Saturday, May 16

Science & health briefs

Panel accepts AIDS research findings WASHINGTON “”mdash; Controversial U.S. research in Africa that violated federal patient protection rules was nevertheless conducted well enough to support its conclusions that the AIDS drug nevirapine could be used safely to protect babies, an expert scientific panel has concluded. Read more...




Greeks bearing alternative choices

Students seeking to join a Greek organization during spring rush this week should not overlook other options in alternative houses besides the rows of fraternities and sororities on Hilgard and Gayley Avenues, say students in other Greek organizations. Read more...



News briefs

Investigation continues into Westwood apartment fire The cause behind two fires at the Club California apartment complex is still being investigated by the fire department’s arson unit, the fire department reported. Read more...


Filming upsets business owners

Fox Broadcasting Company’s filming of a new television pilot upset some Westwood merchants earlier this week, but the studio is working to resolve the conflicts arising from the production. Read more...