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In its 30-year history, the Los Angeles record label Stones Throw has released generational classics by J Dilla, MF DOOM and Madlib, and launched newer stars including Sudan Archives, Knxwledge and Anderson .Paak.
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To Madvillainy and beyond: How Stones Throw Records created a galaxy of taste
Sheldon Pearce
From generational classics like J Dilla's Donuts to the star turns of Sudan Archives and Anderson .Paak, one small LA label has made history for 30 years — without losing its roots.
U.S. President Donald Trump is followed by White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia (L) as he departs on the South Lawn of the White House on October 13, 2026 in Washington, DC.
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Katie Zacharia is 'transitioning out' as press secretary, White House says
NPR Washington Desk
For the first time since 2014, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has updated its guidelines for the treatment of symptoms commonly associated with menopause.
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Hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia – OB-GYNS set new rules for menopause treatment
Shannon Firth
Elizabeth Holmes with her child as Nathan Fielder looks on.
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The new Elizabeth Holmes film blends fact, fiction and fraud
Linda Holmes
Texas Standard
15,000 Texas voter registrations caught up in backlog after another state software error
Counties must now process affected voter registrations before Monday, when Texans can start voting early in the midterm elections.
Texas quarterback Arch Manning makes a pass against Texas A&M on Saturday, November 28, 2025. Texas beat A&M 17-27. Photo courtesy Texas Athletics
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