Thursday, May 28, 2015

@11:00, 5/28/15

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1
N.Y. / Region

Hospital Says Man Who Died of Lassa Fever Initially Didn’t Disclose Trip to Africa

Such information, if provided sooner, could have helped health officials save the life of the man, first treated at St. Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, N.J.
Lassa Fever; Epidemics

He was not asked his travel history.

2
Business Day

U.S. Urges European Leaders to Solve Greek Crisis Quickly

Treasury Secretary Jacob J. Lew, en route to a G-7 meeting in Germany, cited “broad uncertainties for Europe and the global economy.”
Economic Conditions and Trends

I would not bet against a Greek Exit.

3
N.Y. / Region

Man in New Jersey Dies of Rare Viral Disease After Returning From Liberia

Lassa fever,


4
World

Migrants Rescued From the Sea Face Uncertainty in Indonesian Camps

Aid groups are concerned that the conditions in the camps are unsanitary, could potentially spread disease, and were never intended for long-term habitation.
Rohingya (Ethnic Group); Refugees and Displaced Persons

The situation has the smell of permanence.
Some of the Palestinian camps are sixty years old.

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N.Y. / Region

Yale Student Jumps to His Death After He Stabbed Another, Police Say

Officials said the suspect fell six stories from an off-campus apartment building Tuesday morning, moments after he attacked a fellow student who was an acquaintance.
Murders, Attempted Murders and Homicides

A fight over moving on?   

6
Magazine

Brazilian Soul Food

For feijoada, desperation begat deliciousness.
Recipes; Soul Food (Cuisine); Cooking and Cookbooks

http://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1017432-feijoada
http://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1017434-farofa

7
Sports

Alberto Contador’s Lead Grows

Contador extended his overall lead at the Giro d’Italia by seven seconds by finishing third behind the winner Mikel Landa during the mountainous 15th stage.
Giro d'Italia (Bicycle Race)

http://nytimes.stats.com/mlb/scoreboard.asp?meta=true

Final 1 2 3   4 5 6   7 8 9   R H E
Boston0 0 0
0 1 1
0 3 0
5130
Texas0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 1
151

  W: E. Rodriguez (1-0)   L: N. Martinez (4-1)
  Bos HR: H. Ramirez (11)


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World

Indians Urged to Stay Indoors as Sweltering Heat Kills More Than 1,300

Most of the deaths were reported in the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana in southern India, as temperatures surpassed 116 degrees in some places.
Weather

India is suffering an inversion.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inversion_%28meteorology%29

9
U.S.

Congress Pursues Deal on Phone Data Collection in Rare Talks During Recess

With a deadline near, members of Congress took the unusual step of working during a recess to write a bill that senators would pass.
Surveillance of Citizens by Government; Law and Legislation; Telephones and Telecommunications; USA PATRIOT Act; United States Politics and Government

The entire patriot act should expire.

10
Science

Even Einstein’s Research Can Take Time to Matter


Practical support.
The integrated processor made computers cheap.
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Opinion

Long Odds in the Game of Life

Can my working-class students avoid years of underemployment?
Colleges and Universities; Part-Time Employment; Labor and Jobs

Yes.

When the economy wakes up these people will be employed.
In depressed conditions there is little skilled work.

12
U.S.

Scientists Warn to Expect More Weather Extremes

It was not long ago that Texas was dealing with a searing drought, but now its residents are more likely to be seeking divine intervention for a little sunshine.
Weather; Drought; Floods; Global Warming

Weather is still within the noise band of historical variability.
Climate has only begun to change.

13
World

Danish Radio Station Defends Host Who Clubbed Rabbit to Death During Animal Welfare Debate

Beating a baby rabbit with a bicycle pump was intended to provoke discussion of people’s hypocritical views on animals and meat, the station said.
Animal Abuse, Rights and Welfare; Social Media; Meat; Rabbits

There are easier ways to pick a fight.
Let him keep his job.
Close the station.

14
Opinion

Out of Albany’s Chaos

Important issues deserve attention from New York’s Legislature before the session ends.
State Legislatures; Law and Legislation

I distrust Andrew Cuomo.

15
Real Estate

Long Island City for the Good Commute

Frustrated by the long trip from central New Jersey to his job in Manhattan, Anthony Altamura considered Queens apartments.
Renting and Leasing (Real Estate)

Her income will control her rent and address.

16
Sports

Rutgers Player Faces Robbery Charge

Defensive back Darian Dailey was one of two suspects after a bicyclist was accosted at gunpoint in Florida.
Football (College)

The evidence must be good.

17
U.S.

Obama Announces New Rule Limiting Water Pollution

The new clean water regulation would restore the federal government’s authority to limit pollution in the nation’s rivers, lakes, streams and wetlands.
Water Pollution; Clean Water Act; Law and Legislation; Agriculture and Farming

I celebrate Obama and the new rule.

18
Sports

Contador Keeps Giro d’Italia Lead

Alberto Contador maintained his grip on the overall lead of the Giro d’Italia.
Giro d'Italia (Bicycle Race); Cycling, Road

Top 6th 1 2 3   4 5 6   7 8 9   R H E
Boston0 0 0
0 1 1
     
270
Texas0 0 0
0 0  
     
010

Pitcher: Nick Martinez 5.0 IP, 1 ER, 3 K
At Bat: Mike Napoli 0-1
On Deck: Brock Holt 0-1
Balls: Strikes: Outs:

19
Opinion

Can We Finally Treat Food Workers Fairly?

If you run a business that’s dependent on labor at the poverty level, it isn’t a viable business, from either a moral or practical point of view.
Wages and Salaries; Labor and Jobs; Minimum Wage; Food; Living Wage; Workplace Environment; Fast Food Industry 

Not while corporations run by managers operate restaurants.

20
Business Day

Taco Bell and Pizza Hut to Drop Artificial Flavors and Colors




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