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Black History Month,Flavors of Westwood 2026
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Sports

Feb. 11, 2026 7:14 p.m.
Bruin women’s basketball bests the Spartans, continues win streak with 86-63 win

This post was updated Feb. 11 at 8:41 p.m.
The Big Ten boasts seven top-25 and four top-15 teams.
The Bruins – who top the conference rankings – have defeated each of the other top-15 conference rivals within the past 10 days. 
“Everyone else in the Big Ten, besides the West Coast schools, only take one of these long trips,” said coach Cori Close.

By Sabrina Messiha

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Baseball

Feb. 12, 2026 10:53 a.m.
UCLA baseball roster promises diverse strengths ahead of season opener

A baseball team’s best hitter can only bat once every nine times.
Collegiate starting pitchers often only take the mound once a week.
Even elite defenders have limits to their range.

By Kai Dizon

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‘It felt like home’: Carissa Clay takes leap of faith with UCLA gymnastics

Features

Feb. 11, 2026 12:41 a.m.

‘It felt like home’: Carissa Clay takes leap of faith with UCLA gymnastics

Carissa Clay knew she was destined to be a Bruin at just eight years old.
Eight-year-old Clay arrived in Westwood with tears streaming down her face.

Film review: ‘The Strangers: Chapter 3’ sabotages suspense with excessive exposition

Bruin Masters Swim Club members see self-growth through UCLA Recreation program

‘It came at the right moment’: Rewinding to UCLA gymnastics’ 2018 championship win

Gymnastics

Feb. 11, 2026 12:29 a.m.

‘It came at the right moment’: Rewinding to UCLA gymnastics’ 2018 championship win

Travel back in time.
2018 was defined by the wedding between Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, Marvel’s box office hits and Beyoncé headlining Coachella.

The Shakespeare Company highlights misogyny through ‘The Pliant Girls’

Former Kansas associate head coach Matt Werle to lead UCLA women’s volleyball

Features

Feb. 11, 2026 12:20 a.m.
Jordan Chiles reflects on 4 seasons at her dream school, journey to success
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Senior Jordan Chiles dances during her floor routine. (Daily Bruin file photo, Illustration by Valerie Liman/Daily Bruin Staff)

Jordan Chiles has always been a standout.
But in her fourth and final season with the Bruins, the nation’s No. 1 all-arounder is going for something greater.

By Alexandra Crosnoe

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Gymnastics

Feb. 12, 2026 12:30 p.m.
Scouting report: UCLA gymnastics vs. Michigan

No. 4 UCLA gymnastics will face No. 9 Michigan on Saturday in a top-ranked Big Ten matchup. Daily Bruin contributor Kate Bergfeld analyzes the Wolverine squad ahead of the clash.

By Kate Bergfeld

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Editorial Cartoon: “Knights of the Kerckhoff Coffee House Table”

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Gallery: From screen to stage: The Runarounds’ ‘The Minivan Tour’ hits the Fonda Theatre

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Editorial Cartoon: “History in the Making”

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Editorial Cartoon: “The All-American ICE Supporter”

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Persian Perspectives Today: Beverly Hills Mayor Sharona Nazarian

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Editorial Cartoon: “The End of the CliffNotes”

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Sports

Feb. 11, 2026 3:52 a.m.
Scouting report: UCLA women’s basketball vs. Michigan State

No. 2 UCLA women’s basketball (23-1, 13-0 Big Ten) will travel to East Lansing to face No. 13 Michigan State (20-4, 9-4) on Wednesday. UCLA stands to continue its 17-game win streak, with its only loss coming in November to No.

By Sinclair Richman

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Campus

Feb. 11, 2026 10:35 a.m.
LA City Controller rallies, encourages youth political involvement at UCLA event

The Los Angeles City Controller Kenneth Mejia encouraged young people to get involved in politics and use social media as a political tool at a Wednesday UCLA event.

By Victor Simoes

Restaurant Preview: International dining standouts to open new locations in LA this winter

Arts

Feb. 10, 2026 2:09 p.m.

Restaurant Preview: International dining standouts to open new locations in LA this winter

This post was updated Feb. 10 at 8:40 p.m.
The best way to deal with the winter cold? Stay inside and eat some good food.
This winter season, Los Angeles will see many iconic restaurants open their doors, providing high-quality and diverse food to diners.

Way Home Coffee offers quiet alternative to caffeine-saturated Westwood cafe scene

UCLA researchers look into cannabis health effects with California state grant

Ella Explains: UCLA gymnastics’ all-around power leaves it more poised than ever to win Nationals

Gymnastics

Feb. 11, 2026 12:42 a.m.

Ella Explains: UCLA gymnastics’ all-around power leaves it more poised than ever to win Nationals

The phrase “don’t put all of your eggs in one basket” was coined for a reason.
And it’s a lesson UCLA gymnastics learned last season.
When contending for a national championship, a team must stand out.

Sienna Betts continues rise, meeting expectations ahead of Michigan matchup

John Wooden Center introduces fresh equipment, expanded space

Judge blocks California mask ban, upholds ID laws for federal immigration officers

California

Feb. 11, 2026 10:35 a.m.

Judge blocks California mask ban, upholds ID laws for federal immigration officers

A federal judge issued a temporary ruling Monday that blocked a California law banning federal immigration enforcement officers from wearing masks.
The masking law, which was signed as part of a package of five laws restricting immigration agents in September, went into effect Jan.

Opinion: Valentine’s Day is about loving people, not loving purchases

Daily Bruin Reacts: New sound for the Grammys show breaking boundaries is valued

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Features

Despite injury, Sydney Barros finds her passion, cultural heritage in gymnastics

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Sports

Five Things: UCLA women’s basketball vs. Michigan

Daily Bruin Print Issue – Feb. 11, 2026

Print

Feb. 11, 2026 1:19 a.m.

Daily Bruin Print Issue – Feb. 11, 2026

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Daily Bruin Print Issue – Feb. 9, 2026

Statistics and data science symposium hosts early-career scientists

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