Labor Day Weekend is over and we hope you enjoyed the 4-day week. Here you will see the most read articles of the week:
10. As Told by Gingers: The 2 percent
Hello all — and welcome to this new column, “As told by Gingers.” We, the gingers of the Graphic, are here to answer any questions you may have. Beware, though: As redheads, we have no filters and will tell you exactly what we’re thinking, so write in at your own risk. To read more click here.
9. DPS Reports: Weekly updates from the Department of Public Safety
Who doesn’t like to read the DPS Reports? Considered one of the most favorite sections on the print edition, the section is also very popular online. To read more click here.
8. Nam Knows Best: The Sophomore Exodus
Our online perspective editor Taylor Nam signs our new perspective blog: Nam Knows Best. Here is her intro: “Hello, world. I am very pleased to make your acquaintance, and I hope that this new Perspectives column dedicated to my own obsessive rants will benefit your lives in some way. My writing style has been called quirky and, truthfully, I am the oddest person I know. I am a sophomore, a Thai food addict. I live in comfy clothes. My favorite animal is an otter. ” On the first blog, Taylor writes about the Sophomore Exodus. Click here to read more.
7. Beauty in the ‘BU: Fashion on the go
Our Fall 2012 vlogs/blogs are already becoming popular. After the success of our blogger/ vlogger Amber Scholl, Lauren and Chyra are also resonating with our audience. With fashion swiftly rolling in and out of Malibu, the vlog Fashion In The ‘Bu is here to guide Waves in the right direction. Click here to read more.
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6. 3.5 magnitude earthquake hits Beverly Hills
A 3.5 earthquake was reported at 12:03 a.m. Friday. It was felt over a wide area of Southern California, including downtown L.A. and the San Fernando Valley. See more details here or from USGS.
5. Car accident stops traffic on PCH
An accident involving five cars caused traffic to slow significantly westbound on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu. Click here to read more.
4. Apolitical: Evolution is not up for debate (let’s stop pretending it is)
In the world of news, science never trends high in the headlines. There was a flurry of news coverage surrounding the landing of the Mars Curiosity rover on the red planet’s surface (have you seen the video? It’s awesome), but that’s pretty much it. Click here to read more.
3. Staff editorial: AKB not to blame for son’s actions
Recent events surrounding Christopher Benton, the son of President Andrew K. Benton, have received an immediate and intense response from those affiliated with the university. Some have offered words of prayer and condolence, but many have voiced their fear, anger and frustration with the university’s dealings regarding Christopher’s situation. Read our staff editorial by clicking here.
2. Threat Assessment Team on alert
President Andrew K. Benton’s email last Tuesday informed the community of the decision to ban his son Chrisopher, 27, from campus for “a long time” after his son was arrested at the administration building for making threats to his family. The status of this decision now hinges on the university’s Threat Assessment Team. Click here to know more about it.
1. Christopher Benton admits threatening father
This was the most read article on the G.O.D. this week.
Christopher Benton pleaded no contest on Friday to making threats against his father, Andrew K. Benton, and possessing a firearm by a narcotic addict and could face two years in prison when he returns to court on Sept. 21, according to the Los Angeles County district attorney’s office. Click here to read more.