Campus Calendar: Nov. 17
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Entries by Kastalia Medrano
Brad Pitt to retire in three years
In an interview for Australian show 60 Minutes, Brad Pitt stated that he would like to act for another three years, when he turns 50. When pressed on the matter, the actor said that he was enjoying his role as a producer and saw his future as being behind the camera. The interview, shot in Tokyo […]
Despite underwhelming support, Google Music Beta released today
Today, Google is expected to announce the release of downloads to its Music Beta streaming service at an event in Los Angeles. The only problem: Many major record labels are not yet on board. Universal Music Group is scheduled to complete its contract with the online superpower today, so expect to see your favorite Universal […]
Campus Calendar: Nov. 16
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Latest training tactic for Russian military: badminton
Russian newspaper Izvestiya said Monday that Russian military units will use badminton equipment to improve their eye muscles, reaction speed and cardiovascular strength. The United Press International reported that 10,000 rackets and tens of thousands of shuttlecocks are being purchased for the units. The sport has gained recent popularity after Russian President Dmirty Medvedev and […]
Video interview: Kiffin
USC coach Lane Kiffin recaps practice and gives his thoughts about the upcoming Oregon.
Video interview: Barkley
Junior quarterback Matt Barkley gives his thoughts on the Oregon game this coming weekend.
Pro recap: week 10
Oakland Raiders tight end David Ausberry (One tackle as the Raiders won 24-17 in San Diego). San Diego Chargers cornerback Shareece Wright Philadelphia defensive tackle Mike Patterson (Just one tackle in a shocking defeat against Arizona, 21-17). Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Winston Justice Philadelphia fullback Stanley Havili Tennessee Titans DT Jurrell Casey (Casey had three […]
‘Tis the season … for extra Rivalry Week precautions
The decades-old tradition of “protecting” Tommy Trojan and the Bruin Bear has started a bit early this year, with each school already mounting precautions against vandalism. As of this past weekend, both Tommy Trojan and the Bruin Bear are already prepared for any possible defacing. Tommy is wrapped in duct tape and will soon be […]
Game rewind: Washington
The Set Up: USC returned home after rebounding nicely from a demoralizing 56-48 triple-overtime loss to then-No.4 Stanford with a resounding 42-17 thumping of newest Pac-12 member Colorado. Matt Barkley set a school record with 6 touchdown passes, and the Trojans cruised despite the chilly weather in Boulder. USC hoped to beat Washington after losing to […]