January 7, 2009

Fishermen Make Mad Dash For Dungeness Crab

As many West Coast fisheries collapse, more fishermen are turning to the delectable Dungeness crab. It's one of the last thriving fisheries in California, but the winter race for the crabs means fewer fresh crabs on tables and smaller profits.

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January 4, 2009

A Bumpy Anniversary For Braille

Happy birthday to Louis Braille, the founder of the tactile communication system for the blind, born 200 years ago Sunday.

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A Bumpy Anniversary For Braille

Happy birthday to Louis Braille, the founder of the tactile communication system for the blind, born 200 years ago Sunday.

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A Bumpy Anniversary For Braille

Happy birthday to Louis Braille, the founder of the tactile communication system for the blind, born 200 years ago Sunday.

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A Bumpy Anniversary For Braille

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January 3, 2009

Yellowstone Shaken By Swarm Of Earthquakes

The volcanic system that powers the geysers, mudpots and steam vents at Yellowstone National Park has shaken the ground more than 400 times in the last eight days. The quakes have scientists scratching their heads and sleep-deprived park rangers hoping for relief.

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Yellowstone Shaken By Swarm Of Earthquakes

The volcanic system that powers the geysers, mudpots and steam vents at Yellowstone National Park has shaken the ground more than 400 times in the last eight days. The quakes have scientists scratching their heads and sleep-deprived park rangers hoping for relief.

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Yellowstone Shaken By Swarm Of Earthquakes

The volcanic system that powers the geysers, mudpots and steam vents at Yellowstone National Park has shaken the ground more than 400 times in the last eight days. The quakes have scientists scratching their heads and sleep-deprived park rangers hoping for relief.

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Yellowstone Shaken By Swarm Of Earthquakes

The volcanic system that powers the geysers, mudpots and steam vents at Yellowstone National Park has shaken the ground more than 400 times in the last eight days. The quakes have scientists scratching their heads and sleep-deprived park rangers hoping for relief.

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What Role for Race in Health Care?

Nine clinical trials around the world are studying treatments in groups defined by race, gender or both.

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