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Recognizing the 18th International Day of Nonviolence
On this day in 2007, the United Nations marked October 2nd as the international day of nonviolence. While not being an official public holiday, it is a time for people across the world to reflect on global issues and to find common ground amongst a time of turmoil.
National Hispanic Heritage Month Events
As fears around ICE raids mount, many celebrations for Hispanic Heritage Month face lower attendance or cancellation.
DACA under the Trump Administration
The DACA program for young immigrants could soon be open to new applicants for the first time since 2021. DACA allows some undocumented immigrants who were brought here as minors to legally live and work in the U.S. But some people fear that it's unsafe to apply under the Trump administration.
Swifties, it’s show(girl) time!
Fans are geeking out on the eve of Taylor Swift’s much-anticipated “The Life of a Showgirl” album drop.
Trump wants USC and eight other elite universities to comply with demands in exchange for money
The Trump administration wants nine universities, including USC, to sign off on a “compact” that offers them funding in exchange for promoting conservatism, and making it harder for international students and students of color to get in.
How the government shutdown may affect air travel
Fall break is ahead, which for many means flying home. If the ongoing government shutdown continues, it may cause airport snags.
From International Nonviolence Day to ‘The Life of a Showgirl’
On today’s show we dive into the government shutdown’s impact on travel, recognize International Nonviolence Day, and speak with one of our very own reporters who broke a major story yesterday. All this and more on From Where We Are.
Clean Air Day in a very smoggy L.A.
L.A. has the worst air in the country. A statewide observance aims to raise awareness of bad air quality.
Why Trump’s ‘invasion from within’ rhetoric is raising concerns
The president is asking the military to fight an ‘invasion from within’ in Democratic-led U.S. cities.
California adopts another law aimed at AI regulation
A new state law aims to better regulate AI use and transparency for consumers.
From government shutdown to Clean Air Day
On today’s show, we discuss the government shutdown on Capitol Hill, Clean Air Day in California, and have a conversation about free speech with Prof. Afua Hirsch.
How the government shutdown may affect higher education
More than 2,000 employees of the federal Department of Education could furloughed if the shutdown continues.
The best way to celebrate International Coffee Day is to down a cup
What better way for Trojans to celebrate than with a caffeinated beverage?
What lies ahead for Voice of America?
A federal judge has paused the Trump administration’s plan to slash hundreds of jobs at VOA, but its future remains uncertain.
Legacy admissions to continue at USC
A year ago Gov. Newsom signed legislation to ban legacy admissions, but there are loopholes.