Alexandro
@Alexandro
432 posts
Joined on 26 Mar 2018
Alexandro
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almost 5 years ago
It's Been A Great Recession For A Few; Let's Do It All Again!
It's Been A Great Recession For A Few; Let's Do It All Again!Rather than the longest expansion in US history, we've been enduring the longest recession in US history ever since the dot-com bust.The government (and the Fed) love to cook the books. They do it under the guis...continued
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almost 5 years ago
Trump tells congressowomen to 'go back' to the 'crime infested places from which they came'
Trump tells congresswomen to 'go back' to counties they came fromPresident Donald Trump was criticized Sunday after he posted tweets his opponents derided as xenophobic and racist for calling on an unspecified group of Democratic congresswomen to "go back" to the counties...continued
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almost 5 years ago
Rihanna’s Harper’s Bazaar China Cover Sparks Debate Over Cultural Appropriation
Rihanna’s Harper’s Bazaar China Cover Sparks Debate Over Cultural AppropriationAn upcoming issue of the Chinese edition of Harper’s Bazaar features Rihanna, and the cover photo of the “Diamonds” singer is generating controversy.In the some photos from the issue, which bot...continued
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almost 5 years ago
Wimbledon 2019: All the work’s done, says Roger Federer ahead of final with Novak Djokovic
Wimbledon 2019: All the work’s done, says Roger Federer ahead of final with Novak DjokovicAs Roger Federer prepares to take on Novak Djokovic in Sunday’s Wimbledon final, he knows there is little he can do now to improve his chances of winning a 21st Grand Slam title — al...continued
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almost 5 years ago
RIP Fernando “Corby” Corbató, inventor of the password (1926-2019)
RIP Fernando “Corby” Corbató, inventor of the password (1926-2019)Last Friday, legendary MIT computer scientist Fernando “Corby” Corbató passed away at his home in Newton, Massachusetts. He was 93.The Oakland-born researcher was responsible for several pivotal advances in...continued
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almost 5 years ago
mailbox | Are you worried about climate change?
letter topic: Are you worried about climate change? season: summer year: 2019I’ve been a follower of your work since the late 1990s. Your optimism has always been a breath of fresh air. Unfortunately, while you’ve eloquently explained the principal of accelerating returns...continued
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almost 5 years ago
‘The Lion King’ Review: You Should Probably Just Revisit the Original Movie
Rent the Original Instead – /FilmCriticism is not consumer reporting, despite what some may tell you. If it was, this review ofThe Lion King would be exceptionally short. I’d simply point you to Amazon, where you can purchase a digital copy of the 1994 animated film of t...continued
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almost 5 years ago
Microsoft officially opens London flagship Store
Microsoft officially opens London flagship Store OnMSFT.comMicrosoft’s first physical retail store in Europe has opened its doors in London this morning, attracting quite a big crowd. The store is located at Oxford Circus, one of the busiest locations in London, and it’...continued
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almost 5 years ago
S&P 500 Touches 3,000 for First Time on Fed Chair Powell’s Remarks
S&P Touches 3,000 on Powell Rate Cut RemarksJerome Powell took the Federal Reserve closer to cutting interest rates this month, citing risks from the trade war with China and saying June’s strong U.S. jobs report hadn’t shifted the outlook.Since Fed officials opened t...continued
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almost 5 years ago
The new and improved 3 P’s of marketing
The new and improved 3 P’s of marketingOnce registered, you can:By registering you agree to our privacy policy, terms & conditions and to receive occasional emails from Ad Age. You may unsubscribe at any time.Are you a print subscriber? Activate your account.Source: A...continued
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almost 5 years ago
The Jack London Novel that Influenced a Century of Dystopian Fiction
The Jack London Novel that Influenced a Century of Dystopian FictionMy first encounter with Jack London’s work was the short story “To Build a Fire,” in which the protagonist attempts to survive the elements and keep wolves at bay in the wilderness by keeping a fire going...continued
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almost 5 years ago
Here’s how to set up your computer to work productively from home
Here's how to set up your computer to work productively from homeTNW BasicsWelcome to TNW Basics , a collection of tips, guides, and advice on how to easily get the most out of your gadgets, apps, and other stuff.The world of work is changing, and more and more people fi...continued
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almost 5 years ago
Your Pre-Prime Day Checklist for Success
Your Pre-Prime Day Checklist for SuccessWith Prime Day just around the corner, it is critical to have a check list for success. Here are some tips that we have cultivated over our years of expertise on Amazon:Want to learn more? Check out our Amazon Advertising Strategy G...continued
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almost 5 years ago
That Time Manhattan DA’s Office ‘Shocked’ a Judge with Epstein Sex-Offender Registry Argument
DA's Office Once tried to Lower Esptein Sex Offender StatusThe Manhattan District Attorney’s Office once inexplicably attempted to do wealthy pedophile Jeffrey Esptein a favor by arguing that his sex-offender registry status should be downgraded from the most-dangerous cl...continued
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almost 5 years ago
Cybercriminals Target Budding Cannabis Retailers
Cybercriminals Target Budding Cannabis RetailersCompanies in the young, rapidly growing industry are targeted for sensitive information they store and immature security practices.As more US states legalize recreational marijuana, security experts warn lawful cannabis reta...continued
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almost 5 years ago
Some MPs not running in the next election will get paid around $1.6 million in severance
Some MPs not running in the next election will get paid around $1.6 million in severanceOTTAWA — Members of Parliament who have decided not to run for re-election this fall will cash in a cumulative $1.6 million in severance payments, and millions more will likely be paid...continued
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almost 5 years ago
'Let's go do something special': Mike Conley Jr. is ready to start a new chapter with the Utah Jazz
'Let's go do something special': Mike Conley Jr. is ready to start a new chapter with the Utah JazzAs the car moved along Salt Lake City’s east side, the man in the back pulled out his cellphone to take a photo of the downtown skyline and the mountains in the background. ...continued
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almost 5 years ago
Joe Root insists he won't be distracted by Australian tactics
Joe Root insists he won't be distracted by Australian tacticsJoe Root admits things can get 'spicy' when England face Australia but does not intend to let anything distract from the opportunity at hand in this week's World Cup semi-final.With the Ashes just a few weeks aw...continued
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almost 5 years ago
The More You Watch, the More You Vote Populist
The More You Watch, the More You Vote PopulistThe Atlantic reports on a new study: “Watching a lot of entertainment TV does seem to have an adverse impact on your intelligence. And it also makes you more likely to vote for populist parties.”Source: Politicalwire.comPowere...continued
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almost 5 years ago
Low Prices Lead to Falling Cotton Production
Mozambique: Low Prices Lead to Falling Cotton ProductionMaputo — The oscillation of cotton prices on the world market, plus the impact of natural disasters, explains the reduction in Mozambican cotton production in the 2018-2019 agricultural year, according to Agriculture...continued
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almost 5 years ago
REPORT: Lakers Pitching Kawhi Leonard On Running The Team Through Him
REPORT: Lakers Pitching Kawhi Leonard On Running The Team Through HimThe pitch from the Lakers to Kawhi Leonard apparently involves making him the focus of the team.Los Angeles is making a serious push for the Toronto Raptors star to join the squad alongside LeBron James ...continued
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almost 5 years ago
How to predict cricket scores [Excel + Machine Learning]
How to predict cricket scores [Excel + Machine Learning] Chandoo.orgCan we predict cricket match score in Excel? Using machine learning, ensemble modeling, multiple regression and Excel formulas we can. This tutorial explains how.Cricket world cup is on. Both my homes (I...continued
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almost 5 years ago
'No stress' Barty embraces number one tag at Wimbledon
'No stress' Barty embraces number one tag at WimbledonIf being world number one brings the burden of pressure and expectation then somebody should tell Ash Barty, who began her first Grand Slam at the summit of the women's game at Wimbledon on Tuesday and loved every minu...continued
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almost 5 years ago
Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e review: Reviving interest in Android tablets - Hindustan Times
Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e review: Reviving interest in Android tabletsBrand: SamsungProduct: Galaxy Tab S5eKey specifications: 10.5-inch WQXGA Super AMOLED (2560x1600), 8-megapixel front camera, 13-megapixel rear camera, Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 Processor, 4GB/6GB RAM, 64GB/1...continued
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almost 5 years ago
Horde vs Roundcube vs Squirrelmail - Which Works Best
Horde vs Roundcube vs Squirrelmail - Which Works BestWebmail is a great way to access your emails from different devices and when you are away from your home. Now, most web hosting companies include email with their server plans. And all of them offer the same three, web...continued
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