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How California became a symbol of healthy living
California is known as the capital of health and wellness fads. But when and how did the Golden State get that reputation? Lyra Kilston explores that in her new book “Sun Seekers: The Cure of California.”
By Madeleine Brand • • 51m ListenCalifornia is known as the capital of health and wellness fads. But when and how did the Golden State get that reputation? Lyra Kilston explores that in her new book “Sun Seekers: The Cure of California.” She argues it all started in the 19th Century with tuberculosis.
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5 storiesThe EU elections and the future of Europe
The European Parliament elections just kicked off across Europe. It’s a four-day affair. The results could eventually determine whether the EU will remain a united Europe.
Read the story10 minTrump is keeping Harriet Tubman off the $20 bill
The Trump administration is backing off plans to put Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill. Tubman’s face would have replaced that of former President Andrew Jackson, a slaveholder who allowed forcing Native Americans off their ancestral lands.
Read the story8 minScrutiny on college admissions process may make it tougher for students with learning disabilities
On Wednesday, three more parents pleaded guilty in the college admissions cheating scandal. So we look into one aspect of how it happened: wealthy parents gamed the system to get a learning disability diagnosis for their kids.
Read the story14 minHow California got a reputation for healthy living
California is known as the capital of health and wellness fads. But when and how did the Golden State get that reputation? Lyra Kilston explores that in her new book “Sun Seekers: The Cure of California.”
Read the story13 minLA’s iconic Lovell House is falling apart
The Lovell Health House is at the edge of Griffith Park. The depression-era home was built in 1929 and was completely radical for its time. It’s a white stucco and metal frame home, built in the sleek international style.
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