Grahame

Top Gear is back with a new studio, and the old track. Chemistry has had a chance to mature, and the removal of the shouty ginger git is for the best. Automotive prOn with Mr Harris and the FXXK, and a suitably epic old school challenge that didn't feel over scripted / cringeworthy. Value add web/ "Extra" for the car nerds. A solid start ( mark II ). (Even if it is "only" 1080p)

What? http://m.hardocp.com/news/2017/03/03/brents_gtx_1080_ti_notes

Have had previous bad experiences with Scottish Power (confusing web site, you can pay them electronically, but they only issue refunds by cheque etc etc) Then there's the looming UK "Energy Gap" (having less generation capacity then demand, and long lead times for new builds ... oops, too late) ... Have fun, Craig https://www.imeche.org/news/news-article/closure-of-uk-coal-and-nuclear-plants-to-create-electricity-supply-gap-of-up-to-55-by-2025 (pdf report https://www.imeche.org/docs/default-source/position-statements-energy/imeche-ps-electricity-gap.pdf?sfvrsn=0 ) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Energy_in_the_United_Kingdom#UK_.27energy_gap.27

Meanwhile ... http://www.pcgamer.com/bolivia-files-a-formal-complaint-with-france-over-ghost-recon-wildlands/

Happy Birthday (and cheaper parking) Nate.

Happy Birthday!

Meanwhile... Tidal may have some lossless competition from Spotify http://www.theverge.com/2017/3/1/14776780/spotify-hi-fi-preparing-launch-lossless-audio-tier

Let me know what you negotiate, so I can undercut Chris with my 970 GTX, because saving money and seeing Chris suffer is a win-win, right Brent?

Lunch à deux And there was cornbread

Yesterday, Jump started the car 3 times with this, After the battery finally failed after 5 years and 10 months, as the starting had become progressively more suspect. Bought a replacement battery. I picked up a couple, after reading up on the Wirecutter, after "someone" managed to flatten a battery by means unknown (probably by leaving a light on, or door/trunk open). Small enough and light weight enough to keep in the car, and get to the battery, if say you have parked nose in, or would otherwise be unable to get a conventional jump start from another vehicle. Handy logic indicator lights in the cable (reminds you disconnect after starting) I'm a believer. Available from Costco https://m.costco.com/Lithium-Jump-Starter-And-Portable-Power-Bank-.product.100312116.html More details from the manufacturer http://winplus.com/usa/products/car-jump-start-portable-power-bank/

Stealth mode pays off

Meanwhile ...

RIP Bill. Game Over, man. Indeed.

Really? http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Gentleman+of+Leisure&defid=1637873 Happy Birthday, Naaman!

In that case, Jeff, you'd be fine with Killing Floor 2 and Titanfall 2. That approach can also be applied to Project CARS

Hearty Lamb Stew

Meanwhile ... http://www.baconandbeerclassic.com/ esp. http://www.baconandbeerclassic.com/santa-clara-bacon-and-beer-classic-2017/ From the FAQ's IS THERE A LIMIT ON HOW MUCH BACON AND BEER IS SERVED? Each brewery will serve 3 ounce samples of two signature beers. Attendees can sample every bacon-infused dish on site. I DON'T DRINK. CAN I STILL ATTEND? Yes, of course! We always provide water, and offer a variety of non-alcoholic beverage options at select venues. hmm...

Meanwhile ...

Happy Birthday, Dan.

Happy Birthday, other Al.

Happy Birthday, Colin!

Happy Birthday, Steve People tell me it will be a tremendous birthday, yuuuuge, believe me.

Happy Birthday Ed, Here's to a heathy Ed 2.0, and Many More!

Meanwhile ... Via: http://www.businessinsider.com/apple-planet-of-the-apps-show-trailer-2017-2 Some mean tweets on recode No, Just No! https://medium.com/@dermdaly/planet-of-the-apps-no-just-no-48f6a9fe85ac#.mhr14xpy3

Something to lipread https://video.twimg.com/tweet_video/C4g2JG6WAAEs43w.mp4