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Some can't 'bear' the Cubs' excitement

By -Val Tsoutsouris · Tuesday, Sept. 16,2003 1:31 a.m.

With the baseball season down to its final two weeks, it's becoming easy to agitate the competitors. After a 2-0 loss to the Astros Saturday night, Cardinals' manager Tony LaRussa blamed home plate umpire Jerry Crawford. "He's made it a point to get us," LaRussa told the Associated Press. "It's tough enough to win in this league."

Redshirting helps Redman improve

By Alex Witteveld · Tuesday, Sept. 16,2003 1:29 a.m.

For student-athletes, the transition from high school to college can sometimes be a difficult one. The level of competition is higher, the training is different and the atmosphere more intense. Red-shirting is often a useful way for a young athlete to gain some experience before having to actually compete.

Old stars take on new TV roles

By Alyson Brodsy and David Bauder · Tuesday, Sept. 16,2003 1:24 a.m.

NEW YORK -- A new television season begins next week -- time to stretch your imagination to see old friends in new roles. Rob Lowe has left the White House for a law firm. Whoopi Goldberg is a hotel operator with a razor tongue. Mark Harmon investigates crimes in the military. Kelly Ripa is a washed-up soap star.

Smokers beware

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Sept. 16,2003 1:23 a.m.

In the oncoming swale of anti-smoking fervor that started in Bloomington a couple years ago, and threatens to culminate with the official beginning of tougher ordinances both on and off-campus, I wanted to reiterate to smokers across Bloomington one final time: be careful where you smoke -- it could be hazardous to your health.

Fair trade today

By August Evans · Tuesday, Sept. 16,2003 1:22 a.m.

I don't know about you, but coffee gets me going. Knowing that something so tasty and warm and quick is capable of relieving the present fatigue infuses me with almost a ritualistic worship of the drink.

Third in trilogy grabs gold

By Alyson Brodsy and Anthony Breznican · Tuesday, Sept. 16,2003 1:21 a.m.

LOS ANGELES -- Johnny Depp has made another transformation: oddball actor to box office moneymaker. The star known for playing eccentrics in cult favorites such as "Ed Wood" and "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas" is establishing himself as a major box office draw with two films this weekend in the top five.

The $87 billion burger

By Elisha Sauers · Tuesday, Sept. 16,2003 1:20 a.m.

As most of the public knows, the president recently made a national statement confessing the irresponsible decisions he has headed in the past couple of years.

Nominate this!

By Brian McFillen and Brain J. McFillen · Tuesday, Sept. 16,2003 1:19 a.m.

Lately, my Democratic friends seem listless, apathetic, demoralized. A great sadness has come over the tribe, and I believe it comes from disappointment with the nine Democratic presidential candidates.

'Old fool' musings…

By T. Michael Ford · Tuesday, Sept. 16,2003 1:18 a.m.

Respecting elders is a staple of many cultures, religions and family traditions. If you are so fortunate as to have your grandparents still alive, other senior members of your family or friends in your life, you know very well they can be a treasure trove of information, wisdom and experience.

Campus leaders hope for more minority involvement

By Gavin Lesnick · Tuesday, Sept. 16,2003 1:16 a.m.

It's after midnight on Saturday night and Dr. Gilbert Brown, associate dean of students, is overlooking a Student Recreational Sports Center basketball court-turned dance floor. Hundreds of students have gathered for a pajama party put on by Alpha Phi Alpha, a black fraternity, complete with shifting rainbow lights and a professional deejay.

Naked in the name of style

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Sept. 16,2003 1:16 a.m.

Abercrombie & Fitch has released its fall Quarterly, which is littered with a surprisingly small amount of clothing.

IUPUI student arrested at IU

By Brandon Morley and Brandon S Morley · Tuesday, Sept. 16,2003 1:15 a.m.

The IU Police Department arrested an IU-Purdue University at Indianapolis sophomore for intent to deal marijuana early Sunday morning after an IUPD officer said he thought he smelled smoke coming from the student.

Religious leaders disagree on 'Passion'

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Sept. 16,2003 12:40 a.m.

VATICAN CITY -- A senior Vatican official who watched clips from Mel Gibson's controversial film "The Passion" offered enthusiastic praise Saturday for what he saw, despite concerns from Jewish groups that the movie will promote anti-Semitism. Many conservative Christians say the unreleased film powerfully depicts the last 12 hours of Jesus' life.

Governor remembered by peers

By Alyson Brodsy and Mike Smith · Monday, Sept. 15,2003 2:41 a.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- Frank O'Bannon parlayed down-home southern Indiana charm and consensus-building ability into mixed success as his state's governor since 1997. O'Bannon, who fell ill Monday while attending a conference in Chicago, died at 11:33 a.m. Saturday at Northwestern Memorial Hospital after his blood pressure and heart rate dropped.

Around The Game

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, Sept. 15,2003 2:34 a.m.

The Hoosiers earned their second win of the season against in-state rival Butler with the help of an explosive offensive performance. The offense broke out of its slump, scoring three goals, while the defense held the Bulldogs' powerful offense scoreless.

Cubs's offense goes cold as Reds win 1-0 in ninth

By Alyson Brodsy and Nancy Armour · Monday, Sept. 15,2003 2:31 a.m.

CHICAGO -- The Cincinnati Reds tried for eight innings to shake Carlos Zambrano out of his groove, with little success. Then Zambrano had to wait out a 13-minute delay when an umpire became ill before the ninth inning, and the Reds got the opening they needed. Ray Olmedo drew a leadoff walk, and Russell Branyan drove him home with a two-out single as the Reds beat the Chicago Cubs 1-0 on Sunday.

Lewis sets rushing record

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, Sept. 15,2003 2:30 a.m.

Ravens 33, Browns 13 BALTIMORE -- The Baltimore Ravens gave Jamal Lewis the football, as promised, and he delivered on a pledge in setting a single-game NFL record with 295 yards rushing.

Two-goal victory, overtime loss highlight weekend

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, Sept. 15,2003 2:29 a.m.

Participating in their third tournament in as many weeks, the men's soccer team (2-2-2) split a pair of matches at the Notre Dame Berticelli Memorial Tournament this weekend. The No. 11 Hoosiers defeated Fresno State 3-1 Sunday, but were upended by Akron 1-0 in overtime Friday at Alumni Field. It was IU's first victory since the season-opener against California. Coach Jerry Yeagley was proud of the way his team performed against Fresno State.

New and improved everything

By Alex Hickey · Monday, Sept. 15,2003 2:28 a.m.

Much has changed since the last time I was in Memorial Stadium. And all of it has changed for the better. Here's a recap of the last time: Penn State's Larry Johnson ran for over 300 yards in a blowout victory. Penn State's players added insult to injury by noting that the field was in such poor condition that it was like playing on a beach. The press box was so cold that I had to wear a hat and gloves. And the bathroom stalls were made out of plywood.

on the SIDELINES

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, Sept. 15,2003 2:27 a.m.

COMPTON, Calif. -- An older sister of tennis stars Venus and Serena Williams was shot to death Sunday following a dispute in suburban Los Angeles, authorities said.