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U.S.
Florida Braces for First Hurricane Landfall Since 2005
Tropical Storm Hermine is expected to strengthen into a hurricane by the time it reaches the Florida Panhandle.Governor Scott panicked.
http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at4+shtml/213512.shtml?tswind120#contents
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U.S.
Hurricane Hermine, Landing in Florida, Batters Coast Towns
The storm made landfall early Friday in the northwestern part of the state and then, weakened, headed up the coast."Despite the direct hit on Florida, the hurricane spared the northern part of the state, leaving behind a manageable mess in the most affected counties and not the kind of catastrophic damage a more powerful storm could have wrought"
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Business Day
If Trump Gets His Way, Real Estate Will Get Even More Tax Breaks
A proposal to shave the tax rate on business income would also help out hedge funds and private equity shops."Even conservative Republican tax experts have denounced the specific real estate measures Mr. Trump has outlined."
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Your Money
‘What if You Weren’t Afraid?’ and 4 More Money Questions From Readers
Not surprisingly, parents and their values influenced how readers said they made decisions about saving, spending and giving.Where are we staying in Florida?
I will not stay in Florida.
Can you accept the fact that we can’t live the same life that you do?
Yes.
What would you do if you weren’t afraid?
Spend years exploring aesthetics.
Norwegian and Alaskan fjords and islands.
The Turkish Black Sea coast over into Georgia.
The Lesser Antillies by shallow draft boat.
What good is having a lot in the bank if you’ve never let yourself live?
Living is seeing, making and pleasing.
One can have enough chocolate.
What is the most satisfying thing you’ve spent money on?
Understanding
Heat after cold.
Food after hunger.
Other's pleasure.
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Opinion
Second Thoughts of an Animal Researcher
A scientist who stepped away from experimenting on monkeys says society needs to rethink the ethics of animal research.Animals cannot give consent.
People suffer brain death.
People can give consent before brain death.
Ask.
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N.Y. / Region
New York Court Expands Definition of Parenthood
The state Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday that a non-adoptive, non-biological caretaker of a child could be allowed to ask for custody and visitation rights.Necessary.
The pool of orphans is no smaller.
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Fashion & Style
The Internet Thinks I’m Still Pregnant
When a box of formula arrives on the doorstep months after a miscarriage, it becomes clear that the virtual world didn’t get the pregnancy update.Selling is all that matters.
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N.Y. / Region
Atlantic Silversides Know the Wisdom of Crowds
Silversides, rife all along the Atlantic Coast, are like popcorn to larger fish, and even the smallest bits flung into the waters are eagerly devoured.Yes.
Nets are the machine guns of the marine world.
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Well
When the Barriers Aren’t Just Physical
The first school we tried was wheelchair-accessible, but there were still barriers. Luckily, the second one found other ways to let my son in.Yes.
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N.Y. / Region
In Brooklyn, Stifling Higher Learning Among Hasidic Women
A letter from the United Talmudic Academy meant for girls entering the 12th grade, and their parents, stated that they “shouldn’t God forbid take a degree which is according to our sages, dangerous and damaging.”The Hasidic sect, the Satmar, are incomprehensible to me. I leave them alone.
The state insists they follow the civil law.
Misogyny is built into religious law.
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Food
What to Cook This Weekend
Planning for the (near) end of summer with fried fish, grilled eggplant salad and more.OK
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N.Y. / Region
The Sunday Routine of Koshin Paley Ellison, Monk and Zen Teacher
Mr. Paley Ellison of the New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care in Chelsea believes that it is a privilege to care for those who are sick.I am not there yet.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pressure_ulcer
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Real Estate
Realtors and Ethics
The writer learns the hard way that being told the house was his was not enough. He should have secured an agreement in writing.I cannot add to the list.
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Opinion
Donald Trump’s Tax-Cut Plan: A Boon for the Wealthy
The Roosevelt Institute’s president calls Mr. Trump’s plan “the same old failed ‘trickle-down’ economics”; another reader discusses repeal of the estate tax.Tax cut plans are intended to please the wealthy.
The taxes paid by the poor are almost never cut.
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Real Estate
Homes for Sale in Brooklyn and Manhattan
This week’s properties are in Carnegie Hill, on the Upper East Side and in Sea Gate, Brooklyn.The sea comes up.
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N.Y. / Region
Trapped in a Tollbooth, and Targeted for Harassment
While the advent of electronic tolls has reduced the number of human toll takers, women who still do the job in the New York area say they are often subjected to crude behavior by drivers.Cameras and plate readers can do wonders.
Send the owner a bill.
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Health
Tests Confirm Mosquitoes in Miami Beach Are Carrying Zika Virus
Florida announced on Thursday that for the first time mosquitoes in Miami Beach had tested positive for the virus, showing the virus was still active in the area.Rush the vaccine.
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The Upshot
The Formula for a Richer World? Equality, Liberty, Justice
Equality and social dignity for ordinary people are at the root of the economic flourishing that is improving conditions for even the world’s poorest.Return on investments must exceed interest.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Piketty
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Health
No Zika Cases Reported During Rio Olympics, W.H.O. Says
The World Health Organization said data from Brazil had convinced its experts that no infections had occurred either during the Games or after visitors and athletes had gone home.Insecticides are effective locally.
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Real Estate
Homes for Sale in New York State
This week’s properties are five-bedroom homes in Upper Brookville, N.Y., and White Plains, N.Y.Do you want to heat these barns?
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