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Hardee's ad in good spirit

By Alyson Brodsy · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:08 p.m.

Shelter Inc.'s demand for an apology about Hardee's "The Six Dollar Burger. Around $3.95" place mat takes the issue a step too far. The place mat lists 38 suggestions for what you can do with the $2 you will save when purchasing the burger for $3.95. "Make a homeless person really happy" follows "replace your shoelaces" on the list. This ad hardly comes close to many others we see everyday on television and print media that are obviously degrading to various groups of people.

More reparations lawsuits expected

By Alyson Brodsy · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:03 p.m.

Lawsuits charging that three companies profited from the slave trade are just the beginning of a larger legal effort to seek reparations for American blacks who are descendants of slaves.

Koreas discuss U.S. dialogue

By Alyson Brodsy · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:02 p.m.

SEOUL, South Korea -- A South Korean presidential envoy met North Korean leader Kim Jong Il on Thursday to urge the communist country to ease tensions on the divided Korean peninsula by resuming dialogue with the United States and South Korea.

Company to make ID chips

By Alyson Brodsy · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:02 p.m.

WASHINGTON -- A company plans to begin selling a computer ID chip that can be embedded beneath people's skin, now that the Food and Drug Administration has said it will not regulate the implant as long as it contains no medical data.

Overthrow plot foiled

By Alyson Brodsy and Paul Haven · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:02 p.m.

KABUL, Afghanistan -- Afghan authorities said Thursday they have uncovered a plot against the fledgling government, arresting hundreds for allegedly planning "terrorism, abductions and sabotage," and seizing weapons and documents in sweeps throughout the capital.

Governor considers special session

By Alyson Brodsy and Mike Smith · Thursday, April 4,2002 10:59 p.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- Having failed to obtain tax increases to balance the state budget during the regular legislative session, Gov. Frank O'Bannon is now trying to lay the groundwork for calling lawmakers back to work. He said Wednesday he will consider calling a special legislative session to work on Indiana's pressing financial problems, even if he is unable to broker a deal among leading lawmakers beforehand.

Council created bike lanes

By Jesse Laffen · Thursday, April 4,2002 10:58 p.m.

The Southdowns Drive bike lane debate ended Wednesday night when the Bloomington City Council voted 8-1 to change Southdowns into separate one-way streets. The eastbound street will be renamed Sheridan Drive, and the westbound lane will retain the Southdowns name.

Auction to benefit shelter

By Ryan Hildebrandt · Thursday, April 4,2002 10:57 p.m.

Lunch with world-renowned drummer Kenny Aronoff could help save an animal's life. So might some home-made soul food cooked up by African American Choral Ensemble director Dr. James E. Mumford. Aronoff, Mumford and Herald-Times political cartoonist Joe Lee will host a benefit auction at 1 p.m. Sunday at the Neal-Marshal Black Culture Center Grand Hall. The auction will raise money for the Monroe County Humane Association's campaign to build a new animal shelter and education center. The men will also donate their time and skills to the highest bidder.

6 operas scheduled

By Alyson Brodsy · Thursday, April 4,2002 10:38 p.m.

"Opera with a Vengeance" is coming to the IU Opera Theater. The 2002-03 season brings power, passion and captivating stories to the Musical Arts Center stage.

Around The Arts

By Alyson Brodsy · Thursday, April 4,2002 10:38 p.m.

NEW YORK -- Bryant Gumbel said Thursday he was quitting as host of CBS' morning news program, "The Early Show," and will be leaving CBS. The longtime host of NBC's "Today" show was lured back to morning television in November 1999, and CBS spent $30 million to build a new streetside studio in Manhattan to launch "The Early Show."

Honey: 'the nectar of the gods'

By Alyson Brodsy and Camilla Saulsbury · Thursday, April 4,2002 10:37 p.m.

Consider what might be nature's most versatile food and you may very likely come up with honey. All over the world honey is enjoyed for its sweet goodness, whether spread onto flaky biscuits, spooned into teas, whisked into salad dressings or baked into wholesome muffins.

IU grad plays lead role in Indianapolis

By Alyson Brodsy and Lee Ann Chan · Thursday, April 4,2002 10:36 p.m.

Who wouldn't enjoy a play that talks about a boy meeting a girl, falling in love with her and wanting to marry her? "Anything Goes" is the new version of Hoosier native Cole Porter's Broadway extravaganza, which won the 1988 Tony Award for Best Revival. "The musical is very exciting, and we've wanted to do it for a long time," said Ulrike Steinert, the director of marketing at the Indianapolis Civic Theatre.

Special 'Lucia' to close season

By Gabriel Lewin · Thursday, April 4,2002 10:35 p.m.

To close out the 2001-2002 IU Opera Theater season, the IU School of Music will present a special production of Donizetti's tragic opera "Lucia di Lammermoor," opening 8 p.m. Friday at the Musical Arts Center. Beyond the fact that "Lucia" is considered one of the great operatic master works of all time, or that it is Donizetti's own personal masterwork of Bel Canto dramatic opera, it will be a rare occasion for a new production to be conceived and executed all for and at IU.

Behrman search continues

By Erin Meyer · Thursday, April 4,2002 1:12 a.m.

Investigators on the Jill Behrman case followed what they called a strong lead to the bottom of a creek near Lake Monroe Tuesday. Bloomington Police Detective Marty Deckard said authorities cannot release whether or not the search turned up evidence in order to protect the sources and the Behrman investigation. Officials would not release the exact location of the search or the origin of the lead.

The psychology of fan fanaticism

By Jackie Corgan · Thursday, April 4,2002 1:12 a.m.

Potato chips and bags of M&M's litter the kitchen table. With extra pop in the fridge and the television tuned into CBS, ten IU basketball fanatics huddle around the set of a small apartment living room to watch IU face Duke. A blonde-haired fan sprints in the living room after having printed off a picture from her computer.

Arbiters hear Team Major Taylor case

By Alyson Brodsy · Thursday, April 4,2002 1:12 a.m.

About 30 spectators spilled into the hallway in Franklin Hall yesterday at an arbitration hearing between IUSF and men's Little 500 team, Team Major Taylor. The team was disqualified in late March when it was determined by IUSF that freshman Joshua Weir had competed as a Category I or II rider and was ineligible to take part in the 2002 race.

One Last Celebration

By Sara Meinecke and Sarah Meinecke · Thursday, April 4,2002 1:12 a.m.

It came near the end of the pep rally yesterday evening. "One more year, one more year." As the IU men's basketball team was presented with season trophies, the crowd of about 5,000 started in on Jared Jeffries, urging the sophomore forward to stay at IU instead of opting to enter the NBA Draft in June.

Despite questions, police legally protected in Monday riots

By Alex Hickey · Thursday, April 4,2002 1:09 a.m.

The crowd that gathered after IU's loss in the NCAA championships has long been dispersed, but many people who were there are still fuming. In response to the melee that ensued, police fired tear gas and pepper powder to disperse the crowd. Some are accusing the police of being overzealous in their reaction, and others are wondering if there are legal ramifications.

Dar Williams impresses Bloomington crowd

By By Jonathan Sanders and Jonathan Sanders · Thursday, April 4,2002 12:53 a.m.

You wouldn't have expected the musical experiences the audience felt at the Buskirk-Chumley Theatre Tuesday night. Or rather, you wouldn't have expected it if you had never heard Dar Williams perform. Of course, you also would have been completely stunned by the end of the night. This was certainly a performance to remember for everyone who was able to be there.

Hillel brings Jewish music to Bloomington

By Jamie Sanders · Thursday, April 4,2002 12:52 a.m.

The music from "Fiddler on the Roof" is probably the only Jewish music some people have heard. But this coming Saturday, the Helene G. Simon Hillel Center hopes to bring a wider variety of Jewish music to the Bloomington community with its annual Evening of Jewish Music.