Daily Archives: Feb 27, 2006

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‘Night’ Lights Up Russia

'Night Watch,' directed by Timur Bekmambetov, opened in American theaters this past week and made its splash down at University Center Theater. The movie is one of the highest grossing movies of all time made in Russia, beating 'Spiderman 2' and 'Lord of

The Real Stars of ‘American Idol’ and ‘Dancing With the Stars’

Judges have it hard. No matter how they score any competition, they are bound to piss off many performers and fans every time they decide on a score. Often, they are accused of favoritism (Car and Driver magazine when evaluating BMWs), bribery (the infamo

Gianni Schicchi A comedy of Fellini-esque proportions

In Florence, Italy, Buoso Donati, a wealthy and successful film director, celebrates his birthday with what appears to be a loving family. Yet before the first slice of cake can be cut, Donati inadvertently claims it for himself by dying, his head's fall

The Never-Ending Task of Preparing for Songfest 2006

Songfest 2006. To a large portion of UC Irvine students and faculty, this is the opportunity to see some of their favorite Broadway musicals performed by their peers. But for the eight members of the Songfest Executive Board and the 18 to 20 directors of

Get Korean Cuisine at Koba

If you thought that Korean food was a little too risqu

Go Abroad With Travel Study This Summer

Ever think about studying abroad in England, Scotland, France or Italy for the summer? Well, UC Irvine's Travel Study program can help you arrange a trip that will truly change your life forever.

Hip-Hop With and Without the Hyphen

As Busta Rhymes' and Jermaine Dupri's steady hip-hop beats pulsed in the background, hip-hop hybrid ensembles strutted across the arena while flashes of iconic black artists filled the throbbing lecture hall.

Lady Anteaters, Stop Selling Yourselves Short Or You’ll Regret I

Ladies of UC Irvine, you are accomplished, intelligent and informed. You've all earned your place at this fine institution through hard work and persistence. You're capable of anything you put your minds to. But I have a bone to pick with some of you.

The Problem With Living

'The problem with living through war is the false sense that after combat you are untouchable,' writes Anthony Swofford in 'Jarhead,' his memoir of life as a U.S. Marine in the first Gulf War.

U.N. Coordinator Fights for What’s Right

The United States allocates less than 1 percent of its budget for foreign aid. U.S. Millennium Campaign Coordinator Carol Welch discussed the United Nation's efforts to eradicate poverty and the participation required by the United States last week at UC

Phoenix Grille Applies for Permit to Serve Alcohol to Thirsty

The beloved Anthill Pub has been included in the plans for the renovated Student Center, set to re-open in fall 2007. Whether students knew about it or not, these plans have always been public information.

USA Today Recognizes Irvine Student

Among the Winter Olympics bustle, on Wednesday, Feb. 16, UC Irvine had its own champion to cheer for as fourth-year biological sciences major Vivek Mehta was announced as one of 20 students in the nation chosen to be on USA Today's 2006 All-USA College Ac

Gates Don’t Lead to Security

The migration by Americans into gated communities is a growing trend that does more harm than good, and does not provide the safety, security and sense of community that residents seek, according to Setha Low, professor of environmental psychology and ant

Assault Affects Celebrities Too

Most sexual assaults are 'attacks on the soul' and coercive rather than actual physical attacks, according to Rose McGowan, actress of the television show 'Charmed.' Having experienced sexual assault herself, she led a discussion on sexual assault facts a

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