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New Mexico attorney general hopes Meta ruling leads to Big Tech review. Here's what to know

New Mexico attorney general hopes Meta ruling leads to Big Tech review. Here's what to know

New Mexico's attorney general hopes a huge ruling against social media giant Meta is just a step in addressing how Big Tech can harm children
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State nearly achieved universal healthcare. Now, millions are losing it

State nearly achieved universal healthcare. Now, millions are losing it

California’s uninsured rate could nearly double by 2030, with the sharpest losses hitting Black, Asian, and Latino residents in Southern California.
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DYCM Secures Funding for One-Gigawatt Solar Factory in California

DYCM Secures Funding for One-Gigawatt Solar Factory in California

DYCM Secures Funding for One-Gigawatt Solar Factory in California
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California Lawmakers Consider Bill to End Child Marriage Amid Advocacy Efforts

California Lawmakers Consider Bill to End Child Marriage Amid Advocacy Efforts

California lawmakers are considering Assembly Bill 1267, which aims to ban child marriage by raising the minimum marriage age to 18 without exceptions. The bill is set for a Senate floor vote and has garnered support from former child brides like Courtney Stodden, who married at 16 with parental consent. Advocates argue that child marriage is a human rights abuse that disproportionately affects underage girls, limiting their health, education, and economic opportunities. The bill's passage would mark a significant shift in California's marriage laws, aligning with efforts to protect minors from coercive marriages.
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Governor Newsom Announces New Appointments to California Commissions

Governor Newsom Announces New Appointments to California Commissions

Governor Gavin Newsom has announced several new appointments to various California commissions. Kaitlan Sakuma has been appointed to the California Student Aid Commission, while Autumn Ragone, Fabian Molina, Leilani Wong, and Eunice Kingsley Abel have been appointed to the Youth Empowerment Commission. These appointments reflect a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences, with appointees involved in public affairs, community advocacy, and leadership roles. The positions on the Youth Empowerment Commission do not require Senate confirmation and offer a compensation of $100 per diem.
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Republican US senators propose to repeal California emissions rules

Republican US senators propose to repeal California emissions rules

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, Aug 6 (Reuters) - Four Republican U.S. senators on Thursday proposed repealing landmark California vehicle emissions rules in a bid to prevent the state from imposing stricter tailpipe requirements than the federal government. The U.S.
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Judge Rules Misleading Recycling Symbol as Free Speech in California

Judge Rules Misleading Recycling Symbol as Free Speech in California

A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction against California's SB 343, a law aimed at restricting the use of the 'chasing arrows' recycling symbol on products that are not widely recyclable. Judge William Hayes ruled that the law likely violates the First Amendment by infringing on commercial speech. The law, passed in 2021, was intended to prevent consumer deception by ensuring that only products truly recyclable by a majority of Californians could bear the symbol. Environmental advocates are disappointed, as they hoped the law would reduce consumer confusion and improve recycling rates. The ruling is seen as a setback for efforts to hold companies accountable for misleading environmental claims.
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California Faces Health Care Funding Challenges Amid Budget Cuts

California Faces Health Care Funding Challenges Amid Budget Cuts

California's efforts to expand health insurance coverage are at risk due to budget cuts and rising Medi-Cal spending. The state had made significant progress in providing universal coverage, largely through the expansion of Medi-Cal. However, recent cuts under H.R.1 and state-imposed restrictions threaten to reverse these gains, potentially leaving millions without coverage. A new documentary by CalMatters explores the human impact of these cuts, highlighting the challenges faced by those who may lose access to health care. The situation underscores the ongoing struggle to balance budgetary constraints with the need to provide comprehensive health care.
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Pacific Anxiety Group: Comprehensive Therapy Services for Anxiety and Related Conditions

Pacific Anxiety Group: Comprehensive Therapy Services for Anxiety and Related Conditions

Pacific Anxiety Group: Comprehensive Therapy Services for Anxiety and Related Conditions
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Explainer-Who is liable when AI goes rogue? Lawyers see new risks

Explainer-Who is liable when AI goes rogue? Lawyers see new risks

By Mike Scarcella and Sara Merken Aug 7 (Reuters) - Major artificial intelligence developers have reported cases of their autonomous AI models breaching other companies' cyber infrastructure, raising questions about who may be held legally responsible when AI systems act without direct human
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Arthur Blair Historic Inn Opens in Monrovia, Offering a Victorian Experience

Arthur Blair Historic Inn Opens in Monrovia, Offering a Victorian Experience

Arthur Blair Historic Inn Opens in Monrovia, Offering a Victorian Experience
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King Charles' Birthday Silence Explained by Royal Protocol

King Charles' Birthday Silence Explained by Royal Protocol

Meghan Markle celebrated her 45th birthday without public birthday wishes from the royal family, including King Charles. This absence of public acknowledgment is not a personal snub but rather a result of a royal protocol established in 2022 by the late Queen. The rule dictates that public birthday wishes are only extended to non-working royals for milestone birthdays ending in zero. This protocol was applied to Prince Harry when he turned 40 in 2024. Despite the lack of public messages, it is possible that King Charles extended private birthday wishes to Meghan. Meghan celebrated her birthday in California with her family, sharing moments of joy on social media.