It came to my attention this week that the DIRECTV boxes owned by Pepperdine and housed in the main lobbies of residence halls and apartment living rooms on campus are plagued by a parent lock for all shows exceeding TV-14. To which I say, “And your problem is?” Sure, I’ve heard people complaining that this isn’t 1600s Salem, Mass.; we shouldn’t be censored from watching … [Read more...] about TV-14 blocks are not enough for us
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Best places to work out in the ‘Bu
In a place as breathtaking as Malibu, it seems that people’s level of motivation to stay healthy and beautiful is slightly higher. With such natural, free facilities at our fingertips it is possible that we all have an unconscious desire to stay fit. For a 27-mile strip of land, Malibu offers a plethora of places to exercise in ways that almost everyone can enjoy. I confess … [Read more...] about Best places to work out in the ‘Bu
Barbells can be a girl’s best friend
Walk into most gyms and you’ll immediately notice a distinct separation of males and females — the guys will be lifting free weights and using machines while the girls will congregate on the ellipticals, treadmills and bicycles. While there is no fault in doing cardiovascular exercise, studies have shown that weight lifting, or resistance training, actually has greater … [Read more...] about Barbells can be a girl’s best friend
Kaishin Malibu offers delectable cuisine
Photo by Corina Mun The newly opened Kaishin, located in the Malibu Colony , now stands as the second exclusively Chinese restaurant in the city of Malibu. Tucked away beside the Wells Fargo, the restaurant fully opens its side windows, providing a welcoming air for passers-by. Its laid-back and classy decor is reflective of the beach town it dwells in. On this … [Read more...] about Kaishin Malibu offers delectable cuisine
‘Riddick’ provides cheap, predictable thrills
Photo Courtesy of LAZYGEEKS.COM “Riddick,” the David Twohy film is the third installment of the movie franchise, beginning with “The Chronicles of Riddick.” Set on a desert-like planet, the film starts out with Riddick attempting to find a means of survival after being betrayed and left for dead by the people he once ruled. The first 5 to 10 minutes go by slowly as … [Read more...] about ‘Riddick’ provides cheap, predictable thrills