Researchers or Corporate Allies? Think Tanks Blur the Line – New York Times

New York Times… from Brookings that it would provide “donation benefits,” including setting up events featuring corporate executives with government officials, according to documents obtained by The New York Times and the New England Center for Investigative … and more …read more From:: New York City News By Google News

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Alex Rodriguez and Yankees May Soon Part Ways – New York Times

New York TimesThat season will always represent the high mark for Rodriguez in New York, the fulfillment of his extraordinary talent and paycheck. The lows — especially the Biogenesis steroids scandal, which ultimately resulted in a suspension for the 2014 season …Yankees, Alex Rodriguez to address future; is he done in New York?USA TODAYNew York […]

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Sharpshooting American Captures First Gold Medal of the Games – New York Times

New York TimesVirginia Thrasher, 19, finished first over all in women’s 10-meter air rifle. Credit Chang W. Lee/The New York Times. RIO DE JANEIRO — Virginia Thrasher went through a three-week spring whirlwind, winning three N.C.A.A. titles and a spot on the United … and more …read more From:: New York City News By Google […]

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‘Scary Lucy’ statue in upstate New York gets replacement – New York Daily News

New York Daily NewsA new statue of legendary comedienne Lucille Ball was unveiled Saturday in the late actress’ upstate hometown to replace a controversial earlier version so frightening it was dubbed “Scary Lucy.” Hundreds of fans chanting “Lucy! Lucy!” gathered in … and more …read more From:: New York City News By Google News

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Sad excuses from New York’s jobs czar – New York Post

New York PostCuomo’s signature jobs program, Start-Up New York — which waives taxes for 10 years for companies that open or expand in state-favored areas. Why did it create just 408 jobs since its inception in 2014, despite $53 million in taxpayer funds to promote it?New York Gov. Cuomo’s Start-Up Jobs Figures Don’t Add UpABC […]

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Congressman Backs Libertarian Presidential Candidate in Campaign First – New York Times

New York TimesMr. Rigell is the second Republican member of Congress this week to back a candidate other than Mr. Trump in the presidential race; the other, Representative Richard Hanna of New York, endorsed Mrs. Clinton. Both Mr. Rigell and Mr. Hanna are retiring … and more …read more From:: New York City News By […]

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How Bratton’s NYPD saved the subway system – New York Post

New York PostWatkins’ death was the 18th killing in New York’s subways in 1990, and eight more would follow by the end of the year. The year before, underground assailants killed 20 people. Such violence was familiar already in 1981, when 14 lost their lives in the … …read more From:: New York City News […]

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Rio Today: The First Olympic Medal Goes to … – New York Times

New York Times… next Saturday. Continue reading the main story. Photo. Residents of the Mangueira neighborhood watch the fireworks display at the conclusion of the Olympic opening ceremony at Maracanã stadium on Friday. Credit Mauricio Lima for The New York Times … and more …read more From:: New York City News By Google News

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For Trendy New York Dining, Try Tokyo – Wall Street Journal

Wall Street JournalTOKYO—There is a commercial strip where diners can find New York-based eateries Dean & DeLuca, City Bakery, Sarabeth’s and Grand Central Oyster Bar. But it isn’t in Manhattan—it is in one of Tokyo’s busiest train stations. The Japanese capital has … and more …read more From:: New York City News By Google News

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Desperately Avoiding Donald – New York Times

New York TimesDo you know what it’s like to be a voter in New York, where the Senate race is Chuck Schumer versus The Woman Who Got 25 Percent Last Time Around? Plus you have endless beaches and sunny weather. The rest of us can only find comfort in recalling … and more …read more […]

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Gilded Games Begin in Gritty Rio – New York Times

New York TimesThe Summer Olympics, fraught with financial and political difficulties, began at the Maracanã stadium in Rio de Janeiro. Credit Doug Mills/The New York Times. RIO DE JANEIRO — If there was a nation in need of an uplifting spectacle at this moment … and more …read more From:: New York City News By […]

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Economy|Trump’s Economic Team: Bankers and Billionaires (and All Men) – New York Times

Economy|Trump’s Economic Team: Bankers and Billionaires (and All Men)New York TimesFrom left, Tom Barrack, Steve Mnuchin and John Paulson Credit From left, Alex Wong/Getty Images, Jason Merritt/Getty Images for BWR and Fred R. Conrad/The New York Times. Donald J. Trump may rail against Wall Street and business elites at his … and more …read more […]

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Politics|Hillary Clinton Clarifies Remarks on FBI Email Inquiry – New York Times

New York Times“Were 67 percent of the people in New York wrong? Were 66 percent of the American public wrong?” she asked. “Just maybe, when I’m actually running for a job, there is a real benefit to those on the other side with trying to stir up as much trouble as … and more …read […]

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Matt Taibbi: Thomas Friedman Goes to the Wall – RollingStone.com

RollingStone.comIn a pair of recent articles, “Web People Versus Wall People” and “How Clinton Could Knock Trump Out,” the Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist for the New York Times expresses deep concern that Clinton’s primary-season “lean” toward the politics of Bernie … …read more From:: New York City News By Google News

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Why Your Team Sucks 2016: New York Giants – Deadspin

DeadspinSome people are fans of the New York Giants. But many, many more people are NOT fans of the New York Giants. This 2016 Deadspin NFL team preview is for those in the latter group. Read all the previews so far here. And buy Drew’s new book here. and more …read more From:: New York […]

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