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Saudi Arabia cuts ties with Taliban

By Alyson Brodsy and Robert H. Reid · Wednesday, Sept. 26,2001 12:23 a.m.

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan -- All but sealing Afghanistan's isolation, Saudi Arabia formally severed relations with the hard-line Taliban government Tuesday. Stung, the Taliban denounced the Saudi move as intolerable to all Muslims and accused it of siding with "the infidel forces."

Electric Bus brings music's roots to students

By Lauren Elizabeth Morrill · Wednesday, Sept. 26,2001 12:18 a.m.

A piece of rock rolled onto campus Monday. The Electric Bus, a mobile music museum, pulled into Memorial Stadium's Orange Lot No. 4. The 18-wheeler unfolds into a 10,000 square foot exhibit featuring a variety of music history, artifacts, video clips and interviews, as well as instruments and recording equipment for students to experiment with.

Minorities receive poor mental health care

By Liz Cole · Wednesday, Sept. 26,2001 12:18 a.m.

Discrimination and poverty often contribute to minorities not receiving treatment for mental disorders, according to a report presented by U.S. Surgeon General David Satcher.

Consider peace, not war

By Damon Freeman · Wednesday, Sept. 26,2001 12:09 a.m.

The bloody events of Sept. 11 have driven many Americans to call for revenge. Without regard for the consequences, the Bush administration is preparing for what they originally called "Operation Infinite Justice." Yet to support the administration's call for a war against terrorism without considering the outcomes or understanding the philosophy of Osama bin Laden and his supporters is irresponsible. Indeed, bin Laden may be more correct in his conclusions than most people dare to think.

Defense shutting down opposition

By Ira Klapper · Wednesday, Sept. 26,2001 12:08 a.m.

There is a simple adage in sports: If the other team can't score, they can't beat you. This philosophy has been the foundation for the women's soccer team early this season. After allowing only one goal during a tie at Northwestern and a victory at No. 23 Wisconsin last weekend, the Hoosiers find themselves off to a 4-1-1 start (1-0-1 Big Ten), ranked sixth in the Great Lakes Region by Soccer Buzz and are third in the Big Ten Conference. This season, the team has already equalled their point total in conference play from last year in two games.

Hoosiers seek year's first victory

By Colin Nowling · Wednesday, Sept. 26,2001 12:06 a.m.

After two losses in Ann Arbor, Mich., last weekend, the field hockey team is still searching for that elusive first win of the season. Although the Hoosiers were defeated 4-1 by Massachusetts and 10-1 by Michigan, the team said it believes it learned a lot from the games and hopes to get a victory soon. The Hoosiers' next chance is today at 4 p.m. in Mellencamp Pavilion against in-state rival Ball State.

Freshmen adapt to college

By Tyler Hoeppner · Wednesday, Sept. 26,2001 12:05 a.m.

In August, thousands of freshmen moved to Bloomington to start their college careers. Many were filled with anxiety about the upcoming year and began to adjust to college life, particularly those playing sports. "You like to see everyone have a smooth transition into college, but it doesn't always happen," said women's cross country coach Judy Bogenschutz.

Sorry Howard, Steven wins

By Jeanne Wilson · Wednesday, Sept. 26,2001 12:05 a.m.

For days, this page has been filled with the writings of those attempting to come to terms with the events of Sept. 11, 2001. That was also the day that my column bemoaning my terrible misfortune at achieving 30 happy, healthy years appeared. Believe me, I see the irony, and I stand humbled.

Room 207 rocks with student athlete members

By Pat Crowell · Wednesday, Sept. 26,2001 12:04 a.m.

Before the football game against Utah, there was a tent set up for students on the south side of Memorial Stadium near 17th Street. Inside, the tent featured free pizza; outside, a band. The band -- Room 207 -- got the gig through the University and features two members of the men's cross country team. Junior Chris Powers, the drummer, and sophomore Jeff Zeha, the bass player, both find time in their busy schedules to play while running for the 16th-ranked cross country team and attending classes.

Breaking the language barrier

By Alexandra R. Moses and Sarah Payton · Wednesday, Sept. 26,2001 12:03 a.m.

When Stephen Grimsley, a doctoral student of Hispanic Linguistics, eats at the Golden Corral, he said he notices the increasing number of Spanish-speaking employees. When he goes shopping for books at the Barnes and Noble, 2813 E.Third St., he finds shelves full of books teaching Spanish to different types of workers from health care providers to managers of restaurants. Daily examples like these are the basis for his belief that there is an increasing need for communication between co-workers, bosses and customers who cannot communicate because of language barriers that divide Spanish-speaking people from those who only speak English.

Team focuses on mental game

By Katie Schoenbaechler and Katie Shoenbaechler · Wednesday, Sept. 26,2001 12:02 a.m.

Getting ready to play No. 9 Wisconsin Friday and Northwestern Saturday might require intense preparation. But the volleyball team said it has no doubt it can hold its own and prove it has what it takes to be a winning program. The team trains for hours a day to develop communication, skills, physical strength and the mental aspects of the game. Being mentally prepared is one important aspect to the team. "So much of the game is mental. We focus on taking out distractions and to work together for a common goal," coach Katie Weismiller said. "We work on how to approach practice and matches and how to be relaxed when you play."

Some perplexities of terrorism

By Vince Carr and Vincent Carr · Wednesday, Sept. 26,2001 12 a.m.

Amid acts of terror on our soil, some Americans are making poor choices and observations. Aside from passing unfounded judgments on Muslims and Arabic-speaking individuals, some are willing to sacrifice their civil liberties for the sake of security. Some polls have shown this group of Americans to be as great as 55 percent of the population.

Dorm C-store prices unfair

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Sept. 25,2001 11:46 p.m.

At a local grocery store, Chi-Chi's salsa would run you about $2.91. In the dorm convenience stores, it's $5.59. A 92 percent markup.

IUSA examines C-store prices

By Alexis Silas · Tuesday, Sept. 25,2001 2:11 a.m.

Students with meal points pay a little extra for corn flakes and laundry detergent, according to an IU Student Association study. The study compared the prices of 30 items from the Willkie Center convenience store to prices of outside stores such as Kroger, Marsh, Mr. Dee's and local stores such as K&S Country Market and Faris Meat Market.

Building evacuated after bomb threat

By Joseph S. Pete · Tuesday, Sept. 25,2001 2:09 a.m.

Circuit Court Judge Viola Taliaferro decided to evacuate the Monroe County Justice Building Monday afternoon after a bomb threat was phoned in earlier that morning.

First man charged in terrorist attacks

By Alyson Brodsy and Karen Gullo · Tuesday, Sept. 25,2001 2:05 a.m.

WASHINGTON -- Federal authorities have charged the first person with aiding the terrorist hijackers, according to court documents released Monday. Airports and airlines were asked to redo background checks for all workers with access to sensitive areas.

Bin Laden calls for a holy war

By Alyson Brodsy and Thomas Wagner · Tuesday, Sept. 25,2001 2:02 a.m.

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan -- With Osama bin Laden exhorting followers to stay "steadfast on the path of jihad," holy war, the hard-line Taliban government warned the Americans Monday they were "igniting a fire that will burn them" if they attack Afghanistan.

Music from a legend

By Gabriel Lewin · Tuesday, Sept. 25,2001 1:32 a.m.

In the world of classical music, performers tend to be booked years in advance, allowing very little time for special engagements.

Former governor reveals lessons learned in service

By Christy LaFave · Tuesday, Sept. 25,2001 12:06 a.m.

Dr. Otis R. Bowen, the 83-year-old former governor of Indiana, took the podium at the College Republicans call-out last week with a small disclaimer for his audience.

Women of Jerusalem discuss differing views

By Josh Hamerman · Tuesday, Sept. 25,2001 12:02 a.m.

Three women who call the same place home but believe in drastically different things came to IU for the weekend to share their world views. The Committee for Peace in the Middle East, Students for Justice in Palestine and Partners for Peace presented a lecture entitled "Jerusalem Women Speak: Three Women, Three Faiths, One Shared City" Sunday in the Monroe County Library Auditorium.