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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.

No. 3 Hoosiers upset twice at Cal-Berkeley tournament

When unranked California at Berkeley upset the No. 3 men's soccer team Sunday in Berkeley, Calif., Bear fans and athletes celebrated as if they had just won the national championship, IU coach Jerry Yeagley said.

Offense gets glamour, but defense needed to win

No word or phrase can adequately describe the Hoosiers' answer to Superman. Simply put, he's Antwaan Randle El.

Little sister finally wins

Although her team won the swim meet Saturday in Bloomington, Dorsey Tierney didn't stick her tongue out at her opponent and older brother Jimmy Tierney, who coaches the Northwestern team.

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