Hussein found guilty, faces death penalty
By Quinn Craugh | Nov. 6, 2006An Iraqi tribunal sentenced Saddam Hussein to death by hanging Sunday for crimes against humanity in the 1980s.'
An Iraqi tribunal sentenced Saddam Hussein to death by hanging Sunday for crimes against humanity in the 1980s.'
In the history of rock ‘n' roll, saturated by polished melodies, electronic manipulation and Ozzfest, some might argue the world of metal has strayed far from its roots and found itself in the commercial realm. Death Breath's debut album, Stinking up the Night, is an unrepentant antithesis of this trend.
Under normal circumstances, the UW student section is welcoming and pleasant. Gentle hostilities are exchanged between the sections and opposing fans have to expect ridicule, but I was not prepared for the intense alienation I felt Saturday afternoon. I have long felt the sting of prejudice and second-class citizenship since it was discovered that I have an inability to clap on rhythm, whistle, snap and—worst of all—participate in massive group dances.
Wisconsin men's hockey coach Mike Eaves made clear in his weekly press conference Monday that his team was in search of an identity two days after it failed to complete a road sweep against lowly Alaska Anchorage.'
If you want to vote, don't let logistics stop you. The polls are open between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m., and if you arrive at 7:59 p.m. and there is a line, you still have the right to vote. '
Everyone knows about leftist leaning musicians — those Hollywood types that espouse crazy fringe beliefs (""War, what is it good for, absolutely nothing""). So I thought to myself, why not pay some attention to the minority? You know: right-'
While senior Ty Christian may be more recognizable as lead singer of local band Paper Tiger, his musical talent is also on display as a State Street minstrel.'
Lawmakers and UW-Madison scientists lectured Friday on the implications of the 1980 federal legislation that granted universities financial ownership of the patents and advancements made using federal funds.'
The UW-Madison School of Business added two more alumni to its collection of Distinguished Business Alumnus Award winners Friday — fewer than 75 alumni have received the award in the School's 106-year history. '
High-profile murders in Wisconsin's recent history have prompted the death penalty referendum appearing on the Nov. 7 ballot and may strongly influence voters' stance on the issue, experts say. But some law experts see more problems than benef'
UW football head coach Bret Bielema addressed the media Monday, discussing a number of issues facing his team as the Badgers prepare for their last conference game of the season.'
MILWAUKEE â_ Former President Bill Clinton stumped for Gov. Jim Doyle and state Democrats in Milwaukee Friday as the 2006 election approached its critical weekend homestretch. '
The candidates in Tuesday's Dane County Sheriff election are both Madison law enforcement officers who say they are dedicated to representing and protecting UW-Madison students.'
Republicans have held the majority in the House, Senate and White House for six years now, and what a crappy six years they have been.
The joys of fatherhood must be so joyful that it simply makes my eyes well up. Thinking of Kevin Costner playing catch with his dad on that Iowa cornfield makes me realize what dreams are made of. Watching your children mature into adults, making life decisions and realizing that you had such a huge part in their life has to be so satisfying.
The Wisconsin women's basketball team won its second and final exhibition game by defeating Division II Winona State at the Kohl Center Sunday afternoon 87-37.
With the Wisconsin men's basketball team not having played against an actual opponent yet, it is possible the team might still have a few kinks to be worked out. That was not the case for the Badgers Friday, as they took care of business, dominating their Division III opponent, UW-Stout, 82-33.
The UW System needs the support of Wisconsin's governor and Jim Doyle has proven he will stand behind Wisconsin's higher education.'
Though lawmakers at all levels are expected to make decisions based upon scientific research, few have science backgrounds themselves.'
The No. 1 Wisconsin women's hockey team shut down Minnesota State this weekend in Mankato, posting wins of 3-1 and 6-1 in a two-game sweep.