Good morning. It’s Monday, and I’m reading about the “elite narcissists” seizing control of higher education. Onto the five USC, Los Angeles, and California stories you need to know for today.

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The FAFSA is promising it won’t screw up again after major technical glitches left students hanging last year. To that end: Today’s the last day to opt into a beta program that claims it’ll streamline the application process.

Dhruv Reddy / Daily Trojan

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USC researchers found that a drug used for medication abortions could also help extend your lifespan. Mifepristone, which is also used to treat certain kinds of cancer, encourages cells to recycle damaged mitochondria — which could be key to longevity.

Staff / USC Dornsife News

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Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to shower Hollywood with a massive $3.75 billion tax credit. The subsidy — if approved by state lawmakers — would be a welcome relief for an LA film scene that has seen a mass exodus of movie and TV crews searching for cheaper pastures.

Winston Cho and Katie Kilkenny / The Hollywood Reporter

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Looking for a weekend activity? The Getty is hosting a temporary exhibit about the science of medieval astrology that’s been referred to as “kind of dope.” Admission is always free, but you’ll need to reserve an entry time and pay $25 for parking.

Lois Beckett / The Guardian

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USC women’s soccer beat UCLA 1-0 to clinch the Big Ten’s regular season title. The Trojans, undefeated in conference play, will head to the Big Ten tournament in Minnesota next week as the No. 1 seed — and hope their regular-season success can convert to a strong playoff run.

Kevin Baxter / Los Angeles Times

I need your help on a major story. Do you have knowledge of USC’s contracts with McKinsey & Company, construction at the Gould School of Law, or budget cuts across the university? Are you currently studying or working at the Capital Campus?

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