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Pepperdine pelted with volleyballs

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By Jami LambertStaff Writer With a few possible exceptions, there isn’t much I value more than getting my sleep. I absolutely love that state of groggy half consciousness as the peaceful night sounds lull me into total relaxation — the sounds of the birds lazily chirping, the ocean waves rhythmically slapping against the shore. And then suddenly, a large flying object crashes … [Read more...] about Pepperdine pelted with volleyballs

Students adjusting to freezing Malibu

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By Peter CelauroStaff Writer As October draws to a close, the always-fashionable students of Pepperdine are beginning their yearly ritual. Students campus-wide are retiring their sundresses and t-shirts. They’re no longer spending their Saturdays at the beach. And, saddest of all, they’re reluctantly pulling on their sweaters and coats. After all, “it’s only like 65 degrees … [Read more...] about Students adjusting to freezing Malibu

Iraq shows the world how to vote

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By James RiswickOpinions Editor A great push was made for democracy and freedom-loving people everywhere last Tuesday as the population of Iraq cast their votes in that country’s presidential election. An astounding 97.3 percent of the 11.4 million voting-eligible Iraqis flocked to the polls from every corner of the controversial Middle Eastern nation. Yet what is more amazing … [Read more...] about Iraq shows the world how to vote

Road rage runs over the globe

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By Karma Christine Salvato Aggressive driving is one thing. Road rage is another. Although there is no national definition for road rage, officials at the Iowa Department of Transportation said that it is “commonly defined as a societal condition where motorists lose their temper in reaction to a traffic disturbance.” The violent criminal behavior associated with road rage is … [Read more...] about Road rage runs over the globe