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La Vida Americano

By Abby Schwimmer and Ab Schwimmer · Sunday, July 22,2007 3:52 p.m.

SALAMANCA, Spain – When I first arrived in Salamanca, I was looking forward to shedding my American identity, and I hoped to avoid fitting the stereotypical U.S. tourist image.

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What time is it?

By Jacob Stewart and Jake Stewart · Sunday, July 22,2007 3:51 p.m.

Tick tock, tick tock, tick tock, tick tock. This might be the most annoying sound in the world (unless you count the sound of “last call!” that rings out every night at the pub, but I wouldn’t call that annoyance sound-based, per se).

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Shaken and stirred

By Grace Low · Sunday, July 22,2007 3:50 p.m.

After nearly two months of residency in the San Francisco area, it finally happened. I experienced my first earthquake.

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Not in my backyard bunker

Sunday, July 22,2007 3:49 p.m.

Here’s the problem with the most deadly chemical ever invented: Once it’s been created, you need somewhere to store it, and no one wants it in their own backyard. But if you’re from Newport, Ind., you don’t have much of a choice.

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Associate dean for School of Optometry named next vice president of diversity, equity and multicultural affairs

By Ab D. Phillip · Friday, July 20,2007 8:36 p.m.

IU announced Wednesday that Edwin C. Marshall, professor and associate dean for academic affairs and student administration at the IU School of Optometry, has been named the next vice president of diversity, equity and multicultural affairs, according to an IU press release. Marshall replaces Charlie Nelms, who is leaving Aug. 1 to assume the position of chancellor at North Carolina Central University.

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I-69 a great thing for everyone involved

Thursday, July 19,2007 9:24 a.m.

May I offer some other benefits of I-69 that the protestors failed to realize? When I graduated from the IU School of Business in 1951, we came from and returned to school the same way as we do now: by State Road 37.

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Thirsty Thursday not going anywhere

Thursday, July 19,2007 9:24 a.m.

In regards to the “Sink the Quiz” editorial (July 5): As a fellow IU graduate, I can tell you Thursday night was the biggest party night of the week – we actually nicknamed it “Blackout Thursday.” That is because people would get so drunk, they would black out.

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (PG-13) A-

By Chris Wisner · Thursday, July 19,2007 12 a.m.

"Order of the Phoenix" is incredibly fun and entertaining, despite the serious attitude it so deservingly takes. You don't have to read the books to enjoy the films, and I fully plan on seeing "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" come 2008. I'd even jump at the chance to join Dumbledore's Army if I could.

Extras Season 2: Season Grade: A- Special Features: B+

By John Barnett · Thursday, July 19,2007 12 a.m.

The arc of the season finds Millman trying to reconcile his dreams of creating a meaningful comedy series and earning the respect of his peers versus pandering for ratings and the cash that comes with them. It's a dilemma all successful artists have to deal with at some point, and it's tackled here with grace, wit and hilarity.

Interpol Our Love to Admire:B

By Brian J. McFillen and Jim Salter · Thursday, July 19,2007 12 a.m.

Repeated listens reveal plenty of fine moments. Besides its hooks, "No I In Threesome" is a wonderfully cheeky number about convincing a reluctant partner to, well ... guess. "Heinrich Maneuver" boogies vigorously and carries some small hints of R.E.M. "Mammoth" has absolutely towering instrumentals, which should help justify my "shoegaze" claim above. And "All Fired Up" is a great little anthem complete with a fist-pumping chant ("I'll take you on!").

The Astronaut Farmer (PG): C Extras: C

By Andrea Alumbaugh and Kelsey Nash · Thursday, July 19,2007 12 a.m.

This movie is not bad, but not great. I suppose it might be a fair alternative if you go to the video store and every other movie with the plot "family man gives a finger to the naysayers and overcomes great obstacles to achieve his long-lost dream" has already been rented. Otherwise, stick to movies such as "The Rookie," which did this plot before and better than this movie.

Bad Religion New Maps of Hell:B+

By Chris Green · Thursday, July 19,2007 12 a.m.

These guys still have it in them. They aren't just going through the motions; you can feel the heart in their music. While many punk bands don't last more than a couple of years, Bad Religion is still kicking ass after 27 years. If you haven't gotten a chance to see them live, do it. They'll blow you away.

Spoon Ga Ga Ga Ga Ga

By Zack Teibloom and Andrew Bridges · Thursday, July 19,2007 12 a.m.

The next few songs are solid, and there aren't any worth skipping. However, it took a lot of restraint not to press the repeat button anytime "You Got Yr. Cherry Bomb" came on, and I was constantly rooting for "The Underdog" at track seven. Smartly chosen as the first single, "The Underdog" is a grandiose tribute to the little guy. It bursts with horns and a constant feeling of crescendo. It's helped greatly by being the only song produced by Jon Brion (known for working with Kanye West) who gives the song a Phil Spector-esque wall-of-sound feel. I typically find myself listening to the track after my favorite song on any album because it ends up getting played often by association. Luckily on this album, the song after "The Underdog" is the rhythmic guitar, layered-vocal treat "My Little Japanese Cigarette Case."

Captivity (R): D-

By Jacob Stewart and Julie Hirschfeld Davis · Thursday, July 19,2007 12 a.m.

For horror-lovers, "Captivity" will be one of the summer's biggest disappointments. For film-lovers, it will be appalling. For fun-lovers, it will be a bore. For slaughter-house owners, it will be like a day at work. Skip "Captivity" if you want to keep your dinner down.

The Last Mimzy (PG):B- Extras:B+

By Alberto D. Morales and Teri Wang · Thursday, July 19,2007 12 a.m.

Purists should be cautioned against the movie's promiscuous use of distorted camera angles, at once panoramic and claustrophobic, and its subtle patriarchy (Emma whimpers and plots, while her brother builds a bridge to the future -- "Wonderland" or "Narnia" this movie is not). And while "The Last Mimzy" has a number of poignant moments, it is simply too sanitized to merit higher marks.

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