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Business Day
Natural Gas Overtakes Coal in U.S. Electric Generation
Natural gas overtook coal as the top source of United States electric power generation for the first time ever this spring.Sports
Video: New York’s Ticker-Tape Parade
Fans cheered the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team in a parade through New York’s ‘Canyon of Heroes’ on Friday.
Travel
Walking Tours That Help Hotel Guests Discover Nearby Nature
To help guests better appreciate local wildlife, a number of hotels have naturalists to give guided walks and eco-tours, many of them free.Opinion
Statutory Rape Laws
A law professor discusses her review of a decade of statutory rape cases.N.Y. / Region
Eric Garner Case Is Settled by New York City for $5.9 Million
An agreement with Mr. Garner’s family, to resolve the claim over his killing by the police on Staten Island, appeared among the biggest so far as part of a city strategy to settle major civil rights claims even before a lawsuit is filed.Food
Dominique Ansel Moves From Cronuts to Dessert Tastings
An eight-course tasting menu debuts; new varities of hand-strained Greek yogurt; a large underground cafe and market; and more.Business Day
Lawsuit Against General Motors Tests Attorney-Client Privilege
Plaintiffs have asked a court to lift the veil of confidentiality over confidential communications between General Motors and its outside lawyers.Travel
Tips on Traveling in Europe This Summer
Recent news about Uber, the euro and baggage size may have prompted some questions for Europe-bound travelers. Here’s what you need to know.World
Nuclear Plant Closing Reflects Overhaul of German Energy Production
The shutdown is a milestone in the country’s push to establish a nuclear-free energy system by 2022.U.S.
In Drought, Puerto Rico Rations Water, Setting Off a Collection Frenzy
The strictest water rationing measures ever on the east side of Puerto Rico have led many there to adopt increasingly creative, although desperate, systems for collecting every drop.Science
Experts Urge Sparing Use of Nonaspirin Painkillers
The Food and Drug Administration said it would ask drug manufacturers to change the labels to reflect evidence that nonaspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs increased the risk of heart attacks and strokes.N.Y. / Region
Cyclist Fatally Struck Near Barclays Center
The victim, who was not immediately identified, was hit by a sport-utility vehicle at a major intersection during the morning rush on Monday, the police said.Opinion
To Prevent Sexual Assault, Start Early
Comprehensive sexuality education has to start well before college, when it’s already too late.World
Protest on Runway Over Heathrow Airport Expansion Disrupts Flights
More than 20 were canceled on Monday after members of an environmental group cut through a perimeter fence and chained themselves to one another.World
Greeks’ Relief Turned to Anxiety, Then Frustration, as Talks Wore On
By Sunday, it had become clear that other eurozone nations were still divided over granting another bailout, extending a period of uncertainty in Greece.Business Day
Another ‘Too Big to Fail’ System in G.M.O.s
The risks of using genetically modified organisms are similar to those that led to the financial crisis, the authors contend.Opinion
California’s Tough Vaccination Law
Other states should follow the example of not allowing religious or “personal belief” objections to put children at risk of disease.Health
Unraveling the Relationship Between Climate Change and Health
Understanding how climate change may affect human health is a complex task, but scientists are beginning to decipher the relationship.Science
Crown Jewel of Cuba’s Coral Reefs
Jardines de la Reina, a vibrant marine preserve, is thriving even as other ocean habitats decline.++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
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Science
Crown Jewel of Cuba’s Coral Reefs
Jardines de la Reina, a vibrant marine preserve, is thriving even as other ocean habitats decline.Sports
Tour de France 2015: Team Time Trial Win Bolster’s American’s Shot at Podium
After Sunday’s ninth stage, Tejay van Garderen was in second place over all, just 12 seconds behind the leader, the Englishman Chris Froome.N.Y. / Region
Court Rules Against Developer in Battle Over Upstate New York Casino
The appellate court ruled that the town board of Tyre, N.Y, had violated the procedures of a state environmental law.Travel
Walking Tours That Help Hotel Guests Discover Nearby Nature
To help guests better appreciate local wildlife, a number of hotels have naturalists to give guided walks and eco-tours, many of them free.Health
Unraveling the Relationship Between Climate Change and Health
Understanding how climate change may affect human health is a complex task, but scientists are beginning to decipher the relationship.Business Day
Lawsuit Against General Motors Tests Attorney-Client Privilege
Plaintiffs have asked a court to lift the veil of confidentiality over confidential communications between General Motors and its outside lawyers.Sports
Another Boys Title Signals a Bright Future for American Tennis
Reilly Opelka’s victory at Wimbledon followed wins by American junior players at last year’s Wimbledon and this year’s French Open.Business Day
Natural Gas Overtakes Coal in U.S. Electric Generation
Natural gas overtook coal as the top source of United States electric power generation for the first time ever this spring.U.S.
In Drought, Puerto Rico Rations Water, Setting Off a Collection Frenzy
The strictest water rationing measures ever on the east side of Puerto Rico have led many there to adopt increasingly creative, although desperate, systems for collecting every drop.World
Video: Migrants Overwhelm Island of Lesbos
Thousands of migrants have come ashore this summer on the Greek island of Lesbos, a popular tourist destination. Some of them have to walk more than 40 miles to get to the main port of Mytilene.The Upshot
The Problem With a Euro Fix: What’s in It for the Dutch?
The United States shows that large, economically diverse areas can share a common currency — but also that there is a price.Health
Little Research Is Done in Africa by or for Nurses
While most health care in Africa is delivered by nurses rather than doctors, little medical research is done to benefit them, according to a study.Real Estate
Finding ‘Slight Suburbia’ in Stamford, Conn.
Bridget Biederman liked Hoboken, N.J., but found herself falling for Connecticut’s charms.Business Day
Another ‘Too Big to Fail’ System in G.M.O.s
The risks of using genetically modified organisms are similar to those that led to the financial crisis, the authors contend.Science
Experts Urge Sparing Use of Nonaspirin Painkillers
The Food and Drug Administration said it would ask drug manufacturers to change the labels to reflect evidence that nonaspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs increased the risk of heart attacks and strokes.World
Video: Merkel Outlines Next Steps on Greece
Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany said the deal on Greece’s debt announced on Monday would be debated in the German Parliament.Tsipras is a loyal and brave politician.
The Greek parliament should vote down the deal.
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Opinion
California’s Tough Vaccination Law
Other states should follow the example of not allowing religious or “personal belief” objections to put children at risk of disease.Religion does not excuse child abuse.
The definitions are before the courts.
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Opinion
Rand Paul’s Fake Flat Tax
The Paul plan promises a big tax cut for everyone, but analyses show it would be a big tax cut for high earners and a wash for for everyone else.The editorial board makes their position clear.
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U.S.
On Parched Navajo Reservation, ‘Water Lady’ Brings Liquid Gold
Darlene Arviso delivers clean water to people on a reservation where one-third of the roughly 50,000 households lack it."“I can’t,” she said as she pulled in the mission’s parking lot midafternoon, the truck’s belly empty after 11 deliveries. “If I’m not here, who’s going to bring these people their water? Right now, I’m all they’ve got.”"
The St. Bonaventure Mission will need to hire other drivers and buy more trucks.
The drought is not expected to end.
The snow will not return. There may be more rain in a few years.
I do not have an emergency.
Sooner is better. As soon as you can is best.
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Opinion
The Truth About Gluten
Doctors at the Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University write that the majority of patients with celiac disease fail to receive a diagnosis.As usual:
Find out,
Do the research,
Do the science.
The problems are real.
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