Prior to my trip to Israel, I’ll admit I had stereotypes. I feared for my safety at first, but those fears quickly disappeared as I began to learn about the culture and encountered the friendliness of the locals. Then, before our group drove into Bethlehem, I had more stereotypes. As a Christian, I imagined the “little town of Bethlehem” as a quaint place of Jesus’ birth. … [Read more...] about The West Bank wall and hope in Israel
From pregnancy to divorce… top entertainment news
From pregnancy to divorce, these are today's top entertainment news! Cruise and Holmes ending their marriage: Say goodbye to Tom-Kat! After 5 years of marriage and seven years total, Tom Cruise, 49, and Katie Holmes, 33, have untied the knot and called it quits. It was announced today, June 29th, 2012 that Holmes filed for divorce in New York. This is Tom Cruise’s third … [Read more...] about From pregnancy to divorce… top entertainment news
Director of career services Jody Brightman dies
Jody Brightman, director of career services at the Pepperdine School of Public Policy for the past eight years, passed away peacefully Friday, June 21, according to a Pepperdine University press release. In an announcement by the School of Public Policy, Brightman was remembered for the guidance she gave to both students and alumni. She was a strong tie between the school and … [Read more...] about Director of career services Jody Brightman dies
Nobody's Perfect…Not Even Regina George
You saw it in Mean Girls - being a teenager just isn’t easy… Regardless of whether or not you are being personally victimized by Regina George. When it comes to appearance, it seems that teenagers always find a way to be, well, mean. Whether you're that "weird white girl from Africa" or "almost too gay to function", there is always something that people find wrong with … [Read more...] about Nobody's Perfect…Not Even Regina George
England celebrates 60 years of reign
LONDON, ENGLAND— Imagining an American president in office for a span of 60 years seems unfathomable. However, when it happens in the Great Britain monarchial system, it’s a cause for great celebration. This year marks Queen Elizabeth II’s 60th year on the throne, and the people of England are definitely celebrating. The feat of a Diamond Jubilee hasn’t happened in 115 years, … [Read more...] about England celebrates 60 years of reign