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Only 20 of the 114 teens were wearing seat belts, compared with 23 of 101 teens who died in 2003, according to state Department of Public Safety data. The law allows officers to stop any motorist 17 or younger for a seat belt violation. Legislation being debated now would allow officers to stop adults for seat belt violations. NATION Army will not pursue soldier prosecutions WASHINGTON — Army officials have decided not to prosecute 17 soldiers involved in the deaths of prisoners in Iraq and Afghanistan, a military report says. Military investigators recommended courts-martial for the soldiers in the cases of three prisoner deaths for charges ranging from making false statements to murder. Officers rejected those recommendations, ruling that the soldiers lawfully used force or didn’t understand the rules for using force,' or that there was not enough evidence to prosecute. TSA misled public, investigation reveals WASHINGTON — The Transportation Security Administration misled the public about its role in obtaining personal information about 12 million airline passengers to test a new computerized system that screens for terrorists, according to a government investigation. Sen. Joe Lieberman, D-Conn., said the agency took months to disclose its role in getting the data. WORLD Bomb blast injures 5 in Christian suburb BEIRUT, Lebanon —A bomb blast set off huge fires in a mainly Christian suburb of Beirut on Saturday, injuring five people in the third such attack in eight days. Opposition leaders blamed Syria, saying Damascus hoped to sow fear as it withdraws troops from Lebanon. The latest attack, targeting an industrial area in Beirut’s northeastern Bouchrieh area, raised tensions another notch in Lebanon, which has been gripped by political turmoil over Syria’s presence since the Feb. 14 assassination of former premier Rafik Hariri. People offer prayers as prince’s health fails MONACO — Monaco marked Easter Sunday with special prayers for ailing Prince Rainier III, who was conscious but fighting for his life, as his heart, lungs and kidneys stabilized after days of decline. The 81-year-old monarch, who has governed the world’s second smallest independent state for more than half a century, remained on a respirator, but the announcement Sunday from the royal palace carried a note of optimism just a day after doctors issued a grave medical report. BRIEFS FROM THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Ex-Dolphin loses ring in Marriott restroom MIAMI — Eugene “Mercury" Morris won his Super Bowl ring because of his quick moves for the Miami Dolphins in 1972. But he wasn’t fast enough on Friday when he realized he had left the ring in the men’s room of the Biscayne Bay Marriott after washing his hands. By the time he realized his mistake and went back, the ring was gone. “I’m holding out hope that somebody will give it up,” Morris told The Miami Herald. “It means a great deal to me.” The 10-karat yellow gold ring has a full-carat diamond set in an aquamarine stone, with 16 smaller diamonds circling the center. MARTA LAVANDIER/THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Miami Dolphin middle linebacker Zach Thomas, left, talks with members of the 1972 Miami Dolphins team, running backs Jim Kiick, center, and Eugene "Mercury” Morris, right, during practice Saturday, Dec 7,2002, in Davie, Fla. It’s not the first time his Super Bowl ring has been stolen, Morris said. The original was lifted in 1978. The hotel declined comment Sunday while a spokesperson was out for the weekend. Oprah might open Hawaiian getaway KULA, Hawaii — Oprah Winfrey may be getting into the vacation rental business. The Maui County Council has given preliminary approval to a bill granting O.W. Ranch LLC a five-year conditional permit to operate a 12 bedroom vacation rental in Kula. Tom Welch, attorney for O.W. Ranch, would not confirm the celebrity’s involvement in the venture, saying Winfrey likes to keep her personal life private. Gideon Kaufman, an Aspen, Colo.-based legal representative for Winfrey and an officer of O.W. Ranch, said: “I’ll let the initials stand for themselves.” O.W. Ranch lists an address in care of Bob Greene, Winfrey’s ffiend and personal trainer, according to Maui property tax records. Winfrey and Greene bought 102 acres on Maui’s Hana Coast in 2002 with plans to build separate homes. A year later, O.W. Ranch bought the land in Kuia. Schwarzenegger touts solar power SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger is taking his latest campaign to television. For Sunday’s episode of the ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Editions” the governor had a cameo promoting the use of solar electricity, something he’s backing in California with his Million Solar Roofs Initiative. Schwarzenegger’s legislation would create a 10-year incentive fund to encourage both residential and commercial buildings to install solar power systems. Chan gets award for Chinese films HONG KONG — “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” director Ang Lee presented a professional spirit award to Jackie Chan at the 24th Hong Kong Film Awards ceremony Sunday. During an evening featuring the stars of the Chinese cinema, Chan said he appreciated the prize because it honored his professionalism and conduct, not just his artistic achievements. “Outside of movies, this involves charity work ... an actor’s professional conduct, being punctual, respecting elders. These are very important things,” he said later. After accepting the award, he urged his son, Jaycee, who is also an actor, not to “arrive late and leave early.” The younger Chan was a losing nominee for best newcomer. Stephen Chow’s “Kung Fu Hustle” was named best film at the ceremony, while director Wong Kar-wai’s romance “2046” swept the top acting honors. The two films captured 12 awards between them. Former Cannes winner Tony Leung and “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” star Zhang Ziyi won the lead acting awards for their roles in “2046” a follow-up to a story about an affair between a married woman and a man played by Leung. Chow paid tribute to Bruce Lee, who was named Chinese Film’s Bright Star of the Century. Actors might bring film festival to L.A. LOS ANGELES —Will Smith and Jon Voight are helping bring an Italian film festival for children to Los Angeles. The pair announced the Giffoni Hollywood Film Festival on Friday. It is scheduled to run April 28 through May 1 and will feature more than 20 films geared toward children, the pair said Friday. “We’re lending our support because of its focus on young people,” Smith said in a statement. “It will provide a forum for young film enthusiasts and open the doors to Hollywood for a new generation.” The festival’s judges and jury will also be youngsters between the ages of 9 and 17 from the United States and 15 other countries. Judge places limits on rapper’s lawyer GRETNA, La. — The lawyer for rapper C-Murder, who angered authorities by recording parts of his upcoming music video and compact disc behind bars, has agreed to take only a pencil into jailhouse meetings. The rapper, whose real name is Corey Miller, has been inside the Jefferson Parish jail ror more than three years on a second-degree murder charge in the killing of a 16-year-old inside a nightclub. During that time, a music video for his new album’s single showed Miller in an orange prison outfit in jail complaining that he and other poor blacks must endure racial profiling. Ron Rakosky, Miller’s attorney, was barred from bringing anything but a pencil and pad into jail. Rakosky objected, saying Sheriff Harry Lee was “illegally intruding on the right of counsel” by barring documents related to Miller’s criminal defense. Under a March 16 agreement, Rakosky can bring legal documents into the jail, but he can only use a pencil. POLICE REPORT Reports taken from the USC Police Department. Each number on the map stands for a crime corresponding with numbered descriptions in the list below. DAY CRIMES (6 a.m.-6 p.m.) □ Violent O Nonviolent NIGHT CRIMES (6 p.m.-6 a.m.) ■ Violent • Nonviolent CRIMES AT UNKNOWN HOURS 3 Violent O Nonviolent MARCH 15 ^Assistance Rendered Maxcy College, 1332 Pendleton St. The complainant said the victim could not sit upright without assistance. The victim vomited on the floor and had slurred speech. EMS on scene determined the victim to be intoxicated. The victim was transported to Richland ER. Reporting officers: J. Widdifield and R. Millhouse. MARCH 16 ©Assistance Rendered NAC, 1620 Pendleton St. The victim was complaining of chest pains and shortness of breath. EMS was notified and the victim was transported to Richland ER. Reporting officer: C. Knoche. MARCH 19 ©Malicious Injury to Personal Property Preston College, 1305 Greene St. Someone damaged two metal “No Parking in Fire Lane” signs. The signs’ Plexiglas covers were also shattered. Reporting officers: J. Widdifield and D. Davis. MARCH 21 ©Larceny of License Plate 200 South Bull St., Lot S The complainant said someone carried away the victim’s license plate. The complainant is the victim s son, and in possession of the vehicle. Reporting officer: M.P. Weiss. MARCH 24 ©Malicious Injury to Real Property (Graffiti) COMING UP@USC TODAY Brian Carr McQueen Senior Vocal Recital: 4:30 p.m. School of Music 006. Stephen K. Wilson Master’s Trombone Concerto Recital: 6 p.m. School of Music 206. TUESDAY John Kenneth Adams “A Piano Portrait — Maurice Ravel”: 7:30 p.m. School of Music 206. Lucy Manning Doctoral Lecture Recital: 4:30 p.m. School of Music 206. Outstanding Women of the Year at USC Celebration: 4.30 p.m. Russell House Ballroom. WEDNESDAY Andrew Stewart Allen Composition Recital: 6 p.m. School of Music 206. The Opportunity Scholars Program presents the Jammin' Jamaican OSPy Awards: ii:50 a.m.-l:30 p.m. Bradley Arts and Sciences Building Multipurpose Room. USC BRIEFS Shindle to speak at Women’s Day The USC Sorority Council will play host to former Miss America Kate Shindle, who will appear at Greek Women’s Day tonight at 7 p.m. at the BA Belk Auditorium. Shindle will give students her perspective on the empowerment of the Miss America pageant. The event is open to all USC student’s, faculty and staff. McKissick to sell original artwork Original art by more than 56 artists from South Carolina will be sold at McKissick Museum’s 11th annual gala Friday. Aptly named “A Fool for Art,” the gala will feature music, magic, and festive foods and cocktails. Magicians will rove through the crowd, and Little Cat Z will perform during the gala, which runs 7:30-10 p.m. Foolishly festive attire is encouraged. The art will be on display today through Sunday to allow guests a sneak peak. Tickets are $45 per person or $80 per couple. A portion of the sale’s proceeds will benefit McKissick programs and exhibits. Write for us. gamecockeditor@gwm.sc.edu mL Rutledge, 902 Sumter St. The victim told reporting officer D. Davis that someone spray painted the door of room 204 and the window left of the door. OSimple Assault Patterson Dining Hall, 1520 Devine St. The victim told reporting officer D. Davis that Alton Hughey verbally and physically assaulted her by pushing her in the chest area and also told her he would harm her later. The victim also said Hughey threatened her friend. The officer tried to get information from the friend, who was very uncooperative and would not give any information about Hughey. The officer offered to the victim a victim impact statement in which she did cooperate by her own will. The victim wishes to sign a warrant for Hughey’s arrest. DAY Monday, March 28, 2005 ONE FISH, TWO FISH “It’s going to be great when you walk in and see daylight all the way at the back.” THOMAS McNALLY THOMAS COOPER LIBRARY DIRECTOR ON RENOVATIONS OF THE MAIN LEVEL NICK ESARES/THE GAMECOCK Fish swim in a new West Quad aquarium created by three (JSC honors college students. I Cultural Fact; Who was Alexander the Great’s Wife? I Brought to you >y 2BBBHIII Student Activity Fee