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Restaurant review: Shalimar brings spice to local cuisine

Although the delicious cheesy breads dipped into spicy tomato-based sauces may imply that Broad Street’s newest restaurant is just another pizza place, San Luis Obispo residents hungry for more foreign options should rest assured.

Indian restaurant Shalimar is the newest addition to the growing list of international cuisine to hit San Luis Obispo.

Why won't you hug me?

As I’m writing this article, I have a throbbing headache, my entire body aches, and I would like nothing more that to have a nice and gentle cuddle with a tender, beautiful, and sweet female vocalist. A Joanna Newsome to lull me to sleep would be nice. I could go for a Mariee Sioux to make me swoon or maybe The Finches would be nice to keep me at home in bed.

The story of a number reduced to zero

Editor’s note: The following guest commentary was written by a former part-time faculty member at Cal Poly who wishes to remain anonymous. I don’t have a name but a number. I am 34. Or is it 41? Or is it 32? I really don’t know, and it really doesn’t matter.

Don't take hand-me-down politics

There is a profound moment in The Bible when Pontius Pilate asks Jesus, “What is truth?” (John 18:38). Today more than ever, this question resonates in American society, and one source of confusion in America is today’s political rhetoric. Pilate led a life of politics and he was left bewildered.

National debt record makes case for fiscal conservatism

Just last week the national debt grew to a point that it would not fit on the Times Square Debt Clock. The old clock was built to accommodate $9,999,999,999,999, or $ 9.99 trillion. Last week, however, the national debt soared past $10.2 trillion. This milestone set a 50-year record for the size of debt as a percentage of GDP.

Volleyball to battle breast cancer

Love of volleyball and a desire to eradicate cancer will bring students to the sand for a volleyball tournament in what organizers hope will be both fun and supportive of a good cause.

Recreation senior Mike Smith and civil engineering junior Mike Delach started the organization, “Battle for Boobs,” last spring to raise money for breast cancer research through friendly competition.

Heart rates soar during Rec Center classes

The Cal Poly gym is packed late one Wednesday night. Every machine, dumbbell and set of weights is taken by students looking to burn some calories.

It’s not an uncommon sight. The Cal Poly Recreation Center frequently gets overcrowded, forcing many students to alter their workout routines.

Central Coast clash continues

Only a few years ago, Cal Poly and UC Santa Barbara may as well have been on opposite ends of the continent when it came to men’s soccer. Now, their proximity on the field reflects the closeness of the hour-and-a-half drive connecting the two.

The Mustangs lost 12 in a row to the Gauchos from 2001 through 2006, and often averaged attendances of fewer than 500 at the school’s generic sports complex.

Cal Poly water ski club competes at national level for third straight year

The National Collegiate Water Ski Championships begin today and the Cal Poly water ski team is set to pull off another upset.

During its last competition at the western regional on Oct. 5, Cal Poly had its best finish ever when it took second in a field of 12 teams from the western United States.

Audio slideshow: Soup for substance

Associated Students, Inc. hosted a debate for local politicians as their first “Soup and Substance” event of the year. Held in the University Union, local candidates for mayor and city council shared their views on issues locally impacting students, while enjoying warm bowls of soup.

Singer Sophie Milman to jazz up Spanos Theatre

Jazz singer Sophie Milman’s performance at Cal Poly will mark the international artist’s first trip to the Central Coast.

“We’ve enjoyed her music so far so we’re looking forward to a good show,” said Ali Semon, owner of San Luis Obispo frame store Frame Works and a sponsor of the event.