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Whether you're planning to splash out on an all-day excursion or simply looking for a cheap (and sparkly) 4th, make it a fun and memorable Independence Day.
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Though people might try, L.A. resists being shoehorned. At times it might seem like endless sprawl. And yes, there's plenty of that. But there are also miles of sun-kissed beaches, and vast expanses of coastal wilderness that can wash away the worst ur...
Video by <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvvvPTksIJ4">The Center for Public Integrity</a>
The Food Additives Amendment introduced the "GRAS List" in 1958 to allow food companies to use ingredients like vinegar and vegetable oil in their products without a formal review by the FDA. However, many companies have taken advantage of a loophole i...
Beef kebab | Photo by Clarissa Wei
Meat on skewers are prolific throughout the world. In L.A., you can try a few of them without traveling too far.
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Remember this trick for concocting the perfect campfire: make it as tall as it is wide.
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A list identifies 100 plants that thrive in California.
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Rosés are like summer in a bottle. And while they can be aged, they are meant for instant seasonal pleasure.
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A UC Merced study finds that local croplands have the potential to feed 90% of Americans.
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Nobody walks in L.A., right? Correct, they hike. And with countless miles of trails in Palos Verdes, the Santa Monica Mountains, and even bike and walking paths along the beach, who wouldn't?
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The historic park will host three late night tours guiding guests through its "most fascinating ghost stories and legends."
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As water levels drop, boats are more vulnerable to more underwater obstructions and hazards.
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A new study finds that the economic impact of California's agricultural industry is much greater than the numbers used when talking about water conservation on farms.
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