Sunday, September 6, 2015

@20:30, 9/5/15

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World

Video: Imagining the Migrant Experience

A German group crammed 71 volunteers into the back of a small truck to highlight the plight of those who turn to smugglers in the hope of reaching richer countries in Europe.

The Syrian refugees demand the services of the smugglers.
Providing transport to Germany would quickly ruin the smugglers.

2
World

Video: Migrants Face Police in Hungary

Hundreds of migrants on a train headed to an area near the Austrian border were stranded in Bicske, Hungary, in a standoff with the police.

Run the train.

3
Books

Editors’ Choice

Recently reviewed books of particular interest.

I don't see anything here I must read. 
The libraries will have them in a year or so.

4
N.Y. / Region

Treetop Falls in Bryant Park, Injuring 5

None of the victims had life-threatening injuries, the authorities said, after a limb fell on Friday afternoon.

London plain trees are usually better behaved.

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The Upshot

This Was to Be the Year of Bigger Wage Gains. It’s Not.

Shadow workers, people who are sort of but not really in the labor force, may be holding wage growth back.

Cheap skilled workers are in short supply.
Skilled workers insist on being paid.

6
Real Estate

Homes for Sale in New York and Connecticut

This week’s properties include a house on the water in Long Beach, N.Y., and a colonial in New Canaan, Conn.

Neither of these houses fit.

7
N.Y. / Region

Times Square Topless Woman Is Arrested; 2 Others Are Assaulted, Police Say

A seminude painted woman and her boyfriend were arrested on drug and prostitution charges, while a businessman was accused of attacking two other women.

Pickpockets like crowds.
I am not fond of crowds.

8
Travel

Food and Tour News: California Grape Stomp, Caribbean Coral Dives

What you need to know if you’re on a trip or planning one soon, including campfire cooking in Utah and a squirrel cook-off in Arkansas.

I am not feeling that kind of adventurous.
I will let you lead. 

9
The Upshot

Parental Benefits Where One Parent Counts for More

A policy requiring one parent to be designated as the “primary caregiver” can end up enforcing more traditional gender roles.

Give the benefit to the child and an accompanying parent.

10
Health

Insurer Says Clients on Daily Pill Have Stayed H.I.V.-Free


I see the notice. 
H.I.V. should not spread.

11
Opinion

Piercing the Denial on Refugee Crisis

The heartbreaking images of a Syrian boy who drowned may finally provoke more European leaders to act.

I see little action as yet.

12
Opinion

Giving New York City More Autonomy

A lawyer and a former assemblyman offer their ideas for making the city less reliant on state government.

The city has traded autonomy for income again and again.
The state would gladly return the autonomy for the return of the revenue stream.
The first problem is wanting the autonomy and the associated costs.

13
N.Y. / Region

New York Today: A Fading Glow

Friday: Neon signs we loved and lost, holiday weekend weather, and more illumination.

Neon signs are expensive and delicate.
 
14
Sports

Oliveira Wins 13th Stage

Nelson Oliveira of Portugal sped away to win the 13th stage of the Vuelta a EspaƱa, while Fabio Aru of Italy kept his overall lead.

OK

15
Sports

Closing In on Euro 2016

Iceland beat the Netherlands, 1-0, in Amsterdam to take a big step toward qualifying for next year’s European Championship.

I will sit with you while you watch these games.  They run on cable in real time.

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U.S.

Advocates in Denver, Home to Legal Marijuana, Seek Public Place to Smoke

A proposed ballot measure would allow the use of the drug in the city to tiptoe ever so slightly into bars and clubs that cater to over-21 crowds.

Colorado has a problem.
They have allowed the production and sale of pot.
Operating a motor vehicle while stoned is not legal or safe.

17
U.S.

Outside Courthouse, Kim Davis Is Seen as a Villain and a Hero

Supporters of same-sex marriage chanted “love wins,” while supporters of Kim Davis worried about religious freedom.

Kim Davis can rot in jail or resign. 
She can not impose her religious beliefs on others.
"Congress shall make no law respecting the establishment of religion"

18
Sports

Patriots and N.F.L. Players React to Tom Brady Suspension Ruling

A judge’s decision to overturn the N.F.L.’s four-game suspension of the Patriots’ quarterback drew an immediate response on social media.

The public has no say in the matter.
I agree with the judge. 

19
Opinion

Simplifying College Financial Aid Forms

Readers discuss proposals to make it easier to apply for college aid.

The aid form is just another entrance examination.
We should consider college as an entrance examination to the educated elite.

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U.S.

Peoria Settles Suit Over Parody Twitter Account That Mocked Mayor

Jonathan Daniel is to receive $125,000 to drop a lawsuit over a raid that happened after he set up an account using the Peoria mayor’s identity.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_figure

The mayor of Peoria is guilty of abuse of power.

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