The Higgs boson, known commonly as the "God particle," is thought to be responsible for all of the matter in the universe. But physicists only found evidence of its existence last week. Read more...
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July 8, 10:33 pm
Westwood CityTarget is denied alcohol license
When shoppers enter the newly built CityTarget for the store's opening later this month, wallets in hand, they may find one thing missing "“ the liquor aisle. Read more...
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The CityTarget that will open on Weyburn Avenue on July 29 was denied an alcohol license by the L.A. zoning administration in April.
News, Science & Health
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July 8, 11:12 am
UCLA study predicts mid-century warming for Los Angeles
Through complex equations and several data sets, UCLA researchers have programmed a supercomputer to predict the future of Los Angeles "“ the future temperature, that is. Read more...
News, Science & Health
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July 8, 11:08 am
UCLA archaeologist works to preserve Easter Island statues
An archaeologist driving around the remote island with her young daughter in tow quickly became a familiar sight to locals of Easter Island. Read more...
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An environmental monitoring system is set up in front of a statue as part of the Easter Island Statue Project. (courtesy of Deidre Whitmore)
Campus, News
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July 8, 11:05 am
Gerontology minor re-established after three-year suspension
An elderly Japanese woman would sit alone at a round table tucked away in a corner of the large room, trying to put together a puzzle. Read more...
A Closer Look, News
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July 8, 11:02 am
UC professors in legal battle with Native American tribe over rights to ancient skeletons
High on a mesa overlooking a nude beach was an archaeological hot spot. Read more...
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UCLA anthropology professor Gail Kennedy led a research team in 1976 that dug up ancient human remains at UCSD. These skeletons are at the center of current lawsuits between UCSD, three UC professors and the Kumeyaay, a Native American tribe.
Campus, News
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July 8, 11:01 am
UCLA joins u.select network to aid with transferring courses
Nausheen Hoosein wanted to spend the summer before her senior year of college wisely by taking community college classes near her home in Dallas, Texas. Read more...