World Series Bound
Wednesday October 21, 2020
Vol. 61 Issue 6
Dodgers complete 3-1 NLCS comeback, advance to their third World Series in the last four years.
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he Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their third National League Pennant in the last four years, defeating the Atlanta Braves in Game 7 of the National League Championship Series by a final score of 4-3 Sunday night. The win completed the Dodgers comeback from being down 3-1 in the series to win the final three games and clinch the pennant. After losing three of their first four games in the series, the Dodgers looked to climb a steep, uphill battle to make a comeback. The Dodgers were able to get a huge 7-3 Game 5 victory and 3-1 Game 6 victory propelling them to get to a Game 7. Dodger catcher Will Smith’s three-run home run in the sixth inning against same name opponent and Braves reliever Will Smith gave the Dodgers the lead in Game 5 would put them ahead for good. Game 6 would see the Dodgers plate three in the first, backed by six strong innings from Dodgers starter Walker Buehler to help the Dodgers advance to Game 7.
As for the series-deciding Game 7, the ball would go to Dodgers’ rookie Dustin May. With the Braves already having rookie Ian Anderson set to take the mound on their side, the matchup against May created the first-ever winner take all Game 7 matchup with two rookies starting for both teams. May would only pitch for about an inning or two with the game plan the Dodgers were going for in Game 7. May had started two days before in Game 5 and would seemingly be used in the “opener” role (Opener- Pitcher who starts a game with the intention of being replaced very quickly by another pitcher after an inning or two). The game plan would stick, but that would come at the expense of May giving up the first run of the night in the top of the first. After back to back walks to Ronald Acuna Jr and Freddie Freeman, the Braves Marcell Ozuna would drive in the first run of the ball game with an RBI single. The Braves would cash in again in the top of the second, off of newly entered Dodgers pitcher Tony Gonsolin. Braves
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Former Boston Red Sox player and current LA Dodger player Mookie Betts (50) has a .302 career batting average along with 1,000 hits in his seven seasons with the MLB. The 28-year-old Nashville native is a three-time Silver Slugger, four-time AllStar, and four-time Golden Glove Winner.
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(L-R) Justin Turner (10) Cody Bellinger (35) and Max Muncy (13) celebrate Enrique Hernandez 5th career home run against the Braves. All three stars have participated in their last 2018 NL Championship Series win. shortstop Dansby Swanson greeted Gonsolin with a leadoff home run, putting the Braves up 2-0. Through the first two innings, the Dodgers were able to get runners in scoring position but failed to cash in both times. It was in the bottom half of the third that would see the Dodgers put runners in scoring position again, this time on second and third. Will Smith, after a pivotal go-ahead home run in Game 5 of the series, had the opportunity to bring the Dodgers right back into the game. Smith proceeded the beat the Braves again, hitting right through the shift and lining a grounder into right-center field, plating in Justin Turner and Max Muncy on the play to tie the ball game at 2. The game would not stay tied for long as Austin Riley would drive in the Braves go-ahead run in the top of the fourth with a single, scoring Ozzie Albies. Riley, even after capitalizing with a go-ahead hit, made a crucial baserunning error that followed. With runners at second and third with no outs, Braves veteran outfielder Nick Markakis grounded a ball to Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner who threw to home and proceeded to tag out Dansby Swanson on a run down. On the same play, as Turner tagged out Swanson, Turner would proceed to throw out Riley at third for a crucial double play. Another game-changing defensive gem would come in
the top of the fifth, one by a familiar Dodger: Mookie Betts. It was Betts defensive plays in Game 5 and Game 6 that many of his teammates accredited to help keep the Dodgers in the series and Game 7 would bring about the same story. Betts robbed what would have been a solo home run from Braves veteran and perennial MVP Freddie Freeman. Both bullpens kept things in check until the bottom half of the sixth. Kiké Hernandez would pinch-hit for Joc Pederson at DH to start the Dodgers half of the sixth, with Braves lefty reliever A.J Minter on the mind. Hernandez would battle seven pitches into the at-bat fouling everything in sight. The eighth pitch would prove the charm, as Hernandez deposited a game-tying home run deep into the Texas night. It was until the seventh inning that things would change with Cody Bellinger at the plate. Bellinger, the 2019 NL MVP, had his fair share of moments throughout the series, but none came bigger than this one. After another seven-pitch battle against a Braves reliever, this time Chris Martin, Bellinger launched a go-ahead solo home run on the eight-pitch of the atbat, giving the Dodgers the lead for good. The go-ahead home run would be everything needed for the Dodgers’ Julio Urias. Urias would pitch the final three innings of the ballgame, getting the final out of the ballgame on
a Riley fly out to Cody Bellinger. With raw emotion, the Dodgers celebrated the victory after the final out, with all the players and staff hugging each other right near the pitcher’s mound. After the game, the Dodgers were presented with the Warren C. Giles National League Championship trophy and it was Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager who won NLCS series MVP. Seager hit 5 home runs and drove in 11 runs in the series, both NLCS records. Seager’s pivotal home runs in game 5 gave the Dodgers much need insurance to their lead and his first inning home run off of Max Fried jump-started a three-run first inning in Game 6. “Defensively, pitching, game-calling, planning, everything. We grinded all the way through this series,” Seager said after the game. An emotional Dodgers manager, Dave Roberts, also said, “Our fans have stuck together, these guys [the organization] has stuck together, we have more work to do, but for the Dodgers fans… we’re thinking about you. And this year is our year, this is our year!” The Dodgers comeback series victory sets up a date with the American League Champion Tampa Bay Rays in the World Series. Games 1 and 2 are set for Tuesday and Wednesday night respectively, with Game 1 set for 5:09 PT and Game 2 set for 5:08 PT, with all games being televised on Fox.
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City of Whittier Extends Outdoor Promenade through 2021 Juan Huerta News Editor
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ack in March businesses all around the world were forced to close temporarily but for some businesses closing permanently became the best option for them. After 2 long months and many permeant store front closures later. Businesses were allowed to open once again but with strict guidelines. Thankfully the city of Whittier allowed for all restaurants to apply to partake in the Greenleaf Promenade that would allow local businesses to open outdoor dining and extend their capacities while still following the CDC guidelines and staying safe. The promenade was approved for 4 months and was supposed to shut down by October 25. This week the Whittier City Council voted to keep the promenade for another 120 days which would
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extend through the rest of this year and end within the first 2 months of 2021. This is major news for local businesses since they now know they will have a way to stay opened through the covid-19 pandemic. Local businesses were hit tremendously and left many unemployed. Local restaurant owner mentioned “keeping our store front opened and taking care of our employees was our biggest concern when we were hit with the news back in March. Today we are thankful to be serving the people of our beautiful town and providing work for all of our employees.” Local residents that are part of the Whittier Uptown Association, partook in survey that asked 6 questions regarding the extension of The Greenleaf Promenade. 97% of participants are in favor of the promenade and feel that it’s a great experience while still staying safe.
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Whittier City Council urges local residents to practice social distancing while visiting public areas. Local businesses are needed to keep the local economy afloat. All businesses pay local taxes that go to city improvements, recreation areas,
schools, and roads. Small local businesses are an essential part of every city which is why its important to support small business whenever you can,
2020 Day of the Dead Events
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here have been many events canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Although some events have transferred to online. Day of the Dead is coming up and although there is a pandemic happening, there are going to be events to honor those who have passed away. Below are Day of the Dead celebrations happening in Los Angeles. • Grand Park 's Downtown Día de los Muertos (Oct. 24-Nov. 4) You can go see altar installations throughout Grand Park (200 N. Grand Ave, Los Angeles) from 5 A.M. -10 P.M daily. At the Music Center Plaza, there will be digital altars and two photo exhibits. There will be a free workshop at 1 P.M. on Oct. 24 and a live performance on Nov. 1 at 4 P.M. on the Grand Park’s Youtube Channel. • Los Muertos Uptown Celebration (Oct. 24-25) It is an outdoor event organized by the Casita Del Pueblo art shop. It is usually a large event in Uptown Whittier, but it will be smaller this year. It will be at the art shop (Casita Del Pueblo, 13100 Philadelphia St., Whittier). There will be a patio where up to 18 people will be able to see altars, an art show, and vendors in 45-minute time blocks. Masks and social distancing will be required. Each ticket for adults will be $15 and $25 for VIP. Tickets for children will be $10 each. • La Catrina Día de los Muer-
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Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a celebration to honor the deceased through food dishes, drinks, dancing, and parties. tos Art Installation in Santa Monica (Oct. 31-Nov. 2) This event will take place at Santa Monica Beach (Third Street Promenade, 1351 Third St. Promenade, Santa Monica). There will be nine catrinas (female skeletons) located throughout the Promenade and Santa Monica Pier. Ricardo Soltero, an artist, created the colorful catrinas.
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San Pedro Día de los Muertos Festival (Nov. 1-2) There will be two installations across Downtown San Pedro. Details are being straightened out. Although, face masks will be required to go see the installations. For those who choose to stay at home during these celebrations, there will be virtual events.
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Pasadena Tournament of Roses Día de los Muertos Art Competition (End on Oct. 28) The Tournament of Roses will put on a virtual competition for young talents. Artists between ages 4-18 will be able to submit their creative artworks by noon on Oct. 28. There will be a chance to win prizes such as gift cards. The Day of the Dead
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should be incorporated into the artwork. It can be face painting, artworks, floral arrangements, and more. There will be three age categories, 4-8, 9-13, and 14-18. Winners will be revealed on Nov. 2. • L.A. Plaza de Cultura y Artes (Oct. 26 at 3 P.M.) This event will offer free online classes about the history of Día de los Muertos. Also, free classes about mole and how to make it. Classes will be held online on their Facebook. • Día de los Muertos at Forest Lawn (Nov.1 from Noon-2 P.M.) It will be streamed on the Forest Lawn’s Facebook page. The event will show altars and catrina sculptures. There will be folkloric dance performance by the Folklorico Internacional. The music will be by Mariachi Juvenil Herencia Mexicana. The Bob Baker Marionette Theater troupe will be performing a puppet show. • Riverside Day of the Dead (Nov. 3 and Nov. 9) The event will be online and on your television. It will air on the city’s television program on Nov. 3. There are going to be sugar skull demo classes, Aztec dance performances, and how-to-bake classes such as pan de muerto. Artwork and altars will be featured. On Nov. 9, it will stream online through the Riverside Day of the Dead Instagram page. Día de los Muertos is coming up soon. Be sure to check out the events celebrating the deceased.
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Rio Hondo Ranked 15th In Nation by Hispanic Outlook On Education
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n Oct. 12, rankings for the top 100 best schools in the nation serving Hispanic students was announced. These rankings are based on the overall quality of education colleges across the US provide for Hispanic students, the 2018-19 student data is analyzed to provide an accurate ranking. Rio Hondo College was awarded 15th overall and third for awarding Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences degrees. The list is published every year by the Hispanic Outlook on Education Magazine. 79.2 percent of students at Rio Hondo are part of hispanic heritage. In 2018-19, 2,924 students of the hispanic heritage earned degrees and certificates from Rio Hondo College.
Rio Hondo makes this possible by providing many resources that are targeted at Latino Students. The Puente Project, LEGAICE, the Student Success and Dream Center,Free Legal Services for Undocumented Students, Students without Boarders and Rio Raices are some of the programs the college provides for hispanic students, these programs are meant to create a positive environment for students to thrive. for those dealing with challeges while attending Rio Hondo and allowing for these students to focus on their eduation. On the Rio Hondo website, Superintendent/President Teresa Dreyfuss said. “Río Hondo College is deeply committed to all of our students, many of whom face incredible challenges as they pursue their dreams of higher education.”
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The Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education is an American biweekly magazine which focuses on Hispanic education in institutions of higher learning.
UC Virtual College Tours Happening in October and November
The list above was provided by the Rio Hondo Transfer Center, for more information on how to sign up for the any of the college tours listed, check out the transfer centers website where you can find plenty of resources that are covid friendly and useful for anyone looking to transfer this year.
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Hubie Halloween Review Raymond Luna
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Hubie Halloween is now available for streaming on Netflix.
re you looking to get into the Halloween spirit? Netflix has you covered with Adam Sandlers new slapstick comedy, Hubie Halloween. With the lack of new movies coming from the entertainment industry, Hubie Halloween comes and sheds a little light on these dark times. With actors such as; Noah Schnapp (Stranger Things), Kevin James (Grown Ups), and Paris Berelc (Disney's Lab Rats), it sets up for a fun, good time with lots of laughs. The film has a very Water Boy and Little Nicky tone to it, so if you're okay with that type of humor, you're in the right place. The film takes place on
Halloween night in Salem, Massachusetts. Hubie Dubois (Adam Sandler) is the town's community volunteer who ensures everyone has a fun and safe Halloween. Unfortunately, the city doesn't take him so seriously. They often bully him, throw things at him, and make fun of him. It isn't until Hubie is involved in a real investigation as people disappear in Salem on Halloween night. The movie isn't all that bad. It is a lighthearted film that you can watch with your family. Of course, it is PG-13 so expect some adult jokes thrown in the mix and inappropriate behavior. So if you're tired of the constant reruns of Hocus Pocus, give Hubie Halloween a watch. Hubie Halloween gets a 6.5/10
Time for Game Night! Alyson Gonzalez Editor-in-Chief
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uring the COVID-19 pandemic, people are getting bored because almost all entertaining activities are closed. Although public entertainment is closed, there are other ways to have fun. It’s time to play some games and not electronic games, but board games. You can play Monopoly or Pictionary, but how about a food-themed board game. Kraft Heinz has developed a food-themed board game that will bring your family together. They teamed up with game publisher Big G Creative to help create an iconic food brand game. It is a 3-pack board game with a Heinz dice
game, a Jell-O card game, and a Kraft macaroni and cheese matching game. The board game has the same appearance as the food packaging and is recommended for ages eight and up. Each game takes about 20 minutes to complete. Families are stuck at home, and an iconic food brand game would make their night exceptional. The Vice President of Kraft Heinz Marketing said, “We are always looking for ways to surprise & delight consumers who love our brands, so we’re excited about this opportunity, especially with the extra time everyone is spending at home right now.” The Kraft Heinz Variety Game Pack is available for sale at Target stores for $19.99. Family dinner just got more interesting.
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The Kraft Heinz Variety Game Pack comes with three different games inspired by the food brands. They are on sale all over Target stores.
The Ninth Day Review Lorenzo Arce Reporter
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olker Schlöndorff is the director of this 2004 foreign drama film. The Ninth Day is based on Pfarrerblock 25487, a journal of Father Jean Bernard, a Catholic priest and, Holocaust survivor. The movie follows Reverend Henri Kremer ( played by Ulrich Matthes), a prisoner at the Dachau, a concentration camp during World War II. He was incarcerated with fellow priests for speaking out against the Nazi occupation of Luxembourg. Kremer is beaten and witnesses the crucifixion of other inmates before being released on leave. After returning home, he is ordered by
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The Reverend (right) watches as prisoners erect crosses before leaving the concentration camp. An SS Officer (left) escorts him.
Gebhardt, a Gestapo lieutenant and former priest candidate, to persuade the Bishop of Luxembourg to submit to Nazi religious policies or be sent back to the camp. Kremer is urged by his siblings and brother-in-law to escape the country and rejoin the resistance. He is unwilling to flee because Gebhardt threatened to order the execution of his imprisoned friends if he tries to escape. Kremer learns about Gebhardt’s former deployment in a death camp in Eastern Europe and fully understands the lieutenant’s intentions. For refusing to collaborate, Kremer is sent back to Dachau but survives the Holocaust. Despite being released in the 2000s, The Ninth Day looks
much older. The clarity of the film is foggy, shaky, and the sound is a little muffled. It was probably filmed like this to add to the chaos and uncertainty. The movie itself is in German and slower than most Hollywood films. Matthes played a convincing holocaust victim and even looked exhausted and hungry. Gebhardt’s justification of Judahs being a saint may be disturbing to some viewers but offers a glimpse of the twisted Nazi philosophy. The story itself is a rare look at the persecution of Catholics by Nazi Germany on film. The author recommends this movie to anyone interested in World War II and foreign films.
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Billie Eilish and her "Unusual Clothes" Leslie Lopez A&E Editor
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n society, some people consider one to look perfect based on their size. Meanwhile, others accept how one looks without any judgments. Billie Eilish, who is an 18-yearold singer, would get judged based on her looks. Because of her oversized clothes, some people assumed how skinny she was, and others got mad because she did not expose her skin. For example, one would not find pictures of Eilish posing sexually with bikinis. Photos that paparazzi took of Billie Eilish were published and became viral. Eilish is wearing clothes that are usually from the ones we have seen her on stage before. She usually wore oversized clothes and hardly showed any skin. In the photo, it seems that the clothes are more form-fitting compared to her usual oversized clothes. As a result of this photo becoming viral, people on Twitter began to investigate the image, especially the one where the person who mentioned “in 10 months Billie Eilish has developed a mid-30’s wine mom body.” and some found it upsetting.
The photos of her clothes are not something to be excited about. Eilish is wearing typical clothes as any other person would. If she wore crazy clothes like Lady Gaga, then that’s a different story. It is sad to see how many people tweet terrible comments based on how she looks. It seems like those people are trying to find a reason to bring Eilish down. Eilish’s goal is to have her voice heard and inspire people. It was never about doing a celebration of her body. Does anyone remember Eilish mentioning that her goal is to be thin? Of course not. You know what? There is one reason to make a celebration of our bodies. We should celebrate how we are healthy and should accept who we look like. It is understandable if some people prefer not to celebrate that. One should be allowed to wear what one desires. It does not matter who it is or how famous a person is, as long as one is happy. There is so much going on in this world, especially in 2020. We should be enjoying the small moments in life instead of criticizing what a person is wearing.
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Billie Eilish gets criticized for her looks since she is not wearing her usual oversized clothes.
Borat: Cultural Learning of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan Lorenzo Arce
counters, Borat is stopped from kidnapping Anderson with the “traditional marriage sack” and marries an African American prostitute named Luenell after returning home. Borat is a mockumentary film, a movie shot as a documentary with staged events. The difference between this movie and others like the paranormal activity series is many of the people depicted believed they were participating in a real documentary. Scenes such as Borat singing a parody of Kazakhstan’s national anthem at a rodeo and interrupting a weather forecaster on live TV were staged without the other participants’ knowledge. Every Islamic nation has banned Borat for its racial and crude jokes. The movie got a few laughs out of the writer, but he warns it is not for the faint of heart. Some of the jokes and nude scenes may be off-putting to more sensitive individuals.
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es, that is the real title. The film Borat directed by Larry Charles, was released worldwide in 2006 and immediately became a controversial cult comedy. Amazon Prime has begun streaming this film ahead of the release of its sequel later this month. It’s about Borat Sagdiyev (played by Sacha Baron Cohen), a television reporter from Kazakhstan who is sent to America to make a documentary on behalf of the Ministry of Information. He is a stereotypical, vulgar Eastern European who is alien to western etiquette. After arriving in New York with his producer Azamat Bagatov (played by Ken Davitian) and his pet chicken, he falls In love with Pamela Anderson after seeing her on Baywatch. Borat cancels most of his original interviews then proceeds to drive an old ice cream truck to California with intentions of marrying Pamela after learning his wife, Oksana, is killed by a bear. After multiple edgy and cringy en-
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Borat Subsequent Moviefilm: Delivery of Prodigious Bribe to American Regime for Make Benefit Once Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan is the title of the upcoming sequel. It will be released on Oct. 23rd.
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Rams Come Up Short Losing to 49ers 24-16
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he Rams traveled up north to face their NFC West rival 49ers and lost big time, losing 24-16. Here’s what we learned from Sunday Night Football’s tussle at Levi’s Stadium: Coming off an eight sack performance last week against Washington, the Rams’ defense failed to register a single quarterback takedown. San Francisco quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo faced little pressure from L.A., completing 23 of his 33 passes for 268 yards and a triad of touchdowns. On San Francisco’s opening drive, Deebo Samuel caught a short pass from Jimmy G and was met by four Rams defenders. His knee never touched the ground, and what would’ve been a 10 yard gain turned into a 35 yard race down the . That’s the kind of day it
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On 4th&goal, San Francisco cornerback Jason Verrett (22) intercepts a pass intended for Rams wide receiver Robert Wowods (17). The 49ers defeated the Rams 24-16 and improved their record to 3-3. was for this Rams defense. They at the Rams’ defense. Their to 99 second half yards. The did, however, tighten things up offense produced just as bad Goff-Kupp connection was out during the second half, limiting of a stinker. They couldn’t take of whack as well. On 3rd&the 49ers to only three points. advantage of the opportunigoal from the two yard line, But alas, it was not meant to be. ties awarded by their defense, Jared Goff rolled to his right You can’t just point fingers which limited San Francisco and threw a laser that slipped
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out of Cooper Kupp’s hands. Goff threw an interception the following play on fourth down. He also missed Kupp on a deep pass earlier in the game, overthrowing him by about four yards. If only Los Angeles could play the NFC East every week. All four of the Rams’ wins this season have come courtesy of the dreaded division; the four teams have a combined record of 5-17-1. Yikes. L.A. is now 0-2 against non-NFC East foes. They did almost overcome a 28-3 deficit against the Buffalo Bills, but they fell short thanks to a questionable pass interference call. We’ll just chalk this loss up as the Rams having a bad week. Things don’t get any easier for Los Angeles. Next week, they host Nick Foles and the 5-1 Chicago Bears at SoFi Stadium. Kickoff will take place at 5:15 PST on Monday Night Football on ESPN.
COVID-19 Positive Player Christiano Ronaldo Ends His World Cup Career in 2022 Enrique Medina Sports Editor
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amous footballer Cristiano Ronaldo made headlines earlier this past week, announcing the upcoming 2022 World Cup would be his last. On top of that, Ronaldo also tested positive for COVID-19 earlier this past week. The Portuguese Captain made his announcement in the midst of the group stages of the 2020-2021 UEFA Nations League. He made the announcement prior to a group stage game against 2018 World Cup Champions, France. During his time with the Portuguese National Team, Ronaldo has participated in four World Cups (2006, 2010, 2014, 2018). In an illustrious career with five Balon D’ors, five Champions League titles, a countless amount of awards and records that Ronaldo has broken, the one thing that is missing from his trophy cabinet is winning a World Cup Title for his native Portugal. Ronaldo has made it into the knockout round in three of the four World Cups he has participated in, but has lost in the round of sixteen twice (2010, 2018) and lost in the semi-final once in his first World Cup (2006). He has a combined seven goals throughout all of his trips to the
World Cup, scoring four in the past World Cup in Russia. Despite his excellence in the 2018 World Cup though, Ronaldo has still failed to score in any World Cup knockout game in his career. He will look to change his fortunes in Qatar in the 2022 World Cup, a World Cup that will be planned to be played for the first time ever during the winter. Ronaldo will be 37 years old come the 2022 tournament and despite his excellent physical condition, not all great things last forever. To go along with his recent announcement though, it was also announced Ronaldo had tested positive for COVID-19. The Portugal National Team confirmed the news, stating that Ronaldo is in isolation and was showing no signs of any symptoms. Ronaldo first tested positive on Monday night according to Portugal National Team manager Fernando Santos. With Portuguese players Jose Fonte and Anthony Lopes testing positive days before Ronaldo, Ronaldo became the third player in the past few days to test positive. Days later news came out that Ronaldo had broken protocols in Italy when returning to the country of his current club Juventus to quarantine. Ronaldo explained on his Instagram later that, “I never broke the
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Cristiano Ronaldo will be 37 years old by the 2022 World Cup. The Portugal Captain will have his eyes set in bringing his countries first World Cup Title in his last World Cup in 2022. protocol. Someone... says that I didn’t respect the protocol, that is simply a lie.” Ronaldo is currently still in quarantine in his home in
Turin, and due to the positive test results, Ronaldo was not able to participate in his club’s Juventus 1-1 draw on Saturday against Crotone in Serie A
action. His positive test will also leave him out of Juve’s opening Champions League match vs Dynamo Kyiv.
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2021 is All about Normality
Stephinie Phan for El Paisano Media This graphic is a depiction of the worlds state and as colorful as it is the probelms are all in the greys nothing is black and white and because we don't see it doesn't mean it isn't there. Its just not talked about and it should. The expectation of problems going away and Covid just doing the same is an unrealistic ideal everyone wished happened. Like a song happy tune sad lyrics. Stephinie Phan Opinion Editor
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et's have a recap of 2020; China had spread a deadly pandemic across the world where a lot of people got sick, and many died, the stock market was put upside down, stores were bought out of stock of toilet paper, water, and disinfected products, as well as medical products, were practically gone for a while. Schools, businesses, jobs, and livelihoods, even parks and malls were closed down mostly. Hospitals were backed up with patients. Everyone was working and doing school or
practically stuck at home in a self-quarantine. Black Lives Matter's movements started to form because of a build-up of injustices and police brutality, of course. A series of influencers doing really dumb things like looting, Karens being Karens, and people saying all this is a government conspiracy and wearing masks and such is taking away rights and everything all stores should be allowed to reopen. Covid checks are distributed either unfairly or none at all. And people are losing homes and such because they can't work and pay. The elections are around the corner, so drama and Mental Health are not the greatest. There is also
a string of stuff that's not even mentioned. In short, 2020 and excuse my language has been shit or "canceled," so to speak. The biggest irony of it all is that most people expect the second it's 2021 that everything will be normal again. They will go about their business as if it's that simple. That's not how this works. For some reason, everyone expects life to be back to normal in the coming year, and that needs to stop. Even if a Vaccine is created, we still need to take precautions for our health and the others around us, especially people who have higher risk factors if they got COVID. The
ones with compromised immune systems, elders, and even just being only weaker, they can't just be isolated for 14 days and hope that it's gone; they would most likely be bedridden and hospitalized or worse, dead. It's an unrealistic hope that everything is just gonna reopen during 2021 as if Covid is just gonna be gone. Yes, stores are slowly opening, yes you can eat outside of some store establishments. Yes, some schools, most colleges are attempting to come back with limited numbers in the Spring, but that does mean you can be crazy and shake everyone's hands. It's a selfish notion because your not
the only one who wants life to come back after we just took it for granted. Many are thinking liberation is just around the corner, and it's not. If anything, we have a higher chance of having another spike of Covid if we're not careful. This isn't Influenza. This isn't the Flu. This is its own thing, and we can't assume it's gonna be done with us. I believe it is better to be safe than sorry because this can take our loved ones, friends, children, or parents. This can handle even the whole world if we let it. And I don't know about anyone else, but as much as some would argue we need population control, I don't want to see anyone go like this.
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