Fatal traffic collision occurs on Exposition


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A fatal motorcycle accident occurred at approximately 9:40 a.m. Tuesday on Exposition Boulevard near South Figueroa Street, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. The LAPD and Los Angeles Fire Department are investigating the accident at the scene. The victim’s name is being withheld until notification of next-of-kin. Westbound Exposition Boulevard will be closed between Watt […]

Students should adopt watchful mentality


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As new technology climbs to the top of ways to combat crime and theft on campus, the question of efficacy invariably comes up. As the Daily Trojan reported Thursday, USC’s Dept. of Public Safety has seen recent success in tracking down stolen property through the use of security cameras and tracking software. However, if we […]

Trojans remain No.13 in AP poll


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The USC Trojans remain at No. 13 in the latest AP poll following a 27-9 home victory over the Cal Golden Bears on Saturday. Despite the win, the Trojans fell one spot in the USA Today Coaches’ Poll, from No. 12 to No. 13. USC was passed in the poll by Kansas State, Florida and […]

The Office season premiere brings new possibilities


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Marking its ninth season on the air, NBC’s hit comedy The Office premiered to its lowest season-opener ratings ever on Thursday, a 46% drop from last year. More notably, the series’ last first episode began to breed speculation on how the mockumentary is going to end its successful run. But after nine years of used material, what […]

New iPhone not for everyone


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Apple has been up to a lot recently. In addition to releasing the iOS 6 update with a revamped map and a “do not disturb” option, Apple has people clawing to get the new iPhone 5, so much so that pre-orders for the iPhone 5 sold out in less than an hour of its public […]

DirecTV users unable to watch USC game against Cal


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DirecTV subscribers in Southern California will be unable to tune into Saturday’s football game between No. 13 USC and the Cal Golden Bears. DirecTV and the Pac-12 Networks could not come to an agreement on a deal to broadcast the new channel, which launched on August 15. The Pac-12 Networks were given the exclusive rights […]

Santorum unwittingly alienates the conservative youth vote


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After the last presidential election, one would think that Republicans, Democrats, Independents—you name it—would have come to value the younger voting demographic a little more,  particularly college students. One would think. Many politicians have passed up the opportunity to pander to youth, but few have outright insulted this group of potential voters. As it  happens, […]

LA falls short of culinary variety


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Los Angeles is certainly a haven for foodies: Copious restaurants with every kind of taste and style are spread across our grand city. Sure it can get a bit expensive, but if you’re ever down to step away from campus and experience delicious food with your friends or family, then you’ll have no problem finding […]