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Rahim AlHaj is a Grammy-nominated oud player and political refugee. The oud is an Iraqi instrument in the same family as the guitar. He is coming to Bloomington for the second time for Lotus Blossoms, a program which spans five weeks and takes different artists from cultures around the world and brings them to the public and school children of Monroe County.

Grammy-nominated musician returns to Bloomington

By Madeline Dippel · Thursday, March 23,2017 7:32 p.m.

Rahim AlHaj discusses his music, compositions and political tensions.

Hoosiers poised and prepared for outdoor track and field season

By Austin Ghirardelli · Thursday, March 23,2017 7:29 p.m.

IU travels to the campus of Arizona State to compete in the Big Ten vs. Pac-12 Invitational.

Nearly all of area six residents sign petition against annexation

By Emily Ernsberger · Thursday, March 23,2017 7:25 p.m.

More than 90 percent of residents of the northeastern area have signed a petition filed this week to not be a part of the city of Bloomington.

Meals on Wheels volunteers Pat Patterson and Bill Milroy retrieve a hot meal for one of their deliveries. The two men met through the program and now get together once a month to deliver meals to clients.

Locals rely on Meals on Wheels but Trump may defund program

By Molly Grace · Thursday, March 23,2017 7:21 p.m.

Meals on Wheels is currently facing potential cuts thanks to the new budget proposal from the Trump administration.

Men's tennis set for big test this weekend

By Juan Alvarado · Thursday, March 23,2017 5:40 p.m.

The Hoosiers come back from their spring break tour to face two opponents in one day.

IU softball coach Michelle Gardner talks with the umpires during the Hoosiers' game against Bowling Green last Saturday. IU will welcome Rutgers to Bloomington for the Hoosiers' first Big Ten games this weekend.

IU softball begins Big Ten play

By Cameron Drummond · Thursday, March 23,2017 5:18 p.m.

Michelle Gardner has a 64-107 Big Ten record in eight seasons as coach of the Hoosiers.

Man arrested on theft, fraud charges could face more

By IDS staff · Thursday, March 23,2017 5:07 p.m.

He's believed to be responsible for several car break-ins.

Jeremih, iLoveMakonnen to headline Little 500 concert

By IDS staff · Thursday, March 23,2017 4:52 p.m.

Union Board confirmed the lineup Thursday afternoon.

IU set for first home Big Ten matches of season

By Dylan Wallace · Thursday, March 23,2017 4:33 p.m.

Kim Schmider and Madison Appel look to take down another ranked opponent this weekend.

Pieroni sets record on first night of NCAA Championships

By IDS staff · Thursday, March 23,2017 12:48 p.m.

Junior swimmer Blake Pieroni set a Big Ten record with his freestyle leg.

City council approves new trash pickup system

By Emily Ernsberger · Wednesday, March 22,2017 11:03 p.m.

Bloomington residents will no longer buy trash stickers at grocery stores starting later in the year.

IUSA candidates reflect on debate performance, future of election

By Jesse Naranjo · Wednesday, March 22,2017 9:47 p.m.

One day into the election, the 2017 candidates of the IU Student Association expressed positive reflections on the previous night's debate.

Solar bill continues to generate reactions

By Lyndsay Jones · Wednesday, March 22,2017 9:17 p.m.

Around 60 people signed up to testify regarding Senate Bill 309 on Wednesday.

"Hua Hsu, English Department professor at Vassar College and avid author of Asian American music, sports, and culture shares his thoughts on the Asian American culture revolution."

Speaker shares the importance of travel for all people

By Larmie Sanyon · Wednesday, March 22,2017 9:16 p.m.

Hsu is an Asian american writer and he writes on a variety of topics.

Muslim women respond to EU court decision allowing ban of religious symbols at work

By Christine Fernando · Wednesday, March 22,2017 9:14 p.m.

Muslim women share their decisions to wear hijabs

Luncheon honors female leaders

By Brooke McAfee · Wednesday, March 22,2017 9:07 p.m.

The Women's History Month Luncheon took place Wednesday.

Senior Luke Stephenson pitches during the 5th inning Wednesday evening against the Cincinnati Bearcats. The Hoosiers beat the Bearcats 3-2.

IU ace exits early as Hoosiers win in pitcher's duel

By Taylor Lehman · Wednesday, March 22,2017 9:06 p.m.

Sophomore starter Jonathan Stiever left after pitching just one inning.

Freshman infielder Matt Gorski tags first base to get Cincinnati's Eric Santiago out during the Hoosiers' game Wednesday evening. The Hoosiers won 3-2.

IU outlasts Cincinnati in pitcher's duel

By Spencer Davis · Wednesday, March 22,2017 9:05 p.m.

The Hoosiers defeated the Bearcats 3-2 on Wednesday.

Freshman Kyle Mau speaks after a practice.

Freshman runner delivers impressive indoor season

By Austin Ghirardelli · Wednesday, March 22,2017 8:44 p.m.

Kyle Mau was named the Big Ten Freshman of the Year last week.

IU takes on SMU in WNIT Round of 16

By Jake Thomer · Wednesday, March 22,2017 8:42 p.m.

The Hoosiers will play the Mustangs at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall on Thursday night.

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