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What happened on May 22, 2005
MAGAZINE
The paradox of the hedge Greg Goldin, Greg Goldin is the architecture critic at Los Angeles magazine and a contributing writer to L.A. Weekly.
The poet of pots Ann Herold
Not in My Backyard Dan Neil
A Doctor's Ethics Breach?
Garden to go Susan Heeger
Designed for living Robert Lloyd, Robert Lloyd is a Times television critic and a native Angeleno.
Life in the Green Room Christina Dalton
Architectural jewelers Ann Herold
Another Look at the 'Real' OC Picture
Thanks for the Plain-Speak
Iron man Ann Herold
The stone whisperer Ann Herold
High drama Susan Freudenheim
The laid-back zone Barbara Thornburg
Above it all Susan Freudenheim
Playing with elegance Susan Freudenheim
TRAVEL
An American toddler in Paris Hilary MacGregor, Times Staff Writer
500 years? Seems like yesterday in the Andes Ben Brazil, Special to The Times
So you want to be a travel writer? Susan Spano, Times Staff Writer
Readers recommend
The skies won't be so friendly to your wallet this summer Jane Engle, Times Staff Writer
When Britannia ruled the waves Jane Engle, Times Staff Writer
Let the Web plan your trip Times staff
Deal of the week
Play hard to get in a timeshare deal
Don't let the bedbugs bite? That's easier said than done lately Kathleen Doheny, Special to The Times
As warnings ease, Israel regains allure Arthur Frommer, Special to The Times
Sound the alarm on hotel clocks
Havana, home to old chrome
Custom-made clothes can be hit or miss
Just outside the Yosemite border, serenity prevails Jane Engle, Times Staff Writer
Finding the folk art of Bali Maggie Barnett, Times Staff Writer
Are you ready to rock?! Robert Hilburn, Times Staff Writer
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
New Light on a Distant Verdict Scott Glover and Matt Lait, Times Staff Writers
Suit Targets Curbs on Turban Wearing in Jail Ann M. Simmons, Times Staff Writer
George Dantzig, 90; Created Linear Programming From Times Staff and Wire Reports
9 Accused in Alleged Giant Ponzi Scheme Jean O. Pasco, Times Staff Writer
Sheriff's New Tactic on Shooting: Contrition Sandy Banks and Richard Winton Times Staff Writers, Times Staff Writers
New Light on a Distant Verdict By Scott Glover and Matt Lait, Times Staff Writers
Tijuana Awash in Wave of Violent Crime Richard Marosi, Times Staff Writer
Paul Ricoeur, 92; French Theorist Studied Types of Interpretation From Associated Press
Her Critics Wonder: Did the Coast Lose a Friend? Sara Lin, Times Staff Writer
Villaraigosa Assembling His Network Noam N. Levey and Jessica Garrison, Times Staff Writers
Surfer Pulled From Ocean Near Pier Is ID'd From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Motorcyclist Killed in Collision with Minivan From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Complex Issues Pull Us Together Steve Lopez, Reach the polemicist at steve.lopez@latimes.com and read previous diatribes at latimes.com/lopez
Man Gets 38 Years to Life for Molesting 4 Girls From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Albert Marshall, 108; Served in British Cavalry During World War I From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Vets Put a Positive Spin on Healing David Pierson, Times Staff Writer
Alastair Forbes, 87; British Writer, Uncle of Sen. John F. Kerry From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Milton A. Wolf, 80; U.S. Ambassador Was Host at 1979 Arms Talks From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Infections at Hospitals Are Up Sharply Charles Ornstein, Times Staff Writer
Sneak Preview of Summer Is a Sizzler Rebecca Trounson, Times Staff Writer
DDT May Outlast Eagles Marla Cone, Times Staff Writer
Powerful L.A. Couple Fell From Prominence Cecilia Rasmussen, Times Staff Writer
Other Deaths
Dottie Mulkey: A Profile in Courage and Humility Dana Parsons, Dana Parsons' column appears Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. He can be reached at (714) 966-7821 or at dana.parsons@latimes.com. An archive of his recent columns is at www.latimes.com/parsons.
Army Sgt. 1st Class Allen Johnson, 31, Los Molinos; Killed in Afghanistan Tonya Alanez, Times Staff Writer
ENTERTAINMENT
More machine than man: The making of Darth Vader
A colorful bastion of L.A.'s lore Gina Piccalo, Times Staff Writer
At the corner of Have and Have-not Gina Piccalo, Times Staff Writer
Curse of the blockbuster? Mike Boehm, Times Staff Writer
Williams can shine like a Pearl Robert Hilburn; Steve Hochman; Steve Appleford; Soren Baker
Panning our pizza
Don't blame us
Colors of 'Grey'
One-woman brand
More golden titles from Fox Susan King
Grass-roots dreams on a Riviera shore Mary McNamara, Times Staff Writer
Just making the movie that he wanted to make Mark Olsen, Special to The Times
Bleak Slice of Underclass Reality Wins at Cannes Kenneth Turan, Times Staff Writer
Facing the facts of life in a somewhat altered state Christine N. Ziemba
He'll do anything to amuse Lisa Rosen, Special to The Times
The ABCs of 3-D
He's on his own A-list Lynn Smith, Times Staff Writer
Superman superseded Mark Olsen
If her voice seems worldly wise, well, she's learned from the best Don Heckman, Special to The Times
Flights of fantasy
Fashionable futures Booth Moore
Music to take off and land by Chris Pasles
Not losing sight of opportunity Don Shirley
A setting that shines Booth Moore
Upward mobility online Steve Hochman, Special to The Times
She's staying a few steps ahead of the dancers Susan King
Restoring trust in 'all the news that's fit to print' DAVID SHAW
System's creative overload Richard Cromelin, Times Staff Writer
'Spit in the Mitt' Sue Firth Welfringer, Special to The Times
'Einstein' brings new relativity Scott Timberg
An act of self-preservation Michael Z. Wise, Special to The Times
Critical condition Scott Timberg, Times Staff Writer
Love as a Schell game Donna Perlmutter, Special to The Times
A former ghost takes to the light Susan Salter Reynolds, Times Staff Writer
Ugly truths that must be told Anne-Marie O'Connor, Times Staff Writer
Film history facts
Laughing matters Patrick Pacheco, Special to The Times
REAL ESTATE
Several factors to consider before buying a conversion Michelle Hofmann, Special to The Times
Changes afoot in the land of Ozz Ruth Ryon, Times Staff Writer
Average mortgage rates and indexes
Vegas homes join defect suit From Times wire reports
Furniture fit for vacation homes From Times wire reports
Buyer has another option: Back out
Flooding leaves renters in the deep H. May Spitz, Special to The Times
Board president may rue attorney meeting Stephen Glassman and Donie Vanitzian, Special to The Times
Condo crazy, again Michelle Hofmann, Special to The Times
Where the high-powered have relaxed, remodeled Ruth Ryon, Times Staff Writer
Valley Girl reputation, community activist at heart Dinah Eng, Special to The Times
BOOKS
In the mouth of the Ganges Richard Eder, Richard Eder, former book critic for The Times, was awarded a Pulitzer Prize for criticism in 1987.
Revelations from Feynman's pen George Johnson, George Johnson's seventh book, "Miss Leavitt's Stars: The Untold Story of the Woman Who Discovered How to Measure the Universe," will be published in June.
The butterfly effect Seth Faison, Seth Faison, a former China correspondent for the New York Times, is the author of "South of the Clouds: Exploring the Hidden Realms of China."
Journey to an unknown frontier Jonathan Kirsch, Jonathan Kirsch is a contributing writer to Book Review. He is at work on a book about the origins of the biblical book of Revelation and its role in American history and politics.
Bestsellers
Bestsellers
Up close and presidential Ronald Brownstein, Ronald Brownstein, The Times' national political correspondent in Washington, D.C., is the author of "The Power and the Glitter: The Hollywood-Washington Connection."
Tabloid hell Merle Rubin, Merle Rubin is a contributing writer to Book Review.
Discoveries Susan Salter Reynolds
Scornful wives, sensitive guys Laurel Maury, Laurel Maury is an occasional contributor to Book Review and an editorial assistant for the New Yorker.
In the beginning Michael Standaert, Michael Standaert is the author of a forthcoming book on the "Left Behind" series, "Skipping Toward Armageddon: The Politics and Propaganda of the 'Left Behind' Novels and the LaHaye Empire."
Oh, so human Laurel Maury
Living lives of glamour in the midst of chaos Heller McAlpin, Heller McAlpin is a regular contributor to Book Review and other publications.
SPORTS
Loyola's Boys Run Extra Hard to Honor Coach Eric Sondheimer
Vagenas Is the Headliner in Galaxy's Win Paul Gutierrez, Times Staff Writer
Ducks Continue Pursuit of GM Chris Foster
Pepperdine Falls Into Tie for Lead Eric Stephens
O'Neal Practices With Heat From Associated Press
Grand Rapids Goes on a Rampage and Stops Avengers Chris Foster, Times Staff Writer
Perry Takes a Seven-Stroke Lead at Colonial From Staff and Wire Reports
Martin Has Star Power Left in Tank From Times Wire Reports
Sparks Keep Storm on Outside Mike Terry, Times Staff Writer
His Space Is for Lease Helene Elliott, Times Staff Writer
White Sox Find Relief in Time From Times Wire Reports
Twellman Helps Revolution to a Tie From Associated Press
Guerrero Is Placed on DL Mike DiGiovanna and Steve Springer, Times Staff Writers
Low Is a Go in Santa Barbara Peter Yoon, Times Staff Writer
He Meets His Match in Mets From Associated Press
Fans Frustrated in Philadelphia From Associated Press
What's Next for Seattle? From Associated Press
Spurs Ready for Conference Finals From Associated Press
Western Conference Finals
Eastern Conference Finals Jerry Crowe
Balanced Sacramento Holds Off Phoenix From Associated Press
Angels' Morales Hits Homer in First At-Bat Ben Bolch, Times Staff Writer
Vieira's Penalty Kick Gives Arsenal FA Cup From Associated Press
Shaq Still Plays the Heavy in Playoff Drama Mark Heisler
Zuniga Will Replace Guzan Paul Gutierrez, Times Staff Writer
Dodgers Putting the 'L' in L.A. Mike DiGiovanna, Times Staff Writer
Bonds' Final Act Looms Jim Litke, Associated Press
Giacomo May Get Another Shot at Afleet Alex Bill Christine and Grahame L. Jones, Times Staff Writers
Shaq Stands in Pistons' Path Once Again From Associated Press
Arcadia Forfeits Win Over Villa Park Dan Arritt
As the Dodgers Mail It In, He Anticipates an Apology T.J. Simers
Hole at Third Is Becoming a Bottomless Pit for Offense Tim Brown
The Dominator From Associated Press
Brack Quickly Gets Dialed In Shav Glick, Times Staff Writer
It's Not Easy Being a Fan or Player These Days Tim Dahlberg, Associated Press
This Could Have Been a Very Ugly Situation BILL CHRISTINE
Andrews Is in the Minority on College Baseball Fields Bill Plaschke
Bruin Girls Cruise to Title Dan Arritt, Times Staff Writer
She Uses Teen Shoes for Ickey's Moves Gary Klein, Times Staff Writer
At 18, Nadal Knows Lots of Dirty Tricks Lisa Dillman, Times Staff Writer
Storm Wolf Caps Big Day for Headley, Solis Bob Mieszerski, Times Staff Writer
Angara Will Try to Keep Streak Alive at Belmont BOB MIESZERSKI
Speed Still the Name of the Game for Some Steve Wilstein, Associated Press
Afleet Alex Gets Up and Goes Grahame L. Jones, Times Staff Writer
NEWS
The Jockey Club Says Nay, but Horse Cloning Could Take Off Paul Elias, Associated Press Writer
Dean Told to Apologize for Releasing Letter Susan Gallagher, Associated Press Writer
Mystery Drugs Turn Man Into Chatterbox After 10-Year Stupor Malcolm Ritter, Associated Press Writer
Rallying Troops to Fight Fires Melanthia Mitchell, Associated Press Writer
Morocco Truth Panel May Not Bring Justice Scheherezade Faramarzi, Associated Press Writer
Lovelorn Egyptians Rendezvous on the Nile Hamza Hendawi, Associated Press Writer
'Sunshine Vitamin' D Gaining New Respect Marilynn Marchione, Associated Press Writer
Oaxaca Plaza's Trees Inspire Devotion, Defense Mark Stevenson, Associated Press Writer
Small Town Awaits Awakening of Mt. Rainier Rebecca Cook, Associated Press Writer
Suicide of Molester Casts Shadow Over Bitter Debate Allen G. Breed, Associated Press Writer
BUSINESS
Stocks, Bonds Are at Odds Over Outlook Tom Petruno, Times Staff Writer
TOP STORIES -- May 15-20 From Times Staff
It's a Compliment to Be Off Advertisers' Radar
U.S. Helps Business, Not People
New Hollywood Business Model May Limit Piracy
Patches Are a Means to Give Microsoft Money
U.S. Has Everything to Gain From CAFTA James Flanigan
A Maverick Voice on Phone Rules James S. Granelli, Times Staff Writer
Ameriquest's Ties to Watchdog Group Are Tested Mike Hudson, Special to The Times
Crush-Proof Roof Would Add Cost, Weight
WORLD
China Takes Measures to Prevent Bird Flu From Associated Press
Hezbollah, Israeli Troops Clash in Disputed Region From Associated Press
Cuban Dissidents Elect Panel as Meeting in Havana Ends From Reuters
Police Break Up Rally Urging Free Elections From Times Wire Reports
Male-Female Race Run in Pakistan From Reuters
Afghan Leader to Seek Control Over Detainees Paul Watson and Halima Kazem, Special to The Times
Iraq's Sunni Arabs Seek to Unite to Build Political Clout Carol J. Williams, Times Staff Writer
Stakes High for Iran Talks Alissa J. Rubin and Sebastian Rotella, Times Staff Writers
Military Is Blamed for Deaths in Chile Storm From Reuters
Six Slain in Kashmir Amid General Strike From Times Wire Reports
U.S. Bars Entry of Sinn Fein Lobbyist From Times Wire Reports
Tabloid Runs More Hussein Photos From Associated Press
In Baghdad, University Students and Professors Feel the Heat Louise Roug and Zainab Hussein, Times Staff Writers
Chess Champion Moves to Check Putin's Power Kim Murphy, Times Staff Writer
Dozens Have Alleged Koran's Mishandling Richard A. Serrano and John Daniszewski, Times Staff Writers
Laura Bush Emphasizes Women's Rights at Convention in Jordan From Times Wire Services
3 Ferry Accidents in a Week Leave 146 Dead in Bangladesh From Associated Press
Top Suspect in Attacks on Tourists Kills Himself From Associated Press
U.S. Soldier Is Killed in Afghan Bombing From Reuters
30 People Killed as Bus Crashes Into River From Times Wire Reports
NATIONAL
Bush Keeps Role in Senate Fray Out of Sight, Not Out of Mind Edwin Chen and Warren Vieth, Times Staff Writers
Letter Did Not Contain Anthrax, Tests Find From Times Wire Reports
7 Children, 2 Adults Killed in House Fire From Times Wire Reports
4 Aboard Cessna Die After Crash Into Beach From Times Wire Reports
Not All Follow Bush Gospel at Christian School Peter Wallsten, Times Staff Writer
Sale Finalized for Land Next to Colorado River From Times Wire Reports
Two Border Towns That Are Feeling Each Other's Pain Scott Gold, Times Staff Writer
Supporting the Troops by Auctioning Them Off Valerie Reitman, Times Staff Writer
Officers Plot Exit Strategy Mark Mazzetti, Times Staff Writer
OPINION
Three Jokes
A Bible Gamer Amid the Blastphemers Joel Stein
We Don't Want to Bury You Tao Wenzhao, Tao Wenzhao is a senior research fellow in the Institute of American Studies at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences in Beijing.
A Civic Meltdown
No Unanimous Verdict on Judicial Nominee
Nuclear-Free Zone Judy Dugan
Finally, Someone Stands Up to Senate Hypocrites
Big Ideas and Snitty Blogblather
Bioethicists Fiddle as Patients Die MICHAEL KINSLEY
Sainthood's Fast Track
Tell Us a Ripping Story, Mayor Kevin Starr, Kevin Starr, state librarian emeritus, is professor of history at USC. His latest book is "Coast of Dreams: California on the Edge, 1990-2003."
It's a Juggernaut ... Not! Lyric Hughes Hale, Lyric Hughes Hale is CEO and publisher of China Online, a Chicago-based provider of business and economic news and analysis. She is working on a book about the monetary history of China and wrote this article last week during a trip there.
In Beijing, All Roads Lead to Gridlock Sam Crane, Sam Crane teaches Chinese politics and philosophy at Williams College and is the author of "Aidan's Way."
Untidy Bowl Joel Pett, Joel Pett is the Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist of the Lexington Herald-Leader. His work also appears in USA Today.
Assessing Villaraigosa's Victory in Mayoral Race
Crusading iPoders for Christ Diane Winston, Diane Winston is the Knight chair in media and religion at the Annenberg School for Communication at USC and the author of "Red Hot and Righteous: The Urban Religion of the Salvation Army."
No Old-Age Security in the Private Sector Either Joseph E. Stiglitz, Joseph Stiglitz, a professor at Columbia University, won the Nobel Prize in economics in 2001.
A Beacon for Arab Women
With a Bit of Horse-Trading, D.C. Can Finally Win Democracy Walter Smith, Walter Smith is executive director of the DC Appleseed Center for Law and Justice in Washington, D.C.
Partners in an Immigration Quandary
The Fugitive Murderer Who Turned Into Me Michael Finkel, Michael Finkel is the author of "True Story: Murder, Memoir, Mea Culpa," published this month by HarperCollins.
Don't Buy the 'Peace and Love' Party Line Shintaro Ishihara, Shintaro Ishihara is the governor of Tokyo, a novelist and coauthor of books about Japan and Asia. A longer version of this article appeared last month in New Perspectives Quarterly.
Inappropriate Article on Iraqi Brothers
A Teen's Cultural Revolution Xiaoye Wu, Xiaoye Wu was born in Chengdu, China, and moved to Los Angeles with his family in 2003. He is a senior at Cleveland High School in Reseda and has been accepted to UC Berkeley in the fall. He prefers to be called "Tiger."
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