California approves disability employment benefits plan
California lawmakers pass broad protections for the disabled including a rule allowing disabled workers to keep publicly funded benefits after gaining employment. The package funds education rights, affirmative action, juror inclusion, accessible utilities, and damage claims against discriminators, with the law taking effect in January.
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Oil clues discovered in fossils
A government geologist Anita Harris refined conodont fossils into a practical method to date rock and gauge temperatures, aiding oil and gas exploration. Her color chart lets firms compare global conodonts to assess fossil fuel potential, drawing interest from major oil firms and international buyers.
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NEA
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Woman pays tribute to seeing eye dog Emma
Sheila Hocken recounts life with her guide dog Emma from age 20 to 31, describing how Emma helped her live independently while blind and later regained sight after a miracle operation. The book "Emma and I" portrays their bond, public stunts, and Emma’s role in Sheila’s new life with a baby.
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UPI
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Sheila
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