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One is Definitely the Loneliest Number: What AB 1776 Means For You
What Changed: Governor Newsom signed AB 1776, also known as the California COMPETE Act, on September 30, 2026, extending California's Cartwright Act to single-company conduct. Who Is Affected: A single dominant company can now face liability on its own, without any agreement or coordination with another company, from the California Attorney General or a district attorney (but not private litigants).
The Cover Up: Where to Buy Rain Jackets in Vancouver
Rain in Vancouver is less weather event, more supporting character. Luckily, the city has no shortage of places to gear up stylishly. Whether you want serious waterproofing, bright commuter-friendly colour or an outdoorsy classic, these local shops have you covered. Fjällräven 1976 W 4th Ave. and 147 W Broadway, fjallraven.com If you’ve got nature in your DNA, lucky for you: this Swedish brand does, too.
Your guide to 15+ fun-filled festivals happening in Metro Vancouver this August
From outdoor concerts and cultural celebrations to colourful parades and water lanterns, there’s no shortage of summer fun in store this month. The summer has yet to slow down, and as we head into August, Metro Vancouver continues to buzz with overflowing energy for local arts, culture and community. Live music, artisan markets, international cuisines and multicultural festivities–there’s a festival for every kind of fun-seeker this month.
From sneakerhead to streetwear standout: The young designer behind Natsukashii Ink
At just 21 years old, Ocean Baker is already carving out a name for himself in Vancouver’s fashion scene. Founded in 2023, his streetwear brand Natsukashii Ink blends hand-drawn illustration, Japanese tattoo aesthetics and high-end design to create pieces that are as meaningful as they are stylish. His main sources of inspiration come from his everyday life–what people are wearing on the streets, Vancouver’s vibrant street art scene and what he sees online.
What My Intimate Relations Class Taught Me About Dating, Love and Relationships
I had an exam in my Intimate Relations class on Valentine’s Day last year. While it felt like a slap in the face because I wasn’t having an intimate relationship with anybody, this article isn’t a bitter confessional about how there is no use in looking for love anymore and that staying single is more beneficial. Countless videos of people being passive-aggressive to couples and wishing them well for Valentine’s Day flood my feed as soon as the clock strikes midnight on February 1st.
Biden Administration announces $9 million for loan forgiveness
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Port Arthur’s George McCoy maintains heart of an entrepreneur - Port Arthur News
Port Arthur’s George McCoy maintains heart of an entrepreneur Published 12:40 am Thursday, July 6, 2023 George McCoy built a successful career as an international entrepreneur, and now his goal is to provide similar opportunities to students at his alma mater. Baylor University is honored to receive a $1M endowed scholarship to benefit students studying at the Hankamer School of Business.
Episode 07: Nick Gillespie
On today’s episode, I spoke with Nick Gillespie, Editor-at-Large of the libertarian magazine Reason. Over the course of his tenure on the Reason magazine staff, Nick has acquired invaluable insight into journalism and politics, which puts him in a unique position to speculate on the future of both. Please enjoy listening to my conversation with Nick!
Why Nature, Why Now?
Meanwhile, scientists have warned that we risk crossing dangerous earth system “tipping points”, and that the domino effect could make huge areas of our globe uninhabitable for human beings. Together with rising greenhouse gas emissions, further devastation of nature is nothing but double trouble for lives and livelihoods of people everywhere.
El Bienestar Común
While the World Economic Forum’s Nature Risk Rising report warns that more than half of global GDP is “moderately or highly dependent” on nature, human activities and global warming have accelerated, applying mounting pressure specifically to water-related resources. This, in turn, has led to far-ranging and multi-dimensional challenges. Challenges that require systemic mindsets and collaborative approaches.
Cannabis Needs Impact Investors
The problem? In many parts of the US, it’s still illegal. We’re talking, of course, about cannabis. Thirty-eight states and the District of Columbia have legalized the drug for medicinal and/or recreational use. Recent estimates put the size of America’s legal cannabis market at $13.2 billion and on track to hit $40 billion by 2030. This is not the first time that legal or regulatory changes have opened up a new market.
Concert review: Rina Sawayama brings big energy, dynamic performance on Dynasty tour
Rina Sawayama is boldly marking the grand beginning of her lineage. The Japanese-born, London-based artist performed the first night of her tour’s North American leg in Hollywood, imbuing every corner of the room with her energy. Even late at night, Sawayama kept a tight grip on the audience’s attention with her alluring presence and vibrant performance.
Film preview: Spring movie release buzz brings promise of engaging action, comedy
Bright new films are in full bloom this spring. To start off the sunny season, upcoming film releases are stirring up more buzz than the bees. Some viewing options for moviegoers include energetic and vibrant animations, cinematic superhero adventures and a tense Viking drama, giving audiences something for every occasion, rain or shine. Read on for the Daily Bruin’s top picks from this spring’s budding movie lineup.
Raw Hands - The Bookends Review
“Please ask him to come.” There’s silence for a moment as I think. It isn’t true silence. Not here, where the water breaks against rock and wind rolls over the waves. Here, I can pretend away my presence and fold myself into the white air, and here, silence is a kind of heavy sleep, not begging to be filled, not noisily empty. So I do not rush to occupy it. “I just want to see him,” Mama says.
Oscars 2022
Film review: ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ brings unique plot to the big screen
Oscars 2022: 'Bestia' reveals monster within in examination of Chilean military dictatorship - Daily Bruin
A porcelain shell can’t contain a beast. In “Bestia,” a short film co-written by Martín Erazo and director Hugo Covarrubias, the sinister violence of the Chilean military dictatorship is depicted using puppets made of porcelain and felt. The stop motion short is nominated for an Academy Award in Best Animated Short Film and co-produced by alumni of the UCLA Extension Entertainment program.
UCLA student's diverse art portfolio champions sensitivity, reminisces on memories - Daily Bruin Original
With a spotlight on the human form, Violet Treadwell Hull’s art is at once sensitive and visceral. After exploring multiple artistic avenues in high school, such as graphic design and commercial filmmaking, the third-year art student said they felt constrained by the formulaic nature of those environments.
Film review: 'The Tragedy of Macbeth' bewitches audiences with striking sound, set design - Daily Bruin
Something remarkable this way comes. Director Joel Coen of the Coen brothers adapts one of Shakespeare’s famed plays to the big screen in “The Tragedy of Macbeth.” Released in theaters Dec. 25 and on Apple TV+ on Jan. 14, the film follows the titular Macbeth’s (Denzel Washington) fated plan to rise to the throne of Scotland and his inevitable descent into evil and ultimately death.
Music preview: Artists kick off new year with fresh albums, innovative music
In the wave of New Year’s resolutions, fresh music marches in as a soundtrack for accepting the past and ushering in new horizons. Artists are embracing the multiplicity of emotions a year can hold, with this winter’s releases welcoming honesty, pain and optimism. Read on to hear the Daily Bruin’s picks for the chilly season’s highlights.
‘Succession’ season 3 recap – episode 7: ‘Too Much Birthday’ - Daily Bruin
There have been happier birthdays than this. After last week’s conservative convention, “Succession” enters the final third of its latest season with a Kendall-centric episode that mainly takes place at his 40th birthday bash. Kendall (Jeremy Strong) has rented out a spacious building and planned out intricate sets with high production value, complete with actors hired to give guests compliments and an immersive entrance said to mimic the birthing experience.
‘Succession’ season 3 recap – episode 6: ‘What It Takes’ - Daily Bruin
When you’re rich, life is just a game. For the Roys who are swimming in money, high-stakes matters are treated like board games. Following the semi-disaster of a shareholder’s meeting, during which Waystar Royco essentially fired the president of the United States, the latest episode of “Succession” follows the Waystar team as they navigate a summit to decide upon a new presidential candidate.
Album review: Adele delivers emotion of motherhood, divorce through sonic variety in '30' - Daily Bruin
Each decade comes with its own highs and lows. Adele is no stranger to this fact and almost six years after “25” was released, she has returned with “30.” The English artist’s fourth studio album explores themes previously uncharted for her, including the pain of divorce and the simultaneous joy and sorrow of motherhood. In a break from what listeners may be accustomed to from Adele, the album is more sonically experimental than its predecessors, making her once trademark piano ballad scarce.
‘Succession’ season 3 recap – episode 5: ‘Retired Janitors of Idaho’ - Daily Bruin
Months of drama and backstabbing have all been leading to this. The annual shareholder meeting that has been teased for the past two seasons has finally arrived midway through the third season of “Succession.” On this crucial day that will define the fate of the company, the Roy family scrambles behind the scenes to appease shareholders and potential competitors alike, barely holding it together for the optics.
‘Succession’ season 3 recap – episode 4: ‘Lion in the Meadow’ - Daily Bruin
No matter the distance, a son will always come running back to his father. Following the frantic commotion caused by the FBI’s sudden appearance in the final moments of last week’s episode, “Succession” slows down to take a breather in its latestinstallment. With a steadier pace and tense conversations between key characters, the show superbly builds to the upcoming shareholder meeting where Waystar Royco’s fate will be decided.
‘Succession’ season 3 recap – episode 3: ‘The Disruption’ - Daily Bruin
An unexpected disruption ends in scorched ties between a brother and sister. With a knockout third episode, the latest season of “Succession” latches onto its momentum and rides the wave of quality and intensity. Following the misfired conversation between the Roy siblings in the previous installment, Kendall (Jeremy Strong) meets with a journalist who notes his obsession with his image, which Kendall says is simply in his blood.
Film review: Metatextuality meets memory in sequel film 'Souvenir: Part II' - Daily Bruin
Memory is a souvenir captured in the mind’s eye. In the sequel to her 2019 film, “The Souvenir,” director Joanna Hogg mends the broken pieces that make up Julie (Honor Swinton Byrne) – her counterpart in the semi-biographical film duology – to create a whole. Picking upafter the death of Julie’s boyfriend Anthony, “The Souvenir: Part II” is an artful and precise examination of Julie as she dives back into filmmaking, using it to process and find freedom from her tumultuous relationship.
‘Succession’ season 3 recap – episode 2: ‘Mass in Time of War’ - Daily Bruin
Keep your family close – they just mightbe your enemies. Following the intense season premiere Oct. 17, the second episode of “Succession” immediately dives back into shifting family tensions and dramatic political plays. After her failed pitch meeting with Lisa Arthur (Sanaa Lathan), Shiv (Sarah Snook) contemplates her next moves as her father desperately calls Roman (Kieran Culkin) to inquire about her whereabouts.
‘Succession’ season 3 recap – episode 1: ‘Secession’ - Daily Bruin
The ferocious Roys are back in the snake pit. After a two year wait, the third season of HBO’s “Succession” premiered Sunday, picking up after Kendall Roy (Jeremy Strong) declared war on Waystar Royco – his family’s media empire – and refused to act as the scapegoat for the company’s sexual assault allegations.
Book preview: Autumnal releases offer retrospection, worldbuilding within their pages
A good book is a necessary pairing with any pumpkin spice latte. And with plenty of seasoned authors making grand autumnal returns, there’s never been a better time to snuggle up with a blanket and dive into new worlds. Keep reading for Daily Bruin’s cozy recommendations for books this fall. (Courtesy of Rick Riordan) “Daughter of the Deep” by Rick Riordan Wave goodbye to the Son of Poseidon – it’s time to say hello to the Daughter of the Deep. Publishing Oct.
Film preview: Upcoming fall film releases promise to captivate audiences
As the autumn wind breezes in, upcoming blockbusters are heating up the cinema screens. Summer sun is being traded for the crisp, cool fall, but this season’s film lineup is sure to keep fun and warmth in the air. From new action comedies to adaptations of classic science fiction novels, viewers have a wide list of entertainment options to watch and keep them cozy on chilly days. Read on for the Daily Bruin’s top film picks for the golden season. (Courtesy of Warner Bros.
Graduate student's art exhibit speaks on diasporic communities through soil - Daily Bruin
LaRissa Rogers is resculpting her history with soil. In her show “On Belonging: The Space In Between,” the fine arts graduate student uses soil and other tactile elements to explore her relationship to land and belonging. The artist’s exhibit is on display through Friday at Second Street Gallery in Virginia, where she built and installed three slabs of soil on mounts.
Out of the Blue to return with multidisciplinary adaptation of 'The Seagull' - Daily Bruin
A student-run theater group is bringing theater out of the blue and into the red of autumn. Out of the Blue – an experimental campus theater company – pushes the boundaries of theater through the synthesis of various mediums and unconventional ideas. After putting most in-person collaborations on hold for the past year, the group is returning this school yearwith an adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s “The Seagull,” directed by fourth-year theater student Anthony Crehan.
Album review: 'Star-crossed' plays it sonically safe, depicts nuanced divorce heartbreak - Daily Bruin
When the golden hour passes, clouds of heartbreak flourish. With her new record “star-crossed,” country singer Kacey Musgraves follows up on the glow of “Golden Hour” and reminisces on the sorrow of divorce as well as the journey that accompanies it. Her fifth studio album is loosely organized in a three-act structure that moves from heartache to turbulence to peace, tracking Musgraves’ growth until she herself is finally content.
Alumnus's creative production design of Grammy Awards nominated for Emmy - Daily Bruin
With an organic approach to design, Misty Buckley made the Grammys stage as golden as the gramophone. The production designer and alumnus is nominated for an Emmy Award for outstanding production design for a variety special for her work on the 63rd Grammy Awards. Knowing the show would be held in the midst of a pandemic and broadcasted to audiences seeking relief from lockdown, Buckley said she wanted the set design to reflect the warmth and connection that people had been longing for.
Film preview: Alumnus, cinematographer contributes intimate visual language to 'No Man of God' - Daily Bruin
In the interrogation room, there are two men of the world, but no men of God. Director Amber Sealey brings the story of Ted Bundy back to the big screen in “No Man of God,” framed in a new light. With alumnus and cinematographer Karina Silva as part of the project, Sealey’s rendition of the infamous figure’s storydives into the relationship between Bundy (Luke Kirby) and Bill Hagmaier (Elijah Wood), the FBI analyst Bundy frequently saw in his final days.
Album review: 'Solar Power' delivers powerful statements, ultimately falls short of expectations - Daily Bruin
The Lorde has risen. More than four years after the release of “Melodrama,” the eloquent artist’s long-awaited third album has arrived. In a thematic departure from her previous works, “Solar Power” forays into the depths of nature while reflecting on suburban streets and neon party lights. Her lyrics are as sharp and raw as her previous releases, but even at a concise twelve tracks, the album drags along in the middle – an unfortunate letdown after years of anticipation.
‘Gossip Girl’ season 1 recap – episode 5: ‘Hope Sinks’ - Daily Bruin
Warning: spoilers ahead. On the Upper East Side, trickery is the motto. The fifth installment of “Gossip Girl” marks a Halloween celebration that brings together most of Constance Billard’s elite, albeit missing one prominent member. As the seasons change from summer to fall, the show’s themes grow increasingly darker with the episode’s commentary on gun violence and predatory relationships.
Movie review: ‘The Green Knight’ provides a masterful meditation on honor, greatness
King Arthur’s daring nephew is learning that promises are meant to be kept, no matter the cost. A meditative exploration of oaths and honor, the retelling of the 14th century chivalric romance “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight” is fresh and full of beheadings. “The Green Knight” tells the tale of Gawain (Dev Patel) and his heroic journey bookended by deeply symbolic confrontations with the titular Green Knight (Ralph Ineson).
Measuring & Maximizing Developer Productivity
It seems that nowadays, everything is measured – and it’s no different for software engineers. Team members are now assessed by productivity metrics such as lines of code, number of commits, pull requests, code reviews, and in Continuous Integration (CI – such as number of builds/tests) and Continuous Deployment (CD – such as number of deployments/releases).
Correspondents | Impact Entrepreneur
Impact Entrepreneur (IE) Magazine is building a global community of impact-fluent writers, journalists, and storytellers that are adept at covering the ever-evolving impact movement. Our correspondents write regular content for publication in Impact Entrepreneur Magazine and receive ongoing training from experienced impact-sector professionals through our Impact Journalism Institute.
‘Gossip Girl’ season 1 recap – episode 3: ‘Lies Wide Shut’ - Daily Bruin
Warning: spoilers ahead. A tight web of lies is unraveling on the Upper East Side. Thursday’s third episode of “Gossip Girl” is rife with secrets that are deftly unveiled within the hour. The first of many is planted when Audrey (Emily Alyn Lind) and Aki (Evan Mock) confess to their friends about having cheated on the other. Even then, Audrey is once again the voice of reason when she expresses fear that Gossip Girl will spread this secret.
'Gossip Girl' season 1 recap – episode 1: 'Just Another Girl on the MTA' - Daily Bruin
Warning: spoilers ahead. A new group of elite students is ruling the iconic Met Steps. Nine years after the identity of the original Gossip Girl was revealed, the figure returns in HBO Max’s “Gossip Girl” reboot. In Thursday’s premiere episode, a fresh cast takes the stage at Constance Billard after a year of Zoom boxes and isolation – paving the way for new drama.
Alumnus-run clothing brand expands, creates home for artists of all mediums
Midnight Eleven is refashioning artistic expression. Although it began as a clothing brand, Midnight Eleven is progressing beyond its label as an apparel store to form an artistic community. The brand has released multiple collections since its inception in 2019, with their next season featuring artists from California set to launch at the end of July.
TV preview: Summer shows to beat the heat with fresh storylines, new releases
In the season of fun in the sun, viewers have a long list of binge-worthy upcoming TV releases to indulge in. In the past year of quarantine solitude, viewers turned to spending hours watching the latest series. Now as restrictions lift, audiences still have a flood of new options for their next TV sprees – whether they are watching alone for a self-care night or inviting friends over for a long-overdue watch party.
Student band Even Kevin combines indie jams, surf rock in debut album
Even Kevin is delivering more-than-pleasant tunes this summer. A collaboration between second-year psychology student Michael Zuker and fourth-year international development studies student Wil Sheets, Even Kevin’s debut album “Pleasant Beach” marks the first full-length project for the duo, following four singles and an EP.
What is a Containerized Pipeline?
Kubernetes has become a big player in the software delivery world as people are shifting to use containers for an easier and more efficient way to develop, ship, and deploy code. A container is a standard unit of software that is packaged up with code and all of its dependencies so that the application can run independently and efficiently in one computing environment. What Are Pipelines in Software Development?
Hammer Museum film showcase provides space for student filmmakers to share work
Some movie theaters may be closed, but the Hammer Museum’s Student Film Showcase is opening up opportunities for young filmmakers. Organized by the Hammer Student Association – an organization of students who program content and events for the Hammer Museum – and juried by contemporary photographer Buck Ellison, the showcase will be livestreamed over Zoom this Sunday.
Q&A: Alumnus and composer Brian Tyler discusses scoring 'Those Who Wish Me Dead' - Daily Bruin
Fire is a creative force in “Those Who Wish Me Dead.” Released May 14 and now streaming on HBO Max and playing in select theaters, the film is a story about two lost individuals coming together in the midst of an action thriller that invokes fire in its most emotional moments. Composer and alumnus Brian Tyler said the film mixes a sonically ambiguous score with sounds natural to the setting to create a simmering mood that underscores the charged plot.
Travis CI Alternatives To Consider
Background Founded in 2011, Travis CI is a hosted Continuous Integration tool that is used to simplify the software delivery process for projects hosted on GitHub and Bitbucket. In the early days, the vision behind Travis CI was to build a framework for tests and builds like what RubyGems was for distribution, but the founders did not want it to just be for Ruby. Travis CI now supports over 30 different languages like Javascript, Perl, and Python.
UCLA student turns love of plants, pets into successful small business
Jupiter’s Plantarium revels in earthly creatures. A store run by second-year world arts and cultures student Chang Zhou, Jupiter’s Plantarium is named after her orange cat named Jupiter, who is frequently seen on the shop’s Instagram page. Through Instagram and Depop, Zhou sells plants with custom planters and paintings that often feature cats and dogs. Born out of an overflow of her family’s plants, Zhou said the women in her family encouraged her to create Jupiter’s Plantarium.
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