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Silence protests hatred
Today student, staff and faculty on campus will symbolically join thousands of others at all educational levels across the nation in a Day of Silence to protest the discrimination, harassment and abuse -- in effect the silencing -- faced by those who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered.
Nine tear gas canisters, pepper powder released
It began with a national championship loss. It ended with arrests, violence and tear gas -- and disappointment, anger and tension. At least 30 people were arrested Monday night after IU's loss to Maryland in the championship game, Bloomington Police Department Cpt. Joe Qualters said. Arrests ranged from illegal consumption and public intoxication to resisting law enforcement and battery of a police officer.
Israel widens offensive against Palestine
RAMALLAH, West Bank -- Widening its offensive, Israel seized control of Bethlehem and another West Bank town Tuesday in a day of wild fighting that left at least 13 Palestinians dead. Palestinian gunmen forced their way into the Church of the Nativity, the traditional birthplace of Jesus, in Bethlehem and Israeli tanks and helicopters pounded the headquarters of a Palestinian security chief.
Bonds homers twice in opener
LOS ANGELES -- After getting off to a great beginning, Barry Bonds said he's more concerned about the ending. He was speaking of his team, not himself. Coming off one of the greatest offensive seasons in baseball history but still without a World Series appearance, Bonds homered twice and drove in five runs Tuesday to lead the San Francisco Giants to a season-opening 9-2 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Nicklaus withdraws from tournament
Jack Nicklaus, the most dominant player at Augusta National with six green jackets won over 23 years, withdrew Tuesday from the Masters because of lingering back problems. It will be only the second time since 1959 that Nicklaus has missed the Masters. He also skipped in 1999 when he was recovering from hip replacement surgery.
Doubleheader follows losses
Returning to action after its first weekend of Big Ten competition, the IU softball team plays host to Louisville in a doubleheader starting at 2 p.m. today at the IU Softball Field.
West vs. East
While the NBA's Western Conference leaders are battling for the top spots with grace and style, the East is a far different story. Coaches are struggling to put a healthy squad on the floor, and games are no longer contests to see who will win, but who will survive.
Golf's pre-Big Ten tournament report card
The Big Ten Tournament is only one month away. With that in mind, men's golf teams around the Big Ten will be aiming to gain momentum as they head down the stretch. Here's a look at how teams have fared thus far: IU -- Best finish: third, Wolverine Invitational, Ann Arbor, Mich. Top player: freshman Jeff Overton, 75.3 average in 16 rounds.
From a fan's perspective
I feel funny. Something isn't right, and I haven't been able to figure out exactly what it is. This feeling started about three weeks ago, right around the end of spring break. And no, it wasn't alcohol poisoning. It started about the time the NCAA tournament started, specifically when IU began playing. I was out in LA with my roommates enjoying the nice California sun, and Thursday night we headed out to watch all the Hoosier action at a local pub.
Binge Drinking 101: Day dedicated to informing students about abuse
Quarters, three man, beer pong, cups, anchorman -- for some, drinking games are an integral part of the college experience, with drinking during the college years seen as a rite of passage. However, students who participate in games that promote dangerous drinking can risk more than losing just a game -- they can lose their lives.
The fun of video games, plus a workout!

