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April 3, 2025
Ahead of ‘The White Lotus’ Finale, Berkeley Professor Unpacks Show’s Freudian Themes and Fantasies
A Berkeley professor breaks down season three of The White Lotus, from why it's set in Thailand to the unforgettable monologue in episode five.
April 3, 2025
A Single Dry Winter Decimated California’s Salmon and Trout Populations
Severely dry winter conditions has blocked some species of salmon and steelhead trout from accessing their breeding grounds, wiping out their populations.
April 2, 2025
Do Vowels Have Colors? According to Some With Synesthesia, Yes.
A Berkeley professor discusses the history of the rare neurological condition and the unique ability of scholars in the humanities to investigate the phenomenon.