Saturday, December 7, 2013

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World

Taiwan May Miss Out on Jia Zhangke's 'A Touch of Sin'

A controversial new work by China’s most famous art house director, Jia Zhangke, may not be shown in Taiwan after failing to get released in mainland China.
Awards, Decorations and Honors; Cannes International Film Festival; Documentary Films and Programs; Festivals; Movies; Uighurs (Chinese Ethnic Group) 

Some part of government of the P.R.C. is unhappy with Jia Zhangke and his films.
 
2
Business Day

Treating Allergies With Pills or Drops Instead of Shots

Two companies are asking the Food and Drug Administration for approval to market tablets or liquids to treat allergies, drugs which are already available in Europe.
Allergies; Drugs (Pharmaceuticals); Clinical Trials 

Another cash pump.  
It works and will be worth the money to some.
There will be a generic soon.
 
3
U.S.

Georgetown Event To Help Liz Cheney’s Campaign

Supporters of Liz Cheney, whose campaign for a Senate seat in Wyoming got off to a rocky start, have created a “super PAC” to bolster her “name awareness and approval rating.”
Elections, Senate 

"Follow the money"
 
4
U.S.

Prosecutors Draw Fire for Sentences Called Harsh

Critics say prosecutors are using their discretionary power to strong-arm defendants into pleading guilty and over-punish those who do not.
Crime and Criminals; Mandatory Sentencing; Law and Legislation 

Many prosecutors are abusive. 
Mandatory sentencing is state law and can be changed by legislatures.
Legislatures are elected.
Prosecutors are elected.
Vote your interest in every election.
Primaries are elections.
Vote, it is why we have elections.

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Fashion & Style

Keeping Up the Pace With Raphael Saadiq

The health regimen of the Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter emphasizes running and natural products.
Skin; Barbers and Barbering; Cosmetics and Toiletries; Perfumes and Fragrances; Music; Movies 

Whatever you think you need to do.
 
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N.Y. / Region

Diamond-Paved, Deal-Obsessed

The diamond district, on a block of West 47th Street, pulses with the competition of the jewelry sellers, who are always looking for a way to make a deal.
Diamonds; Jewels and Jewelry; Photography 

I have nothing to contribute to jewelry design or lapidary.
I will buy you your choice of stone and setting.
 
7
Dining & Wine

Bubbles Make Rillettes Even Better

The French version of pulled pork turned into a rich spread demands the same piercing acidity and almost chalky mineral notes of Champagne to cut like a laser through the fattiness.
Cooking and Cookbooks; Pork 

I can cook this.
 
8
Arts

Video: TimesTalks: Ricky Gervais

The comedian reflects on his approach to comedy, the success of "The Office" and his new series on Netflix, "Derick."
Television; Comedy and Humor 

The Office did not catch me when I saw an episode.
I will see his work with you.
 
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U.S.

Coalition of Evangelical Churches Seeks Prayers for Boehner on Immigration

The Evangelical Immigration Table, a coalition of 11 Christian organizations and churches, will run radio commercials in English and Spanish calling for prayers for Speaker John A. Boehner to take up legislation on immigration.
Immigration and Emigration; Law and Legislation; Prayers and Prayer Books 

The G.O.P. has a problem. 
Their constituents vigorously disagree.
 
10
Real Estate

Three Neighbor Problems

Co-op renovations ruffle feathers; a hoarder draws concern and vermin; and throbbing bass brings headaches and stress.
Real Estate and Housing (Residential); Noise; Condominiums; Restoration and Renovation; Hoarding 

The co-op renovations quickly go to legal action.  The tort is real.
The hoarder also is a problem.
The bass from the barber is the renter's headache.  The barber is within his rights.

I just do not want to worry about neighbor relations at my studio. 
If I need to hammer at strange hours or make other disruptions or stinks I want the liberty to do it.

11
Home & Garden

Patterns With Stories to Tell

Bisazza introduces new motifs by the Milanese designer Paola Navone.
Brick and Tile 

Yuck.

I dislike the aesthetic.

12
Magazine

Did I Fence a Sign?

Black-market gray area; contribution conundrum.
Ethics (Personal); Robberies and Thefts; Ethicist, The (Times Column); Friendship 

The sign may have been removed because the campground closed or changed its name or the posting rule changed.

There is no obligation to support a friends politics.
 
13
Opinion

The Shadow Politics of Shadow Education

The Turkish government’s plan to reform special schools is a disguised attack on the Gulen movement.
Admissions Standards; Colleges and Universities; Education (K-12); Private and Sectarian Schools 

Ataturk had good reasons to move Turkey away from Islam.
 
14
Fashion & Style

What the Jetsons Will Really Be Wearing

Opening Ceremony’s new line is inspired by Spike Jonze’s film “Her.”
Fashion and Apparel; Movies 

There will be work to sell.
I have no intention of betting everything on one project.
Until something hits I will do very short runs.
 
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N.Y. / Region

Enjoy the Parade, and Don’t Forget to Thank Your Friendly Sewer Workers

Forecasts are calling for two to four inches of rain by Thursday morning, and sewer workers will be scooping out tons of street sludge from basins across New York City.
Sewers and Sewage; Rain; Parades; Thanksgiving Day 

The rain did not happen.  
Combined outfall was always a bad and cheap idea.
Floatables  do not pile up in catch basin.  They float down the pipe.
The sludge is all the yuck that washes down the gutter that does not float.

16
Fashion & Style

From Behind the Canvas

Jeanne Greenberg Rohatyn is a stealth force in the art world as a curator, dealer and adviser to the stars like Jay Z and Alex Rodriguez.
Art 

I have not liked such people when I have met them.
 
17
Business Day

Russian-Backed Free-Trade Zone May Expand Its Borders

The bloc, less tightly woven than the European Union, currently comprises Belarus, Russia and Kazakhstan, and may be joined by at least three more former Soviet states.
Economic Conditions and Trends; International Trade and World Market 

This is not  good thing.
18
Sports

N.H.L. Reaches Lucrative Telecast Deal in Canada

A 12-year, $4.9 billion deal that gives Rogers Communications the rights to all national hockey telecasts in Canada beginning next season surpasses the league’s agreement with CBC, TSN and a French-language cable network.
Hockey, Ice; Television 

There is not muh I want to do about it.
 
19
Business Day

For News Media, a Mostly Cautious Approach to Newtown Tapes

While two local Connecticut newspapers rushed to make the full recordings available, other media outlets held back.
News and News Media; Newtown, Conn, Shooting (2012) 

I have avoided these recordings thus far.  
I will make no effort to hear them.
 
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Magazine

Video: The Trials of Jacob Mach

A documentary follows a Lost Boy who, 12 years after leaving Sudan, has found that the dream of a better life is both all around and just outside his grasp.
Refugees and Displaced Persons; Police; Documentary Films and Programs 

He has found a way.


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