Thursday, April 30, 2015

A Doctor at the Opera

Dr. Charles Langs, a onetime house doctor at the New York City Opera, recalls a novel case.


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LEADING OFF: Scherzer-Harvey Matchup, Lester Tries Again

A look at what’s happening all around the major leagues today:







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Roundup: Cardinals Trounce Phillies; Angels Hold Off the Athletics

The Cardinals overcame a short outing by Tim Cooney in his major league debut to defeat the Philadelphia Phillies, 9-3, for their third straight win







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The Perils of Automated Flight

Recent delays caused by iPad problems serve as a reminder that technological improvements can introduce new risks.


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Murray in Quarterfinals in Munich

Top-seeded Andy Murray began his clay-court season by reaching the BMW Open quarterfinals in Munich.







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Patriot Act Faces Revisions Backed by Both Parties

The push for reform is the strongest demonstration of a shift from a focus on national security at the expense of civil liberties to a new balance in the post-Edward J. Snowden era.







Bits Blog: Apple, IBM and Japan Post See Profit in the Old-Age Market

Apple, IBM and Japan Post are partnering to provide a technology service for older adults. The venture reflects the larger ambitions of each company.







Grooveshark Shuts Down to Settle Copyright Infringement Suit

The free streaming site, which once had 35 million users, agreed to turn over its apps and intellectual property to a trade group representing the biggest record companies.







Duffy Throws Gem, Hosmer Homers, Royals Beat Tigers 8-1

Danny Duffy pitched shutout ball into the eighth and Eric Hosmer hit a two-run homer as the Kansas City Royals beat the Detroit Tigers 8-1 on Thursday night.







Yemenis in Desperate Need of Food and Fuel After Weeks of Airstrikes

The Saudi-led military campaign in Yemen, combined with fierce fighting on the ground, has displaced an estimated 300,000 people and destroyed vital infrastructure.