 6:55 p.m.

If you have yet to see “Slumdog Millionaire,” director Danny Boyle’s “dramedy” about a slum boy from India who becomes a contestant on a game show, you’ve no doubt heard someone, somewhere, talking about the film.

Claymation done right

By Thomas Miller · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 6:54 p.m.

“Coraline” isn’t really a children’s movie. Written and directed by “Nightmare Before Christmas” director Henry Selick and based on the comic book by Neil Gaiman, the film portrays a modern day “Alice in Wonderland.”

Kevin Smith Strikes Out

By Vanessa Torline · Wednesday, Feb. 11,2009 6:51 p.m.

Following the stupid/funny films vein already cut open by successful predecessors like “Superbad” and “Pineapple Express,” director Kevin Smith takes a stab of his own with “Zack and Miri Make A Porno,” which – imagine that! – even stars Seth Rogen, a cultural staple in surface-level comedy today.

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.

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