Tuesday, April 3, 2018

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Business Day

To Trump, It’s the ‘Amazon Washington Post.’ To Its Editor, That’s Baloney.

The president calls the paper, which is owned by Amazon’s chief executive, Jeff Bezos, “a lobbyist weapon,” among other things. “There isn’t anybody here who is paid by Amazon,” the editor, Martin Baron, said.

Martin Baron knows who and what owns the Post.
The staff also knows.
I expect they will try to not to upset their owner.
They are expected to maintain their usefulness by maintaining the Post's reputation for honor.
"The power to destroy is the power to control"
That control is dangerous to exercise. Each occaision can be the last. 

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N.Y. / Region

Drivers Fume Over Parking Rules During Snowstorm

New York City got several inches of snow, but officials decided against suspending alternate-side parking rules.

The snow is nearly gone.

3
Style

Not the Same Old Song and Dance: Ironman, Opera and Obstetrics

They married 11 years ago this month, and neither has slowed down since.

Sooner is better.   As soon as you can is best.

4
N.Y. / Region

Assemblywoman Pamela Harris Resigns Ahead of Fraud Trial

Pamela Harris was indicted in January on a number of charges, including fraudulently receiving hurricane disaster funds and siphoning money from a nonprofit.

A sad development.

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Business Day

Trump Slump? Tech, Trade Drag Down Stocks: DealBook Briefing

For months, the stock market plowed through the obstacles the Trump administration threw in its way. Now, the S.&P. 500 is down more than 10 percent from its high.

9h9 hours ago
The really amazing thing is how long markets have stayed complacent about having someone vengeful, corrupt, and ignorant in the White House. The stock market is not the economy or vice versa, but still ...

6
Well

The Value and Limitations of a Cardiac Calcium Scan

A calcium scan is useful to assess patients considered to be at moderate risk of heart disease, but a good score is not a ticket to be reckless.

It is a thought but not a worry.

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The Upshot

Fighting Over Chores? Spend Some Money, Save the Marriage

Maybe family life would be more harmonious if we just outsourced the housework we disliked, research suggests.

A cleaning service would be nice.
"I have more time than money"

8
Food

Disgraced by Scandal, Mario Batali Is Eyeing His Second Act

While other men accused of sexual harassment lie low, the celebrity chef is already exploring whether he can move on to a new role.

I wish Mario Bataali good luck in his efforts.

9
Well

When Your Baby Is Your Roommate

Experts recommend that babies sleep in the parents’ room — but not their bed — for up to a year, but that’s not ideal for all parents.

Things to consider.

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Real Estate

A Would-Be Developer Chooses a Neighborhood Under Construction

A real estate developer-in-training finds a home in Hudson Yards, the largest construction site in the city.

Enjoy.   My preference is for quiet living when not working.

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