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Opinion
Supreme Court Rulings on Immigration and Affirmative Action
A deadlock on immigration “condemns millions to life in the shadows,” one reader writes. Another praises Justice Anthony Kennedy for not voting ideologically.Texas is still crazy.
Austin may not be part of Texas.
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Opinion
Understanding Gun Violence
California is acting where Congress has not: The Legislature has funded a center that will study gun violence and its effect on public health."California’s move offers a good example for other states, which will have to take the lead on this issue, since any federal action on gun research is unlikely without a change in the makeup of Congress."
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N.Y. / Region
City Failed to Test for Lead in Water at Day Care Centers, Audit Says
The city comptroller, Scott M. Stringer, said Friday that the health department falsified records to indicate that water tests were completed.Apparently it does take an audit to insure that necessary testing is done.
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Fashion & Style
Amy Sennett, Daniel Koh
The couple met at business school, when the bride said she needed a running buddy. The groom has been keeping up with her ever since.A civil ceremony is enough.
Sooner is better. As soon as you can is best.
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World
Shootout in Cyprus Resort Town Kills at Least 3
At least three people were killed and two were wounded in the resort town of Ayia Napa, the police said.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyprus#1974_coup.2C_Turkish_invasion_and_division
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Magazine
What Do This Week’s Supreme Court Decisions Mean for Immigration and Affirmative Action?
A conversation about the rulings in United States v. Texas and Fisher v. University of Texas at Austin.The "conservatives" are trying to avoid social engineering as a concept.
The constitution is built on the presumption of social engineering.
The conflict between static and dynamic stability remains unresolved.
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Fashion & Style
Caroline Smith, Ryan Passe
The bride and groom met at the University of South Carolina, from which they graduated.Sooner is better. As soon as you can is best.
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Opinion
A Big Victory for Public Defense in New York
State lawmakers have finally agreed to fully pay for lawyers for poor defendants.Criminals are as mobile as the rest of the population.
Criminal defense is not a local problem.
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U.S.
Tutors See Stereotypes and Gender Bias in SAT. Testers See None of the Above.
Some critics said two items on the newly revamped exam were unfair to girls, but College Board officials said the test had been thoroughly vetted, leading to scores that showed no bias.A change could be made.
It seems to be a quibble.
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Arts
Christo’s ‘Floating Piers’ to Close at Night for Repairs
The installation on Lake Iseo in Northern Italy has drawn over 350,000 visitors, wearing out the walkway’s fabric and straining local infrastructure.Christo has struck a chord with the public.
I am surprised.
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Opinion
Affirmative Action in College Admissions, Here to Stay
The Supreme Court’s ruling on a University of Texas policy means the constitutionality of race-consciousness in admitting students is settled.Yes
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Off to Pratt.
U.S.
Video: Reaction to Court Immigration Ruling
Outside the Supreme Court on Thursday, protesters expressed disappointment with a ruling that blocked President Obama’s plan to allow some illegal immigrants to work legally.Fashion & Style
Audrey Dorélien, Jason Kerwin
The bride and groom are assistant professors at the University of Minnesota.N.Y. / Region
Muslim Officer Sues New York Police Dept. Over No-Beard Policy
Masood Syed, a 10-year veteran who was suspended for refusing to shave, says the department’s guidelines infringe on religious freedoms.Technology
Should Your Driverless Car Hit a Pedestrian to Save Your Life?
Surveys show that people generally believe autonomous vehicles should make an emergency decision for the greatest good — except if it might kill them.U.S.
Supreme Court Decision on Affirmative Action Cheered by College Admissions Experts
After the Supreme Court upheld a University of Texas admission plan that considers factors like race and diversity, college officials praised the decision.Fashion & Style
Millicent Younger, Michael Bender
The couple met in 2011 at a bar along the Baltimore waterfront.U.S.
Tears Flow and Spirits Sag, but Some Immigrants Look to November With Determination
The deadlocked Supreme Court’s ruling against President Obama left many immigrants fearful of deportation, but others said they would continue their fight.Fashion & Style
Howard Bard, Christopher Speron
The couple chose their wedding date to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the Supreme Court case that allowed same-sex couples to marry.U.S.
In Freddie Gray Trials, Baltimore Judge Sets High Bar for Prosecution
Judge Barry G. Williams has a long history of involvement in police brutality trials as a prosecutor in federal cases.|
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