Center analyzes world job markets

Asian pacific countries have some of the highest growing markets in the world, according to MSU's emerging markets potential index.

Count on, Phil

In Tuesday's paper, we rhapsodized on how we as voters should try and restore our faith in the Electoral College before we condemn it for the after- effects of the 2000 and 2004 presidential elections.

Rock your body

Welcome back to "Rock Your Body," The State News fitness and nutrition column. Each week, we hit up our local experts with some questions and pass on their wisdom to you. But before we get to the goods, we thought we'd tell you a little bit about who'll be giving you advice. Tom Ostrander: Tom is the owner of Powerhouse Gym, 435 E.

Council debates housing for young professionals

After a lengthy discussion of numbers and policies, Mayor Mark Meadows serenaded the East Lansing City Council with a rendition of the University of Michigan fight song at Tuesday's work session. He lost a bet with Ann Arbor Mayor John Hieftje after the Spartans lost to the Wolverines on Oct.

'The Incredibles' fly into deep, edgy adult humor

How many 10-year-olds want to watch a middle-aged man sadly realizing he no longer has a 32-inch waist?

Government offices observe Veterans Day

In observance of Veterans Day, Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land announced that all Secretary of State branch offices and the Office of the Great Seal will be closed Thursday. Licenses and plates that expire on Thursday can be renewed on Friday without penalty.

'U' receivers arrested for bomb prank

Two MSU football players were arrested early Tuesday morning for planting three "MacGyver bombs" outside a Spartan Village apartment.

Police briefs 11/10/04

New Izzone policy isn't anti-student

This letter is in response to Chris Hansen's letter to the editor ("Izzo's arrogance readily apparent" SN 11/9). First off, it is pretty classless to call people names - especially in a newspaper, when I doubt Hansen would even have the courage to say it to Izzo's face.

Students should be more Izzo-friendly

To Web-surf over to The State News and to read the griping about the latest incarnation of the Izzone is to be astonished.

Team to face Huskies in NCAA Tournament

The No. 8 MSU field hockey team held hands and shouted in excitement as the school's name appeared on the big screen TV unveiling their NCAA Tournament fate on Tuesday night. This year the team (16-3 overall, 5-2 Big Ten) will face a familiar foe when the Spartans compete against No.

Off the pages

Grand Rapids, Mich. - A brooding black steam engine stands waiting on a dark, cold night. The passenger cars lined up behind it glow with yellow lamplight and children's laughter.

Hazy concept

MSU hasn't had a problem with hazing this year. The University of Michigan, on the other hand, has. At U-M, a number of greek chapters went under investigation last month.

State representatives approach end of term, work to pass bills, knowledge

As incoming state House members trickle into Lansing for this week's initiation, term-limited members are concentrating their efforts on rounding out their six-year tenure. New members will succeed the incumbents in 37 districts who lost their seats because of term limits - 24 of them Republican, 13 Democratic.

Coach optimistic of postseason

With three weeks left to make their mark on the season, MSU volleyball head coach Chuck Erbe insists the Spartans' destiny is in their own hands as they shoot for an NCAA Tournament bid. "That's at the front of my forehead," Erbe said.

MIDDAY UPDATE: 'Miss Greek' pagent held to raise funds for the Red Cross

Sorority members posed on a small, crowded stage in mini-skirts, halter tops and high heels Tuesday evening, as audience members whistled and cheered. People packed inside The Temple Club, 500 E.

'Polar Express' entertains despite creepy faces

The classic Christmastime story "The Polar Express," known for its enchanting illustrations and touching message to believe in Santa Claus, is now engaging its readers on the silver screen. After years of reading the book to his children, actor Tom Hanks decided "The Polar Express," by Chris Van Allsburg, would make a good movie. The book tells the story of a young boy who had mixed feelings about the existence of Santa.

MIDDAY UPDATE: National guard soldier prepares return to 'U'

For Sgt. Brian Brooks, sleeping in has been a big part of readjusting to civilian life. "I have to learn to stop waking up at 8 a.m.," the 24-year-old said.

SN made illogical mascot argument

I find a strange logic working in the editorial "Hurtful mascot" (SN 11/8). The staff opinion states "Mascots work better sticking to the realm of animals and mythological creatures" and "isolating and ascribing certain behaviors to a group of people will cause only one thing - prejudice." However, our own mascot here at MSU is not an animal nor a mythological creature.

Local stand-up competition to be held at Connxtions today

Local comedians have braved the lonely stage of open-mic night with a sweaty brow. Now they must test their wit for another battle of laughs. Connxtions Comedy Club, 2900 N.