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A result of infertility

Recent scientific breakthroughs have given millions of infertile women the chance to have a child. So many lucky babies have been born into wonderful homes and to fantastic parents with the help of in vitro fertilization and other artificial means.

Attention must be paid

As an out-of-state student, there are things that still mystify me about Hoosier culture. There is that weird no-alcohol-sales-on-Sunday law, and of course there are the myths surrounding that crazy nickname (Who’s yours? Come on). But the one thing that confuses me more than anything is the undisputed statewide obsession: IU men’s basketball.

No God, only country

On that frostbitten morning Jan. 20, Barack Obama stood before the scrutiny of the world to become the president of the United States. He gave his acceptance speech with the same vigor and passion that had fueled his campaign trail and recognized America for what it really is, a patchwork of cultures that finds strength in diversity.

Promise of equality: Pay up

We have all heard the statistics about how women are still making less money than men – only 77 cents for every dollar a man makes, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. And we are all still scratching our heads.

Blago’s legacy

Don’t expect to see a repeat of the Rod Blagojevich saga any time soon, his recent expulsion from office aside.

Local photographer shows new work at Monroe Bank

People scuttled out of the slush and wind Thursday night into the warm Monroe Bank Art Gallery for local photographer William E. Bennett’s new exhibit reception. Inside, bank tellers and management greeted the lobby filled with people of varying ages who chatted about the photographs on display. Monroe Bank on Kirkwood Avenue has served as a local outlet for artists to show their work for the last couple of years.

Play shows different side of American history

If Bessie Delany was still alive, she would likely be shocked. More than 100 years old when she died, Delany never saw Barack Obama get elected – an event she once said wouldn’t happen for a thousand years. Even though Delany died in 1995, she and her sisters’ story lives on in theaters around the country in the play “Having Our Say.”

Ballet overcomes weather at MAC

Spinning, leaping and graceful dancers flawlessly executed their choreographed arabesques, pirouettes and fouettes in the IU Ballet Department’s “On The Edge.”The show, originally scheduled for two performances Wednesday at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater, was postponed until Thursday due to snow. IU Ballet Theater moved the show to the Musical Arts Center ballet studio because the Buskirk was booked for Thursday.

Barker tickles the Funny Bone

Cracking jokes about the recession, global warming and love-making, Arj Barker kept the audience laughing during a two-hour set Thursday night at the Funny Bone Comedy Club.Barker, who portrays Dave on HBO’s “Flight of the Conchords,” performed five times in Bloomington this weekend. Performing with him was Andi Smith, who appeared on Comedy Central’s “Last Comic Standing.”About 50 people attended the weekend’s first show. Brian M. Frange was the emcee for the night, opening with jokes about reality TV.

Bedbugs emerge in large numbers

Welcome to the new idsnews.com

After countless hours and long nights, the new Indiana Daily Student Web site is finally online. Here is a rundown of what's new, what's moved and what's improved along with some of the editors' reasons for the changes.

Another loss: IU's streak slides to 11

The Hoosiers (5-15, 0-8) reluctantly made history Saturday with their 11th consecutive loss, tying a 66-year-old school record. Ohio State outscored IU by 14 points after halftime to beat IU 93-81.

IU slain in front of chaotic home crowd

On Saturday, with the players focused, the crowd borderline riotous and a two-point lead at the half, Hoosier fans were once again forced to ask themselves, “Could today be the day?”

IU loses 11th straight

The IU men's basketball team dropped its 11th straight game 93-81  against Ohio State. Keep checking back at IDSnews.com for more updates. BLOG: Basketblog

Flight of the Conchords to play during Little 500 week

The Union Board announced Friday that the comedic musical duo Flight of Conchords will perform during Little 500 on April 25 at the IU Auditorium.

Bedbugs emerge in large numbers

According to the National Pest Management Association, bedbug incidents increased about 70 percent between 2000 and 2005, and New York City recorded a 1,900 percent increase in bedbug complaints since 2004.

Around Sports

What to watch for this weekend in Hoosier athletics.

Students seek housing at 13th annual fair

Students uncertain about their housing had the chance to view all of their options in one room on Thursday. More than 100 housing options were available during the 13th annual Indiana Daily Student Housing Fair on Thursday in Alumni Hall in the Indiana Memorial Union. Last year more than 1,000 students attended the housing fair, compared to this year’s student attendance of 850.

Blagojevich becomes first U.S. governor impeached in more than 20 years

Gov. Rod Blagojevich was bounced from office Thursday without a single lawmaker rising in his defense, ending a nearly two-month crisis that erupted with his arrest on charges stating he tried to sell Barack Obama’s vacant Senate seat.

GLBTAA welcomes all to its 1st homecoming party this weekend

The first IU Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Alumni Association Homecoming will take place in Bloomington this weekend, in conjunction with the PRIDE LGBTQ Film Festival, an annual event that has a reputation for bringing large crowds to town.