Friday, June 17, 2016

@0:30, 6/17/16

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Fashion & Style

Is It Going to Be Me, or the Cat?

Also, navigating big-ticket social issues, sexual mismatches and what to bring to dinner.

"He’s gay! They can be close friends, but a sexual relationship seems unlikely. Sympathize with your daughter. The mismatch of her heart’s desire will not lessen her pain. But don’t demonize the boy; he may feel vulnerable enough. And as many people can tell your daughter, she is better off learning the truth now than discovering it at 40."
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U.S.

In a Shaken Orlando, Comfort Dogs Arrive With ‘Unconditional Love’

Twelve specially trained golden retrievers were brought to the city to provide emotional relief for victims, emergency workers and families of those killed.

A practical measure as the shock wears off.
There is a difference of opinion on PTSD.

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N.Y. / Region

Enough With the Gefilte Fish. I’ll Have Sushi.

Orthodox and Hasidic Jews in Brooklyn are increasingly turning to the Japanese dish (but without shellfish) because it provides dietary flexibility.

Good.

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Times Insider

50,000 Cans of Beer on the Wall

“Zoning is an easy subject to grasp in Houston: It doesn’t exist here.”

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N.Y. / Region

AirBlabNBore

Renting a room from a stranger on Airbnb may involve having to hear about the person’s lonely horse or holding long conversations over a cheese plate.

Putting up at the motel works for me.

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N.Y. / Region

Elliot Morales Sentenced to 40 Years to Life for Hate Crime Murder

The judge invoked the recent shooting in Orlando as he sentenced Mr. Morales, who killed a gay man in the West Village in Manhattan three years ago.

Agatha Christie was a sharp observer of humanity.
Elliot Morales lives in his own world. 

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Magazine

The Parasite Underground

A shadow network of patients are trying to treat their own debilitating diseases — by infecting themselves with gastrointestinal worms.

There is an affect.
It seems to be temporary.
There is a good possibility that another organism is causal.

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U.S.

Omar Mateen Told Police He’d Strap Bombs to Hostages, Orlando Mayor Says

The gunman said during the attack that he would strap explosives to four hostages and place them in the corners of the nightclub, the mayor said.

Omar Mateen intended to kill with bullets.
He intended to talk about it.


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U.S.

Orlando Medical Examiner: ‘Take a Typical Homicide Scene, Multiply It by 50’

A team led by Dr. Joshua D. Stephany, Orange County’s chief medical examiner, has conducted autopsies on all of the 49 victims of the attack at the Pulse.

The intent to kill is confirmed.

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Health

Orlando Shooting Renews Debate Over Limits on Gay Men Donating Blood

Gay rights activists have protested a ban on donations from sexually active men, but health officials say their position is based on science.

The rule will stay as it is.

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Sports

An Olympic Coach Deals With Zika by Freezing His Sperm

As those headed to Rio come up with plans to battle the mosquito-borne virus, John Speraw, an American volleyball coach, is preserving sperm in case he is infected.

Zika is trouble.
Russia is more trouble.

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Magazine

Letter of Recommendation: Bunk Beds

Sharing a single vertical axis, each person is made to be vulnerable before the other.

I did not find them a happy solution as a child.

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Food

The Secret to District Saigon’s Broths: Slow Cooking

A new Vietnamese restaurant in Astoria, Queens, simmers its pho with patience and attention to ingredients.

As convenient.


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T Magazine

A Natural Beauty Guru’s Guide to Wellness — and Astrology

During a recent reading of her friend Linda Rodin’s stars, Rose-Marie Swift (of RMS makeup fame) shared her secrets to a happy, healthy lifestyle.

What pleases you pleases me.
Pay attention.

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Travel

How to Stay Safe on Your Next Trip

Travel experts’ tips include complying with age restrictions, packing a small first aid kit, and being cautious with water and food.

I carry a few basic supplies.  So far I have not needed them.

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Travel

Celebrating July 4 — in South America

From skiing to hikes to desert excursions, resorts in South America are offering deals in July.

Enjoy

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U.S.

Opposition to Judge in Stanford Sexual Assault Case Grows, In and Out of Court


People do not read.

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Opinion

The Republicans’ Failure on the Environment

How Big Money corrupts environmental policy.

The use of fossil carbon must end. 

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T Magazine

Some of the World’s Best Dishes — All on One Menu

At In Situ, his new restaurant at SFMOMA, chef Corey Lee pays tributes to other famous chefs.

Decorating a city.

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N.Y. / Region

Man Who Ran Flophouses Facing New Fraud Charges

Yury Baumblit, who along with his wife was indicted on money laundering charges, has now been charged with illegally evicting tenants.

Yury Baumblit and his associates are probably guilty as charged.
Removing these abusers does not reduce the number of victims.


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