Canadian Board Shorts

Since the Nexus doesn’t have a fashion section, I feel that I must take it upon myself to discuss a major fashion faux pas that I’ve seen far too much of over the past couple of weeks.

Anti-war Protest Video

Protesters met at Pardall Tunner at noon Feb. 12 to rally against the war in Iraq, along with the UC involvement in weapons research, genocide in Darfur as well as show support for the environment and women’s rights.

Researchers Investigate the Tau of Alzheimer’s

Dr. Kenneth Kosik wants a new way to take out the trash. One day, his research might find a way, and if it does, 4.5 million people with Alzheimer’s disease in the United States will benefit.

My Heart Will Go On

Looking for the perfect table for two? Then let On the Menu treat you to these delicious Valentine’s Day hotspots that are picture perfect for any relationship. From a first date, puppy love, “it’s complicated” or a committed engagement, these eateries’ romantic ambiances will take your breath away.

SB Takes Break From Big West

With its best start to the conference season since 2001, the UCSB women’s basketball team will get a break from terrorizing the Big West tonight to finish its nonconference season.

Anti-War Rally Intensifies After Arrests

With heavy police presence and two aircrafts hovering above UCSB, as many as five hundred anti-war protesters marched across campus yesterday, resulting in the arrest of three participants.

Cupid’s Arrow Comes in a Kegstand

So, you think the guy you hook up with every other Thursday in the corner of Tonic is going to be your Valentine? Think again. No place in the country can compete with Isla Vista when it comes to celebrating the Fourth of July, Memorial Day, St. Patrick’s Day and pretty much every weekend of […]

Nicki’s Nifty News: Shitty Cities

Forbes, the master of list making, recently released its list of the Most Miserable Cities in the U.S. , pulling from the 150 largest metropolitan cities. Detroit tops the list, and three California cities managed to make the ranks: Stockton appears at number two; Los Angeles comes in at number seven; and Modesto sits at spot eight.

Scientists Study Protein Functions

Contrary to what most people think, proteins are much more than protein bars, milk and cheese.

Clean Air Bus Goes Up in Smoke

Santa Barbara County firefighters responded to an acute case of irony yesterday when they arrived at the scene of a fiery Clean Air Express bus billowing thick plumes of black smoke into the air.