Saturday, August 2, 2014

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1
U.S.

Justice Department Joins Voting Rights Cases

Challengers of voting laws in Wisconsin and Ohio said in court filings that measures in those states unfairly affect minority voters.
Voting Rights Act (1965); Discrimination; Voter Registration and Requirements; Voting and Voters 

The Justice Department is doing its work.
2
U.S.

In Emails, I.R.S. Official Referred to G.O.P. ‘Crazies’

Representative Dave Camp, chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, released the emails, sent in 2012, as part of his committee’s investigation.
Internal Revenue Service Political Profiling; E-Mail 

Lois Lerner violated no rules.
3
U.S.

A Long Slate of Mayoral Candidates Hints at a Rapidly Changing Oakland

Once a bastion for the working and middle classes, the city is going through an identity crisis as it gains a reputation as a gentrifying “hipster haven” with a booming real estate market.
Elections, Mayors; Gentrification; Race and Ethnicity; Area Planning and Renewal; Crime and Criminals
4
U.S.

Union Limits and Voter ID Rule Upheld in Wisconsin

In two major rulings, the Wisconsin Supreme Court upheld a divisive state law that effectively ended collective bargaining for most public workers.
Collective Bargaining; Voter Registration and Requirements; Suits and Litigation (Civil)

A skirmish lost
 
5
World

Arab Leaders, Viewing Hamas as Worse Than Israel, Stay Silent

Led by Egypt, a coalition of Arab states has effectively lined up with Israel in its fight against Hamas, posing new obstacles to efforts to end the Gaza conflict.
Palestinians; Middle East and North Africa Unrest (2010- ); Arabs

yes
 
6
Opinion

Protests by Immigrants Against a Shelter in Queens

Two Chinese members of the New York City Council urge Chinese immigrants to show compassion toward the homeless.
Homeless Persons; Asian-Americans; Immigration and Emigration

a squib.
 
7
U.S.

Another Avenue to Reach Policy Makers: Taxicabs

Advocacy groups are taking advantage of a new requirement that District of Columbia taxicabs have back-seat screens by showing ads.
Transit Systems; Political Advertising; Taxicabs and Taxicab Drivers

Yes.
 
8
Fashion & Style

Digital Divide on the Wedding Aisle

For brides and grooms: To hashtag or not to hashtag, that is the question.
Weddings and Engagements; Social Media; Cellular Telephones; Wireless Communications

Bring in a professional if you must.
 
9
Technology

LG’s Snappy G3 Phone Is Poised to Test Rivals

The many enhancements of the new device could help LG, not widely thought of in the U.S. as a maker of high-end smartphones, challenge its rivals.
Smartphones; Android (Operating System)

ok
 
10
World

Filling Stomachs to Open Minds on Immigration

To combat the anti-immigrant sentiment in Sweden, a young teacher has begun hosting communal dinners to help bridge the gap between cultures.
Immigration and Emigration

A good step.
 
11
U.S.

Arizona: Rain and Smugglers Damage Border Fence

Federal Border Patrol officials said Wednesday that agents discovered a garage-size hole in a steel fence that divides the United States and Mexico just east of Nogales.
Fences; Smuggling

Trivial.
 
12
Opinion

‘Maybe in America’

13
U.S.

Opinion May Pose Obstacle for Same-Sex Unions


Misleading.

14
U.S.

In Church Attics, Clues to the Private Life of Early America

Historians are racing against time to find and preserve records from more than 250 years ago that were kept by New England congregations.
Archives and Records; Christians and Christianity; Churches (Buildings); Social Conditions and Trends
15
World

Still Torn by Factional Fighting, Post-Revolt Libya Is Coming Undone

With militias fighting for control of the airport in Tripoli and the American Embassy evacuating its staff, Libyans are left to wonder whether there is anyone left to broker the endless disputes.
Evacuations and Evacuees; Terrorism; United States International Relations; Airports; Diplomatic Service, Embassies and Consulates
16
Sports

Arizona Cardinals’ John Abraham Faces D.U.I. Charge in Georgia

17
Health

More on Sleeping Pills and Older Adults

18
U.S.

Pennsylvania: 2 Men Are Charged in Fatal Carjacking

19
U.S.

White House Pushes Financial Case for Carbon Rule


Yes.

20
Sports

One Arena, Two Directions for Teams in Los Angeles

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