GUACAMOLE

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Does anyone you know see the letter P? Who in their right mind would pea in their guacamole. folks.

Pea Guacamole Defenders Step Up http://nyti.ms/1LFPd6u

Don't even think about it, amigos.

DIRECTIONS

Slice or dice avocados. Throw the seed in the soil. Scoop out of shell with a spoon and put inside bowl.
Add juice of one fresh lime immediately to prevent browning. Use a fork and mash for consistency.
Add chopped onions, tomato, and cilantro and stir the ingredients.
Add juice of second lime and salt to taste. Stir just slightly, until incorporated.
Add jalapeños to taste.

RIP JACOBO ZABLUDOVSKY

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Murió el periodista Jacobo Zabludovsky, El famoso locutor mexicano 24 HORAS falleció esta madrugada en la Ciudad de México. Tenia 87 años de edad, y fallecio de un derrame cerebral.

El comunicador fue internado la noche del martes en el Hospital ABC por un cuadro de deshidratación. Sus restos serán enterrados esta tarde en el Panteón Judío. Adios, amigo. Que en paz descanzes.

24 Horas 'Homenaje A Jacobo Zabludovsky' https://youtu.be/eMQ5CA2Q9fo

DIAZ AND THE DONALD

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The Bronx Borough President was praising The Donald and playing with his golf balls just a couple of months ago, even though Trump has a long history of questionable remarks. Here are 12 other times Donald Trump vilified illegal immigrants in no uncertain terms http://wpo.st/IQ1P0

However, Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. decided to tee off towards Manhattan on opening day for Trump Golf Links at Ferry Point in The Bronx. VIDEO: Official opening of Trump Golf Links | News 12 Bronx http://bronx.news12.com/multimedia/video-official-opening-of-trump-golf-...

ASSORTED INTERESTING EVENTS

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Event: Environmental Journalism 2015 Diversity Fellowships
When: July 7 (Deadline)
Where: Norman, Oklahoma
Join the Society of Environmental Journalists for its 25th annual conference in Norman, Oklahoma Oct. 7-11, 2015. Fellows attend free and are given a $400 stipend. Native American, Asian, Black, First Nation and Latino journalists who are either SEJ members or are eligible for membership in SEJ may apply. Apply here: http://bit.ly/1SWkdCr

Event: A One-Day Workshop and Pitchfest from the Society of Environmental Journalists
When: July 10, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EDT

NYC STYROFOAM BAN

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Beginning in July 2015, certain expanded polystyrene (EPS) items will be banned from sale, distribution, or use in NYC. This provision includes a grace period lasting from July 1, 2015 until January 1, 2016. Following the grace period, Notices of Violation will be issued and civil action may be taken.

Banned Items
1. Polystyrene foam single-service items including cups, bowls, plates, takeout containers, and trays.

2. Polystyrene loose fill packaging, commonly known as packing peanuts.

Exceptions:

CRIMINAL RACISM

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Racism is alive and we must eradicate it. But even people who are victims of structural, institutional and everyday racisms, partipate in oppressive systems and adhere to racist ideologies.

A half dozen predominantly black Southern churches burn within a week; arson is suspected in at least three.

If we want to help end racial oppression, we must also confront our own. Here are a few ideas to tackle our own self-hate and inter-minority racism.

SANDY STORYLINE

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Sandy Storyline by contributing your story in words, photos, audio or video.

Sandy Storyline is a participatory documentary that collects and shares stories about the impact of Hurricane Sandy on our neighborhoods, our communities and our lives. Help tell the story of what’s happening and your vision for the future.

Stories are shared on SandyStoryline.com and may be featured as part of exhibitions, broadcasts and other events. If you have any questions, please contact share@sandystoryline.com

http://www.sandystoryline.com/about/

FORMELL Y LOS VAN VAN

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Lehman Center for the Performing Arts is proud to present the Exclusive NYC Appearance of one of Cuba’s most spectacular bands, LOS VAN VAN, who bring direct from Cuba their blend of Afro-Cuban, disco and funk back to Lehman Center as part of the band’s U.S. Tour celebrating their 45th Anniversary on Saturday, August 8th, 2015 at 8pm. Led by Samuel Formell, son of founder Juan Formell, fans can expect to hear the group’s greatest hits along with the work from their more current releases including their latest album La Fantasia. Produced by Lehman Center and Leo Tizol.

EUROMOAN

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The Greek government says it can not repay a one and a half billion euros ($1.9 billion) debt to the International Monetary Fund due today. This dangerous move could amount to default and increase fears the country could fall out of the euro currency bloc.

BBC News - Greece debt crisis: 'Last-minute talks after new offer' http://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-33325886

EU in last-ditch bid to Greece, urges 'yes' vote to bailout http://reut.rs/1C3yA2w via @Reuters

Greece faces midnight default deadline http://usat.ly/1IpuByv via @usatoday

WAIT A LEAP SECOND

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Back in 1967 clocks went atomic, and human timekeeping was dependent of the earth’s rotation. The problem is, the planet is slowing down and clocks are not.

So every few years, to get everything back in sync, scientists add a second. They’ve done it 25 times since 1972. The last time was 2012, but that was on a weekend. June 30 will be the first leap second during trading hours since markets went electronic.

Leap seconds are added to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) - and clocks worldwide - in order to compensate for the slowing of the Earth's rotation.

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