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Do Little Earthquakes Mean the Big One Is Close at Hand?
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The Bay Area awoke to the rattling of two small earthquakes last week. But what do they mean when it comes to forecasting the next 'Big One'?
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Teenage Diver Finds Tons of Golf Balls Rotting Off California
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Alex Weber discovered more than 50,000 balls in the ocean near coastal California golf courses. As the balls degrade, they can emit toxic chemicals — and this 16-year-old diver decided she wouldn't stand for it any longer.
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Commentary: For Minority Students, the Pipeline to Become a Doctor is Leaky
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African-Americans and Hispanics make up about 31 percent of the U.S. population, but comprise just 15 percent of first-year medical students.
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The Curious Second Life of a Prather Ranch Cow: Biomedical Research
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The California ranch's co-owner emphasizes using the whole animal. "This animal is giving its life not only for food, but also to improve the quality of life for people for medical reasons."
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What Do PG&E's Bankruptcy Plans Mean for You?
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A primer on how the utility's bankruptcy filing might affect its millions of customers.
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