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Opinion

Panel's Latest Warming Warning Misses Global Slumber Party on Energy Research

By ANDREW C. REVKIN | Nov 2nd 2014

The latest global warming report from the U.N. climate panel helpfully clarifies risks but largely misses a key factor in driving an energy transformation — research.

Air Pollution; Carbon Dioxide; Energy and Power; Energy Efficiency; Global Warming; Greenhouse Gas Emissions; Science and Technology; United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change

Remeasurement does not change the facts.

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World

Amid Tensions, Israeli Lawmakers Push for More Jewish Access to Sacred Site

By ISABEL KERSHNER | Nov 2nd 2014

Israel should not void a negotiated truce.

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World

Clashes on Syrian Border Split Lebanese Town

By ANNE BARNARD | Nov 1st 2014

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Opinion

Deceptions of the F.B.I.

By THE EDITORIAL BOARD | Oct 31st 2014

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Fashion & Style

The Political Power Watch Stops Ticking

By ALEX WILLIAMS | Oct 31st 2014

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Magazine

The Astonishing Weaponry of Dung Beetles

By DOUGLAS EMLEN | Oct 31st 2014

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Opinion

Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s Power Play

By THE EDITORIAL BOARD | Oct 30th 2014

I think not.

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N.Y. / Region

New York City Comptroller to Audit Success Academy Charter Network

By KATE TAYLOR | Oct 30th 2014

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Business Day

New Defect in Airbags Affects Some Infinitis

By CHRISTOPHER JENSEN | Oct 31st 2014

The new problem, which could cause too much pressure in an airbag’s casing, is different from the defect that prompted the recall of about 14 million vehicles in recent years.

Automobile Safety Features and Defects; Recalls and Bans of Products

I do not want to discover this problem by accident.

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Opinion

Can Congress Act to Block Fungal Threat to U.S. Amphibians?

By ANDREW C. REVKIN | Oct 31st 2014

Scientists warn that a potent fungus poses a grave threat to American salamanders, with the pet trade the probable path without more controls.

Amphibians; Biodiversity; Endangered and Extinct Species; Frogs; Fungi; Law and Legislation; Pets; Regulation and Deregulation of Industry; Salamanders

Yes.  Losing amphibians would hurt.

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World

Q. and A. on ISIS Hostages Held in Syria

By THE NEW YORK TIMES | Oct 31st 2014

Rukmini Callimachi, a Times reporter, answers readers’ questions about the 23 Western hostages who were held by the Islamic State in in Syria.

Kidnapping and Hostages

No revelations.

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N.Y. / Region

For Pot Inc., the Rush to Cash In Is Underway

By JOHN LELAND and MOSI SECRET | Oct 31st 2014

With medical marijuana coming to New York, a curious collection of players is jockeying to cash in.

Medical Marijuana; Law and Legislation; Banking and Financial Institutions; Regulation and Deregulation of Industry

Another opportunity to be a sucker.
The water is full of sharks.

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World

Liberia’s Ebola Crisis Puts President in Harsh Light

By HELENE COOPER | Oct 30th 2014

As Liberia’s first elected leader after a devastating civil war, President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has pushed the country to economic growth, but gains have been halted by the Ebola outbreak.

Ebola Virus; Economic Conditions and Trends; Corruption (Institutional); Foreign Aid

As of 10/31/14

Main Page (2014 West Africa Outbreak)

Countries with Widespread Transmission

Country	Total Cases	Laboratory-Confirmed Cases	Total Deaths
Guinea	1667*	1409	1018
Liberia	6535	2515	2413
Sierra Leone	5338	3778	1510
Total	13540*	7702	4941

6,500 dead in one disease outbreak would ruin any leader's whole day.


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Opinion

Switzerland Regrets a Cruel History

Nov 2nd 2014

There may, at last, be restitution for 'contract children' forcibly separated from their families.

Reparations; Child Abuse and Neglect; Child Labor; Children and Childhood

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Verdingkinder
The Swiss have a problem.
Money does not make people whole. 

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Business Day

Warren Anderson, 92, Dies; Faced India Plant Disaster

By DOUGLAS MARTIN | Oct 30th 2014

Mr. Anderson led the company through one of history’s most lethal industrial accidents, when thousands were killed in a gas leak at its plant in India.

Deaths (Obituaries); Hazardous and Toxic Substances; Accidents and Safety

Warren Anderson was a scapegoat for the Government of India.
Union Carbide Corporation (UCC) contends water entered the tank through an act of sabotage.
The engineering press reported the Union Carbide investigation.  It was not convenient for the image of the Gandhi government.  It was sabotage by an employee of the government operators of the plant. 

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Automobiles

Federal Regulators Investigate Chrysler Over Speed of Recall Repairs

By CHRISTOPHER JENSEN | Oct 31st 2014

N.H.T.S.A. has received complaints that repairs have not been made to Ram pickups recalled last year; Suzuki and G.M. issue recalls.

Automobile Safety Features and Defects; Recalls and Bans of Products

The automakers are still in financial trouble.
Others can own my truck for the next year.
I see the desired models on the news with weapons mounted in the bed.

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U.S.

Opposing Gun Measures in Washington State Draw Cash and Sow Confusion

By KIRK JOHNSON | Oct 31st 2014

One proposal would impose background checks that go beyond federal law, while the other would expressly forbid an expansion.

Gun Control; Referendums; Midterm Elections (2014)

A safe gun is a useless gun.
It is better to do home defense with an axe.

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World

In France, Dam Is the Catalyst for a Flood of Young People’s Anger

By MAÏA de la BAUME | Nov 1st 2014

What had been a local protest has turned into a national drama, spawning vigils and front-page news coverage, while prompting criticism of the government of President François Hollande.

Levees and Dams; Demonstrations, Protests and Riots

Any fight will draw hooligans.
The opposition to this dam is late and misdirected.
The dam should be opposed.
I do not like the use of "cannon fodder". 

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World

Turkish Leader, Using Conflicts, Cements Power

By TIM ARANGO | Oct 31st 2014

Shifting from the prime minister’s office to the presidency, Recep Tayyip Erdogan has “pulled a Putin,” using conflict at home and with the United States to strengthen his authority.

United States International Relations

A limited political life expectancy is indicated.

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Business Day

Tectron Is Recalling 555,000 USB Charging Cables

By REUTERS | Oct 30th 2014

The recall comes after two reports of them overheating and melting, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday.

Recalls and Bans of Products; Consumer Protection

There is not enough copper in them.

A quarter ampere overheats the plastic.




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