The six word story is a genre in which an author conveys an entire story in five six seven words. From time to time, The Bunion is pleased to present collections of six word stories that capture the essence of life in Berkeley. Readers are invited to submit six word stories to BunionBerkeley@gmail.com The author of today’s collection is […]
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New Dating Platform Helps Principled Conservatives Tie the Knot
Outlier is Aimed at Helping Berkeley Republicans Find Each Other With only 2.7% of Berkeley voters choosing Republican as their party affiliation, it can feel lonely for principled conservatives seeking romance. A new dating platform is looking to change that by enabling Berkeley Republicans to find each other. Outlier was conceived by the developers of […]
Berkeley in Six Word Stories
The six word story is a genre in which an author conveys an entire story in five six seven words. From time to time, The Bunion is pleased to present collections of six word stories that capture the essence of life in Berkeley. Readers are invited to submit six word stories to BunionBerkeley@gmail.com The author […]
Berkeley Sues Churches, Synagogues for use of “Amen”
On January 4th, he Berkeley City Attorney filed suit in Alameda County court against several churches and synagogues in the city, citing their continued use of the word “amen” instead of “apeople” at the conclusion of prayers. The city alleges that the usage is in violation of its 2018 law requiring the use of gender […]
Prius Confessional: Because Driving is a State of Mind
Toyota’s New Offering Targets Berkeley’s Elaborate Psycho-social Driving Milieu The Toyota Prius hybrid has long been emblematic of Berkeley’s eco-conscious driver. However, the Prius’ standing as number one virtue nameplate is in jeopardy. Toyota is facing withering competition from offerings like the all-electric Nissan Leaf. Recognizing this challenge, Toyota has adopted a new marketing strategy […]
Berkeley Petitions Utah for Desert Monolith: Viewed as Practical Alternative for Bridge Sculptures
In an effort to simultaneously repurpose art and provide a cost effective replacement for the recently removed bridge sculptures, the city of Berkeley has requested the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources transfer the recently removed desert monolith. After bidding adieu to the Big People statutes, the Arts Commission agreed the monolith would be a perfect […]