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50th Anniversary of ‘I Have a Dream’ Speech

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., delivers his ‘I Have a Dream’ speech Aug. 28, 1963 at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington. Image/National Archives and Records Administration

Staff Report

Fifty years ago today, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., head of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech to more than 250,000 civil rights supporters from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.

The speech is considered a defining moment of the American Civil Rights Movement.

In the wake of the speech Read More

NIST Ytterbium Atomic Clocks Set Record for Stability

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NIST’s ultra-stable ytterbium lattice atomic clock. Ytterbium atoms are generated in an oven (large metal cylinder on the left) and sent to a vacuum chamber in the center of the photo to be manipulated and probed by lasers. Laser light is transported to the clock by five fibers (such as the yellow fiber in the lower center of the photo). Photo by Burrus/NIST

NIST News:

A pair of experimental atomic clocks based on ytterbium atoms at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has set a new record for stability.

The clocks act like 21st-century pendulums or metronomes that could Read More

Ten Tax Tips for Individuals Selling Their Home

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IRS News:

PHOENIX ─ If you’re selling your main home this summer or sometime this year, the IRS has some helpful tips for you.

Even if you make a profit from the sale of your home, you may not have to report it as income.

Here are 10 tips from the IRS to keep in mind when selling your home.

  • If you sell your home at a gain, you may be able to exclude part or all of the profit from your income. This rule generally applies if you’ve owned and used the property as your main home for at least two out of the five years before the date of sale
  • You normally can exclude up to $250,000 of the gain from your income ($500,000 on a joint
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Column: Foods’ Future

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Foods’ Future
By Tab Wilkins
NIST/MEB

What do a McDonalds French fry supplier (J.R. Simplot Company), Starbucks Coffee, and Béquet Caramels have in common?

Two things it turns out. First, they’re part of the food processing industry: the country’s second largest manufacturing sector by employment, fourth largest manufacturing sector by establishments, and an industry group that accounts for more than 10 percent of all manufacturing shipments. Everyone has to eat!

Let’s take a closer look at this strong manufacturing sector. Considering where the jobs Read More

Udall Urges NM Businesses to Join Development Mission to Mexico

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U.S. Sen. Tom Udall

U.S. SENATE News:

ALBUQUERQUE – U.S. Sen. Tom Udall is encouraging New Mexico businesses to join U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker on a business development mission to Mexico from Nov.18-22.

In a letter to area business leaders, Udall highlighted the potential commercial opportunities it could open up for local businesses with Mexico.

“Companies from past trade missions reported that the meetings they participated in helped develop relationships and create business leads that would have taken years to establish on their own,” Udall said. “They also Read More

IRS Website Explains Health Care Law Tax Provisions

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IRS News:

PHOENIX─The IRS has launched a new Affordable Care Act Tax Provisions website at IRS.gov/aca to educate individuals and businesses on how the health care law may affect them.

The new home page has three sections, which explain the tax benefits and responsibilities for individuals and families, employers, and other organizations, with links and information for each group. The site provides information about tax provisions that are in effect now and those that will go into effect in 2014 and beyond.

Topics include premium tax credits for individuals, new benefits and responsibilities Read More

Google eCity Awards Recognizes Albuquerque as State’s Strongest Online Business Community

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Staff Report

Google has announced the 2013 eCities of America. The Google eCity Awards recognize the digital capitals of each state. These cities’ businesses are using the web to find new customers, connect with existing customers and fuel their local economies. Across the country, businesses that are online expect to grow 40 percent faster.

Albuquerque topped the list for New Mexico. Albuquerque’s businesses have one of the strongest online communities in New Mexico. The state’s largest city entertains hot air balloon enthusiasts, warm-weather lovers and dessert seekers.

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U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján Attends Gathering at Los Alamos Home

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U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján from New Mexico’s 3rd District, seated center, attended a gathering Friday evening at the home of Marvel Harrison Csanadi and Dr. Tom Csanadi on North Mesa. The private event gave Luján an opportunity to speak one on one with local residents. Dist. 43 Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard, standing to Luján‘s left, new Probate Judge Chris Chandler to Luján‘s right, and District Court Judge Sylvia LaMar in white dress were among those gathered around Luján showing support for UNM-LA’s mil levy election set for Sept. 17. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More

Back to School Tax Tips

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IRS News:

Going to college can be a stressful time for students and parents. The IRS offers these tips about education tax benefits that can help offset some college costs and maybe relieve some of that stress.

  • American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC). This credit can be up to $2,500 per eligible student. The AOTC is available for the first four years of post-secondary education. Forty percent of the credit is refundable. That means that you may be able to receive up to $1,000 of the credit as a refund, even if you don’t owe any taxes. Qualified expenses include tuition and fees, course related
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Fee Free Day at Bandelier Aug. 25 for Founders Day

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BANDELIER News:

The National Park Service (NPS) was established Aug. 25, 1916, to protect and preserve the then-young system of park areas being designated for the benefit and enjoyment of people throughout the country and visitors from around the world.

Now, in 2013, there are more than 400 areas that are administered by the NPS, ranging from battlefields to coral reefs, Yosemite to the Washington Monument, Everglades to Bandelier National Monument. The anniversary of that date is celebrated by having a Fee Free day, when there is no entrance fee to any National Park Service Read More