Saturday, May 31, 2014

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1
Fashion & Style

Let’s Not Pretend to Be Who We Aren’t


yes

2
The Upshot

Betting on a Brand When Politics Is the Family Business

The Democrats’ hopes of holding the Senate rest significantly on the political equivalent of what businesses call brand loyalty.
United States Politics and Government; Elections, Senate; Political Advertising; Advertising and Marketing 

A sales operation.  
 
3
Magazine

Life in the Valley of Death

In Srebrenica, the remains of those killed in the genocide keep turning up, unsettling the reconciliation between Muslims and Serbs.
War Crimes, Genocide and Crimes Against Humanity; Civilian Casualties; Funerals and Memorials; Muslims and Islam

It was and is a mess.
The only question I have left is when.
 
4
Your Money

In Slightly Less Wealthy Circles, Too, Interest Rises in Private Equity

The risky asset class has returns that range from double digits to a complete loss of principal.
Stocks and Bonds; Private Equity; Retirement; Individual Retirement Accounts; High Net Worth Individuals 

I do not know enough to give advice.  I try to think.  I am sometimes wrong.
People I trust told me: 
Never invest more in one thing than I can afford to loose.
Buy into business with real products and real profits.
 
5
U.S.

More Emergency Centers Are Gearing Up to Receive 911 Texts

Dependability is the first quality.

6
Opinion

Teaching an Old Law New Tricks

On climate, Obama and the courts step in where Congress has failed.
Greenhouse Gas Emissions; Regulation and Deregulation of Industry; Energy Efficiency; Clean Air Act; Law and Legislation; Global Warming; Energy and Power 

The world will have a climate and sea level disaster.
The question has become how much more disaster will we have?
Regulation will not stop the disaster.  It may allow some to survive.
 
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U.S.

For Tea Party, Senate Race in Mississippi Is the Last Chance to Oust an Incumbent

Mississippi politics has always had a rough edge, but this year’s campaign to unseat Senator Thad Cochran has become the nastiest Republican primary in the nation.
Elections, Senate; Tea Party Movement; Blogs and Blogging (Internet); Primaries and Caucuses 

Splits on the right are reason for quiet joy.
8
World

Video: Rio Violence Spikes Ahead of World Cup

In the months before the World Cup, violence in Rio has spiked despite pacification tactics that have drawn criticism from some who live in the favelas.
World Cup 2014 (Soccer); Crime and Criminals; Corruption (Institutional) 

I thought they were fighting over access to the crowd.
They are fighting for their homes.
 
9
U.S.

North Carolina: Another Death Investigated at Army Hospital

The Army is investigating the death Thursday of an 11-month-old baby who had been treated and released less than a week earlier at the emergency room at Womack Army Medical Center at Fort Bragg for a viral infection.
Emergency Medical Treatment; Hospitals; United States Defense and Military Forces; Babies and Infants 

My impression after a day of reporting is there is no command structure.
Each hospital is controlled  only by its budget.  The budgets have been cut.
There for the care is rationed.
10
Real Estate

On the Market in New York City

This week’s properties include homes Crown Heights; the Upper East Side; and Lincoln Square.
Real Estate and Housing (Residential) 

I do not want to live in the city.  
I would live in a town if the lot were generous.
I would like to walk to my studio.
 
 
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Business Day

Drug Saves Fertility for Women With Cancer

The new treatment would be a less invasive way to safeguard a woman’s chances of having babies than the current method.
Breast Cancer; Clinical Trials; Drugs (Pharmaceuticals); Pregnancy and Childbirth 

For some it is important.  Harvesting and freezing eggs would help.
I am not going to worry about it.
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N.Y. / Region

Working Families Party Warns Cuomo of a Possible Opponent

Late Thursday, a co-chairwoman of the party said it expected to put its support behind a little-known academic with scarcely any chance to defeat Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo in the November race.
Elections, State Legislature; Elections, Governors 

Their only leverage is a credible threat .
Albany politics are played roughly.
 
13
N.Y. / Region

A Quest to Recognize Forgotten Achievements Still Relevant in Everyday Life

Andrew Carroll, an author, historian and teacher at Chapman University, travels the country to acknowledge people whose far-reaching accomplishments have been overlooked by time.
Embalming; Civil War (US) (1861-65); Cemeteries; Cellular Telephones; Wireless Communications; Historic Buildings and Sites; Monuments and Memorials (Structures) 

There is a structure to the world.
Some changes are easier than others.
 
14
Dining & Wine

Video: Asparagus Soup With Ricotta Crostini

Melissa Clark makes a light asparagus soup topped with tender asparagus tips, accompanied by toasted bread coated with creamy ricotta for dipping.
Asparagus 

http://www.nytimes.com/2014/06/04/dining/a-spoonful-of-spring-asparagus-green-as-can-be.html

I need a quorum.  Cooking for one is not much fun. 
15
World

Turkish Court Says YouTube Ban Is Unconstitutional

Turkey’s highest court ruled Thursday that a government ban on the video-sharing site YouTube was unconstitutional and a violation of freedom of expression.
Censorship 

There must be government control of the network switches.
Control implies awareness of the meta data in real time.  
The network at the Turkish border recognizes YouTube sourced packets
 
16
Technology

Keeping Windows 8.1 Up to Date

Plus, how to move from Windows XP to a Mac.
Windows (Operating System); Mac OS (Operating System); Computer Security 

I continue to run XP and FireFox.  I have no real trouble with it.
This is on Linux Fedora running FireFox as a browser.
I am learning where the buttons are.
 
17
Science

A Price Tag on Carbon as a Climate Rescue Plan

A California initiative that provides funding to companies to reduce emissions is gaining traction as a weapon against global warming.
Agriculture and Farming; Alternative and Renewable Energy; Greenhouse Gas Emissions; Series; Carbon Dioxide; Global Warming 

The problem I see is the base level has been set too high.
The carbon that will kill civilization is already in the atmosphere.
 
18
U.S.

Mayor of Chicago Seeks to Further Tighten Gun Laws

Mayor Rahm Emanuel, who has struggled to bring down violence in his city, wants gun sales to be videotaped to deter buyers from using false identification.
Gun Control; Law and Legislation; City Councils; Video Recordings, Downloads and Streaming 

Mayor Rahm Emanuel is acting locally on an area problem.
I wish him success but do not expect it.
The problem needs a national solution.
 
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N.Y. / Region

In Report, State Comptroller Is Cautious About Benefits of Casinos

Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli says in a report to be released on Friday that the economic benefits from expanded gambling in New York may be uneven.
Casinos; Gambling; Labor and Jobs 

Thomas P. DiNapoli has noticed the problem.  
Casinos generate no new cash.
 
20
World

Iran: Supreme Leader Pushes Fertility Campaign

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has called for a population increase, an edict likely to restrict access to contraception.
Population; Birth Control and Family Planning 

A direct fertility campaign will not take.  
He could try putting the men to work for generous wages.





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