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1

Opinion

The Last Train

By THOMAS L. FRIEDMAN | Oct 25th 2014

Israeli, Palestinian and Jordanian environmentalists may have the best model for Middle East peace.

Palestinians; Water 

From California.

2

Movies

Parents Loosen Up Rules for Viewing

By MICHAEL CIEPLY | Oct 20th 2014

In making judgments about children’s film viewing, parents are quickly desensitized by their own exposure to scenes depicting sex and violence, according to a study.

Parenting; Movies; Children and Childhood; Ratings (Parental Guidance) 

I have no knowledge of how  wikipedia.org/wiki/Game_of_Thrones is staged.

If it follows the books it will desensitize any viewer.

It is in its fourth season and has been picked up for two more. it will go seven or eight.

3

U.S.

Catholics in El Paso Could Set the Tone

By JULIÁN AGUILAR | Oct 25th 2014

Catholicism remains the religion of choice for most in the city, but a difference in celebration between generations is indicative of larger issues the church faces.

Religion and Belief 

"Ms. Horak did not predict a mass exodus if the church stays true to its traditional teachings. Catholics sift through what they believe and what they think is outdated, she said, and doing so allows them to remain comfortable being Catholic."

4

World

South Korea Tears Down Christmas Tower on Border

By CHOE SANG-HUN | Oct 22nd 2014

Not an effective weapon but a lovely promise.

5 

Business Day

Three More States Ban a Type of Highway Guardrail

By DANIELLE IVORY | Oct 23rd 2014

Ten states have now banned the ET-Plus system made by Trinity Industries, which is suspected of malfunctioning in crashes.

Traffic Accidents and Safety 

For $2.00 . . .

6

World

Ukrainians Vote in Parliamentary Elections With Far-Reaching Implications

By DAVID M. HERSZENHORN | Oct 26th 2014

The ability of Parliament to overcome dysfunction will factor heavily in the ability of President Petro O. Poroshenko to break from the Kremlin’s grip.

Elections; Legislatures and Parliaments 

Ukraine has taken another step to the west.

7

Business Day

Economic Gauge Shows a Solid Gain

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS | Oct 23rd 2014

The index of leading indicators suggested continued growth, while applications for unemployment aid rose last week but remained at historically low levels.

United States Economy; Unemployment Insurance; Labor and Jobs; Unemployment 

Probably noise.

8

N.Y. / Region

In New York State Senator’s Case, Defining ‘Embezzlement’

By STEPHANIE CLIFFORD | Oct 23rd 2014

 

Two counts out of ten.  They are only questioned.

9

N.Y. / Region

Report on Investigation Into Ambulance Dispatch Delay in Fatal Fire

Oct 21st 2014 

10

U.S.

Pennsylvania: Justice Is Suspended

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS | Oct 20th 2014 

11

Health

Ebola Vaccine, Ready for Test, Sat on the Shelf

By DENISE GRADY | Oct 23rd 2014

An Ebola vaccine effective in monkeys was not tested in humans until now, after the severe outbreak in West Africa forced governments to step in.

Ebola Virus; Vaccination and Immunization; Clinical Trials; Epidemics; Drugs (Pharmaceuticals) 

12

Opinion

In India, Revealing the Children Left Behind

By TINA ROSENBERG | Oct 23rd 2014

A nationwide, door-to-door testing initiative has become a mobilizing force for better-quality education.

Children and Childhood; Education (K-12); Illiteracy; Tests and Examinations 

13

U.S.

Before Bigger Stage, Walker Must Win Wisconsin

By MONICA DAVEY | Oct 19th 2014

Scott Walker’s job as governor is not all that is at stake: His currency as a presidential contender will surely vanish if he cannot win a second term.

Presidential Election of 2016; Elections, Governors; Midterm Elections (2014) 

14

N.Y. / Region

Dispatchers Faulted for Delayed Medical Call to Fatal Fire in Queens

By J. DAVID GOODMAN | Oct 21st 2014

It took 21 minutes for an ambulance to arrive at a fire that killed two children in April in Far Rockaway, Queens.

Ambulances; Fires and Firefighters; Emergency Medical Treatment 

15

Your Money

Gaining in Years, and Helping Others to Make Gains

By KERRY HANNON | Oct 24th 2014

The 2014 winners of the Purpose Prize, all 60 and older, have volunteered their skills and experience to help people and improve communities.

Disabilities; Awards, Decorations and Honors; Volunteers and Community Service; Nonprofit Organizations 

If we can afford it.

16

World

European Union Asks Britain to Pay Extra $2.7 Billion

By STEPHEN CASTLE | Oct 24th 2014

In a country where membership in the bloc is a contentious topic, the request is being portrayed as a punishment for its relative economic success

Desperation.


17

Fashion & Style

Scene City: Singing for Their Supper (and a Cause)

Oct 22nd 2014

Alicia Keys, Ludacris and Jamie Foxx perform at Denise Rich’s Angel Ball for cancer research.

Parties (Social); Cancer 

We will have to do something besides minimize our carbon footprint.

18

N.Y. / Region

Cuomo, With Biden, Announces Contests to Upgrade Airports in New York City

By PATRICK McGEEHAN | Oct 20th 2014

A contest seeks master plans to make La Guardia and Kennedy Airports more attractive and efficient, though the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has already started considering contractors.

Airports; Travel and Vacations; Business Travel 

Short term parking would help.

19

World

New Leader Takes Oath of Office in Indonesia

By JOE COCHRANE | Oct 20th 2014

Joko Widodo, who was born in a slum, is the first Indonesian president not to have emerged from the country’s political elite or to have been a general.

Inaugurations 

Indonesia has a better chance at good luck.

20

World

Sunni Militants Draw Iraqi Forces Into Intense Battles on Several Fronts

By KIRK SEMPLE | Oct 24th 2014

Government forces fought for the third straight day to fend off a heavy assault by Islamic State militants on a strategically placed town in Anbar Province.

Muslims and Islam; Yazidi (Religious Sect) 

I am expecting IS to run into supply trouble.