El Paisano Newspaper vol. 57 issue 6

Tuesday October 16, 2018

Serving the Rio Hondo Community

Volume 57 Issue 6

13 Billion Dollar Industry Zero Dollar Pay Check The R ealit y of B e i ng a St u d e nt Ath l e te

PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY RAMON ALVARADO Student athletes bring in $13 billion annually for the NCAA but receive nothing in return. Student athletes living below the poverty line are fed up now.

There is an imbalance in collegiate sports.

Editor-in-Chief sabrina.torres2387@my.riohomndo.edu College sports is drowning in money. It is a 13 billion

Unpaid college dollar industry. Making athletes generate billions more money than the NFL. of dollars for their instiTelevision rights have been tutions every year. The given for college football NCAA has proven to be games for $7.2 billion. an exploitative world of high-revenue college sports. Alabama coach, Nick Saban The NCAA’s glaring lack of has taken an $11 million dollar raise. acknowledging athletes as individuals who are directly “It’s a business for everyprofitable for schools, often body else except the kids” says Jay Williams a former times generating billions NBA player. of dollars for universities Under armor has a deal for however many live below sports apparel with UCLA the poverty line. for 15 years priced at $280

College recruitmillion. Ohio state has a ers offer top high school deal with Nike for $252 athletes the path to their million dollar deal. dream of playing in the Most student athletes live NFL or the NBA. Athletes risk permanent injury while below the poverty line even though their college is playing for their college.

Even college graduates still making millions of dollars.

The NCAA does not allow work towards playing proplayers to work unless it be fessional sports.

SABRINA TORRES

in the summer. Still they must be granted permission by their schools and the NCAA. March madness generates over $1 billion in TV advertising. NCAA president Mark Emmert explains, “they are not employees, they are student athletes.” meaning they make no revenue from the hard work and sacrifice they put into the sport.

In 2016-2017 academic year, 91,775 men played NCAA college football and basketball. Only 303 were drafted by the NFL or NBA in 2017.

College recruiters convince players by telling them that by playing for them they will achieve their goal of playing professionally. If a college athlete chooses to transfer from a division 1 school to another, they are

ineligible to play for one year after transfering.

A then homeless and now former running back, Silas Nacita at Baylor university was removed from the team because he was offered a place to stay by a family friend. Baylor’s athletic department revenue was $106 million for the 2014-2015 season according to the US department of education.

The head football coach was paid $5.9 million according to USA today.

As for sponsorships by brands expect for the players to wear their products without pay. Dirty recruiting tactics involve looking at even the best 12 year old players is because they are scouts for brands. If a kid is the top player in the country, it is likely that they have a greater social media following to match. Some

even have more followers than professional athletes or celebrities. That kid being in their product is almost more important than having an NBA player sporting their gear. This helps brands have more visibility without having to pay a cent.

Two years ago, Lebron James’ Nike business alone generated $360 million dollars globally.

Jordan Brand is a billion dollar business year over year, signing one famous player adds a billion dollars to the bottom line.

According to the U PENN center for the study of race and equity in education, Black men make up nearly 56% of NCAA football players, 66% of NCAA men’s basketball players, and 3% of undergraduate students.

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Breast Cancer Awareness Walk IGNACIO CERVANTES

Sports Editor ignacio.cervantes8813@my.riohondo.edu

Monica De La Cruz and The Associated Students of Rio Hondo College teamed up with Laura Verdugo, CARE Program Specialist, to deliver a powerful Breast Cancer Awareness event Tuesday, Oct. 9.

Students, faculty, and supporters of awareness for breast cancer united outside the Student Union building at noon with signs, necklaces, and clothing rich in the color pink to represent their stand against the illness.

The event was put together by Senator for Community Services third year sociology major De La Cruz and her peers when Verdugo mentioned giving donations raised to PIH Health Hospital’s effort of providing complimentary wigs to its patients who have lost their hair from numerous chemotherapy sessions.

“I got motivated when I met Mrs. Verdugo,” said De La Cruz, “I was look-

ing for a charity to give my donations to and she brought up the Wig Bank. This gives a smile to the patients because hair is something that makes them feel beautiful. It makes them feel normal again.”

Crystal Maes, an 18 year Rio Hondo Marketing employee and breast cancer survivor joined the march.

Maes has been cancer-free for five years and explained why it was important for her to help give back to the Wig Bank.

“The fact that they’re collecting money for wigs was important to me because when I lost my hair I felt it was the hardest part of cancer because it marks you as a cancer victim,” said Maes.

PIH Health clinical nurse specialist Sarah Merkle, a graduate from Rio’s nursing program, was also at the event. Merkle wanted to show support because she thought the mission of the event is inspiring.

“Early prevention and awareness of the disease is important,” said Merkle, “It’s

necessary for us to keep the information flowing to everyone.”

During the walk booths were created as pitstops along the walk with posters filled with information about the disease. The most important of which was the seriousness behind being tested regularly.

Participants that completed the walk were handed a free bagged lunch when they crossed the finish line. Many of them even stayed afterwards to share their personal experiences with breast cancer.

De La Cruz talked about her days in high school when a teammate from her soccer team stopped going to practices and games from one week to the next.

“To be playing soccer games with [my teammate] one week then they aren’t there the next week because their mom passed. It’s heartbreaking,” De La Cruz said.

Senator for Community Service Monica De La Cruz - she feels like a voice

for those who have gone through cancer in some form that no longer want to talk about it.

“We haven’t had events supporting Breast Cancer Awareness and I just wanted something different for October.”

“I wanted to do something different and I know we’re college students so we might not have breast cancer but we might have parents or know someone who’s going through it so I just though bringing awareness would be positive.”

“I honestly didn’t care about how big the event was or how many people were here I just felt it was important for me to give back.”

“Even though you might not be going through this, you should still care. Just having a heart. Maybe this can happen to you. You might not think about it happening to you but it might and you have to be safe rather than sorry.”

“We’re all going through stuff and we can’t be quick to assume we’re all ok.”

“I had friends in high school

whose mom passed away and it was really sad, Crystal Maes Graphic Artist that has worked in Marketing Department for 18 years.

“I just wanted to support breast cancer. I’m a survivor and have just reached my fifth year of being cancer-free.

“I was trying to keep it low-key before but when you go through hair loss it starts getting out there - I had four wigs at some point.

After I was finished with them, I donated them.”

“It’s interesting because it’s still a really emotional thing.

Whenever I see someone going through it i get tearyeyed because it brings back all those memories. Right now I feel good my health is good so I’m excited about that but cancer is a thing that never goes away because it can always come back. It’s always there in the back of your head that sits like a fear.”

“Get your check ups. Catching it early is a key, to me that’s the most important

PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY CYNTHIA RIZO National coming out day is celebrated on October 11th, is a time for those in the LGBT community to finally be open about who they are to their friends, family and the world.

DANIELLE ANZURES AND NOAH GARCIA

Reporters danielle.anzures8473@my.riohondo.edu noah.garcia3720@my.riohondo.edu

Rio Hondo’s event for National Coming Day brought a speaker to students that made an impact on students.

Dr. Jon Higgins, born in Los Angeles and a native to San Bernardino, has a doctorate in education and has used their platform over the last 10 years to, “speak truth to power.”

Higgins who identifies as non-binary, someone who doesn’t label themselves as male or female, has made the push in their life to speak out against injustices both online and off. Higgins has also written for publications like Teen Vogue and has spoken for TEDx. They are currently working on a book.

Higgins main focus of the talk was to explain what it takes to make a safe zone.

They touched on how certain people have a privilege and

how even they, as an educated person, have it.

Higgins’ goal was not to talk down on students, but instead engage them. “I don’t like to just come in and tell you what the bad is, I’m telling you how you can all actively participate in getting rid of the problems present.”

“There is a lot of unlearning we have to do,” Higgins commented on. They recognize that despite being a person of color and someone who identifies as queer and non-binary that they still have to check themselves.

The audiences participated with Higgins during the talk and it was obvious they wanted to make the speech as engaging as possible. When asked what made students feel safe, one replied “support from friends,” another said, “a jacket.”

A safe zone, in Higgins’ opinion, should not make someone feel tied to their identity. Instead, a person should be able to speak about it freely as though it’s a

part of them.

Higgins says people should make an effort to call out people on others negative views. When asked why they feel the need to call things out their reply is, “If I don’t, who will?”

They also touched on how the experience of a person of color who is on the LGBTQ+ spectrum is different, Higgins recalled being asked by a co-worker once, “are you black or queer today?”

Higgins continued the speech discussing with students about other issues that marginalized groups may face before moving on to what students need to do make safe spaces for people.

Higgins brought up how there needs to a place for people to say what’s on their mind without fear.

Along with that, intersectionality was brought up as something that has to be looked, the whole experience should be looked at according to Higgins.

The audience continued to participate in the speech and the event was enjoyed by most of the students.

One student really enjoyed the events and would love to come to more events held at Rio.

Aside from possibly wanting to see events, like a fundraiser, and joining the Spectrum club on campus, Ashley Sanchez, a first-year student, said she likes to see the event held in a more open space. “So it’s not just hidden here[at the student longue].”

As for where Sanchez would suggest holding events she said, “the lower quad, it has the cafe and it’s more populated.”

“It’s like open arms, free hugs, it’s something nice to have around,” Sanchez exclaimed when talking about having a community on campus. “A weekly rally,” filled with the discussion is also something she’d like to see.

And as Rio has taken a strong stance in supporting its students who identify

outside the binary by opening gender-neutral bathrooms a short while ago, Sanchez says that makes her happy to know the school supports it since she has friends who identify as non-binary.

The event was a success for the event coordinator, Cristina Almanza, Chair of Culture and Diversity.

“There were chairs filled, people were standing in the back, we had a lot faculty there too. Yeah, it was a really good turnout,” said Almanza.

And more events will come like Trans Remembrance Day for this semester and Pride in the spring.

As for advice for fellow LGTBQ+ students, Almanza says get a support system with friends who will and talk to faculty. She also brought up how there is free therapy available on campus for students who need it.

“We are restarting the spectrum club,” Almanza added they would have services and sources that could help LGBT students when it’s

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There are Only 12 Years Xipe Totec Danzantes Left to Limit Climate Aztecas, an Change Aztec Dance Performance at Rio Hondo DANIELLE ANZURES

ANAMARIA APARICIO Reporter

anamaria.aparicio8532@my.riohondo.edu

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Rio Hondo College had Aztec dance performers, by the name of Xipe Totec Danzantes Aztecas. These performers danced in front of the Learning Resource Center on Thursday, October 11.

This day was organized by art professor Carolyn Robertson, who also organized for the dancers of Nuestras Raices to perform at Rio Hondo on September 9. In fact, one of the dancers was Argelia Andrade. She is the founder of the Nuestras Raices organization.

The women behind everything is Virginia Car-

melo. She explained they are ready to celebrate Dia de Los Muertos, a day that dates back to the very old traditions of their ancestors. The name of their group is called Xipe Totec and in the Aztec language it means “The New Life.”

Carmelo also went on to explain that what they do normally, which is the Danza Azteca tradition, that dates back to the aztec times.

“During the time I started to dance over 45 years ago basically the tradition was dying out, it was done mostly only by men, older men and women, very few young people, very few women participated, but i’m happy to say over the last 20 years it has been a great resurfacing of the Danza Azteca and it really is flourishing

not only in the United States, but it has also flourished throughout Mexico, “ Carmeo stated.

Students grabbed their chairs and sat in from to watch the Danzantes performance. Students as well stopped on their way to class or on their way out of class.

Throughout this even they also sold Aztec food that was coordinated with Xipe Totec. They sold 4 different types of foods that include quesadillas, chicken, green mole, and huitlacoche. Huitlacoche is a type of corn that has fungus growing on it. It has been called the mexican truffle and the food of the gods.

123 Children Found During a Sex Trafficking Sweep ANAMARIA APARICIO Reporter

anamaria.aparicio8532@my.riohondo.edu

More than 100 children were found safe on September 26 during a oneday sweep in Wayne County, Michigan. Multiple Michigan law enforcement agencies were involved in this operation.

According to the U.S Marshal Service report, “ Detroit Missing Child Recovery Unit, U.S. Marshals Service Sex Offender Investigations Branch, Michigan State Police and law enforcement officers from Wayne County agencies participated in Operation MISafeKid, a missing juvenile sweep to identify and recover missing children from the area with an emphasis on locating victims of sex trafficking.”

This operation had 301 case files for missing children open before the sweep happened.

After these children were found, they were able to identify 123 of those 301 missing children.

All of these children were interviewed by authorities for about possibly being sexually victimized or used in a sex trafficking ring throughout the time they had been reported missing. Three were identified as possible sex trafficking cases and one teenage boy had not had anything to eat in three days, so authorities transported him back to their command post for food and turned him over to Child Protective Services for aftercare.

According to the U.S Marshal Report this the first time an operation like this has

been conducted in the Wayne County. They also said Michigan State Police have asked for assistance with 14 other cases.

“The Eastern District of Michigan is fully committed to assisting state and local agencies with locating and recovering missing children and the prevention of their falling victim to sex trafficking,” the U.S. Marshals Service said.

In addition to this sweep, information was obtained by DMCRU(The Detroit Missing Child Recovery Unit) on two missing children in Texas and one in Minnesota.

The U.S Marshal Service made it clear in their statement that, “The message to the missing children and their families that we wish to convey is that we will never stop looking for you.

Tension between U.S. and China LEO JOHN VILLANUEVA Reporter leo.villanueva0001@my.riohondo.edu

South China Sea, Sep. 30, a Chinese Destroyer took aggressive measures forcing the USS Decatur to change course during a “freedom of navigation” mission. Freedom of navigation (FON) is a principle of customary international law codified in the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. Article 87 Freedom of the high seas 1. The high seas are open to all States, whether coastal or land-locked. Freedom of the high seas is exercised under

the conditions laid down by this Convention and by other rules of international law. It comprises, inter alia, both for coastal and landlocked States: (a) freedom of navigation; (b) freedom of over flight; (c) freedom to lay submarine cables and pipelines, subject to Part VI; (d) freedom to construct artificial islands and other installations permitted under international law, subject to Part VI; (e) freedom of fishing, subject to the conditions laid down in section 2; (f) freedom of scientific research, subject to Parts VI and XIII. 2. These freedoms shall be exercised by all States with due regard

for the interests of other States in their exercise of the freedom of the high seas, and also with due regard for the rights under this Convention with respect to activities in the Area. – www.un.org Charlie Brown, U.S. Pacific Fleet Spokesman stated, “At approximately 0830 local time on September 30, a PRC LUYANG destroyer approached USS DECATUR in an unsafe and unprofessional maneuver in the vicinity of Gaven Reef in the South China Sea.” The South China Sea is a hotbed of activity, and the Chinese have reportedly been highly aggressive with foreign aircraft and ships operating

Reporter danielle.anzures8473@my.riohondo.edu

In a new report scientists say there are only 12 years to prevent global warming from passing 1.5 degrees Celcius, 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit, if that number is passed by even half a degree the risk of drought, floods, and extreme heat will worsen.

The half-degree difference could event prevent corals from being destroyed and ease pressure on the Arctic, according to the 1.5C study. “It’s very clear that half a degree matters,” said Valérie Masson-Delmotte, co-chair of Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, IPCC, Working Group I at a press conference in Incheon, South Korea, where the report was released.

The report was released by the UN IPCC October 8 and writers of the report say changes must be made to reach the target. And while they say it’s doable and affordable, though keeping the temperature between 1.5C and 2C is still is the most demanding part of the Paris agreement.

“It’s a line in the sand and what it says to our species is that this is the moment and we must act now,” said Debra Roberts, a co-chair of the working group on impacts, to The Guardian. “This is the largest clarion bell from the science community and I hope it mobilizes people and dents the mood of complacency.”

The report was commisioned at the Paris climate talks in 2016 by policymakers, but since then the space between politics and science have widened. President Donald Trump withdrew America, one of the biggest sources of emissions in the world, from the accord last year.

Under the Paris agreement nations made a goal to limit global warming to 3.6°F, or 2 °C, increase in global average temperatures, with ambitions of a stricter limit of 2.7°F, or 1.5°C of warming. within what China considers its borders. The Chinese have been developing man made islands since 2013. These islands are equipped with sea ports, airstrips, and are militarized. 30% of the worlds shipping trade pass through the South China Sea. China has used Admiralty law as a means to control, and justify their actions in the sea surrounding these makeshift islands.

In a 2018 annual report from

The goals in the report while reachable are still ambitious, we would need to stay at or below 1.5°C this requires decreasing global greenhouse gas emissions 45 percent below 2010 levels by 2030 and reaching net zero by 2050.

To reach this goal big changes made in multiple areas including energy, land, and building infrastructure, and industrial systems. In the time of 12 years, coal consumption would need to be down by one-third and new technologies would need to be introduced that can remove carbon dioxide from the air. The cost of everything while huh would still be better than the cost of lost property and lives. The sea rise level would potentially put 10 million people at risk.

“Climate-related risks to health, livelihoods, food security, water supply, human security, and economic growth are projected to increase with global warming of 1.5°C and increase further with 2°C,” according to the report.

And of course there are benefits to making the change, as said in the report, “Improved air quality resulting from projected reductions in many non-CO2 emissions provide direct and immediate population health benefits in all 1.5°C model pathways.”

There is already damage done, but it is fixable there just needs to be an immediate change from everyone. This includes the 100 companies that are responsible for 71% of global emissions since 1988 according to the Carbon Majors Report released a year ago. Among some of the most notable and highest emitting investor-owned companies are, ExxonMobil, Shell, BP, and Chevron.

The only question knows how are governments going to respond and act to this evidence. These finding will be presented by the IPCC in December at Katowice Climate Change Conference in Poland.

the Department of Defense to Congress (DoD), the DoD shows concern for China’s military and economic growth as a competitor on the global stage. The DoD indicates that China is not an enemy of the U.S., but is most certainly an adversary.

China maintains that there are no man-made islands, and that the building is for civilian purposes, as well as defensive facilities.

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DIANA JUAREZ

La Casa Community Center Celebrates 72nd Anniversary

Reporter

diana.juarez8805@my.riohondo.edu

La Casa de San Gabriel Community Center celebrated its 72nd anniversary Oct. 11 at the Hilton Hotel in the city of San Gabriel.

The charity event was a gala dinner, awards show and fundraising event that had La Casa alumnis, board members, and even Congresswoman Judy Chu. The evening started off with mingling between the present board members and the public while many started looking at the items being auctioned off. Master of ceremony, actor Mike Gomez, was on hand to keep the ambiance going all night.

“The goal is to raise 15,000 dollars tonights,” said Lisa Gutierrez-Correa, the executive director of La Casa, “that money goes to more than just scholarships for our preschool, it’s also for resources we offer families in need.”

La Casa de San Gabriel Community Center first opened its door in 1946 when its founders Reverend César Lizárraga and his wife Angelita, realized that the community needed educational programs as well as resources for low income families. After 72 years, La Casa continues to serve the community.

“I am a La Casa kid,” said Jeanne Raya, this year’s recipient for the Lifetime Achievement Award, “I have actively volunteered for 20 years, chaired the event multiple times, and came here as a child.

The center survives mostly off of volunteers and we need young people and their fresh ideas and energy to keep it going.”

A sentiment that Congresswoman Chu shared, “La Casa is truly a resource for the community. I hope young people could use this for their volunteer hours. Beyond it looking good in a resume or

school application, volunteering at La Casa would be valuable to the community and the the individual volunteering.”

Among the items being auctioned there were Dodger tickets, history tours, lunch at Ruby’s, wine, and many other things. Guests at the dinner were encouraged to buy $20 balloons that had prizes inside that start at $20, so no matter what guests wouldn’t truly lose money.

Entertainment for the night included live music performances from a children's mariachi group that serenaded the guests during dinner.

“I want to thank everyone for being here and supporting La Casa on such an important night.

La Casa is not just about the ABC’s, it’s about learning and offering the community a sense of security,” said Gutierrez-Correa. The executive director didn’t spend much time sitting, the hostess made her rounds and was quick to remind everyone that the event would not have been possible without sponsors, “La Casa wouldn’t exist without donors. We wouldn’t be able to provide all the resources to our community without volunteers.

Beyond the 15,000 dollars that I hope we reach tonight, I hope that we get the exposure to have more people help us.”

A couple of items were raffled off and Rio Hondo’s own Noah Garcia was on hand to help pick the winners. With full stomachs and full hearts, guests were encouraged to donate money for La Casa. Speakers reminded those donating that the money isn’t just for scholarships for their preschool program.

“La Casa is a hidden gem among the community,” said Congresswoman Chu, “not only must we protect it, but we must do what

DIANA JUAREZ/ EPM Executive Director Lisa Gutierrez-Correa shares a moment with a mariachi performer during the dinner performance at the Hilton Hotel Los Angeles/San Gabriel Oct. 11, 2018.

we can to give it visibility.”

While the event did not raise the ambitious 15,000 dollars, it missed the mark by about half, Gutierrez-Correa is not giving up.

“We have the end of the year appeal as well as a brick fundraiser and a casino night in the next four months,” said Gutierrez-Correa.

La Casa de San Gabriel Community Center is always accepting donations and volunteers. Visit http://www.lacasacommunitycenter.org/ for more information, whether you need help or want to help.

Dont forget you can visit the Rio Source Room For Free Snacks and Goods!

Open Monday - Thursday From 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.!

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Self-Powered Heart Monitor Taped Into Skin Developed by Tokyo Scientists DANIELLE ANZURES Reporter

danielle.anzures8473@my.riohondo.edu

Scientists from the University of Tokyo and RIKEN in Japan say they have developed they have created a self-powered heart monitor that can be infused into the skin.

The monitor is a flexible organic sensor powered by the sun and is safe for humans. Researchers did this by combining two things; a sensory device called an organic electrochemical transistor that measures a variety of biological functions and a flexible organic solar cell.

When on the skin and put under a bright light the device was able to measure the heartbeats of both rats and humans according to published research in the journal Nature.

“This is a nice step

PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY JAKE LAURELL The new invention from University of Tokyo scientist can revolutionize the way people monitor their health.

forward in the quest to make self-powered medical monitoring devices that can be placed on human tissue,” said Kenjiro Fukuda, a research scientist from the RIKEN

Center for Emergent Matter Science, to The Tribune.

This device could have great potential for medical applications according to researchers. It can potential-

ly be used to keep real-time track of the human body’s heart or brain functions.

It works by absorbing some sunlight and turning into energy that can be used

to power the device to keep track of the heart.

“Importantly, for the current experiments we worked on the analog part of our device, which powers the device and conducts the measurement,” Fukuda said.

There are however some downsides to the device according to researchers. There would be worry about interference from other devices, it would a long-term operation, and having sufficient battery at all times would be a hindrance. On top of that, the battery the device uses is bulky.

The issues with the battery would be the biggest problem since that’s what makes the device work.

There is also a digital silicon-based portion, for the transmission of data, and further work in that area will also help to make such devices practical,” said Fukuda.

Planned Intermittent Fasting May Help Reverse Ty pe 2 Diabetes EVELYN VARGAS

Reporter evelyn.vargas3749@my.riohondo.edu

One in 10 people in the US and Canada have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, that in fact is associated with a various amount of serious illness and early death.

Managing the disease such as diabetes can be easy as making lifestyle changes. Another way this disease can be manageable is by undergoing bariatric surgery (a gastric band) and effective, without

risk as doctors say. Symptoms and complications produced by this disease are also very manageable with drugs, but they cannot stop the disease.

On a study done on three men ages ranging from 40 and 67, experimented planned intermittent fasting to see if it helped ease their symptoms.

Drugs to control their disease in addition to units of insulin is what the three men were taking. Additionally to their type 2 diabetes they all had high blood pressure and

high cholesterol.

In this experiment two of the men fasted on alternate days for completely 24 hours, and the third fasted for just three days a week. On these fast days they were allowed to drink low calorie drinks, like tea/coffee, water or broth and also they could eat one small low calorie meal in the evening.

These three men were informed beforehand on how diabetes develops and the impacts on the body, insulin resistance, healthy eating,

and how to manage diabetes through a healthy diet.

When the three men began the experiment they maintained this pattern for approximately 10 months in which fasting blood glucose, average blood glucose (HbA1c), weight, and waist circumference were re-measured.

All three men were able to successfully stop injecting themselves with insulin in just a month from the start of their fasting schedule. In one case this just took five days.

Two of the men were able to to quit taking their diabetic drugs and the third stopped consuming three out of the four drugs he took on a regular basis. Weight was lost on all three men by 10-18%.

Average blood glucose were also reduced, which helps lower the high risk of future complications.

It was concluded that with this observational study, the use of 24 hour fasting regimens can reverse or possibly eliminate the need for diabetic medication.

Possibility of Biological Warfare with Insects

EVELYN VARGAS

Reporter evelyn.vargas3749@my.riohondo.edu

A funded project by a research agency of the US Department of Defense is being possibly misused for the purpose of biological warfare.

This program called “Insect Allies” is aimed for insects to be used for dispersing genetically modified viruses to agricultural plants in fields.

These viruses were produced to be able to alter the chromosomes of plants through “genome editing.”

This will result in allowing genetic modifications to be applied quickly and also at a big scale on crops that are already growing in fields. This type of system could be expanding at a much easier way for use as a biological weapon than as just an agricultural purpose.

Genome editing using synthetic viruses will grant many possibilities that will change the properties of crop plants that have already grown in fields. Changes in plants can be made by genetically altering to almost immediately be less susceptible to pests and/or droughts.

Genetic engineering of commercial seeds have only been maintained in laboratories and farmers who have already

planted these particular seeds will be the only ones benefiting from it.

Scientist and legal scholars from Plon, Freiburg and Montpellier presume that a social, scientific, and legal debate of the issue is very much required. With the findings that have been discovered it is by far easier to be used for biological warfare than for only agricultural purposes. It is argued that

the insects used to deliver the viral agents might be perceived.

Insect Allies Program might strongly encourage other states and possibly countries to research on their own with activities with this topic. It is also proposed that the US should take initiative to avoid any suspicion of engaging technologies that have the alarming potential for biological warfare.

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Desert Daze Seventh Year Festival

VINCENT FRANCO/EPM VINCENT FRANCO Photo Editor

vincent.franco2391@my.riohondo.edu

Desert Dazes, Theater Stage, was the place to be for some of the best and intimate performances all throughout the fest.

Bristol’s, IDLES, is the best example of this. With their latest album, Joy as an

Act of Resistance, off Partisan Records. The pop-punk band had plenty of new material for their fans and plenty to prove for those who’s never heard them before.

Desert Daze was an overwhelming three day fest with hundreds of acts, three stages, and lasted ba-

sically the entire weekend at all hours of the day. Out of all the bands playing, from Tame Impala’s unpresented short set, King Gizzards and the Lizard Wizards 90 minute non stop show, to Slow Dives intense melancholic experience, IDLES definitely made themselves be heard. Jumping in and

out of the crowd and even having the crowd joining in on guitar playing. That’s right, one lucky member of the crowd was picked out by guitarist Mark Bowen to finish of their set with song “Danny Nedelko.”

Jumping in and out of the crowd and even having the crowd joining in on gui-

tar playing. That’s right, one lucky member of the crowd was picked out by guitarist Mark Bowen to finish of their set with song “Danny Nedelko.”

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Billy Crystal Makes Playwriting Mark Hamill Debut at Age 70 Campaigns for Carrie Fisher to Get a Star on the Walk of Fame Early ANAMARIA APARICIO Reporter

anamaria.aparicio8532@my.riohondo.edu

DANIELLE ANZURES Reporter

danielle.anzures8473@my.riohondo.edu

It’s been two years since Carrie Fisher passed away and yet her presence has continued to leave a mark on others to this day. And Mark Hamill is helping her legacy thrive by pushing for Fisher to get her star on the Walk of Fame early.

In a tweet posted last Tuesday, Hamill urged fans to take part in his mission tweeting,

“Carrie WILL get her well-deserved Star on the Walk of Fame, it’s only a matter of when. The rule is a 5-year wait when awarded posthumously. A letter to the Hollywood.”

Chamber of Commerce wouldn’t hurt, urging them to time it to the release of #EpIX#AlwaysWithUs”

A person getting a star after they passed away isn’t uncommon and there is one given out each year, but as

Hamill pointed out there is a five-year wait. Hamill’s dream to cut the wait by three years is ambitious, but only time will tell if the power of Star Wars is strong in the force.

Fisher passed away December 27, 2016, and after her death, she had won a Grammy for Best SpokenWord Album for the narration of her book “The Princess Diarist.”

Fisher will appear as Leia Organa in the next Star Wars movie via unused footage from “The Last Jedi.”

Mark Hamill received his own star this March, Fisher’s legacy was mentioned during the ceremony and Ford talked about how much he missed her.

“When thinking about today, I was really sorry that we don’t have the other member of our trio here to celebrate with us, but I feel her presence,” Ford said.

“Star Wars: Episode IX” will hit theaters next year December 20.

After almost over a decade, Billy Crystal returns to Broadway in a two-night reading of “Have a Nice Day,” a play he co-authored with Quinton Peeples. This is his return to the New York stage after his 2004 hit solo show “700 Sundays”, who also got him a Tony Award. This excludes the 2013 revival of “700 days.”

This play will take place at the off-Broadway’s Minetta Lane Theatre. This show is a comedy-drama about a U.S. president visited by an emissary of the Angel of Death who informs him that his time is up.

This show is already sold out thanks to its cast Kevin Kline, Annette Bening, Dick Cavett, Justin Bartha, Rachel Dratch and Darrell Hammond.

The play will also be on Audible as part of its ongoing theater initiative and will be released in audio form on Nov 2.

In an interview with Hollywood Reporter, they asked Crystal why this particular format.

“I just thought it might be interesting as an audio play.

As an old-time radio drama, the sort that I listened to

when I was growing up. The Shadow, and all those terrific radio experiences. When I recorded my audio book ‘Still Fooling ‘Em,’ I did a lot of it in front of a live audience.

Because the magic of the great comedy albums that I grew up with was hearing a wonderful comedian in front of a live audience. There was an excitement to it.”

The plotline to this new play is about The Angel of Death who comes to claim a man. But somehow the man outwits The Angel of Death and eventually gets to live for the rest of the day. This man isn’t just any other man though, it happens to be the President of The United States.

“It’s about their relationship during that day, amidst the drama of what’s going on in the Oval Office and the world. And about what the man’s choices are, what he would do to make himself okay to leave at that point,” Crystal said to Hollywood Reporter.

He also spoke about how complicated it can be when doing stand up, especially during this political climate.

He wants to be able to make his points without having someone in the audience stand up and yell at him.

“ Did a tour last year, 33 cities in a concert format, first time in years. And everyone is waiting on the edge of their seat, waiting for you to say something that they’re not gonna like. So, I have to carefully navigate, because these are very strange times, to be sure.”

“I just thought it might be interesting as an audio play. As an old-time radio drama, the sort that I listened to when I was growing up. The Shadow, and all those terrific radio experiences. When I recorded my audio book ‘Still Fooling ‘Em,’ I did a lot of it in front of a live audience. Because the magic of the great comedy albums that I grew up with was hearing a wonderful comedian in front of a live audience. There was an excitement to it.” - Crystal

First Look at Ruby Rose in Batwoman Suit Featured in the Arrowverse Spin-Off Series

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Like her male counterpart, Batman, the mantle of Batwoman has been taken on by more than one character in the DC Comics Universe. The new series will focus on the latter of the two, Kate Kane. Using her fortune and various martial arts skills, Kane will mirror the actions of another famed billionaire, Bruce Wayne.

For while it’s been known that Ruby Rose would be heading to the small screen for her own CW “Batwoman” solo series, but now we have an official look at the costume for the character.

The costume looks great and liked that it steps out

of the comics itself. The design for Rose’s look is pretty similar to the comic version with even her red hair peeking out from the mask and even wicked bat-wing inspired cape to go with it.

The red lip adds to Batwoman’s iconic look and

Rose pulls it off well.

While audiences will have to wait to see the Batwoman show itself until 2019, expect to see the hero this December.

The superhero will make an appearance as her alter ego, Kate Kane, during a crossover episode on

CW’s “Elseworlds” for DC’s Arrowverse on tv.

Despite initial backlash over the casting of Rose for an out lesbian character, due to her identifying as “gender fluid.” There are also critics saying she isn’t fit for the role and also criticism over her

playing a Jewish character.

The criticism is initially called “ridiculous” by Rose, but it did cause her to delete her Twitter this August.

Despite that, the project is still continuing on and audiences can expect to see the show sometime next year.

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The Young Royal Couple Celebrate Their One Year Anniversary with Pregnancy MADELYN GASTELUM Reporter

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Monday, October 15th, Kensington Palace announced that the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, is expecting her first child. The only difference between the baby that Meghan is carrying and it’s royal cousins is that this baby with not receive the Prince or Princess title.

It is speculated that the baby will arrive in Spring of 2019 and as of right now she is about 12 weeks pregnant.

Rumors began to stir about the couple’s possible

pregnancy over the weekend because the Duchess didn’t remove her coat at the Royal Wedding of Princess Eugenie which made many wonder what was she trying to hide?

Meghan Markle married Prince Harry back in May of 2018 and the baby can possibly come on their one year anniversary.

The question still remains as to why Prince Harry’s niece and nephews were given the HRH titles, his/her royal highness, and why his first child won’t receive the same.

Prince Harry and Meghan first child is expected to take their

father’s title as he is the Duke of Sussex just as the children of Prince William have taken his surname being Cambridge, but as the second son of the Prince of Wales Harry’s children are not entitled to the HRH titles.

All of this may sound confusing but it is because of a rule established by Harry’s great great grandfather, King George V, who created a law that limited the amount of titles given within the royal family back in 1917. He declared,

“The grandchildren of the sons in any such Sovereign

in the direct male line (save only the eldest living son of the eldest son of the Prince of Wales) shall have and enjoy in all occasions the style and title enjoyed by the children of Dukes of these Our Realms” Sounds very confusing to those that lack a trained ear for Royal vocabulary, as most Americans do, but it means that if the new Royal baby is a boy, he will become the Earl of Dumbarton. The given title hasn’t been used in since 1746. If the new baby is a girl she will be given Lady as her first name and her surname

will be Mountbatten-Windsor which is also the title given to the distant cousin of the new baby, Lady Louise.

This rule isn’t set in stone and could change upon the decision of Queen Elizabeth, she did just that before the birth of Prince George issuing a Letter Patent that ensured that all of the children of William and Kate Middleton would be given an HRH title.

So keep an eye and ear out in the near future for any announcements that may involve the title of the newest Royal Baby!

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Desert Daze Summary

CESAR GONZALEZ/EPM Desert Daze’s seventh year produced a festival with a new location on Moreno Beach’s recreational park in Lake Perris. With art installments and even more musical acts it was an event that one did not want to miss.

CESAR GONZALEZ Opinion Editor

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When it comes to epic music festivals what are some names that come to mind? Woodstock, Coachella, Governor’s Ball, Austin City Limits are just some of the few. However, since 2011 to the present-day Desert Daze has also bumped itself up in the roster of legendary three-day music festivals which was founded by Phil Pirrone (of the band JJUUJJUU). Formally Desert Daze was Moon Block Party’s “love-child” which was “the world’s longest consecutive day music festival.” With just two stages and over 120 musical acts back in 2011, it has now been condensed to a three-day event with art

installations and a change of venue location.

Last year’s Desert Daze festival took place at Joshua Tree National Park in Pioneertown, CA. Over the weekend of October 12-14 fellow campers and musiclovers alike have been coming in from different parts of the states and even foreign countries. With five stages to be seen, it isn’t any surprise with big headliner names like Tame Impala, King Gizzard and The Lizard Wizard, and My Bloody Valentine that people were seen flocking to the recreational park located at Moreno Beach in Lake Perris, CA. Guests who camped on Moreno Beach park were permitted since Thursday Oct. 11.

The camping area was

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in person, presenting Mendez vs. Westminster, documentary lm Branch • Thursday, October 18 • 6:30

Music of Rodgers & Hammerstein

Presented by Saul Jacobs and Bob Lipson Branch • Wednesday, October 24 • 6:30

“Tito’s Little Pioneer”

Lunch @ the Library, with Ester Elliott Central • Thursday, October 25 • Noon

Frankenstein Pops for Grownups

Learn how to make them at CrafterHours Central • Thursday, October 25 • 6:30

Researching the Paranormal

David Harvey, investigator of the paranormal in museums and historic sites Branch • Monday, October 29 • 6:30

Pumpkin Family Fun Night

Central • Monday, October 29 • 7:00 Free tickets at Children’s Desk starting 10/8.

Halloween Spooktacular

Fun for the family (ages 5 & up) Branch • Tuesday, October 30 • 3:30

staff made the call to permit and allow Friday’s attendees access to day two of Desert Daze. With such acts like Stonefield, JJUUJJUU, Chelsea Wolfe, Slowdive, Beak>, King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, and Shannon & the Clams, along with many more acts were available for viewing enjoyment. King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard took rocked the Moon stage (mainstage) and helped make up for Tame Impala’s cut set.

It is always bittersweet when the final day of any music festival is upon us as day three had a slower pace since Desert Daze was coming to an end. Some major acts for the final day was The Mad Walls, Sextile, Preoccupations, Earth, Death Grips, Escape-ism, Föllakzoid, My Bloody Valentine, King Khan & The Shrines, and Ty Segull & White Fence. After five long years, My Bloody Valentine took the stage after a performing hiatus. They did not disappoint and many MBV fans rushed the Moon Stage to watch their hour and a half set.

Desert Daze has officially been one for the books and should be highly recommended to attend once for the experience of a music festival if not for the enjoyment of shoegazing, rock & roll, alternative, and indie rock- musical variety that DD had stacked on their lineup this year.

If you’d like to find out more about our Desert Daze experience please look out for our digital article release this week at our elpaisanoonline. com site.

Whittier Public Library

Ofelia Esparza, Master Altarista Art of Altar Making Central • Thurs., October 4 • 6:30 • Free e Community Altar-Building Workshop Central • Sat., Oct. 6 • 11:00.. • Free

Booktoberfest Books, Beers, and Food Central • Thursday, October 11 • 7:00 Age 21+. Tickets on sale at Central & Branch Sponsored by the WPL Foundation

vast and huge and so long as you had a tent and a good sleeping bag, one could also find public amenities which included on site shower areas.

Moreno Beach’s campground officials were also allowing the “non-festival” public to enter the park for recreational use. The weather was on point; finding yourself bundled up comfortably while at the same time not having to worry about temperature increases. It was chilly in the shade and warm in the sun which is the ultimate fall season weather.

Day one kicked off pretty early and fellow campers and festival-goers were gathered together as early as 10:30a.m. to pick up wristbands, parking and camp passes, and even last-minute purchasing of

available days. Friday’s lineup included acts like Tropa Magica, Yonatan Gat & the Eastern Medicine Singers, Gum, True Widow, L.A. Witch, Pond, Warpaint, All Them Witches, Idles, Uncle Acid & the Deadbeats, Tame Impala, and Wand. As the night fell and the temperature dropped festival attendees could be seen happy to find themselves waiting in lines on entryway to the front gates. Due to weather conditions the executive decision was made by Desert Daze staff members to cut the festival short (and Tame Impala’s set) 23 minutes into their set. “Due to safety concerns regarding dangerous weather, we are asking all guests to immediately exit the Desert Daze grounds and return to their cars and seek shelter,” was posted on Desert Daze’s official Instagram page (@ desertdaze_official). It was scheduled to end at 2a.m.

Day two was scheduled to end at 6a.m. and Saturday night’s weather was definitely safe and tolerable. Day two was the calm after the storm as many campers expressed their feelings of concern after the storm. One individual named David Weiss had this to say, “It was a fantastic day it was beautiful venue and I saw bands that I like,” Weiss goes onto say, “I was having the best time until the lightning started.”

Another Sarah Harper commented, “We came here for Tame Impala and we were a little disappointed but everything that he played was amazing. We love you Kevin!”

Saturday’s attendance at least doubled up in size, since

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10:30 • Branch 4 10:30 • Branch Bouncing Baby Stories Preschool Storytime (Ages 0 - 24 mo) 3:30 • Branch 10:30 • Central After School Adventures Little Listeners 3:30 • Central (age 2 - 5) + PAL Time S.T.E.A.M. Train 6:30 • Central 3:00 • Branch Ofelia Esparza Stories under the orange Art of Altar Making tree with Grandma Jean All storytimes 11 1:00 • Branch 10 10:30 • Branch see schedule above “Book Bites” Preschool Storytime 3:30 • Branch 7:00 • Central 6:30 • Central Read to a dog.“The Haunted Birdhouse” After School Adventures Hallo-tween Night S.T.E.A.M. Train cancelled 5th - 8th Graders Central closes at 5:00 Creepy Crafts!

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10:00 • Central “Book Bites” Talk books with other devoted readers.

11:00A.M. • Central Ofelia Esparza Community Altar Building Workshop 11:00 • Branch Read to a Dog

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11:00 • Branch 10:00 - 2:00 20 All storytimes 18 For story times 19 Read to a Dog Tour of the L.A. see schedule above see schedule for 10/4.

6:30 • Central 6:30 • Branch Natural History Museum “Becoming Los Angeles” WNBG discusses Mendez vs. Westminster Closed Exhibit “A Gentleman REEL CLUB film 3:30 • Branch in Moscow” by Amor with Sylvia Mendez J-Fic Book Club Towles (The author will in person Book sharing & snacks NOT be present for 5th – 8th graders 7:00 • Central 4:00 • Branch 27 All storytimes 11:00 • Branch 3:30 • Central For story times 21 22 23 24 25 26 see schedule above Read to a Dog see schedule for 10/4. Family Movie Afternoon Candy’s Crafternoon Starry Night Storytime Hotel Transylvania 3: 6:30 • Central 12:00 • Central 6:30 • Branch Summer Vacation Read to a dog Lunch @ the Library Saul Jacobs & at the Library Ester Elliott Bob Lipson present (or to 6:30 • Central “Music of Rodgers your CrafterHours & Hammerstein mouse Frankenstein Pops at home!) (program for adults) 6:30 • Branch 10:30 • Branch 3:30 • Branch 31 28 29 30 Researching the Halloween Spooktacular Bouncing Baby Stories Paranormal (Ages 0 - 24 mo) Fun for everyone in 10:30 • Central the family!

7:00 • Central Little Listeners 6:30 Pumpkin Decorating mpkin n De D corat (age 2 5) + PAL Time Central 3:00 • Branch Read to a Dog. Stories under the orange tree with Grandma Jean Programs a are subject to change. Whittier Public Library welcomes everyone, including those with disabilities. Sign language interpreters are available with 72 hours’ advance notice. Central Cen Library, 7344 Washington Avenue • 562.567.9900 • Whittwood Branch, 10537 Santa Gertrudes • 562.567.9950 • www.whittierlibrary.org.

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Uber’s New Safety Feature will Keep a Rider’s Address Private

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f you’ve ever been in an uber ride you may have felt awkward on your way to your destination. It can be very uncomfortable to get dropped off at our front door after a few or too many drinks.

Thankfully the electronic app Uber has stepped up their game and added a cool feature that hides your exact pickup and drop-off address.

For instance, instead of pinpointing your exact location of where you are going, it will instead show drivers a more general location of the drop-off Now we will no longer feel like a stranger knows where we live.

The goal for this new update is to improve the customer’s privacy and of course their safety.

Also, limit the degree to

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Uber continues to add updates for safety and privacy concerned customers by providing a general location for pickups and dropoffs as a feature. which the location is exposed.

If that isn’t cool enough you can also use a setting that you can select across a street near you as your drop off or pick up spot. That’s if getting

picked up at your location is still uncomfortable. Which will also keep your personal info private.

The reason for the new feature is that ridesharing

was becoming a problem in which caused privacy and safety concerns.

The app also added new automatic crash detections, hands-free pickups, an app

emergency button.

In the ride history section of the map, it will show exactly where the Uber driver dropped off and picked up their riders.

An Uber spokesperson said “Locations data is our most sensitive information, and we are doing everything we can do to protect privacy around it,” adds on “The new design provides enough information for drivers to identify past trips for customer support issues or earning disputes without granting them ongoing access to rider addresses.”

Uber’s latest features sound promising for those concerned for their safety when riding.

Uber’s next steps do not only include making the workplace and rides more comfortable for women. It’s also for those who rely on wheelchair accessibility. Uber is also making changes to expand this

This Is How You Know You’re Being Ghosted BETSY SEGURA Reporter

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rban Dictionary defines the term ghosted when someone you’re interested in disappears without explanation.

Being ignored by your significant other like they dropped off the face of the earth can be frustrating, but how do you know if they’re doing it on purpose?

They start bailing on plans.

Sometimes, Life happens and you get a flat tire or a family emergency pops up, we understand.

But what about the times you text them to confirm plans and receive nothing?

Then you show up and they don’t have the decency to cancel plans when a few weeks ago your phone was being bombarded with texts.

And if you do receive a rare text, it will be annoyingly short.

You have to initiate the conversation. There used to be a steady stream of phone calls and texts but now you have to initiate everything if you want to hear from them that day, or week.

Your routine is non-existent.

All right, maybe you two were overwhelmingly cute and began the relationship with a good morning and good night texts, but all of a

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Dating brings more complications with the term ghosting and is used as a way to break off a relationship. sudden they’ve stopped. It’s not necessarily the routine you miss, it’s the connection you had over something you used to share.

It drags on and enough is enough. You call them out on their excuses for the strange and sudden behavior. You notice the distance between you two and it’s time to confront and make things right.

Before confronting your partner, you decided to be rational and test the waters.

Unfortunately, it’s been weeks and their excuse is dismissive. They aren’t denying the fact that they’re becoming distant, but they reassure you that they still like you, enough to keep you wrapped around their pinky.

You’re making excuses for them. Take a step back

and remember who’s the one ghosting who. There is no need to make excuses and defend them in order to avoid the harsh truth: they’re just not that into you.

Maybe it was a gut feeling you felt that popped the red flag in your mind, but your gut is warning you.

In all, if you feel that you are being ghosted, you need to have a serious conversation

with your partner. Whether it’s to clear up the situation or to decide the future of your relationship, you can’t have a one-sided conversation.

As vague as this sounds, communication is key and the relationship consists of more than one person. Don’t be afraid to speak up, you deserve an answer.

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ARLINE CHAIDEZ Reporter

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t is not new to any of us that the makeup industry comes up with new products every single day. Throughout the years, makeup has revolutionized by a lot.

Today we see millions of lipsticks, lip liners, a variety of foundation colors, counter creams and powders, and much much more.

In reality, we don’t need every lipstick or eyeliner but it is just like an addiction to fries, you want the new lipstick or the lipliner.

The top trendiest makeup products of 2018 are definitely a “go-to”.

Fenty by Rihanna launched her 40 different shades of foundation in 2017 and in 2018 the foundations were still the top seller at Sephora.

Fenty shocked the internet world with the massive shade range and the amazing consistency of the product.

The foundation is set to be a long-lasting soft matte foundation with medium to full coverage and retails for $34.00 at Sephora and www.

Fentybeauty.com.

Fenty foundations are known for its diverse and wide selection of foundations for women with different skin tones. There is a lot to choose from so it’s recommended to go into your local Sephora to get a color match.

For the eyebrows, the top seller every year, is, of course, Anastasia Beverly Hills. It never fails to disappoint and gives you a beautiful natural brow.

Her eyebrow products have helped many ladies out with feeling more confident in their own skin. From her Dipbrow Pomade to her Brow Definers these products allow the brow to have a natural finish look.

The Dipbrow Pomade is

a waterproof formula that is smudge resistant and ideal for building a full to natural brows. Creating hair-like strokes. It is also available in 11 shades and retails for $18.00.

The Brow Definer is a retractable pencil that features three distinct sides.

It also allows a defining, detailing, and filling shape to the brow. It includes a spoolie end and blends for a natural finish, retailing at $23.00.

Unlike the dipbrow, a pencil is easier to use and light on the hands. If you’re in a rush in the mornings, this pencil makes a quick fix for a natural fill.

The Tarte shape tape concealer is a must have, Tarte, claims it is a product you “can’t live without.”

This concealing product is meant to have a full coverage with a flawless matte finish, conceals all the imperfections and doubles as a contour and highlight product.

It is also has a very creamy, easy to blend formula, and to top it off it will not flake or crease. Not to mention it is paraben, mineral oil, phthalates, triclosan, sodium lauryl sulfate, and glutenfree.

Tarte shape tape comes in 30 shades and retails for $27.00.

Last but not least part of Kylie Jenner’s favorites at www.Kyliecosmetics.com “Barely Legal” blush.

It is a soft baby pink that comes with one matte pressed powder, and a small mirror retailing for $20.00.

Although, this may not suit every skin color there are many more colors to pick out from Kylie’s website.

These are the must-haves for 2018. Be prepared for all the new holiday collections coming up very soon and a lot of online discounts when purchasing for the holidays.

BETSY SEGURA Reporter

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idterms are finally over and Halloween is approaching, but you and your bestie don’t have costumes! It may seem like no big deal to some people, but Halloween is one of the holidays where we feel rejuvenated.

The night is full of terror, excitement, surprise, and creativity with DIY costumes.

Here are some fun costume ideas for best friends.

Do you have a group of friends? You can all go as a fruit salad. Be the mango to their strawberry while the rest of your friends are lemons and Tajin. I guarantee you’ll be the yummiest

looking group out there.

If you all happen to be in the mood for a dance that particular day, dress up as the iconic Riverdale Vixens. You’ll need a yellow softball tee and black shorts, along with kneehigh socks. Challenge each other for the role of Captain when you’re trick or treating.

If you want to lean towards more terrifying outfits, you can dress up as a group of murderers from The Purge.

All you need is some fake blood, special effect wounds, and a terrifying mask that captures attention. Nobody is going to steal your candy.

However, I recommend you leave your fake weapons at home, just to be on the safe side.

If there’s simply three of you, how about the witches from Hocus Pocus! If you

want to go the extra mile, sing “I Put a Spell On You” or “Row, Row, Row Your Boat”.

Cackle as you walk, threaten to turn people into toads or black cats. To really sell it, argue with each other.

The Sanderson sisters are constantly arguing, fighting for attention in the movie.

You’re a witch and so are your sisters, you probably won’t be getting along.

Really want to sell the horror? Purchase a habit at a costume shop and have a friend do your makeup. Add some fake teeth, contacts, and voila, the demon Valak has appeared to trick or treat.

Remember, Halloween is voluntary, not obligatory.

Whether you decide to stay in the comforts of your home, trick or treat or go to a partybe safe. Happy Halloween!

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Spend a spooky season dressing up with friends and maybe trick-or-treating if you get away with it.

How to get the Most Help out of FAFSA MICHAEL MARTINEZ Reporter

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he FAFSA process may be stressful at times, but it is a necessity for college students that helps pays for college classes and even books.

FAFSA is used to determine eligibility for federal aid, such as Pell grants, as well as for aid awarded by individual colleges and universities.

The important way to help is to understand the process, FAFSA does not calculate the amount of student financial aid you will receive.

Before filling out the FAFSA, prepare all of the documents and information you’ll need to complete the form.

The information includes a Federal Student Aid ID. If you haven’t created one, you

will need to do this before completing the application.

A Driver’s license number is needed as well and the most recent federal income tax information or tax return.

W-2 forms from jobs and all other records of money earned Bank statements and account balances, records of investments, and untaxed income.

When you file your FAFSA, the data you provide will be used to calculate your estimated family contribution also be sure to include the amount of income you make it has a big impact on the amount on both students and parents will need to provide their federal income tax returns that were filed the previous year if applicable.

Colleges might even require the forms earlier, so make sure you meet deadlines that apply.

In order to qualify for financial aid, you must submit the FAFSA every year, even if your financial situation hasn’t changed.

If you need to submit the application in face to face.

Make sure you come into the Administration building and speak to someone in the financial aid office.

Computers are available inside the building to work on Your FAFSA. The office will be sure to help with any confusion or explain other steps needed to complete the process to make the FAFSA process easy and understandable.

The federal filing deadline is June 30, but some states might differentiate.

But, FAFSA applications for 2019-2020 are now open and is best to submit as soon as possible, to avoid delays and additional paperwork.

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The Battle of Words & Witches: Banks vs Del Rey

LUIS GUITTERAZ/EPM When it comes to casting herself as the villain, Azealia Banks has risen her wand of opinions against Lana Del Rey. Both women are known to have an affliation with using witchcraft.

CESAR E. GONZALEZ Opinion Editor

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hen it comes to controversy in the tabloids one name always comes to mind, Azealia Banks. Banks is a well-known music artist, producer, and rapper. After her 2017 album, Slay-Z, she worked in releasing her top singles, “Treasure Island” and “Anna Wintour.” She has also made a debut in the documentary, “Love Beats Rhymes” and has been featured on tracks with several artists like Childish Gambino and Fall Out Boy. However, through her career as a musician Banks holds the title for being the queen of controversy.

No social media platform is safe from the rants and raves of Banks. Twitter is a very familiar app in which Banks uses to express her opinions and feelings towards various subjects, and at times towards many celebrities and other musicians.

For example, searching “Azealia Banks vs” on Google’s search-bar a vast list appears from Beyonce,

SZA, TI, Elon Musk, Grimes, Cardi B, Zayn Malik, Lupe Fiasco, Sarah Palin, Russell Crowe…the list is

brought to her attention, Banks took to Twitter to state her opinion on the matter, “Wow okay

in an immediate victory for the white woman due to societal circumstances,” she tweeted, “You

actually very huge to name them all.

Last but definitely not least, Banks’ latest “Twitter beef” is with singer and artist, Lana Del Rey. Recapping the incident: Kanye West’s latest Instagram post (before he deleted his account) was him wearing a MAGA hat which he claimed to be representing America becoming one whole and abolishing the 13th amendment. Del Rey’s reply basically shunned West for supporting Trump. After it being

Lana, this would be cute if you were consistent with your outrage and refused to collab with ASAP rocky who has physically assaulted women too,” Banks tweeted, “To me this just looks like the typical White woman taking using a weakened target to ‘pretend’ to be an ally.”

Banks made allegations against Del Rey opposing her comments about West’s support of the president. “Especially because you know that a white woman vs a black male will result

wouldn’t dare challenge a black woman on her opinion because you don’t have that (much of a) social prejudice in place between.”

Banks then suggested that Del Rey apologize to West saying, “You would never in your white mind try to battle ME on my ideas ... I suggest you apologize to Kanye for trying to selectively make him complicit in 45’s abuse of women simple for agreeing with parts of his ideology while you frolic through

“You would never in your white mind try to battle ME on my ideas ... I suggest you apologize to Kanye for trying to selectively make him complicit in 45’s abuse of women simple for agreeing with parts of his ideology while you frolic through society with other black male abusers.”

Kylie Jenner’s Q&A

want her to have a very feminine name.”

Fan 7: What is the longest your and Jordyn Woods have been apart?

KJ: “So maybe a month.

Isn’t it crazy we have only been apart for like a month since we met?”

Fan 8: Who does Storm remind you the most of in your family?

ARLINE CHAIDEZ Reporter

arline.chaidez0556@my.riohondo.edu

Fan 1: What is your favorite song on “Astro World”

Kylie Jenner: “Besides all of them...’Everyone’ probably.”

Fan 2: What your favorite KKW beauty product?

KJ: “Right now i’m using the contour sticks a lot, love the contour sticks and the powders.”

Fan 3: “How did Jenner and Jordyn Woods bestfriend meet and how old were they?

KJ: “Umm I think 15...14 maybe and I told her to come over. And she just came over to my house put her number in my phone, put a purple heart next to it and it still has the same purple heart.”

Fan 4:Jenner is asked will you be having another baby?

KJ: “I want another baby but when is the question and i’m definitely not ready right this

society with other black male abusers.”

Banks basically told Del Rey that is isn’t fair to hold West accountable for the president’s past allegations, but instead Banks is holding Del Rey responsible for giving in and supporting someone like ASAP Rocky who did assault a female fan back in 2013. The claws really are out in this debate.

Soon after Banks’ took a stab at Del Rey’s appearance saying she had a 27-year old’s face but a 60-year old lady’s body. Ouch. So, Del Rey responded of course via Twitter: “u know the addy. Pull up anytime. Stay it to my face.

But if I were you- I wouldn’t.”

Beef aside, both ladies make VERY STRONG valid points. Del Rey believes that someone like Trump should not be supported for his weak representation as the 45th president, and Banks believes that society is still stuck in a racist America. Whatever the case both “witches” will stand by their words and opinions...guess we can call it “bitch-craft.”

KJ: “I think that her personality is just like Kendall and her dad, she is just like her dad but she does look like me… she is obsessed with her dad though they have this crazy connection and she’s definitely a daddy’s girl and it’s cute to watch, when dads around I’m not even there it’s like she doesn’t even see me but its cool whatever.”

Rio-Replies

Getty Kylie Jenner stays interacting with her fans via social media sites like Snapchat, Twitter, & Instagram. second and i don’t know when I will be, but yeah when I do I would love to share more of that with you guys.”

Fan 5: What will you and Stormi be for Halloween?

KJ: “I want it to be a surprise for you guys.”

Fan 6: Favorite car?

“The one that is the most special to me that i’ve bought, Ferrari but my favorite car all around is the raith?”

KJ: I have you thought of baby names for your baby?

“I have but I haven’t found anything that I love love but I definitely want another girl and I

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cerns, and stories can be sent to:

If you ever want advice that’s kept 100, look no further. Our good friend, Rey Replies is here to help.

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And you don’t have to worry about publicizing your identity.

Here at Rio-Replies we respect everyone’s privacy.

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Today’s question is from studiousgurl69@yahoo.com: How can I wear a slutty costume this year but also stay warm?

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NOAH GARCIA / ASSOCIATE EDITOR This is the winner of the child’s Catrin contest , Avery Lomeli October 14. 2018 - Her outfit was styled our of the respect of her ancestors and courage and strength the women in her family have shown, with her gun having been owned by her great, great grandfather. She and her mother (Pictured in the lower right of the last page of this spread,) entered the competition last year.

COMMUNITY Casita de Pueblo Presents

Dia de Los

Muertos Festival

Noah Garcia Associate Editor

noah.garcia3720@my.riohondo.edu

Casita del Pueblo’s annual Dia de Los Muertos Art and Music Festival filled the streets of uptown Whittier, Sunday, October 15.

The streets were filled with altars, a car show, vendors,

food trucks, performers, face painters and live music.

From ten to six p.m. the uptown area was bustling with thousands of people there to honor those who have died and partake in the event’s festivities, sample the sounds, visuals and tastes of the holiday.

Some of the more prominent events featured was the tribute car show, Danza Az-

teca performers as well as the Catrin/ Catrina Contest.

The Tribute car show was composed of several local car clubs, many of which were donned with altars.

The ages of each car varied, as well as style and model- with many of them being decorated as bases for personal altars. The Aztec

NOAH GARCIA / ASSOCIATE EDITOR Cars such as this lined the streets during the Los Muertos Festival, October 14. 2018 - This 1950’s Chevy Bel Air was decorated with a memorial to the past.

NOAH GARCIA / ASSOCIATE EDITOR Dozens of Make up artists were posted up at the event, October 14. 2018 - the Catrin style has become and iconic symbol of Los muertos as well as Latino culture. It was developed

by Mexican printmaker, Cartoonist and lithographer Jose Guadalupe Posada as a satirical portrait of those Mexican Natives who were trying to adopt the European Aristocratic traditions rather than their own rich culture.

dance performers (Azteca dancers) officially started off the event by announcing the purpose of Los Muertos and blessing the area.

A pathway of marigolds (cempasuchitl) lined Greenleaf St. As well as a section of Bright st. ; their performance pathway.

The Catrin contest drew several participants, Catrin being the a expression of the tradition of honoring the dead, a style which was developed in 1910 which has become a Los Muertos icon.

Casita de lPueblo translates to the House of the village, a business which is run

by Yolanda Garcia.They sell artwork, handcrafted jewelry, Latino themed merchandise, clothing, statues and more.

The 14th anniversary of the store was this year; a space that was made when Garcia, who worked as a 5th grade teacher at the time, wanted to cultivate a cultural space where her students could share their art.

Garcia stated that,

“I think when we have event like this[Los Muertos] I feel also empowered not only personally, but by the empowerment of the businesses...”

When Garcia put together her first altar (alongside the first year of being

open) her store window had eggs thrown at it.

She brushed off the discouragement and saw through it to see the positive response she soon received from the community. Soon the event grew bigger and what began as a simple gallery opening, had by the fourth year, taken over bright street, with Sundays event being over ten blocks. She feels that they event is,

“An opportunity to create dialogue to bring cultural relevance and the acceptance of people and new business.”

What began as a simple gallery opening, took over bright street by the fourth year, now being over ten blocks.

Dia de Los Muertos is a cultural Latino tradition which, at its core, is a celebration of the deceased life, death and the cycle of which all passes through.They have celebration in the middle of October, rather than during the actual holiday, to promote the awareness of the celebration and to prep those for the upcoming holiday.

This year, La Casa worked with Lalo Alcaraz REACH, Nickelodeon, L.A. county Supervisor Janice Hahn, Kustom Oldies West Coast. The store has even been featured in a National Geographic article on Latino culture.

Day of the Dead 2018 in the U.S. is on Wednesday October 31, ending on Friday, November 2. For more content from the event, search using the hash-tag Losmuertosuptown.

The cacophonous storm of our daily lives can turn itself into an destructive routine that we partake of every day. It is important to take time to celebrate yourself, family, friends and your community.

When the community comes together for events such as Casitas’ Los Muertos, we can all be reminded of the warming and powerful energy that’s created when we all come together and celebrate.

Life and death are the eternal cycle- the universe being in a constant state of creation and destruction. The moment we embrace chaos and truly cherish our pasts, then we can look forward to the future.

Casita Del Pueblos event has become a strong communal focal point for comradely and strength. As we come together to honor our dead, we honor ourselves.

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SPORTS

Men’s Soccer Beats Panthers Rio Hondo 3 | 2 Chaffey

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Conference The Roadrunners are now 2-11 in conference, sitting second place behind Mt. SAC whom they’ve defeated in their first encounter a month ago. The teams play again Oct. 30.

Key Attackers Tobias Garcia-Mendez has emerged as the teams goal-scorer. The freshman center forward has scored four goals in the Roadrunners past four matches.

Weak Defense Rio’s defense began strong the season allowing just seven goals in ten games. It’s been a rought patch as of late as Rio have conceded nine goals during four games in October.

Strong Attack IGNACIO CERVANTES / EPN

In the Roadrunners 3-2 win over Chaffey, Rio found it tough finishing off the Panthers despite an early 3-1 lead.

IGNACIO CERVANTES Sports Editor

ignacio.cervantes8813@my.riohondo.edu

Tuesday, Oct. 9, Juan Pablo Jimenez’s second half goal secured a Rio Hondo men’s soccer team 3-2 win against the Chaffey College Panthers at Rio’s soccer field.

Jimenez, a freshman forward, capped off an evening of hard work by the Roadrunners in the 47th minute with a header that went over the head of Chaffey goalkeeper Oscar Carbajal. The Roadrunners were in command but the visitors made it tough for the host as Rio allowed Chaffey back in the game two times.

“We won it. It was ugly, but we won it,” said Rio head coach Orlando Brenes before mentioning that the team’s only defect this season has been finishing teams off early when given the opportunity.

A 2-0 lead late in the first half for the Roadrunners seemed to put the Panthers out of the contest but Rio’s inability to keep control allowed Chaffey to cut the lead in half.

Sophomore midfielder Ricky Sotello scored his second of the season in the ninth minute before substitute freshman forward Tobias Garcia scored his fifth of the year for Rio in the 39th min-

ute to put the Roadrunners up 2-0. A counter-attacking goal from the Panthers’ sophomore defender Adrian Macia made it 2-1 just before the break.

“And that’s our goal, to play 90 minutes,” said Brenes when asked about his team’s lack of concentration in short spells during matches, “I would say we played 80 minutes today [in full concentration]. We gave up a couple goals that I don’t think we should have given up but hey, it happens.”

Jimenez’s tally early in the second half put the Roadrunners ahead by two goals for the second time in the

Since the start of September, the Roadrunners have scored in every game but one while scoring twice in seven games out of 11. game to add security which ended up being required as Chaffey’s sophomore forward Ricardo Collado scored to cut the lead to one goal with 15 minutes left.

“I think we’re doing good, we’re in second place right now so we just have to beat Mt. SAC and we should be able to take first,” said game-winning goal scorer Jimenez.

Up next the Roadrunners take a break from South Coast Conference play as a quartet of non-conference matches loom. The next home match will be against Long Beach City on Friday, Oct. 19, with a 6 p.m. kickoff.

Men’s Polo JACOBO GARRIDO Reporter

jacobo.garrido9991@my.riohondo.edu

Rio Hondo men’s Water Polo (4-17) fell to South Coast Conference powerhouse the Long Beach City College Vikings (13-4) at Long Beach’s pool 21 to 7.

Leaving Rio Hondo with a 1-4 record in conference, Long Beach, ranked as high as two in Southern California last season, and remains at no. 1 in the conference.

Although the game was a tough loss for the visitors, two Roadrunners stood out throughout the game as no. 5 redshirt freshman Daniel Mendez recorded a season high five goals in the loss while no. 1 sophomore Hennessy Avila recorded ten blocks in goal.

Scoring back to back goals the Roadrunners took a quick 2-0 lead to start the game. The Vikings answered with five unanswered goals ending the quarter with a 5-2 lead over the Roadrunners.

The start of the second Rio Hondo pressed the attack finding the back of the net three times before Long Beach could find an answer.

Tying the game at 5-5 with 4 minutes left in the second quarter but Rio’s defense could not contain the Viking’s attack as they scored 8 goals to end the quarter 13-5.

The Roadrunners would score two more goals in the fourth quarter but that would be as close as they’d get ultimately losing to a final score of 21-7.

Next up for Rio is a tournament at Santa Monica College Friday, Oct. 19.

Women’s Volleyball Unable to Oust Inexperience Woes Rio head coach Teddi Esko says her team were over-confident before stepping on the court and jumped ahead thinking they had the match won without getting to work and finishing the job.

MICHAEL KHURAIBET Reporter

michael.khuraibet1864@my.riohondo.edu

Wednesday, Oct. 10, Rio Hondo College lost to the Pasadena City College Lancers in three sets, continuing the Lady Roadrunners rough season.

The loss comes after a win against Mt. San Antonio and a narrow defeat against Chaffey College earlier this month. Rio head coach Teddi Esko said she was unhappy with her team’s performance against the Lancers.

“I don’t know if we overshot our confidence, but we lacked it overall,” Esko said.

“When PCC stepped out, we really started battling. We didn’t respond.”

El Paisano sports editor Ignacio Cervantes said 85 percent of the team is in its first season of community college athletics. Esko made clear that age or experience are not enough to keep the team down.

“There are a couple players who have progressed nicely [and] responded well to the world of college versus high school club,” Esko said. “But I think it has impacted us negatively in some ways. Case in point, tonight.”

The Lady Roadrunners have been facing an uphill battle since the season started, with two losses right out of the gate. The team’s record right now is 4-11. Esko seemed confident they could

turn that record around before the season ends.

“If you look at our stats, our passing percentage [was] .270,” Esko said. “Our goal is to be .250 to .350. So, we’re in that range that’s putting up something we can work with.”

Coach Esko did not share her plan of action going into the next match against the East Los Angeles College Huskies tomorrow, Oct. 17.

With the reality check of Wednesday’s game, the Lady Roadrunners will have to bring a different attitude for tomorrow. Whether this mentality will carry on through the rest of the season remains to be seen.

First serve against ELAC

is set for 6 p.m. at the Rio Hondo Gymnasium. A win against the Huskies would

give the Lady Roadrunners a lifeline in conference where they can improve to 2-2.

MICHAEL KHURAIBET / EPN

With substitutes looking on, freshman libero Janine Coria (white) digs a pass and starts her offenses first move. The Lady Roadrunners went on to drop the game and their conference record to 1-2. The next game for the Lady Roadrunners is tomorrow against East Los Angeles at Rio.

Sports World Scores Women’s Soccer 2-0 Loss vs. Chaffey 4-1 Win vs LA Harbor

Women’s Water Polo 17-4 Loss vs. Long Beach City College

Men’s Soccer 1-1 Tie vs. LA Harbor

Men’s Water Polo 21-5 Loss vs Saddleback College

Los Angeles Dodgers 6-5 Loss @ Milwaukee 4-3 Win @ Milwaukee

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