Europe’s roots revealed with DNA study
BBC: Scientists examined DNA from 40 ancient skeletons in Central Europe to gain new insights into the populations that formed the modern Europe.
Things fall apart
SoloPower’s closure caps a gloomy 10 days for Oregon business leaders.
Israel accuses Syria of using chemical weapons
New York Times: Israel’s senior military intelligence analyst says that Syria has repeatedly used chemical weapons in the last month.
Tax, PERS bills will pass, Tina Kotek says
Oregon House Speaker Tina Kotek said that two key bills to balance the state budget will pass this week.
SoloPower to suspend entire Portland operations in June
SoloPower will suspend its Portland operations in June. It is still unclear whether production will ever start back up, or if Oregon will get back millions of dollars in incentives paid to the company.
Public safety reform offers better return on investment
If what we strive for as a state is education over incarceration, now is the time for business leaders and elected officials to face Oregon’s expensive public safety system with the same courage and forward-thinking that has made Oregon famous in the health care reform arena.
TriMet plans to boost ridership in Hillsboro
TriMet officials plan to boost ridership in the under-served Hillsboro, the state’s fifth-largest city.
Violin from Titanic to be put up for auction
CBSnews: Movies about the Titanic often feature a poignant musisc scene and now the real band leader’s violin could go up for auction.
Energy Trust increases business incentives
The Energy Trust of Oregon is increasing cash incentives for solar electric systems installed in businesses.
Netflix on the rebound
Reuters: Netflix Inc shares shot up 24 percent on Tuesday to their highest level since September 2011