1838, “The Times of India,” the most popular English daily newspaper, was founded. The paper was first printed while the British controlled India and was originally called “The Bombay Times and Journal of Commerce.” A lower-middle-class Brit, Robert Knight, pioneered the publication and set his paper apart from the pack. In 1857, Indians revolted against the British, and most … [Read more...] about This Day in History: Nov. 3
Spotlight: Professor infuses art and language passions in classes
At first glance, art professor Kristen Chiem’s occupation and the fact that she was born and bred in Southern California seem to make her background obvious; since Los Angeles is a center for art, it’s logical that her career pathway stemmed directly from where she grew up. It comes as an unexpected yet enthralling surprise to hear completely otherwise. Though she was raised … [Read more...] about Spotlight: Professor infuses art and language passions in classes
Wait will be worth it for new Fiona Apple
Forget Carmen San Diego. Where in the world is Fiona Apple? It’s been six years since the release of “Extraordinary Machine,” an album Rolling Stone counted among the top 50 albums of the entire decade. Since then, the soulful singer has blended into the crowd better than a hipster at a Death Cab for Cutie concert. Even when Billboard announced a new album would drop in spring … [Read more...] about Wait will be worth it for new Fiona Apple
Rogue Wave: Commit to a name, stop indecision
Anybody noticed the HAWC cafeteria thingy is called the “TBNL Cafe (To-Be-Named-Later)?” What’s up with that? I don’t know about you, but to me, when you build yourself an eatery, naming it would seemingly be among the first things on your to-do list. Let’s face it, people aren’t leaving hospitals with babies named TBD or N/A. In fact, they’re not allowed to — it’s literally … [Read more...] about Rogue Wave: Commit to a name, stop indecision
The Bucket List: Break out of the fog
One recent morning, I mustered the consciousness to pull myself out of bed and go to Heroes Garden to wait for the sunrise. Early-rising friends had recommended this as a beautiful way to start a day, but I was skeptical of anything requiring alertness before dawn. As it turned out, the sun never showed up; instead, a chance encounter sparked a moment of inspiration. The … [Read more...] about The Bucket List: Break out of the fog