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May 3, 2026 8:12 p.m.
Julissa Prado sits on a couch in a white shirt. The UCLA alumnus is the founder of Rizos Curls, a hair care company started in 2017 that specializes in curly hair textures and is a reflection of her Latina background, Prado said.(Courtesy of David Avalos)
Julissa Prado is making waves in the beauty industry.
The UCLA alumnus founded Rizos Curls, a hair care company that specializes in curly hair textures inspired by her Latina background, in 2017.
By Brooke Reilly
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May 3, 2026 4:54 p.m.This post was updated May 3 at 7:48 p.m.
“This Is Our Youth” may be a play centered on young people, but it is meant for everyone – a reminder of the universal experience of youth.
By Alexis Coffee
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April 30, 2026 5:23 p.m.Video game preview: Familiar franchises, action-packed entries hit consoles this spring
This post was updated April 30 at 8:36 pm.
New flowers – and new video games – are blooming all season long.
Video game lovers can enjoy a plethora of new and exciting titles that are sure to keep them engaged as the days get longer.
By Julia Kinion, Gwendolyn Lopez, and Emily Berkowitz
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April 30, 2026 2:09 p.m.‘Still moving forward’: Jerry LeVasseur film shows overcoming adversary with hope
This post was updated April 30 at 8:43 pm.
At 88 years old, Jerry LeVasseur is still moving forward.
Nearly eight decades after surviving the 1944 Hartford Circus Fire – a tragedy that claimed around 170 lives, including his mother’s – LeVasseur continues to train five days a week, compete nationally in masters track and field and approach each new challenge with the same philosophy that has defined his life: keep moving, keep helping others and keep finding joy in the process.
By Eleanor Meyers
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April 28, 2026 1:06 p.m.Film review: ‘Michael’ delivers dazzling dances but poor, omissive writing
This post was updated April 28 at 9:21 p.m.
Editor’s note: This review contains mentions of physical and sexual abuse of children.
Warning: Spoilers ahead.
“Michael” captures the glory of the King of Pop’s stage presence but fails dismally at meaningfully telling his story.
By Reid Sperisen
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April 26, 2026 9:42 p.m.Westwood Night Live brings laughter to UCLA in student-led production
Westwood Night Live debuted to a sold-out crowd and featured daring debaters, a dancing dean and a devoted De Neve Residential Restaurant diner.
The inaugural production, presented through UCLA Radio’s comedy department, took place at 7 p.m.
By Presley Liu
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April 26, 2026 3:39 p.m.Culinary Grand Prix: With ‘a heaping side of love and family,’ Tev’s Kitchen takes the palate home
This post was updated April 26 at 8:13 p.m.
On the corner of 48th Street and Gramercy Place lies a red barn with a sign that has two words – Tev’s Kitchen.
By Gianluca Centola and Patrick Woodham
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April 26, 2026 1:18 p.m.Album review: Noah Kahan’s ‘The Great Divide’ explores roots and stardom lyrically, sonically
This post was updated April 26 at 8:31 p.m.
Noah Kahan has cemented himself as one of the greats.
The Grammy-nominated folk-pop artist delivered his highly anticipated fourth studio album, “The Great Divide,” on Friday.
By Victoria Munck
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