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Annunciate She’s been called to the door. Inspiration awaits in the garden—a winged lover, back-lit and eager. A boy, really, with angelic hands. It sometimes goes like that. But often it is agony—months of waiting and then suddenly he shows. She turns the corner and gasps: petals scattered on the street, the catalpa after days of rain. She drops her attention deep and interior, her gaze focusing down and to the left to search for a thread, scavenge for a phrase, a rhythm to begin to build a vision upon: white flowers on the road. She promises to remember it for later, how his fingers traced her jawbone and begged her to speak.
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Situated in the business district, this hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from King of Prussia Mall and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Valley …More
Staying here on a business trip - I was pleasantly surprised with the quality of this hotel. The room was of good size, with all basic facilities. There are good options for restaurants within the hotel as well as many other options nearby. There are also entertainment options like a casino in house, and the shopping mall nearby. There was a prompt shuttle service to the mall.
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King of Prussia Mall, with almost 400 shops and more than 40 restaurants, resides in this Montgomery County township, northeast of Philadelphia. George Washington’s Revolutionary War encampment is on display at Valley Forge National Historical Park, which includes 3,600 acres of rolling hills and hiking trails. Nearby, the Barnes Foundation exhibits an extensive collection of Impressionist art.

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Where to go in Kuala Lumpur for short trip?
I am Malaysian, I am living in Kuala Lumpur. During weekends, I got bored and I will travel in Kuala Lumpur or outside of Kuala Lumpur for a day or two.
Below, are some places I would go for 2 days 1 night trip in Malaysia. Hope the below give you some ideas on where to go from Kuala Lumpur for 2 days 1 night short trip in Malaysia.
Day 1: Travel from Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highland
06.00am: Depart to Cameron Highland. Journey will take approximately 3 hours.
09.00am: Arrive in Cameron Highland . We will start our Cameron Highland Day Tour by visiting:
00.00hrs: Overnight in Cameron Highland.
Day 2: Cameron Highland Day Tour – Back to Kuala Lumpur!
06.00am: Wake up and we will watch sunrise at Gunung Batu Brinchang. NOTE: Sunrise is at 7.30am.
After sunrise tour, we will then visit:
00.00hrs: Depart to Kuala Lumpur. Tour ends. Bye Bye Cameron Highland!
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India’s Ambassador to France, Jawed Ashraf, has said the fighter jet engine manufacturer Safran has expressed its willingness to engage in a 100% transfer of technology (ToT) across various phases of the project.
Jawed said the discussion is going on between India and Safran regarding the Shakti jet engine deal.
As per reports, the primary focus of the deliberations is to align the specifications of the engine with India’s future fighter jet requirements.
Ambassador Ashraf said that the India is looking for a comprehensive approach in terms of tech transfer, which goes beyond just the transfer of manufacturing technology.
The deal aims to delve into the actual design phase, metallurgical aspects, and other critical elements that contribute to the development of advanced jet engines.
Safran, a key player in the aerospace industry, has expressed its willingness to engage in a 100% transfer of technology across various phases of the project, including design development, certification, and production.
However, Ambassador Ashraf acknowledged navigating the complexities of the deal requires aligning the discussions with India’s overall future defense requirements.
The Ambassador highlighted that these discussions will continue to take place as part of the defense industry roadmap.
In July 2023, India and France decided to extend their defense cooperation in advanced aeronautical technologies by supporting the joint development of a combat aircraft engine.
They also agreed to support industrial cooperation for the motorization of heavy-lift helicopters under the Indian Multi Role Helicopter (IMRH) program with Safran Helicopter Engine.
The announcement was made after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s talks with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris.
Earlier in April 2023, the Chairman of Safran, Ross McInnes, discussed a technological partnership in defense and space with PM Modi.
Also, Safran Helicopter Engines and Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) have signed a workshare agreement for the joint development of the engine intended for the future Indian MultiRole Helicopter (IMRH).
Noteworthy, Safran is a French multinational company that designs, develops, and manufactures aircraft engines, rocket engines, and various aerospace and defense-related equipment.


I wrote about The Board Podcast switch breaking machine a few days ago. It looks like a lot of fun and I ordered some parts to tinker around with it.
Then I found the direction Mr. Keebs (@fcoury) is taking this. It is awesome!!! He is going next level with a controller a bigger/better motor auto off after X rounds. I can’t wait to see it when he is fully done.
(I can’t link directly to the video but its on Instagram page under “Switch Breaker”. Its worth a look
@fcoury A few people here have confirmed polishing switches with diamond paste and/or toothpaste makes for smooth switches especially scratchy cherry blacks. I am interested in combining this with the breakin machine to see how smooth switches can get. Just sharing the idea as you are way ahead in the automated switch breakin territory.


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text: As this crisis evolves, we are constantly reviewing all of our practices and policies to provide the best service while keeping people safe. October 8, 2020 — 1 Comment. Show balance. October 8, 2020 — 1 Comment. In the early days of the coronavirus pandemic, with offices and streets empty, driving the bus was easy for Nathan Vass. 80 Express trips available from Lincoln & Prebbleton. Submitting an encouraging video to email@example.com . In response to a 2019-2020 budget request by King County Council, Metro worked to establish an income-based fare program for those who cannot afford the current reduced fare options. Fare collection on all Metro vehicles including paratransit resumes Monday, June … Metro will add more buses, more trains, and more hours of service beginning on Sunday, August 16, 2020, restoring most service to pre-Covid levels while maintaining a strong response posture to Covid-19. † For seniors (age 65+), individuals with disabilities or Medicare Card holders. Cleaning Schedules have been greatly increased. Must show a Regional Reduced Fare Permit (RRFP). King County Metro riders will continue to enjoy fare-free rides through September. October 8, 2020 — 1 Comment. ... 11/17/20 — METRO Bus Operator Among Latest COVID-19 Cases. All detours and updates. April Monthly Passes from Metro Bus and Rail are valid through July, 2020. Metro Customer Service: 855-7211 TTY/Relay 711 or 800-662-1220 . That’s the same amount the agency has projected it will lose from sales tax revenue through the fall. Metro is relaying these planned changes to our partners at Sound Transit and the City of Seattle as they consider changes to ST Express bus service, Link light rail and Streetcar. Children under age 6 ride free. Search OCTA. Hand sanitizer dispensers are on all Metro buses, and on Metro Rail. Tell us about it. Metro and regional transit agencies sign onto APTA health and safety program Seattle, WA 98104. The value will automatically be used to supplement a pass if the fare for a trip is worth more than the pass value. September 23, 2020 — 0 Comments. Along many high-use routes, Metro has added buses … Please let them know how much their work is appreciated by: Sending a note to a driver you miss through this online form. King County Metro will spend about $10 million per year on a program to provide free bus … L.A. County Metro expects to receive between $700 million and $800 million in rescue funds. * Up to 4 children (ages 5 and under) ride free with a fare-paying passenger. Menu Orange County Transportation Authority. Dow Constantine. King Street Center Crews have been hard at work spraying disinfectant on all city buses to keep riders safe from coronavirus. King County Metro announced it will restore service on dozens of bus routes starting June 22 following months of reduced service due to the coronavirus pandemic. Read more. Utility service worker Roy Popper wipes down the rails with disinfectant foam cleaner and does a routine cleaning of a metro bus on Saturday at King County Atlantic and Central Base in Sodo. Two types of passes are available: A regional transit pass valid for unlimited rides in the valid month. Pay your vanpool fare with check, ORCA Card or employer-provided vouchers. Summary. Each agency will update its pages with current information. Metro to add more buses, more trains and extended hours as part of Covid-19 Recovery Plan beginning Sunday, August 16. “As part of our ongoing … When you pay with your E-purse, you will get a two-hour transfer credit*. To ride from a Zone with a larger fare to a Zone with a smaller fare, pay the larger fare. King County Metro riders will continue to enjoy fare-free rides through September. As of September 25, 2020, there were 21,803 confirmed cases in the county, which translates into an overall rate of 51 cases per 100,000 residents for the last 14 days . Can be purchased wherever ORCA cards are sold. TTY: Relay: 711 The final bus trips will begin at or before 11 p.m. each weeknight. What is Metro Bus and Rail doing to stop the spread of COVID-19? Sending a card to any Metro Transit bus garage or light rail facility (find addresses here) Sharing your appreciation on social media using #InThisTogether. King County Metro, officially the King County Metro Transit Department and often shortened to Metro, is the public transit authority of King County, Washington, which includes the city of Seattle.It is the eighth-largest transit bus agency in the United States, carrying an … Now there's a more affordable way to get to work, school, shopping, day care or anywhere else you need to go. The look of Metro buses is changing. A King County Metro bus driver who worked in a highly-populated area that includes Seattle has died after contracting the coronavirus. It's ORCA LIFT, a new, reduced transit fare that can help you get more out of your public transportation system. ** For income-qualified adult riders. "Changing how riders board and exit our bus fleet and also suspending all fares is part of that effort. Metro Bus and Rail wants to help everyone stay safe. Metro and regional transit agencies sign onto APTA health and safety program Most King County offices will be closed on December 25, for Christmas Day. King County Metro, officially the King County Metro Transit Department and often shortened to Metro, is the public transit authority of King County, Washington, which includes the city of Seattle.It is the eighth-largest transit bus agency in the United States, carrying an … More about Access and how to apply. King County Metro said the main reason for stopping the upgrades to the Route 7 bus line — which currently connects the International District to Rainier Beach and would eventually become the RapidRide R Line — was “an unprecedented loss” in funding due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It is essential to keep this community on the move, and I thank all the operators, mechanics, support staff, and riders who are helping us get through this, together. Metro will add more buses, more trains, and more hours of service beginning on Sunday, August 16, 2020, restoring most service to pre-Covid levels while maintaining a strong response posture to Covid-19. Not available for Autoload. MITRE, a national nonprofit research organization, has released results of a study testing the efficacy of methods meant to reduce exhaled airborne particles, like those that cause COVID-19. News. ORCA card is not included in price. Paper transfers are provided for free on Metro buses when paying with cash, however they are not accepted by other transit systems (including Metro-operated Sound Transit buses). By Associated Press , Wire Service Content April 18, 2020 Dropping fares is one of several changes to Metro’s operations in response to the COVID-19 crisis. King County Metro proposed budget maintains region’s network, looks ahead to future growth. Some bus drivers pleading with King County Metro to offer more protection from coronavirus Tony Black 4/18/2020 Amid coronavirus surge, Maryland survey shows many still plan Thanksgiving travel Enjoy unlimited rides on the region's transit services for the day with the ORCA regional day pass. That’s the same amount the agency has projected it will lose from sales tax … Mask dispensers added to 200 more buses. 75. King County Metro will reduce bus service amid coronavirus outbreak . These moves acknowledge the direction of public health to take steps necessary to limit the spread of COVID-19 and we continue to call on riders to do all they can by avoiding traveling when sick, covering coughs and sneezes. Starts with first use and ends at 3 a.m. the next day. King County Metro to restore 23 bus routes canceled due to COVID-19, add more trips to other routes Callie Craighead , Seattle P-I June 18, 2020 Updated: Sep. 17, 2020 5:02 p.m. King County Metro to discontinue fare collections, direct riders to board buses at rear doors, beginning March 21 March 20, 2020. King County Metro, meanwhile, is transporting about 140,000 passengers a day, approximately 37 percent of its pre-COVID ridership, said Jeff Switzer, a spokesman for the agency. Face coverings are required. 201 South Jackson St. “It felt like it was 10:30 at night all day long,” he recalls. KING COUNTY, Wash. — A public transportation agency in Washington state says a second Metro bus driver has died from complications related to COVID-19. When snow falls in King County this winter, make sure you can get where you’re going safely. Not valid on King County Metro Access, paratransit services, Kitsap Fast Ferries or Washington State Ferries. SEATTLE -- Metro bus rides will be free starting Saturday and riders will no longer enter and leave at the front of the bus, the agency announced Friday. The ORCA card is all you need to pay your fare on public transportation in the Puget Sound region. “As this crisis evolves, we are constantly reviewing all of our practices and policies to provide the best service while keeping people safe," said Executive Constantine. Community, News. An ORCA card works like cash or a pass, and also lets you transfer between the bus, Link light rail, Sounder, Seattle streetcar, Seattle Center Monorail and the King County Water Taxi. 50. Effective with the start of service Saturday, March 21, riders will not be required to pay fare when riding King County Metro services, including buses, water taxi and Access paratransit, until further notice. Accepted for regular service operated by King County Metro, King County Water Taxi, Community Transit, Everett Transit, Kitsap Transit, Pierce Transit, Seattle Center Monorail, Seattle Streetcar and Sound Transit. Accepted for regular service on public buses, trains, streetcars and water taxis throughout the Central Puget Sound region. The standard fare for most adults is $2. of Transportation Metro Transit Division. Become a certified small business contractor or supplier, Find certified small business contractors and suppliers. News Coronavirus King County Metro and Sound Transit go fare-free amid coronavirus pandemic . King County Metro | 2020 COVID-19 Response and Recovery Report 5 Public Health Impacts of COVID-19 King County was home to the United States’ first confirmed case of COVID-19 . L.A. County Metro expects to receive between $700 million and $800 million in rescue funds. Not available for Autoload. Available only for approved Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) participants with valid Access identification. King County Metro Transit said Mike Winkler, 71, died June 17 after several weeks fighting the virus, The Seattle Times reported. Sound Transit and King County Metro announced they will temporarily reduce service on buses, light rail and Sounder commuter trains in the wake of drastically reduced ridership due to COVID … ... Community Transit (Snohomish County) and King County Metro in King County. Dept. … See if you qualify. King Street Center 201 S. Jackson St Seattle, WA 98104 (206) 553-3000 Become a certified small business contractor or supplier, Find certified small business contractors and suppliers. Route changes have been made to several bus routes. King County Metro’s COVID-19 response lays groundwork for region’s pandemic recovery. The fare for riding Metro is determined by the Zone you're riding in. The suspension of fares and the new bus boarding policy follows the decision to temporarily reduce service on Link, Sounder and ST Express buses operated by King County Metro in light of drastically reduced demand, with ridership currently down nearly 70 percent. Home COVID-19 Public Transit is an essential service and OC Bus will continue operating current schedules, day and night during the state’s new stay-at-home order. A King County Metro bus in Seattle on Monday, March 16, 2020. The first weekday after Gov. Changing how riders board and exit our bus fleet and also suspending all fares is part of that effort. 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My curiosity was piqued while reading an article in the September/October 2015 issue of American Spirit, published by the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR).
It’s a great magazine and I subscribe, but most public libraries also have copies. I always find something of interest.
A story entitled “Freedom Fighters” was written by Bill Hudgins. He draws from many sources to try to describe the common soldier in the Revolutionary War. One set of clues came from historian Harold E. Selesky’s “A Demographic Survey of the Continental Army that Wintered at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, 1777-1778. Soldiers are described by Age, Physical Characteristics, Literacy, and Occupation.
Here’s the paragraph that made me stop and ponder:
Records of soldiers’ physical traits could be deceiving. Selesky wrote: Six men in one Massachusetts unit who were described at one point as having dark complexions were later described as having light complexions. And terms such as “black complexion” did not automatically mean African-American. For example, all the Irish soldiers in one Delaware company were described as having black complexions.
While I’ve heard the term “Black Irish,” I realized I didn’t really know much about what it meant.
I found an article by James O’Shea in Irish Central, “Who were the Black Irish, and what is their story?” O’Shea’s conclusion about the origin of the term is more about historical context than physical attributes. You can read the article here: www.irishcentral.com/roots/history/who-were-the-black-irish-92376439-237784721.html.
Everything I read seems to confirm the ambiguity of the term “Black Irish,” which is used mainly outside of Ireland. Perhaps DNA will have the final word.

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Ted Dibiase Opts Out! (1984)A sample of a wrestling taped at WMAZ-13 in Macon GA in 1984, featuring Ted DiBiase, Brad Armstrong, Ronnie Garvin, Ole Anderson, and Gordon Solie.
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It is already know how much kids from all over the world love to play Lego Stars Wars Games online, so we can imagine how happy they are going to be when they see the latest such game that has been added on our website, a game called Empire Vs Rebels, based on 2017's The Force Awakens movie, where the two factions of imperial forces and rebel forces will collide, and you take part in this awesome battle!
Help the Rebels defeat the evil Empire, once again!
First, learn how to control your Jedi warrior. You will use the right and left arrow keys for moving, with the up arrow you jump, and you press the spacebar to attack with your sword. Throw bombs to wreck walls and open paths by pressing the G key.
Now, you will go through different courses ruled by the Empire, where you have to do your best to defeat all the Empire soldiers you encounter along the way, collect Lego bricks, and reach the end of each level, simple as that.
There will be bosses at the end of each level, of course, so make sure to defeat them, since you will deal a big blow to the Empire's forces. Good luck, let the fun begin, and stick around for all the more fun that still awaits you!
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Use the arrow keys for moving and jumping, space to attack, G to throw bombs.

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The Tenth Amendment Centerâ€™s Michael Boldin recently appeared on Michigan’s WTCM Radio – Newstalk 580 in Traverse City – to talk about the growing State Sovereignty movement, the Tenth Amendment Center, and the need for limited government.Â The interview is about 26 minutes, and you can listen by clicking the link below.
Latest posts by Michael Boldin (see all)
- The Feds are Dangerous but they can be stopped - October 22, 2014
- Blueprint for Success: Turning Federal Acts into Hot Air - October 20, 2014
- Free People Claim Their Rights - October 17, 2014

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It’s watermelon season over at Open Spigot Farm!
In just their second year of growing, Open Spigots’ watermelons are off and running, growing to wonderful and healthy sizes after a disappointing early-season harvest. Grower Brad Bowers, who has about 20 years of watermelon growing experience under his belt, says this harvest has been exceptional! Every melon is packed with flavor and is delicious and sweet.
This is due in part to the weather. You may be saying, “What do you mean? The weather has been hot, dry and awful!” Well, that’s just what these watermelons like! The super dry weather actually helps watermelons taste sweeter! Strange, right?
The melons do, however, need plenty of water in their early stages, which is causing Brad to be slightly concerned about the next harvest. But, with a bevy of rainfall the past couple days, Brad is optimistic this next batch will be just as good as this one!
The variety of melons grown ranges from Georgia rattlesnake, crimson sweet and sugar baby. Georgia rattlesnake watermelons are an older variety of watermelon, developed in the south during the mid-1800’s. These watermelons grow very long and very large! Some at Open Spigot this year have grown to 50 to 60 pounds! They have the classic watermelon look, with the light-green skin, irregular darker stripes and bright crimson fruit inside.
Crimson sweet watermelons are the watermelons you generally think about when you think about watermelons. Pudgy and round, these guys get to about 20 pounds and have the light-green skin with dark stripes and sweet crimson fruit inside. An American classic!
Sugar baby melons are much smaller than a typical watermelon, growing to only about 8 to 10 pounds. Very small and very round, these melons are small enough to easily stash in your fridge. They have a slightly different look, being completely covered in dark-green skin. The insides are just as delicious though!

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Dementia Describes Many Symptoms Affecting Memory and Thinking
Health News: We all know that our social well-being is extremely important for our overall health. A new study has once again proved it. According to the study, social isolation can increase the risk of developing dementia. The study has been published in the Journal of American Geriatrics Society. This clearly indicates that socialisation should be the top priority of older adults in order to prevent cognitive decline.
For the study, researchers followed over 5,000 adults who were more than 65 years old. They all were from the National Health and Aging Trends Study and the study was spread over a period of nine years – from 2011 to 2020.
One-fourth of the older adults in this group faced social isolation. In other words, one in every fourth people in this group had few social relationships and infrequent contact with others.
Dementia in 30% of population
Researchers found that social isolation was linked with an around 28 per cent higher risk of developing dementia. Also, 25.9 per cent of the people who were socially isolated had probably dementia, compared to 19.6 per cent of the non-isolated group.
Researchers also warned about the link between dementia and social isolation being underestimated. This is because the statics of the research seemed high despite the fact that older adults living in nursing homes and residential care facilities were not part of the study. It should be noted that dementia and social isolation are highly prevalent among those living in nursing homes and residential care facilities.
Risk factors related to dementia in older population
Scientists were also of the view that more studies are needed in order to determine the specific dementia-related implications of social isolation. This will also help understand its impact on different racial and ethnic groups as African American, American Indian, and Hispanic older adults are more prone to dementia.


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A mother of one identified as Amanda Blake has reportedly lost her life. Amanda Black has sadly and unexpectedly passed away. She was reported to have died today February 10 2021.
According to what her family posted on a Gofundme account created for Amanda Black to help run for her funeral expenses, Amanda Black, 22-years-old, the granddaughter of Linda and Butch and daughter of new Gabriola resident Rick Black, was a victim of domestic violence. It was quoted from the post on her GoFundme page that Amanda was brutally killed and murdered two days ago at a home in village St John on Monday night.
The RCMP and the BC Coroners service who are investigating the case says a 27-year-old, Shane Sutherland has been charged with second-degree murder after he was arrested at the scene of the tragic incident.
Sutherland who is currently in custody will be arraigned on a murder charge in court today for a bail hearing.
Police initially called the death suspicious and said the two were known to each other, but have released few other details.
Amanda Black’s Gofundme account has gathered about $5,735 out of a $15,000 donation goal.
Read Excerpts From Post Made On Amanda Blake’s GoFundme page
Tragedy has struck the Black family, owners of Gabriola’s WHEELBARREL NURSERY for the past 18 years. Two days ago, Amanda Black, the beloved 22-year-old granddaughter of Linda and Butch and daughter of new Gabriola resident Rick Black, was a victim of domestic violence. She was brutally taken from this world and her baby boy Jasper has been left behind in Fort St John without any parents to care for him.
We want to help the Black family gain some closure for this huge loss. Our goal is to raise enough money to enable the family to pay legal, funeral and travel expenses. With time off work, these mounting expenses will be too much of a burden to handle as the family grieves the loss of beautiful Amanda.
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From walking down a snowy road to a homemade hockey rink, “Saving Hope’s” Erica Durance and Michael Shanks have their own fond memories of Canada and are encouraging others to share their love for their country for “Canada In A Day” Sept. 10.
“Canada In A Day” will be a special on CTV made up entirely of footage shot by Canadians over a 24-hour period on Sept. 10. The film will air in 2017 as a celebration of Canada’s 150th anniversary.
Durance (who plays Dr. Alex Reid) says one of her favourite Canadian memories is walking by herself down a snowy road after a theatre performance in her hometown of Three Hills, Alta., and singing Christmas carols. She was soon joined by many members of the community.
“It just reflected to me this beautiful innocence I want to pass on to my own kids,” says Durance.
“Hi, I’m Erica Durance from Three Hills Alberta. I’m here to encourage you to share a piece of your life with us. Film it on September 10th for Canada In A Day.”
Erica Durance is a producer and lead actress on CTV’s hit drama Saving Hope, playing the role of Dr. Alex Reid. Many fans know her as Lois Lane from Smallville, which she starred as for seven years on the series. Her many notable guest appearances include Wonder Woman on Harry’s Law with Kathy Bates, and Samantha Masters in the Charlie’s Angels remake.


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Best Places to Hear Outside Land for FREE in Golden Gate Park
Outside Lands 2019 has beefed up its fencing and road closure system so much that you can no longer rubberneck from sidewalks and paths to watch Outside Lands for free like in years past. But there are still Golden Gate Park quirks that can position you to pretty clearly hear performances from Childish Gambino, Twenty One Pilots, Paul Simon, and anyone playing at the Land’s End stage — or the Twin Peaks stage, if you are particularly resilient at hiking and navigating through brush.
The Broke-Ass Investigative Gate-Crashing Unit has assessed the more-draconian-than-ever perimeter of this year’s Outside Lands fence, and found the best “free show” spot to be closest to the main Outside Lands stage.
LANDS END STAGE (SPRECKELS LAKE / NEAR BISON FIELDS)
You will not be able to see the stage, but there’s some pretty cool light-up art you’ll be able to see. More importantly, you’ll totally be able to hear Twenty One Pilots (Friday), Childish Gambino (Saturday), and Paul Simon (Sunday) from the sidewalk along Spreckels Lake.
But Chain of Lakes Drive behind the stage is closed the entire weekend, taking away one of the very best forested listening spots.
TWIN PEAKS STAGE (THE TRAILS BETWEEN MIDDLE DR. WEST AND MLK DR.)
We’re talking about the hills behind this year’s Twin Peaks stage, seen above under in recent state of construction. There are some weird and awesome little trails between Metson Lake and Mallard Lake (or in plain English, between Middle Drive West and Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive) that will place you in those trees. You’ll eventually run into Outside Lands’ gates, lights, and loud generators, which are unpleasant. But can also finagle to wooded spots where you’ll hear the Twin Peaks Stage with pretty good clarity.
That stage has the Lumineers (Friday), RL Grime (Saturday),and Kygo (Sunday).
SUTRO STAGE LOOKS IMPOSSIBLE TO GET NEAR
With so much of JFK Drive super aggressively fenced off, there’s seemingly no way you’re going to penetrate the Sutro Stage for Hozier, Flying Lotus 3D, or Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals. Or is there? Chase your diminishing/outstanding returns and see what happens!
We’ve confirmed that once again, there is no Outside Lands livestream this year. But if you know of any more great free Outside Lands crasher spots, let’s hear ‘em in the comments.


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Dell has announced the layoff of 5% of its worldwide employees as plunging PC sales continue to plunge.
The layoffs mean that 6,650 people will be out of work. Bloomberg data showed that the company peaked at 165,000 employees in January 2020.
Before today’s announcement, Dell had dropped its employee base to 133,000 and is expected to hit 126,350 after today’s cuts.
Dell is coming off a quarter in which revenue dropped 6% to $25 billion.


In 2015, Uber decided to have a team retreat — it would be an unusual one, if only for its size. More than four thousand employees from Uber’s global offices would all fly into Las Vegas, as discreetly as possible given the number. It was in celebration of a major milestone: hitting $10 billion in gross revenue, just six years after the company had been founded. This was a milestone among those the company had celebrated in previous years as another stop along its exponential growth curve — first at $100 million, then $1 billion, and now $10 billion — also known as 10 to the 8th power, 10 to the 9th power, and then 10 to the 10th power.
As a result, the retreat was branded “X to the X,” with a subtle logo of two white Xs in a diagonal. This “X to the X” logo was printed on T-shirts, water bottles and signage throughout the conference area, so that the typical Vegas tourist wouldn’t spot the thousands of Uber employees who were in town.
X to the X celebrated a major victory for the company, but out of the thousands of people at the retreat, one team deserved the most credit. They constituted the largest portion of the company and had made the biggest impact over the years: Operations, made up of the thousands of boots on the ground that launched new cities.
The hustle within the Ops team was renowned, and one of the foundational elements of Uber’s success.
They grew riders and drivers the hard way — coordinating street teams that handed out discount cards next to train stations — and reacted to the constant threats of regulation and competition. Travis [Kalanick] would regularly say to the product teams, “Product can solve problems, but it’s slow. Ops can do it fast.” As a result, Uber saw itself as an “ops-led” company, and it was this team that best embodied the startup’s entrepreneurial and creative culture. The hustle within the Ops team was renowned, and one of the foundational elements of Uber’s success.
The Importance of Creativity
The Tipping Point for a market can be accomplished by subsidizing markets, making the product invite-only, building tools, Flintstoning, etc. — but that’s all built on raw creativity and entrepreneurship.
What Is the Tipping Point?
Creativity is important because there are often brief moments of opportunity that can cause a market to quickly tip when the right idea is tried. This might be like Twitter launching during the SXSW conference, where a critical mass of users would be attending. It might be making a funny, viral video as Dropbox launched. Airbnb employed a similar idea during major local events, as Jonathan Golden, an early product leader, noted:
“We also latched onto local events that were bigger than us whenever possible. Online campaigns such as ‘Make $1,000 in one weekend renting your apartment to Oktoberfest attendees’ instead of more generic campaigns like ‘Rent your apartment to strangers’ dramatically improved supply-side conversion metrics. And because one of the most powerful ways to bootstrap supply is to guarantee demand, we encouraged employee travel to unreviewed listings.”
In the early days, when the focus is on tipping each new additional network, everything helps.
Usually, these types of stunts and hacks are neither scalable nor repeatable. A funny viral video might work once or a few times from novelty, but it can’t be the only lever to drive growth over the long term, as eventually the goal is to drive millions of new users. Eventually, highly scalable efforts like SEO, paid marketing, viral growth and partnerships have to kick in. However, in the early days, when the focus is on tipping each new additional network, everything helps.
The Uber Ops team provided a steady stream of this creativity. Every new city launch in the early days was a Cold Start Problem, and the city teams were structured to be autonomous and decentralized, able to react quickly to new ideas on the ground.
What Is the Cold Start Problem?
The goal was to tip over the entire market, one network at a time. For example, the launch team would often execute a playbook that would enlist a local celebrity to be “Rider Zero” — the first Uber rider in the market — alongside local press coverage. The Ops team also came up with special promotions like Uber Puppies and Uber Kittens — a way to request a truck full of puppies or kittens, depending on your preference — to show up at your office for an hour at a time. Or Uber Ice Cream, where a soft-serve truck would arrive. On the supply side, the Ops team would call local limo service companies one by one, stand outside major local events to pass out flyers, and text drivers to get them to start driving, among dozens of other highly manual tactics.
Going from a single network into a network of networks requires hustle and creativity. Uber first started in major cities like San Francisco, New York City and Los Angeles, and found that each one required dramatically different tactics. New York was a licensed market, where limos operated by professional drivers reigned, and it competed with the subway. LA is a sprawl of a city, and unlike San Francisco and New York, everyone has a car. It wasn’t clear that Uber would be successful in each city, but it was. But after a few dozen cities were launched, the playbook started to get dialed in. Each new market became easier and easier, as the Tipping Point kicked in.
Hustle as a System
An idea like Uber Ice Cream is fun, but the real magic comes from creating an innovative, bottom-up organization that can create endless variations. The team culture of the Ops team rewarded experimentation, and after ice cream came Uber Puppies, Uber Mariachi Band, Uber Health (for flu shots), Uber Lion Dance (to celebrate Chinese New Year!) and dozens of other variations from around the world. The Ops teams would “holidize” their efforts, aligning special dates with product features that promoted growth. A driver referral program like “Give $200, Get $200” could be bumped up on amounts and turned into a New Year’s branded “Start your new year right — Give $300, Get $300” campaign. Campaigns could be built, sent over email and in-app notifications celebrating July Fourth, Thanksgiving, Christmas and everything else could keep the messaging fresh and response rates high.
It was unusual, but in the early years, the San Francisco–based engineering and product teams would really play a support role. They created customizable levers within the app, giving the city teams tools and controls to manage their own markets. City teams could create new “vehicle classes” within the app, so ideas like Uber Moto, Uber Helicopter and Uber Pitch (for startups to pitch investors!) could be tried. For San Francisco’s Pride Parade, the car icon within the app had a rainbow trail behind it to signify the special day.
In the end, you might ask — did Uber Ice Cream really help? Not one particular stunt, no, but I argue that within the framework of taking a market from zero to the Tipping Point, these types of quick, clever tactics play a key role in getting markets off the ground. Most importantly, Uber created a system to quickly identify, execute and iterate on these concepts — it was supported by an entrepreneurial team culture, robust software tooling and an understanding that each city would be its own Cold Start Problem.
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From the book The Cold Start Problem: How to Start and Scale Network Effects by Andrew Chen. Copyright 2021 by Andrew Chen. Reprinted by permission of HarperBusiness, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers.


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K397 Bone Collar Tag Sterling Silver Ari D Norman
A brilliant way to keep your beloved pet safe, this sterling silver bone collar tag can be attached to your pet’s collar. Crafted from hallmarked sterling silver, this plain bone shaped tag can be engraved and personalised to contain important contact information if your pet should get lost. Compact and small in size, this bone shaped tag is ideal for smaller breeds of dog. This tag can also be used as a keyring.
• Sterling silver bone collar tag
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This is a functional piece, made for my mother’s 100th birthday. The bowl is 400 mm in the major axis, 250 mm in the minor axis, and 70 mm wall height. The base is layers of plywood and MDF. Design was done in Vectric Aspire and machining on a CanCam CNC router. There are 5 layers of EcoPoxy epoxy in various shades of blue. The CMBR image is courtesy of ESA and their Planck observatory. The orange and light blue map colours were applied manually to the low-relief carving of the brightness map, with some visual interpolation. The final smooth overlayer is clear EcoPoxy with a minor addition of a pearlescent white tint.
Combining a lifelong fascination with lighting, moving art, and woodworking, photo-kinetic and thermo-kinetic sculptures provide an outlet for innovative combinations of art, machinery, electronics, and fun!
Photo-kinetic art is that which combines sculptural elements based on reality, usually from NASA sources, with LED lighting representing speculative possibilities of those locations. These may be based on fiction, natural phenomena, or flights of fancy. Some sculptures are static, but may incorporate other features such as Lithophanes or being touch-friendly.
Thermo-kinetic sculptures are those which have moving components responding to environmental inputs. Some are activated by temperature or humidity changes directly affecting parameters of sculptural components. Others may incorporate electronics to magnify natural effects.
With over 15 years’ experience making fine violins, the necessary attention to detail contributes to the quality of work in all my artistic and sculptural works. In addition, experience building a large custom home, a dedicated wood-working shop, and various other structures, ensures that my sculptures, particularly the thermo-kinetic ones, are structurally sound.
The core principals of my work are: to use an appropriate mix of natural and synthetic materials and processes to illustrate an idea or principal; to use science and space-related source materials; and to explore ideas which may be considered unconventional. In the immortal words of Calvin and Hobbes, “Let’s go exploring!” Go to the artist's portfolio
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Geospatial data play a key role in a wide spectrum of critical data management applications, such as disaster and emergency management, environmental monitoring, land and city planning, and military operations, often requiring the coordination among diverse organizations, their data repositories, and users with different responsibilities. Although a variety of models and techniques are available to manage, access and share geospatial data, very little attention has been paid to addressing security concerns, such as access control, security and privacy policies, and the development of secure and in particular interoperable GIS applications. The objective of this paper is to discuss the technical challenges raised by the unique requirements of secure geospatial data management and to suggest a comprehensive framework for security and privacy for geospatial data and GIS. Such a framework is the first coherent architectural approach to the problem of security and privacy for geospatial data.
Security and privacy for geospatial data : concepts and research directions / E. Bertino, M. Gertz, B. Thuraisingham, M.L. Damiani - In: SPRINGL '08 : proceedings of the SIGSPATIAL ACM GIS 2008 International workshop on security and privacy in GIS and LBS / [a cura di] E. Bertino. - New York : Association for computing machinery, 2008 Nov. - ISBN 9781605583242. - pp. 6-19 (( Intervento presentato al 2. convegno ACM GIS International Workshop on Security and Privacy in GIS and LBS tenutosi a Irvine, USA nel 2008.
|Titolo:||Security and privacy for geospatial data : concepts and research directions|
BERTINO, ELISA (Primo)
DAMIANI, MARIA LUISA (Ultimo)
|Parole Chiave:||Geospatial data; GIS; Privacy; Security|
|Settore Scientifico Disciplinare:||Settore ING-INF/05 - Sistemi di Elaborazione delle Informazioni|
|Data di pubblicazione:||nov-2008|
|Enti collegati al convegno:||ACM|
|Digital Object Identifier (DOI):||http://dx.doi.org/10.1145/1503402.1503406|
|Tipologia:||Book Part (author)|
|Appare nelle tipologie:||03 - Contributo in volume|


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The Samsung SGH-t509 was unveiled at the CTIA Wireless 2006 Trade Show for use on T-Mobile networks. The 10.15 mm thick SGH-t509 supports tri-band (850/1800/1900MHz) cellular service and includes a 65,536 color TFT display with a resolution of 176 x 220 pixels. Other features include an integrated VGA camera with video capture, Bluetooth 1.2 connectivity, EDGE data, speaker phone, photo caller ID, instant messaging, picture messaging, text messaging, voice notes, HiFi ringers, games, T9 predictive text, vibrating alert, calendar, and polyphonic ring tones. The unit was made in Korea and measures 117.04 x 47.17 x 10.15 mm with a weight of 71.3 grams including the battery. A 3.7V, 900mAh battery weighing 17.2 grams powers the SGH-t509 for a claimed 3.5 hours talk time and 168 hours standby.


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Reggae is a genre that grew out of several other musical styles, including both traditional and contemporary Jamaican music
, like ska
, as well as American R&B
. In the early days of radio, stations were super-high-powered, and several stations from Florida and New Orleans were powerful enough to reach Jamaica
, thus the R&B influence. Reggae evolved from these other genres, and really emerged as a unique form in the late 1960s.
Characteristics of the "Riddim":
Reggae is characterized by a heavy backbeated rhythm, meaning the emphasis of the beat is on, for example, beats 2 and 4, when in 4/4 time. This backbeat is characteristic of all African-based musics and is not found in traditional European or Asian music. Reggae drummers also emphasize the third beat when in 4/4 time with a kick to the bass drum.
Rastafarianism is a religion that is very common among Jamaicans of African descent. Many of the world's most famous reggae musicians practice this religion, and therefore many reggae lyrics reflect the beliefs and traditions of Rastafarianism.
Popularity of Reggae in the United States:
was reggae's best-known international ambassador. From his early days in a rocksteady
band to his later years as a Rastafari convert and political activist, Bob Marley planted himself deeply into the hearts of reggae fans throughout the world. Artists like Jimmy Cliff
and Peter Tosh
, among others, were also integral to the spread of the genre.
Marijuana and Reggae:
In Rastafarian practices, marijuana
is used as a sacrament; the belief is that it brings a person closer to God and makes the mind more open to receiving His testimony. Therefore, cannabis (referred to as "ganja" in Jamaican slang) often features prominently in reggae lyrics. Unfortunately, a few decades of American teenagers have misinterpreted this sacred ritual and use it as an excuse to partake. Not all reggae lyrics contain references to ganja, just as not all reggae musicians are Rastafarians.Read More: Why Did Bob Marley Smoke Marijuana?
Reggae lyrics are sometimes borderline incomprehensible to Americans, as they are usually in an English-based but distinctly Jamaican patois
. Many exclusively Jamaican slang terms and alternate verb forms are used, as are frequent references to Rastafarian terms, such as "Jah" (God).
Reggae was a precursor not just to the modern Jamaican style of Dub, but to American Ska (think No Doubt, Sublime, Reel Big Fish), Jambands (Donna the Buffalo, The String Cheese Incident) and British reggae-based bands (UB40). Also often ignored is that reggae is the predecessor to Hip-Hop and Rap music, and a very clear line can be drawn between the two
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Nothing quite excites the imagination like pondering on the future.
What would life be like thousands of years down the line, once humans have taken to the stars? What kinds of experiences would we have? What kinds of technology would we now be using?
Science fiction is great for exploring these questions.
And not only is science fiction great for exploring ideas surrounding the future, but it is also a great avenue for exploring other realities, such as post-apocalypses, zombie takeovers, and alien invasions.
The only problem is because the sci-fi genre is such a long-time staple in fiction, it can be difficult to get the best experience with it.
That’s why we are here today to show you 25 of the very best science fiction book series that you simply need to read through.
Each of these books represents the genre at its very best and offers a very different experience within the genre, so you can truly become a master of all things sci-fi and understand what it is that makes the genre so enduring.
To kick off this list, let’s start with one of the best twists on the sci-fi genre, the six-part trilogy of The Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy.
This series, written by the late-great Douglas Adams is celebrated as not only one of the greatest science fiction series ever, but also one of the very best series of comedy novels ever released.
The story follows Arthur Dent, an ordinary man dragged into an interplanetary adventure when the Earth is suddenly demolished to make way for an interplanetary highway.
The adventures that Arthur Dent, the titular Hitchhiker, experiences are simultaneously mind-blowing, and display all of the wonders of sci-fi, but also incredibly hilarious.
What will Arthur Dent do when he finds himself at the end of the universe, and the hunger pangs begin to kick in? And what will he do when he discovers the terrible secrets behind Earth’s original existence?
You’ll have to read this series yourself to find out!
- Incredibly humorous.
- Despite its comedy, it remains a very believable sci-fi tale.
- A great introduction to the genre.
- Unfortunately, the series never officially concluded, as Douglas Adams died just short of finishing the fifth book.
A book series previously considered to be unadaptable to film for its sheer creativity, Dune is easily one of the most prolific science-fiction book series of all time.
The series follows the hero Paul Atreides, a young man who faces an immense destiny as he is charged with leading his people into the future on the harsh planet he calls home.
This series is acclaimed because of its immense world-building, with a political intrigue that makes everything feel so immediately believable.
This series may be full of in-world jargon that can be tough to wrap your mind around, to begin with, but stick with it because it’s so worth it!
- One of the most recognizable science fiction series of all time.
- Full of detail.
- The world of the series is so detailed that it can sometimes be difficult to understand.
The His Dark Materials series recently received a highly acclaimed and high-budgeted HBO adaptation that did more justice to the source material than anything that came before it.
However, nothing quite beats reading through the original Philip Pullman works!
This series of books really play around with concepts of time and space as our hero Lyra fights to stop her uncle Asriel from building a portal to another world.
This series is full of suspense, and has one of the best-built worlds in fiction!
- Incredibly well-written.
- If you enjoy the books, don’t forget to try out the TV series.
- Very long.
Most people recognize the name 2001: A Space Odyssey thanks to its association with the fantastic 1969 Stanley Kubrick masterpiece film of the same name.
However, written simultaneously with the film, the 2001: A Space Odyssey novel explores the same concepts in more depth, and its subsequent novels reach further into the distant future.
If you have ever enjoyed the 2001 film, then you simply need to read this series of books that not only explores the deepest cosmos but also our relationship with the technology that helps us to explore them!
- Enriches the story of the classic film.
- Explores further than the film.
- Some have described the book as being rather dry.
If you’re ready to dedicate your focus to a slightly longer series of books, then you will definitely want to check out the Wheel Of Time series by Robert Jordan, which recently received a high-budget Amazon Prime adaptation.
This series is prized as one of the greatest in the genre thanks to its immense commitment to detail and fidelity within its fictional world.
Every aspect of its world is rendered with such care that it is difficult to not be drawn in.
It may take some work to get started with the series, but reading through each of the series entries is a joy in itself!
- A rich and realized world.
- Has a high-budget TV adaptation.
- The sheer length may prove too daunting for some.
Isaac Asimov is considered to be one of the most significant authors in the entirety of the science fiction genre, and when you read the Foundation series you will find that it’s not hard to tell why.
The Foundation series focuses on an empire that is seeing its end days, and how its people set about starting up a new one.
The story is incredibly gripping and full of political intrigue against the backdrop of an expansive sci-fi world.
- Expansive worldbuilding.
- Realistic stakes.
- Occasionally the plot can feel meandering.
If you want a mystery and intrigue story that is set against the backdrop of space exploration and speculative futures, then you will love The Expanse, which sees a vast interplanetary conspiracy unraveling at the seams as humanity fights to survive in the new frontier of space.
We loved the central characters of this series, and how they took archetypes, like the detective, and put a modern and sci-fi spin on them! I
t helped to keep the series enjoyable from the first book to the last!
- Features incredible characters.
- The inspiration for a successful television series.
- Some of the books in the series are light on action.
Some of the best science fiction of all time explores concepts of consciousness within robotics and artificial intelligence, to explore real human anxieties about forced obsolescence as a result of automation.
However, some of the very best take a look at human consciousness, and what it takes to be truly human.
In exploring this, The Murderbot Diaries follows a murderous android who has grown to despise humans and wishes to better understand itself.
It’s very intriguing reading through the thoughts of this android, as he grapples with what it truly means to be alive and to have thoughts and feelings. It’s truly immense and life-changing.
- Explores deep concepts.
- Extremely well written.
- The subject matter may be too dark for some people.
If you want another great sci-fi dealing with concepts of time, space, and fate, then give some time to Revelation Space.
This immense book series of three books will truly bend your mind and awaken you to the possibilities within the genre that has yet to be touched on.
- One of the shorter series on this list, making it easy to digest.
- Highly regarded.
- Some readers were disappointed by the series’ ending.
This list is largely populated by sci-fi classics from decades past, but this does not mean to suggest that there is not plenty of fantastic sci-fi being published to this very day.
Wayfarers is one of the most acclaimed modern sci-fi series packed full of action, intrigue, and philosophical questions.
The books explore concepts such as family and what it means to belong somewhere in such a vast and often uncaring universe.
We loved this series for its out-of-this-world setting but also its ability to explore down-to-earth themes and ideas.
- One of the more digestible series on this list.
- Easy to wrap the mind around.
- More hardcore sci-fi fans may find this series a little too simplistic.
Idris, the lead character of the Final Architecture series is a genetically modified super soldier designed to help save the human species to survive in the harsh and immense universe that surrounds them.
However, when soldiers of Idris’ kind suddenly find themselves becoming obsolete, he must contend with his existence and find out what new purpose he could possibly have.
This is a very challenging novel that will influence you to consider a massive number of things about human existence. It’s fascinating.
- Author Adrian Tchaikovsky won the Arthur C. Clarke award for his work.
- Explores very deep subjects.
- Portions of the series are very slow.
If you want to better understand the immense work of modern sci-fi master Adrian Tchaikovsky, then we strongly recommend giving the Children Of Time series of three books a read as soon as you can!
These immense books saw Adrian Tchaikovsky winning the highly coveted Arthur C. Clarke award, which made him a superstar within the genre.
The story follows a select group of humans charged with finding a new home planet for humanity.
As the group arrives at their new Eden, they soon find themselves embroiled in a conflict over who is the rightful heir of the planet, setting off a saga of intrigue and political turmoil!
- Adrian Tchaikovsky’s most celebrated fictional work.
- Easy and gripping to read.
- Some of the characters are a little thin on personality.
Orson Scott Card’s saga about child soldiers genetically engineered to fight and die in a brutal interplanetary war has become one of the most cherished sci-fi works of recent years thanks to its willingness to explore some often harrowing topics.
The concept of child soldiers is already horrifying enough, but the idea of those same soldiers being bred purely for warfare brings up a whole new moral quandary that this series devotes its time to exploring.
- Very action-packed.
- Tackles some interesting moral issues.
- Some readers have noted some volumes are a little slower paced.
Sci-fi stories about war are nothing new, and this can make it difficult to find books that deal with the concept exceptionally well.
This series from Iain M. Banks has arguably one of the most intriguing and well-realized conflicts in all of sci-fi.
Check out this series if you are looking for your next obsession.
- An interesting twist on interplanetary conflict.
- Beautifully written.
- Requires significant time investment.
This space opera series is something of a cult classic within the science fiction community because it features a truly interesting story that can easily draw readers in.
The central character, Honor Harrington must navigate the social and political horrors that come with exploring deep space and expanding the human race.
The series is thus able to touch on some great humor and social commentary while also being a sci-fi epic for the ages.
- Features gripping and three-dimensional characters.
- Humorous and engaging.
- One of the lengthiest series on this list.
This is a series that is treasured as a perfect entry point for new sci-fi readers and those well-versed in the genre.
The war for new human colonies depicted here is bloody and brutal but never difficult to follow.
The series’ clarity is easily one of its strongest suits!
- Perfect for beginners.
- Well realized.
- Potentially a daunting length.
If you want to further understand why Arthur C. Clarke is such a revered name then try out this story about a spaceship filled with evidence of advanced civilizations on a collision course with the sun!
- Features Arthur C. Clarke’s masterful writing.
- One of the best-selling series on this list.
- Some readers noted the fourth book losing a bit of steam.
What do you do when you discover a weirdly-shaped world with a sun at its center? You send a crack team of a human and a cat-like alien to investigate its many secrets.
But what will be discovered over the course of the journey to understand the titular ‘Ringworld’? Make sure to read this series to find out for yourself!
- A riveting adventure.
- Features well-developed central characters you’ll love.
- The midpoint of the series can drag.
This trilogy of novels explores the ‘Second Empire of Man’, as the Empire expands to the furthest reaches of space. But what happens when this long-held Empire faces its biggest threat yet?
This series explores what it would be like if humanity really did expand into the farthest reaches of space, and its political commentary could easily be applied to the real world.
- Incredibly engrossing.
- Very current despite its futuristic setting.
- The final novel changes authors, which may be a drawback for some.
This series of books actually gave way to the development of the popular Altered Carbon Netflix series.
The books follow Takeshi Kovacs, an agent who had actually previously died, and now is housed in a new body one hundred and eighty light years into the future.
It’s a truly remarkable story that discusses the concept of human existence and what it actually means to be a human being.
- The Netflix series, as well as the novels, have received significant acclaim.
- Beautiful prose.
- Understanding the reading order can be annoying.
The 3 books in the New Sun series are amongst some of the best sci-fi stories we have ever had the joy of partaking in, and we have no doubt that you will enjoy these novels just as much as we did.
The novels are often compared to the works of Tolkien. To understand why you’ll have to read this sci-fi masterwork for yourself.
- Tolkien-quality writing.
- Immense world-building.
- Some readers have suggested that three novels are not enough to explore everything the series touches upon.
This is a sci-fi series that not only explores the endless bounds of space, but also the endless spiritual bounds of the mind.
The story explores a universe that has been divided into distinct regions of thought, and how it is navigated. It’s truly fascinating, and will have your own mind feeling incredibly twisted!
- Explores the psychology of space travel.
- Features deep themes.
- Perhaps a little obtuse for newer sci-fi readers.
The ‘Uplift’ is a secret and mysterious force that guides species to want to look to the stars above, to see what lies across those vast distances. But only one species has ever achieved anything without the ‘uplift’. Humans.
This series explores the human question of the meaning of life and plumbs some surprising depths!
- Very introspective and deep.
- Very innovative.
- A very long series.
With a series title like that, you should definitely expect a wild and fun time full of surprises, and it definitely does not lack in those departments.
The story focuses on an expedition to find a spaceship that may have the key to ending world hunger, but what they find on the ship instead is totally surprising and mindblowing.
Make sure to try this series for yourself to find out what it is!
- The central hook of the series is engaging.
- Superbly paced.
- The series is perhaps a little bit short.
This series came hot off of the heels of The Chronicles Of Thomas Covenant, an acclaimed series by Stephen R. Donaldson.
However, we believe that The Gap Cycle is deserving of this final spot thanks to how immense it is, and how well it tells its story.
The story is very classically styled, and explores things such as good and evil, amongst an exciting interplanetary backdrop!
- Written by an acclaimed author.
- Engaging from end to end.
- Some readers believe that 5 volumes is too long.
Now that you’ve seen some of the best that sci-fi has to offer, you’re likely feeling a bit daunted by choice. Well, join us below to find out how to pick the perfect sci-fi series for you!
Choose A Series Of The Perfect Length
Most of the series we have explored over the course of this list have very varying lengths, and this is something you are going to want to consider when picking the perfect series for you to read!
If you are someone that has trouble finding time to read, you may not be able to dedicate yourself to a 14-volume epic. In that case, you should instead opt for something closer to 3 volumes in length!
Choose A Book You Will Understand
Science fiction is a genre that seeks to immerse you in totally new worlds, and to this end, such books may often be packed to the brim with specialized jargon.
Such books are often considered to be best for veteran sci-fi readers.
If you are new to the genre, try to choose a series that is filled with less jargon and that is not strictly hard-sci-fi.
Choose The Right Topic
Sci-fi is a genre that touches on a massive number of topics and ideas, and as such, you can easily cater your experience of it by focusing on what interests you.
For instance, if you just have no interest in spaceships and spaceflight, then you may want to avoid series that touch on this!
Choose The Right Authors
Let’s say you read one of Arthur C. Clarke’s many acclaimed sci-fi series and you totally adored it.
The best next step would be to have a look at some of the author’s other works as you would most likely adore them!
Read Books Recommended By Friends
If you have a friend or a loved one that you greatly value the opinion of, then you would be able to get a lot of value out of asking them for some of their own favorite science fiction series.
This is one of the best ways to find a perfect series for you to read because the friend or family member will have a great understanding of who you are and what your tastes are, so they will be able to cater their recommendations accordingly.
Look For Critics Reviews
If you don’t have anyone within your immediate circle of friends that you could call upon for a series recommendation, then you could always rely on the guidance of trusted critics and reviewers within the world of fiction or even critics that specialize in science-fiction.
This can be a great way to discover some very underrated gems because of the fact that critics are employed to read countless different series to give their opinions on!
Ask Around Your Local Bookstore
Staff at your favorite bookstore may be more than happy to make some recommendations so you can find the perfect book for your tastes.
Make sure to depend on the expert opinions of those working there! You never know, you just might find something totally special and often overlooked and end up with a new favorite!
To Wrap Up
Though sci-fi is a genre with many masterworks, these are easily some of the best series of novels you could possibly read within the genre!
Why not try one of the entries for yourself? No doubt somewhere on this list is the perfect next obsession for you, and our handy buyer’s guide will help you to find the perfect series for your tastes!
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is The Most Sold Sci-fi Book?
Easily the highest-selling science fiction book of all time is the beloved Dune. This book has sold over 20 million copies, just ahead of the 4-million copies record set by 1984 by George Orwell.
What Is The Most Read Fiction Book?
Easily the biggest-selling and most widely-read book series in all of human history is Harry Potter, which has sold a collective 500 million copies, a truly impressive number that has yet to even be challenged.
The first book of the series, alone, has sold 120 million copies.
Is Harry Potter Science Fiction?
Many people often find themselves wondering if the Harry Potter series of books would fit into the label of a science fiction franchise.
Harry Potter would not be considered science fiction, and instead would be considered a fantasy series.
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