1
New York
The L Train Shutdown Was Just Canceled. What Exactly Does That Mean?
a better commute.
A public administrator looked at the problem.
The interests of the public are not the interests of the businesses that serve the public.
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Movies
Golden Globes 2019 Predictions: Which Movies Will Win?
In a series of quirky races — including Lady Gaga vs. Glenn Close — who prevails will be front of mind when voting for Oscar nominations begins.I don't know.
It is a problem in contemporary aesthetics.
I do not have an analytic knowledge base.
I should have a professional interest.
A next concentration.
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Movies
Is a Film About a Transgender Dancer Too ‘Dangerous’ to Watch?
That’s what trans activists say about the Netflix drama “Girl.” But the movie’s supporters say it’s something cisgender viewers need to see.Movies can be well made.
Convention constrains.
People find the "art" they need.
People do not give attention to things that offend them.
"People walk by on the other side of the road"
Let the roads be broad.
Avoid iconoclasm.
https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/iconoclasm
5
Sports
Alabama Defeats Oklahoma to Advance to 4th Consecutive Title Game
The Crimson Tide fulfilled expectations in getting past Oklahoma and will face Clemson in the championship game for the third time in the last four seasons.https://nytimes.stats.com/wcbk/schedules.asp?team=0129
| 12/19 | at Oklahoma | 8:30 PM ET | FS1 | W 72 - 63 |
| 12/22 | at
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California |
3:00 PM ET | PACN | W 76 - 66 |
| 1/3 | at
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Baylor |
9:00 PM ET | ESPN | L 57 - 68 |
| 1/6 | at Houston | 12:00 PM ET | CBSS | |
| 1/9 | vs. Cincinnati | 7:00 PM ET |
The Huskies dropped one.
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Business
U.S. Jobs Report Highlights Economy’s Strength Despite Market Tumult
Employers added 312,000 jobs last month, capping a year of robust hiring despite trade tensions, a housing industry slowdown and volatility on Wall Street. The unemployment rate was 3.9 percent.It would not be news if it were not exceptional.
"Man bites dog"
It could be disinformation.
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World
‘Birth Tourism’ Is Legal in Canada. A Lawmaker Calls It Unscrupulous.
As more pregnant women arrive from overseas to give birth, critics say visitors are gaming the immigration system and debasing Canadian citizenship.The practice demonstrates the desirability of citizenship.
https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/unscrupulous
"Contemptuous of what is right or honorable."
8
Opinion
Elizabeth Warren Wants to Stop Inequality Before It Starts
Redistribution is important, but it comes too late."Let me be clear: We need all of the above to combat the rampant inequality of wealth and power in the United States today. We need progressive taxation to narrow the income gap and to generate revenue for public investment. And we need government support for child care, medical care and other services to support those who cannot work and to empower those who can."
The practical effect is the same.
All correction, all change, happens in the future.
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Business
‘A Pumping Conspiracy’: Why Workers Smuggled Breast Pumps Into Prison
Many employers don’t provide workers with time and space to express breast milk. Millions of families are affected — and often, it’s a violation of federal law.Ms. Van Son had a "last chance" child.
She is doing necessary work that pleases her.
Accommodation of her off shift life is appropriate.
Some things are not a problem for me.
Misogyny destroys humanity.
The humanity of prison managers is in doubt.
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Movies
What It’s Like to Be a Female Movie Critic in the #MeToo Era
For Manohla Dargis, who spent a lifetime loving movies, ordinary, unremarkable sexism was so much harder to glide over. And it deserves outrage too.It is a problem in aesthetics in the larger sense.
I am happy to do my part in adjusting the entire culture.
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Obituaries
Herb Kelleher, Whose Southwest Airlines Reshaped the Industry, Dies at 87
Mr. Kelleher built Southwest into one of the nation’s most successful and admired companies by combining low fares with good customer service.More, our culture must do more.
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Business
A Struggling Desert Town Bets Its Future on Pot
Nearly every block in Needles, Calif., has a run-down building being renovated by a cannabis business. Community leaders have welcomed them.Needles will be required to think.
13
Travel
Three New Year’s Resolutions for Better Travel in 2019
Changing your approach to traveling can go a long way in making you happier and healthier in the New Year. Here are three ways to get the most out of your trips in 2019.Another resolution:
Vacation a necessity.
Travel is a luxury.
The two are not the same thing.
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Sports
The Self-Described Jets Owner-in-Waiting Will Tailgate for Now
The entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk, a fan of the Jets, would love to own the team someday. There are just two problems: The team isn’t for sale, and he isn’t rich enough. So here’s the plan. …Television on the couch. Invest the "fan" budget.
The Huskies are on cable. FIOS may serve.
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Opinion
We Need to Keep Laughing
There has never been a more darkly comic person to occupy the White House.I will keep working on laughter.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Great_Dictator
I would like to know what film Chaplin would have made if he had known more.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Testament_of_Dr._Mabuse
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Food
A Little Bit of Excess in a Sensible Package
There’s deep pleasure in creamy chilled oats, a small indulgence that leaves you feeling great.Breakfast.
Microwaves save the overnight soak and improve digestibility.
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Arts
The Best Movies and TV Shows New to Netflix, Amazon and More in January
Every month, subscription streaming services add a new batch of titles to their libraries. Here are the ones we think are most interesting for January.I have not moved.
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Business
Netflix Blocks Show in Saudi Arabia Critical of Saudi Prince
The episode of “Patriot Act With Hasan Minhaj,” which critiques the crown prince, was blocked from streaming in the country after the government complained that it violated cybercrime laws.Sales are vital to businesses.
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Style
Picking Up Steam Now: The Bath
For a new generation, the tub is a place to rest, heal and get arty.I like the tub. They are almost always small.
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U.S.
Schumer: Trump Suggests Shutdown Could Last ‘Months or Even Years’
A meeting between President Trump and congressional leaders broke up with little progress made to reopen a government partially closed now for two weeks.It is rare that I agree with Trump.
The shutdown will end when Trump yields.
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