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Twisted, hapless tales better left in campfire

Thursday, October 8, 1998 Twisted, hapless tales better left in campfire BOOK: Crude attempt at depicting unlucky people leaves us with ‘Raw Deal’ By Trinh Bui Daily Bruin Senior Staff A simple business proposition made in fear of being eaten by his own people led pygmy warrior Ota Benga to America. Read more...


Attorney to join new ‘Law and Order’ season

Thursday, October 8, 1998 Attorney to join new ‘Law and Order’ season TELEVISION: Harmon to replace Carey Lowell in series’ evolving ensemble By Frazier Moore The Associated Press NEW YORK — Say hello to the latest "L & O" newbie. Read more...


To the beat of a different rap

Thursday, October 8, 1998 To the beat of a different rap MUSIC: Rapper Ras Kass hopes to gain popularity and respect using his own distinctive lyrical style By Tenoch Flores Daily Bruin Contributor There was a time in the not-so-distant past when John Austin, a.k.a. Read more...


Choreographer Morris brings troupe to UCLA

Thursday, October 8, 1998 Choreographer Morris brings troupe to UCLA DANCE: Renowned group to perform mix of ethnic, traditional styles at Royce By Amanda Miller Daily Bruin Contributor Spunky and unconventional, choreographer Mark Morris is often credited with reviving the public’s waning interest in dance. Read more...


‘Ronin’ star proves skills on international level

Thursday, October 8, 1998 ‘Ronin’ star proves skills on international level FILM: France’s Jean Reno portrays gritty characters at home, in United States By Ric Leyva The Associated Press NEW YORK – International film star Jean Reno was international long before he ever became a film star. Read more...


Rocco allows diners to revel, relish, relax

Thursday, October 8, 1998 Rocco allows diners to revel, relish, relax ROCCO: Intimate getaway soothes with eclectic jazz, tasty food By Jessica Holt Daily Bruin Contributor Do not be intimidated by the expensive prices listed on the menu at the portal of Rocco, a cool new jazz club and restaurant in Bel-Air. Read more...


Voices from the East

Wednesday, October 7, 1998 Voices from the East ON-CAMPUS: The hauntingly mellifluous sounds of Bulgarian folk music reverberate in Shoenberg Hall By Megan Dickerson Daily Bruin Senior Staff Except for the limited English of leader Georgi Doichev, the six members of the folk music troupe Bulgari linger behind a restrictive language barrier. Read more...