World cities face swelling populations and rising poverty
The article argues New York City mirrors broader urban challenges as global city populations surge toward two billion by century's end. It cites World Bank figures showing rapid urban growth, widening wealth gaps, and risks of malnutrition, education shortfalls, and social unrest if cities fail to improve living conditions.
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Edward Neilan
Washington
CNS
New York City
Calcutta
India
Jakarta
Indonesia
New York
Developing World
World Bank
Robert McNamara
McNamara
Enema
Cowboy of the Sea Tames Giant Shark Off Western Australia
Australian fisheries officer Colin Ostle nicknamed the Cowboy of the Sea lassoed a 3,200 pound white pointer near King George Sound. The two and a half hour fight ended with the massive shark weighing the record, while Ostle reflects on the thrill and sadness of killing such a powerful animal in Australia’s long coastline.
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Colin.ostle
Ostle
Grahame Pearce
Copley
America
Australia
Colin Ostle
Fisheries and Wildlife
King George Sound
Western Australia
ASU Civil Engineering Seismic Symposium Set This Fall
Arizona State University will sponsor a five session seminar on earthquake engineering in September and October. Sessions run 6 30 to 9 p m on consecutive Wednesdays beginning this week and continuing Sep 17 24 and Oct 1 8 in room 6 324 of the ASU Engineering Center. Dr Harry Lundgren coordinates the event which covers dynamic concepts analysis and seismic environments with five speakers outlining current techniques and future trends. Fee is 40 with pre registration encouraged. applications available from the civil engineering department 965 3589. Late registration is at 6 p.m. Sept 10 before session one.
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Department of Civil Engineering
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Arizona State University
ASU Engineering Center
Harry Lundgren
ASU
Births at Scottsdale Memorial Hospital Aug 2026
Scottsdale area births list from Memorial Hospital includes Bent and Cheryl D. with a girl born Aug 19 at 8601 E Dianna Drive. Hentzelman and Carol L. welcomed a boy Aug 15 at 3313 N 68th St. Hesse and Jean W. had a boy Aug 20 at 8201 E Indianola Ave. Johnston and Linda K. greeted a girl Aug 16 at 6507 N 87th St. McDaniel and Donna L. welcomed a boy Aug 21 at 12824 N 68th St. McPhail and Bonnie J. had a boy Aug 15 at 15614 No. 41st Place. Mecham and Vicki L. reported a boy Aug 19 at 53871 E Valley Vista Rd. Rossie and Sharon J. welcomed a boy Aug 21 at 4949 E Calle Del Media. Black and Linda L. announced a girl Aug 27 at 3131 No. 47th St. Buggeln and Janet F. had a girl Aug 22 at 6802 E Latham. Redelberger and Sharee L. greeted a girl Aug 28 at 8114 E Granada Rd. Still and Paula J. reported a boy Aug 26 at 6944 First Ave.
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Scottsdale Memorial Hospital
Bent
Conn
Cheryl D
E. Dianna Drive
Heintzelman
Thomas K
Carol. L
Hesse
Robert L
Jean W
Indianola
Ave
Johnston
Charles T
Linda K
Mecham
del W
Vicki L
Valley Vista Rd
Phoenix
Boy
Rossie
Charles D
Sharon, J
Calle del Media
Black
Terrance K
Linda “L
47Th Place
Buggeln
Thomas R
Janet F
E. Latham
Redelberger
Steven ‘L
Sharee L
Granada Rd
Test acquits Frost in drunk driving stop case
London AP reports British TV figure David Frost says the incident was unnecessary after police stopped his car and had him take a breath test. Analysts found his alcohol level at six percent of the legal limit of 80 milligrams, leading Frost to call the stop ridiculous.
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London
David Forst
Frost
Attorney General Levi backs handgun control
Attorney General Levi outlines a tough approach to crime and gun control. He favors swift justice, mandatory minimum sentences, and strong law enforcement while supporting actions to curb cheap handguns and street crime. He cites deterrence and prosecutor action as key to reducing crime.
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Levi
James Cary
Washington
CNS
United States
Edward Hirsch Levi
FBI
Ine Cne
Roll Call Report on Conlan Steiger Back Fund Cutback
Arizona lawmakers recorded on Sept 3 roll calls as recess ended. House approved an amendment to HR 4415 shifting federal grants to a 50-50 match under the Intergovernmental Personnel Act of 1970, directing $50 million a year, with votes by Conlan and Steiger for, Udall against, Rhodes absent. Senate tabled an anti busing amendment to HR 8121 by 42 to 35, with Fannin voting nay and Goldwater not voting.
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Washington
Arizona
Congress
HOUSE
Senate
Spark Matsunaga
Hawaii
Sam Steiger
Justice Department
Justice
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Insurance and Union
L Gank Americard
Habla Espanol
DA. Patrick
East Thomas Road
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Sociates
Scottsdale
Jaycees
Scottsdale Rodeo Grounds
Osborn Rd
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