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The Bay Area offers a wide variety of options for those looking to get an acai bowl.
Discovering authentic açai in Marin
Josephine Davis, Emme Williams, and Norah Elder May 3, 2025

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Gigi Perez's newest album features a simple black and white doodle of a lighthouse and a boat, similar to the covers of her previous singles.
Gigi Perez stuns with debut album At the Beach, In Every Life
Daphne Gower, Reporter • May 1, 2025

Singer-songwriter Gigi Perez released her debut album, At The Beach, In Every Life, Friday, April 25. Perez announced At The Beach, In Every Life on her YouTube and Instagram platforms April 14, leaving fans excited for the quick release. The 12-track album features five previously-released singles, including recent songs “Chemistry” and “Normalcy.” The album falls into a pop-folk-indie genre...

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Jump into the spring season with these four easy to make desserts!
Spring into spring with these delicious bakes
Ainsley Sullivan and Ellen Winter April 29, 2025

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Top five album covers that never go out of style
Top five album covers that never go out of style
Hanna Cortright and Teya Strong April 27, 2025

Media consumers have seemingly always associated collectible items in the music industry with album covers and record covers, and while not all are equally beloved, even the most controversial album covers have often rocketed to iconic status, becoming symbols of past decades' musical scenes. These top five album covers from different eras combine a sense of nostalgia and empowerment with enticing...

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An assortment of spring snacks sit on the shelves at Trader Joe's.
Bound into spring with these Easter Trader Joe’s snacks
Cecilia Robertson, Nola Miller, and Gabi Rode April 24, 2025

Hopping into the Easter season, Trader Joe's shelves are blooming with fresh spring snacks, perfect for filling your annual Easter basket. Though most snacks follow a chocolatey trend, Trader Joe’s captures the vibrant spring feeling while adding a festive twist.  5: Trader Joe’s Break Apart Bunny Despite being creative and interactive, the Trader Joe’s Break Apart Bunny ultimately disappoints...

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The Wrecks' bassist Aaron Kelley leads the band through the opening notes of their first song of the night, "Sonder."
The Wrecks take the UC Theater by storm
Luca Roy and Ella Furuichi April 21, 2025

On Friday, April 18, American pop-rock band The Wrecks took over the UC Theater Taube Family Music Hall in Berkeley for one night of high-energy music and entertaining fan engagement. The LA-based four-piece formed in 2015 and currently consists of lead singer Nick Anderson, lead guitarist Nick “Schmizz” Schmidt, bassist Aaron Kelley, and drummer William “Billy” Nally, all featured on the first...

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The Crux's cover art features lots of easter eggs referencing lyrics and song titles off the album.
Djo’s new album, The Crux, is a must-listen
Hanna Cortright, Cub Arts and Entertainment Editor • April 16, 2025

Acclaimed actor and musician Joe Keery, known in the music industry by his alias Djo, released his third studio album, The Crux, Friday, April 4. The 12 tracks on The Crux  are full of upbeat, indie-toned melodies and artful lyrics, solidifying that Keery is by no means a one-hit wonder. His third solo album, co-produced by Keery and Adam Thein at the iconic Electric Lady Studios, is the perfect indie...

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Crumbl boasts a creative lineup to welcome the spring season (left to right: Brownie Batter Cookie, Red Velvet Cupcake, New York Cheesecake Cookie, Strawberry Butter Cake).
Column: What’s the cookie’s Crumbl?
Mia DeNunzio, Reporter • April 10, 2025

The beginning of spring brings a Crumbl cookie lineup that will certainly not disappoint, with a mixture of warm and chilled cookies, as well as a cake. Based in Utah, the cookie chain Crumbl has delighted fans across the country with addictive sweetness and creative twists. This week is no exception. From the simple Brownie Batter Cookie to the experimental Strawberry Butter Cake, Crumbl satisfies...

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Mumford and Sons' band members include Ben Lovett, Ted Dwayne, and Marcus Mumford.
Mumford and Sons’ RUSHMERE rushes back to the basics
Ella Furuichi, Reporter • April 8, 2025

British folk band Mumford and Sons originally formed in 2007, creating songs that defined a generation. Developing an iconic sound that mixed vocals with heavily arranged banjos and acoustic guitars, Mumford and Sons’ music is beloved and consistently replayed, but recent releases have strayed from their usual sound. They released their newest album, RUSHMERE, Friday, March 28, finally making their...

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The cover for Julien Baker and TORRES' upcoming album, Send A Prayer My Way.
Julien Baker and TORRES release new quiet country single, Dirt
Carina Ridella, Reporter • April 4, 2025

Indie-rock artists Julien Baker and TORRES released a four-track single on Mar. 26 in anticipation of their first album together. Their upcoming record, Send a Prayer My Way, is set to release on Friday, April 18. Baker has produced three studio albums, TORRES has released seven, and the two now join forces, uniting fans for their long-awaited collaboration. Combining Baker’s indie-rock style and...

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San Fransisco's Waymos are self-driving electric Jaguars, commonly found on the streets of the city.
Is Waymo the way to go?
Ava Alsterlind and Emma McFerron April 4, 2025

Introduced to San Francisco in 2021, Waymos, the self-driving white Jaguars, have been a source of intrigue, fear, and excitement. This fascinating and futuristic mode of transportation has rapidly populated the city streets, sparking debates about its efficiency, comfort, price, and, notably, safety. The experience is exciting as a novel form of transportation, though driving is appropriately smooth,...

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Trader Joes' beauty products will leave you feeling and smelling fabulous.
Trader Joe’s beauty section is a product goldmine
Josephine Davis, Emme Williams, and Norah Elder March 31, 2025

Delicious and creative snacks aren't the only quality items Trader Joe’s has to offer. The beauty section is renowned for its affordable dupes of many popular body and skin care brands' products. The variety of enticing scents, such as the leave-in conditioner and lip masks, makes buying these products enjoyable. These products are arranged in ascending order from lowest to highest ranking. No....

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