Expectations for President Barack Obama's presidency have risen to a boil since the month of his election. Following the inauguration the president has worked to enact new policy, reverse failed Bush policies and has pushed for a new stimulus plan that he hopes will work to upright the capsized economy. However, regardless of Obama's recent policy efforts, the president's popularity will be seriously challenged by the difficulty of solving important issues quickly. Read more...

As I see a plethora of red and pink everywhere, heart-shaped candy boxes at pretty much every store where it is legal to sell edibles, and an exponentially growing number of hand-holding couples as Feb. 14 approaches, one thought comes to mind: "Great, Valentine's Day is just around the corner," along with confirming my personal hatred for the color pink. Read more...

While most people hate to admit it, the desire for money is a perfectly healthy attribute. Read more...

Last week, the UC Board of Regents approved several changes to the University of California undergraduate admissions process. Some changes were positive, but others have given this board reason for concern. Read more...

"Today, I not only had three midterms, but I found a leak in my apartment, I got a $200 traffic ticket, and my boyfriend broke up with me over Facebook Chat. FML." Read more...

A UCLA student can instantly recognize the signs: clipboard, orange stickers on back pockets, pen in hand, the false cheer in the voice. Read more...

There's a popular euphemism: "Everyone should like everyone." I fancy the simple earnestness of this phrase, but I have my own take. I believe everyone should have sex with everyone. Read more...