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A new (and surprising) way to use solar panels

In the middle of California's Central Valley, a new way to use solar panels could change how we think about clean energy and water. It’s a simple idea that people have talked about for decades, but only now is it finally being tested in real life.

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University of California earns top spots in 2023-24 U.S. News Best Colleges rankings

UC Berkeley and UCLA are the best public universities in the country, UC Merced takes a giant leap, and all nine undergrad campuses are among the top 40 public schools in the rankings’ 39th edition.
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UC Berkeley is top university in number of companies founded by undergraduate alumni

The 2023 Pitchbook rankings also found that UC Berkeley was the No. 1 public university for startup founders.
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UCLA |

National panel led by UCLA law professor recommends 24 ways to protect integrity of 2024 elections

The report is aimed at ensuring access to the ballot for all eligible voters and enhancing the public’s confidence in the fairness of the election.
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Disney princesses can be good for a child’s self-image, researchers suggest

Parents may worry about the effect of these storied princesses on their children but a new study finds they may actually boost confidence.

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