I listen to Pandora on my PC at work, when I can. They switched to a cruddy flash interface a few months ago, which I suspect is part of why their numbers are down. The new interface locks up, doesn't pause correctly, and just sucks in general. The only reason I haven't switched is the effort I put into creating my stations, but that day is coming soon.
Why would you want to listen to a synthetic voice producing comprehensible but uncomprehending speech rather than a professional reader whose voice is pleasant to listen to and conveys the emotional context of the book?
Maybe that voice better matches the characters in his book?
There are several points you are missing. Everyone may need a car that can go more than 200 miles, but they don't need every car they own to have that capability. Families with two or more cars may prefer an electric car and a hybrid or gas car. I don't drive my car 9000 miles in a year, and would be fine with one short range electric and a longer range car for my family. My situation is far from unique. Many people would accept renting a car the few times a year they needed more range. Your prices are way off too- there are several all-electric cars available with MSRP in the high $20ks, way less than $100k. Yes, more than $12k but most people don't want a $12k car, electric or gas. Your strawman who is going to Vail isn't going to want a $12k car either. If I'm comparing a ~$30k gas car vs a ~$33k hybrid or electric, the hybrid or electric is probably still a better deal when you factor in fuel costs, maintenance costs, and rebates. I drive less than 30 miles a day, why would I care about extra range that I would rarely use?
Also- 200 miles to escape a wildfire- is that a wildfire or a meteor impact?
It's already heading out of the solar system, so no need to worry about any malicious intent. TFA says that it passed perihelion around Sep. 9. It was closest to the Earth on Oct 14, at about 15 million miles (24 million km, sorry don't have it in LOC). It's heading toward the constellation Pegasus at over 97000 mph. Maybe we'll send them a warning in a few years?
It's a bit unsettling that we didn't notice this until it had passed the earth at a relatively close distance, and passed through the plane of the ecliptic twice. I know the chances of an impact are very low, but the late detection indicates that we may be missing an unknown number of events like this, and may not be correct about estimates of the chances of being hit by one.
The minimum tax rate for low income goes from 10% to 12% (in the last version I saw), so don't think there's anything good for the poor there. The maximum tax rate for high income was lowered from 39.6% to 35%, which seems like a handout to the rich. But the standard deduction is doubled, which seems like it will help poor people preferentially. But it also eliminates the personal exemption, which will reduce the total deduction for families with multiple children. Also the values the brackets are at aren't specified, and there may be other deductions etc. so it's impossible to tell exactly how the tax plan will affect anybody. My bet is that the rich will pay a lot less, and the middle class/poor will pay less but only coincidentally. The government will not collect enough $$ to function properly, leading to increased debt as most members of Congress would rather sacrifice their first born than cut spending. The next administration will have to increase taxes to make up for these actions, and will be cursed to eternity for it.
So the answer to your question is probably neither.
They then used those cells to create more than 2,553 cloned pig embryos. Next, scientists implanted the genetically modified cloned pig embryos into 13 female pigs.
That's a lot (196) of embryos per pig. The female pigs would have exploded if the embryos had all been viable.
At least the piglets look cute.
The animals were slaughtered when they were six months old so scientists could analyze their bodies.
Do you want them to toss it on the ground, or toss it in a bin where there's paper and other flammables? Think about it.
Part of the problem is the viewpoint that those are the only two options. It's your (or their) trash, dispose of it properly. Why is there an expectation that ashtrays should be provided at any random spot that someone might finish smoking? Like any other trash, hold onto it until there is a proper place to dispose of it. Throwing your trash on the ground should never be viewed as an acceptable option.
Is is it true that it still takes more energy to fab the silicon, make the frames, and deploy the panels than they ever get back in their operational lifetime?
It's called embedded (or embodied) energy. It's not true, unless there's an incredibly inefficient production/distribution method being used somewhere. Even if it were true, it would still make sense to produce them using other renewable energy types (i.e. hydro, geothermal) and use them where they were replacing non-renewables (though still not ideal).
I knew a few people like that in college- very smart, so they coasted through engineering classes- until they couldn't anymore. Then it was like a speedboat hitting rocks. They didn't finish college and have shitty jobs that are well beneath their capabilities. I usually had to study for earlier classes, and learned in time that effort and persistence are required no matter how smart you are. When I got to the harder classes I persisted, and was able to finish college. My kids are in advanced classes, so I tell them that they're smart- but all that means is you have to work hard in the advanced class instead of a regular level class. No coasting allowed. I make it clear to them that intelligence is not enough, work is still required. I think one difference is I don't praise them for being smart, I just state it as how they are. I do praise effort, successful or not, and try to make it so they're not afraid to try and fail.
however after June 2018, it will stop being supported... So what will you do less than a year from now?
Well, since the release calendar shows ESR 59.0 available on March 5, 2018, I'll probably be using that. Seems a safe bet that by then most extensions will work with it. Is there more to this question, or was this just so you could list some of your favorite extensions? (And how could you not list Adblock Plus?)
I thought the AIs mostly focused on 'Yo motherboard' jokes, like 'Yo motherboard so old it's only got ISA slots!' or 'Yo motherboards form factor is double-wide!'
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I listen to Pandora on my PC at work, when I can. They switched to a cruddy flash interface a few months ago, which I suspect is part of why their numbers are down. The new interface locks up, doesn't pause correctly, and just sucks in general. The only reason I haven't switched is the effort I put into creating my stations, but that day is coming soon.
Why would you want to listen to a synthetic voice producing comprehensible but uncomprehending speech rather than a professional reader whose voice is pleasant to listen to and conveys the emotional context of the book?
Maybe that voice better matches the characters in his book?
There are several points you are missing. Everyone may need a car that can go more than 200 miles, but they don't need every car they own to have that capability. Families with two or more cars may prefer an electric car and a hybrid or gas car. I don't drive my car 9000 miles in a year, and would be fine with one short range electric and a longer range car for my family. My situation is far from unique. Many people would accept renting a car the few times a year they needed more range. Your prices are way off too- there are several all-electric cars available with MSRP in the high $20ks, way less than $100k. Yes, more than $12k but most people don't want a $12k car, electric or gas. Your strawman who is going to Vail isn't going to want a $12k car either. If I'm comparing a ~$30k gas car vs a ~$33k hybrid or electric, the hybrid or electric is probably still a better deal when you factor in fuel costs, maintenance costs, and rebates. I drive less than 30 miles a day, why would I care about extra range that I would rarely use?
Also- 200 miles to escape a wildfire- is that a wildfire or a meteor impact?
Evidence points to the pyramids being built by Egyptian government contractors. Evidence also shows they were supposed to be giant cubes.
If they would take every politician and drop them into the Sun, I would give them a lot of leeway on the rest of their invasion plans.
It's already heading out of the solar system, so no need to worry about any malicious intent. TFA says that it passed perihelion around Sep. 9. It was closest to the Earth on Oct 14, at about 15 million miles (24 million km, sorry don't have it in LOC). It's heading toward the constellation Pegasus at over 97000 mph. Maybe we'll send them a warning in a few years?
It's a bit unsettling that we didn't notice this until it had passed the earth at a relatively close distance, and passed through the plane of the ecliptic twice. I know the chances of an impact are very low, but the late detection indicates that we may be missing an unknown number of events like this, and may not be correct about estimates of the chances of being hit by one.
NEW ROCK CRUSHER CHINA BEST QUALITY MUST SEE!
I bought one of those last week. It broke while taking it out of the box when some of the bubble wrap fell into it.
The minimum tax rate for low income goes from 10% to 12% (in the last version I saw), so don't think there's anything good for the poor there. The maximum tax rate for high income was lowered from 39.6% to 35%, which seems like a handout to the rich. But the standard deduction is doubled, which seems like it will help poor people preferentially. But it also eliminates the personal exemption, which will reduce the total deduction for families with multiple children. Also the values the brackets are at aren't specified, and there may be other deductions etc. so it's impossible to tell exactly how the tax plan will affect anybody. My bet is that the rich will pay a lot less, and the middle class/poor will pay less but only coincidentally. The government will not collect enough $$ to function properly, leading to increased debt as most members of Congress would rather sacrifice their first born than cut spending. The next administration will have to increase taxes to make up for these actions, and will be cursed to eternity for it.
So the answer to your question is probably neither.
If CAPTCHAs are broken, the quality of posts around here will, um, er... ok maybe this isn't such a big deal.
How can an HTPC be worth $8?
Maybe that was the value listed for import tax?
They then used those cells to create more than 2,553 cloned pig embryos. Next, scientists implanted the genetically modified cloned pig embryos into 13 female pigs.
That's a lot (196) of embryos per pig. The female pigs would have exploded if the embryos had all been viable.
At least the piglets look cute.
The animals were slaughtered when they were six months old so scientists could analyze their bodies.
Oh damn, that was harsh.
Let the bacon jokes begin...
Do you want them to toss it on the ground, or toss it in a bin where there's paper and other flammables? Think about it.
Part of the problem is the viewpoint that those are the only two options. It's your (or their) trash, dispose of it properly. Why is there an expectation that ashtrays should be provided at any random spot that someone might finish smoking? Like any other trash, hold onto it until there is a proper place to dispose of it. Throwing your trash on the ground should never be viewed as an acceptable option.
It's too bad some humans can't be trained not to litter in the first place.
Have any relatives who bought their own Windows laptop or tablet in the past year? You might be surprised...
Yes, followed by "I want the same internet as on my old one".
I was not surprised.
Is is it true that it still takes more energy to fab the silicon, make the frames, and deploy the panels than they ever get back in their operational lifetime?
It's called embedded (or embodied) energy. It's not true, unless there's an incredibly inefficient production/distribution method being used somewhere. Even if it were true, it would still make sense to produce them using other renewable energy types (i.e. hydro, geothermal) and use them where they were replacing non-renewables (though still not ideal).
...4,000-Mile Cable Across the Pacfic Ocean ... connecting Virginia Beach with Bilbao, Spain
Microsoft maps claims another victim!
I knew a few people like that in college- very smart, so they coasted through engineering classes- until they couldn't anymore. Then it was like a speedboat hitting rocks. They didn't finish college and have shitty jobs that are well beneath their capabilities. I usually had to study for earlier classes, and learned in time that effort and persistence are required no matter how smart you are. When I got to the harder classes I persisted, and was able to finish college. My kids are in advanced classes, so I tell them that they're smart- but all that means is you have to work hard in the advanced class instead of a regular level class. No coasting allowed. I make it clear to them that intelligence is not enough, work is still required. I think one difference is I don't praise them for being smart, I just state it as how they are. I do praise effort, successful or not, and try to make it so they're not afraid to try and fail.
IANAL, but I think it's too late to sue the Obama administration.
This is small claims court. If you want to claim more than the small claims maximum, get a lawyer and sue them in 'regular' court.
Wouldn't work. They would just sell it back to Google. They'd make a huge profit, but claim a loss in their taxes.
however after June 2018, it will stop being supported... So what will you do less than a year from now?
Well, since the release calendar shows ESR 59.0 available on March 5, 2018, I'll probably be using that. Seems a safe bet that by then most extensions will work with it. Is there more to this question, or was this just so you could list some of your favorite extensions? (And how could you not list Adblock Plus?)
I thought the AIs mostly focused on 'Yo motherboard' jokes, like 'Yo motherboard so old it's only got ISA slots!' or 'Yo motherboards form factor is double-wide!'
"The Daily Stormer will be live in internet prison with drug dealers, terrorists and perverts, which is where we've been exiled to, for all time,"
Drug dealers, terrorists and perverts: "Damn, we didn't think it could get that much worse!"
... asbestos isotopes
You have made an elementary mistake...
... ergo pigeons don't exist.
Yay! Finally my car is safe!