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'Chicago,' 'Gangs of New York' lead nominees for 75th Oscars

By Alyson Brodsy and David Germain · Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 11:41 p.m.

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. -- "Chicago," the musical adapted from the stage hit about two murderous women competing for tabloid celebrity, led Academy Award contenders Tuesday with 13 nominations, including best picture. Other best-picture nominees for the 75th annual Oscars were "Gangs of New York," "The Hours," "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers" and "The Pianist."

Powell warns of Iraqi ties to terrorism

By Alyson Brodsy and Barry Schweid · Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 11:34 p.m.

WASHINGTON -- Secretary of State Colin Powell told a Senate panel Tuesday that what appears to be a new statement from Osama bin Laden shows why the world needs to be concerned about Iraqi ties to terrorism. Powell said he read a transcript of "what bin Laden -- or who we believe to be bin Laden" will be saying on the Al-Jazeera Arab satellite station later Tuesday, "where once again he speaks to the people of Iraq and talks about their struggle and how he is in partnership with Iraq."

Closure set on Israeli border

By Alyson Brodsy and Laurie Copans · Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 11:33 p.m.

JERUSALEM -- Israeli troops killed an armed Palestinian in the Gaza Strip, and Israel imposed a blanket closure Tuesday on the Palestinian areas during a Muslim holiday because of warnings of possible attacks by militants. The closure, which bars Palestinians from entering Israel, reverses a decision to ease travel restrictions during the holiday, Eid al-Adha, which begins Tuesday. Israeli troops making

US pushes for aid in North Korean dispute

By Alyson Brodsy and Joseph Coleman · Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 11:32 p.m.

"Unless you have a process prewired, a consensus on what the Security Council would do ... then it's possible that the referral in and of itself would be ineffective," said Scott Snyder, Asia Foundation representative in South Korea. "There is not a consensus in favor of sanctions."

Roommates aren't forever

By -Brandon Tucker and Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 1:06 a.m.

For most students, this time of the year means finding a place to live for next year and figuring out who to live with. But as many students are beginning to discover, deciding where to live is just the first step. Choosing your roommates may be the most important decision you will have to make.

Unity strives for change

By Jake Rossman · Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 1:05 a.m.

"We're going to play a little game called IU ups and downs," Aaron Radez said to the crowded room of Residence Hall Association floor governors at Collins Learning center Sunday. "When I do this," he said, putting his thumbs up in the air, "you say 'up,' and when I do this (putting thumbs down), you say 'down.' Ready?"

Shuttle wing focus of inquiry

By Alyson Brodsy and Marcia Dunn · Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 1:04 a.m.

SPACE CENTER, Houston -- After three days of uncertainty, NASA said Monday a piece of broken wing found last week was from space shuttle Columbia's left side -- where all the problems appear to have begun in the final minutes of the doomed flight.

'Music Man' plays IU

By Meredith Hahn · Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 12:56 a.m.

For the first time in over a decade, Meredith Willson's "The Music Man" comes to the IU Auditorium today. The show runs at 8 p.m. tonight and Wednesday.

Flare, punk, pastels mix in fall fashion

By Alyson Brodsy and Patrice Worthy · Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 12:54 a.m.

NEW YORK -- Next fall, expect to see a lot of classic lines accentuated by 60's and 80's inspired details. These features and more are the centerpieces of designer collections presented at "7th On Sixth," a twice-a-year fashion extravaganza taking place in New York through Feb. 14. Since its creation in 1993, "7th On Sixth" has produced over 1000 designer shows. "7th On Sixth" was originally formed by the Council of Fashion Designers of America to organize, centralize and modernize the American Collections and provide a platform for American designers to become players in the global fashion business.

Iraq OKs use of US spy planes

By Alyson Brodsy and Hamza Hendawi · Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 12:51 a.m.

BAGHDAD, Iraq -- Iraq agreed Monday to allow U-2 surveillance flights over its territory, meeting a key demand by U.N. inspectors searching for banned weapons as European opposition to American military action mounted. President Bush, however, brushed aside Iraqi concessions as too little, too late.

31 trustee hopefuls apply

By Emily Veach · Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 12:51 a.m.

Thirty-one IU students have applied for the student trustee position, which will become vacant when current student representative Sacha Willsey's term expires this summer. By the end of March a search committee comprised of all IU students will narrow the field of 31 applicants down to 10. Students from three of IU's eight campuses (Bloomington, IUPUI and IU Northwest) submitted their applications last month.

A new religious frontier?

By Christina Galoozis · Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 12:51 a.m.

In 1960, John F. Kennedy paved a path for future presidential candidates by becoming the first and only non-Protestant president in American history. Now, 43 years later, Senator Joe Lieberman is following the same enterprise as the first Jewish presidential candidate ever.

Democrats question anti-terror proposal

By Alyson Brodsy and Jesse J. Holland · Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 12:51 a.m.

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Democrats asked the Justice Department Monday to explain reports that it plans to ask Congress to expand an anti-terrorism law to increase surveillance while restricting access to information and limiting judicial review.

Pacers gaining notoriety

By Dan Gelston · Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 12:21 a.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- Indiana's resurgence as one of the NBA's elite teams has drawn considerable attention, but not always for the right reasons. Everything from Indiana's physical play to bizarre antics has earned the Pacers a reputation as one of the league's toughest -- and most combustible -- teams. "We're just stepping onto the national stage," coach Isiah Thomas said.

Louisville home for dynasty, Pitino

By Chris Duncan · Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 12:20 a.m.

LOUISVILLE, Ky -- Rick Pitino listens to the laughter, and it reminds him how much he has changed. Like so many basketball coaches, he has made one stop after another, always ready for the next job. Now at Louisville, he takes time to look around.

Does anybody care anymore?

By Alex Hickey · Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 12:19 a.m.

This Wednesday, I want you to do something that you may have never done before. When the Hoosiers step onto the floor at Assembly Hall, I want you to boo. Boo them hard. Boo harder than you ever have in your life. Boo them like five Luke Reckers have walked onto the floor. Boo until you are hoarse. Boo them so that they are confused about whether they are playing Michigan at home or on the road.

Softball Hoosiers to open season

Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 12:17 a.m.

Softball Hoosiers to open season Softball Hoosiers to open season Friday When the 2003 campaign begins there will be a different face in the dugout for the IU softball team. The girls have a new coach in Sara Hayes, who has replaced 15-year veteran coach Diane Stephenson.

Heads kept above water after losses

By Alex Witteveld · Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 12:14 a.m.

The women's water polo team returned home from the Stanford Invitational this weekend with mixed emotions. Although the Hoosiers lost three games while winning just one they felt as if it was a positive experience. And it will help them in their future games.

Seniors look to freshmen

By Jeff Fuldauer · Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 12:13 a.m.

At last weekend's dual meet with Kentucky, the seniors took the spotlight for the final home meet of their careers. But also making waves in the Hoosier's campaign for a Big Ten Championship has been the performance of a spectacular freshman class.

Injuries begin to add up

By Natalie A. Trout · Tuesday, Feb. 11,2003 12:09 a.m.

The women's basketball team's season took an unexpected turn on Nov. 9. Junior guard LeeAnn Stephenson stepped up for a lay-up during practice and tore her ACL. It was almost a month later on Dec.17 when freshman guard Kali Kullberg tore her ACL as well. To this day coach Kathi Bennett grimaces at the thought of losing the two players. "You can always tell when they go down and what their reaction is," Bennett said. Kullberg remembers the day clearly and said it started out like any other practice. She wasn't even at full speed when she was running the drill. Kullberg was dribbling to the top of the key to make a pass and stepped forward. She said nothing felt weird and didn't land weird. Kullberg also had no idea how serious the injury was. Stephenson's story isn't much different than Kullberg's. It was the first drill of practice, a little one-on-one, she said. She went to make a lay-up and heard something pop.