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UC to sue US government over ICE international student policy

The UC system announced Wednesday that it will sue the federal government for allegedly violating the rights of the university and its students.
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Increase in COVID-19 cases could jeopardize UC Berkeley’s fall plans, administration says

UC Berkeley administration reported Thursday a “concerning” increase in UC Berkeley students testing positive for COVID-19.
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ICE bars international students from taking online-only courses in US

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ICE bars international students from taking online-only courses in US

Michael Drake becomes 1st Black person, person of color appointed UC president

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Michael Drake becomes 1st Black person, person of color appointed UC president

UC Berkeley’s plans for withdrawing or deferring fall admission

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UC Berkeley’s plans for withdrawing or deferring fall admission

Court dismisses UC sexual harassment class-action suit

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Court dismisses UC sexual harassment class-action suit

Michael Drake becomes 1st Black person, person of color appointed UC president

‘Just not the same’: Viks Chaat and Market navigates COVID-19 pandemic

Communities 7/8/20

‘A bright spot in a dark time’: Berkeley affordable housing project breaks ground

Obituary 7/7/20

‘Great interlocutor’: UC Berkeley rhetoric professor Felipe Gutterriez dies at 71

Crime & Courts 7/8/20

Alameda County Superior Court announces staff furlough

Sports

Baseball 7/8/20

MLB’s draft rounds cancellation hits college programs hard

Darren Baker

Football 7/4/20

Talent on talent: Bears add highly rated 4-star recruit J. Michael Sturdivant

A track athlete and star football player in high school, Sturdivant will bring speed and play-making ability to a talented Cal football class of 2021.
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Special Report 7/1/20

3 Cal student-athletes test positive for COVID-19

On Tuesday, reports emerged that three unspecified Cal student-athletes tested positive for COVID-19 after returning to campus for voluntary preseason workouts.
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A&E

Film & Television 7/8/20

‘Athlete A’ empowers survivors, exposes system that protected capital over children

Athlete Documentary

Film & Television 7/7/20

Shantay to slay: Weeks 4, 5 of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars’ bring major twists, iconic challenges

After weeks of waiting, it is finally here … it’s the Snatch Game of Love!
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Album Reviews 7/7/20

Hum stuns after 22 years of silence with surprise comeback ‘Inlet’

The band’s signature style has only become more refined, dynamic and heavy, while still maintaining the poetic charm that enticed its niche fans all those years ago.
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Opinion

Self-portrait of my perfect self

Sex on Tuesday 7/7/20

How to have car sex

My obsession with her became a sort of narcissism, an infatuation with myself as understood by her touching me, and my feeling it.
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To lower housing costs, Berkeley renters need stronger protections, more homes

With the extreme housing shortage in the Bay Area, Berkeley’s rent control is not enough to make the city’s housing affordable.
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From The Blogs

Culture Shot 7/8/20

Kristen Bell, Jenny Slate’s resignations speak to larger problem in TV industry

Bell and Slate shouldn’t have even been in consideration for these characters, and the fact that they were points to a larger lack of concern for diversity in Hollywood that exists outside of the sphere of these two shows.
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Bear Bytes 7/8/20

Ali vs. Holmes or Ali vs. time?: ‘30 for 30’ volume 1, episode 4 recap

In 1980, Muhammad Ali, arguably the world’s greatest fighter ever, stepped into the ring after a big payday to square off against then-WBC champion and sparring partner Larry Holmes.
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The Daily Clog 7/8/20

The Clog’s guide to creating your ultimate picnic experience

Picnicking allows you to see your friends while remaining socially distanced and to get some fresh air and vitamin D. Here are some of our must-haves for the ultimate picnic experience.
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The Daily Clog 7/7/20

The Clog’s guide to pandemic-friendly shopping

In the past few weeks, stores have started reopening for sales. We at the Clog have compiled this list of tips for pandemic-friendly shopping!
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Advertising Feature

5 clear and unbiased facts about National Essay Day

What type of essay suits your character best?

How to get a certified birth certificate

Los Angeles market welcomes On The Map Marketing

Common personal injuries in NYC

Fung Institute for Engineering Leadership to host the What’s After Mindfulness? retreat on campus in June

Sign up for Willow System courses for unique strategies, tools and expert know-how

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