Monday, April 3, 2017

@16:05, 4/3/17

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1
Science

What Happens to Spores in Space?

Microbes can survive in outer space, but are harmed by the ultraviolet radiation found beyond the ozone layer.

Long term survival is improbable.

2
World

Philippines Leader Vows to Pardon Police Accused in Mayor’s Death


There is no rule of law in the Philippines this year.

3
World

Mexican Newspaper Shuts Down, Saying It Is Too Dangerous to Continue

The newspaper, Norte, said that the three killings of reporters in March showed that journalism had become a high-risk profession.

The news will continue.
Reporters will be cautious.
The office will disappear behind a bar.
The office could be the editor's pocket.

4
The Learning Network

Your Five Senses

Which of your five senses — sight, hearing, taste, touch or smell — would you say is your most developed? Which is your least developed?

Taste is the least of these.

5
Opinion

Who Is the Victim in the Anna Stubblefield Case?

On Tuesday, a court will hear the appeal of the former professor convicted of sexually assaulting a disabled man. Her sentence is too harsh.

I do not know which is the victim.

6
Opinion

Don’t Use the Ballot to Get Trump’s Tax Returns

It’s bad policy and probably unconstitutional.

Self incrimination must not be risked.

7
U.S.

Trump’s Precedent for Claiming Immunity? Clinton v. Jones

The president’s lawyers argue he is protected from being sued in state court while in office, while plaintiffs say the Clinton decision favors them.

"Tell it to the judge."

8
N.Y. / Region

Video: In One Crime-Ridden City, Police Try a New Tactic: Patience

In Camden, N.J., one of America's most violent cities, officers are being trained to exercise restraint in situations where they may have previously resorted to deadly force.

https://www.nytimes.com/2017/04/02/nyregion/camden-nj-police-shootings.html

"Do what works."

9
Opinion

Mitch McConnell’s Nuclear Trigger Finger

The Democrats should stand firm against Neil Gorsuch’s Supreme Court nomination. Let the Republicans be the ones who undo Senate rules.

Yes.

10
Food

Recipes for a Better Week

Start with two new baking recipes from Yotam Ottolenghi, and move into a crab Newburg or a classic tuna-salad sandwich.

"Eat food, mostly vegetables."

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