Thursday, August 7, 2014

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Wheelies: The Canyon’s Cost Edition

General Motors announced pricing for Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon pickups; Nissan and Chrysler vehicles declared “most hackable” in report.
Automobiles; Computer Security; Sports Utility Vehicles and Light Trucks 

"General Motors announced pricing for its new-for-2015 midsize pickup trucks, the Chevrolet Colorado and the GMC Canyon. The extended-cab Colorado, which comes standard with a 200-horsepower 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine, a 6-speed manual transmission and power windows, will start at $20,995, including the $875 destination charge. The Canyon, which features the same powertrain options,will start at $21,880, including the $925 destination charge. Fuel-economy numbers have not yet been announced for either model. (General Motors)"

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Opinion

The Threats to Our Drinking Water

Two cities now know what it’s like when the taps are shut off.
Water; Water Pollution; Clean Water Act; Hazardous and Toxic Substances; Environment; Global Warming 

Yes. 

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Opinion

A Right Like Any Other

The willingness of courts to weigh whether the abortion right has become unduly burdened is critical in the struggle to preserve reproductive freedom.
Abortion; Courts and the Judiciary; Constitution (US); Second Amendment (US Constitution) 

I thank Linda Greenhouse.

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U.S.

Texas Bolsters Border Patrol With Its Own

The state has spent $500 million since 2005 to beef up its border security, drawing criticism from scores of detractors who say the threat posed by illegal immigrants and the extent of crime have been exaggerated.
Illegal Immigration; Smuggling; Drug Cartels 

I am not happy with Texas.
I am not happy with the situation.

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Opinion

War Against Whites? I Think Not

Despite a Republican’s claim that Democrats are waging a divisive campaign, the G.O.P. has long been digging its own grave on issues of racial inclusion.
Blacks; Race and Ethnicity; United States Politics and Government; Minorities; Hispanic-Americans 

Yes.

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U.S.

Bergdahl Details Disappearance to General Leading an Inquiry

Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, after being warned that he did not have to say anything incriminating, discussed his disappearance from his unit in Afghanistan.
Afghanistan War (2001- ); Prisoners of War; United States Defense and Military Forces 

A story about not getting the story.

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U.S.

One Court, Three Judges and Four States With Gay Marriage Cases

In three hours of back-and-forth questioning, it appeared that neither side could take victory for granted in the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, where the cases were heard.
Same-Sex Marriage, Civil Unions and Domestic Partnerships; Homosexuality and Bisexuality; Marriages; Courts and the Judiciary; Defense of Marriage Act (1996) 

Procreation cannot be the test for marriage.
If it were no childless couple could be married.

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Opinion

Stealth Censorship in Venezuela

How the Maduro government has outsourced repression of the media to the private sector.
Censorship; Freedom of the Press; Freedom of Speech and Expression 

Changing culture is a long term project.

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U.S.

Conservatives See Potential in Tennessee Judicial Race

A judicial election in Tennessee this week could add momentum to efforts by conservatives to reshape courts across the country.
Supreme Courts (State); Courts and the Judiciary; Campaign Finance; Political Advertising; Elections, Courts and the Judiciary 

They had better be wrong.
The Union won the civil war.

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Business Day

Japanese Researcher, an Author of a Discredited Stem Cell Study, Is Dead

Yoshiki Sasai was a co-author of a study published this year that claimed an acid bath could turn cells into stem cells, used in medical treatments.
Suicides and Suicide Attempts; Stem Cells; Research 

In science faith is dangerous.

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Opinion

Rustic Vows: The Charm of Barn Weddings

A reader recalls the coziness of the converted barn she lived in as a teenager.
Barns; Weddings and Engagements; Architecture; Noise 

Nothing will make these neighbors happy with environmental change.

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Opinion

Dear Guests

Some new and significant things were revealed in the Gaza war.
Palestinians; Terrorism; Civilian Casualties 

The zealots have taken over.
Zionist and Salafi will fight to the death.
(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salafi_movement )

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World

In Greece, Migrants Are Desperate to Flee Again

They left countries like Iran and Afghanistan, ending up in poverty and as the targets of garbage thrown by angry citizens.
Immigration and Emigration; Illegal Immigration; Refugees and Displaced Persons; Economic Conditions and Trends; Asylum, Right of 

yes
There is nothing to add.

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Technology

Aiming to Be the Netflix of Books

Monthly subscription services from Amazon, Oyster and Scribd offer access to unlimited e-books, but many newer books aren’t yet available.
Books and Literature; E-Books and Readers; Amazon Kindle 

I will use the public library and Amazon.

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N.Y. / Region

Chokehold Aftermath: A Healing That Wasn’t

Careful not to undermine law enforcement, the mayor has muffled his inner advocate, but some former allies interpret his cautious approach as weak.
Police; Mayors 

The choke hold has the potential of the Lewinski affair.

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Business Day

Fox and Time Warner Deliver Dueling Earnings Reports, Both Positive

The two companies achieved results that exceeded analysts’ expectations, and both said they had enough scale on their own to compete successfully.
Company Reports 

I hope the proposed merger is quite dead.

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U.S.

Illinois: Troopers to Aid Chicago Police

Forty Illinois state troopers are being sent to help the city’s police department combat street violence during what is typically the most dangerous time of year.
Police; Gun Control 

Good luck.

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World

Japan Imposes New Sanctions on Russia but Keeps a Diplomatic Door Open

The new measures, more limited than those announced last month by the United States, will freeze assets in Japan of groups and individuals involved in Russia’s intervention in Ukraine.
Embargoes and Sanctions; Natural Gas 

Yes

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Opinion

Times Readers Online Make Their Own Cases for Legalizing Marijuana

In roughly 15,000 comments published on seven editorials, readers were far more supportive of ending the federal ban on marijuana than the average American.
Marijuana; Editorials; Series; Law and Legislation; Polls and Public Opinion 

The cost of local pot must drop below that of the Mexican imports.
That will destroy that traffic across the border.

It will not change other drug traffic.

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Sports

Fears Rise Over Wealth Gap as Top Leagues Push Overhaul

The five biggest conferences, already spending millions on sports, could expand their budgets under proposed N.C.A.A. rules.
Colleges and Universities; Athletics and Sports 

The image of a football team with a dependent university is silly.

Let these teams join the N.F.L. and compete against their class.

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