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UCLA Anderson Forecast sees no recession despite near-term subtrend growth

By West LA Times | Jun 6, 2024

The latest analysis by the UCLA Anderson Forecast suggests that the recent slowing of the economy does not portend a national recession despite subtrend growth in the first quarter of 2024, which followed six months that exceeded the 2.5% average growth of recent years.

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Scientists discover key protein enabling lab-grown human blood stem cell renewal

By West LA Times | Jun 5, 2024

UCLA scientists have identified a protein that plays a critical role in regulating human blood stem cell self-renewal by helping them sense and interpret signals from their environment. The study, published in Nature, brings researchers one step closer to developing methods to expand blood stem cells in a lab dish, which could make lifesaving transplants of these cells more available and increase the safety of blood stem cell-based treatments, such as gene therapies.

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Ocean floor topography significantly impacts long-term marine carbon storage

By West LA Times | Jun 3, 2024

The movement of carbon between the atmosphere, oceans, and continents — known as the carbon cycle — is a fundamental process that regulates Earth’s climate. A new study has found that the shape and depth of the ocean floor explain up to 50% of the changes in depth at which carbon has been sequestered over the past 80 million years. This finding could inform ongoing efforts to combat climate change through marine carbon sequestration.

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West LA Times area weekly mass times

By West LA Times | Jun 2, 2024

The following parishes in the West LA Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Los Angeles County home sales in week ending May 25

By West LA Times | Jun 1, 2024

There were 62 reported residential sales in Los Angeles County in the week ending May 25, according to BlockShopper.com.

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How many lawyers were in good standing in cities located within Los Angeles County as of April?

By West LA Times | May 31, 2024

There were 36,539 lawyers in good standing in cities located within Los Angeles County as of April, according to the State Bar of California.

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West LA Times area weekly mass times

By West LA Times | May 30, 2024

The following parishes in the West LA Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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UCLA showcases diverse voices in celebration of Iranian cinema

By West LA Times | May 30, 2024

The UCLA Film & Television Archive will showcase Iranian and Iranian diaspora filmmaking with its Celebration of Iranian Cinema 2024 series, running over three weekends from June 14 to 30. The event features a selection of feature-length and short films that explore cultural divides and human experiences, spotlighting new directors while honoring the history of Iranian cinema.

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Study links genetic risk factors for autism directly to observable brain changes

By West LA Times | May 30, 2024

A new study led by UCLA researchers has unveiled the most detailed view of the complex biological mechanisms underlying autism, showing the first link between genetic risk for the disorder and observed cellular and genetic activity across different layers of the brain.

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Wes Burton, former Windward School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

By West LA Times | May 30, 2024

First game takes place on Friday, May 31.

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Skyler Chang, former Windward School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

By West LA Times | May 30, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number one seed.

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Will Matuszak, former Windward School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

By West LA Times | May 30, 2024

They open the tournament against Fresno State Bulldogs.

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UCLA study reveals hidden pockets of biodiversity across Los Angeles

By West LA Times | May 29, 2024

UCLA biologists have presented mixed findings regarding urban wildlife in Los Angeles. While unexpected pockets of biodiversity exist within the city, increasing overall biodiversity remains a challenge. Of all major taxonomic groups studied, only snails and slugs are commonly found, likely due to abundant landscaping and irrigation.

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Research reveals how sense of touch aids precise hovering in hummingbirds

By West LA Times | May 29, 2024

Hummingbirds, known for their ability to hover near flowers with precision, have been the subject of extensive research concerning their flight mechanics. However, less is understood about how their sense of touch aids them in sipping nectar without colliding with flowers. While most studies on touch processing in the brain focus on mammals, bird brains differ significantly from mammal brains.

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UCLA 'Democracy Workshops' foster student voter education ahead of November election

By West LA Times | May 28, 2024

A recent "Democracy Workshop," part of a series organized by BruinsVote and UCLA Campus Life, aimed to help students become more informed and active participants in elections. The event was an interactive, in-person version of online voter guides developed in collaboration with nonprofit newsroom LAist.

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4.6% of Los Angeles County students played sports on collegiate teams in 2022

By West LA Times | May 27, 2024

Los Angeles County universities had 4.6% of its student body playing sports on collegiate teams in 2022.

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Los Angeles County home sales in week ending May 18

By West LA Times | May 25, 2024

There were 54 reported residential sales in Los Angeles County in the week ending May 18, according to BlockShopper.com.

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New study reveals extensive gene-isoform diversity in developing human brain

By West LA Times | May 23, 2024

Researchers at UCLA and the University of Pennsylvania have created a comprehensive catalog of gene-isoform variation in the developing human brain. This dataset provides significant insights into the molecular basis of neurodevelopmental and psychiatric disorders, potentially paving the way for targeted therapies.

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Women drive majority viewership for top streaming films

By West LA Times | May 23, 2024

Women and people of color were the primary viewers for nine of the top 10 streaming films of 2023, according to the Hollywood Diversity Report. Households of color were also overrepresented among viewers for these films. The report highlights that while women and people of color find more opportunities in streaming than in theatrical productions, they still face limited resources compared to white male directors who helm high-budget projects.

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Expansión exitosa del programa nocturno Parks After Dark mejora seguridad comunitaria

By West LA Times | May 22, 2024

El programa Parks After Dark del condado de Los Ángeles, que ofrece un espacio seguro y gratuito para la recreación nocturna, ha mostrado resultados positivos en términos de seguridad y bienestar comunitario. Según un informe del UCLA Center for Health Policy Research, el 96% de los encuestados sienten que el programa proporciona un sentido de pertenencia, y el 94% indicó que les ayudó a conocer mejor a sus vecinos.