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El Paisano

Rio Hondo College Newspaper

El Paisano

Rio Hondo College Newspaper

El Paisano

Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief

All content by Michael Khuraibet

Hippo Campus: Live at the Novo (“Bambi” Tour Review)

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief Feb 2, 2019

Since the release of their first EP in 2014, indie rock band Hippo Campus has slowly refined their craft. Their latest album, Bambi (2018), is the culmination of that effort. The record adds new musical...

Rio Talk: Working on Black Friday

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Erika Suarez, and Jake Laurell Nov 27, 2018

As the country celebrates Thanksgiving many people are rather camping outside of stores for Black Friday. Has black Friday become more important than Thanksgiving?

Women’s Volleyball: Roadrunners on the Road

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief Nov 14, 2018

The Rio Hondo women’s volleyball team began November with two away games at Chaffey College and Pasadena City College. After losing to both teams early last month, the Lady Roadrunners lost with an...

Rio Talk: Dating Apps

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Danielle Anzures, and Jennifer España Nov 13, 2018

When love is something that is hard to find take a break from searching and just swipe right.

Rio Round Up 10/15

Written by Michael Khuraibet and Arline Chaidez Oct 18, 2018

Stay updated on events going on at Rio Hondo College

Women’s Volleyball: Pasadena City College Defeats Lady Roadrunners

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief Oct 16, 2018

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...

Student Taken by Ambulance from Rio Hondo Health Center

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief Sep 5, 2018

A Rio Hondo College student was taken by ambulance from the Student Health & Psychological Services center Wednesday afternoon. Paramedics brought the male student out on a stretcher from the second...

An Evening of Dance: A Repertory Concert at Rio Hondo

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief May 12, 2018

The Rio Hondo College Dance Program hosted An Evening of Dance: A Repertory Concert on Thursday and Friday. Under the direction of Dr. Alyson Cartagena, the dance program is designed to "further the...

Amazon, You Need to Take “Cosby” Off Prime Video Right Now

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief May 4, 2018

Someone at Amazon missed a very important memo. One week ago, Bill Cosby was convicted of sexual assault. Earlier today, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences voted to expel Cosby and Roman Polanski,...

ASRHC Student Government Elections Currently Taking Place

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief May 2, 2018

Elections for The Associated Students of Rio Hondo College are happening now. The ASRHC student government is the students' voice among the Rio Hondo administration. Seventeen candidates are running for...

Rio Talks Starbucks Closing

Written by Sara Tabarez, Anthony Moreno, and Michael Khuraibet Apr 25, 2018

Is one day enough to learn how to not be biased?

Wildfire Breaks Out at Whittier Narrows Reservoir

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief Apr 21, 2018

A wildfire broke out Saturday afternoon in the Whittier Narrows Reservoir in Montebello. Traffic piled up on Rosemead Boulevard as dozens of spectators lined up along the guard rail to take pictures. The...

Former First Lady Barbara Bush Dies at 92

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief Apr 17, 2018

Barbara Bush, the former First Lady and wife of President George H.W. Bush, died Tuesday evening at age 92. According to CNN, Bush had been hospitalized over the course of the past year for Chronic Obstructive...

Mitzi Shore, Owner and Founder of the Comedy Store, Dies at 87

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief Apr 11, 2018

Mitzi Shore, owner and founder of the Comedy Store in Los Angeles, died at 87 early Wednesday. According to the Los Angeles Times, Shore had been battling Parkinson's disease. Her son, Pauly Shore, announced...

Former Whittier Correctional Facility to Become Housing Development

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief Apr 9, 2018

Last Wednesday, Whittier City Council Members joined employees of Brookfield Residential to break ground on a new housing development. Known as "The Groves in Whittier," the complex will take the place...

A Quiet Place: Horror Can Make You Cry

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief Apr 5, 2018

Jordan Peele broke the mold with his 2017 directorial debut, the Oscar-winning Get Out. Going from MADtv to helming a horror flick was unlikely to be a success, but Peele pulled it off. So what happens...

Trump’s War on Amazon

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief Apr 2, 2018

Early Thursday morning, President Donald Trump began to wage war on an enemy the United States has never battled: Amazon.com. Continuing through Monday, the president attacked the e-commerce retailer for...

The Daily Brew Open Mic

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief Mar 19, 2018

On the first Wednesday and third Friday of every month, a little coffee shop at the corner of Montebello and Whittier Boulevards hosts a showcase of local talent for its customers. The Daily Brew Coffee...

Researchers Find “Oldest Tattoos” on Egyptian Mummies

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief Mar 9, 2018

Archaeologists at the British Museum have discovered what they believe are examples of the world’s oldest tattoos, according to NPR. The two mummies — one male and one female — have been in the Museum’s...

Death Wish: Movie Review

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief Mar 3, 2018

Eli Roth is not a director known for complexity and depth. With films such as Hostel and Cabin Fever, Roth built a reputation as a horror movie director. I actually didn't know he directed the remake...

Samsung Announces Galaxy S9 and S9+ at Mobile World Congress

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief Feb 26, 2018

Every February, the biggest players in mobile technology meet in Barcelona for the annual Mobile World Congress. Mobile World Congress is "the world's largest gathering for the mobile industry," according...

Writer/Director Kevin Smith Suffers “Massive Heart Attack”

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief Feb 26, 2018

Kevin Smith, writer and director of such films as "Clerks," was taken to the hospital late Sunday night. Smith was preparing to film his new standup special, "Kevin Smith Live!" at the Alex Theatre in...

McDonald’s Revamps Happy Meal with Nutritious Options

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief Feb 22, 2018

  McDonald's announced Thursday major changes coming to its iconic Happy Meal, according to USA Today. The change comes after years of criticism towards the chain's less healthy options aimed at...

Police Thwart Shooting Plot at Whittier-Area High School

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief Feb 22, 2018

Authorities announced Wednesday morning that they prevented a student at El Camino High School in Whittier from carrying out a shooting, according to ABC7. The student, described by security officers...

Hostiles: A Relevant Social Commentary Plagued by its Release Date

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief Feb 14, 2018

Typically, movies are given a theatrical release in January because they’re Oscar-nominated or they’re not expected to make much money. Scott Cooper’s Hostiles is neither. It hasn’t received any...

A Night at The Comedy Store

Written by Michael Khuraibet, Digital Editor-in-Chief Feb 14, 2018

At 8433 West Sunset Boulevard, on the world-famous Sunset Strip in the city of West Hollywood, California, lies hallowed ground in the world of stand-up comedy. There, you’ll find The Comedy Store, where...