Life settlements ignore lessons of 2008
Buying life insurance bundles creates financial benefits, but promotes predatory practices.
Demise of small banks an undervalued threat
It wasn’t so long ago that Washington bailed out the largest banks in the United States, prompting a wave of criticism from many quarters. But today, the banking system is seeing the effects of non-intervention, which has allowed for the collapse of 100 small American banks in 2009 alone. With these developments, the small bank […]
Women of Troy find their spark in first win of the season
The USC women's cross country team takes first at the Vanguard Invitational behind strong performances.
In Theaters Today
An Education This coming of age story, unlike any other, depicts the premature exposure of 16 year old Jenny (Carey Mulligan) to the sophisticated and seemingly glamrous world of glamorous 1960s London by a man twice her age (Peter Sarsgaard). Directed by Lone Scherfig and written by High Fidelity author Nick Hornby. Couple’s Retreat Vince […]
Singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson mesmerizes sold-out audience
Indie sensation heats up the Troubadour Wednesday with her vocal talent and fun-loving charm.
Staff disappearances often remain mysteries
Maybe it’s because I haven’t worked in many offices in my 20 years. Or maybe it’s because movies like Jerry Maguire fooled me into believing that every employee’s farewell is public and theatrical. It turns out I was wrong on both counts. In fact, there wasn’t so much as a memo, quick phone call or […]