Wednesday, February 11, 2015

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Business Day

Greece to Propose a Debt Compromise Plan to Creditors

In a shift, the new government will propose accepting its next bailout loan payment and fulfill most — but not all — of its austerity obligations.
European Sovereign Debt Crisis (2010- ) 

"ATHENS — Hoping to defuse a standoff that has set Europe and financial markets on edge, Greek officials intend to propose a detailed compromise plan at an emergency meeting with creditors on Wednesday in Brussels, a finance ministry official here said on Monday."

Get the facts.

http://yanisvaroufakis.eu/

Greece will not increase its debt.

2
U.S.

Obama Administration Plans to Open Center to Fight Cyberattacks

A goal would be fewer conflicts among agencies, essentially putting greater control of assessments into the hands of the director of national intelligence.
Cyberwarfare; Cyberattacks and Hackers; Espionage and Intelligence Services 

There are many voices in Washington.  
Most of them are hot air.

3
World

Video: Pegida’s Uncertain Future

The German anti-immigration movement Pegida started in Dresden in October and has spread to other cities, gathering followers and prompting a backlash.
Immigration and Emigration; Asylum, Right of; Fringe Groups and Movements; World War II (1939-45); Neo Nazi Groups; Refugees and Displaced Persons; Anger (Emotion); Muslims and Islam 

I worry.

4
U.S.

Complicated Politics of Medicaid Expansion Are Playing Out State by State

Pennsylvania’s new Democratic governor is moving to expand the health insurance program for the poor, while similar plans by Republican governors in Tennessee and Wyoming were rejected.
Medicaid; Health Insurance and Managed Care 

The politics need not be complicated.

5
Science

SpaceX Launch of Solar-Storms Satellite Is Postponed Again

High-level winds on Tuesday prevented the launch of the Deep Space Climate Observatory. The next attempt will be Wednesday night.
Space and Astronomy; Satellites; Science and Technology 

It is winter.

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World

Decrees Governing France’s Bakeries Prompt a Wider Debate on Work Rules

The decrees governing bakeries play into a serious debate about whether the country can change its work rules and make other adjustments to counter high unemployment and a morose economy.
Bakeries and Baked Products; Shopping and Retail; Wages and Salaries; Income 

"Blue Laws" are probably a good idea. 
People can live with planning one day ahead.

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N.Y. / Region

Williamsburg Warehouse Fire Revives Talk of a Promised Park

A 28-acre green space, to be called Bushwick Inlet Park, was promised by the city in 2005, but 10 years later only a small corner of the park has been built.
Parks and Other Recreation Areas; Area Planning and Renewal; Zoning 

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/03/30/nyregion/brooklyn-waterfront-plans-threaten-dream-for-museum-to-honor-uss-monitor.html

I have wanted to know the location that was the Novelty Iron Works.

There is no reason the proposed park should not include the proposed museum.

De Blasio will have to work around the ghost of Robert Moses.

8
Science

Unchanged for More Than Two Billion Years

Scientists have discovered micro-organisms beneath the ocean floor that apparently have not evolved for a very long time.
Oceans and Seas; Bacteria; Evolution (Biology); Paleontology 

“Evolution is a result of organisms adapting to a changing physical or biological environment,” he said. “The corollary to that is if the environment doesn’t change, then you would predict the organisms wouldn’t change, either.” 

10
Technology

Importing Images to iPhoto

Tips on how to transfer photographs into iPhoto on your Mac, and advice for connecting to a virtual private network from a mobile device.
Mobile Applications; iOS (Operating System); Android (Operating System); Computers and the Internet; Software; Smartphones; Google Phone; Wireless Communications 

I will study up on virtual private networks.

11
Opinion

Turkey Asserts Its Role in the Middle East

Ankara’s growing, and positive, engagement in the region actually serves American interests.
Politics and Government 

A puff for Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
I prefer the secular regime of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mustafa_Kemal_Atat%C3%BCrk

12
World

Obama to Recall Military Personnel From Ebola Zone, Officials Say

The president will also outline new steps aimed at eradicating the disease now that the crisis in West Africa has eased, the officials said.
Ebola Virus; United States Defense and Military Forces; Epidemics 

The draw-down is underway.

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World

Malaysian Police Official, Cracking Down on Dissent, Turns to Twitter

A cartoonist was taken into custody after a series of critical posts, and the country’s highest police officer called for investigations into messages by two politicians.
Cartoons and Cartoonists; Freedom of the Press; Social Media 

Malaysia is getting into political trouble.
We will see how events develop.
There is a market there for virtual private networks.
They will not stop the revolt but will stymie the local political police. 

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N.Y. / Region

De Blasio Aims to Improve Medical Response Times

New York City’s Fire Department will receive additional funding in an effort to reduce ambulance response times.
Emergency Medical Treatment; Ambulances 

Improving the 911 system will help.

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The Upshot

To Understand Scott Walker’s Strength, Look at His Donors

The Wisconsin governor’s 2012 recall election extended his fund-raising beyond the borders of his state.
Campaign Finance; Presidential Election of 2016; Midterm Elections (2014); Elections, Governors; United States Politics and Government 

Crowdpac, an index of shame.

16
Opinion

Trying to Ease End-of-Life Suffering

Readers respond to an essay by Dr. Ira Byock.
Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide; Hospice Care; Law and Legislation; Death and Dying 

Palliative care is as close to assisted suicide as the law in most states allows.
Typically there is no limit on the morphine pump.  
If the patient can push a button exit time is under patient control.

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The Upshot

What People Mean When They Say ‘Audit the Fed’

In most of the ways that matter, the Fed is more transparent than almost any other government institution.
Interest Rates; Law and Legislation 

The Federal Reserve Bank is sufficiently transparent.
It is doing what it can to save the economy.

18
Opinion

In Indonesia, Madrassas of Moderation

Islamic boarding schools have existed for centuries in the country, and are mostly a bulwark against extremism.
Education; Muslims and Islam; Religion and Belief 

A strong opinion presented as fact.
I distrust faith based education of all stripes. 

19
U.S.

Missouri: Prosecutor Seeks Dismissal of Grand Juror’s Lawsuit

The St. Louis County prosecutor asked a federal judge on Monday to dismiss a lawsuit from a grand juror who wants to speak publicly about the case of Darren Wilson, the Ferguson police officer who fatally shot Michael Brown.
Jury System 

Why the riot started.

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U.S.

Kansas: Governor Rescinds Order Protecting Gay State Workers

Gov. Sam Brownback has rescinded a former governor’s order barring discrimination against gays and lesbians in hiring and employment throughout much of state government.
Hiring and Promotion; Homosexuality and Bisexuality; Discrimination; United States Politics and Government 

I do not expect the anti discrimination legislation to enter law. 


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