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N.Y. / Region
Civil Rights Law Shields Police Personnel Files, Court Finds
In two separate lawsuits, the First Judicial Department appeals court ruled that the law, known as Section 50-a, prevented the release of police disciplinary records.None have said the law is constitutional.
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N.Y. / Region
Ex-Christie Allies Face Sentencing for Roles in Bridge Scandal
Bridget Anne Kelly and Bill Baroni were convicted last year of conspiracy and wire fraud in the 2013 scheme to close access lanes to the George Washington Bridge.Scapegoat is a sad condition.
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N.Y. / Region
34 Charged in Ring That Sold Potent New Drug, Prosecutors Say
The Brooklyn group is accused of selling furanyl fentanyl, a designer narcotic from China that is 50 times more powerful than heroin.Furanyl fentanyl was destroying the heroine customer base.
It is a thought.
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Science
Video: Puzzle in Poland: Who Bent the Trees?
A dirt road in Poland leads to a patch of pine trees with unusually crooked trunks. Why? It’s kind of a mystery. See for yourself in this 360° video, and consider some theories.Take the ice storm on saplings in a clearing.
The first theory.
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Well
Fruit Juice, in Moderation, Not Tied to Obesity in Children
A 6- to 8-ounce daily serving of juice was not tied to excess weight gain in children under 18.Moderation is the key.
Strongly limit fructose.
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World
As the Maldives Gains Tourists, It’s Losing Its Beaches
Small guesthouses have joined resort villas as getaways, but the islands are at risk of being submerged by shore erosion and rising seas.There is no causal relationship.
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U.S.
Trump Calls Congressional Inquiry ‘Witch Hunt’
In an early morning Twitter post, the president appeared to support Michael Flynn’s request for immunity in connection with congressional investigations into Russian ties to Mr. Trump’s campaign.Trump is known to lie.
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Well
Healthy Gums May Signal a Longer Life
Older women with gum disease or tooth loss are at increased risk of dying early, researchers report.Yes.
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U.S.
Marco Rubio Says His Campaign Was a Target of Russian Cyberattacks
He cautioned against becoming too focused on hacking, which he called “one aspect of a much broader campaign” by the Russians.Rubio can get on the list.
I don't know why the Russians would bother.
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U.S.
Right and Left: Partisan Writing You Shouldn’t Miss
Read about how the other side thinks: A crisis in “Trumpism,” Breitbart for the left, and why the governor’s race in Virginia is one to watch.Thought is notably absent.
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