US IMMIGRATION: A TOP PROBLEM

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While Mexico claims it plans to tighten its border with Guatemala, where thousands of migrants cross and hoping to enter the US, more citizens in this country are alarmed by this national crisis.

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Poll: Immigration U.S. top problem http://www.politico.com/story/2014/07/poll-immigration-us-top-problem-1… via @POLITICO

“Trapped on the Border” - Politico Magazine

FLASH FLOOD WARNING

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The National Weather Service earlier issued a Flash Flood Warning for the New York City area and due to a flooding condition, the Cross Bronx Expressway was temporarily closed in both directions at Jerome Avenue in The Bronx. There are two more rounds of rain coming our way before welcoming a clearer day.

Excessive runoff from heavy rainfall caused flooding of urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses, as well as other drainage areas and low lying spots.

TOP NY AREA HOSPITALS

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US News and World Report has issued the following ratings. Of all 180 hospitals in the New York, New York metropolitan area, the 53 listed below are the top-ranking. This metro area, also called NYC, includes Long Island, Westchester County, and northern New Jersey. The following are two nearby hospitals. Compare and decide which one you'd want your family to be treated at.

MONTEFIORI: 14

Ranked #15 in New York

Ranked #14 in New York metro area

LOVING LAVENDER

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Lavender is an herb. The flower and the oil of lavender are scientifically used to make medicine.

Lavender is used for restlessness, insomnia, nervousness, and depression. It is also used for a variety of digestive complaints including abdominal swelling from gas in the intestinal or peritoneal cavity, loss of appetite, vomiting, nausea, intestinal gas, and upset stomach.

Some people use lavender for painful conditions including migraine headaches, toothaches, sprains, nerve pain, sores, and joint pain. It is also used for acne and cancer, and to promote menstruation.

SEVERE WEATHER WARNING

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FLASH FLOODING THROUGH TUESDAY NIGHT......FLASH FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT... HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK....FLASH FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT... THIS HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK IS FOR SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT...NORTHEAST NEW JERSEY AND SOUTHEAST NEW YORK.

Dermatologists On Lululemon

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Hidden between inspirational advice is 'Sunscreen absorbed into the skin might be worse for you than sunshine. Get the right amount of sunshine.'

A brand that outfits fitness groupies, runners, and yogis, the company has left people shaking their heads at their marketing campaign.

Squeezed between a stream of advice: “Sunscreen absorbed into the skin might be worse for you than sunshine. Get the right amount of sunshine.

CITY ISLAND BRIDGE ISSUES AND ANSWERS?

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On May 28, 2014, City Islanders and Friends submitted to NYC DOT four (4) questions about the "newest" proposed City Island Bridge raised by members of the 1200 + member Facebook group. This was the day before their scheduled "Open House" at P.S. 175 on May 29, 2014.

The group founder was hoping to avoid "We'll get back to you" and was given assurance that they would be prepared to answer my question the next day at the public event, but that was not to be.

After waiting for over 6 weeks and several follow-up calls, they've responded in writing.

NY: TOP 10 BEST FAIRS

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City Island Images hopes your summer is fabulous. May we suggest a stay-cation in New York this year?

New Yorkers may already know it, but now its official. The Great New York State Fair stands as one of the very best in the nation. Respected travel advisor Fodor’s, a company which produces guide books and website guides trusted by millions of travelers, gave New York this distinction.

WEEK LONG WAR

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Palestinian militants have resumed rocket attacks on Tel Aviv following a 24-hour break in strikes on the Israeli commercial capital.

Meanwhile, Israel continues its air and naval bombardments of the Gaza Strip despite growing international pressure for an immediate ceasefire.

IMMIGRATION EMERGENCY

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US Congressional Hispanic Caucus members have called for quick action to address the humanitarian crisis involving unaccompanied minors entering this country, little is being actually accomplished.

Media organizations have the duty to make the obvious case of racism here. If these kids, or young adults were white fleeing violence, para-military gangs and drug cartels, there would be no outrage.

It's just that their skin is too dark for those who call this an immigration problem and not a global refugee crisis. What say you?