Here's today's roundup of science, nature and environment news from the Bay Area and beyond.
Oceana targets fishy labeling practicesThe braised chunk of fish labeled "Local Halibut Filet" at a posh San Francisco restaurant where a group of food sleuths were eating looked appetizing, but the first two bites were forked into a little plastic container filled with a preservative salt concoction.
via Sfgate
Calif. environmental reforms quashed for the year - Santa Cruz SentinelSACRAMENTO, Calif.-Legislative leaders said Thursday they have dropped plans to overhaul California
New Requirement for Vaccine Exemption Passed by SenateCalifornia has one of the more lenient approaches for parents who wish to opt out of vaccinations for their school-age children. While state law requires that children must be vaccinated against various illnesses (think polio, measles, tetanus) to enroll in school, California parents can opt out of vaccines simply by filing a short statement stating that immunizations are contrary to their beliefs.
via Kqed
Seal found in Hawaii released at Point Reyes after recovery at Marine Mammal Center - San Jose Mercury NewsA northern fur seal that was found in Hawaii, thousands of miles away from home, was released Thursday after recovering at the Marine Mammal Center in Marin County, center officials said.
via Mercurynews
What's Coming Out of Silicon ValleyHere is a rare insider look at the current crop of companies that Y Combinator has produced -- in the fields of robotics, mobile apps, e-commerce services and software for companies. It's an exhaustive list for anyone who wants to know what is happening in start-ups.
via Nytimes