Ralph Nader is a quandary for liberal American voters ““ and, once again, a potential spoiler for the Democratic party’s hopes. The consumer advocate has announced plans to run for president as an independent. Read more...

Countries such as Armenia, Austria and Lebanon were represented by a diverse gathering of graduate students at UCLA to share ideas in Armenian studies. Addressing a variety of aspects of Armenian culture, graduate students presented their research in numerous related fields in an all-day conference Friday. Read more...

As students rushed to turn in payments for their spring 2004 parking permits before the Feb. 19 deadline, a problem constantly brewing behind the scenes at UCLA was once again thrust into the spotlight. Read more...

OK, so it’s no rapture, but Christian moviegoers are eagerly awaiting the next best thing ““ the release of Mel Gibson’s “The Passion of the Christ.” Not everyone, however, is so enthusiastic. Read more...

“˜American Idol’ reject idolized on Web BERKELEY “”mdash; The “American Idol” judges said William Hung bombed with his you’ve-got-to-see-it-to-believe-it rendition of Ricky Martin’s “She Bangs.” But rejection turned out to have a silver ““ maybe even platinum ““ lining. Read more...

Prager to speak on campus today Dennis Prager, a well-known conservative radio talk show host, columnist and author, will lead a forum tonight about why Judaism is important in today’s world and how to maintain Jewish identity. Read more...

USC sophomore wide receiver Mike Williams is reportedly considering entering the NFL draft. Williams would be the first player to take advantage of the recent Maurice Clarett court ruling. Read more...