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Robot Used in Dallas Police Shooting Raises Ethical Quandary, Groups Say

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The decision by Dallas police officers to use a robot to end the standoff with police shooter Micah Xavier Johnson has groups on both sides wondering if that means robotics are now fair game as a method of deadly force for police departments nationwide—and what ethical questions that raises. Micah Xavier Johnson, the U.S. Questions of Ethics.

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Training Future Gamers Is Serious Business, Industry Group Says

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72 The number of schools in California that offer video game-related courses and degree programs, by far the most in the country. More details: Get a degree almost anywhere: The ESA reports that more universities than ever are offering video game degrees, with California leading the pack. A total of 385 U.S.

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Conference Circuit: A Fresh Helping for Produce Professionals

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Before heading to the Produce Marketing Association’s Fresh Summit Convention & Expo, taking place October 17-19 in Anaheim, California, attendees can get a taste of who’s going to be there. Plus: A pragmatic meeting that might not be what you’d expect. NWA will be meeting in Salt Lake City. ” Down the Line.

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Conference Circuit: Women in Journalism Recap 2014

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The event, to be held this weekend at California’s La Quinta Resort and Club, might seem like an upscale sleep-away adventure for adults, but don’t be misled by the scenic locale. The Journalism and Women Symposium (JAWS) proves that camp isn’t just for kids with its professional Conference and Mentoring Project (CAMP). The Week Ahead.

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These Are the World’s Best Airports

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In second place was Dallas’ Love Field; Gerald R. And coming in third place were airports in Austin and San Antonio, Texas; Detroit; Sacramento, California; and Toronto (Billy Bishop).

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Transgender Groups: Healthcare Not Easy to Come By

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“When health care really stresses biology, it leaves a large portion of us out,” Nell Gaither, president of the Trans Pride Initiative, told The Dallas Morning News. If the insurance company does cover reassignment surgeries and medicine, it often doesn’t cover enough of the cost.

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Is Your Staff Trained to Sell Membership?

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It was more than three years ago, at the ASAE Annual Meeting & Expo in Dallas, that author Dan Pink told association executives “ We’re all in sales now.” Research from the retail sector suggests simple training on member benefits could sharply enhance your staff’s ability to positively engage members.