By Mary Moreno |Staff Writer| Television enthusiasts rejoice over the ability to stream their shows from network websites, Netflix and YouTube. A recent study by Neilson Research found that 37 percent of U.S. households watch television online That can explain the spontaneous gasps or laughs coming from all those students during their break in between classes. “I mostly watch Korean dramas online,” said Vanessa Robles “My favorite show is Coffee Prince, it was my very first Korean drama and is amazing. The whole plot line, everything just pulls you into the story and you begin to feel what the characters feel.” Chris Burns has been interested in two new shows released … [Read more...] about Coyotes’ favorite “must watch” shows
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Alexander sees NBA in his future
By, Ryan Libby |Staff Writer| Kwame Alexander has flown himself into the limelight with his backboard-breaking dunking ability, but his humble attitude off the basketball court makes his celebrity status unknown to many. Alexander, the All-CCAA senior forward seemed surprised at his YouTube popularity with over 800,000 views on YouTube for his high flying slam dunks, appearances on ESPN, ABC and NBC as well as the number two play on SportsCenter’s top 10 plays of the week. "It’s an honor," said Alexander. "It’s a once in a lifetime thing. Somebody else put [the video] on [YouTube] and it goes viral like that. It’s good. It’s fun." Walking around campus it’s hard not to notice the 6 … [Read more...] about Alexander sees NBA in his future
Intriguing new drama comes to NBC
By Kimberly Rosales |Staff Writer| “Awake,” a high-concept fantasy crime drama, is the latest thriller to grace the NBC television lineup. The show, which premiered March 1, will be replacing “The Firm” due to the latter’s less-than-stellar ratings. The show stars Jason Isaacs as Detective Michael Britten, who was in a fatal car accident with his wife, Hannah (Laura Allen) and son, Rex (Dylan Minnette). After the fatal crash, Britten discovers that every time he goes to sleep, he switches between two alternating realities. Britten lives one life in which his wife lives and his son died and another in which his son lives and his wife died. The detective’s alternating lives go … [Read more...] about Intriguing new drama comes to NBC
High winds cause campus closure
By Jacqueline Scholten |Staff Writer| Gusts of 50-plus miles per hour ripped through CSUSB forcing officials to shut down the campus Jan 27. “I was so scared driving to school this morning. A truck blew over and there were crates all over the 210 freeway,” said student Renee Etcheberria. The National Weather Service issued a high wind warning beginning at 6 a.m. Friday morning till Saturday 3 p.m. “Street signs being blown off, trees being uprooted, students falling over, cars swerving” says Ryan Larson. An email was sent out at 10 a.m. informing students that once their first class was over they would be dismissed for the day. Many students excitedly rushed from their … [Read more...] about High winds cause campus closure
New TV show arrivals put others on chopping block
By Kimberly Rosales |Staff Writer| A few recently debuted television shows are expected to be the heavy hitters in a new year of television programming for 2012. But not all syndicated programs are safe. Shows like New Girl and 2 Broke Girls have become unexpected hits for their respective networks. FOX’s New Girl premiered with approximately 10.3 million viewers while CBS’s 2 Broke Girls premiered with approximately 19.4 million viewers. TV by the Numbers reports that both shows have retained their higher rating in their time slots on primetime broadcasting. 2 Broke Girls however has recently been rocked by criticism. Entertainment Weekly reported that the show is being … [Read more...] about New TV show arrivals put others on chopping block
Oprah bids show farewell
By Brittany Filippini |Staff Writer| Powerhouse entrepreneur Oprah Winfrey, who has touched and influenced many lives with her daytime talk show, will air her last episode on May 25. Winfrey’s talk show has been on the air for the past 25 years and sadly, for many faithful viewers and followers of the mogul, will come to a close in the following week. "A lot of people are inspired by Oprah. I am one of those people. She has balls and a wealth of compassion, and I have learned so much from her,” said Madonna according to People magazine about Oprah Winfrey’s departure from daytime television. Madonna was not the only celebrity who commented and showed their gratitude for … [Read more...] about Oprah bids show farewell