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July 2015
The Faces of Health Care: Carol W.
What has health reform meant to this country? That’s a question that millions of Americans answer every day. Carol is one of them. Read more of their stories here.
“Last December I was diagnosed with leukemia.Thank G-d, I am in remission now.”
A lifelong musician, Carol lost her insurance upon retirement. But she was able to sign up for Medicare at age 65.
Yankees: Team spoke to Padres overnight about Craig Kimbrel; would take on the money, balking at including top prospects (ESPN)
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Beijing Selected as Host of 2022 Winter Olympics
By SAM BORDEN
The Chinese capital beat Almaty, Kazakhstan, in a vote of the International Olympic Committe, and it will become the first city to host the Summer and Winter Games.
Published: July 31, 2015 at 08:00PM
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Filthy Rio de Janeiro Water a Threat at 2016 Olympics
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
An investigation found dangerously high levels of viruses and bacteria from sewage in venues where athletes will compete in the 2016 water events.
Published: July 30, 2015 at 08:00PM
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His N.F.L. Dream Dead, a Sun Devil Tries Rugby Down Under
By EMMA STONEY
When the Brumbies, an Australian Super Rugby franchise, came knocking, former Arizona State star tight end Chris Coyle decided to try a career switch.
Published: July 30, 2015 at 08:00PM
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Yankees Fall in Ninth Inning, Capping a Day of Frustration
By BILLY WITZ
The Yankees’ day started with Michael Pineda going on the disabled list and ended with a loss thanks to Josh Hamilton.
Published: July 30, 2015 at 08:00PM
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Mike Pyle, Captain of 9-0 Yale Team, Dies at 76
By RICHARD GOLDSTEIN
Pyle was among the many former N.F.L. players who brought suit against the league for disregarding cognitive dangers resulting from football collisions.
Published: July 30, 2015 at 08:00PM
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Richard D. Bass, Ski Resort Developer and Climber of Tallest Peaks, Dies at 85
By BRUCE WEBER
A book about the Texas rancher’s climbs and its attendant publicity were often given credit, and blame, for a flood of amateur attempts on Mount Everest.
Published: July 30, 2015 at 08:00PM
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Jets’ Sheldon Richardson, Already Suspended, Is Accused of Resisting Arrest After a Traffic Stop
By BEN SHPIGEL
Richardson is also facing several traffic violations in Missouri, including driving his car at 143 miles per hour.
Published: July 30, 2015 at 08:00PM
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