‘Chaos Theory’ stomps on ‘Jurassic World’ franchise

Share: “Chaos Theory” is the sequel series to Netflix’s “Jurassic World’s: Camp Cretaceous”, a spinoff of the “Jurassic World” franchise. “Chaos Theory”, like every other “Jurassic Park” movie, focuses on a rich person who wants to exploit dinosaurs for profit while the protagonist aims to stop them, but this movie adds a new fascinating element that the films teased which was to show viewers a world adapting or struggling to deal with an infestation with dinosaurs.  The cast consists of Darren Barnet who plays Kenji, …

CORE Scholars rise above the system

Share: Genesis Holmes is a second-year business major at Pasadena City College. Originally from Tennessee State University, a historically black college (HBCU), she came to California to continue her education at PCC. Through family members and her experience as a black woman, Holmes had always felt system-impacted, so she joined and took a leadership role in the Community Overcoming Recidivism through Education (CORE) program to highlight that experience and to have a voice for other marginalized groups, especially the roughly 4% of black students at …

Soccer continues conference conquest

Share: The Lancers defeated the shorthanded Huskies in a gritty 2-1 battle last Friday evening.  Pasadena began the match on their heels following a quick burst of shots on goal from East Los Angeles in the first 10 minutes, but as the half continued the Lancers rebounded from their early mistakes and stood tall confident in their defensive effort to hold it at a 0-stalemate.  “[ELAC] definitely put us under pressure,” freshman defender Jeremiah Alomo said. “But we’re very resilient and that’s exactly why we …

A paper crown prize for PCC’s ultimate Smash Bros. player

Share: Adorned in a paper crown fastened together with packing tape, Jose Chavez took his bottle of original-flavored Ramune and Super Mario Bros. mushroom-shaped candy container and held them up high in victory. These were the rewards of conquest for Chavez, who was the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament champion. The audience of 30-odd club members, some former opponents of his, applauded. Using only Dr. Mario, Chavez played in what could only be considered a surgical fashion, breaking down contestant after contestant on his way …

From The Archive: Sorry Class of 1960, still no jet powered motor scooters

Share: [Note, 2024: The 1960’s brought the continuation of the space age, a time when the world was fascinated with technological innovation and a vision of what the future would bring. Many imagined that modes of transportation would greatly shift in the next decades, envisioning flying machines such as the “unicopter,” “space cycles” and “jet powered motor scooters” dreamed up in this piece. After the postwar boom of the 1950’s and the approaching space race, the question on everyone’s minds was ‘what will the future …

GALLERY: Manmade objects in focus

Share: This curated collection of photographs captures a diverse range of human-made objects, from grand architectural feats to everyday items that showcase human creativity and innovation. The images feature urban landscapes, industrial designs, mechanical details, and artistic constructions, all standing as testaments to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of mankind. Each photo invites viewers to appreciate the beauty, functionality, and artistry that go into making the things that shape our world. Follow:

Wrap up Hispanic Heritage Month with comida and cafés

Share: Hispanic Heritage Month ended on October 15, but the Latino-owned businesses of Pasadena continue bringing flavor and authenticity to the community all year long. As we close out the season honoring the cultures and independence of Central American nations, we can still take the time to highlight the significant contributions of the Hispanic and Latine communities as business owners, artists and farmers. Cafe De Leche: A campus coffee shop with cultural flavors Located at Pasadena City College, right in front of the E Building …

BLOTTER: Stolen bikes, lost kids, found drugs

Share: Editorial note: The information provided in the police blotter has not been independently verified by the Courier. The details in this article are reported as provided by campus police, and readers should consider this when interpreting the information. Monday, Sept 30, 2024 10:10 am: An officer responded to an individual complaining of stomach pains at C-building. They first declined medical help, but were later taken to the Health Center by another student. 11:32 am: An officer responded to two males smoking near the Observatory …

How a queer, undocumented poet remains positive in a neglectful society

Share: Before formally introducing himself and delving into his presentation about his life and the opportunities for success in which he took advantage of despite being an undocumented migrant, poet Yosimar Reyes reads a poem of his entitled “Undocumented Joy.” The poem expresses Reyes’ inability to accurately remember the exact moment he crossed the border and the direct impacts of crossing the border at such a young age. The poem set the tone of the presentation, giving some insight on the source of his embracement …