A series of blistering serves mere seconds into Saturday’s premier collegiate men’s volleyball match sent a clear message: The defending champion Ohio State Buckeyes are not to be underestimated. From the outset, No. 2 UCLA (2-1) struggled for its footing, overmatched by one of the few teams in the nation that has proven it can […]
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Movie Review: ‘Hidden Figures’
“Hidden Figures” may lack CGI explosions and action-packed fight scenes, but make no mistake – it’s a superhero film. The film relies on the conventional biopic formula – hardship and triumph, based on a true story – but manages to refresh the genre with its powerful narrative, complex performances, comprehensive understanding of discrimination and bold […]
Q&A: Student CoryAnne Roberts launches career on ‘America’s Next Top Model’
CoryAnne Roberts landed a spot on VH1’s reinvention of “America’s Next Top Model” by posting pictures of herself on Instagram. While browsing through her Instagram, a casting director noticed Robert’s look and asked the second-year undeclared student if she was interested in auditioning for the new season. Roberts spent four months conversing online – exchanging […]
Midfielder Jose Hernandez signs deal with Real Salt Lake, turns pro
Sophomore midfielder Jose Hernandez has signed a deal with MLS club Real Salt Lake, the team’s general manager Craig Waibel announced Monday morning. Hernandez will forfeit two remaining years of eligibility with his professional contract. The former four-star recruit out of Vista Grande High School had trained at Real Salt Lake’s Arizona-based academy and was […]
City rejects WWNC’s decision to extend council member terms
The city of Los Angeles denied the Westwood Neighborhood Council’s request to hold its elections every four years instead of every two in a letter Monday. The Department of Neighborhood Empowerment, which oversees Los Angeles’ neighborhood councils, said the WWNC’s proposed term limits change would limit UCLA students’ ability to run for council seats. “It […]
Trial for alleged murderers of UCLA student postponed
The trial for the two men accused of murdering UCLA student Andrea DelVesco in September 2015 has been pushed until early next year. Eric Marquez, a former UCLA student, and Alberto Medina, a former Fresno State University student, were arrested last year in connection with DelVesco’s death. DelVesco was found dead in her Roebling Avenue […]
Battle of the Editors: Winter sports to watch
A wild fall quarter for sports at UCLA is wrapping up, but with winter and spring sports on the horizon, there’s still a lot to be excited for. Here are the Daily Bruin Sports editors’ picks for athletes and sports to watch for next quarter. Gymnastics – TuAnh Dam, Sports editor Call it nostalgia for this old […]