Wednesday, January 23, 2013

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1
Science

Nebraska Governor Approves Keystone XL Route

Countering objections, he said the revised route avoided sensitive aquifers and lands.
Air Pollution; Demonstrations, Protests, and Riots; Global Warming; Greenhouse Gas Emissions; Keystone Pipeline System; Oil Sands; Oil Spills; Pipelines; Speeches and Statements;

"Just say no"

2
Business Day

S.B.A. Signs Its First Venture Capital Fund to New Investment Program

The question hanging over the program is whether it will attract enough interest from other venture capitalists and their investors to be fully subscribed.
Crowdfunding (Internet); Regulation and Deregulation of Industry; Small Business; Start-ups; Venture Capital;

I do not want to take venture funding.
I want to own my company.
 
3
World

Victims of Sexual Trauma Harness the Calming Power of Horses

A free horse program, near Twin Cities, offers women veterans a space to heal outside the company of men.
Horses; Persian Gulf War; Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder; Sexual Harassment; Therapy and Rehabilitation; Veterans; Women and Girls;

Fine by me. 
If you want to run such an establishment or to participate in the program I will back your action.
It sounds like I should not be visible to the group.
Sooner is better.  As soon as you can is best.
 
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4
World

A Veteran's Plea to President Obama

As President Obama begins his second term, a retired Marine sergeant outlines issues plaguing veterans, including suicide and traumatic brain injury.
Afghanistan War (2001- ); Iraq War (2003-11); Mental Health and Disorders; Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder; Suicides and Suicide Attempts; Traumatic Brain Injury; United States Defense and Military Forces; Veterans;

May the congress hear this plea.
Response will require money.
The house has been refusing money for programs.
 
5
Style

Everybody Dies

We should talk more, and more matter-of-factly, with children about death.
Children and Childhood; Death and Dying; Elderly; Emotions; Parenting;

They do.  We deal with the next thing.  Include the children.
Death is simply a fact.
There is no avoiding it after the event.
There is no point in rushing in to it.

6
Science

Strange Transplants, Genomes Made Public and More

A new column highlights the week’s developments in health and science news and glance at what’s ahead. This week: fecal transplants, a new flying frog and not-so-private genomes.
Mars (Planet); Frogs; Feces; Research; DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid); Monkeys and Apes; Genetics and Heredity;

I saw these stories as they came along.
 
7
U.S.

Part 6: Answers to Your Questions About the Fafsa

Mark Kantrowitz, an expert on financial aid, answers select reader questions about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Part 6.
Admissions Standards; Colleges and Universities; Financial Aid (Education); Student Loans;

I am not in the business.
 
8
U.S.

At Stanford, Clinical Training for Defense of Religious Liberty

Students at the Religious Liberty Clinic are taking cases focused on free expression of religion and will avoid the other side of the issue — challenging government endorsement of faith.
Law and Legislation; Freedom of Religion; Religion-State Relations;

Freedom from religion is a better idea.

People are welcome to their opinions.  Their actions are limited.
 
9
Opinion

Universities Teaming Up to Assess Health Impacts of Gas Drilling

Universities announce a collaborative effort to assess any health risks from fracking.
Hydraulic Fracturing; Medicine and Health; Natural Gas; Water Pollution;

Go for it.
 
10
Science

Dinosaurs of the Rewa River

In the dark waters of the Guiana Shield, dinosaurs lurk -- dinosaurs with scales larger than poker chips. An expedition begins to track them, with the hopes of contributing to management plans for future protected areas that the species needs.
Biodiversity; Endangered and Extinct Species; Rivers;

A romantics view.  Fish are not dinosaur.
11
Business Day

Egan-Jones Barred for 18 Months on Some Ratings

The agreement settles accusations that the firm made misstatements about its record when applying for a government designation, the S.E.C. said.
Credit Ratings and Credit Rating Agencies; Mortgage-Backed Securities;

Not important.
The rated securities market died.
 
12
U.S.

Speech Gives Climate Goals Center Stage

Democrats said the president would begin an aggressive campaign to address the issue, using his executive powers to sidestep Congressional opposition.
Greenhouse Gas Emissions; Coal; Global Warming; Fuel Efficiency;

First survive the next six months.
 
13
U.S.

A Day of Celebration for a Diverse Crowd Savoring a Moment in History

The faces of Inauguration Day 2013 were the faces of those left behind by the political process in decades and centuries past.
Inaugurations; Blacks; Homosexuality; Hispanic-Americans; Immigration and Emigration; Same-Sex Marriage, Civil Unions and Domestic Partnerships;

The Republicans don't like it.
 
14
Opinion

A Plan to Cut Social Security Benefits

Senator Bernard Sanders, the Vermont independent, and other readers respond to an editorial.
Taxation; Social Security (US); United States Politics and Government; Reform and Reorganization; United States Economy;

Any such plan is just nasty.
 
15
Business Day

At La Guardia, Delta Uses iPads to Fill the Wait Time

Delta has upgraded the dining and shopping areas in its terminals at La Guardia, and iPads in the waiting areas give travelers easier access to it all, leading to greater spending per passenger.
iPad; Travel and Vacations; Business Travel; Shopping and Retail;

I do not use Delta.  This is not a recommendation of the  Ipad.
16
Business Day

The Appeal of Investments That Cost More and Return Less

Wealthy people are still putting their money in hedge funds, even though they're expensive and don't often offer big returns.
Hedge Funds; Mutual Funds; Prices (Fares, Fees and Rates); Stocks and Bonds;

Unknown. 
I own stocks of companies I understand.
When they act strangely I should sell them.

17
Opinion

Notes on Camps

China may be abolishing labor re-education camps, but expect it to continue silencing the outspoken.
Forced Labor; Human Rights and Human Rights Violations; Prisons and Prisoners; Sentences (Criminal); Torture;

A large part of reporting is slander.
The Chinese behave badly often.
 
18
Business Day

In Budget Talks, Getting to ‘Yes’

Negotiating experts consider how President Obama and Republican leaders might achieve goals without subjecting the markets, the American people and the global economy to a game of chicken.
United States Politics and Government; National Debt (US); Budgets and Budgeting;

There is no way to yes from where they are.
 
19
World

Italy Often Turns Back Asylum Seekers Arriving Illegally From Greece, Report Says

A Human Rights Watch report says Italian authorities are not following international standards on how to treat asylum seekers and unaccompanied migrant children who arrive illegally.
Human Rights and Human Rights Violations; Immigration and Emigration; Asylum, Right of; Refugees and Displaced Persons;

The Greek border with Turkey is more corrupt than it should be.
Wanderers from further east are not treated well in the west.

20
Opinion

Better Reporting for Abortions

Wherever we stand on abortion, we can agree that we ought to have high-quality, up-to-date statistics on the procedure.
Abortion; Birth Control and Family Planning; States (US);

Neither necessary or desirable.


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1
World

Victims of Sexual Trauma Harness the Calming Power of Horses

A free horse program, near Twin Cities, offers women veterans a space to heal outside the company of men.
Horses; Persian Gulf War; Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder; Sexual Harassment; Therapy and Rehabilitation; Veterans; Women and Girls;

Do it if you can.  I can't help much.
 
2
Science

Nebraska Governor Approves Keystone XL Route

Countering objections, he said the revised route avoided sensitive aquifers and lands.
Air Pollution; Demonstrations, Protests, and Riots; Global Warming; Greenhouse Gas Emissions; Keystone Pipeline System; Oil Sands; Oil Spills; Pipelines; Speeches and Statements;

"Just say no."

3
Business Day

S.B.A. Signs Its First Venture Capital Fund to New Investment Program

The question hanging over the program is whether it will attract enough interest from other venture capitalists and their investors to be fully subscribed.
Crowdfunding (Internet); Regulation and Deregulation of Industry; Small Business; Start-ups; Venture Capital;

This is not a winner.
I do not want venture money.
 
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4
Style

Everybody Dies

We should talk more, and more matter-of-factly, with children about death.
Children and Childhood; Death and Dying; Elderly; Emotions; Parenting;

Yes.  Do the next thing.
5
Technology

How M.I.T. Ensnared a Hacker, Bucking a Freewheeling Culture

M.I.T.’s decision to catch a person illegally downloading content led to charges of computer and wire fraud against Aaron Swartz, who died of an apparent suicide.
Computer Security; Cyberattacks and Hackers; Computers and the Internet; Colleges and Universities;

The DMCA does not deserve defense.
I will not challenge it directly.
 
6
Science

Strange Transplants, Genomes Made Public and More

A new column highlights the week’s developments in health and science news and glance at what’s ahead. This week: fecal transplants, a new flying frog and not-so-private genomes.
Mars (Planet); Frogs; Feces; Research; DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid); Monkeys and Apes; Genetics and Heredity;

These columnists should keep trying.
 
7
U.S.

Part 6: Answers to Your Questions About the Fafsa

Mark Kantrowitz, an expert on financial aid, answers select reader questions about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Part 6.
Admissions Standards; Colleges and Universities; Financial Aid (Education);  Student Loans;

I am not in this business.
If I ever need to go here,  Things will have become unrecognizable.
8
U.S.

At Stanford, Clinical Training for Defense of Religious Liberty

Students at the Religious Liberty Clinic are taking cases focused on free expression of religion and will avoid the other side of the issue — challenging government endorsement of faith.
Law and Legislation; Freedom of Religion; Religion-State Relations;

I would be more interested if they did freedom from religion.
 
9
Opinion

Universities Teaming Up to Assess Health Impacts of Gas Drilling

Universities announce a collaborative effort to assess any health risks from fracking.
Hydraulic Fracturing; Medicine and Health; Natural Gas; Water Pollution;

Go for it.
10
Science

Dinosaurs of the Rewa River

In the dark waters of the Guiana Shield, dinosaurs lurk -- dinosaurs with scales larger than poker chips. An expedition begins to track them, with the hopes of contributing to management plans for future protected areas that the species needs.
Biodiversity; Endangered and Extinct Species; Rivers;

Fish are not birds.
 
11
Arts

A Timeless View From the Cloisters Faces a Modern Intrusion

Environmental groups and others are concerned about a corporate headquarters that is to rise across the Hudson River from the Cloisters, altering the scenic view from that museum of medieval treasures.
Historic Buildings and Sites; Building (Construction);

Buy SG.
12
Business Day

Egan-Jones Barred for 18 Months on Some Ratings

The agreement settles accusations that the firm made misstatements about its record when applying for a government designation, the S.E.C. said.
Credit Ratings and Credit Rating Agencies; Mortgage-Backed Securities;

A trivial story.
 
13
U.S.

A Day of Celebration for a Diverse Crowd Savoring a Moment in History

The faces of Inauguration Day 2013 were the faces of those left behind by the political process in decades and centuries past.
Inaugurations; Blacks; Homosexuality; Hispanic-Americans; Immigration and Emigration; Same-Sex Marriage, Civil Unions and Domestic Partnerships;

Party on.
 
14
U.S.

Speech Gives Climate Goals Center Stage

Democrats said the president would begin an aggressive campaign to address the issue, using his executive powers to sidestep Congressional opposition.
Greenhouse Gas Emissions; Coal; Global Warming; Fuel Efficiency;

This will have the GOP dying of embarrassment.

15
Opinion

A Plan to Cut Social Security Benefits

Senator Bernard Sanders, the Vermont independent, and other readers respond to an editorial.
Taxation; Social Security (US); United States Politics and Government; Reform and Reorganization; United States Economy;

This attempt to gut Social Security is unnecessary and inappropriate.
 
16
Business Day

At La Guardia, Delta Uses iPads to Fill the Wait Time

Delta has upgraded the dining and shopping areas in its terminals at La Guardia, and iPads in the waiting areas give travelers easier access to it all, leading to greater spending per passenger.
iPad; Travel and Vacations; Business Travel; Shopping and Retail;

Get an iPad if you want one.  The mini may be better.
17
Business Day

The Appeal of Investments That Cost More and Return Less

Wealthy people are still putting their money in hedge funds, even though they're expensive and don't often offer big returns.
Hedge Funds; Mutual Funds; Prices (Fares, Fees and Rates); Stocks and Bonds;

Incomprehensible.
I own stocks of companies I understand.
When I don't understand them, I regret it.
18
Opinion

Notes on Camps

China may be abolishing labor re-education camps, but expect it to continue silencing the outspoken.
Forced Labor; Human Rights and Human Rights Violations; Prisons and Prisoners; Sentences (Criminal); Torture;

The Chinese are often less than nice.
Reporters are often guilty of slander.
There is no substitute for thought.
 
19
World

Italy Often Turns Back Asylum Seekers Arriving Illegally From Greece, Report Says

A Human Rights Watch report says Italian authorities are not following international standards on how to treat asylum seekers and unaccompanied migrant children who arrive illegally.
Human Rights and Human Rights Violations; Immigration and Emigration; Asylum, Right of; Refugees and Displaced Persons;

These are wanderers from over the Turkish border.
 
20
Business Day

In Budget Talks, Getting to ‘Yes’

Negotiating experts consider how President Obama and Republican leaders might achieve goals without subjecting the markets, the American people and the global economy to a game of chicken.
United States Politics and Government; National Debt (US); Budgets and Budgeting;

To the Republicans others are not mistaken.  Others are evil.
There is no way to yes.

On to today.

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