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Science
Climate Change Will Bring Wetter Storms in U.S., Study Says
Researchers said that there was variation depending on region: some areas will experience more frequent and stronger rainstorms, others will see more intense winter storms.More grass, less maize.
The soil will need a different cover.
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U.S.
Pentagon Denies Suppressing Study on Ways to Save $125 Billion
A Defense Department spokesman said a summary of a report identifying ways to lower costs by streamlining operations has been publicly available online.I would like to see the attempt made.
Spending is others income.
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N.Y. / Region
Governor Cuomo Orders Investigation of Racial Bias in N.Y. State Prisons
Reports in The Times revealed that black inmates were disciplined more than whites. Now, the state will investigate the revelations with an eye toward reform.Yes. Let us have action on the issue.
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The Upshot
Senator Takes Up Issue of Unexpected Medical Bills
Reacting to reports of cases where insurance covers an E.R. visit but not the doctor, resulting in big bills for patients.Again, Take action.
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U.S.
Trump Fires Senior Adviser’s Son From Transition for Sharing Fake News
Michael G. Flynn, the son of the pick for national security adviser, had posted on Twitter about a fake Hillary Clinton story that led to an armed encounter in a pizzeria.Timing is critical.
The firing is a few weeks late.
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U.S.
Black Workers’ Suit Accuses Job Agency of Favoring Hispanic Applicants
A group of African-Americans filed the class-action lawsuit Tuesday against MVP Staffing, which has 60 offices in 38 states, and some of its clients.The black workers will probably win their suit.
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Health
Many Kids’ Headphones Carry Risk of Hearing Loss, Study Finds
Half of 30 sets of so-called noise-limiting headphones and earbuds tested did not restrict volume as much as their manufacturers promised.Ears should not bleed.
Sound quality is important.
High levels hurt.
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Business Day
A Bigger Economic Pie, but a Smaller Slice for Half of the U.S.
In 35 years, the U.S. economy has more than doubled, but new research shows close to zero growth for working-age adults in the bottom 50 percent of income.My observations are confirmed.
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Opinion
The Horror of Lynchings Lives On
Understanding the past persecution of black Americans is crucial to understanding the racism that pervades the country today.Correct on all points.
A return to past practices is not a good idea.
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U.S.
California Weights Protections for Immigrants Threatened by Trump Policies
Bills responding to positions championed by the president-elect provide legal help to undocumented immigrants during deportation and criminal hearings.By all means do what can be done to protect the immigrants.
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