None Of The Above

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Sarah Parvini
Deputy Editor

Dublin's archbishop, Diarmiud Martin, greets parishioners following St. Patrick's Day mass (Sarah Parvini).

Taking a stab at religion reporting as a “none.”

Culver City Becomes California’s First City To Use Smart911

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Sarah Parvini
Deputy Editor

Culver City officials unveiled the new "Smart911" system on Monday. (Sarah Parvini/Neon Tommy)

Smart911 allows residents and employees to give police and fire officials a “safety profile” of their household.

Ex-Cop Christopher Dorner Believed To Be Dead, Body Found In Burned Cabin [UPDATED]

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Sarah Parvini, Agnus Dei Farrant
Deputy Editor, Editor-in-Chief

The hunt for Christopher Dorner started Feb 6. (Creative Commons)

The search for Dorner spread as far as the Mexican border.

Dorner Manhunt: How Could He Survive The Cold?

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Sarah Parvini
Deputy Editor

KTLA 5 coverage of the Big Bear search early Thursday afternoon. (Brianna Sacks/Neon Tommy)

Though Dorner may have left the area, police continued to search Big Bear Friday afternoon.

Members Of San Francisco’s Catholic Community Campaign For Immigration Reform

Comments (0) | Archdiocese, California, Catholic, catholic church, dream act, immigration reform, latino catholics, PICO, roman catholic church, San Francisco, san francisco catholic church, SFOP

Sarah Parvini
Deputy Editor

The group advocates a reform plan that involves a worker program and addressing the root causes of migration. (Sarah Parvini)

The “Campaign for Citizenship” focuses on how “people of faith” can help fight for immigration reform.

The Family Arcade Holds On As The Arcade Industry Falters

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Sarah Parvini
Senior News Editor

The arcade saw the burgeoning popularity of classic games, as well as a collapsing economy through the eyes of small business.

Romney Campaign Charges Journalists For Access To Election Party

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Sarah Parvini
Senior News Editor

The reporter cover charge is an election party first. (Creative Commons)

Access fees range from $75 to $6,500.

Romney Makes Last-Minute Efforts In Pennsylvania

Romney's chances are slim in Pennsylvania, based on the state's prior voting patterns. (Creative Commons)

STORIFY: Romney attemps to gain the working-class vote, though his chances are slim.

Early Voting Results: Figures From Battleground States

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Sarah Parvini
Senior News Editor

(Creative Commons)

About 30 million people have voted in 34 states and the District of Columbia.

Hundreds In Florida Told They Could Vote Until Wednesday Evening

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Sarah Parvini
Senior News Editor

Pinellas is a diverse Florida county. (Neon Tommy)

STORIFY: Robocalls went out Tuesday morning with the wrong information.

From Russia, With Love: The Future of U.S. - Russia Relations

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Can we anticipate a change in U.S. relations with Russia after the election?

USC Shooting: Officials Acknowledge Gaps In Monitoring Halloween Party

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Sarah Parvini
Senior News Editor

USC President C.L. Max Nikias will annouce a policy change early next week. (Joseph Chen)

USC President C.L. Max Nikias will announce a policy change early next week.

USC Shooting: 'Freak Or Greek' Party Was An Exception To University Event Policy

(Joseph Chen)

Loud and late on a school night. Why was it approved?

DVD Review: "Old Boy" Is Twisted, But Powerful

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Sarah Parvini
Senior News Editor

Yoo Ji-tae as Lee Woo-jin, the film's calm, collected yet entirely insane antagonist.

A fantastic piece of foreign cinema that leaves the audience startled, a little grossed out and admittedly, slightly confused.

Turkey Fires On Syria Following Mortar Attack

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Sarah Parvini
Senior News Editor

(Creative Commons)

The attack is in retaliation to the death of five Turkish civilians.

Occupy L.A. Celebrates One-Year Anniversary

(Rosa Trieu/Neon Tommy)

MULTIMEDIA: Occupy supporters prepared to march through downtown and protest what they call corporate greed.

Iranian President Ahmadinejad Talks Israel, Anti-Islam Film And Homosexuality

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Sarah Parvini
Senior News Editor

Iran's president, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. (Creative Commons)

MEDIA: Explains what he meant when he said Israel should be "wiped off" the map.

Anti-American Protests Spread To Kabul, Jakarta

(Wikimedia Commons)

The demonstrations are the latest in a slew that spread throughout the Middle East.

Occupy Wall Street Marks One-Year Anniversary

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Sarah Parvini
Senior News Editor

Protestors took to Los Angeles' city hall last year. (Neon Tommy)

MEDIA: The New York Police Department made less than a dozen arrests Monday morning.

Libya Arrests Four Over U.S. Consulate Attack

(Creative Commons)

Suspects are being interrogated in custody.

Congress Was Warned Of Libya Dangers

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Sarah Parvini
Senior News Editor

(Wikimedia Commons)

The Congressional Research Service issued a warning that Libya's security concerns were an "immediate priority" in August.

Libya Attack On U.S. Consulate May Have Been Planned

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Sarah Parvini
Senior News Editor

(Creative Commons)

The U.S. ambassador and three others were killed.

Lies And Damned Lies: Ryan And Romney Stretch The Truth

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Sarah Parvini
Senior News Editor

Romney and Ryan hit the campaign trail. (Courtesy: Creative Commons)

Ryan's speech—along with Romney’s—was riddled with a litany of lies.

RNC Day 1: Why The Convention Matters

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Sarah Parvini
Senior News Editor

(Dawn Megli/Neon Tommy)

A closer look at how the next week could boost Romney's campaign.

Happy Birthday, Hunter S. Thompson: 10 Quotes To Remember Him By

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Sarah Parvini
Senior Entertainment Editor

(Wikimedia Commons)

The Gonzo journalist left more than a few memorable lines.

San Diego Comic-Con: Day Three

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Sarah Parvini
Senior Entertainment Editor

(Sarah Parvini/Neon Tommy)

SLIDESHOW: Batmobiles and bizarre costumes compose day three of the pop culture convention.

San Diego Comic-Con: Day Two

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Sarah Parvini
Senior Entertainment Editor

The Joker, ready for his close up (Sarah Parvini/Neon Tommy).

SLIDESHOW: Lion-O, the Joker and Freddie Mercury were among those making an appearance at Comic-Con on Friday.

San Diego Comic-Con: Day One

Comments (0) | Comic-Con, Comic-Con International, Entertainment News, San Diego Comic-Con, SDCC

Sarah Parvini
Senior Entertainment Editor

A cosplayer dresses up as Bane from "The Dark Knight Rises." (Sarah Parvini/Neon Tommy)

SLIDESHOW: Cosplay, comics and massive crowds flock to downtown San Diego for day one of Comic-Con.

L.A. Film Fest Review: "People Like Us" Is Emotional And Real

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Sarah Parvini
Senior Entertainment Editor

(Image Courtesy: Starpulse.com)

VIDEO: “People Like Us” is a refreshing change from the escapist movies that make up the summer season.

Assad Regime Denies Involvement In Hama Massacre

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Sarah Parvini
Senior Entertainment Editor

Bashar al-Assad. (Wikimedia Commons/Creative Commons)

STORIFY: Reactions and video of Wednesday's horrific violence.

Spain Calls For Tax Pact In Eurozone Crisis

Comments (1) | eu, euro debt crisis, euro zone, eurozone, Germany, Luis de Guindos, Nation and World, Spain

Sarah Parvini
Senior Entertainment Editor

(Creative Commons/Yanni Koutsomitis.)

The proposed plan would avoid the country’s fourth national bailout in two years.

"Great Gatsby" Trailer: "Moulin Rouge" and "Romeo + Juliet" Rolled In One?

Comments (1) | Baz Luhrmann, Carey Mulligan, Entertainment News, Film, Great Gatsby, Leonardo DiCaprio, movies, Tobey Maguire

Sarah Parvini
Senior Entertainment Editor

"The Great Gatsby" screen capture (FlyDigs).

VIDEO: Is Luhrmann's take on the classic overblown or intriguing?

Disneyland Raises Admission Prices Once Again

Comments (14) | Anaheim, california adventure, club 1901, club 33, Disney, Disneyland, disneyland price hike, Disneyland resort, Los Angeles

Sarah Parvini
Senior Entertainment Editor

(Creative Commons)

The price hike is the second in less than one year.

REVIEW: “Dark Shadows” Is Burton’s Best In Years

Comments (0) | Barnabas Collins, Dark Shadows, Dark Shadows Review, Eva Green, Film and TV, Helena Bonham Carter, Johnny Depp, movies, Tim Burton

Sarah Parvini
Senior Entertainment Editor

(Image: Squidoo)

VIDEO: Tim Burton's style isn't for everyone, but even those who shy away from the director can enjoy this quirky film.

Sacha Baron Cohen's Controversial Brand Of Comedy

Comments (4) | Anna Faris, Borat, Bruno, Comedy, Film, Film and TV, humor, movies, Sacha Baron Cohen, The Dictator

Sarah Parvini
Senior Entertainment Editor

(Image Courtesy: Huffington Post)

VIDEO: The actor continues his boredline offensive path in "The Dictator."

"Hunger Games" Whets An Appetite For Archery

Sarah Parvini
Senior News Editor

(Courtesy: Lionsgate Publicity)

Inspired by Katniss Everdeen, people are flocking to archery ranges to try the sport.

"Game Of Thrones" Recap: The Night Lands

Comments (1) | arya stark, baratheon, cersei lannister, daenerys targaryen, Film and TV, Game of Thrones, game of thrones recap, gendry baratheon, khaleesi, lannister, stark, the night lands, tyrion lannister, westeros

Sarah Parvini
Senior Entertainment Editor

(Courtesy: HBO)

VIDEO: The night is dark and full of terrors.

"Game of Thrones" Recap: The North Remembers

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Sarah Parvini
Senior Entertainment Editor

(Front Room Cinema)

War is coming.

City Council Seeks To Curb Derogatory Remarks, Promote Diversity

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Sarah Parvini
Senior Entertainment Editor

(Creative Commons)

The council passed a resolution condemning racist and sexist comments made on-air.

Tension Back Home: SoCal's Iranian Community Feels The Heat

Comments (1) | California, Iran, Iranian American, LA, Los Angeles, Los Angeles and Region, Norouz, Nowruz, PCC, Persian, Persian American, Persian Cultural Center, Persian New Year, sanctions, Shah, war, westwood

Sarah Parvini
Senior News Editor

(Creative Commons)

Concerned about U.S.-imposed sanctions.

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