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Commentary: Will the new Google Pixel 3 and 3 XL phones stand to the new iPhones XS and XS Max?
Apple just had an event a few weeks ago where showed their new iPhones and the new Series 4 Watch, and now it's the turn for Google which earlier this month, officially announced that its next hardware event is on October 9th in New York City. They are probably going to be presenting the new Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL phones as well as perhaps, a new Google Pixelbook.
The invitation provided only a GIF with an animated "I ❤ NY" and since the heart contained a "3" is likely an indication of the Pixel 3.
We have all the details about the new iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max so utilizing the many Google Pixel 3 leaks; I'm going to attempt to compare them – we'll find out how it compares with the iPhone on October, 9, the day of the Google event.
The Pixel 3 XL
Some of the leaked Pixel 3 XL images clearly show this phone with a pronounced notch as shown on the images below.
The leaked images above also show a wallpaper with a number 3 and the same color scheme as the animated gif from Google's event invitation. But let's get to the specs, the new Pixel 3 XLwill feature an 8-core Qualcomm processor, assuming that's what the Snapdragon 845 is — and an Adreno 630 GPU. The resolution appears to be 1440×2960 with a pixel density of 494; there's evidence that the device will have just 4GB of RAM.
The Pixel 3 (non-XL)
The images leaked on the GooglePixel subreddit show a Pixel 3 with no notch, the photos also confirm stereo front-facing speakers, dual selfie cameras, and the same rear, all-glass design as the 3 XL (with a matte coating covering a good portion of it).
GooglePixel subreddit
This Pixel 3 appears to have a 5.5-inch display with a resolution of 2160×1080 and a 2:1 aspect ratio. The battery is said to be 2,915mAh. The two front-facing cameras appear to be each 8-megapixel sensors. One has an aperture of f/1.8, the other f/2.2; Google is probably following the two-camera approach to allow for wide-angle shots.
How does it compare with the iPhones XS and XS Max?
For starters, the iPhones XS and XS Max win the screen comparison; both phones have larger screens with higher resolution than the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL. The iPhone XS has a 5.8-inch display with a resolution of 2436×1125 and pixel density of 458. The iPhone XS Max includes a 6.5-inch display with a resolution of 2688×1242 and same pixel density as the iPhone XS.
The camera's aperture is similar on both the Pixel 3 and the new iPhones, with the iPhones featuring a f/1.8 and f/2.4 apertures while the Pixel 3 has an aperture of f/1.8, and f/2.2.
Since its initial release, the Google Pixel featured a great camera, I am sure the new Pixel 3 will have an amazing camera, the phone itself has been a favorite of many since its release and I'm sure the Pixel 3 won't dissapoint.
One difference from the iPhone is that the new Pixel's rear shooter is just a single-lens one, but that doesn't mean it's not capable, as there are rumors that this camera will be capable of amazing low light shots and it also has a new Visual Core.
The price is unknown, but if we use Google Pixel's historic pricing, it will probably be cheaper than the new iPhone XS models and also the new Galaxy Note 9 – however, it's very possible that Google might use this as an opportunity to increase the price of this vary capable phone.
The Google Pixel 3 launch date is confirmed for October 9. Stay tuned.
Posted on September 26, 2018 Categories google, Mobil, TechTags Google pixel, Pixel 3, Pixel 3 xlLeave a comment on Commentary: Will the new Google Pixel 3 and 3 XL phones stand to the new iPhones XS and XS Max?
Alexa, Are we there yet?
Amazon hosted a hardware event in Seattle this week, and as expected, it introduced an array of new and updated Echo devices, including the Echo Auto. That's right, an Echo that you can bring with you, in your car. Echo it's Amazon's line of smart speakers and screens, and with the addition of Echo Auto, there is now an Echo device for your car.
Amazon Alexa is the software, a virtual assistant developed by Amazon, first used in the Amazon Echo and the Amazon Echo Dot smart speakers developed by Amazon Lab126. It is capable of voice interaction, music playback, making to-do lists, setting alarms, streaming podcasts, playing audiobooks, and providing weather, traffic, sports, and other real-time information, such as news (Wikipedia).
Amazon's new Echo Auto will be a hit, I just know that right now. The price point is low, starting at only $24.99 with the introductory offer (By invitation only ) that will save you 50% for a limited time. The regular price is set to be $49.99. This device will bring Alexa's virtual assistant capabilities to your car, making it safer for you to get information, listen to music, etc. while you drive since all you have to do is talk to it and use voice commands instead of moving your eyes off the road or your hands off the steering wheel.
This is revolutionary, and I'm not talking about the tech of this device but the strategy behind it. The Echo Auto is a simple device, it's small, it has the full power and versatility of the original Echo, and it will make Alexa accessible from any car, for just $24.99 with the starting price. The benefits of taking Alexa on the road thanks to this new device, the Echo Auto are many. Safety is the first thing that comes to mind, with the Echo Auto, we'll be able to have amazing hands-free capabilities in our car by just using our voice. No more looking away from the road just to play a song, or make a call.
Just ask Alexa to play music, resume your Audible book, check your calendar, find nearby businesses, make calls, and more. With eight microphones, Echo Auto even hears you over road noise. Echo Auto starts up in seconds, works through your car speakers, and uses your existing smartphone plan. ~ Amazon
The Echo Auto also brings entertainment, you can ask Alexa to tell jokes, play a game, play music from Amazon Music, Spotify, Pandora, and more. In my case, having Alexa in my car will allow me to play my podcasts, audiobooks, or listen to the news briefing – all of it without having to use my hands or stop paying attention to the road.
There are already cars with the Alexa software built in, but this little device allows everyone to bring Alexa's functionality into their car, any car. One concern I have with this (as I do with the rest of the Echo devices) is privacy, and as Amazon continues to conquer the kitchen, the bedroom, the living room, and now the car with its line of smart speakers, I just hope they also continue to maintain the interactions of users with Alexa private.
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Posted on September 21, 2018 October 20, 2018 Categories Amazon, Hardware, TechTags alexa, echo, Echo auto, smart speaker, virtual assistantLeave a comment on Alexa, Are we there yet?
Microsoft's Surface Book 2 – The laptop that is what the Macbook Pro should have been
It has taken a few years for Apple to make any considerable upgrades to its most powerful line of laptops, the MacBook Pro (MBP). This I believe, has given Microsoft the opportunity to release a second and better iteration of a product that has both a new design and a set of features that can potentially make MacBook Pro users switch to this Windows laptop, at least for now. So what's Apple to do?
Well, perhaps nothing if they aren't as excited as they were once about pursuing the high-end laptop market which is made of, undeniably, of many of their existing customers via iPhone and iPads. The MacBook Pro has always been considered upscale and the high-end of laptops for professionals. The premium materials and powerful specs of the MacBook Pro were still on par with its high price, which made it hard for Windows laptop companies to compete.
The MacBook Pro
Presently, I consider the current MacBook Pro overpriced for what it offers. The 13 and 15-inch MBP models are priced only $100 less than Microsoft's Surface Book 2 laptops of the same size with similar specs. But I consider that the Windows laptops while still expensive, offer a computer with better specs than the MacBook Pro where it counts. The Surface Book 2 includes a much better battery life (up to 17 hours vs. MBP's 10 hours) a 10 point multi-touch display, better connections including a full-size SD card reader, and the versatility to be not just a laptop but also a tablet, and portable studio all-in-one.
The Surface Book 2
The Surface Book 2 also has better options for storage, Microsoft offers four storage options for the 13-inch model, and 3 storage options for the 15-inch model which range from a Solid state drive (SSD) 128GB to a roomy 1TB PCIe SSD, and you'll still be under $3,300 while the Apple MacBook Pro will cost you over $4,000 if you choose a drive larger than 512GB.
The Surface Book 2 also features two cameras, a 5.0MP front-facing camera with 1080p HD video and an 8.0MP rear-facing autofocus camera with 1080p Full HD video. In comparison, the MacBook Pro includes a 720p FaceTime HD camera. To be honest, I haven't really used the Surface's rear-facing camera yet, I just haven't found a use case for it, so not sure what advantages exists for having it.
The main advantage
The versatility of the Surface Book 2 is also no joke, I was a bit skeptic of it, but I've been using this laptop for two months now, and the tablet and studio options have been handy for me. When you detach the screen to use as a tablet, you end up with an incredibly light and powerful tablet.
The design is something I wasn't a fan of when I first saw it, but it has grown on me. The hinge adds a bump to the Surface Book 2 profile, but it doesn't bother me. This powerful laptop isn't the thinnest, but it is indeed not the heaviest either. The 13.5-inch model wights 3.38 lbs while the 15-inch model is at 4.2 lbs. In comparison, the new Apple MacBook Pro is at 3.02 lbs for the 13-inch model and 4.02 lbs for the 15-inch model.
Another advantage of the Surface Book 2 is its QWERTY keyboard, it feels good, and it is definitely much better than the MBP's keyboard equipped with the low-profile butterfly switch mechanisms.
The main disadvantage
The most significant disadvantage of the Surface Book 2 is that it falls short in memory options as you can only get up to 16GB while the MacBook Pro is configurable to 32GB of memory. This is important to a lot of people, having the extra memory comes handy when using memory hungry applications while coding or using photography and/or video editor applications.
Apple failed to impress with the release of the new options of their MacBook Pro line earlier this summer. In contrast, Microsoft's Surface Book 2 is already a great laptop, and there are rumors that the Surface Book 3 release might be around the corner. There are good chances that the Surface Book 3 will include a 32GB memory option, and perhaps a better screen resolution if they want to stay ahead of Apple's MacBook Pro line.
Most people who have gotten the Surface Book 2 would agree that Microsoft is changing the game and it's regaining the attention of creators in search of a powerful and capable laptop, while Apple has a hard time keeping up after leaving their line of laptops unattended for so long.
Yup. Microsoft got its mojo back, and there is competition again.
Image credit: By SimonWaldherr [CC BY-SA 4.0 ], from Wikimedia Commons
Posted on September 19, 2018 September 19, 2018 Categories Apple, Hardware, MicrosoftTags macbook pro, surface book 2Leave a comment on Microsoft's Surface Book 2 – The laptop that is what the Macbook Pro should have been
Commentary: Browser wars are here, again.
Remember the competition between Netscape Navigator and IE back in the 90's? Netscape was the first browser I used, I was in college, and while the computers at the library had installed both Netscape and IE, I personally liked the Netscape Navigator better. By 1999, Microsoft's IE had approximately 99% of the market, only four years after its release. By then the original browser wars were ending, Netscape was already in a declining trend, and not even the antitrust charges against Microsoft could stop that. Before the release of Mac OS X, Internet Explorer for Mac and Netscape were also the primary browsers in use on the Macintosh platform. Unable to continue commercially funding their product's development, Netscape responded by open sourcing its product, creating Mozilla. Mozilla struggled to attract developers for a few years, but by 2002 was a relatively large and stable suite of internet software. It was then when Mozilla 1.0 was released as well as a spinoff version of it which later became Firefox. A few years later Microsoft's Internet Explorer reached a peak market share of more than 94%, but it has been declining ever since. Google Chrome was released in 2008, and just a year later it was already gaining popularity, with an increasing but yet tiny market share.
Browser Market Share Worldwide from Jan – Dec 2009
Move forward ten years, and Google Chrome controls now over close to 60% of the browser market share while Microsoft's browsers, IE and Edge have together, less than 10% of market share. Apple's browser, Safari, which was released in 2007 is now the number two browser in the world, with 14.4% of the market share. Safari's market share is probably the result of its iOS devices popularity like the iPhone and iPad.
Browser Market Share Worldwide from Aug 2017 – Aug 2018
Why do I think the browsers wars are here again? Well, Google's Chrome has changed quite a bit and has since lost two of its main advantages, simplicity, and speed. Safari isn't a popular browser, I find many MacOS users prefer Chrome or Firefox to browse the internet while using a MacBook, but the popularity of the iPhone and iPad has helped Apple's Safari obtain and maintain a healthy market share for some years. The reason I'm calling it a browser war is because Mozilla's Firefox has been gaining popularity faster than ever with its most recent releases. Apparently, Mozilla has been paying attention to what most people are complaining about regarding the browsers they use. For example, most people (me included) will complain about Chrome's declining speed and increasing use of memory resources, IE has lost respect amongst pro users, and while Edge is a considerable improvement over IE, it is a fast browser, and it has cool features, it just hasn't gained any significant market share since its release in 2015. Also worth noticing, Chrome continues to be the most popular browser thanks to the Android platform. I feel most people (perhaps non-technical people) don't even know what browser they are using on their phones, they just use whatever their phone/tablet comes with. And this explains, at least in part, the larger market share for Chrome and also Safari as the chart below shows.
Browser Version Market Share Worldwide – August 2018
I personally have switched to Firefox recently, and I am pleased with the results. It is visibly faster, the user interface is cleaner, has some privacy features built in such as tracking protection, and it's just a user-friendly open-source browser that receives regular updates – with the Mozilla Foundation boasting that it uses 30 percent less memory than Chrome –What's not to like?
Posted on September 18, 2018 Categories TechTags browser, Edge, Google Chrome, IELeave a comment on Commentary: Browser wars are here, again.
Should you buy the Apple Watch Series 4?
My first Apple Watch was a gift from my wife, she invited me to lunch for Valentine's and surprised me with a stop at our local Apple store to get me one of these new Apple watches. I got one, the 42mm stainless steel watch with the silver Milanese loop band and I have been using it since then. I wasn't convinced it was a useful device for a while until the software started to get better and also some handy apps came along.
Initially, the Apple Watch wasn't received well, people were mocking it and making fun of Apple for producing such a device (see screenshot below). The truth is that the first edition or Series 0 wasn't ready, they just weren't good enough yet.
Personally, I was impressed by it, I really liked the design and the functionality, yes the series 0 was the thickest, the slowest, and the software was full of bugs, but it was still impressive. For example, the activity and heart rate apps where pretty good since the beginning, and in my opinion, there wasn't anything as good and accurate as the Apple Watch.
Early competition
At the time, a lot of people where buying Fitbits, including myself, but while these devices were convenient and inexpensive, the quality and durability was pretty bad. In contrast, the Apple Watch not only kept track of my steps but it also did a lot more, like checking my heart rate, and it had some useful apps.
A few years have passed since the first Apple Watch was released, its popularity has grown, sales of it have increased, and let's be honest, the new Apple Watch is way better than the first version. The reality is that this watch is for people who love Apple products. The point is, Apple isn't the only company who improved their Smartwatch line and its features, there are new competitors who in my eyes, have built much better products for exercise tracking, with much better battery life, and they also look great.
Garmin, for example, made a smart move by releasing GPS Watches of various price levels and needs. Gamin's GPS Watches are well built and well designed, and in my opinion, they are still the best GPS Watch you can buy today. The battery life in all models of their GPS Watch surpasses that of the Apple Watch, and this is an essential factor for anyone serious about their fitness training.
The new Series 4
The new Series 4 is definitely a good watch and a big improvement over the Series 3. Below is a summary of what's new and how it compares to previous versions.
The Series 4's come in two new sizes, a 40mm case (977 sq mm display area) and a 44mm (759 sq mm display area).
It's also thinner, almost as thin as the Series 0's 10.5mm (if you can remember), the Series 4 is 10.7mm thin while the Series 3 is 11.4mm thin.
It has a faster processor, a 64-bit dual-core S4 processor which makes it up to 2x faster than S3 processor.
The best new feature – in my opinion, an Electrical heart sensor (ECG app), the ECG app is coming later this year.
Second-generation optical heart sensor, Fall detection, and a Digital Crown with haptic feedback.
The new Apple Watch series 4 didn't have an improvement to its battery life when compared to the series 3. By looking at the technical details for the series 3 and 4, the battery hasn't improved much, if any. Watches on both series 3 and 4 have a battery life of up to 18 hours and up to 5 hours with GPS, according to Apple's website.
All-day battery life is based on 18 hours with the following use: 90 time checks, 90 notifications, 45 minutes of app use, and a 30-minute workout with music playback from Apple Watch via Bluetooth, over the course of 18 hours.
In contrast, one of the most popular GPS Watches, the Garmin Fénix 5 Plus has a battery that will last for up to 12 days in smartwatch mode and 8 hours in GPS mode, with music, according to Garmin's website.
Battery performance: up to 12 days in smartwatch mode and 8 hours in GPS mode with music (depending on settings)
When it comes to watches and its use as fitness watches Garmin is winning, and this is why Garmin's line of watches is still a better choice than an Apple watch if you are looking to keep track of your workouts such as running, cycling, and swimming.
Apple did a great improvement to the Apple Watch Series 4, this device seems to be focused not only on fitness but it is now a viable and potentially reliable medical device that can help save lives. The introduction of features like the ECG feature is getting a lot of attention, and I think with reason. Apple's Chief Operating Officer Jeff Williams said it himself
We know this feature is going to save lives.
I agree with that statement, having the ability to monitor not only your heart rate but also having an electrocardiograph right there on your wrist is definitely something amazing.
President of the American Heart Association Dr. Ivor J. Benjamin discusses the benefits of the new Apple Watch Series 4 heart health features.
The ECG feature wasn't the only thing that Apple surprised us with, the new Series 4 will also bring advanced activity and communications features, along with revolutionary health capabilities, including a new accelerometer and gyroscope, which are able to detect hard falls.
The fall detection feature could be useful for anyone, but this seems to be a great way for Apple to tap into a new user base that hasn't paid attention to their Apple Watch in the past.
Should you buy the new Apple Watch Series 4?
If you have any of the previous versions, you will definitely see the benefits of the new version + the two main health-related features. If you are older or are at risk of a heart disease, buying this watch could save your life. With the ECG app (to be released later this year), users touch the Digital Crown and after 30 seconds, receive a heart rhythm classification. It can classify if the heart is beating in a normal pattern or whether there are signs of Atrial Fibrillation (AFib), a heart condition that could lead to major health complications. All recordings, their associated classifications and any noted symptoms are stored in the Health app in a PDF that can be shared with physicians.
Posted on September 12, 2018 September 17, 2018 Categories Apple, TechTags apple watch, series 4Leave a comment on Should you buy the Apple Watch Series 4?


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Music Discovery: March 2017
For the month of March we are stepping in to the Seattle music scene which has a diverse history of music, and it is still going strong. "There is an amazing variety of artists ranging from all styles of music who are captivating the Seattle Music Scene. The publicity may not be as noticeable but the creativity is as strong as ever. With an ever changing landscape of technology and corporations, it is no wonder why the local youth are challenging the establishment with a multitude of genres touching on soul, rock, hip hop and folk," according to Associate Music Supervisor, Ruben Lira. With so many artists to choose from, Ruben as chosen four bands that he says are currently captivating his palate. Plus, our entire music team has made sure our playlist for our March BrandRadio is all new to keep your playlists current for 2017!
Artist: Spirit Award
Facebook: @spiritawardband
Track: Las Vegas
Vintage dreamy indie rock. I love how the songs moves back and forth through different variations of moods both edgy yet ethereal. With the multitude of variations, the song twist through, it always returns to the rhythmic drums and playful retro guitar sounds.
Artist: Great Spiders
Facebook: @greatspiders
Track: Bailey
This song has a quality to it which is hard to sum up into one word. With an intro consisting of the simple strumming of the chords transitioning into hypnotic drums churning the songs to a climax, captivating the listener all the way through. This song, is a story, a journey, which traverses through a winding path through life.
Artist: Smokey Bright's
Facebook: @smokeybrights
Track: Baby Bigshot
With a blues rock vibe harkening back to the glory days of psychedelic blues rock, the song begins with a hypnotic bass line which pushes the song toward its many psychedelic directions. Tantalizing your ears with subtle, mysterious guitar sounds which seem to be encircling the listener while in a dream-like-setting.
Artist: The Dip
Facebook: @thedipmusic
Track: Ready To Go
A seven piece 60s soul revival. This is Seattle Soul. I saw this group at the Timbrr! Winter Festival put on by Artist Home based out of Seattle, this past January. Their performance of this song was mesmerizing. With the entrance of the Hammond organ, and perfectly timed vocals in synch with every part of the song. This one song, took the crowd back to the era of soul with style. This is the quintessential song, to take anyone away from any worries or concerns in life and to just stop, and enjoy life.
About Ruben Lira
Hello my name is Ruben Lira and I am an associate music supervisor for PlayNetwork. I have been in the industry for 14 years.
The desire to learn to play The Kinks, "You Really Got Me," plus picking up my first instrument, had me hooked on music. I soon started playing in bands, and realized I could actually make a living in music. This led me to pursuing my passion. I received my Bachelors in music from The University of Incarnate Word in San Antonio Texas, studying a variety of music, ranging from classical to jazz to world music in the Mediterranean and Middle East. I also studied music therapy for 2 years which allowed me to appreciate all forms of music.
Prior to joining PlayNetwork, I worked all around the music industry—at record labels, music companies, and even writing blogs for Tour Worthy. Most recently, I worked at Knick Knack Records and Sarathan Records.
When I am not procuring and editing music, assisting with client and brand relations, or cataloging music at PlayNetwork, I enjoy playing the guitar, the piano and tutoring a music theory lesson here and there. Honestly, the best part about working with music is that I am able work in a field I truly love, and I get to work with people who are just as passionate about music as I am!

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Indonesia, is one of the investment targets for international investors and banks in infrastructure sector. There is an urgent need for infrastructure development to sustain stable economic growth, serve strong domestic demand and for Indonesia to remain competitive .
The Indonesia power generation market has been segmented to improve user perspective. It is segmented on the basis of the technology used into combined cycle power generation, hydro power generation, geothermal power generation, oil-fired power generation, natural gas-fired power generation, and coal-fired power generation.
In terms of sources, coal is the dominant fuel source for on grid electricity accounting for 40% of total power plant capacity, followed by oil with 29% and gas at 21% with renewables making up just 10% (Indonesia Infrastructure Report 2010).
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That could push up power tariffs. Most of the coal is imported from Indonesia. The price of the low-calorific value coal—4,200 kilocalories/kg grade—largely imported from the southeast Asian nation is estimated around $54 a tonne for July, according to Girish Kadam, vice president and sector head (corporate ratings) at ICRA Ltd.
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The Indonesian Government will gradually stop export of mid- and low-calorific value coal suited for the power sector from the current year, an official of Indonesia's embassy said on Thursday.
Thermal power is the largest source of power in Indonesia.There are different types of thermal power plants based on the fuel used to generate the steam such as coal, gas, diesel etc. About 85% of electricity consumed in Indonesia is generated by thermal power plants.
Overview of Indonesia's Power Sector Power in Indonesia - Investment and Taxation Guide 2013 5 1.1 Indonesia's demand for electricity Indonesia's economy is in a strong position having achieved a GDP growth rate of 6.2% in 2012 with growth for 2013 projected to be 6.8%. Indonesia grew at 6.2% in 2010 and 6.5% in 2011.
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The much-discussed boom in coal-fired power in south-east Asia is being bankrolled by foreign governments and banks, with the vast majority of projects apparently too risky for the private sector.
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• Coal-based power generation sector has seen capacity addition of more than 75 GW over the past five years to reach an installed capacity of 189 GW as of December 2016. Coal continues to dominate the overall capacity and generation mix with 61% and 80% shares respectively.


Originally Published: March 31, 2008 9:50 p.m.
A woman drove her car left of center on Gurley Street at the intersection of Virginia Street, side-swiped a vehicle and ran head-on into a Dodge truck Monday afternoon, Prescott Police said.
"She had unspecified medical conditions, which may have contributed to the accident," a police spokesman said.
"She was coming across the turn lane in the middle and she hit my car, then spun around and hit the truck," said Faye Nelson, of Prescott. "I think I'm OK."
Traffic was down to one lane from Virginia to Washington streets for about 40 minutes.
Life Line Ambulance took the driver to Yavapai County Regional Medical Center with serious injuries.
Two Life Line ambulances, one Prescott Fire Department engine, one Central Yavapai Fire District engine and one battalion chief went to the scene.


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Date: September 25, 2020Author: Andrew Cox 0 Comments
This group of 50 is arguably worse than the last 50, which isn't a great sign. While over half of the last 50 featured albums that I would strongly consider including, this group features less than half of the same sort with a bunch of borderline albums that I would probably leave off.
Over half of this group is comprised of '50s-'80s releases again, but it certainly is way down from previous versions of this list. 23/50 albums here appeared in there 2012 list; that number has slightly increased with each group of 50.
Big picture with genres, big artists:
Jazz – Another classic is here that is way too low — don't expect much on this list.
Electronic – So far, no purely electronic album has been on the list. If you went in hoping for more love for Kraftwerk, Aphex Twin, Boards of Canada, etc., the writing on the wall's not that encouraging.
The Beatles – So far, no Beatles. They had 10 albums with 5 in the top 14 back in 2012. I expect that they get 8 with that same 5 in the top 40 or so.
Miles Davis – So far, no Miles Davis. In a list like this, he should be in contention for the most inclusions at at least 7. He had 3 in 2012, and jazz doesn't seem to be gaining much traction with these voters. At least On the Corner or In a Silent Way should be here, but I don't have much faith.
Brian Eno – So far, no Eno. In 2012, he had two album at #'s 429 & 432. This is an artist that should have five albums on the list, but it's completely up in the air how many will get in and where.
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Ike and Tina Turner – Proud Mary: The Best of Ike and Tina Turner
Robert Johnson – King of the Delta Blues Singers
The Temptations – Anthology
47. Brian Wilson – Smile (2004) — With the original Smile sessions all available to hear in a lovely box set, I don't understand wanting to hear lesser versions of these classics.
46. Billie Eilish – When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019) — Has anyone considered how joyless much of this music is? It was annoying watching it win the Grammy for Album of the Year, but this is egregious.
45. Aerosmith – Rocks (1976) — I thought for sure Rolling Stone had progressed beyond the need to include Aerosmith, but alas, Rocks has made it despite it being mediocre at best.
44. Diana Ross – Diana (1980) — This is an album with two classic singles and absolutely nothing else.
43. Rush – Moving Pictures (1981) — "Tom Sawyer" is lots of fun, but Rush weren't truly capable of appealing to anybody but die-hard prog rock types.
42. Eminem – The Slim Shady LP (1999) — If any artist has to be devalued for problematic lyrics and messaging, it's Eminem. This album's nowhere near good enough to make the rape jokes any fun.
41. My Chemical Romance – The Black Parade (2006) — You can tell the '00 teenagers had a say on this list because MCR have never gotten this level of praise. They're not a bad band, but there's so much out there to consider before I would ever think this needs to be here.
40. Taylor Swift – 1989 (2014) — The first half is an album that needs to be included; the second half is not.
39. Dr. John – Gris Gris (1968) — This album dropped a lot from 2012, but it's just not an album that needs to be included.
38. Ramones – Rocket to Russia (1977) — This album has some of their best work, but it's made inessential by a few lackluster tracks and the fact that there first very-similar album exists.
37. Kelis – Kaleidoscope (1999) — This might be the most surprising inclusion thus far. I included this album in my 200 Best Albums of the 1990s list a couple years ago, but I've never considered it being one of the 500 greatest of all time.
36. Lynyrd Skynyrd – Pronounced Leh-'Nerd Skin-'Nerd (1973) — If you want Lynyrd Skynyrd, this is the one, but wanting to listen to them all that much is the biggest roadblock for me.
35. Green Day – Dookie (1994) — Green Day has made some reprehensible music in my lifetime, making any major praise for them a personal annoyance. Dookie is fine, but I would look elsewhere.
34. Run-DMC – Run-DMC (1984) — Props to Run-DMC for bringing hip-hop to the masses, but their limitations are on full display on the debut.
33. Todd Rundgren – Something/Anything? (1972) — Here's another early-'70s soft rock album that I don't connect with all that well.
32. Big Brother and the Holding Company – Cheap Thrills (1968) — I've never enjoyed Joplin's music all that much because of that classic blues rock I mostly detest. There is some good acid rock experimentation here though but not enough.
31. Drake – If You're Reading This, It's Too Late (2015) — I love Drake, but including this is certainly a bit much. Take Care is probably the only one of his albums deserving of this praise.
30. Luther Vandross – Never Too Much (1981) — If Vandross has to make it, this is the one, and bonus points for being a signature r&b debut.
29. Black Sabbath – Black Sabbath (1970) — Is this a harsh assessment of heavy metal's first album? Their next two albums are clearly better though.
28. The Go-Go's – Beauty and the Beat (1981) — Everything great about the Go-Go's is here, and the album's classic status comes a lot from often being an introduction to pop punk made by women.
27. Big Star – Radio City (1974) — I think this one just pales in comparison to #1 Record and doesn't have the cult status of Third/Sister Lovers.
26. Mariah Carey – The Emancipation of Mimi (2005) — I initially winced at seeing this exactly one spot in front of Surfer Rosa, but for the biggest female pop star of all time, this album acts sorta like a magnum opus. Maybe some more time with it and I would say it's deserving.
25. Talking Heads – More Songs About Buildings and Food (1978) — Nearly every Talking Heads album that isn't Fear of Music and Remain in Light are borderline for this list.
24. Roxy Music – For Your Pleasure (1973) — This gets treated as their undeniable classic, but it has its lackluster moments. I might prefer Avalon overall.
23. Sonic Youth – Goo (1990) — If you had to pick one '90s Sonic Youth for this list, this is probably the one. I would find it hard to include considering the three '80s classics that have to be prioritized.
22. Parliament – Mothership Connection (1975) — I find it interesting that this is the agreed-upon Parliament classic; Funkentelechy vs. the Placebo Syndrome might be better and features "Flash Light."
21. Lil Wayne – Tha Carter II (2005) — At first, I was surprised to see this, but if they're not going to include mixtapes, then this is the definitive Lil Wayne release and certainly his best studio album.
20. Aretha Franklin – Young, Gifted, and Black (1972) — '70s Aretha was still pretty great, and it might be a tossup between this, Spirit in the Dark, and Amazing Grace to be included in the 500.
19. The Cars – The Cars (1978) — From here on out, I would say these albums should definitely be here. This is the best display of Ric Ocasek's unique pop vision.
18. George Harrison – All Things Must Pass (1970) — Unlike McCartney, Harrison got out all of his good solo work immediately.
17. Tame Impala – Currents (2015) — It's still odd seeing albums included that I was illegally streaming before it was actually released. I've grown resigned to the fact that Lonerism will be considered second tier to this album, but it's just as good and should be in the 500.
16. Pixies – Surfer Rosa (1988) — I don't disagree with seeing this one barely in the top 400; it's a couple steps below Doolittle for sure.
15. Tom Waits – Rain Dogs (1985) — This one actually improved from its 2012 placement, which is surprising as Waits feels grouped in with the oddball singer-songwriters that younger generations have no interest in.
14. Yeah Yeah Yeahs – Fever to Tell (2003) — Without "Maps," this album is maybe a forgotten punk gem. With it, it's a classic.
13. X-Ray Spex – Germfree Adolescents (1978) — Punk bands having saxophones in their repertoire can cite this album as a major influence.
12. Massive Attack – Mezzanine (1998) — Massive Attack really had their sound honed in by this album, and it truly is flawless. Blue Lines was their only album on the 2012 list, so we'll see if it makes it.
11. The Raincoats – The Raincoats (1979) — Anybody who loves oddball rock has this album high up on their greatest albums list.
10. The Kinks – The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society (1968) — It's hard to find underrated albums from the highly-touted days of '60s British rock, but this is easily the Kinks' best album and only one deserving of inclusion.
9. Madvillain – Madvillainy (2004) — This might be the definitive stoner alt-hip-hop classic, so I'm glad to see it at all. It should be higher.
8. D'Angelo and the Vanguard – Black Messiah (2014) — Everyone on first listen knew D'Angelo pulled off another classic with this after 14 years of not releasing anything.
7. Neutral Milk Hotel – In the Aeroplane Over the Sea (1998) — If you ask the right people at the right time of day, this could be a lot higher. This album's legacy still doesn't seem set in stone as its detractors are pretty vocal.
6. Funkadelic – One Nation Under a Groove (1978) — This album fell quite a bit and not having it on Spotify might be at fault. This is just George Clinton and the gang at their funniest and most creative.
5. Mobb Deep – The Infamous (1995) — For East Coast hip-hop, this is up there. It's one of the most flawless albums of the '90s and a new inclusion for this list.
4. Radiohead – In Rainbows (2007) — I'm very interested in how Radiohead does on this list because 5 made it in 2012 but with OK Computer outside the top 150. This one's too low and probably confirms Amnesiac not making it at all (I probably wouldn't include it either).
3. Isaac Hayes – Hot Buttered Soul (1969) — If you want Hayes in all his glory, this is the one, and it truly signaled where '70s r&b could go.
2. Charles Mingus – Mingus Ah Um (1959) — This is top 100, no doubt. We've now seen half of the 1959 Mt. Rushmore of jazz classics already; Time Out (not on the 2012 list) and Kind Of Blue (12th) are still left.
1. J Dilla – Donuts (2006) — Look, it's great to see Rolling Stone finally come around to praising this album at all, but this is one of the greatest albums of my lifetime. This is the first album to come up that makes my personal top 50, which each voter provided to make up this list.
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The first quarter of 2017 saw the UK's private sector outsourcing market record its strongest quarterly performance in five years, with businesses agreeing deals worth £2.42 billion according to the Arvato UK Outsourcing Index. The outsourcing model continues to shape private sector strategy, enabling businesses to focus on core areas of expertise amidst a climate of increased competition. Nearly every aspect of business operation is covered – IT, catering, reception, engineering maintenance, cleaning, security, waste management, office space management – the list goes on. There remains, however, one essential component of corporate performance that is generally overlooked: the mailroom.
Despite the proliferation of digital tools, mail remains a critical part of the communication mix. Analysts estimate that mail operations – including the use of courier services – account for around 9% of the budgets of Fortune 500 companies. One would think these figures reason enough to monitor the efficiency and quality of the mail operation, but, in a vast majority of businesses, mail processes continue year-on-year without attracting the strategic analysis afforded to other parts of the organisation.
Delve a little further into the UK's outsourcing figures and the numbers reveal a significant spend on services related to improving the customer experience – with these contracts alone worth £437 million in Q1. Here, the spend centres on customer-focused services such as call centres and IT for web development and online response services. It generally isn't focused on mail. This is an oversight. When the make-up of business mail is considered – whether transactional invoices and statements, marketing communications, contracts and more – there is no room for error in delivering such communications. Forgetting about the mail operation is causing businesses to run with higher fixed overheads and increased costs – with antiquated technology and poor efficiency.
At a time when many businesses are consolidating premises and sharing facilities the mail function remains a dysfunctional anomaly. These legacy mailrooms are a long-way removed from the sustainable, sleek, smart-working environments that are the vision of many business leaders today. The time is right to seek impartial, expert advice in order to bring mail operations up-to-speed with modern business thinking.
Of course, cost-savings will always be a priority and the best partners will understand the correct delivery model for the specific volume, type and destination of mail – but this is more than a cost-saving exercise. Expert partners will act as consultants across the entire mail operation – looking at delivery processes but also at the make-up of the mail facility itself, its footprint within the business and the way staff interact with the facility.


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Demolition of Beaumaris "eyesore" social club moves a step closer
Anglesey councillors back apartment plan for Beaumaris "eyesore" social club site
By Terry Canty
The Long derelict former Beaumaris Social Club, Beaumaris, viewed across the narrow Steeple Lane in March 2012. Must credit: Jaggery, www.geograph.org.uk
A long term "eyesore" is a step closer to being knocked down and replaced by affordable housing.
Beaumaris' derelict sports and social club has been a cause of concern for community leaders for several years, described as "unsafe" and "detrimental to the image of the town".
But meeting on Wednesday, members of Anglesey Council's Planning Committee approved a plan put forward by its housing department to demolish the site in order to make way for six one bedroom apartments.
The facility on on Steeple Lane, Beaumaris has lain empty for several years, leading to calls from Beaumaris Town Council in 2011 for the local authority to step in and secure the building.
Such concerns were accelerated after reports of youths entering the former club and vandalising the property, but efforts to find a resolution were frustrated while the county council was experiencing "difficulties in identifying its ownership."
When submitting the application in November, the authority described the building as "fast approaching a state of disrepair" and "rapidly becoming an eyesore that can be seen from various surrounding buildings."
Its expected, now that planning permission is in place, that an application will be made in due course for the council Executive to authorise such action to be taken.
The possibility of acquiring a compulsory purchase order was not ruled out in order to carry out the work, which will see the demolition of the existing dilapidated building and clearing the remainder of the overgrown site to build the new three- storey building.
Eventually, the authority plans to rent out the apartments to those primarily with a local connection to Beaumaris but possibly extended to the wider Seiriol ward.
"IoACC see this to be an opportunity to add to their social housing stock which not only contributes to answering the housing need within the area but also secures a viable future use for the site, the existing building on which is quickly becoming dilapidated and is therefore in a potentially dangerous state of disrepair."
A spokesperson added, "The scheme will be an intermediate rental option for local people who are not in a position to buy a home for various reasons, such as insufficient deposit or a poor credit history.
"It will be aimed at people in employment and not totally dependent on benefits and the rent will be based on a Local Housing Allowance or 80% of the open market rents."
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Conflicting Reports Over Mercedes Mone [Sasha Banks] Signing With AEW
By James Holder. Published 5th January 2023.
Mercedes Mone made her NJPW debut at Wrestle Kingdom 17 but that has done little to calm speculation over her future.
During her appearance on January 4th the star laid down a challenge to NJPW Women's Champion KAIRI. This led to an announcement that the pair will meet at Battle In The Valley on February 18th in San Jose. However, there had also been speculation that the star would be heading to AEW.
Is Mercedes Mone Still Going To AEW?
This speculation centred around Mone being Saraya's mystery tag team partner when she takes on Jamie Hayter and Britt Baker on the January 11th edition of Dynamite. Prior to the star appearing in Japan it was reported that some in AEW were expecting her to come in and partner Saraya. This was followed by a further report from Steven Muehlhausen that the former Sasha Banks will be appearing on Dynamite.
"Sources: Mercedes Varnado will be Saraya's partner next week in #AEWDynamite in LA against Britt Baker and Jamie Hayter. Couldn't announce or make a major hint due to her being still under contract to WWE until the beginning of 2023."
However, on the January 4th episode of AEW Dynamite Saraya announced that her partner will be Toni Storm. It has also been reported by Dave Meltzer on Wrestling Observer Radio that Mone will not be involved on the show.
"She is not in Los Angeles. She is not coming to AEW. I don't think she wants to make that commitment. Because if she goes to AEW it's a long commitment."
Bryan Alvarez noted that during the segment announcing Storm, Britt Baker said "I'm the Boss," seemingly a reference to Mone's WWE nickname. He added that nobody in AEW has denied that the star will be debuting on January 11th.
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Meltzer replied : "I've heard denials from AEW people in the match. They knew that it was really screwed. That's why they had to announce somebody this week because they knew it was really screwed because everybody was thinking that it was her and it wasn't her."
Alvarez: "If that's the case, I'm wondering why the line was in there about 'I'm the boss.' Because what it has achieved is now people are still thinking she's going to be there because of that boss line. So what I thought was, maybe she is going to debut next week but she's not allowed to wrestle until after the Battle in the Valley, like her first match is gonna be for New Japan…if New Japan signed her they are gonna want her last match. Is it possible that she is coming in but she is not wrestling next week, obviously?"
Meltzer also claimed that WWE are "strongly under the impression" that Mercedes Mone will return to the company.
"I also know from WWE that they are very strongly under the impression that she will not wrestle for AEW…They think that she's coming back at some point and she'll get this out of her system [and] she'll do her New Japan matches. She's only contracted for a couple of matches…"
Mercedes Mone hasn't wrestled since competing at a WWE live event on May 15th, 2022. The star and her tag team partner Naomi walked out of a Monday Night Raw taping and out of the company just 24-hours later.
H/t to WrestlingNewsCo


After several years of work, now no one in the city goes more than 10 days without a permanent place to live. The mayor — who began as a skeptic — explains how they did it.
Medicine Hat, a city in southern Alberta, pledged in 2009 to put an end to homelessness. Now they say they've fulfilled their promise.
No one in the city spends more than 10 days in an emergency shelter or on the streets. If you've got no place to go, they'll simply provide you with housing.
"We're pretty much able to meet that standard today. Even quicker, actually, sometimes," Mayor Ted Clugston tells As It Happens host Carol Off.
Housing is tight in Medicine Hat. Frequent flooding in the past few years didn't help matters. With money chipped in by the province, the city built many new homes.
Clugston admits that when the project began in 2009, when he was an alderman, he was an active opponent of the plan.
"I even said some dumb things like, 'Why should they have granite countertops when I don't,'" he says. "However, I've come around to realize that this makes financial sense."
Clugston says that it costs about $20,000 a year to house someone. If they're on the street, it can cost up to $100,000 a year.
"This is the cheapest and the most humane way to treat people," he says.
"Housing First puts everything on its head. It used to be, 'You want a home, get off the drugs or deal with your mental health issues,'" Clugston says. "If you're addicted to drugs, it's going to be pretty hard to get off them, if you're sleeping under a park bench."
And the strategy has worked. In Medicine Hat, emergency room visits and interactions with police have dropped. But there was one change that initially surprised Clugston — court appearances went up.
"They end up dealing with their past, atoning for their sins," he says.
Clugston believes that no one on the streets is unreachable.
He says city staff found housing for one man, but he insisted on leaving to sleep under cars. Day after day, they'd search him out and take him back to his new home.
"They did it 75 times, but they had the patience and they didn't give up on him and, eventually, he ended up staying in the house," he says. "Ultimately, people do want a roof over their heads."


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2020 Mercedes-Benz EQC specs revealed (Updated)
Eric C. Evarts September 4, 2018 Comment Now!
Mercedes-Benz released initial specs of its newest electric car, the EQC crossover SUV, Tuesday in Stockholm.
Mercedes estimates that the EQC will offer about 279 miles of range when it goes on sale in the U.S. next year. That compares to the Jaguar I-Pace's estimated range of 240 miles and the Tesla Model X's EPA-rated range of up to 289 miles.
The EQC's 80-kwh lithium-ion battery sits under the floor between front and rear sub-frames.
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The EQC will use two electric motors—one at each axle—to develop a total of 402 horsepower and 564 pound-feet of torque. The front motor provides power at low to medium demand and has better efficiency than the more powerful rear motor.
The rear motor is designed for sporty driving to give the EQC a rear-wheel torque bias when the driver digs deeper into the accelerator.
Mercedes estimates acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in about 5 seconds.
2020 Mercedes-Benz EQC
Drivers can select regenerative braking strength using two "shift" paddles on the back of the steering wheel.
To optimize the trade-off between range and power, EQC drivers can select among five different drive modes, Comfort, Eco, Max Range, Sport, and Individual which allows the driver to customize power and braking-regen settings in the car's 10.3-inch infotainment touchscreen. A second, identical screen displays instrument readings behind the steering wheel.
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In Eco and Max Range modes, haptic feedback in the accelerator pedal encourages the driver to lift off to save energy when the car passes into a lower speed limit, for example. It uses navigation data along with traffic sign recognition and forward collision cameras and sensors as system inputs.
A dedicated electric-vehicle-specific navigation system can plan routes via available charging stations and respond to voice commands such as, "Where's my next charging point?"
The EQC will sit on the same 113-inch wheelbase as Mercedes's mid-size GLC 300 crossover SUV, but will be about 4 inches longer at 187.4 inches.
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A CCS Combo DC fast-charge port will handle up to 110 kw, which Mercedes says should charge the battery to 80 percent in about 40 minutes.
Mercedes has not released charge times on standard 240-volt Level 2 chargers, but the EQC includes a 7.4-kw onboard charger that should be able to provide a complete charge overnight.
The company has not said how much the EQC will cost when it goes on sale, but it lists the Jaguar I-Pace as a main competitor. The I-Pace starts at about $70,000.
The Mercedes-Benz EQC is not expected to arrive at U.S. dealerships until 2020, but Mercedes is already taking orders for the car in Norway for 2019 delivery.
Update: This article has been udpated with a new range estimate from Mercedes-Benz for U.S. models.
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Governor Patterson Memorial State Recreation Site features picnic areas, bathrooms, a hiking trail, and a beach that stretches on for miles. Many visitors enjoy whale watching, wading, sunbathing, and fishing. Make sure you are at the beach in the evening so that you don't miss the spectacular sunset. If you are planning to stay in town for more than one day, you should make sure to check out the Alsea Bay Marina and Robinson Park. Crabbing is a popular activity at the marina, and you are likely to catch sight of the seals that frequent Waldport's beaches. You can also stop by the WHS Kayak Shack if you are interested in seeing the town from the water. The guides who work at the Kayak Shack are all entrepreneurship students at Waldport High School. The Beachside State Recreation Site Campground is a good option if you want to camp in town; if you are heading to nearby Yachats, you could also stay at the Tillicum Beach Campground.
Governor Isaac L. Patterson lived from 1859 to 1929 and held several jobs before landing the position of governor, including co-owner of a grocery store, businessman, farmer, senator, and campaign chairman for Calvin Coolidge. He also served as collector of customs in the Portland for eight years as a result of appointments by President William McKinley and President Theodore Roosevelt. During his term as governor he attempted to reinstate income tax in Oregon in an attempt to reduce property tax. His other political endeavors included giving the state board of control full responsibility for the state penitentiary and ensuring that new highways were built throughout the state. He was passionate about preserving beautiful natural areas and creating new parks. Just before his unexpected death from pneumonia, he instated Oregon's Park Commission. Two years later, his widow, Mary E. Patterson, sold part of the land that now comprises the Governor Patterson Memorial State Recreation Site.


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Широ́тна зона́льність — закономірна зміна фізико-географічних процесів, компонентів і природних комплексів  геосистем від екватора до полюсів.

Первинна причина зональності — нерівномірний розподіл сонячної енергії по широті внаслідок кулястої форми Землі і зміни кута падіння сонячних променів на земну поверхню. Крім того, широтна зональність залежить і від відстані до Сонця, а маса Землі впливає на здатність утримувати атмосферу, яка служить трансформатором і перерозподілювачем енергії.

Велике значення має нахил осі до площини екліптики, від цього залежить нерівномірність надходження сонячного тепла по сезонах, а добове обертання планети зумовлює відхилення повітряних мас. Результатом відмінності у розподілі променистої енергії Сонця є зональний радіаційний баланс земної поверхні. Нерівномірність надходження тепла впливає на розташування повітряних мас,кругообіг і циркуляцію атмосфери.

Зональність виражається не тільки в середньорічній кількості тепла і вологи, а й у сезонних змінах. Кліматична зональність відбивається на стоці і гідрологічному режимі, утворенні кори вивітрювання, заболочуванні. Суттєво впливає на органічний світ, специфічні форми рельєфу. Однорідний склад і велика рухливість повітря згладжують зональні відмінності з висотою.

У кожній півкулі виділяють по 7 циркуляційних зон.

Значне простягання європейської суші з півночі на південь і наявність великих рівнинних просторів зумовили чіткий прояв тут широтної зональності. Природні зони Європи остаточно сформувалися лише кілька десятків тисяч років тому, після останнього зледеніння. Порівняно молодими за віком є зони тундри і лісотундри, лісостепу та степу.

Природні зони Європи неоднорідні. Західні та східні частини (сектори) кожної з природних зон помітно відрізняються через неоднакове їх зволоження.

Природні зони щільно заселеної території Європи суттєво змінені діяльністю людини внаслідок розорювання земель, вирубування або відновлення лісів, осушення боліт, видобутку корисних копалин тощо. Особливо змінилася її первинна флора і фауна.

Зона арктичних пустель охоплює архіпелаг Шпіцберген, частину Нової Землі і інші острови Арктики. Більшість островів майже повністю покриті льодовиками. Західна частина Шпіцбергена відчуває дихання відгалуження теплого Північноатлантичного течії. Клімат тут менш суворий, ніж на сході архіпелагу, і тому на узбережжі виникла найпівнічніша на Землі ділянка тундри. З приходом весни сюди прилітає багато птахів. На островах водяться блакитні песці. Іноді заходить господар льодів — білий ведмідь. Біля берегів зустрічаються тюлені. Незважаючи на суворі природні умови на Шпіцбергені видобувають кам'яне вугілля.

Зона тундри і лісотундри займає північне узбережжя Східноєвропейської рівнини, Скандинавського півострова і частина острова Ісландія. На заході Європи тундра формується в умовах м'якого морського клімату. Тут не буває суворих зим, тому подекуди можна побачити рідколісся і криволісся. На сході європейської тундри, в умовах більш континентального клімату, на тундрово-глейових ґрунтах ростуть мохи та лишайники, зрідка зустрічаються різнотрав'я і чагарникові станики.

У період полярного дня тундра покривається мальовничим килимом рослин. Першими з'являються з-під снігу мохи, лишайники, а пізніше розцвітають і полярні квіти; незабудки, маки, гвоздики. Потім розпускається листя на карликової берези і полярної верби. Висота їх настільки мала, що про них кажуть: «Ходимо по лісі, а лісу не бачимо». Тваринний світ тундри не багатий видами, але кількість тварин значна.

Південніше зони тундри і лісотундри розташовані лісові природні комплекси, які займають найбільшу площу в помірному поясі. З півночі на південь тут послідовно змінюють одна одну зони тайги, змішаних і широколистяних лісів.

Див. також
 Азональність
 Висотна поясність
 Геопростір
 Життя

Література
 Мильков Ф. Н., Гвоздецкий Н. А. Физическая география СССР. — М.: Высш. шк., 1986. — Ч. 1.

Природні зони

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Undocumented immigrants are persons who have traveled to the United States and do not have the proper documents, such as a travel visa, passport, green card, or other important papers. This is also known as "illegal immigration," and can often pose a major problem for the foreign alien. U.S. immigration laws are very strict, and violations of documentation requirements can lead to various consequences for the immigrant.
What Are the Consequences of Illegal Immigration?
Immediate removal from the country (deportation).
Not being allowed to re-enter the U.S. until a certain amount of time has passed (such as 5 years after the removal).
In some cases, criminal consequences can result, especially if the person is also being implicated in criminal charges.
In addition, harboring a known undocumented immigrant, or hiring illegal immigrants can also lead to legal consequences. This is especially a concern for employers, who may face fines, a loss of business license, and other consequences for knowingly employing an undocumented immigrant.
Are All Undocumented Immigrants Subject to Immediate Removal?
Not necessarily. While most undocumented immigrants will be subject to immediate removal upon discovery of their illegal status, some illegal immigrants may be granted amnesty. This is similar to a pardon and is generally granted to persons who originally entered the U.S. for political asylum purposes. However, eligibility for amnesty is very limited, and often requires that the person had been staying in the U.S. continually for many years.
Do I Need a Lawyer for Help with Immigration Documentation?
Immigration laws are strictly enforced, and violations can lead to very serious measures. You may need to hire an immigration lawyer if you or a loved one has any questions or concerns regarding immigration documentation. Your attorney can provide you with the legal advice and guidance to ensure that your documentation is valid and updated. Also, your lawyer can represent you in case you need to attend an interview or an immigration hearing.


In their efforts to tackle climate change, Friends are finding new common ground with other faith groups.
From campaigning against slavery in the 18th century to taking on the arms trade in the 21st, Quakers have a history of working alongside other faith groups for a more just and peaceful world.
We also have a long-standing commitment to living sustainably, reaffirmed in 2011 when Yearly Meeting Gathering called on Quakers to act in new ways to support climate justice. Today, Quakers are connecting with people from other faiths who share a spiritual concern for the Earth. Here are three of the approaches different Quakers are employing.
In the run-up to the 2015 Climate Change Summit in Paris, Quakers in Birmingham joined other faith groups in a 'Walk of Witness' through their city, urging world leaders to take decisive action on the environment.
"From this came an enormous swelling of support, with informal interfaith groups continuing to work together," says Chris Martin of Cotteridge meeting. "In response, we set up the Footsteps project. We have links with the six main faith groups in Birmingham and explore the challenge of moving to a low-carbon future. By working together we can take the faith perspective into more secular areas, for example by speaking at Aston University's Go Green Week.
"We are all unpaid volunteers – many aged 70-plus – and younger people have jobs, so it is a big ask for them to help run a conference," Chris explains. They also run a week-long interactive education programme called Small Footsteps, where 8–14 year-olds explore various environmental topics in a faith context. "We have built quite a large team of volunteers who are then drawn into other Footsteps projects," says Chris. "In five years' time, we aim to be seen as a public force for good in building a sustainable future."
Quakers in Merseyside are also learning more living sustainably by taking part in EcoChurches. By completing a survey and taking practical steps to care for the planet, such as using eco-friendly products, churches gain Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards.
"It's an excellent thing to do and so easy," says Alan Vernon of Heswall meeting. "It only needs two or three people to be interested, download the survey and see how well you can answer it. It covers all aspects of sustainability, and as Quakers it ties in 100% with the Canterbury Commitment." By making their meeting house more environmentally-friendly, Heswall hope to collect the silver award in a few months' time.
"We've also started to do more to get other churches involved," explains Alan. "The local Churches Together in England meets at our meeting house, so we're able to tell others how EcoChurches is such a joyful and spiritually enriching ecumenical project to take part in, and that it uses language that churches are familiar with. We also meet representatives from other churches to share ideas and good practice."
Meanwhile, Quakers in Lancashire are taking direct action as a spiritual act of witness against gas fracturing – 'fracking' – in their local area. Encouraged by the Meeting for Sufferings statement against fracking, Cliodhna Mulhern of Lancaster Meeting has joined Quakers and other spiritual activists for monthly vigils outside the gates of the Preston New Road fracking site.
This has developed into the No Faith in Fracking project. During a week of faith-based direct action, members of the Catholic, Buddhist and Druid communities joined Friends in protesting fracking.
"We've also connected with many non-faith, civil society groups," says Cliodhna. "Working alongside people whose style of protest is sometimes more confrontational, we brought a quiet, reflective and joyful presence to the site. People liked that. I think we were all surprised at the power of spiritual witness, disturbing the peace with our silence."
There are many different ways to connect with other faith bodies on climate justice. If you would like more information about how to connect with other churches and faiths in your local area to campaign for climate justice, contact our Economics, Sustainability and Peace team using the link below.
Emily is an intern at Quakers in Britain. Her work involves supporting the Recording Clerk's office.
Inspiring leadership, new growth and astonishing arrays of cake – Juliet Prager shares her experiences of visiting Quaker meetings across the country.


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Guest Post: Rep. Marvin Nelson Sheds Light on State Auditor's Situation
District 9 State Representative Marvin Nelson (Photo via Facebook)
The following article was published with the permission of its author, Rep. Marvin Nelson (D – District 9).
It was originally posted to Rep. Nelson's Facebook page earlier today.
The fight over the Auditor's office has been in the news constantly since the legislative session. I have served on the Audit and Fiscal Review committee for four sessions and I've been impressed by the Auditor. He has even informed the Audit and Fiscal Review Committee about "tips" he has received about things that, if true, would be improper. Informing the committee has certainly increased from previous years. It seems not everyone has been happy.
The problems with the Auditor's budget began with the Governor's budgeting process. Almost all agencies were supposed to come in with a proposal for the same level of cuts without regard to the state's financial situation nor the effects on that agency. Very small agencies and those with large amounts of federal funding were treated differently, but it was by and large a one size fits all process. The Auditor had to come in with proposed cuts when cutting really didn't make sense or shrink government, cuts just removed oversight and likely would increase government waste over time.
The Governor's budget eliminated two positions, one state and one local auditor in the eastern part of the state and added two local government auditors in Bismarck from special funds. It also underfunded salaries by a significant amount, about ¾ million.
I should note that agencies are not charged for audits of general funds but they are for special funds. They are also not charged for performance audits. Local subdivisions are charged, but according to what people say it is about half of what they end up paying for private auditors. Not long ago the Auditor's office did almost all subdivision audits but that was ended under a previous administration. Some don't seem to like the Auditor doing local audits, they seem to see it as competing with the private sector. An example where shrinking government costs taxpayers.
An audit of special funds found several agencies were paying those fees with general fund dollars. This is consistent with a pattern the audit found where agencies were spending general funds and sitting on special funds. The audit revealed the state had no real policy concerning the accumulation or use of special funds.
So right from the start, the Governor's budget would have largely eliminated this type of useful information. While the Governor's budget isn't the starting point anymore for bills, it is present in the Appropriations Committee in what is called the green sheet and seems to have exerted a lot of influence.
The bill started in the Senate and they added positions but still did the proposed underfunding. The House eliminated the underfunding but followed the Governor's proposal to eliminate two positions and add two local government positions in Bismarck. In all cases, I believe performance audits were going to be eliminated or at least extremely limited due to a lack of personnel or resources to do them. I voted against the bill the first time it passed the House.
A lot of hallway discussions on the Auditor's budget took place.
In conference committee, the two positions were added back but the now famous clause requiring approval by the Audit and Fiscal Review Committee was added. This was in my opinion a big step up from the previous versions even with the encroachment on the executive powers of the Auditor. At least any prevention of audits required a public vote such as when the committee stopped the audit of the university development foundations a biennium ago.
Changes in policy are supposed to happen in policy committees, but that didn't happen in this case, and conference committees are supposed to limit themselves to areas of disagreement between the two versions of the bill, but that didn't really happen either. While the limiting of performance audits was in all previous versions, the clause made it more obvious.
I was expecting a line item veto, after all the Governor had vetoed and gone to court over the use of the Budget section between sessions in an executive capacity, and this used a different committee as an executive, but that didn't happen. Seems like about the first place the Governor and Legislature cooperated was in limiting the Auditor. So now they are talking a special session.
The green sheet for the Auditor's budget.
Editorial Note: For full disclosure, Rep. Nelson ultimately voted in favor of SB 2004— after being the lone vote against it the first time it came through the House. Publication of this article is obviously not an endorsement of the final vote. But we felt that his explanation of developments regarding the bill provided valuable insight into the overall situation regarding the State Auditor.
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Q: JavaScript: using Flattr API. how to wait until API is loaded? I'm trying to use the Flattr JavaScript API. I included the loading code as described.
But FlattrLoader.setup() does not work. I am getting the exception ReferenceError: FlattrLoader is not defined.
I tried both
<script type="text/javascript">
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and
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That is strange because in the load.js from the API, I see var FlattrLoader = { ... }.
I use Chrome. From its Developer Tools, it seems that the load.js gets loaded (at least it lists it there).
Maybe I must do some extra handling that it waits with the execution until the load.js is really loaded? The only explanation why it fails is that the site-loading itself is finished
before load.js can be loaded. How would such extra handling look like?

A: My current solution:
function loadFlattr() {
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Is there any better solution?

A: since this is an old thread, I don't know if you've fixed this, but you should check out the current version of the documentation. The code is a lot easier and also async now
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Italy Shall Overcome – Rest Azzurred
Jamie Shaw
'imbarazzare' (embarrassing) 'una baraonda' (a shambles) 'disonorare' (disgrace); just some of the words used to describe Italy's world cup performance.
Aside from the collapse of 2006 finalists France; the defending champions' failure to even get out of their group was undoubtedly the shock of the summer. The pessimistic Azzurri followers claimed that the writing was already on the wall without a ball being kicked and it seems they were right, as their bunch of pretenders crashed out at the first hurdle for the first time since 1974, without a win to their name.
The Italians could be forgiven for their sluggish showing in their two friendlys leading up to the tournament; going down 2-1 to in-form Mexico, before grinding out a 2-2 draw with the Swiss in Geneva, despite having to do without key players including Andrea Pirlo and Mauro Camoranesi. The pressure was soon heaped on the national team, especially veteran manager Marcello Lippi, with both the press and supporters calling for his resignation.
The Lippi 'master plan' seemed to be to stick to with the loyal (but ageing) heroes from 2006 and hope it would fall into place, but with a tournament consisting of largely young squads; it soon became apparent this had backfired. Their opening game on paper looked the most difficult of the three. The performance against Paraguay was cagier than the flare play the Italians are famous for. The driving rain in Cape Town proved an omen for the Azzurri, who fell behind courtesy of an Alcaraz header on the stroke of half time. Arguably the major blow was struck in the second half; Buffon, struggling with a persistent back injury, couldn't continue and would play no further part in the tournament. Despite the set back, Italy forced a draw, as the ball fell for De Rossi to fire home from close range as a result of a goalkeeping howler.
A draw against the South Americans in their toughest fixture on paper seemed like, and indeed was, a decent start to the tournament, considering their next two so called 'winnable' games. However, their campaign started to unravel in the game against New Zealand when they only managed a draw despite being the better team and enjoying the lion's share of the possession. Immediately on the back foot, they conceded again from a set piece. Italy quickly began to build up the pressure and in the 29th minute won a penalty, which Iaquinta converted to equalise. However, the floodgates failed to open and Italy's lack of creative players became telling as the game wore on. A second successive 1-1 draw meant that their final game against Slovakia would turn out to be make or break.
The defensive shackles were removed sharpish, as Lippi and his men knew too well only a win would be good enough to reach the next round. But for the third successive game, they fell behind. A sloppy pass from De Rossi fell to the feet of Robert Vittek who neatly finished past the advancing goalkeeper. It became clear as the game progressed that it wasn't to be for Italy; first a Quagliarella shot was blocked on the line by Martin Skrtel, then Vittek converted his second to all but condem Italy to defeat. There was to be a late rally from the champions though, as Di Natale reduced the deficit moments later. However in a bid to find an equaliser, Italy were caught short at the back, allowing Kopunek to nip in and lob Marchetti. They did though save the best till last, Quagliarella finding the net with an outrageous chip from the edge of the box.
The finger of blame has been pointed in a number of directions in what has become an inquest into a disastrous failure for Italian football. It is plain for all to see that the main problems lie with their own abysmal defending and lack of creativity. The stats tell all you need to know. Five goals conceded from only six shots on target. This doesn't say much for the standard of their goalkeeping, but careless defensive lapses were just as much to blame and there was nobody at the other end capable of troubling defences. This world cup has proved to be the last for a number of Italian players, notably Cannavaro, Gattusso and Zambrotta; meaning that younger and more creative players could be handed a chance in future years, for now, the task of restoring faith and pride back into the once unstoppable footballing nation begins.
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Bruce es una villa ubicada en el condado de Rusk en el estado estadounidense de Wisconsin. En el Censo de 2010 tenía una población de 779 habitantes y una densidad poblacional de 125,9 personas por km².

Geografía
Bruce se encuentra ubicada en las coordenadas . Según la Oficina del Censo de los Estados Unidos, Bruce tiene una superficie total de 6.19 km², de la cual 6.06 km² corresponden a tierra firme y (2.09%) 0.13 km² es agua.

Demografía
Según el censo de 2010, había 779 personas residiendo en Bruce. La densidad de población era de 125,9 hab./km². De los 779 habitantes, Bruce estaba compuesto por el 99.1% blancos, el 0% eran afroamericanos, el 0% eran amerindios, el 0% eran asiáticos, el 0% eran isleños del Pacífico, el 0% eran de otras razas y el 0.9% pertenecían a dos o más razas. Del total de la población el 1.03% eran hispanos o latinos de cualquier raza.

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My ego is always fighting for its life. I believe there's something I have to contribute – something I am to be a conduit for – I just don't know what it is.
Does this feeling inspire you or is it a burden?


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Art Pope
Looks like we're keeping good company
We will never be intimidated by right-wing bullies in our efforts to improve the lives of working families in North Carolina, and thanks to Civitas hard work, we find ourselves in good company.
Art Pope pickets aim to expose the "Poverty Creator"
Many people who shop at Roses and Maxway stores have no idea how the man who owns those stores spends his money to keep people poor. We're going to change that.
Special event: Free "Citizen Koch" screening in Durham (6/30)
We want to invite you to an advance screening of Citizen Koch, Art Pope's brothers by another mother.
The Art Pope-backed plan to rig all future elections
What does over $100,000 buy you? If you're Art Pope, it buys you a state Senator and a bevy of bills to restrict ballot access and make it even easier to buy elections.
Pay to Play Pat gets his own website
Pat McCrory has been governor of North Carolina for one week, but he has managed to break his promise to clean up Raleigh and keep special interests out of state government, says Progress NC, which has launched a website – www.paytoplaypat.com – to keep score on McCrory's selling out of North Carolina.
Art Pope crowned 'Shadow Governor' of North Carolina
While Pat McCrory privately took the Governor's oath of office behind closed doors, locked inside the State Capitol away from the public, McCrory's Puppet Master was sworn in at a public ceremony as North Carolina's new Shadow Governor and the state's real chief executive.
The coronation of Shadow Governor Art Pope
McCrory's Puppet Master will be sworn in at a public ceremony as North Carolina's new Shadow Governor and the state's real chief executive at a 'coronation' on Saturday.
Guide to Big Money influencing North Carolina elections
Want to know where all the big corporate cash flooding North Carolina elections will be coming from in 2012? Facing South, a publication from our friends at the Institute for Southern Studies, has some answers.
Art Pope's money pays to bring extremist messengers to Raleigh
The Art Pope money machine is paying to bring a host of right-wing extremists to speak at this year's Civitas-organized Conservative Leadership Conference in Raleigh. Join us at noon on Saturday, March 3 to welcome the delegates.
"Out of Control in Raleigh" tour exposes extremist agenda
North Carolina's legislature is out of control, and it's time to speak out and push back. Join us at a public forum about how these hard-line conservatives are turning back the clock, who's bankrolling their agenda, and what it means for our lives.
Art Pope to face his foes in radio show debates starting Sunday (1/15)
This Sunday, January 15 at 3pm, Art Pope, the most dangerous man in North Carolina politics, will debate Chris Kromm, the executive director of the Institute for Southern Studies, creators of the website www.ArtPopeExposed.com.
First Art Pope teach-in draws a crowd
A crowd of about 100 people turned up for the first teach-in about Art Pope, organized by Democracy NC and the NC State AFL-CIO, and more than 300 people watched the live stream online on Dec. 13.
Come to the Art Pope teach-in Dec 13 in Raleigh (or watch it online!)
North Carolina's most powerful power broker, his well-funded political network, and his dangerous agenda for North Carolina will be the subject of a community teach-in December 13 in Raleigh.
Art Pope Will Be Exposed at Community Teach-In (12/13)
Learn about one of North Carolina's most powerful power broker, his well-funded political network, and his dangerous agenda for North Carolina.
Introducing the Other 99%
Inspired by the We Are the 99 Percent blog on Tumblr on which people post pictures of themselves and their often-heart-wrenching stories, some folks at Occupy Wall Street put together this video that seeks to answer the question, "Am I a member of the 99%?"