Thursday, November 6, 1997 John McLaughlin, new quintet get into ‘The Heart of Things’ MUSIC: ‘Founding father of fusion’ mixes rock with modern hip hop By Kristi Nakamura Daily Bruin Contributor Sort through all the past events that lead to the present, transform them into musical notes, and the true heart of things emerge. Read more...

Thursday, November 6, 1997 Program pays tribute to films exposing paparazzi FILM: Nine movies look at the good, the bad and the ugly of the media By Aimee Phan Daily Bruin Staff Murder. Read more...

Thursday, November 6, 1997 ‘Starship Troopers’ battle bugs for the planet FILM: Paul Verhoeven’s trademark violence showcased in movie By Lonnie Harris Daily Bruin Contributor Director Paul Verhoeven never contents himself to make mere action films. Read more...

Thursday, November 6, 1997 Diva communicates through song MUSIC: Fans don’t get a word Evora sings but feel her emotional depth By Sam Toussi Daily Bruin Contributor Among other things, Cesaria Evora is known for her feet. Read more...

Thursday, November 6, 1997 It’s no lie: Fibbers’ live act enrapts fans MUSIC: Added spiritual violinist, stand-up bass create soulful spectacle By Vanessa VanderZanden Daily Bruin Staff For some bands, only a live performance captures the ephemeral quality which they exude. Read more...

Wednesday, November 5, 1997 UCLA pianist to perform at piece’s world premiere MUSIC Walter Ponce to play Piano Sonata No. 8 composed by Paul Reale By Kristi Nakamura Daily Bruin Contributor Listening to the radio can be a lesson in repetition. Read more...

Wednesday, November 5, 1997 Soundbites Janet Jackson, "The Velvet Rope" (Virgin) While Michael Jackson stews away in his mediocre music and helpless insecurities, his sister Janet has been making some of pop’s finest records. Read more...