Dodd-Frank costs and the failed government help critique
The piece argues Dodd-Frank raises consumer costs via new bank fees and tighter debit rules. It questions the effectiveness of regulatory aims and warns of reduced card access and hidden fees while criticizing the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection's expanding powers. Ed Feulner of the Heritage Foundation is cited.
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Editorial on the Muslim Brotherhood’s rise in Egypt
The piece notes the Brotherhood’s emergence from semi-clandestine status after Egypt’s uprising. It argues for keeping them in a political light, describes Mubarak’s suppression feeding their growth, and calls for a new constituent process to set the rules. It reflects on hesitation by both the Brotherhood and broader opposition.
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Sudan splits into two nations on July ninth
The article notes Sudan will cease to exist as a single state with two new nations forming by July 9. It discusses Abyei voting disputes between Dinka and Misseriya groups and the risk of renewed conflict, but ends with cautious hope for peaceful coexistence and mutual gain.
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Energy emergency looms as cold snap disrupts gas flow
The deep freeze triggers a state of emergency across the Southwest as rolling blackouts strain pipelines. Texas wind reliance and outages pressurize natural gas from New Mexico, causing shutdowns, heat shortages, and widespread warnings of possible nationwide energy disruption.
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Doonesbury Dear Doctor Gott
A reader asks about two years of ear drainage after a fluid build up and a tube insertion. The columnist notes several possible causes but says details are needed to guess a diagnosis and asks about symptoms including infection, hearing loss, pain, and fluid characteristics.
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Ask Dr GorTr Ear Symptoms and Possible Causes
Patient questions about headaches dizziness blurred vision and skin issues prompt review of potential causes. Common factors include earwax infection allergies metal allergies skin disorders tumors and rarely CSF leakage, with emphasis on complete exam and imaging by ENT neurology internist or GP.
Employees of the Month at ENMMC Highlight Three Staff
Recent ENMMC staff members honored include Connie Padilla an operating room transporter Joyce Rivera of the dietary department and Joyce Earick who shifted from switchboard to medical records Tonya Chavez named employee of the quarter at Otero Federal Credit Union Chavez joined the credit union in 1980 holding roles from computer operator to assistant manager She and her husband Art have a daughter Leann Chavez aged two.
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