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Hoosiers lose perfect record in tournament

By Katie Schoenbaechler · Thursday, July 25,2002 4:23 p.m.

The Hoosier-Illini men's volleyball tournament against the top teams in the nation March 3 proved that no one is perfect, but after a pre-spring break tournament in Arizona, the men still remain close to perfection with a 27-3 record.

Annual Madrigal Feast offers seasonal spirit

By Gabriel Lewin · Thursday, July 25,2002 4:23 p.m.

An IU tradition for more than 50 years, the Madrigal Feast is perennially presented in Alumni Hall to patrons wishing for good cheer, hot wassail and seasonal songs. Often unknown to students or seen as something archaic and uninteresting, the Madrigal Feast is usually well attended by families, IU faculty and Bloomington residents. But students usually do not know of the joy that the event can bring.

'By the Way'... this album rocks

By -Alec Toombs · Thursday, July 25,2002 4:23 p.m.

It looks as though the members of the Red Hot Chili Peppers have finally removed the tube socks from their nether regions and grown up. By the Way is a marked change from the Chili Peppers' time-tested signature sound -- a driving blend of rock, rap and funk.

Suspects released in Javins case

By Alyson Brodsy and Associated Press · Thursday, July 25,2002 4:23 p.m.

Four people were arrested in connection with the disappearance of missing Indiana State University student Scott Javins, who investigators believed were responsible for Javins' disappearance, but police have now released two of the four suspects, holding the other two on drug charges. Ronnie Boerner, 23, of Terre Haute, allegedly lied to police about information on Javins. The woman, who investigators say admitted lying about the involvement of four people in the college student's two-month-old disappearance, pleaded innocent Wednesday to a charge of false informing.

Hoosiers, Badgers ready to settle score

By David Uchiyama · Thursday, July 25,2002 4:23 p.m.

Junior forward Kirk Haston said roommate and sophomore guard Kyle Hornsby has some of the ugliest feet he's ever seen. But how far the Hoosiers advance in the Big Ten tournament could depend on how Hornsby's right foot feels after spraining his ankle Saturday against Purdue.

New policy could save many lives

By Alyson Brodsy · Thursday, July 25,2002 4:23 p.m.

Thursday two Air Force generals were granted the authority to order fighter jets to shoot down a civilian plane if it appears to threaten an American city or enter restricted airspace. The authority belonged chiefly to President Bush or Secretary of Defense Rumsfeld, but now two generals stationed in Florida and Alaska can make the call.

Spruced-up war flick shines on DVD

By -Alec Toombs · Thursday, July 25,2002 4:23 p.m.

Pearl Harbor: The Director's Cut -- RStarring: Ben Affleck, Josh Hartnett, Kate BeckinsaleDirected by: Michael Bay

Former hotel staff fights back

By Mitch Blacher · Thursday, July 25,2002 4:23 p.m.

Former Courtyard by Marriott employee LeAnne Jarvis received a rude awakening when, just a week after earning employee-of-the-month honors, she was laid off. Jarvis and 11 other since-discarded employees were shocked in late October and early November of 2001, when they were told to pick up their final paychecks.

Business practices leave consumer confidence low

By U Jae Kang · Thursday, July 25,2002 4:23 p.m.

The central bank of the United States is not sure about a strong economic recovery from the recent recession. The judgment about the economic condition is largely due to a decline in current consumer confidence. Further, the central bank worries about the future labor market that can further deteriorate the consumer confidence that was already betrayed by the fraudulent and deceptive corporate practices.

Researchers study aging adults with Down syndrome

By Jessica Vician · Thursday, July 25,2002 4:23 p.m.

An IU research team is striving to understand the aging process for adults with Down syndrome. A study led by Barbara Hawkins, professor and director of the Center on Aging and Aged, has enabled researchers to comprehend aging differences between adults with Down syndrome and those without.

Evansville 'Ace' spoils Hoosiers' home opener

By Michael Sherman · Thursday, July 25,2002 4:23 p.m.

Valuable lessons can be learned from a loss. But it becomes harder to accept losing as a learning experience when it happens twice in one day. Perhaps the greatest lesson learned in the softball team's 5-2 and 4-3 losses to Evansville Tuesday was a tutorial in "Maggie Ross 101." The ace of the Aces' pitching staff was the Missouri Valley Conference's Pitcher of the Year in 2000, and if any Hoosiers (9-17) didn't know of her abilities before, they know now.

Cheney supports Saudi proposal

By Alyson Brodsy and Tom Raum · Thursday, July 25,2002 4:23 p.m.

MANAMA, Bahrain -- Vice President Dick Cheney, nearing an end of his tour of Arab countries, acknowledged Sunday that the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has become "a preoccupation for everyone" in the region.

Public radio fights commercialism

By Travis R. Thickstun · Thursday, July 25,2002 4:23 p.m.

Local public radio station WFIU/103.7FM has begun a week of fund-raising amid decreased federal subsidies and reduced citizen support for public radio. Local stations and National Public Radio have adapted to their financial situations by seeking increased support from program underwriters. Public broadcasting has been in a steady and rapid worldwide decline during the last decade.

Bank One looks at returning to campus

By Cory Schouten · Thursday, July 25,2002 4:23 p.m.

A year after Bank One ATMs were kicked off campus by the University, four of the company's cash machines could return in the coming months -- at least one is expected to be in place in the fall. Representatives from Bank One, the University and the IU Student Association worked out some of the remaining issues during a conference call Friday. Student groups will draw up a "needs" proposal that addresses possible locations. The proposal will go to the University, then Bank One, and if terms are reached, ATMs will be installed in about 60 days, at a cost to Bank One of about $30,000 apiece. Locations that have been discussed include the Main Library, McNutt Quad, Ballantine Hall and the Indiana Memorial Union.

'Swordfish': throw it back

By Ryan Hildebrandt · Thursday, July 25,2002 4:23 p.m.

Personality is one key to unlocking a successful movie. Most action movies explode with unbelievable stunts, car chases and last-second heroics. A lack of realism hurts almost every action flick. But what separates a "Double Team" and a "Die Hard" is a good personality portrayed well by an actor like Bruce Willis. Imagine Jean Claude Van Damme saying "Yippe-kay-yay motherf****r." Not cool. This is successful when good writing, directing and casting all come together. It seemed the only thing "Swordfish" tried hard to do well was showing Halle Berry topless, which definitely did not hurt this movie.

Anthrax scares sweep countries

By Mike Corder · Thursday, July 25,2002 4:23 p.m.

SYDNEY, Australia -- Dozens of government workers in Australia were hosed down after their office received a letter containing white powder. A U.S. consulate received a similar scare and in Germany on Monday, officials were investigating a powdery substance found in the mailroom of Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder's offices.

Physical Plant prepares as cuts are under way

By Erin Meyer · Thursday, July 25,2002 4:23 p.m.

State budget shortfalls may force IU administrators to significantly adjust the University budget, but measures to cut costs are already under way. "An important aspect of all this is funding for academic programs as well as staff and faculty funding," Rep. Mark Kruzan, D-Bloomington said. "I am extremely concerned about the impact of state spending cuts on that aspect of the University."

IU should cut from the top

Thursday, July 25,2002 4:23 p.m.

In an unprecedented television address last night, Gov. Frank O'Bannon outlined a drastic plan to save the state from financial ruin. Among other things, he called for legislators to tap rainy-day funds and tobacco settlement money, to increase taxes on cigarettes and to decrease spending at government agencies across the state.

Lake Monroe boat ramps to stay open