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Local Businesses 11/24/21

‘Delighted and very hopeful’: Moe’s Books workers ratify union contract

Moe’s Books workers voted to ratify its first union contract on Tuesday, securing wage raises and additional COVID-19 safety measures, in what union steward Owen Hill described as a “good, solid contract.”
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Scientific Safety Review Workgroup expands booster shot eligibility to 18+

On Saturday, Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup expanded eligibility for the COVID-19 booster shot to all adults older than 18, easing complications of eligibility and increasing distribution of the vaccine.
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Over-enrollment in EECS courses puts strain on teaching assistants

NEWS

Over-enrollment in EECS courses puts strain on teaching assistants

How I’m breaking out of my perfectionism paralysis

BLOG

How I’m breaking out of my perfectionism paralysis

Julien Baker’s emotional performance leaves audience breathless at Fox Theater

ARTS

Julien Baker’s emotional performance leaves audience breathless at Fox Theater

Students must get involved in plans to transform Telegraph Avenue

OPINION

Students must get involved in plans to transform Telegraph Avenue

Cal men’s water polo drowns Stanford in double overtime, aims to take down UCLA on senior day

SPORTS

Cal men’s water polo drowns Stanford in double overtime, aims to take down UCLA on senior day

Research & Ideas 11/24/21

UC Berkeley study finds genetic mutations in monarch butterfly predators

Basic Needs 2021, Campus 11/23/21

University Health Services offers safe sex products, protection, education

Basic Needs 2021, Student Life 11/23/21

Berkeley Student Farms helps return to in person with food donations

Basic Needs 2021, Campus 11/23/21

UC Berkeley cultural student service groups continue to support academic success

Basic Needs 2021, City 11/23/21

Berkeley shelters continue to operate at reduced pandemic capacity

Sports

Football 11/28/21

Pasadena punishment: UCLA pummels Cal’s postseason dreams

Photo of Cal Football

Football 11/27/21

Instant analysis/reaction: Bruins pummel Bears, win 14-42

Cal has one final game: USC at home, where it will honor the seniors that have played such a pivotal role in the program over the last four (or five, or six or even seven years). While there may not be real stakes to play for, the Bears will certainly want to win for the seniors.
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Men's Water Polo 11/25/21

‘No clue what we were doing:’ Bears finish No. 4 in Palo Alto

Cal men’s water polo was unable to hold onto its win streak and the pool bled gold and blue as it went 0-2 last weekend.
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A&E

Film & Television 11/25/21

Wobbly, sluggish ‘The Tender Bar’ can’t find its footing

Scene from the movie The Tender Bar

Film & Television 11/25/21

In ‘House of Gucci,’ feuding fashionistas unloose hammy histrionics

The result is a film that feels its runtime, fastidiously tuning its performances to awards bait while simultaneously understanding its absolute ludicrousness.
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Film & Television 11/24/21

‘A Princess Switch: Romancing a Star’ revels in complete Christmas chaos

When the story falls flat — and it often does, following the tradition of highly saturated, confectionary holiday films — it covers itself in the warm winter coat of Christmas cheer.
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Opinion

Basic Needs 2021, Op-Eds 11/23/21

Let’s give Telegraph Avenue back to people

Basic Needs 2021, Columns 11/23/21

A union for student researchers will make us safer

For all workers, a union would provide a direct line to the school to address topics that may be difficult and time-consuming to negotiate individually.
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Basic Needs 2021, Op-Eds 11/23/21

The work of different mirrors

We have come a long way since I was a UC Berkeley student, and yet, there’s still much more we need to do to adequately represent the people of California.
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From The Blogs

The Daily Clog 11/24/21

Editors’ Note: Happy Thanksgiving from The Clog

To keep you company this Thanksgiving break, we at the Clog have prepared a lineup of posts you do not want to miss. Get hyped!
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The Daily Clog 11/24/21

Roundup of Thanksgiving horror stories

In this roundup of thanksgiving horror stories, Halloween’s spookiness and December’s cheer collide to give you memories that you can hopefully laugh at after time removes all the cringe.
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The Daily Clog 11/17/21

How to plan the perfect day trip during Thanksgiving break

As a natural-born planner, I’ll never turn down an offer to create a detailed itinerary, so I thought I’d share my approach to planning the perfect day-trip.
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The Daily Clog 11/17/21

How to spend Thanksgiving when you can’t go back home

If you find yourself in the Berkeley area this Thanksgiving break, here are a few suggestions for how to make the most of your time!
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Advertising Feature

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Top 3 Crypto-Trading Exchange

Top 3 reasons Bitcoin Is On thes Rise

How to Mine Cryptocurrency on Your Android Smartphone

A Brief Guide to Bitcoin Android Wallets

3 Reasons Why CoinSpot Should be on Your List of Top Cryptocurrency Exchanges

Beyond Buckwheat Hulls Pillow: A Guide To Improving Your Nighttime Sleep

Understanding the Evolving Bitcoin Market

HomeLight is building the future of real estate

The Benefits of Using a Crypto Trading Bot

A Brief Introduction to Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs)

The Beginner’s Guide to Crypto Wallets

What Famous Billionaires Have to Say About Investing in Bitcoin

Long-Term Holders Grabbing Bitcoin from Short-Term Holders, Here’s What’s Happening

Common Cryptocurrency Scams to Look Out for

Top Performing Cryptocurrencies of 2021

Cryptocurrency Security for Beginners

What is Handicap Horse Racing?

4 Ways in Which Blockchain Technology Benefits Small Businesses

Types of Bitcoin Apps on Android

The 5 Best Android Wallets for Crypto

The Best Hookup Sites: Top Picks for Adult Dating Websites and Apps in 2021

Why Learn Spanish for an English Speaking Person

Biological Specialty Company’s Blood Donors Made COVID-19 Vaccines Possible

Will COVID Change Rental Laws In California?

Ontiva Review

Flirtini: A better Option for Romance

Mission Lean: Perfecting the Formula for Lean Fitness

What Are the Best Places in California to See a Horse Race?

These are the Players Who Spent a Crazy Amount of Money on Microtransactions

Is it possible to monitor someone’s online activity?

Most Bizarre Soccer Stories of All Time

The Rules on Gambling in California

EIT DIGITAL MASTER SCHOOL: YOUR TICKET TO BECOME A TECH SAVVY BUSINESS LEADER

Who will support The Weeknd at Super Bowl Halftime?

What Are the Main Characteristics of the Modern Consumer?

Here’s Why E-Gaming Has Become So Popular Today

Overlooked Benefits Of Playing Online Games

Land-Based Vs. Online Casinos: Which One To Pick

What You Can Learn From Playing Online Games

Understanding The Social And Economic Impact Of The Casino Industry

The Diversification of the Californian Economy

What happens when small businesses can’t enforce contracts?

Football Matches In 2020 That Will Probably Enter History