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sodaads
San Francisco would be the first city to require health warnings on ads for sugary beverages.
From 'To Live and Dine in L.A.: A Century of Menus from the Collection of the Los Angeles Public Library' by Josh Kun, published by Angel City Press.
Historical menus offer a social critique of the city in a book and Central Library exhibition called "To Live and Dine in L.A."
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It's worth knowing what ingredients are in your beauty products.
squaretreats
Ever think about capitalizing on your much-loved secret recipe? Tanya Gradet of Square Treat talks about starting and running a desserts business in L.A. -- and why she won't sell at farmers' markets.
ice-600-400
Drinkers and winemakers weigh in on the ice-cube-in-wine debate. What do you think?
nationalforests
U.S. National Forests are going "fee free" this Saturday for National Get Outdoors Day.
murphyranch
Explore the ruins of the Pacific Palisades ranch that was meant to be a Nazi encampment.
norcalparks
Alcatraz Island and Muir Woods are raising entrance fees.
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Replacing the institutional rectangular lunch tray with a round plate also helps simulate a more familiar eating environment for students.
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Learn the facts about plastic waste, and think twice the next time you reach for that straw.
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The plan aims to cut honey bee colony losses to no more than 15% during winter.
deadjoshuatree
New research confirms that the historic drought is killing an iconic Southern California tree.
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