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Seasonal depression: there’s hope in truth

Dominique Macias, Staff Photographer • October 18, 2024

Seasonal depression, also known as “winter blues,” starts creeping in when fall season begins to flourish. How does one deal? Make the feeling of pride take over rather than sulking. If one can peel out of bed, even when the darkness is on top of their chest; that is a serious victory. What's the fun of seasonal depression if you cannot laugh at it in the face the way it does to people? Healing and dealing are not a linear process. Some days are harder than others, but after all, one can try, and maybe right now, that is good enough.

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Brave Books hosts sale on banned books highlighting the ongoing fight against censorship in Texas and across the Nation

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • October 18, 2024

As of Aug. 31, the American Library Assocation reported 414 attempts to censor library materials. In protest, Brave Books hosted a banned book sale in an effort to allow access to censored works and encourage readers to stay informed.

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Head Coach Scotty Walden, UTEP football finds first win of season over FIU Panthers: “I feel like a winner”

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • October 17, 2024

The UTEP Miners have won their first game of the season at home against the FIU Panthers. The defense led the way to a spectacular win, with some key help from junior Jevon Jackson.

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Locomotive steam ahead for thrilling showdown with San Antonio

Cameron Mason, Contributor/Writer • October 17, 2024

On Oct. 10, El Paso Locomotive faced off against San Antonio FC at Southwest University Park, with a spark toward the end of the game making a late-game rollercoaster, leading the Locomotive to a draw.

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Get Ahead of the Game: Make Your Voice Heard with Early Voting

Marco Hinojosa, Audience & Engagement Editor • October 17, 2024

Amidst election season, early voting for the upcoming presidential election is soon coming to a close. It is every Americans right to engage in voting, as exercising these rights allows citizens make their voice heard when it comes to who they feel is best in running the nation. Voting is especially emphasized on young voters since younger generations have the power of fresh perspectives, diversity, and are future leaders of the nation. This makes it critical for young voters to become involved with politics.

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UTEP women’s soccer falls to Middle Tennessee

Sofia Sierra, Sports Editor • October 16, 2024

Editor’s note: This recap is not the most recent game for UTEP women’s soccer.

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Body horror is back: The movie you can’t eat while watching

Dominique Macias, Contributor/Photographer • October 16, 2024

Newest Body Horror film, The Substance, hit theaters this month. Directed by Coralie Fargeat, setting her intentions with this movie, making everyone leave the theaters a different person—no pun intended. Making younger and older generations grateful for their own bodies.

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What do UTEP students have to say about the upcoming MLB postseason?

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • October 16, 2024

Whether it’s the Red Sox coming back from an 0-3 series deficit, Derek Jeter becoming Mr. November on Halloween night, or the Chicago Cubs breaking the curse of the Billy goat, playoff baseball has engraved itself into the fond memories of those who have their eyes glued onto the field every fall season.

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FBI intensifies efforts to combat false school shooting threats amid rising concerns

Marco Hinojosa, Audience & Engagement Editor • October 16, 2024

Schools like Andress, Eastwood, Gadsen and Irvin High School have faced false threats this school year. Putting an alarming amount of concern to not only students but the entire community.

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Intimate Insights with The Prospector: Navigating Consent

Adam Regalado, Multimedia Editor • October 15, 2024

In the first article of his column, Adam explains how to navigate consent during the upcoming Halloween festivities.

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Revival of “Dream Monster” in the Sun City

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Contributor/Writer • October 15, 2024

The friendly Dream Monster is making its appearance once again, being spray painted across multiple areas of El Paso. The creative consultant and director of Cool Things Creative and creator of Dream Monster, Matthew Martinez, has brought back his beloved mural of Dream Monster after a six-year hiatus from art.

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Chicas Locas Bikini Bar to forfeit $5,000 bond; operations ceased for one year

Alyda Muela, Web Editor • October 15, 2024

The County Attorney’s Office filed a lawsuit against RCI Hospitality Holdings Inc., and JAI Dining Services Inc. Sept. 20, one day after a new establishment, 'Chicas Locas’ opened to the public.

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