The classic pick-up line asking for a martini shaken not stirred, seemed to work just fine for James Bond. However, a new era of technology clearly demands for more. A pint of vodka mixed with dishwashing soap, raw eggs, and topped with a goldfish has become the new standard. An online drinking game referred to as Nek Nominations is spreading...

When I turned the corner, I could finally see my house. With my heart racing, I picked up speed with each step I took. I could still hear someone walking behind me, but I did not dare turn around. I was afraid; afraid to show fear. I opened my bag and desperately started digging for my keys, not just to...

Smoke-free environments are becoming more common around town, which is one of the reasons why electronic cigarettes have become popular since the rules on the e-cigarettes' restrictive areas have not been established. Does this mean students are allowed to use them on campus or in the cafeteria? According to Sgt. Raymond L. Bottenfield of the Santa Monica College Police Department,...