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Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Passing the torch

Passing the torch

Marcela Montufar Soria, Multimedia Editor April 2, 2024

      Spoiler warning: This article discusses spoilers for “Kung Fu Panda 4.” The Kung Fu Panda films are one of the best-animated film series in the history of cinema....

Who is afraid of the terrifying truth?

Who is afraid of the terrifying truth?

Faith Kouadio, Staff Writer April 2, 2024

“Art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable,” César A. Cruz’s famous quote is extradited from the title of his 1997 poem, “To Comfort The Disturbed, and to Disturb the Comfortable:...

Well-known San Antonio comic book shop opens new location

Well-known San Antonio comic book shop opens new location

Kara Lee, Graphic Editor April 2, 2024

The popular San Antonio comic book shop Heroes & Fantasies has relocated to an even bigger retail space on the city’s north side. The beloved store was previously situated off Loop 410, near...

Monsters mash while humans bore

Monsters mash while humans bore

Ezequiel Pena, Contributor April 2, 2024

      One of the great things about monster films like Godzilla is that they can vary greatly in genre and tone. In many films, the monster is portrayed as a force of nature...

Psychedelia lives on

Psychedelia lives on

Raul Martinez, Assistant Web Editor April 2, 2024

      Chicano Batman is a living example of how you can fill arenas with Mexican psychedelic rock. With a slight change in the lineup, as former drummer Gabriel Villa is no...

‘If that ain’t country, tell me what is’

‘If that ain’t country, tell me what is’

Jada Thomas, Marketing Manager April 2, 2024

    Native Texan and global music sensation, Beyoncé, released her ninth studio album and act two of a musical trilogy, “COWBOY CARTER,” on March 29. With heavy influences spanning...

Album of the week: ‘My Life’ by Mary J. Blige

Album of the week: ‘My Life’ by Mary J. Blige

Logan Martinez, Staff Writer April 2, 2024

      Since its release in 1994, Mary J. Blige’s “My Life” has remained a staple within the R&B genre. Its melodic rhythms and powerful yet smooth lyrics deliver an...

Celebrating and advocating for autism awareness

Celebrating and advocating for autism awareness

Noah Willoughby, Staff Writer April 2, 2024

World Autism Awareness Day was created by the United Nations General Assembly in 2007 and was deemed to be acknowledged every year on April 2. This day was created to affirm and promote the full realization...

The final ‘Evangelion’ release

The final ‘Evangelion’ release

Ray Rodriguez, Staff Writer March 26, 2024

    “Neon Genesis Evangelion”’s reputation as both the greatest anime of all time and a 14-year-old’s introduction to Kierkegaard has left the franchise at a fascinating crossroads...

McKinney Falls State Park

Five of the best state parks near Main Campus

Sarthak Mohanty, Contributor March 26, 2024

UTSA is located within an hour of some of the best views of the Texas Hill Country. All of the following have their daily rates; alternatively, you can get a State Park pass for $70 that covers all parks...

Leaders in environmental action

Leaders in environmental action

Kara Lee, Graphic Editor March 26, 2024

In a time marked by pressing environmental concerns, the work of conservation organizations stands as an influential movement in protecting the planet. From protecting ecosystems to promoting sustainable...

‘El Gato con Botas’ purr-fectly charms

‘El Gato con Botas’ purr-fectly charms

Maria Wence, Staff Writer March 26, 2024

The recent production of “El Gato con Botas” provides an operatic twist to the infamous Spanish feline movie, “Puss in Boots.” Presented by the UTSA Lyric Theater and written by Xavier Montsalvatge,...

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