In understanding the direction of the Roman Catholic Church after Pope John Paul II, Mexico serves as an elucidating example of both the changing face of the church and the particular challenges it will encounter in the 21st century. Read more...

AFSCME, the union that represents most UCLA staff, plans to strike unless the university agrees to renegotiate its contract. Do you think the strike is a good idea? Read more...

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The United States has one of the highest rates of male circumcision in the world, and is the only country that practices infant circumcision for non-religious purposes even though the medical benefits are considered controversial. Read more...

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Death, especially at the beginning of the quarter, might seem a morbid topic to comment on. But with the recent death of Terri Schiavo ““ and all the controversy over whether to remove the feeding tubes keeping her alive since her collapse in her mid-20s ““ the subject of untimely death seems intent on creeping into many of my everyday conversations. Read more...

It’s finals week, and while you may be stressing out or just getting some pre-spring break partying in before your finals actually begin, don’t forget to eat. Read more...