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BREAKING NEWS: Man found dead near train tracks on campus

The Monroe County coroner ruled the death of an IU student found near train tracks on campus was a suicide. General studies major Donald Kidwell, 34,was found at about 1:30 p.m. today 50 yards east of the intersection of Union Street and the railroad tracks, IUPD Capt. Jerry Minger said. He was pronounced dead at the scene at 2:32 p.m.

What does your hair say about you?

An affair with hair

At one time or another everyone visits a hairstylist, whether it’s to create a new look or fix a self-inflicted mistake. Sometimes stylists are a disposable part of life, but sometimes you tell them your most intimate secrets. But they have stories to tell, too. What drew them to the world of hair, and why do they stay?

Decades of STRANGE ’dos

Just because a hairstyle is iconic doesn’t mean it isn’t strange. In fact, many times it’s just the opposite, and the most mind-bending piles of locks become hallmarks.

So. Ind. ‘haunted’ mansion gives tours

 Staff members at the 19th century Culbertson Mansion have found a spirited way to raise money for renovations – ghost tours and haunted sleepovers.

Elvis Is Alive Museum up for sale again

The Elvis Is Alive Museum is once again for sale on eBay.

Neb. college town bans porch couches

Relaxing on the porch in a ratty recliner might not be allowed in Lincoln, Neb., any longer.

Financial markets rise as investors track $700 billion rescue plan

Financial markets appeared somewhat more upbeat Tuesday, with stocks holding their ground after a huge sell-off as top economic officials updated Congress about efforts to hammer out a $700 billion financial rescue for troubled credit markets.

Ahmadinejad blames U.S. military interventions for market collapse met collapse

Iran’s president blamed U.S. military interventions around the world in part for the collapse of global financial markets ahead of his speech Tuesday to the U.N. General Assembly.

Pakistan officials say security forces killed more than 60 insurgents

Security forces backed by helicopter gunships and artillery have killed more than 60 insurgents in Pakistan’s northwest tribal regions in offensives aimed at denying al-Qaida and Taliban militants safe havens, officials said Tuesday.

Q & A: At 51, Vince Gill still inspired by the music

Singer and songwriter Vince Gill discussed his career, awards and family life with the IDS.

Vince Gill brings country, eclectic style to B-town

Thirty years ago, Vince Gill got his start in the music industry playing for overwhelmingly college-age crowds. Consider Gill’s performance tonight at the IU Auditorium a tribute to his humble beginnings.The musician, singer and songwriter will give one performance at 8 p.m. tonight. Student tickets start at $18 and are still available at the box office.

Government can’t afford to get involved

The U.S. budget deficit for 2008: $400 billion.

A bailout shouldn’t go just to the rich

When it rains, it pours, and last week’s financial news was a perfect demonstration of that.

Phillips, Polk out; Thomas questionable

The hits just keep on coming.While the Hoosiers continue to pick themselves up from a 42-20 blowout at home against Ball State last Saturday, IU football coach Bill Lynch continues to receive bad news.In his weekly press conference Tuesday, Lynch said senior captain and cornerback Chris Phillips will miss the rest of the season.

IUSA, Allenspach to hold open forum on new athletics director

Tonight the IU Student Association will host a student forum to discuss the current search for a new athletics director. All students and members of the public are encouraged to attend from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Frangipani Room of the Indiana Memorial Union.PODCAST: Hoosier Sidelines

Best choice? It’s debatable.

JASPER, Ind. – Had it not been for the third podium between them at Tuesday’s gubernatorial debate, Republican incumbent Mitch Daniels and Democratic candidate Jill Long Thompson might not have realized Libertarian Andy Horning on stage. The first two spent the evening attacking each other’s policies and sometimes their character, while Horning protested the evils of big-party politics.“For a very long time we have felt just that we don’t have a choice,” Horning said. “What do you hate most about politics? Every time we vote for a major party ticket, we vote for 100 years of division.”

Average voters should educate themselves on the crisis

If you’ve ever stood outside the Treasury Building in Washington, you’ve likely felt as any Middle-Age peasant must have standing outside his city’s cathedral.

Coach Lynch, the ball is in your hands

La Casa discussion stresses Latino vote

Fifteen percent of Americans are Hispanic, but on average they only account for less than 10 percent of all votes cast in elections.