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Last year was the hottest ever recorded on Earth, with accompanying climate disasters. More than 40 percent of the planet’s surface was at least 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 degrees Fahrenheit) warmer than in the late 19th century. Many scientists believe that a 1.5-degree increase over preindustrial levels is the point at which severe climate consequences begin.
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By Alan Singer
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1/26/24
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As we leap, scoot, crawl or get dragged into 2024, the ceaseless message in our heads is that we need improvement. Apparently, our face, our furniture, our travel plans, our friendships, our dog food, our recipe for coq au vin are not quite right. We as human beings, struggling along in the most challenging times, are not quite enough.
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By Randi Kreiss
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1/26/24
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In the aftermath of the Sept. 11 attacks, the world stood united in shock and grief. Americans came together to support one another in the face of an unprecedented tragedy. Yet even in those dark days, there were voices around the globe that cheered for the destruction of what they called the “great Satan.”
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By Ari Brown
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1/26/24
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It was a cold, overcast Tuesday, with temperatures below freezing, as students and teachers arrived at Newbridge Road Elementary School in North Bellmore. But the holiday break was still fresh in many minds, and many had renewed energy to get a good jump on their studies in 2024.
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1/26/24
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Watching the war between Israel and Hamas continue, I am heartbroken. Like any person of goodwill, I am pained by the babies, young people, women, elderly and all people taken hostage by Hamas, including my neighbor Omer Neutra.
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By Eric Post
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1/26/24
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The political debate. It’s a chance to see and hear from those who wish to represent us in government. But for the candidates seeking office, only they can truly appreciate the stress and pressure that comes with it.
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1/19/24
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At Freeport Public Schools, creating a safe, welcoming and affirming environment for every student, staff member and stakeholder isn’t just a priority, but a fundamental necessity. We acknowledge the need for an educational environment that fosters a sense of belonging and support, ensuring that all have an opportunity to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
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By Kishore Kuncham
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1/19/24
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The debt of developing countries is at "crisis" levels, the World Bank has just said. Supporting that view is a New York Times story December 16 headlined "The Debt Problem is Enormous, and the System for Fixing It is Broken."
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By Mel Gurtov
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1/19/24
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In this world, when you are presented with an opportunity to advance in some field, you often only get one chance. But when it comes to politics and you’re the governor of New York, you get four chances to succeed at the job. Last week, Gov. Kathy Hochul got her second chance to present her blueprint for the future, and she succeeded in winning over many of the state’s skeptics.
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By Jerry Kremer
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1/19/24
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While I truly appreciated every moment of my 28 years in Congress, I’ve found that a real benefit of being retired is that I have more time to think about where I’ve been and how I got there. Don’t get me wrong. I’m still keeping myself busy in a number of areas, including writing for the Heralds. But there’s no longer the constant rush to be somewhere or get something done.
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By Peter King
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1/19/24
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