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Opinion
Helping Women and Girls in Prison
How to support women in prison and ease their transition back to their families, and how to stop the “sexual abuse to prison pipeline.”The U.S. system of justice is excessively punitive.
The girls and women must be supported before they intersect with the justice system.
Effective support does not reach into the jails and prisons.
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U.S.
California: Trial Run Starts for Biometric Scans at Border
The federal government on Thursday began collecting facial and eye scans of foreigners entering at a busy border crossing with Mexico.Closing the borders has never been a good idea.
It encourages "negative externalities".
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Travel
Planning a Ski Trip? Where to Go to Find Snow
What are warm and welcome conditions for stringing up holiday lights to some are anxiety-producing for travelers with ski plans.We always must wait for conditions to develop.
Forecasting is probabilities. It is never certainties.
Sooner is better. As soon as you can is best.
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Opinion
After Skelos and Silver, How to Save Albany
New York’s political system is corrupt. To fix it, we need a full-time Legislature.These would be reasonable reforms if present politics were reasonable.
As it happens politics are not reasonable.
These reforms will not happen.
Aggressive journalism can activate the prosecutors.
Libel suits will be attempted. Defending them should be made as easy as possible.
Make the aggrieved prove their case.
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U.S.
Prosecutors Rest Case Against Officer in Trial Over Freddie Gray’s Death
The prosecution’s final witness testified that Officer William G. Porter had a “shared responsibility” with other officers to summon medical help.The jury will decide.
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N.Y. / Region
Falling Bricks Cause Concern and Delays on the Upper East Side
New York City officials are investigating what caused bricks to crash some 30 stories on Monday night from the St. Tropez condominiums.The ties lasted fifty years.
They were the cheapest available at the time.
I expect these facade failures will be a regular event and expense.
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U.S.
Experts Testify to Defend Baltimore Police Officer
A witnesses for the defense in the trial of Officer William G. Porter said he acted reasonably in not calling a medic for Freddie Gray, a detainee who died in April after his encounter with officers.The Jury will decide.
Officer Porter has not found a defense.
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World
Chinese Justice System Relies on Torture, U.N. Panel Says
The United Nations Committee Against Torture said that while there has been some progress in China, there is still a long way to go toward overhauling the system.9
Food
13 Recipes for the Weekend
Pork roast, French toast amandine and curried cauliflower soup are just a few of the things on Sam’s weekend menu.10
Real Estate
$1.5 Million Homes in Vermont, Ohio and Arizona
This week’s homes include a Greek Revival in Vermont, a city house in Ohio and a contemporary in Arizona.Regency.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Regency_architecture
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Federal_architecture
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U.S.
Supreme Court to Revisit Case That May Alter Affirmative Action
In 2013, the court avoided giving a direct answer about the constitutionality of the program used by the University of Texas at Austin.Affirmative action is still the best we can do.
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U.S.
Religious Colleges Obtain Waivers to Anti-Discrimination Law
More than two dozen universities across the United States have received exemptions from protections provided under Title IX since 2014, documents show.Gender does not determine sex
Religion does not determine sex.
It is a new understanding.
The legal system knows.
People are slowly learning.
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Opinion
Why Are So Many Black Women Dying of AIDS?
Research suggests that mass incarceration of black men may be fueling an urgent public health crisis.The high infection rate seems to be due to two interlinked results of mass incarceration.
Prison sex seeds the male population with H.I.V. The rate does not need to be high.
The reduced group of available males forces competition among women for partners
resulting in multiple partners. Some of the partners have H.I.V. All later partners are at risk.
We can and should know.
Sooner is better. As soon as you can is best.
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U.S.
Defense Rests Case in Officer’s Trial for Freddie Gray’s Death
Character witnesses for Officer William G. Porter, including his mother, testified Friday and closing arguments could begin as early as Monday.The character of Officer William G. Porter is not on trial.
He did not do as he was required to do.
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World
As U.S. and Europe Pass the Hat at Climate Talks, China Clings to Developing-Nation Status
China still considers itself a developing country for purposes of climate negotiations, even as raising funds to help poorer countries remains a hurdle for the talks.The world is not ready to give up fossil carbon.
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Sports
Daniel Sedin’s Goal Sends Canucks Past Rangers
Thirty seconds after the Rangers’ Dan Boyle tied the score on a penalty shot, Sedin deflected the puck past Henrik Lundqvist for his 13th goal of the season.http://nytimes.stats.com/nhl/scoreboard.asp?day=20151212
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Business Day
Federal Budget Deficit Widens, Driven by Baby Boomers
The federal budget deficit widened in November, driven by higher spending in such areas as Social Security, Medicare and defense.The interest rate is staying low to negative.
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U.S.
Supreme Court to Review Laws Criminalizing Refusal of Body Substance Tests
The court will decide whether state efforts to compel breath, blood or urine tests for motorists suspected of drunken driving violate the Fourth Amendment.Drunken driving is unlawful in public.
The police must make an arrest before they can search for evidence.
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U.S.
Defense Prepares to Take Stand in Freddie Gray Case
Lawyers for Officer William G. Porter will begin presenting his case to a jury on Wednesday, and the officer is expected to testify in his own defense.http://www.nytimes.com/2015/12/10/us/freddie-gray-trial-baltimore.html
Officer Porter failed to do his duty.
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U.S.
New Mexico: Ex-Official’s Health Records Stay Sealed
Mental health records concerning former Secretary of State Dianna Duran will remain under seal ahead of a sentencing hearing that could hinge on evidence about her gambling addiction.She is out of politics and public office.
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U.S.
Finding Refuge for Salmon, Cold Water Preferred
As climate change alters the world of salmon in the Pacific Northwest, a search is beginning for cold-water places for them to hide.The salmon were here first.
We will try to support them.
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N.Y. / Region
2 in New York Police Dept. Are Accused of Taking Bribes From Bar Owners
A New York City police lieutenant and a detective took bribes from the owners of karaoke bars in Queens and gave warnings of police raids, according to criminal complaints.Juries will decide.
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Real Estate
House Hunting in ... Colombia
High-end properties appreciated more than 10 percent over the last year. And the devaluation of the Colombian peso is attracting more dollar-paying buyers.Speculate if you wish.
I do not wish to be a refugee as yet.
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N.Y. / Region
Trucker Cited for Running Light in Mayor Bill de Blasio’s Path
A truck driver was pulled over by Mr. de Blasio’s security detail in Brooklyn on Wednesday after allegedly running a red light in the direction of the mayor, who was about to step into a crosswalk.Mr. de Blasio is always campaigning.
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World
Fleeing Thailand, Top Investigator of Human Trafficking Says He Fears for His Safety
Maj. Gen. Paween Pongsirin, who led an inquiry into mass graves near the border with Malaysia, plans to seek asylum in Australia.Corruption is pervasive.
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Business Day
G.M. Compensated Some Pre-Bankruptcy Crash Victims
The automaker had fought for immunity from litigation for accidents before its 2009 bankruptcy, but a new report shows reparations paid to people harmed before that.G.M. does not suffer from morals.
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N.Y. / Region
Long Island Sports Bars Get a Menu Upgrade
Gastropubs and sports bars on Long Island are expanding menus to food choices that go beyond wings, pizza and beer.Prohibition is almost gone from living memory.
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Sports
Kentucky Bounces Back From First Loss With an Easy Victory
No. 5 Kentucky pulled away from Eastern Kentucky for a 88-67 home victory on Wednesday night.http://nytimes.stats.com/wcbk/standings.asp?conf=182&clientdir=
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| W-L | Pct | Hm | Rd | W-L | Pct | Hm | Rd | Nt | Top 25 | |||
| 1 Connecticut | 0-0 | - | 0-0 | 0-0 | 8-0 | 1.000 | 3-0 | 4-0 | 1-0 | 4-0 | ||
| 21 South Florida | 0-0 | - | 0-0 | 0-0 | 5-2 | .714 | 5-0 | 0-2 | 0-0 | 0-1 | ||
| East Carolina | 0-0 | - | 0-0 | 0-0 | 6-3 | .667 | 2-0 | 2-1 | 2-2 | 0-1 | ||
| Tulane | 0-0 | - | 0-0 | 0-0 | 5-3 | .625 | 4-0 | 0-1 | 1-2 | 0-1 | ||
| Temple | 0-0 | - | 0-0 | 0-0 | 5-4 | .556 | 3-1 | 2-3 | 0-0 | 0-1 | ||
| Memphis | 0-0 | - | 0-0 | 0-0 | 4-5 | .444 | 4-2 | 0-3 | 0-0 | 0-0 | ||
| Cincinnati | 0-0 | - | 0-0 | 0-0 | 3-4 | .429 | 3-1 | 0-1 | 0-2 | 0-3 | ||
| UCF | 0-0 | - | 0-0 | 0-0 | 3-5 | .375 | 2-2 | 1-3 | 0-0 | 0-0 | ||
| SMU | 0-0 | - | 0-0 | 0-0 | 3-5 | .375 | 3-3 | 0-2 | 0-0 | 0-2 | ||
| Houston | 0-0 | - | 0-0 | 0-0 | 3-6 | .333 | 1-2 | 2-1 | 0-3 | 0-2 | ||
| Tulsa | 0-0 | - | 0-0 | 0-0 | 2-7 | .222 | 1-4 | 1-1 | 0-2 | 0-1 | ||
Conference W-L - conference win-loss record
Conference Pct - conference winning percentage
Conference Hm - conference home record
Conference Rd - conference away record
Conference Nt - conference neutral site record
Overall W-L - overall win-loss record
Overall Pct - overall winning percentage
Overall Hm - overall home record
Overall Rd - overall road record
Overall Nt - overall neutral site record
vs Top 25 - record vs. Top 25 teams
x - conference champion -- regular season
y - conference champion -- tournament
z - divisional champion
Conference Pct - conference winning percentage
Conference Hm - conference home record
Conference Rd - conference away record
Conference Nt - conference neutral site record
Overall W-L - overall win-loss record
Overall Pct - overall winning percentage
Overall Hm - overall home record
Overall Rd - overall road record
Overall Nt - overall neutral site record
vs Top 25 - record vs. Top 25 teams
x - conference champion -- regular season
y - conference champion -- tournament
z - divisional champion
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World
Ladislas Ntaganzwa, Top Suspect in Rwandan Genocide, Is Arrested
The United Nations said Mr. Ntaganzwa, one of nine remaining fugitives sought for his role in the 1994 genocide, was arrested this week in the Democratic Republic of Congo.The next step is to try him.
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U.S.
In Boston, a Runaway Ride on the Rails in the Dark
An operator was put on administrative leave Thursday after a train on Boston’s Red Line hurtled down the tracks without him. The train, carrying about 50 passengers, raced through four stations before it stopped.Get the operators shorter shifts.
An end to rotating shifts is in order.
Redesign of the interlocks can be delayed.
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Real Estate
A Surprise Address: Secaucus, N.J.
Ronald Valverde and Leslie Valverde Ayers wanted to buy an apartment. The best deal they found was in Secaucus, N.J.New Jersey Has a bad record on infrastructure investment.
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World
Thousands of Migrants Stranded in Greece as Route North Is Narrowed
For the past several weeks only Syrians, Iraqis and Afghans have been allowed into Macedonia, leaving them in a country struggling to manage.The E.U. is dying of a thousand cuts.
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Business Day
Fiat Chrysler Is Fined and Agrees to Fix Safety Reporting System
As part of a settlement with the federal government, the company was fined $70 million for often failing to disclose deaths and injuries tied to potential defects.They have had other things on their minds.
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Sports
Dodgers Acquire Escobar
The Los Angeles Angels acquired infielder Yunel Escobar from the Washington Nationals for the right-handed pitchers Trevor Gott and Michael Brady.http://www.nytimes.com/2015/12/12/sports/baseball/jason-heyward-chicago-cubs-national-league.html
http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/2015/12/11/sports/baseball/ap-bbo-paul-newberry-121115.html
Red Sox Acquire Carson Smith From Mariners
Boston further
bolstered its bullpen, agreeing to a trade with Seattle for Smith and
Roenis Elias while dealing starter Wade Miley and reliever Jonathan Aro.
December 8, 2015, Tuesday
After Passing Up David Price, Yankees Will Face Him With Red Sox
Price reached an
agreement with Boston on a seven-year, $217 million deal that will be
the richest for a pitcher in major league history, a person with
knowledge of the negotiations said.
December 2, 2015, Wednesday
Yankees’ Chris Young Reportedly Joining Red Sox
Once the Yankees
acquired Aaron Hicks, it became clear that as long as they had four
outfielders, Young was headed elsewhere, no matter how effusively Brian
Cashman praised him.
December 1, 2015, Tuesday
Red Sox’ David Ortiz Is Suited for a Send-Off
Although there was no
formal announcement, Ken Rosenthal reported that 2016 would be Ortiz’s
last season. His status in the game might leave him no choice but to
have a farewell tour.
November 18, 2015, Wednesday
Red Sox Acquire Star Closer Craig Kimbrel
The San Diego Padres
traded Kimbrel, who had 39 saves in 43 chances after joining the team
last season from Atlanta, for four of Boston’s minor league prospects.
November 14, 2015, Saturday
With Move to Red Sox, a Reliable Source of Yankees Trades Dries Up
Dave Dombrowski is
now president of baseball operations for Boston, and, as the Yankees’
Brian Cashman said, the Yankees and the Red Sox “don’t do deals.”
November 13, 2015, Friday
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Real Estate
Rego Park, Queens: Finding Value in a Melting Pot
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