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Governor Gavin Newsom’s COVID-19 Order — California’s First Social Distancing Order
Can California avoid a third devastating COVID-19 winter wave? Cautious signs of hope in a crisis May 26, 2020 by John Vidgen Last week, California Governor Gavin Newsom issued an unprecedented directive ordering all...
asia
Firefighting in the 50 states is a problem
California to require insurance discounts for property owners who reduce wildfire risk, create public safety funds, and create incentives for homeowners to improve their properties, among other ideas. And it's not just a California...
europe
ExxonMobil ordered to start doing repairs to the damaged oil pipeline within three months
Company responsible for O.C. oil spill gets permission to repair pipeline after federal judge strikes down state laws The three judges’ ruling on Feb. 1 is a victory for a Texas company and its...
health
The new machine is helping to improve groundwater recharge
From the air, scientists map 'fast paths' for recharging California's groundwater, and warn of problems ahead On a balmy morning in April, Mike Lough, a geologist at the University of California, Riverside, sat in...
national
Roger Federer’s Grand Slam Triumph
Roger Federer brings down curtain on his career with a defeat, but still dazzles alongside longtime friend and rival Rafael Nadal at the WTA Finals In his first four tournaments since last August, Rafael...
world
Venus Williams beat Serena Williams in the US Open Final
Serena Williams begins US Open with a convincing singles win, but loses in three sets to Venus Williams Venus Williams did not even look around when serving to take the early lead in Sunday's...
europe
The Pacific Northwest’s Sea Urchins Are Taking Over the Ocean
Op-Ed: How juvenile white sharks in search of warmer waters disrupt life off the California coast SALMON, British Columbia — In the Pacific Northwest, there’s a long history of taking in the ocean’s bounty,...
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Barbara Kingsolver: The Story of a Writer
How Barbara Kingsolver makes literature topical — from climate change to opioids to white supremacy — she’s making it personal Barbara Kingsolver, one of the nation’s most beloved storytellers, is no stranger to big...
sport
Serena Williams’ historic run at the U.S. Open ends, but the legacy continues
'Just Serena': Williams' upset win at US Open keeps the legend advancing in final days of her storied career Holly Newbold | USA TODAY Show Caption Hide Caption Serena Williams' final press conference Serena...
travel
The Music of the Grateful Dead
In praise of a music critic who knows his history I’ve been listening to the music of the Grateful Dead for a couple of decades now. My first exposure to their music is probably...
