After eight Oscars, no one denies Slumdog Millionaire is a world-wide hit. What makes the film worthy of so much adulation isn't just the beautiful cinematography, innovative editing, or a fantastic cast - it's the film's honesty in portraying the darker underside of India.

For anybody who has never ventured out of the States, all the preparations and number of things that can go wrong can seem overwhelming.  A few simple tips, however, can help anyone avoid problems and the evil eye from the locals.

Sapphire, a local bar and restaurant, is holding a clothing drive to benefit the Roma people of Bulgaria. From now until Friday, patrons can take clothing to Sapphire, which will then send the clothes through the Peace Corps to needy children.

Conflicts as devastating as the Spanish Civil War leave long-lasting social and personal impressions on the people and places they touch. One certain group of victims is the focus of "The Children of Russia," part of the university's International Film Series.

Kayla Kitts experienced the full city of Amsterdam in two and a half days. Here are the top places to see and activities to do when you visit the true city of sin.

Several popular movies, such as "Taken" and "Hostel" seem to promote the idea that nasty, unpleasant things will happen to any unwitting American who ventures abroad.  While chances of being abducted by human traffickers are slim, there are things to look out for.  Fortunately, there are precautions to avoid many problems.