Monday, August 31, 2015

@10:20, 8/30/15

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1
Opinion

Gender Identity: A Complex Question

Readers react to an article arguing that gender identity is on a spectrum and urging restraint in allowing children to transition.

Let us not further confuse ourselves.

People pair off.


N.Y. / Region

Three Facing Gun Charges in Inquiry That Turned Deadly

The three pleaded not guilty to drug and weapons counts after a bystander was killed by an undercover police officer in a botched firearms investigation.

Lawyers advise clients to never plead guilty.

3
World

Jozef Wesolowski, Ex-Archbishop Accused of Sexual Abuse, Dies

He would have been the first high-level prelate to stand before a Vatican tribunal on such charges, but illness prevented the trial from proceeding.

The Roman Church is patient and diplomatic.
One spectacular scandal is now moot.

4
World

Video: Vatican Envoy Dies While Awaiting Trial

A spokesman for the Vatican announced that Jozef Wesolowski, a former Vatican envoy who had been charged with child sex abuse, was found dead in his apartment on Friday morning.

Just the bald facts.

5
Opinion

How Much Water Should We Drink Every Day?

Readers discuss a doctor’s column debunking the “myth” that we should drink eight glasses a day.

Stay hydrated.

6
Opinion

Protecting the Great Lakes

A Wisconsin resident cautions, “Water cannot be taken for granted.”

Yes.

7
Magazine

On Patrol With the Black Mambas

Portraits of a majority-female South African anti-poaching squad.

Do what works.

8
Opinion

When Bad Doctors Happen to Good Patients

If hospitals and the medical community won’t police incompetent physicians, who will?

There is symmetry.
Bad patients happen to good doctors.

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U.S.

Virginia Shooting Spotlights Riddle of Workplace Safety

What to do with a volatile, aggrieved worker like Vester Lee Flanagan II, who killed two television employees during a live broadcast Wednesday, can be a nightmare for employers.

Insanities endanger everyone.

I do not know how to enforce thought.

10
Sports

Team New Zealand Wins Stop in America’s Cup World Series

The team won the second stop of the year in Sweden.

I have not been paying attention.

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U.S.

As Homicide Rate Rises, Washington Mayor Pledges Action

Two men were fatally shot on Friday in Washington, bringing this year’s homicide count to 105, a more than 40 percent increase over the same period a year ago, the police said.

Handguns do not decrease the death rate.

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Business Day

Video: Serena Williams Sings Karaoke

The tennis star sang “Under the Sea” during a karaoke session at the 2nd Annual Delta Open Mic event.

7:10 PM ET  ESPN/YES/NESN 
NY Yankees (72-57, 35-31 Road)
Boston (60-70, 33-32 Home)

 NYY: I. Nova  (5-6, 4.50 ERA)
 Bos: E. Rodriguez  (7-5, 4.39 ERA)
Preview


13
T Magazine

Video: How To | Max and Eli Sussman

The N.Y.C.-based chefs wrap up their summer residency at Ruschmeyer’s in Montauk with a lobster boil. Their secrets? The freshest seafood and lots of Old Bay seasoning.

http://www.nytimes.com/2015/08/27/t-magazine/lobster-boil-ceviche-recipe-max-eli-sussman.html

Yes.

14
Sports

Chelsea Falters at Home; Manchester City Breaks Club Record

Chelsea sustained a rare loss at home, falling to Crystal Palace, while Manchester City won its 10th straight league match to break a 103-year-old club record.

Noted.
It is a different game.

15
Opinion

Rethinking Work

Is it human nature to hate your job? On the contrary.

Fiduciary responsibility controls management.
Work enables the rest of life.
It is managements responsibility to keep it as unrewarded as possible.

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Business Day

Challenged on Left and Right, the Fed Faces a Decision on Rates

An approaching action on interest rates is being closely watched as a broader debate divides liberals and conservatives over the management of the American economy.

The economy has not recovered.
Until it has there should be no rate rise.

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N.Y. / Region

Builders and Brewers Look to Tap Into Brooklyn’s Beer Heritage

In the 20th century, Brooklyn breweries dominated the industry. Now, developers are paying tribute to the borough’s heritage, and new breweries are seeking to revive its stature.

After prohibition industrial beer was good enough.
Economies of scale made cheap standard beer.
Craft beer could not get started.
Armature brewers have taught us that better beer is possible. 

18
Sports

Belgian in Coma After Crash at Vuelta

The Belgian rider Kris Boeckmans was in an induced coma after sustaining a concussion and facial fractures in a crash during the eighth stage of the Vuelta a EspaƱa.

Competition is dangerous.

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Sports

Lucrative Catch for a Tennessee Man

A Wartburg, Tenn., man who chose fishing over a pharmacy career won the biggest prize in bass fishing, the $500,000 Forrest Wood Cup, which was held on Lake Ouachita in Arkansas.

His daughter will get a cheap education.

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N.Y. / Region

Restaurant Review: Lost & Found in Long Beach Has a Chef Who Goes for the Flavor Bomb

This culinary hideaway is tucked among the rowdy bars in this seaside town. It can be tough to find, and the regulars like it that way.

Get  reservations.
951 West Beech Street, Long Beach
516-442-2606
facebook.com/LostandFoundLBNY

Sooner is better.   As soon as you can is best.

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I will go sailing. 
I will be back late.

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