Tuesday, July 7, 2015

@21:30, 7/6/15

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1
Real Estate

A Chelsea Townhouse, Mansion-Ready

A stately four-story townhouse is about to enter the market for the first time in more than two decades. All apartments are currently empty to expedite the sale.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmvSjKADIdU

2
Opinion

For Europe’s Sake, Keep Greece in the Eurozone

Austerity policies paralyzed Greece and did nothing to help its debtors. More punishment will not change that reality.

Ms. Merkel has decided the Greek debt will not be restructured.

Any stay of execution is more economic torture.

Syrisa was elected to negotiate without surrender.


3
Science

Leaving Salt in the Shaker

A hypertension specialist considers the possible effects of not adding any salt to one’s food.

Watch the serving size.
Lemon juice will often correct the seasoning.
I do not put a salt on the table.
I try to be skint on the soy sauce.


4
Opinion

Training Police in Social and Communication Skills

The director of Strategies for Youth welcomes a “needed change away from hyperaggressive policing.”

There is an attempt at a change of culture.
I will watch for results.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pq28qCklEHc

5
Opinion

Licensed Legal Technicians

A law professor says these nonlawyers can offer legal advice in some cases.

The monopoly of lawyers on legal advice is effective.
These limited licenses defend that monopoly.
There is no shortage of lawyers.
There is a shortage of paid legal work.
The technician level is "Jail House Law".

6
The Upshot

Paying People to Be Healthy Usually Works, if the Public Can Stomach It

The idea seems to reward people for adopting poor health habits in the first place, but society stands to benefit.

A fix to the program would pay everyone not smoking.
We already do that.
Smokers pay for tobacco.
Smokers do not pay enough for tobacco.
We must raise the taxes on tobacco.

7
World

As Referendum Looms, Greece’s Tourism Industry Holds Its Breath

Hundreds of thousands of Greeks make a living in tourism, and though officials say visits have been steady, economic tumult in the high season has many worried.

yes

8
Business Day

Day of Reckoning for Greek Banks and Eurozone’s Central Banker

Unless the European Central Bank decides Greece’s banks deserve further support, they will probably collapse, taking the nation’s economy with them.

The European Central Bank is supporting the Greek banks for a price.

9
Opinion

Why the Greeks Said ‘No’ to Bailout Terms

Readers discuss the reasons for the rejection and possible effects.

I don't care what the readers opine.

10
World

With ‘No’ Greek Vote, Tsipras Wins a Victory That Could Carry a Steep Price

The Greek prime minister is likely to find it harder, rather than easier, to strike a new financing deal quickly with European creditors.

Tsipras is not looking for an "easy" deal.
The troika offered an easy deal.
All it would have cost was his honor and life.
He must have a deal that can be paid off. 

11
Travel

Charmant Hotel to Open in Wisconsin

The Charmant Hotel is to open in September in a former candy factory in La Crosse, Wis.

I am avoiding  fructose.

12
Business Day

Eurozone Central Bank Now Controls Destiny of Greece’s Battered Banks

With no immediate prospect of a bailout for the Greek government, its banks need further help from the European Central Bank to avoid collapsing.

http://www.bbc.com/news/business-33420473

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/economics/11719974/Greece-news-live-Banks-to-remain-shut-for-another-two-days-as-Greeks-told-reform-or-its-over.html

Greece cannot reform further.  The European Central Bank will dither for a few days.
The rest of the E.U. is not listening to Greece.

http://www.theguardian.com/world/greece

13
Sports

Women’s World Cup Final Was Most-Watched Soccer Game in United States History

The final between the United States and Japan attracted an audience of 25.4 million viewers, peaking at 30.9 million late in the match.

Pay the women.
They are as worthy as the NFL.

14
Food

Summery Rice Noodles With Coconut Milk, Curry and Shrimp

A quick single-pan dish of curry noodles and shrimp that would work just as well with chicken, vegetables or tofu.

It is not field cooking.
My cook top has a broken switch.
I think I can repair it.

15
Business Day

Unpaid Internships Allowed if They Serve Educational Purpose, Court Rules


If the internship is educational it should be worth credit hours toward graduation.

16
Opinion

Medical Care Is a Right

A nurse practitioner writes that she is baffled by those who would overturn the Affordable Care Act.

Carol Roye is not alone.

17
Sports

Conflict Over Lars Boom’s Blood Test Result

The blood test results for Boom, a member of the Astana cycling team, showed a low level of cortisol, which could indicate cortisone doping but is not conclusive proof.

Lars Boom started.
http://www.nytimes.com/reuters/2015/07/05/sports/cycling/05reuters-cycling-tour-vinokourov.html

18
Travel

New Bike Tours of Macedonia

Discover Macedonia is offering nine-day guided tours with moderate cycling and hiking.

I would need to train.

19
Opinion

The Dominican Republic Must Stop Expulsions of Haitians

The government has abused Haitians and their kin.

Old battles.

20
N.Y. / Region

Joey Chestnut, Hot Dog Eating Champ, Is Dethroned in Coney Island

Mr. Chestnut lost to Matt Stonie, missing his chance to claim a ninth consecutive victory in the Fourth of July contest at Nathan’s Famous.

I don't follow this contest.  Try these:

http://www.nytimes.com/pages/sports/baseball/index.html

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