Food
Leopold Brothers Offers a Homegrown Version of Campari
The small-batch distiller is producing a spirit called Aperitivo; Patagonia is offering a salmon designed for camping; a gentler sriracha; and more.Food on a backpacking trip is a problem I have not solved.
I continue to work on the problems.
Salmon from Patagonia seems pricey.
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Sports
Wes Welker’s Horse Wins at Royal Ascot
Undrafted claimed the Diamond Jubilee Stakes.http://www.theguardian.com/sport/2015/jun/20/frankie-dettori-diamond-jubilee-undrafted-royal-ascot
http://www.theguardian.com/sport/gallery/2015/jun/20/royal-ascot-final-day-in-pictures
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Books
Editors’ Choice
Recently reviewed books of particular interest.THE DORITO EFFECT: The Surprising New Truth About Food and Flavor, by Mark Schatzker. (Simon & Schuster, $27.) Schatzker’s thesis changes the status of flavor from frill to nutritional essential.
MOVE: Putting America’s Infrastructure Back in the Lead, by Rosabeth Moss Kanter. (Norton, $26.95.) Kanter wants us to address the fundamental issues of how our cities work.
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Opinion
The Detention of Immigrant Families From Central America
The A.C.L.U., Human Rights First and Kids in Need of Defense criticize U.S. policies that lead to prolonged detention of families awaiting hearings.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Refugee_law
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U.S.
Allen Weinstein, Historian of Alger Hiss Case, Dies at 77
Mr. Weinstein cited new evidence of guilt in a 1978 book, decades after a divisive Cold War trial, and later became the national archivist under President George W. Bush.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alger_Hiss
Alger Hiss did not receive a fair trial.
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U.S.
Supreme Court Sides With Raisin Farmers in Property Rights Case
The court said a program dating to the Great Depression was an unconstitutional taking of private property by the government.The "conservatives" are fighting with F.D.R.
Happy deflation.
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Business Day
E.C.B. Agrees to Extend Lifeline to Athens, Greek Official Says
The European Central Bank has decided to keep Greece’s financial system on life support with more funding, according to the official.http://www.theguardian.com/business/live/2015/jun/23/greek-crisis-athens-creditors-deal-imf-ecb-banks-live
Greece’s minister of state Nikos Pappas has said the deal
with the country’s lenders will be backed by parliament and supported by
the people, according to Reuters.
And on that positive note, it’s time to close up for the evening. Thanks for all your comments and we’ll be back again tomorrow.
And on that positive note, it’s time to close up for the evening. Thanks for all your comments and we’ll be back again tomorrow.
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N.Y. / Region
Invoking the Spirit of Dorothy Day, an East Village Champion for the Poor
Mercedes Sanchez is challenging the Archdiocese of New York to keep open the Church of the Nativity because she believes it is what Dorothy Day, who worshiped there, would do.The Catholic Church is not a democratic institution.
I am not at all convinced Dorothy Day would support The Church of the Nativity in the changed neighborhood.
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N.Y. / Region
English Class in Common Core Era: Nonfiction Joins the Classics
The standards, which have been adopted by more than 40 states, mandated many changes to traditional teaching, but one of the most basic was a call for students to read more nonfiction.Most of the public reads for the story.
Nonfiction rarely presents a story.
The kids will be bored and turned off to reading.
The children will be easily manipulated.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hearst_Corporation#History
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Randolph_Hearst
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N.Y. / Region
Engaging in a Softer Conversation About the Roar From New York’s Airports
Recent efforts have put the conversation between activists and airport administrators on better footing and given citizens some hope that the situation may one day improve.
World
Mexico: Ex-Governor Charged
The former governor of the northeast Mexican border state of Tamaulipas has been indicted on money-laundering charges in South Texas, prosecutors said Friday.Health
Putting Stents to the Test
Cardiologists often treat angina by opening arteries with stents, but drug therapy may be more effective.N.Y. / Region
Correction Officer Accused of Smuggling Contraband Into Manhattan Detention Complex
The officer would smuggle in items requested by an inmate, who would then sell the contraband to others in the jail, an investigation found.Opinion
How to Really Fix Rikers
The city’s settlement with the Justice Department must address the culture of violence.Health
Blood Pressure, the Mystery Number
More than 58 million Americans take medicines to lower blood pressure, reducing their risk of heart attack and stroke. But experts aren’t certain how low blood pressure should go.Sports
Two Argentine Businessmen Surrender in FIFA Case
The Argentine businessmen Hugo and his son Mariano Jinkis turned themselves in to authorities in Buenos Aires.++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
@11:00, 6/23/15
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U.S.
Georgia: $2.2. Million Penalty for Illegal DNA Testing
A jury in Atlanta awarded $2,225,000 on Monday to two warehouse workers whose employer required them to submit DNA samples in violation of the federal Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act.Food
Leopold Brothers Offers a Homegrown Version of Campari
The small-batch distiller is producing a spirit called Aperitivo; Patagonia is offering a salmon designed for camping; a gentler sriracha; and more.U.S.
California Farmers and Others Lag in Reporting Conservation
A majority of farmers and others holding some of California’s strongest claims to water have missed a deadline to confirm they stopped pumping from rivers and streams during the drought.World
Egyptian Women Defy Protest Ban to Call for Release of Political Prisoners
Dozens of Egyptian women defied a nationwide ban on unsanctioned street protests on Sunday, rallying outside the presidential palace in Cairo.Opinion
Justice for Juveniles
A senior fellow at Rutgers’ School of Criminal Justice responds to a Sunday Review article.Opinion
Obstacles to Economic Growth
Congress must work with the Federal Reserve to revive the economy, which has slowed down and fallen short of forecasts.U.S.
Supreme Court Sides With Raisin Farmers in Property Rights Case
The court said a program dating to the Great Depression was an unconstitutional taking of private property by the government.Travel
Tuesday’s Travel News and Tips
What you need to know if you’re on a trip or planning one soon, including a wine and ski package in Argentina and a new app for crowdsourced bus trips.Health
Blood Pressure, the Mystery Number
More than 58 million Americans take medicines to lower blood pressure, reducing their risk of heart attack and stroke. But experts aren’t certain how low blood pressure should go.Sports
Women’s World Cup 2015: Cultural Victories to Go With On-the-Field Ones
A vast majority of countries still do not wholly support women’s soccer, but if Colombia defeats the United States on Monday it could signal a broader victory beyond just one game.N.Y. / Region
New York City Settles Suit Over Abuses at Rikers Island
The administration of Mayor Bill de Blasio committed to far-reaching reforms that include the appointment of a federal monitor and a new policy on the use of force by guards, a court filing said.Food
Grilled Chicken Breast in Three Simple Steps
During barbecue season, a chicken breast requires consistent thickness, marinating and rapid hot grilling. (Article plus video.)Health
Putting Stents to the Test
Cardiologists often treat angina by opening arteries with stents, but drug therapy may be more effective.World
Indonesia Rejects Appeal by French Drug Convict on Death Row
The decision clears the way for an execution as soon as July and risks global outrage over Indonesia’s use of capital punishment for drug crimes.Sports
Saturday at the Women’s World Cup
Top-ranked Germany advanced to the quarterfinals with a 4-1 win over Sweden, as Celia Sasic scored two goals in Ottawa.Technology
Data Mining Start-Up Enigma to Expand Commercial Business
After preparing open data for civic-minded projects, the company hopes to interest corporate clients in the insights that can come from public data sets.N.Y. / Region
Engaging in a Softer Conversation About the Roar From New York’s Airports
Recent efforts have put the conversation between activists and airport administrators on better footing and given citizens some hope that the situation may one day improve.Opinion
Who Owns Your Overtime?
A new change in federal overtime rules may not apply to you, but the way we value work matters to everyone|
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