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Los Angeles TimesFriday, 18 September 2026
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AI fears heighten the stakes of Xi’s Washington visit
Chance for a deal to guard against runaway technology low given U.S., China distrust.
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Snow, not rain, drives groundwater recharge
Gradual mountain melt seeps to aquifers; liquid precipitation, not so much, satellite data confirm
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State’s insurers can’t use marital status
In a reversal for auto rates, commissioner says unmarried drivers should not pay more.
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UC checks answer on dropping SAT
Discussion opens on reinstating testing as math grades fall but degree rates are stable.
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