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Doomsday clock moves closer to midnight

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, Feb. 27,2002 11:25 p.m.

CHICAGO -- The hands of the Doomsday Clock, for 55 years a symbol of nuclear danger, were moved two minutes closer to midnight Wednesday, reflecting the possibility of terrorism, relations between India and Pakistan, and other threats. The symbolic clock, kept by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, had been set at 11:51 since 1998. It was moved to 11:53 p.m.

Environmentalists want cheaper route for I-69

By Alyson Brodsy and Chris Sundheim · Wednesday, Feb. 27,2002 11:20 p.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- Environ-mentalists are urging Gov. Frank O'Bannon and transportation officials to choose a less expensive route for a proposed Indianapolis-to-Evansville highway, citing the need to save money and minimize harm to surrounding land. Activists from the Hoosier Environmental Council Wednesday said state officials should select a route that expands existing highways, rather than building a new interstate through undeveloped farmland.

Senate approves 7¢ gasoline tax increase

By Alyson Brodsy and Mike Smith · Wednesday, Feb. 27,2002 11:20 p.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- Motorists in Indiana would eventually pay 7 cents more in state taxes per gallon of gasoline under legislation approved by the Senate Wednesday. The bill, approved 38-10, is likely headed to a conference committee where differences between it and a 2-cent increase passed by the House will be sought.

Music professionals offer advice

By Colleen Koch and Colleen Star Koch · Wednesday, Feb. 27,2002 1:32 a.m.

"Music…gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, a charm to sadness, and life to everything." These are the words of Plato, and their relevance has echoed throughout the history of music. The most incredible thing about music, however, is not the sounds themselves, but the musicians creating them. Although it is inspired by nature, music cannot create itself -- it must be produced, composed, imagined, and performed. Although it is a difficult career, musicians choose to pursue it anyway, realizing, as Portland Opera Company's Director of Education Diane Syrcle said, "Your passion is what defines your life."

Hoosiers can't duplicate win

By Dan Cortez · Wednesday, Feb. 27,2002 1:32 a.m.

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- This time it wasn't a second-half collapse and foul trouble for the Hoosiers' best player that did IU in. And it wasn't even close enough for the Hoosiers to have a last-second shot to send the game into overtime. But IU had its chances. Instead the only constant the last two games for the Hoosiers is they have found another way to drop another game they desperately needed and could have won.

Lying not an option

By Matt Kelley · Wednesday, Feb. 27,2002 1:32 a.m.

WASHINGTON -- The Pentagon will close a new office that reportedly has proposed spreading false information abroad, Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld said Tuesday. Rumsfeld denied that the Office of Strategic Influence would have spread misinformation but said news reports and commentary have made it impossible for the agency to do its job.

IU gets true colors

By Katie Schoenbaechler and Katie Shoenbaechler · Wednesday, Feb. 27,2002 1:29 a.m.

The only place you could find cream and crimson at IU in recent history were in the University's fight song, but Athletics Director Michael McNeely has proven in his short seven-month tenure that he's looking to rebuild tradition and pride within the IU community. In January, the athletics department announced plans to revamp its red-and-white look back to vintage cream and crimson, colors that are mentioned in IU's fight song and have represented IU in the past.

Around The Game

Wednesday, Feb. 27,2002 1:14 a.m.

Baseball game posponed because of snow storm Yesterday's baseball game against Indiana Wesleyan was postponed until Monday, March 25 because of the snow storm.

Hockey club begins championship trek

Wednesday, Feb. 27,2002 1:13 a.m.

The quest for IU's first national hockey championship begins today as the Hoosiers open the American Collegiate Hockey Association Division II national tournament with a 6:45 p.m. faceoff against Colorado State University.

Team finishes first tourney in 10th place

Wednesday, Feb. 27,2002 1:12 a.m.

Heading into Monday and Tuesday's Central District Invitational in Parrish, Fla., the women's golf team hadn't played in competition in more than three months, and it showed in the first round. And despite a 25-shot comeback in the second round, the Hoosiers shot a 315 in the third and

Changes could make for championship

By Alyson Brodsy and Benjy Ekhaus · Wednesday, Feb. 27,2002 1:11 a.m.

A comfortable feeling set in as I watched the new-look Indiana Pacers take the court for the first time last week against the Cleveland Cavaliers. While it was strange to see them play without the speed and razzle-dazzle that they have entertained us with thus far this season, one thought keeps reoccurring as the players grow more accustomed to one another: This is what a basketball team is supposed to look like.

Recruiting class making mark

By Pat Crowell · Wednesday, Feb. 27,2002 1:10 a.m.

The success of most college athletics programs depends on the success of the recruiting process, and the IU men's track and field team has had several good recruiting classes over the past few years.

Three Hoosiers honored to All-Big Ten teams

By Sarah Trotto · Wednesday, Feb. 27,2002 1:08 a.m.

It's only Wednesday, but Jill Chapman has already endured a one-of-a-kind week.

Williams gets his revenge

By Jason Recker · Wednesday, Feb. 27,2002 12:58 a.m.

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- Frank Williams' last two games against IU were ones he'd rather forget. Half of his final season at Illinois has been far from storybook. The 6-foot-3 point guard has been under the scrutiny of the media, fans and his coach and had the struggles of his team pinned on his back.

Former bulimic lectures students

By Alex Hickey · Wednesday, Feb. 27,2002 12:12 a.m.

Approximately 5 percent of college females finish a meal by inducing vomiting, according to the University of Minnesota Medical School. These women suffer from the disease bulimia nervosa.

In the international community

By Travis R. Thickstun · Wednesday, Feb. 27,2002 12:06 a.m.

The Bush Administration's pullout from the international community last year, temporarily suspended by the events of Sept. 11, should be scrapped permanently by a commitment to international security and cooperation.

Student fees need balance

Tuesday, Feb. 26,2002 11:58 p.m.

Currently if you are a member of one of the political parties that make up nearly half of the U.S. electorate, you can not reserve University rooms or obtain a tax-free bank account. The same applies if you are a member of a political organization that supports the legalization of marijuana.

A journey of healing

By Amy Currry and Amy Curry · Tuesday, Feb. 26,2002 11:54 p.m.

\"Next," he said. The slide changes to another colorful picture of a beautiful child with bright eyes. Looking at the image of these lively children on the projector screen, it's hard to imagine that they are living in worse conditions than Americans would let their dogs or cats live in, Dr. Chuck Dietzen said. The pediatric rehabilitation doctor from Indianapolis frequently refers to these children as his spiritual leaders and heroes.

Sharon agrees to talk with Saudis

By Steve Weizman · Tuesday, Feb. 26,2002 11:45 p.m.

JERUSALEM -- Prime Minister Ariel Sharon told an EU envoy Tuesday he was willing to meet Saudi officials, publicly or behind the scenes, to explore their proposals for an overall Mideast peace, the European diplomat said.

Jazz scene picks up steam

By Alyson Brodsy and Jonathan Sanders · Tuesday, Feb. 26,2002 11:38 p.m.

Two Saturdays ago, Bloomington finally got the chance to hear Joshua Redman perform. The famed saxophonist and his band graced the stage at the Buskirk-Chumley Theatre Feb. 16, sponsored by Jazz From Bloomington. But the concert nearly didn't happen at all. Redman was originally slated to perform on Sept. 11, but the show was called off in light of our nation's tragedy. The cancellation almost cost the organization everything.