Tuesday, August 26, 2014

@10:22, 8/26/14

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Shiite Rebels Make New Demands to Yemen

Members of a Shiite rebel group on Monday presented Yemen’s government with new demands in order to stop their protests, hardening their positions and prolonging a standoff in the capital.
Muslims and Islam; Middle East and North Africa Unrest (2010- ); Shiite Muslims 

The north end of East Africa.
Saudi is the dominant power.  Saudi is Sunni.
They are out of water.

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N.Y. / Region

Uncertainty for Workers Losing Jobs at Atlantic City Casinos

The city is bracing for an economic blow as three of its casinos — Showboat, Revel and Trump Plaza — shut down in the next three weeks. About 6,500 workers will be laid off.
Casinos; Labor and Jobs; Unemployment; Gambling 

Getting a job in a depressed economy is nearly impossible.

I intend to create for an income.

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abortion_in_the_Republic_of_Ireland
 
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christian_views_on_sin
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Judaism_and_Christianity#Sin
 
I do not want to dominate or submit.
Acts are facts. 

There is a basic human right.
The right to take action in anticipation of events.
Law is an expression of this right.
There is no natural or divine law.
The higher powers are humans acting in concert.
 
The Irish are wrong on abortion.

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Automobiles

Monday Motorsports: Flawless Ricciardo Scores Formula One Win at Spa

Daniel Ricciardo is the first Australian since 1960 to win at Spa-Francorchamps; Joey Logano wins Sprint Cup race, capping Nascar sweep for Penske.
Automobiles; Automobile Racing; Nascar Sprint Cup Series 

Another day on the road.

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World

Nigeria: Militants Claim to Rule City ‘by Islamic Law’

The leader of the Islamist militant group Boko Haram said his fighters were now ruling the northeastern city of Gwoza “by Islamic law,” according to a video released late Sunday.
Muslims and Islam 

“Allah commands us to rule Gwoza by Islamic law,” Mr. Shekau said. “In fact, he commands us to rule the rest of the world, not only Nigeria, and now we have started.”

 Nigeria has a civil war.

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Crosswords/Games

The Two Cookies Puzzle


Guessing numbers has little appeal.
I will be informed when the time comes.
Sooner is better.  As soon as you can is best.

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U.S.

Election Panel Enacts Policies by Not Acting

Deadlocked votes by the Federal Election Commission have created a rapidly expanding universe of unofficial law, particularly on financial disclosure and investigations.
Campaign Finance; United States Politics and Government; Lobbying and Lobbyists; Bitcoin (Currency); Political Action Committees; Citizens United v Federal Election Commission (Supreme Court Decision) 

Impasse is G.O.P. policy.
Vote them out of office and power.

Opinion

Deported From the Middle of Nowhere

The treatment of Central Americans in a detention center in New Mexico is evidence that the Obama administration is not combining compassion with respect for the law.
Immigration Detention; Deportation; Suits and Litigation (Civil) 

"homeland security secretary, Jeh Johnson, said when the crisis was at its peak: “We will send you back.”"

"The urgency of “deterrence” messaging and damping a political crisis can’t supersede the Constitution and the requirements of asylum law."
"Heads will roll."

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Opinion

Obama Cares. Look at the Numbers.


Yes.

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Opinion

How the Carolinas Fixed Their Blurred Lines

Interstate border fights can get ugly. Two states found a better way.
Maps; States (US) 

Yes.

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N.Y. / Region

Bronx Caregiver Is Charged With Manslaughter in the Death of a Toddler

Athena Skeeter, a licensed child care worker, is facing charges in the death of 19-month-old Cardell Williamson, who was found unresponsive in her home.
Murders and Attempted Murders; Child Abuse and Neglect; Child Care 

The prosecutor is acting for the father and potential clients of Athena Skeeter. 
Cute kid.

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Business Day

Video: ‘Ice Bucket Challenge’ Raises Millions

With people as varied as former President George W. Bush and Justin Bieber, the viral “Ice Bucket Challenge” has now raised more than $41.8 million for Lou Gehrig’s disease.
Philanthropy 

The world resembles Georgian London. 

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World

Iranian TV Shows Remains of What It Says Is Downed Israeli Drone

An Iranian general described the wreckage but said that the drone had not taken off from Israel.
Drones (Pilotless Planes); Uranium 

It is interesting that Iran needs an excuse.

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U.S.

E-Cigarette Use Said to Rise Among Tobacco-Free Youths

The number of middle school and high school students in the United States who say they have tried e-cigarettes but not traditional cigarettes increased by about 60 percent from 2012 to 2013.
Smoking and Tobacco; E-Cigarettes; Teenagers and Adolescence 

A license could be required to own the device.

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Opinion

Unrest in the Midwest

How pro-Confederate conspiracies in the 1864 Midwest helped win the elections for the Republicans.
Civil War (US) (1861-65); Espionage and Intelligence Services 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Posse_Comitatus_Act
 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FDR
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Southern_strategy

All my grandparents were Republicans.

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World

North Korea May Soon Have More Powerful Rocket

Satellite images indicate that the North is likely to have the ability to launch a rocket that can carry a heavier payload by the end of 2014, according to an American research organization.
Missiles and Missile Defense Systems 

Drones could shoot such a rocket down on launch.

That would not be viewed as a friendly act.

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Sports

Washington Post Editorial Board Joins Other Groups in Not Using ‘Redskins’

The Post’s editorial board joined newspapers in Seattle, San Francisco and Detroit in refusing to use the football team’s name in its writing.
Football 

The end is near.

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U.S.

Virginia: Soldier Kills Herself at Fort Lee

A soldier died Monday after barricading herself in an office and shooting herself at Fort Lee.
Suicides and Suicide Attempts 

We don't know yet.  There will be more reported.

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Sports

Rams’ Bradford Appears to Reinjure Left Knee

The St. Louis quarterback, who missed the team’s final nine games last season after having a torn anterior cruciate ligament repaired, was hurt in the first quarter of a preseason game against Cleveland.
Football; Stadiums and Arenas 

Emblematic of his host city.

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World

Researchers Find Illegal Bear Trade Expanding in Asia

A new report suggests that bear farms have not decreased the demand for wild bears and bear parts.
Animal Abuse, Rights and Welfare; Bears; Poaching (Wildlife)

Enforced bans work.

They do cost.


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