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Business Day
Toyota Recalls Nearly 3 Million RAV4s Over Seatbelt Separation
In a severe frontal crash, Toyota said, metal seat-cushion frames could slice through the belts, leaving passengers unrestrained.Toyota must fix the problem with the seats latches.
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U.S.
Storm Water, Long a Nuisance, May Be a Parched California’s Salvation
For nearly a century, since deadly floods in 1938, engineers have sought ways to flush water out of Los Angeles. Now, officials want to capture it.
“Something
that was once viewed as a nuisance is now seen as a necessity,” said
Eric M. Garcetti, the mayor of Los Angeles. “We haven’t done enough.”
Mr.
Garcetti invoked the legacy of William Mulholland, the city engineer
who oversaw the construction of the Los Angeles Aqueduct, as he outlined
policy intended to press Los Angeles to increase the amount of storm
water captured, to 50 billion gallons by 2035 from 8.8 billion gallons
now. “This is a Mulholland moment,” he said in an interview. “I intend
to re-engineer the water system again to keep water here.”"
I wish Los Angeles success in their water capture efforts.
I do not expect they will have it.
The cost of water is as high as it can go.
The price of water must rise to meet that cost. 3
Sports
SooBin Kim Grabs Lead in Women’s Australian Open
SooBin Kim shot a course-record nine-under 63 to leave Lydia Ko, the defending champion and top-ranked women’s player, seven strokes behind in the Women’s Australian Open in Adelaide.http://www.theguardian.com/uk/scotland
http://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2016/feb/17/eu-referendum-no-vote-reform-europe-crying-out-for
http://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2016/jan/07/george-osbornes-project-fear-help-keep-us-europe
Scotland will not exit Great Britain.
Britain should exit the European Union as constituted.
Germany will not surrender any of its sovereignty.
As things stand Continental Europe will fight another Crusade.
That probably means a nuclear strike or a genocide.
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U.S.
Michigan: Search Is On for Flint’s Lead Water Pipes
Newly hired outside engineers have been given a month to find Flint’s underground lead water pipes, Gov. Rick Snyder of Michigan said Wednesday.It looks as though construction older than 1990 is likely to have a lead service line.
Confirmation by a spectrometer test of the water at the meter is sufficient. Visual inspection of the exposed end of the service line at the meter will require no equipment or excavation.
A man should be able to inspect 80 homes a day.
Sports
Texas Tops West Virginia
Eric Davis Jr. scored 15 points and helped fuel a flurry of first-half 3-pointers, and the Longhorns held off a late rally by the Mountaineers.http://nytimes.stats.com/wcbk/scoreboard.asp
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Business Day
Delta, in Alliance With Danny Meyer, Aims to Elevate Airline Food
Delta is seeking an edge in the battle for premium-class passengers by serving food intended to be as good as what is served in Mr. Meyer’s restaurants.Airlines are not subsidized.
They must be self supporting.
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Business Day
In Britain, a Green Utility Company Sees Winds of Change
Instead of doubling down on renewable power after the United Nations climate accord in Paris, the utility, SSE, is rethinking its energy mix.Economics determines the mix of commercial energy production.
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N.Y. / Region
New York Increases Scrutiny of Gas Plumbing After East Village Blast
A city department conducted 343 inspections of gas plumbing last year, five times as many as in 2014, and has hired additional inspectors in the past year.Paper shuffling has never gotten the respect it deserves.
I will hope the new reporting system works.
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N.Y. / Region
Review: At So Kong Dong, Korean Soups Bring Two Kinds of Heat
Winter is perfect for venturing out to this cozy, family-friendly restaurant, mainly because of its signature soups.An excellent choice when mealtime and the George Washington Bridge coincide.
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Health
Early Behavior Therapy Found to Aid Children With A.D.H.D.
Experts said this approach could possibly change standard medical practice, which favors drugs like Adderall and Ritalin as first-line treatments.Do what works.
In many cases parental neglect is at the root of children's behavioral problems.
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Food
The New Flavor of Oatmeal: Savory
The breakfast staple finds its trendy self when teamed with bacon, wilted greens or a dab of sour yogurt.Oats are another whole grain.
Quick oats with a three finger pinch of salt and water.
Microwave for two minutes on high.
adjust the water.
microwave an additional two minutes.
add a table spoon of heavy cream.
Mix and eat.
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Opinion
Math’s Place in the Classroom
A high school student disagrees “with the logic that if people are failing algebra, then they shouldn’t take algebra.”Mathematics is the way we model and comprehend the universe.
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U.S.
A Gas Leak Is Capped, but Neighbors Are Wary
Residents of the Porter Hill community in Los Angeles say they worry that health problems will continue from the natural gas leak that was discovered in October.The residents of Porter Ranch should have asked about the
geology and subsurface use of the area before they bought their property. The developer certainly asked why the area was late in developing before investing in new construction.
Probably the city of Los Angeles should have insisted on remediation of the gas operation before permitting development. The city did not. The risks of leaks to the residents devolve to the residents and the gas company.
The suits will be interesting to watch.
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U.S.
Court Delays Officers’ Trials in Freddie Gray Case
Maryland’s highest court has postponed trials of Baltimore police officers charged in death of Freddie Gray, to consider whether one officer can be compelled to testify against the others.William G. Porter cannot be compelled to testify without a grant of immunity. He is not convicted. His testimony would incriminate himself.
The Baltimore prosecutors must convict William G. Porter before they can compel his testimony in the trials of his associates.
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Business Day
Tips for Fearlessly Chasing a Bigger Tax Refund
Here’s how to handle your return, whether you are in a same-sex marriage, using Airbnb or gambling on fantasy sports.To receive a refund one must pay income taxes.
Paying income taxes minimally requires earned income.
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Travel
Resort and Tour News: Ski Deals; Margaritas in Santa Fe
What you need to know if you’re on a trip or planning one soon, including new biking trips in South Dakota and South America.http://bicycleadventures.com/
Winter is the time to be outside in Arizona and New Mexico.
Death Valley in February is supposed to be wonderful.
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World
Colombia: Chief of Police Steps Down
The chief, Gen. Rodolfo Palomino, resigned Wednesday amid accusations of illegal enrichment and sexual misconduct with young cadets."Back Channels" cannot be tolerated in a society of law.
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Food
Boy Howdy That’s Delicious
Sam Sifton talks you through a recipe-free dish of rice and black beans.I can cook without a recipe.
I need practice with condiments.
http://www.nybooks.com/articles/2016/02/25/we-are-hopelessly-hooked/
I look forward to turning off my computer in favor of a physical presence.
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U.S.
2 Los Angeles Police Officers Accused of Repeated Sexual Assaults
Prosecutors said the two officers were on duty and armed during assaults against four women over the course of more than two years.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psychopathy
The police are in a position of power.
Abuse of power is irresistible for some.
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U.S.
‘Affluenza’ Teenager Will Face Court as an Adult
A Texas judge ordered the case of Ethan Couch to be transferred to an adult court, meaning he faces jail time for a crash that killed four people.Ethan Couch did not learn.
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