America opts out of tobacco treaty for fifth year in a row
Of the 168 countries to join the World Health Organization's Framework Convention on Tobacco Control, the United States is still not among them. This is a mistake as it could be crucial in stemming the tide of tobacco-related deaths.
Student civil liberties 'up in smoke' at SMC
School administrators kick medical marijuana patients to the curb in an attempt to keep federal funding.
'Geocaching' gives new meaning to playing hide and seek
Did you know that you can go on an adventure to seek treasure in your own city? Alica Forneret explores the how-tos of "geocaching" and 'caches-in' on her experience.
Spirits soar at Club Row
SMC's annual Club Row succeeds in promoting club activities and school spirit.
"An American Tragedy" not your typical opera
"An American Tragedy" was performed at the Broad Stage this past weekend, and showed its audience a more modern form of opera theater.
New film offers outlook on life, culture, and diapers
"Babies," a new film, gives a fresh perspective on various perspectives from the eyes of four toddlers.
Budget Cuts Continue Despite Development
Santa Monica College's board of trustees prepares to make more budget cuts as state funding dwindles and school expansion continues.
Cast attempts to deliver in "Iron Man 2"
Robert Downey Jr. certainly succeeds in playing the superhero in the new sequel. The rest? Not so much.
Cost will kill national ID plan
A proposal has circulated Capitol Hill this past month calling for a national ID card that would contain biometric information, such as fingerprints.
The Flower District on Mother's Day
Last Sunday, millions of appreciated mothers received millions of appreciative flowers, but where did all this appreciation come from?
Our appetite for oil, our appetite for destruction
An historical review provides context to Gulf of Mexico oil rig disaster.
Web exclusive: The tale of two plays
Throughout the month of May, the Morgan-Wixson will run two back-to-back satirical plays by American playwright Christopher Durang: "Sister Mary Ignatius Explains it All for You" and "The Actor's Nightmare."