There is no net in the woods. There is no cell phone where I have been.
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What Obama Wants
With the debt-ceiling talks including the prospect of huge spending cuts, progressives and Democrats are worried. Should they be? Yes. Yes. -
The Unexamined Society
Behavioral research helps us address problems holistically and design effective policies. It’s the last thing that should be facing a slash in financing.Brooks' reasoning is trash but he can find truth when it bumps into his nose. -
To Slow Piracy, Internet Providers Ready Penalties
Internet providers agreed to a system to identify those suspected of digital copyright infringement and impose progressively harsher consequences.Another Boondogle. Watch it fail. I keep a low profile on this stuff. -
Job Growth Falters, Clouding Hope for Recovery
For the second month in a row, employers added a dismally small number of jobs, showing that the United States economy is barely creaking along.There never was much hope. -
How a New Hope in Cancer Fell Apart
A Duke University program to tailor cancer treatments to certain patterns of genes has ended in disaster and lawsuits.Experiments can. No shame there. -
David Cameron Orders Two Inquiries Into News of the World Tabloid Scandal
Prime Minister David Cameron announced two separate inquiries on Friday into the phone-hacking revelations the disgraced News of the World tabloid as his former aide was arrested.There must be a pony in there. -
Sex, Violence and the Supreme Court
We know five of the nine are nuts.
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South Sudan Prepares for Independence
When the Republic of South Sudan declares independence on Saturday, it will be as a poor country facing insurrections and hostilities with northern Sudan.An invasion is not an insurrection. -
Space Shuttle Atlantis Lifts Off for Last Mission
Though thunderstorms threatened, Atlantis was launched for NASA’s 135th and final shuttle flight, bound for the International Space Station with four astronauts.History. What's next? -
In Shift, Prosecutors Are Lenient as Companies Break the Law
In recent years, the Justice Department has increased the use of deals like deferred prosecutions, in which banks and others are given leeway if they investigate their own wrongdoing.It is very hard to prove.
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Britain’s Conservatives Worry About Ties to Murdoch
With Rupert Murdoch’s media empire in Britain reeling, critics say Prime Minister David Cameron’s close relationship with Mr. Murdoch has been a mistake.It was. They should worry. -
‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ Begins Its Eighth Season
“Curb Your Enthusiasm” begins its eighth season on HBO Sunday.Good. -
We Cannot Pretend the Debt Ceiling Is Unconstitutional
Unless the debt limit is raised, the Treasury will have to choose between refusing to spend appropriations and defaulting on payments to the nation’s creditors.It is unconstitutional. 14 amendment. Junk economics. -
Murdoch Closing Tabloid Linked to British Hacking
An arrest seems imminent for The News of the World’s once politically influential former editor after the Murdochs announced plans to shut down the tabloid.Fish and other things rot from the head. -
Investment Values Twitter at $8 Billion
While Twitter isn’t rushing to go public like some of its larger peers, the microblogging service has no problem luring deep-pocketed investors.Ok. -
Study Finds Benefits in Health Insurance for the Poor
The study adds to a long-running debate on Medicaid in a climate of cutbacks across the nation.Honest people see things. -
30 Years of the Space Shuttle
An interactive timeline of the 135 space shuttle missions.Nice history. What's next? -
The World Map of Useless Stereotypes
Christoph Niemann illustrates the most useless stereotypes around the world.Faux uses them. -
Brothers Plan to Add ‘Zero Waste’ to Austin’s Grocery Scene
A planned new entry into Austin’s green grocery scene will offer “zero waste, package free” goods.The spoilage will be high. -
At State Supreme Court in Manhattan, Visions of Paperless Future
State Supreme Court in Manhattan has the first full “e-court” in the state and is part of efforts by court systems nationally to move toward a paperless future.Ok by me.
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