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The Mercury News - Top Stories

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Dear Abby: My new hobby makes me happy. My husband strongly disapproves.

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Crime and Public Safety

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Cajun-fusion cuisine and a Mexican eatery come to Emeryville Public Market

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Rare South Indian restaurant debuts in a Peninsula city

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Brooks: The coming Trump crackup

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How Americans are using AI at work, according to a new poll

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East Bay planning Commission backs industrial project despite fears over data centers

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Kaiser says it will keep hospitals and offices open during strike

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YouTube star Ms. Rachel issues apology for liking antisemitic Instagram comment

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