Aussie star of ‘Muriel’s Wedding’ doesn’t hear real-life wedding bells Actress plays part with perfection despite personal views on marriage By Lael Loewenstein Daily Bruin Staff Toni Collette doesn’t believe in marriage. Read more...

Sweet dreams are made of this Oscar-winning actress Jessica Lange renews her craft, learns to distance self from roles By Lael Loewenstein Daily Bruin Staff Jessica Lange has finally learned how to relax. Read more...

Jewel of the Nile ‘Festival of the Nile’ showcases Egypt’s cultural history for UCLA By John Mangum Egypt conjures images of pyramids, tombs and the sphinx. Read more...

‘Candyman’ star Todd sees film as morality tale despite slasher scenes Actor, director hope to redefine horror film images By Philip Hong Horror films like Psycho and Nightmare on Elm Street have created a collection of actors seemingly forever trapped in psychopath roles. Read more...

Van Halen stands the ‘test of time’ Band proves that tried and true can still please crowds By Michael Horowitz Daily Bruin Senior Staff Pity the Van Halen fan who threw something onstage Wednesday night and didn’t get to see Sammy Hagar wear it for at least a song or two. Read more...

Newport Jazz Festival tour celebrates its 40th anniversary Historic festival goes on the road to bring power of jazz to a new generation By Phillip Hong Jazz, a simple, humble word for the power of music, will be clearly defined at the Wadsworth Theater Saturday, as the Newport Jazz Festival on Tour pays a visit to Los Angeles. Read more...

Exhibit explores effects of Southeast Asian landmines Artist works to prohibit production of landmines, educate Americans on war By Barbara Hernandez Daily Bruin Staff Every month hundreds of people are killed or injured by landmines strewn across Southeast Asia. Read more...