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U.S. Is Intensifying a Secret Campaign of Yemen Airstrikes
The Obama administration has intensified the American covert war in Yemen, exploiting a growing power vacuum to strike at militant suspects, according to American officials.Why are we doing these things? Plausible denial . . . -
The Earth Is Full
We are in denial about the severity of the climate crisis and just how big of a response is going to be needed.Now the hard part. How do we do what has to be done and exactly what is it that has to be done? -
U.S. Said to Be Falling Behind in ‘Green’ Technologies
Strong incentives in European and Asian countries have given them the lead in clean energy technologies. -
You Left Out the Part About ...
The new “X-Men” film is more than a summer flick. It’s historical fiction.Fiction and we know it. Enjoy the satisfying violence of it but always remember, it is fiction. -
In India, Dynamism Meets Dysfunction
Economic growth is often the product of a private sector improvising to overcome the inadequacies of the Indian government.Can you say "Company town" ? I knew you could.This is what is known as fiduciary responsibility.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fiduciary_responsibilityhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Company_townCity services are seen as costs. The area has developed by avoiding these costs. A simple strategy for boom with eventual bust a certainty.When the bills come due the corporations will flee. -
In Saudi Arabia, Royal Funds Buy Peace, for Now
This oil-rich kingdom is spending $130 billion to pump up salaries, build housing and finance religious organizations, effectively neutralizing any opposition."Peace in our time." http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peace_in_our_time -
New Russian A.T.M.’s Are Built to Detect Lies
A.T.M.’s being tested in Russia use voice-analysis software to assess whether questions are answered truthfully.It does not qualify as due diligence.I would do no business with that bank.Another orphan capability. -
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Hackings Rattle Media Companies
“Hackings Rattle Media Companies - http://nyti.ms/kREMhy #pubmedia”Massive theft would do that.
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Dear King Hamad, Release My Friend!
A personal appeal for the king of Bahrain to free political prisoners, including a longtime friend, and start a reconciliation process.Hamad can do that only as an act of mercy. His legitimacy is worth more than that. -
Will the Democrats Lose Anthony Weiner's Seat? - Room for Debate
What the New York congressman's sins could mean for his party.Not at all likely. The district is one where the Primary is the election.
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A Federal Study Finds That Local Reporting Has Waned
Coverage of local governments has receded at such an alarming pace that it has left government with more power than ever to set the agenda, an F.C.C. report finds.Consider:The City Council MysteryExplorers of SacrimentoTrue Stories of Traffic CourtC.S.I. ConstructionV.A.T. collectors of the Caribean
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Despite Dangers, Fukushima is Magnet for Laborers
Laborers from across Japan are traveling to the stricken nuclear power plant in search of work.Is this an evil plot? If it could be prevented should it be prevented? -
The Periodic Table Expands Once Again
Elements 114 and 116 were made by scientists smashing atoms of other elements together.They have not made anything stable so far. No reason to stop trying. -
Brain Calisthenics Help Break Down Abstract Ideas, Researchers Say
Traditional classroom learning is generally rules first, application later. However, researchers are finding that repeated exposure to patterns seems to deepen understanding.We know that we must build knowledge. This is a process that does that. -
Kobo and Barnes & Noble Offer New E-Readers
Both Barnes & Noble and Kobo have introduced nearly identical e-readers that are clearly intended to embarrass the industry leader, the Amazon Kindle.Not hard to do. These are still not good. -
Phys Ed: The Science of Barefoot Running
At a recent symposium of the American College of Sports Medicine’s annual meeting in Denver, cutely titled “Barefoot Running: So Easy, a Caveman Did It!,” a standing-room-only crowd waited expectantly as a slide flashed up posing this question: Do...Barefoot is good and proper for those who know how. Learn before you expect miracles. -
Facebook’s ‘Face Recognition’ Feature Draws Privacy Inquiries
Facebook faces an investigation in the European Union over privacy protections for its new “face recognition” photo feature, and a privacy group plans to file a complaint in the U.S.Facebook finds that privacy interferes with sales. -
Homeless Veterans Sue Over Neglected Campus in L.A.
Advocates are seeking to compel federal officials to use a largely abandoned 376-acre campus in Los Angeles for mentally ill veterans, as it was deeded to do.As a nation we owe them.http://www.bartleby.com/118/3.htmlThe Death of the Hired Man Robert Frost (1874–1963). -
Weiner, et al.: A Medley of Politicians’ Apologies
When misbehaving elected officials say “I’m sorry.”We ended pillory. We have elections.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pillory
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Pfizer Suspends Sales of Chicken Drug
Concerns about 3-Nitro have gotten the attention of the Food and Drug Administration.The agency asked for $183 million in additional funds for food safety efforts next year, but House Republicans have instead proposed cutting $87 million.Congress eats only organic chicken?
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