THE BIG ONE

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The big quake is predicted to strike along the San Andreas Fault line.

Earthquake early warning systems use earthquake science and the technology of monitoring systems to alert devices and people when shaking waves generated by an earthquake are expected to arrive at their location. The seconds to minutes of advance warning can allow people and systems to take actions to protect life and property from destructive shaking.

Even a few seconds of warning can enable protective actions such as:

Data Doesn't Matter?

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At least as it pertains to political campaigns, it seems. The world of big data is changing dramatically right before our eyes from the increase in big data growth to the way in which it’s structured and used. The trend of big data growth presents enormous challenges, but it also presents incredible business opportunities. Our big data infographic helps you visualize some of the latest trends occurring in our expanding data universe.

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First Mothers Day

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Mother’s Day is coming up on Sunday, May 8 and I am celebrating a new mom in my life. My younger daughter Sabrina Caren Soto. She is stylish and enjoys lazy Sundays with Olivia, her gorgeous baby girl and father Steve in their hectic, new and exciting parenting challenge.

Although my mom Margarita has passed away, she will never, ever be forgotten. I also pay tribute to other moms in my life. Maria Soto, my ex and the mother of my darling, delightful daughters. My loving wife, Yirong Chen Soto, who is the mother of our smart son Yiliang Chen.

Cross Cruz Out

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Ted Cruz has been called Lucifer, Lying Ted and he is one of the least popular US Senators in Washington DC. They can now add loser to the list.

This is a big disappointment fro #NeverTrump forces who had hoped to stop the controversial real estate mogul's march to the nomination.

BBC News - US election: Ted Cruz pulls out of Republican race http://www.bbc.com/news/election-us-2016-36200431

Ted Cruz drops ou of presidential race http://www.politico.com/story/2016/05/ted-cruz-drops-out-of-presidentia…

Teacher Appreciation

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Teachers are academic superheroes. Most of them educate, innovate, encourage and support their students. Each day they touch the lives of millions of children and their influence extends far beyond the classroom. Most of them are marvelous.

POWDER KEG?

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Johnson & Johnson is being ordered to pay $55 million to a woman who said that using the company’s talcum powder products for feminine hygiene caused her to develop ovarian cancer.

The verdict is now the second trial loss for the company, which is facing approximately 1,200 lawsuits accusing it of not adequately warning consumers about its talc products’ cancer risks.

Johnson & Johnson just lost another talcum powder cancer lawsuit http://cnnmon.ie/1pXHfhx via @CNNMoney

Diversity Now

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Racial unrest is sweeping colleges and universities in many campuses indicating how much social media has influenced activism. A protest at one campus can go viral within minutes.

Shared photos of a particularly powerful demonstration might embolden others to take similar stands. Activists don’t have to go through traditional media outlets to spread their message.

WAKE UP CALL

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PLEASE Appreciate, recognize and respect the fact that without our parents , we would not be who we are.

Realize how difficult and hard it is to do something on your own and always appreciate the importance and the value in helping our family. This is what all employers look for in people they hire. They want someone who can appreciate the help of others , a person who knows the hardship of others to accomplish goals, and a person who does not put money as the only goal in life.

A Digital Democracy

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The practice of a digital system of democracy would not only allow registered voters to opine on which issues they want candidates to discuss, but also tell politicians where to focus their time and energy.

Which topic would the majority of US voters like to see the Congress dealing with? Does it matter to you, your family and fiends?

Whether you know who you’re voting for, are yet to decide or have a specific subject candidates should be addressing. Everyone's contributions would help shape the future of this great nation.

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