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Golden Gate Fields could soon turn into a public park

The Trust for Public Land has announced a deal to transform the former Golden Gate Fields horse racing track in northern California into a public park

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Can culling your garden slow a wildfire? A California city pins its hopes on a contested plan

Berkeley is adopting the ‘Zone 0’ regulation, which mandates first 5ft around the home in high-risk areas should be clear of combustible material

The Guardian - US

Country Joe McDonald obituary

US singer and songwriter best known for his 1969 Woodstock performance of his anti-war I-Feel-Like-I’m-Fixin’-to-Die Rag

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'Country' Joe McDonald, '60s rock star, proud protest counterculture icon, dies at 84

“Country” Joe McDonald, a hippie rock star of the 1960s whose “I-Feel-Like-I’m-Fixin’-To-Die Rag” was a four-lettered rebuke to the Vietnam War that became an anthem for protesters and a highlight of the Woodstock music festival, died Sunday at 84

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Who was Saketh Sreenivasaiah? Indian-origin UC Berkeley student found dead in US

22-year-old Saketh Sreenivasaiah, an Indian postgraduate student at the University of California, Berkeley was found dead on Sunday. Sreenivasaiah, who hailed from Karnataka had been reported missing earlier this week before local authorities confirmed the recovery of his body.

The Times of India

22-year-old Indian origin student Saketh Sreenivasaiah found dead in US, was missing for 6 days

A 22-year-old Indian student, Saketh Sreenivasaiah, pursuing a Master's at UC Berkeley, has been found deceased. Reported missing on February 12th, his body was recovered by local police, confirmed by the Consulate General of India, San Francisco. Consular officers are providing full support to his family, including arrangements for repatriation.

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Graduated from IIT Madras in 2025: 22-yr-old Indian-origin student reported missing in US

Berkeley police are urgently seeking help to find Saketh Sreenivasaiah, a 22-year-old Indian Master's student from UC Berkeley, last seen Tuesday. Authorities consider him an at-risk missing person. Sreenivasaiah, who studied at IIT Madras, is described as 6'1" with short black hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information is urged…

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Top Earning Cities for Millennials Include Jersey City and Berkeley, Study Says

Across large U.S. cities, millennials earn an average of 8.8% more than the overall median household income, a new SmartAsset study found. But in some places, that gap is much wider, especially in cities like Jersey City, New Jersey, and Berkeley, California.

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What will Labour sacrifice for its housing targets? A standoff in south London is putting it to the test

In Peckham, developers unwilling to meet affordable housing quotas are facing down residents and the council, says author Anna Minton

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California Earthquake Disrupts Travel Plans—Should You Rethink Your Trip?

A 4.3-magnitude earthquake near Berkeley briefly disrupted Bay Area transit and travel, but experts say visitors to California should stay informed rather than cancel their plans.

International Business Times UK

Revealed: debate opponent of Mehdi Hasan organized violent far-right protests

Richard Black, who appeared on controversial Jubilee video, organized Proud Boys-linked protests in 2017

The Guardian - US

Ex-wife of Berkeley professor arrested after his shooting death amid custody battle

Przemyslaw Jeziorski was shot dead in Greece while in the country to settle a custody dispute

The Independent UK

University of Texas chancellor is named president of University of California

The University of California has announced that James B

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Cut back your roses? Berkeley sets new rules for its most wildfire-prone areas

Residents of California city’s high-risk areas will be required to remove plants within 5ft of homes under fire safety rules

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Stanford and 3 U of California campuses face probes as part of Trump's anti-DEI campaign

The Trump administration says it has opened investigations into the admissions policies at Stanford University and three campuses within the University of California system, including UC Berkeley, UCLA and UC Irvine

Fortune

What makes this the healthiest city in America?

Here’s what makes Berkeley, California, America’s healthiest city.

Latin Times

WATCH: Trump Supporter Threatens Tesla Protestors With Taser, Gets Taken Down by College Professor

As protesters demonstrated outside a Berkeley Tesla dealership, a Trump supporter pulled a taser on attendees, only to be put in his place by a professor.

Fortune

These are America's healthiest cities

One city took the No. 1 spot for the third year in a row.

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Facing anti-DEI investigations, colleges cut ties with nonprofit targeted by conservatives

The U.S. Education Department says it has investigated dozens of universities for alleged racial discrimination, citing ties to a nonprofit organization that has helped Black and Latino students pursue business degrees

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Berkeley’s famous falcons are missing. Bird flu may be to blame

Experts say that the beloved birds might have been felled by the virus as it spreads across California

The Guardian - US

US fossil fuel industry campaigns to kill policies that ban gas in new buildings

Oil and gas interests coordinate campaign to stop local and state policies, putting climate at risk, new report shows

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Berkeley Hosts Another Landmark Hackathon

Berkeley, CA – UC Berkeley, known for hosting some of the world’s most prestigious hackathons, has once again set a new standard with its latest AI competition. The LLM Agents MOOC Hackathon, organized by Berkeley’s RDI Center, has attracted over 3,000 participants from 127 countries and 1,100 universities. As reported…

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A young woman’s body was found on the side of a California road over 30 years ago. We finally know who she is

Wendy Abrams-Nishikai was 21-year-old UC Berkeley student when she went missing on Halloween 1989

Reason

Cats Are from Berkeley, Dogs Are from Mar-A-Lago

AP reports that Harris won among voters who owned only cats, 54-45, but Trump won among those who owned only… The post Cats Are from Berkeley, Dogs Are from Mar-A-Lago appeared first on Reason.com.

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Exploring Neighborhoods of Berkeley, CA: A Comprehensive Guide

Berkeley, California, is celebrated for its unique vibe, cultural landmarks, and diverse communities. Each area offers a distinct charm, making the choice of where to live or visit an exciting decision.

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