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An image from Vertigo Comics' "Fairest" comic book.

The Comic Book Corner: ‘Fables’ and ‘Fairest’ — another take on fairy tales

November 21, 2012

By Faith Orcino Staff Writer Television shows such as NBC’s “Grimm” and ABC’s “Once Upon A Time” have changed the roles of classic folklore characters, and comic books have their own way of revamping the myths and fairy tales. On Nov. 21, the first trade paperback of the series, “Fairest”...

The 'Cuddle Shuffle': A playlist for cold winter nights

The ‘Cuddle Shuffle’: A playlist for cold winter nights

November 21, 2012

by Melissa Martinez News Editor It’s the most wonderful time of the year…almost. Excitement is definitely in the air; people are trading in their spider webs for snowmen and their usual coffee for pumpkin spice. The air is getting colder and the drinks are getting warmer and suddenly, everyone...

Movies, music dropping in November

Movies, music dropping in November

November 21, 2012

By Karla Reyes Staff Writer The Weeknd “Trilogy” Nov.13 This Canadian R & B singer’s mixtape will include all tracks from The Weeknd’s “House of Balloons,” “Thursday,” and “Echoes of Silence;” and includes three brand new songs, with "The Zone" featuring artist Drake. Rihanna “Unapologetic”...

Students can explore famous boxer's life at film screening

Students can explore famous boxer’s life at film screening

November 21, 2012

By Juliana Stumpp Co-A&E Editor Like most sport stories, there is always a beginning to that athlete that explains their hard work and determination, such as Kassim “The Dream” Ouma, a world-champion boxer with a rocky background. A film about Ouma's life will be shown Nov. 27 in Arts 240. Ouma...

One of the paintings in psychology professor Colleen Moss' exhibit "Wounded Hearts," opening Nov. 10 at the Escondido Municipal Gallery.

‘Wounded Hearts’ exhibit chronicles professor’s journey through grief

November 10, 2012

Cougar Chronicle Staff CSUSM psychology professor Colleen Moss was devastated four years ago by the sudden death of her husband, CSUSM biology professor Tom Wahlund, but she found release by channeling her grief into a series of paintings that are on exhibit this month at the Escondido Municipal Gallery. "Wounded...

Theater student to debut self-written play ‘Undisclosed’

November 7, 2012
CSUSM student Sara Gibbons, visual and performing arts major, wrote, directed and choreographed the play "Undisclosed," which makes its premiere Nov. 9 at Cal State San Marcos.
Cougar Asks: What is your favorite military movie?

Cougar Asks: What is your favorite military movie?

November 7, 2012

By Alison Seagle Staff Writer   Erica Kuck, communications major: “ Act of Valor” Kuck has a brother in the Marine Corps and a brother in the Army so she is “just kind of connected with it”   Josh Torres, business major: “ Saving Private Ryan” Torres likes it for...

Book jacket

Ex-Chronicle features editor published novel on cannery experience

November 7, 2012
Former Chronicle features editor Kyle Johnson has published a novel based on his experiences working in an Alaskan seafood cannery.
Marc Silvestri, founder of Image Comics’ Top Cow studio, is the featured guest at the upcoming So Cal Comic Con.

Comic Book Corner: So Cal Comic Con for comics fans only

November 7, 2012

By Faith Orcino Staff Writer For fans who want a convention that is just about comics, then look no further than So Cal Comic Con. Collectors Rey Reyes and Joel Elad held the first event in 2010 and are returning for their third annual event. This year, it will be at the QLN Corporate Center in...

Tina Fey, left, as Sarah Palin and Amy Poehler as Hillary Clinton on "Saturday Night Live."

The top 10 ‘Saturday Night live’ political skits

November 7, 2012
It wouldn’t be an election year without the actors on “Saturday Night Live” (SNL) poking a little fun at Mitt Romney and Barack Obama as well as their corresponding vice presidents. In previous years, comedians have made some legendary skits that shined some light on the seriousness and heaviness that comes with the election.
From left, Jonah Hill, Ben Stiller, Richard Ayoade and Vince Vaughn in “The Watch.”

Dropping: New disc by Christina Aguilera, ‘The Watch’ on DVD

November 7, 2012
New releases in DVD movies and digital music.
The sleeve for "Vanilla Twilight" by Owl City.

Cougar Shuffle: Music for yoga mornings

November 5, 2012

By Jessie Gambrell Co-A&E Editor For those who have not tried yoga, it is truly a state of mind and a complete “reset” for your body. Yoga gives a sense of peace, which is great to have in the mornings before busy school days or work days. Listen to these songs and take it easy while...

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