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Afghanistan peace talks reach final stretch as groups bend to U.S. pressure

By Alyson Brodsy and Tony Czuczka · Tuesday, Dec. 4,2001 11:29 p.m.

KOENIGSWINTER, Germany -- Talks on Afghanistan's future hit the final stretch Tuesday as Afghan factions and U.N. mediators turned to filling seats for an interim administration.

Court fights ACLU over display

By Alyson Brodsy and Associated Press · Tuesday, Dec. 4,2001 11:07 p.m.

LANCASTER, Ky. -- The Garrard Fiscal Court has decided to fight the American Civil Liberties Union of Kentucky in its civil suit to have the Ten Commandments display taken down from a wall in the county courthouse.

Family honors heritage

By Erin Meyer · Tuesday, Dec. 4,2001 11:03 p.m.

A neighborhood family was the center of a controversy last weekend, one that threatened to prevent them from participating in a religious ceremony. The Lake family wanted to participate in the Lakota Indian ceremony Sunday night, but the lawsuit filed by a neighbor prevented it from occurring.

Bush puts Americans on high state of alert

By Alyson Brodsy and Ron Fournier · Tuesday, Dec. 4,2001 12:49 a.m.

WASHINGTON — President Bush put America on high alert Monday for possible terrorist strikes during the holiday season after U.S. intelligence officials reported an increase in credible threats.

Hoosier team looks to rebound

By Dan Cortez · Tuesday, Dec. 4,2001 12:42 a.m.

Things probably couldn't have gone much worse for the Hoosiers Saturday in their 72-60 loss at Southern Illinois. The 72 points they allowed was a season-high and the 60 points they scored was their second-lowest point total of the season.

Israel declares war on terror

By Alyson Brodsy and Ibrahim Barzak · Tuesday, Dec. 4,2001 12:39 a.m.

GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip -- Prime Minister Ariel Sharon declared war on terror Monday, and Israeli airstrikes destroyed two of the Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat's helicopters in Gaza and hit West Bank security installations.

Athletics plan under BFC review

By Katie Schoenbaechler and Katie Shoenbaechler · Tuesday, Dec. 4,2001 12:35 a.m.

The time has come for the Bloomington Faculty Council to make a decision that could change Big Ten athletics eligibility rules and game coverage. The proposal stems from an article written by IU President Myles Brand in the March issue of NCAA news. It calls for lesser exposure for college sports and the reinforcement of academics on college campuses.

Fall season concludes

Tuesday, Dec. 4,2001 12:15 a.m.

While eight of IU\'s women's swimmers were competing against some of the world's best in the U.S. Open in New York this past weekend, 15 other swimmers were also competing in the Miami (Ohio) Invitational. Head coach Dorsey Tierney was hoping the competition at the Invitational would allow some of her younger swimmers to gain valuable experience going into the spring championship season and to give them a chance to assume a leadership role on the team.

Congress creates student ambassador positions

By Katherine Helmke and Kathryn Helmke · Tuesday, Dec. 4,2001 12:12 a.m.

The IU Student Association wants to open its doors to the Residence Hall Association and other student groups. At its bi-weekly Congress meeting last Thursday, IUSA passed a resolution to create IUSA Ambassador positions.

Nike workers celebrate, share victory with Bloomington students

By Adam Van Osdol · Tuesday, Dec. 4,2001 12:10 a.m.

Marcela Muñoz had seen enough. The conditions at the Nike factory in Kukdong, Mexico couldn\'t get much worse. Earning only $3 a day working at the factory to support her 3-year-old son -- shampoo and toilet paper became luxuries.

Brawls, bobbleheads, basketweaving

By Jason Recker · Tuesday, Dec. 4,2001 12:10 a.m.

It's all over. And all I have left is an Antwaan Randle El bobble-head doll. Saturday's 26-15 victory over Kentucky was boring, ordinary and ... boring. As exciting as trying to decide just how much gigantic Wildcat quarterback Jared Lorenzen weighs. Less exciting than discussing bologna sandwiches ... until the final seconds and the tangle of crimson and UK blue that ensued. Some guys threw punches and pushes. Others, like junior Enoch DeMar and freshman Damien Jones, threw helmets.

IUPD Blotter

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Dec. 4,2001 12:05 a.m.

The following activity was reported by the IU Police Department:

Facing tough questions, quiz team members rely on nerve, knowledge to stay competitive

By Kristin Wright · Tuesday, Dec. 4,2001 12:02 a.m.

College students are all aware of the sinking feeling when faced with an easy question on a test that causes your mind to go blank. Imagine that feeling multiplied by one hundred.

What child is this?

By Charles Cutrera · Monday, Dec. 3,2001 11:52 p.m.

Christmas could not come at any better time. Just as project deadlines begin to weigh down upon me and this mental fatigue called burnout sets in, the Christmas season bursts onto the scene, bringing a sense of joy and wonder. Evergreen appears all over the place -- a welcome sight amongst the dull gray of winter. Christmas lights twinkle on houses. All this wonderful holiday food starts popping up in stores and on the dinner table. Cards from old friends grace my mailbox. Christmas carols ring out. And did I mention the food?

'Color blindness' a myth

By Jack M. Silverstein · Monday, Dec. 3,2001 11:48 p.m.

I'm thinking of an NBA player. Tell me when you know who he is. This point guard is in his fourth year out of college, and was traded in the off-season for being too erratic. He's often described as a "flashy showboat" who would rather make a pass behind his back and off of his elbow than make an easy pass to help his team. Although his passes excite the crowd, they often confuse his teammates.

A little reminder of great strength

By Jeanne Wilson · Monday, Dec. 3,2001 11:43 p.m.

Do you have a teddy bear? A security blanket? Some kind of a lucky charm that you carry around with you? I'm curious because I've been leaning on mine lately, and it got me wondering about everyone else's.

Men's soccer advances to Elite 8 with win

By Rob Mullally and Robert Mullally · Monday, Dec. 3,2001 1:16 a.m.

After edging Michigan State 1-0 in the second round of the NCAA Tournament last Sunday, people began to wonder when the Hoosiers would start scoring goals. The only question pondered during IU's sweet 16 meeting with Rutgers was when the Hoosiers would stop. Behind an efficient offense and yet another defensive shutout, the Hoosiers defeated Rutgers 3-0 Sunday, securing another trip to the Elite 8.

Dean joins IU professor at national organization

By Camile Constantin and Camille Constantin · Monday, Dec. 3,2001 1:15 a.m.

An IU professor recently appointed chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities will be joined by an Honors College dean. IU Associate Dean of the Honors College Julia Bondanella recently accepted a four-year position as Assistant Chair for Programs with the NEH. In September, Bruce Cole, distinguished professor of fine arts and department chair, was confirmed by the Senate as the new chairman of the NEH. Cole said he is "delighted" at Bondanella's new involvement with the NEH.

AIDS day links local groups

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, Dec. 3,2001 1:15 a.m.

Several local organizations united Saturday in honor of World AIDS Day. World AIDS Day emerged from the call by the World Summit of Ministers of Health on programs for AIDS prevention in 1988. It has a special place in the history of the AIDS epidemic because of its steps to open channels of communication, promote sharing of information and experience and spread social tolerance.

Sergeant suspended

By Mitch Blacher · Monday, Dec. 3,2001 1:14 a.m.

Nov. 27 brought Sgt. Russell Brummett an unexpected and unwelcomed leave of absence from his job at the Monroe County Sheriff's Department. Sheriff Steven Sharp brought charges against Brummett and recommended he be dismissed from the sheriff's department for his participation and assistance in an alleged domestic assault. Brummett is serving a 60-day unpaid suspension without reduction in rank for withholding information from a department investigation.