Author Archive for Neil Thakor
Linkin Park Evolves
No music fan wants to see his or her favorite band lose its signature style, or, even worse, stay stagnant and never evolve.
Unfortunately, Linkin Park finds themselves in such a situation on their new album “A Thousand Suns.” As Linkin Park experiments with a different direction, they lose the unique sound that made them popular.
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The Popularity of Palin
It is hard to imagine that just less than three years ago, nobody knew who Sarah Palin was. Yet, over the course of a few years, Palin has gone from being an obscure governor in an obscure state, to a vice-presidential candidate, political analyst, author, comedian, and now reality television star. Whether you agree with [...]
China, Khan, Babel and ‘Bahok’
DANCE: Akhram Khan constructs a fresh new movement piece, blending mediums and styles to tell his story.
Lil Wayne: The Bane of Hip-Hop
REBIRTH: The “best rapper alive” is eager to transform himself into a rockstar on his latest album; the results are questionable.
Continuing the Dynasty
VOLLEYBALL: Defending National Champion Anteaters return to play ready to defend title.
What’s That In Your Underwear?
On Christmas Day, Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, an alleged Al Queda operative, attempted to attack a commercial flight by igniting an explosive powder that was hidden in his underwear. The attack was successfully thwarted, but the “Underwear Bomber” has cast a new shadow of doubt on security at airports, mass transit systems and in our country in general. It is remarkable how one man was able to cause our nation to question so much.
The Bravery Wimp Out
BLAH: Indie rock chefs The Bravery attempt to “Stir” up the mix, but serve an unappetizing dish.
Quality Play for UCI Water Polo
POLO: UCI finishes 5th in the conference with wins over Pepperdine and UCSB, but a loss to Cal.
NEA Increases Cultural Spending
FUNDING: President Obama furthers efforts to increase spending in the arts and humanities scene.
Hard Knocks for Gridiron Warriors
Football is one of America’s great pastimes. Back in the day, if you were the quarterback of any team — high school, college, or professional — you would have it made. Recently, however, questions have risen about a football player’s future: just how set off are football players?
