Monday, September 1, 2014

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Sports

State Fair’s Big Attraction: The Newest Timberwolves

Three days after Minnesota dealt Kevin Love to Cleveland, the team introduced the players acquired in the three-team trade at the Minnesota State Fair.
Basketball; Trades (Sports); State and County Fairs 

Minnesota appears not to have an office.

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World

Libyans Overrun Compound Abandoned by U.S. Embassy in Tripoli

A video circulating online Sunday showed gleeful trespassers diving off a balcony into a pool in the residential compound abandoned by the American Embassy when it pulled out of Tripoli in July.
Diplomatic Service, Embassies and Consulates; Abandonment (Property); Video Recordings, Downloads and Streaming; United States International Relations; Middle East and North Africa Unrest (2010- ) 

It is their country.
Our embassy left because "They" could not be identified.

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World

Militants Claim Responsibility for Deadly Attack on Somali Prison

At least 12 people were killed, including seven attackers, in what officials said was an attempt by the Shabab group to free fellow militants.
Terrorism; Prisons and Prisoners; Deaths (Fatalities) 

Expensive for them.
Africa is a mess.

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U.S.

Video: Obama Vows Justice for James Foley

At the national convention of the American Legion in Charlotte, N.C., the president said, “America does not forget” and pledged to go after those who would harm its people.
United States Politics and Government 

It is not obvious what justice would be in this case.
How many dead Jihadis equal one dead freelancer?
Considering the audience there will be action. 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Foley_%28journalist%29

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Science

Parasites Practicing Mind Control

A new study suggests that Toxoplasma can turn its host’s genes on and off, influencing behavior.
Toxoplasmosis; Rodents; Cats; Parasites; Research 

A few hundred million years of trial and error.
Do everything
Do again what works.

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Opinion

Ethical on Food Supply

Wayne Pacelle of the Humane Society of the United States responds to a Business Day article.
Animal Abuse, Rights and Welfare 

http://www.sgsgroup.us.com/en.aspx

Maybe.  Nestle does not have a good reputation.

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World

U.S. Airstrikes Help Break Militants’ Siege of Northern Iraqi Town

A coalition backed by American air power broke a long siege of Amerli, a town in northern Iraq that for weeks had been surrounded by Sunni extremists who threatened to slaughter thousands of Shiite residents.
United States Defense and Military Forces; Yazidi (Religious Sect); Shiite Muslims; Sunni Muslims 

We are not doing what we are doing.

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U.S.

A 9-Year-Old at a Shooting Range, a Spraying Uzi and Outrage

After a girl from New Jersey accidentally killed her instructor at a shooting range in Arizona, her parents’ cellphone video caused a worldwide spectacle.
Firearms; Children and Childhood 

Video games are no preparation.

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N.Y. / Region

Taxi Kills Pedestrian in Manhattan

The police said a 58-year-old woman was killed after being struck by a cab, the latest in a string of such deaths in the borough.
Traffic Accidents and Safety; Taxicabs and Taxicab Drivers 

The passenger was injured.

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Sports

How Kessler’s Lawsuit Could Change College Sports

Jeffrey Kessler discusses in a question-and-answer session what might occur if his suit against the N.C.A.A. is successful.
College Athletics; Suits and Litigation (Civil); Scholarships and Fellowships 

I will celebrate.

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Sports

A Legal Titan of Sports Labor Disputes Sets His Sights on the N.C.A.A.

Jeffrey Kessler, a lawyer who helped bring free agency to the N.F.L. and the N.B.A., says his lawsuit will take down the “cartel” that controls college sports.
College Athletics; Suits and Litigation (Civil); Scholarships and Fellowships 

Piling on is a good thing here.

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Technology

Irish Panel to Pick Privacy Regulator With Global Reach

 
I admire the effort.
Success will escape them.
 
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Arts

Praise the Lord, and Chase the Ratings

 
"Preaching to the quire"

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The Jury will decide.

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World

Anti-Euro Party Wins Its First Seats in a German State Legislature

The party, Alternative for Germany, wants the country to stop using the euro as its currency, won seats in the Saxony state legislature.
Elections; Legislatures and Parliaments; Euro (Currency) 

The Euro will not end this way.

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N.Y. / Region

With Bells and Bananas, a Time to Worship Ganesh


I have little use for religion.
Ganesh is the patron of money lenders.
The god of beginnings and endings.
 
Sooner is better.  As soon as you can is best.

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World

Nicaragua: Landslide Traps Miners

Rescuers on Friday located 20 of at least 24 gold miners trapped by a landslide in northern Nicaragua but were not immediately able to extract them safely.
Mines and Mining; Rescues; Landslides and Mudslides 

Gold digging is trouble.

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N.Y. / Region

In Queens Primary, 2-Term Senator Faces Rival Seeking a Comeback

The race between State Senator Tony Avella and John C. Liu, a former New York City comptroller, could have ramifications for the balance of power in Albany.
Elections, State Legislature; Primaries and Caucuses 

"In February, Mr. Avella joined a five-member group of breakaway Democrats that has shared control of the Senate with Republicans. By June, Senator Jeffrey D. Klein of the Bronx, the leader of those Democrats, who is also facing a primary challenge, ended that power-sharing arrangement by agreeing to reunite his coalition with fellow Democrats after the fall general election."

I would take John C. Liu.  

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Opinion

A Family Hits the Road

Our family lived on the road for several years when I was young. This summer, we tried it again.
Families and Family Life; Road Trips 

I worry about gas money.

I think about this world.
The costs are higher than I can willingly meet.
Opinion

The Move Toward More Abortion Restrictions

Readers respond to an editorial, “Quackery and Abortion Rights.”
Abortion; Birth Control and Family Planning; Women's Rights; Women and Girls 

Coercion has no place in human reproduction. 


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@20:20

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Do it and deny it.

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U.S.

One Judge to Decide the Future of Detroit

In a trial set to open on Tuesday, nothing short of this city’s future is at stake, with a judge to decide whether to approve a blueprint to eliminate more than $7 billion of its estimated $18 billion in debts.
Bankruptcies; Pensions and Retirement Plans; Local Government 

The decision will be made.  
The plan does not solve the problem.
Judge Rhodes should reject it.
Detroit must have an income.

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World

NATO Set to Ratify Pledge on Joint Defense in Case of Major Cyberattack

For the first time, a cyberattack on any of the 28 NATO nations could be declared an attack on all of them, much like a ground invasion or an airborne bombing.
Cyberwarfare; Computer Security; International Relations; Espionage and Intelligence Services; Computers and the Internet 

It is very hard to command a force that cannot be found.

NATO is a commander without a command. 

Piracy is the proper model for cyber crime.

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U.S.

A 9-Year-Old at a Shooting Range, a Spraying Uzi and Outrage


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There is not much credit in a failed attack.

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N.Y. / Region

Taxi Kills Pedestrian in Manhattan

 
There is more to the story.
His passenger was injured.
 
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Opinion

Europe’s Migration Crisis

The E.U. needs a unified approach that would distribute the financial and social costs of coping with refugees more fairly
Illegal Immigration; Immigration and Emigration; European Sovereign Debt Crisis (2010- ); Refugees and Displaced Persons; Asylum, Right of 

An alternative is to sink the boats on sight.
The navel forces will not tolerate such a policy.
Nor should they. 

North Africa practiced chattel slavery.
Another politically unacceptable solution.

The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse will not ride to 
Europe's rescue. 

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Your Money

After Napa Jolt, Quake-Proofing Your Homeowner’s Insurance

Homeowner’s policies generally do not include protection against damage caused by earthquakes, and the risk extends well beyond California.
Earthquakes; Insurance; Real Estate and Housing (Residential) 

A high strength foundation well fastened to the house structure seems like a "no brainer".
Earthquake insurance like flood insurance is a judgment call.

http://www.usgs.gov/blogs/features/files/2014/07/National-Map.jpg

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John C. Liu
 
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Science

Parasites Practicing Mind Control


Evolution.

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Opinion

Ethical on Food Supply

Wayne Pacelle of the Humane Society of the United States responds to a Business Day article.
Animal Abuse, Rights and Welfare 

One must know and trust the grower.

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Opinion

Sympathy for a Desert Dog

The Ju/’hoansi villagers I lived with communed with animals. So why didn’t they grieve for the dog who had befriended me?
Animals; Deserts; Dogs; Empathy 

We can understand animals as our fellow beings
And we can have pets.
I tend toward pets so I would rather eat strangers.
It is why most farmers do not do their own slaughtering and butchering.
 
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Automobiles

It’s a Long Way to the Top

The Power Wagon is Ram’s ultimate off-roader, suited for big obstacles and big spaces. It’s more than trail-ready, as long as those trails are wide.
Automobiles; Trucks and Trucking; Sports Utility Vehicles and Light Trucks 

I know Dodge wants to sell it.
I don't want to buy it.
Walking is the best all terrain vehicle I know.
I want a small two seat truck to do general hauling.
Other things can be rented or hired with a driver. 

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World

Libyans Overrun Compound Abandoned by U.S. Embassy in Tripoli


Abandoned means our people left.

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Great Homes & Destinations

What You Get for ... $2,400,000

This week’s properties offer city views in Rhode Island and mountain views in Arizona and Hawaii.
Real Estate and Housing (Residential) 

As much house as you can afford.

I would rather have a separate studio so my dust and chips do not come to bed.

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U.S.

In a Tough Place to Grow, Discovering Much to Love

Advocates for local food are pushing back against the notion that eating food grown or raised in Alaska is impossible or too expensive.
Agriculture and Farming; Food; Local Food; Gardens and Gardening; Farmers' Markets 

There is no reason to have an urban population in Alaska.  The carrying capacity of the country is limits the population. 
I do not need to live there.

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World

Thai Court Dismisses Murder Case Against Ex-Leaders

Judges from the Criminal Court of Thailand ruled that they lack jurisdiction over former officials who ordered a move against protesters in 2010.
Demonstrations, Protests and Riots; Murders and Attempted Murders; Defense and Military Forces 

The circumstances required to convict the powerful are exceptional.
 

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Arts

Praise the Lord, and Chase the Ratings

“Preachers of L.A.,”

I am not required to love them.
They are exploiting the vulnerable. 

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They lack the ability.  "The onion router"
U.S.

20 Types of Coral Listed as Threatened

  
A tool in our hands.








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