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Research & Ideas 1/18/22

UC Berkeley study finds quality, racial inequity issues in CA water supply

More than 370,000 Californians have contaminated drinking water, with people of color making up a disproportionate fraction of those affected, according to a UC Berkeley study.
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UC Berkeley, city of Berkeley issue Tsunami warnings for marina area

The campus WarnMe system and Berkeley Police Department issued a Tsunami evacuation order for anyone living in the Berkeley Marina area Saturday morning.
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UC Berkeley faces surge in COVID-19 cases

NEWS

UC Berkeley faces surge in COVID-19 cases

Halfway through their terms, here’s how our ASUC officials have been progressing

OPINION

Halfway through their terms, here’s how our ASUC officials have been progressing

San Francisco Ballet’s ‘The Nutcracker’ is shining star atop this season’s Christmas tree

ARTS

San Francisco Ballet’s ‘The Nutcracker’ is shining star atop this season’s Christmas tree

Take a walk someplace new: A personal essay

WEEKENDER

Take a walk someplace new: A personal essay

Big Green come up short against Bears, Cal preps for Pacific

SPORTS

Big Green come up short against Bears, Cal preps for Pacific

UC Berkeley to offer free masks for students, staff, faculty

CA Gov. Newsom plans to invest billions into green infrastructure, transportation projects

Student Life 1/16/22

UC Berkeley to provide COVID-19 rapid-test kits to campus residents

RSF reduces capacity, requires face coverings starting Jan. 18

CA Gov. Newsom signs executive order addressing staff shortages in schools

Sports

Men's Basketball 1/17/22

Cal’s losses mount with defeats to Huskies, Cougars, tall task against Wildcats looms

Women's Gymnastics 1/14/22

Attitude of gratitude: Bears roll into season against rival Cardinal

Cal will chalk-up its grips as it faces Stanford on Jan. 16 to kick off the Pac-12 season at Haas Pavilion. With no Collegiate Challenge performance, this will be the Bears first meet of 2022.
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Football 1/13/22

Cal lands Utah transfer defensive end Xavier Carlton

The four-star prospect was heavily recruited by Cal coming out of high school and certainly has the upside to break out as a member of the blue and gold.
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A&E

Album Reviews 1/17/22

The Weeknd’s ‘Dawn FM’ brilliantly imagines darkness after blinding lights

Photo of the Weeknd album cover

Columns 1/14/22

An ode to Stephen Sondheim’s unexpected magic

My connection to Sondheim began as so many others did: on the stage of a high school auditorium.
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Film & Television 1/14/22

‘Benedetta’ is visceral, whip-smart spiritual horror

“Benedetta” is exceptional for layering themes that construct multiple flashpoints of modern culture, while chronicling a mercurial yet touching love story.
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Opinion

Op-Eds 12/17/21

How pop culture can save our planet

Editorials 12/15/21

Halfway through their terms, here’s how our ASUC officials have been progressing

Here are our takes on what the ASUC Executives and Senators have accomplished so far and what they have planned for the spring.
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Op-Eds 12/15/21

Human traditions must change for the sake of the planet

Sustaining our precious planet must come first. Our traditions and customs may unite us with others, but they are presently dividing us from our planet.
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From The Blogs

The Daily Clog 1/18/22

How doing less allowed me to achieve more

Doing less means refocusing my energy on activities that bring me joy and fulfillment so that I can maximize my potential in the long run.
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The Daily Clog 12/9/21

A goodbye letter to my bank account balance

Maybe it’s my fault you are low to the point of concern; I committed to others and tried to show it, and you paid the price.
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The Daily Clog 12/9/21

How to celebrate the holidays with roommates, friends

Here are a few ways to celebrate the holidays with roommates and friends, ranging from Christmas-themed activities to gift exchanges.
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The Daily Clog 12/9/21

Finding off-campus housing in Berkeley: A guide for freshmen

We’ve gone through the off-campus housing search multiple times and have seen many versions of the process. Here’s our guide to help you through it.
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Will COVID Change Rental Laws In California?

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Mission Lean: Perfecting the Formula for Lean Fitness

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The Rules on Gambling in California

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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?