Everyone loves the underdog; it’s an appeal that will probably never die. It’s so much more fun to root for the guy who gets picked on or the football team that hasn’t won a game in 14 seasons because when they finally do manage to win and lift themselves out of their ridiculously dumpy situation, somehow we all feel that much more accomplished ourselves. Read more...

Every so often, among the crowds of UCLA students walking around North Campus, children can be seen gathered in small groups everywhere, complete with yellow school buses parked along the sidewalk. Read more...

The normal progression of theater production usually culminates in a performance magically manifested on stage. However, students who take initiative in their creative efforts have more to worry about than memorizing their lines. Read more...

Under the direction of Sir Peter Hall, Shakespeare’s romantic comedy “As You Like It” has been revived in a magical reimagination. On the play’s opening night, the Ahmanson Theatre was filled with a diverse crowd ranging from celebrities to college students and even teenagers, all eager to see this highly acclaimed production. Read more...

Simple foods are all very well and good, but when you want something special, you have to spring for higher quality ingredients. While grilled cheese sandwiches are nice, some sophisticated additions push them beyond the level of everyday fare. Read more...

Sketching out Oscar predictions can be a sizable task; but that’s never stopped anyone from trying. Just don’t get mad if our blueprints aren’t quite for scale ““ watching your guesses crumble on the big night is all part of the fun. Read more...

From Romeo and Juliet to Leo and Kate on their sinking ship, the story of star-crossed lovers has been told and retold to an immeasurable degree. Read more...