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The preventive edge of autism research
Despite the absence of a known cause, University of Washington researchers focus on autism prevention. It's an innovative, if somewhat controversial, approach.
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Mariners may make mincemeat of Morse
With but a week left before the Seattle Mariners commence the 2008 campaign at Safeco Field (March 31), perhaps it's fair to ask whether spring-training stats [http://mlb.mlb.com/stats/sortable_player_stats.jsp?c_id=sea] and performances are accurate harbingers of the actual baseball season.
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Opera with popcorn
Maybe a recession will help revive attendance at movie theaters, where escapist fare does well in hard times. Meanwhile, the cineplexes are diversifying their fare [http://www.nytimes.com/2008/03/23/business/media/23multi.html?ref=us], helped along by digital technology. Among the new shows: live si
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Sharing a sense of place when change is fast-paced
A definition of the Western landscape varies according to individual economic, social, and recreational values. Here's a look at how our Western neighbors foster a shared sense of place across differing perspectives.
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It's stormy, and the Pacific coast beckons
While it's customary for Northwesterners to flock to the beach in summer, an off-season visit stays with you longer.