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Saez says the proposed one-time 5% billionaire tax could become permanent if the experiment signals long-term need.
Laffer argues that some billionaires may not return to California once a temporary tax ends.
Supporters frame the levy as needed funding for health care amid Medicaid and federal program cuts.
The measure would apply to California residents with assets over $1 billion.
The proposal has not yet qualified for the November ballot but organizers announced they had enough signatures.
Governor Gavin Newsom and many Democrats oppose the tax, fearing economic harm.
Tom Steyer supports the tax but argues it does not go far enough.
The debate took place at UC Berkeley and included discussion about whether other governments might adopt similar wealth taxes.
Saez warned that future taxes may differ if the current plan becomes permanent, signaling ongoing policy evolution.
The debate connected the tax proposal to broader political and economic tensions about wealth and state finances.

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ESPN ranked Cal third in the ACC for offseason moves, signaling potential for 2026 success.
Cal’s key additions were listed as Hendricks, Mohammed, and Williams, with debate over Ian Strong’s omission.
Lupoi’s hiring is viewed as beneficial, though his first-year staff may face execution questions.
Defensive losses at key positions could challenge Cal entering 2026.
The No. 1 objective cited was re-signing Sagapolutele for his sophomore season.
Cal added 32 transfers since Lupoi took over, aiming to fill starting roles.
The offseason performance could influence Cal’s standing in the 2026 ACC after not facing certain top teams.
Analysts suggest the transfer gains will partly determine how Cal finishes in 2026.
The report notes ESPN’s recognition of Lupoi’s staff building and talent acquisition as key trends.

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Misha Afnani was chosen as the Undergraduate Commencement Speaker for UC Berkeley School of Public Health in 2026.
Her pivot from aiming for medical school to public health arose after experiences treating inequities in care at an urgent care clinic.
Her work with immigrant families highlighted language barriers and inequities in care.
Afnani conducted multiple senior capstone courses and joined UCSF research as an undergraduate.
Her MPH in Epidemiology at UCLA is planned to build a statewide network in California.
After graduation, she aims for leadership roles in nonprofits or local health centers.
Her UC Berkeley experience included working with UCSF’s Institute for Global Health Sciences.
The ceremony date is May 19, 2026, at Berkeley’s Greek Theater.
The piece ties Afnani’s ambitions to broader health equity work through academia and research.
The article notes multiple mentors supporting Afnani, including Dr. Tamene, Dr. Flagg, and Dr. Rodriguez.

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A North American photo series surveys abandoned cinemas across the United States and Canada, revealing decay in familiar venues.
The collection features interiors such as the Metropolitan Opera House in Philadelphia showing years of wear and empty seats.
Runnymede theatre in Toronto and other venues are documented to illustrate a regional spread of decay.
The project includes both classic and contemporary theatres like Loew’s 46th Street and Center theatre, showing diverse architectural decline.
The series highlights theatres from California to New Jersey, portraying a widespread pattern of neglect.
Photographers Yves Marchand and Romain Meffre capture spaces such as the Ritz-like interiors with a focus on light and shadow.
"Fade to black" is used to describe the moment when theatres fell silent and seats stood empty.
The collection includes theatres in Philadelphia, Brooklyn, and Berkeley as part of a broader archival project.
The photographers aim to provoke reflection on cultural spaces that once attracted crowds but now linger in ruin.
The Guardian published the photo series as part of an article on fading theatres across the Americas.

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Cal hires Richard Midgley as the new general manager for its men’s basketball program.
Midgley has NBA scouting experience with the Brooklyn Nets and Atlanta Hawks and is from Modesto Christian High School.
The new role addresses transfer portal, NIL, fundraising, and scheduling demands facing Cal basketball.
Cal finished 22-12 last season and played in the NIT amid roster turnover.
Midgley will likely oversee transfer acquisition, retention, and player payments under the new program structure.
Cal coach Mark Madsen has pushed for a general manager role to manage NIL and fundraising needs.
Cal’s football program already employs a general manager and assistant GM.
Midgley’s hire marks a step to compete with updated transfer and funding demands in college basketball.
Yahoo Sports confirms Cal’s new GM role and highlights Midgley’s background.

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