I've always found that the BBC presented fairly impartial reporting on most issues and didn't tend to get too centralised on particular countries or trends. I have BBC World at home and while it can be a bore at times listening to economics and politics in places I don't care about, at least I hear about it.
I had BBC World when I lived in the USA and its coverage during the September 11th attack and after was markedly different from the US channels, particularly two days out. I live in Madrid now and it's coverage of the train bombings on the 11th of March provided some clarity of view when all of the media channels here were reporting a more local feel.
I feel that anything that compromises their current model would compromise that impartiality - more control or looking for subscriptions would see the flavour of the news influenced: for the worst.
The BBC still reminds me of a time when most people who read newspapers were trying to better themselves and stay informed, and felt that said publications were a level to aspire to. As opposed to the vast proliferation of trash publications and sensationalist reporting which now murk those waters. I hope the BBC stays the way it is.
IANB - but this article does investigate some of the qualities that black people, on average, possess which may confer an advantage in sports.
http://www.t-nation.com/readTopic.do?id=459790/
When it comes down to it, grouping people by some factor will invariably show an advantage or predisposition towards something. It doesn't mean that one person can do everything while the other is genetically doomed to failure. It simply changes the cards each person is holding and how they will play them.
I'll finish by quoting the final paragraph of the article, which seems to sum up this entire discussion:
It's just too bad that the public stance of many is governed more by political correctness and a fear of being labeled a bigot or racist. The notion that all groups of people are created "equally" is naive and unsupported empirically and scientifically; and only when we can admit that, can we have a truly honest discussion concerning race and athletic performance.
With all due respect, gambling sites are fully legal in Ireland and Great Britain. They are legitimate businesses and value their customers highly. Every high street in a small town will have at least one "Turf Accountant".
I have lived in the states for years and I know where gambling figures in the public mentality. But it's not the same the world over.
It's even better if it's episodes that you've seen before. Then you know what everyone is already saying but you can't be arsed to switch languages. I watch the Simpsons in Spanish all the time, and I don't really pay attention to what they actually say. I just laugh at the funny bits. I'm sure it's sinking in somewhere.
To be pedantic, then he should have said "redefines GIGO as "GOOD In, Garbage Out" or some such construction.
Usage dictates that the original sentence would be interpreted by most people as defining the actual acronym and not author's intended "sarcastic" and/or "funny" redefinition.
Reminds me of a friend of mine who didn't want to get a "real" job with an "evil capitalist" company but instead wanted to go to work for a charity helping the starving orphans of wherever. I pointed out that a far better use of her time would be to work in an "evil capitalist" company for 30 hours a week, send half her cash to the starving orphans, and spend another 30 hours a week donating her time to helping whoever wherever. If you're not self-sufficient, you're still costing somebody money to keep you, no matter what you give back.
There are enough people and geeks out there that specialise in various technical areas. Most hobbyists have a far more in-depth knowledge of their chosen area than probably any patent inspector. Why not put the broad specs up for review on a website and see if anybody comments or finds prior art? I mean, it works here on Slashdot for software-based patents all the time. Throw in a few USPTO Karma points and the whole system will stabilize in a few months.
I still enforce this rule. I take people more seriously online when they can construct a basic sentence and punctuate correctly.
When I'm teaching kids English, I tell them the same. They can be seen as morons or as educated young adults when they want to make a serious point. They can drop back to AOL OMG!!11!!!! LOL whenever they're chatting with their friends.
World class runners don't sprint everywhere but it's nice to have the ability. Same with speaking and/or writing correctly.
Just my 0.0148588 EUR (Live mid-market rates as of 2004.12.07 13:23:59 GMT.)
Maybe you could hook up a webcam too to record the films you're watching and then sell them on the black market. You'd have all of the noise of the audience included. I've always wanted to be a video pirate (Aahhrrr) but I was too nervous of the legal wranglings. Now I can play in my home!
Slashdot Mirror
I call it the ClitPoint but it hasn't caught on yet. But I really enjoy using it.
As of 12:05 GMT+1, it isn't on their front page.
I've always found that the BBC presented fairly impartial reporting on most issues and didn't tend to get too centralised on particular countries or trends. I have BBC World at home and while it can be a bore at times listening to economics and politics in places I don't care about, at least I hear about it.
I had BBC World when I lived in the USA and its coverage during the September 11th attack and after was markedly different from the US channels, particularly two days out. I live in Madrid now and it's coverage of the train bombings on the 11th of March provided some clarity of view when all of the media channels here were reporting a more local feel.
I feel that anything that compromises their current model would compromise that impartiality - more control or looking for subscriptions would see the flavour of the news influenced: for the worst.
The BBC still reminds me of a time when most people who read newspapers were trying to better themselves and stay informed, and felt that said publications were a level to aspire to. As opposed to the vast proliferation of trash publications and sensationalist reporting which now murk those waters. I hope the BBC stays the way it is.
Dude, I'm totally sure you ... uh ... like ... had a great point but it's not in the form of a game. I'm outta here.
I'm people, you insensitive clod!
http://www.t-nation.com/readTopic.do?id=459790/
When it comes down to it, grouping people by some factor will invariably show an advantage or predisposition towards something. It doesn't mean that one person can do everything while the other is genetically doomed to failure. It simply changes the cards each person is holding and how they will play them. I'll finish by quoting the final paragraph of the article, which seems to sum up this entire discussion:
Uh ... the very first link above goes to a picture of the statue with said leaf not present.
With all due respect, gambling sites are fully legal in Ireland and Great Britain. They are legitimate businesses and value their customers highly. Every high street in a small town will have at least one "Turf Accountant".
I have lived in the states for years and I know where gambling figures in the public mentality. But it's not the same the world over.
You have to turn the calculator a little to see the other dimensions.
The folder marked 'Misc? always works for me.
It's even better if it's episodes that you've seen before. Then you know what everyone is already saying but you can't be arsed to switch languages. I watch the Simpsons in Spanish all the time, and I don't really pay attention to what they actually say. I just laugh at the funny bits. I'm sure it's sinking in somewhere.
Keep it down sir, or everyone will want one.
LOL!
To be pedantic, then he should have said "redefines GIGO as "GOOD In, Garbage Out" or some such construction.
Usage dictates that the original sentence would be interpreted by most people as defining the actual acronym and not author's intended "sarcastic" and/or "funny" redefinition.
Mathematicians do it in theory.
Much obliged. It seems I have a project for the weekend.
I want this. How do I get it?
Agreed.
Reminds me of a friend of mine who didn't want to get a "real" job with an "evil capitalist" company but instead wanted to go to work for a charity helping the starving orphans of wherever. I pointed out that a far better use of her time would be to work in an "evil capitalist" company for 30 hours a week, send half her cash to the starving orphans, and spend another 30 hours a week donating her time to helping whoever wherever. If you're not self-sufficient, you're still costing somebody money to keep you, no matter what you give back.
Rampant private spending helps everyone.
It'll never work. Nobody will be able to program the Bowl system correctly.
There are enough people and geeks out there that specialise in various technical areas. Most hobbyists have a far more in-depth knowledge of their chosen area than probably any patent inspector. Why not put the broad specs up for review on a website and see if anybody comments or finds prior art? I mean, it works here on Slashdot for software-based patents all the time. Throw in a few USPTO Karma points and the whole system will stabilize in a few months.
Thought you'd slip the last one by without anyone noticing, didn't you.
I still enforce this rule. I take people more seriously online when they can construct a basic sentence and punctuate correctly.
When I'm teaching kids English, I tell them the same. They can be seen as morons or as educated young adults when they want to make a serious point. They can drop back to AOL OMG!!11!!!! LOL whenever they're chatting with their friends.
World class runners don't sprint everywhere but it's nice to have the ability. Same with speaking and/or writing correctly.
Just my 0.0148588 EUR (Live mid-market rates as of 2004.12.07 13:23:59 GMT.)
I think the password is wrong in both examples. I can't connect.
No skinning - you need a knife for that.
Maybe you could hook up a webcam too to record the films you're watching and then sell them on the black market. You'd have all of the noise of the audience included. I've always wanted to be a video pirate (Aahhrrr) but I was too nervous of the legal wranglings. Now I can play in my home!
And they really make your mouth dry.