Sunday, April 2, 2017

@21:00, 4/1/17

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1
World

Ranks of Political Prisoners Grow as Democracy Ebbs in Venezuela

At least 114 political prisoners are now behind bars in Venezuela, according to Penal Forum, a human rights organization that tracks political arrests in the country.

Yes

2
World

El Salvador, Prizing Water Over Gold, Bans All Metal Mining

Environmental activists said the country was the first in the world to impose a nationwide ban on the mining of gold and other metals.

I am surprized.

3
The Upshot

Why Democrats Have a Shot in a Georgia District Dominated by Republicans

The contest to fill Tom Price’s vacant congressional seat is an early test of whether Democrats can make use of President Trump’s unpopularity.

There is not much hope.

4
Your Money

I.R.S. Extension Adds Time to File, but You Still Have to Pay

Taxpayers who think they will not complete their returns by the April 18 deadline may want to consider requesting an extension.

No benefit.

5
World

Malaysia to Release Kim Jong-nam’s Body to North Korea

Nine Malaysians who had been barred from leaving North Korea were allowed to depart in a deal that ends the diplomatic standoff after the Feb. 13 killing.

Check.

6
N.Y. / Region

The Turkey Vulture Is So Clever, and Stinky

These birds have started migrating north through New York City, gliding with their five-foot wingspans. But they have some unappetizing qualities.

They provide a service.

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Business Day

Senate Narrowly Passes Rollback of Obama-Era ‘Auto-I.R.A.’ Rule

The vote to kill a regulation allowing cities and counties to set up retirement savings accounts for some workers was a startling reversal for many Republicans.

The Republicans appear to opine that the poor should starve.

8
Science

Under a Flashlight, a Eureka Moment About Frogs

Two researchers discovered that established knowledge about how glass frogs cared for their eggs was wrong.

The frog males do not secrete the shielding jelly.

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N.Y. / Region

Mayor de Blasio Is Said to Back Plan to Close Jails on Rikers Island

Opinion

Venezuela’s Descent Into Dictatorship

A court ruling annulling the legislature’s authority represents a dangerous turning point for Venezuela.

The court has decided not to fix the problem.

That democracy has died. 


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