Hood WhitsonOnline Editor Photos Courtesy Taylor HarrisA view from the first side hike at mile 53. The trail approaches granaries built by theAnazazi Indians in 1100 A.D. at Nankoweep “We set across the desert from Flagstaff and soon found ourselves in dnse fog. It was as if we were on another planet, otherworldly. I quickly fall asleep in this soft, cool world. Then I … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Escape
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Tobacco is tobacco even if it is hookah
Rhonda Harris-ScottHealth Columnist The hookah bar has been touted as one of the best places to socialize in 2005. These bars are usually very trendy, coffeehouse-like, dimly lit, music filled, plush lounges that allow people a place to smoke flavored tobacco and socialize. The activity Americans have made into a popular social trend, stems from traditions in the Middle East. … [Read more...] about Tobacco is tobacco even if it is hookah
Lyon students stay longer
Wendy TranOverseas Columnist Ever feel as if life goes on without you? In the beginning of the year, I felt as if my world back in the United States was on pause for me while I lived this dream of being in France. Everything would be just the way I left it after this year, nothing would have changed. But I have realized how disillusioned I was, and now I sit pondering how I … [Read more...] about Lyon students stay longer
Film blends Austen and India
James RiswickAssistant A&E Editor Every Sunday morning, it’s easy to find Bollywood movies playing on Los Angeles television. These Indian-made films are easily spotted by their lavish dance sequences and spunky music interspersed among scenes of drama. When I was a kid growing up in multi-cultural Toronto, I frequently found myself watching such films much to the confusion … [Read more...] about Film blends Austen and India
Pop-culture knowledge can save your life
Gabe DurhamStaff Writer In my head, a list is forming called “books to read this summer when I have time.” Since it’s still in my head, it’s really ambitious. “Crime and Punishment” is on there. “100 Years of Solitude” made it, and even the daunting, 1,000-plus-page “Atlas Shrugged” is slated for a two-week chunk. But when we’re being honest with ourselves, I’ll drop any of the … [Read more...] about Pop-culture knowledge can save your life