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Angry judge raises O.J. Simpson’s bail
By
Aaron Beard
and Ken Ritter
· Wednesday, Jan. 16,2008 10:48 p.m.
An angry judge doubled O.J. Simpson’s bail to $250,000 on Wednesday for violating terms of his original bail by attempting to contact a co-defendant in the armed robbery case against him.
Working his way back
By
Chris Engel
· Wednesday, Jan. 16,2008 10:47 p.m.
In his first significant appearance in three games, sophomore guard Armon Bassett played a key role off the bench in IU’s 62-58 victory over Illinois on Sunday.
No. 9 an ominous sign
By
Jonathan Hines
· Wednesday, Jan. 16,2008 10:45 p.m.
Most fans want their team to be ranked high in The Associated Press Top 25 poll. A high ranking brings a certain prestige to the program – a certain satisfaction that comes with validation. It also brings inflated expectations and inspired play from opponents. In short, being ranked can be something of a Catch-22.
Fantasy endorsements
By
Cory Barker
· Wednesday, Jan. 16,2008 10:43 p.m.
As the race for the White House has heated up over the past month, celebrities continue to place their allegiances with various candidates. Almost every day, someone famous runs his or her mouth about who should be the next president. Sometimes their opinions on politics is recognized as worthwhile (Oprah supporting Democrat Barack Obama), while other allegiances seem utterly futile (WWE superstar Ric Flair vouching for Republican Mike Huckabee). And while the effect of celebrity endorsements cannot be fully analyzed properly, the recent flare of them has me thinking. Which candidates would our favorite television characters support? Sure, TV characters are fictional, so determining whom they would support seems inane, but if the endorsement of a washed-up professional wrestler can find its way into newspapers, anything is possible. The following are the endorsements by popular characters.
Overturn Roe v. Wade
By
Joe Bialek
· Wednesday, Jan. 16,2008 10:39 p.m.
This Tuesday will be the 35th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision, and I would like to share my views on the issue of abortion. Life begins at th
Furious over ‘fur’
By
Pamela Blade
· Wednesday, Jan. 16,2008 10:32 p.m.
This is a response to “Insure your fur?” (Jan. 14.) Cheryl Thomas obviously doesn’t know enough pet owners of the caliber that would pay for pet insurance. The majority of pet owners who care enough about their pets’ health to purchase an insurance plan are gener
Nice-girl politics
By
Bethy Scannell
· Wednesday, Jan. 16,2008 10:29 p.m.
Rachel Fullmer, It’s funny to me that, although every single article written by Chase Cooper has made me consider writing, it is yours that made me finally do it (Mean Girl Politics, Jan. 15). I feel an obligation to inform you that there are plenty of young, politically inclined, nice-girl Democrats who do not prefer Hillary Clinton for perfectly logical reasons. First of all, I believe that she would be a lot more conservative than she is currently claiming on
Pet concerns
By
Bethany Morgan
· Wednesday, Jan. 16,2008 10:26 p.m.
While reading the IDS on Monday, Jan. 14, I came across the opinion page and was somewhat taken aback by Cheryl Thomas’s article on pet insurance. Ultimately, I believe what a person does with her or his money is her or his business and not up for debate. But I feel so inclined to make an argument against what Miss Thomas explored. She insists that pet insurance is a waste of money; but what about the money spent on
Unimpressed with Patriots
By
Paul Hamilton
· Wednesday, Jan. 16,2008 10:19 p.m.
All of the hullabaloo surrounding the New England Patriots’ 16-0 regular season record has caused many writers, fans, sportscasters and analysts to overlook some of the details of this “magical” season. Examining these details more closely reveals the true nature of the Patriots’ accomplishments this year. Obviously, the Patriots went undefeated in the regular season. To match the 1972 Dolphins’ record, the Pats must win the Super Bowl, so they haven’t accomplished anything yet.
Study abroad concerns are valid
By
Heather Constantinescu
· Wednesday, Jan. 16,2008 10:15 p.m.
I wanted to comment on the columns you had about studying abroad (“Oversea-ing Health”, Dec. 6th, and Kathleen Sideli’s response, Jan. 10.) First of all, I think Ms. Sideli is correct – IU’s existing mental health programs were not acknowledged by those researching the issue.
Transportation frustration
By
Jessica Lee
· Wednesday, Jan. 16,2008 10:11 p.m.
Since the semester started I have noticed that the number of students relying on the bus service has increased. Last week, while waiting on the bus, I heard a fellow student say that he had to wait 20 minutes longer becuase the bus he was trying to catch was too full. A few days later I got on the 6 bus.
Response to Partisanship
By
Alex Luboff
· Wednesday, Jan. 16,2008 10:09 p.m.
This is in response to Indira Dammu’ January 9 column, “Proud Partisian.” Bipartisan cooperation is truly what our government’s system is built upon. It is not only included in our Constitution, but it is also a part of our policy-making tradition. Our system was
The more things change. . .
By
Jonathan P. Rossing
and Jonathon P. Rossing
· Wednesday, Jan. 16,2008 9:59 p.m.
All the Democratic presidential candidates ever talk about is “change.” Who is the best change agent? Who will change politics? Who will bring positive change to our country? It’s enough to make me change the channel.
Locking up litterbugs?
By
Abra Oliver
· Wednesday, Jan. 16,2008 9:55 p.m.
Recently, the mayor of the small town of Sikeston, Mo. decided he wants the local police department to throw litter bugs into jail for their offenses. That seems pretty harsh. Who hasn’t from time to time left a wrapper on the floor or failed to pick up a paper blown away by the wind? How would you feel about being hauled to the slammer for such a thing?
Hoosier Headlines
Wednesday, Jan. 16,2008 11:23 a.m.
Hear IU's top stories in 3 minutes only on the Hoosier Headlines podcast. PODCAST: Hoosier Headlines (01/14/08)
Hoosier Headlines
Wednesday, Jan. 16,2008 11:21 a.m.
Hear today's top stories on the Hoosier Headlines podcast. PODCAST: Hoosier Headlines (01/16/08)
Conversations podcast launched
Wednesday, Jan. 16,2008 11:18 a.m.
IDS special projects editor Brian Spegele interviews IU Chancellor Ken Gros Louis in the first installment of "Conversations." PODCAST: Conversations (01/16/08)
Students begin to miss writerless shows
By
Aaron Y. Zelin
and Aaron Zelin
· Wednesday, Jan. 16,2008 2:54 a.m.
Conan and Leno might be back, but a whole host of TV shows are still writerless due to the screen writers strike, and IU students are getting fed up with watching reruns. Since Nov, 5, 2007, the Writers Guild of America has been on strike against the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers.
Sodrel discusses campaign with IU Republicans
By
Paul Coover
· Wednesday, Jan. 16,2008 2:51 a.m.
With the presidential primaries commanding much of the media’s attention, November’s concurrent congressional elections might not yet seem pressing to voters.
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