In the wake of major investigations and property seizures by the French and Spanish governments, the U.S. Department of Justice recently announced an official investigation and freezing of the properties owned by the playboy heir and son of the Equatorial Guinean dictator, Malibu resident Teodorin Obiang. The Department of Justice began to take action this month, targeting the … [Read more...] about Obiang's mansion to be seized by Feds
Students make a 'leap,' link to learn language
The International Programs office reopened its doors this semester to the Learning Exchange at Pepperdine (LEAP) program, a weekly dialogue exchange between Pepperdine’s Spanish-speaking staff and Spanish-studying students. Assistant Director of Academics at International Programs Nichole Skelton, who founded LEAP back in 2009, will head the program for a third year — enlisting … [Read more...] about Students make a 'leap,' link to learn language
Music review: 'Mylo Xyloto'
The definition of “Mylo Xyloto,” the world may never know, but what is known is that the album is about graffiti and the kids who make it. Messages of angst, ennui and loneliness abound. Mixed with singer Chris Martin’s characteristic vision of a bright future, they create a story of perseverance and hope against a hopeless world. After the success of “Viva La Vida,” and its … [Read more...] about Music review: 'Mylo Xyloto'
Depp indulges in Thompson’s wild character
A booze-soaked trip into vacation destination Puerto Rico turns into a vacation filled with romance, violent beatings and pure ruthlessness for Johnny Depp in his newly released film, “The Rum Diary.” Depp portrays Paul Kemp, the literary incarnation of Hunter S. Thompson in his book “The Rum Diary.” Having acted in such Hollywood folly as “The Tourist,” Depp is financially … [Read more...] about Depp indulges in Thompson’s wild character
Horoscopes: Nov. 3
SCORPIO — Don’t be a quitter. Smoking’s never killed anyone … SAGITTARIUS — Share your problems with Gemini. You can trust him. CAPRICORN — Try racing paper boats in the pool while the water polo team is practicing. AQUARIUS — Take yoga classes for self-defense. PISCES — Write a bucket list you can complete with an order at KFC. ARIES — Start playing hopscotch on the CCB … [Read more...] about Horoscopes: Nov. 3