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The Trans-Siberian Orchestra comes to El Paso every year.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra Returns to El Paso

Prospector staff report November 19, 2019

Trans-Siberian Orchestra continues its successful run of fusing hard rock with traditional holiday tunes in a spectacular display with unique production and stage lighting.   The multi-platinum group announced its Winter Tour dates that include two...

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Sophomore Kristen Fritsche fights the ball vs. Rice Saturday Nov. 16, 2019.

Volleyball loses to Rice, earns a rematch in tournament

Michael Cuviello, Sports Editor November 19, 2019

The UTEP Miners (13-14, 6-8) lost Saturday to the Rice Owls (24-2,13-1) in three straight sets, thus ending the most successful regular season for the university since 2012’s 16-13 record.  Thoroughly dominating the Miners in the first...

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UTEP player Joshua Fields is finally brought down by two defenders against the University of Nevada.

UTEP football loses ninth straight with 37-10 loss versus UAB

Isaiah Ramirez, Staff Reporter November 19, 2019

Sophomore quarterback Gavin Hardison played his first game as a Miner this season throwing for 222 yards and a touchdown but UTEP (1-9, 0-7) was unable to earn their second win of the season falling to the Blazers (7-3, 4-2) 37-10.  Hardison replaced...

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Traditional Ramen at Matsuharu Japanese Restaurant.

El Paso restaurants offer community traditional and Mexican-style ramen

Jaqueline Martinez, Contributor November 19, 2019

Studio Ghibli films and popular anime shows like “Naruto” and “One Piece,” have all depicted traditional Japanese ramen, but the city of El Paso also has its own unique take on this famous dish.    Some recognize the dish as “Maruchan”...

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The main characteristic of a pyramid scheme is that participants make money by recruiting more members.

Multi-level marketing often confused for pyramid schemes

Margaret Cataldi, Staff Reporter November 19, 2019

The nature of multi-level marketing (MLM) often gets legitimate MLM companies confused for illegal pyramid schemes, but there is a clear line dividing both concepts.   Fernando Jimenez-Arevalo, UTEP associate professor of marketing and management,...

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Activists marched from Mundy Park to San Jacinto Plaza on Earth Day,  for the National March for Science.

Indigenous protesters advocate for clean water

Paulina Astrid Spencer, Staff Reporter November 19, 2019

Climate change is a topic of discussion for many across the world, giving birth to high profile activists like Greta Thunberg and local groups like Frontera Water Protectors Alliance (FWPA).    “There is so much evidence of the harm that we are...

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Supporters of Beto O'Rourke gather to grab a photo and chat with the former Presidential candidate.

Beto O’Rourke hosts event in West El Paso to thank supporters

Rebecca Reza, Contributor November 15, 2019

Former Democratic Presidential Candidate and native El Pasoen Beto O’Rourke was on hand Thursday night to host an appreciation event at Hope & Anchor in West El Paso. The former Congressman thanked supporters for their time and effort in both his...

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Cielo Vista Walmart reopens, construction for memorial continues

Bryan Mena, Entertainment Editor November 14, 2019

Updated at 2:15 p.m. More than three months since the seventh deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history, the Cielo Vista Walmart in El Paso, Texas officially resumes its retail operations Thursday, Nov. 14. Doug McMillon, Walmart’s president and...

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Senior Katarina Zec plays against Western New Mexico University at  the Don Haskins Center on Oct. 26, 2019.

UTEP women end losing streak versus Aggies

Michael Cuviello, Sports Editor November 14, 2019

The Miners broke a three-game losing streak to the New Mexico State Aggies with a 63-57 victory Wednesday, Nov. 13 at the Pan American Center.   Senior forward Katarina Zec lead the Miners in scoring with 17 points while playing all 40 minutes...

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UTEP junior forward Bryson Williams goes for a slam dunk towards the closing seconds against NMSU in the Miners 65-50 win.

Solid all-around performance by Miners dethrones New Mexico State University

Isaiah Ramirez, Staff Reporter November 13, 2019

A new era of UTEP men’s basketball is here and if the Miners performance against New Mexico State tells anything it's that this group is not to be taken lightly.  Behind a tough defense, constant makes around the rim, and a roster that is filled...

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Border Tuner is a large-scale, participatory art installation by Mexican-born, Montreal-based artist Rafael Lozano Hemmer.

Sister cities divided by a wall of metal, united by a bridge of light

Sven Kline, Contributor November 12, 2019

The connection between the bordering cities of El Paso and Ciudad Juárez will be showcased visually and audibly through microphones and beams of light.     Border Tuner is an interactive art installation which aims to visually represent the deep...

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Halo Halo Filipino Food, stays true to its name by serving Halo Halo, a popular Filipino cold dessert with ingredients that include, crushed ice, sweet beans, gelatin, corn flakes, Halayang Ube, flan and ice cream.

Filipino and Persian restaurants bring exotic twist to El Paso’s culinary scene

Anahy Diaz, Contributor November 12, 2019

With Latinos comprising more than 80% of El Paso’s population, Mexican restaurants are a staple in the city’s gastronomy, but restaurants like Halo Halo Filipino Food and Tasty Kabob are challenging that status quo with exotic and authentic cuisine.   Located...

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