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Research & Ideas 7/3/20

Astronomers discover exoplanet clouds while observing ‘hot Jupiters’

Astronomers compiled a cloud atlas to analyze the compositions of the clouds surrounding exoplanet atmospheres.
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‘A saving grace’: Berkeley City Council passes amendment allowing tenants to end leases due to COVID-19

Amid uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, Berkeley City Council passed an amendment to the city’s municipal code Tuesday, seeking to provide clarity with its latest urgency ordinance regarding tenants’ ability to end a lease.
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1st in the nation: Berkeley officials introduce major police reform bills

NEWS

1st in the nation: Berkeley officials introduce major police reform bills

UC Berkeley Human Rights Center documents police violence in US

NEWS

UC Berkeley Human Rights Center documents police violence in US

Berkeley group can sue UC Berkeley over increased enrollment, court says

NEWS

Berkeley group can sue UC Berkeley over increased enrollment, court says

CA Sen. Nancy Skinner introduces 2 police reform bills

NEWS

CA Sen. Nancy Skinner introduces 2 police reform bills

Research & Ideas 7/2/20

International students face uncertainties, concerns for fall 2020, study shows

‘A strong ally’: Berkeley City Councilmember Sophie Hahn runs for re-election

Local Schools 7/2/20

Berkeley school district votes to rename 2 schools, move to police-free schools

Research & Ideas 7/2/20

UC Berkeley researchers discover how ‘microtentacles’ help brain tumor cells move

Election 2020 7/2/20

‘Progressive problem solver’: Alex Sharenko runs for Berkeley City Council

Sports

Special Report 7/1/20

3 Cal student-athletes test positive for COVID-19

Special Report 6/30/20

Under Armour reportedly tries to terminate contract with Cal Athletics

Amid the economic effects of the coronavirus pandemic, athletic apparel company Under Armour is reportedly trying to pull out of its contract with Cal, a 10-year contract worth $86 million in cash and product.
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Women's Basketball 6/27/20

Bears guard Sara Anastasieska to grad transfer to Duke

Hailing from Sydney, Australia, Anastasieska has opted to play her final year of NCAA eligibility in Durham, North Carolina.
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A&E

Literature 7/2/20

Roseanne A. Brown’s ‘A Song of Wraiths and Ruin’ is buoyed by infectious energy

Song of Wraiths

Video Games 7/2/20

The Last of Us Part II is haunting emotional experience hampered by messy structure

The sequel is much more ambitious than the first game. It fully utilizes the PlayStation 4’s upgraded hardware to render beautiful and meticulously crafted environments that immerse the player in a gritty, infection-ravaged Seattle.
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Album Reviews 7/2/20

Haim breaks stylish new ground with dazzling ‘Women in Music Pt. III’

At its core, WIMPIII is still quintessentially Haim, but many of the tracks feature the Haim sisters’ instrumental talents more prominently than their previous work has done.
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Opinion

Editorials 7/2/20

Students must choose online fall semester

Illustration of UC Berkeley's Campanile, as seen through a Zoom window

Venturing into vulnerability

We ought to venture inside, to see what vulnerability we can discover within ourselves without the performative exhibitionism encouraged by our world.
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Capitalism is not halal

When I think of dismantling all forms of capitalism in our lives, I think of Islam. I think of praying.
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From The Blogs

The Daily Clog 7/2/20

The Clog’s ranking of 2019-20 academic year’s most iconic admin emails

Amid all the chaos we collectively faced, we were still blessed in having the guiding and reinforcing presence of the administrative team here at UC Berkeley to help us navigate these trying times.
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The Daily Clog 7/2/20

Tips for navigating professional cold calls and emails

As someone who gets clammy hands before a cold call or email, I thought I’d share some tips for any first-time cold callers who still get intimidated.
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Bear Bytes 7/2/20

Love is love, sports are sports: Title VII and its effect on sports

As the Supreme Court extends the Title VII rights for the LGBTQ+ community, sports will be able to address a few social issues surrounding the topic.
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Eating Berkeley 7/2/20

Happiness in a bowl: A delicious vegan acai smoothie bowl recipe

Enjoying a refreshing acai smoothie bowl is a great way to beat the heat. Follow this recipe to make delicious (and vegan!) summer dish!
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Fung Institute for Engineering Leadership to host the What’s After Mindfulness? retreat on campus in June

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How to beat an OUI in Massachusetts

Did you know these famous people are from Berkeley?

What are the aftereffects of a car accident?

The air we breathe: A ‘cultural’ insight

Do’s and don’ts of personal injury in Georgia

5 myths about personal injury

Roark in West Berkeley revives adventure lifestyle

cannabis rec

Unlock the Advantages That Come with Medical Marijuana Card

Right up your alley: Head to Albany Bowl right now