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Commute to work; work; commute home. Change diapers, feed, rock, burp. Repeat. Do you feel like you’re an expert in your own field but don’t have a clue as to what’s going on in the rest of the world? Me, too! Welcome to Brain Food, Symmetry’s answer for busy women who desire to engage in lively conversation at the neighborhood party – or even just a nice chat with their significant other! This section is updated with timely conversation starters each Thursday morning, so check back each week! Week of June 28
News On the 25th the Supreme Court loosened the restrictions on what companies and unions can spend on television advertisements just before an election. Writing for the majority, Chief Justice Roberts said that, when regulating what can be said in a campaign and when, “the First Amendment requires us to err on the side of protecting political speech rather than suppressing it.” In another 5-to-4 ruling involving free speech, the court ruled against an Sports The NBA draft will be televised live, a marathon 5+ hour show, beginning 4 p.m. (Eastern) on Thursday the 28th. First pick will go to the Portland Trailblazers. Health/Diet Brew the right thing. Green tea is the richest known natural source of theanine, an amino acid found to boost alpha brain waves – the kind associated with relaxation. “Theanine can enhance concentration and clarity, so it actually increases mental alertness while reducing stress.” AARPMagazine.com Social Tip Museums. Culture in any form is a blessing, so if this summer you find yourself looking at Egyptian hieroglyphs, enjoy the art, and please refrain from chatting about where you’ll be having dinner. Manners by Kate Spade Finance Term Market Jitters. Feelings of nervousness created by uncertainty or fear about the current investment environment. Word Referendum. The principle or practice of submitting to popular vote a measure passed on or proposed by a legislative body or by popular initiative. |
In the time we have it is surely our duty to do all the good we can to all the people we can in all the ways we can.
- William Barclay
