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[aabattery]

1 minute ago, CoolioD1 said:

please don't disrespect gragra. she saved the homeless population of mos espa!

 

Just as you posted this the Swokes Swokes representatives in the senate popped up on screen.

 

[CoolioD1]

ah yes, i've just found my old yearbook quote.

 

[Jayhawk the Hutt]

Watched AOTC and ROTS last night. Happy that I'm now on to the good stuff. Actually had a really fun time with ROTS, though the beers I had while watching certainly factored into that.

[aabattery]

My veins are now full of THE PHANTOM MENACE.

[Porthos]

 

In a just world, this would be the straw that broke the camel's back in getting this person booted out of Congress. 

 

He isn't even trying to hide it anymore.

[robertman2]

Bout to watch RotS

[AniNate]

44 minutes ago, Porthos said:

 

In a just world, this would be the straw that broke the camel's back in getting this person booted out of Congress. 

 

He isn't even trying to hide it anymore.

 

Diversity isn't widely considered a positive virtue in every culture. I'm under the impression there's even more contempt for Muslims in certain European countries than in the US.

[WrathOfHan]

Placed holds for The Maze Runner, The Disaster Artist, and It at my library. I'll be able to pick up the first two tomorrow, but I'm the sixth hold for It  Any other books I should get?

[franfar]

20 hours ago, Lor San Tele said:

So I just found out on twitter that square dancing was popularized in a racist effort to destroy jazz, and that quicksand porn is a thing. 

Someone I follow RTd a thread talking about that 

[aabattery]

Now it is time for ATTACK OF THE CLONES.

[Jonwo]

4 hours ago, tribefan695 said:

New NYC subway cars

 

http://web.mta.info/nyct/R211OpenHouseFeedback.html

 

 

They're definitely more colorful

They look nice and seem to have adopted the walk through design that's common on most trains and metro systems around the world. How old is the current stock?

 

I wonder why the Subway doesn't have cushioned seats, surely it's not that expensive, even the Tube in London has them

[MrGamer]

4 minutes ago, ReyReyBattery said:

Now it is time for ATTACK OF THE CLONES.

 

[RichWS]

8 minutes ago, Jonwo said:

I wonder why the Subway doesn't have cushioned seats, surely it's not that expensive, even the Tube in London has them

 

Because they would be beyond disgusting in a matter of minutes.

[AniNate]

My assessment of the NYC subways from the brief time I was there was that they appeared to be on the verge of collapse. They looked like they hadn't undergone maintenance in years, certainly compared to Toronto and Chicago's systems which are pretty nice and modern looking. Cleveland's rail lines used to be kind of ugly but they were recently refurbished and look pretty good now, especially since they finally got an audible computer voice to announce the stops.

[Dementeleus]

30 minutes ago, WrathOfHan said:

Placed holds for The Maze Runner, The Disaster Artist, and It at my library. I'll be able to pick up the first two tomorrow, but I'm the sixth hold for It  Any other books I should get?

 

Something not being turned into a movie?

 

Barring that, “Annihilation” by Jeff Van Der Meer

[Jonwo]

 

11 minutes ago, tribefan695 said:

My assessment of the NYC subways from the brief time I was there was that they appeared to be on the verge of collapse. They looked like they hadn't undergone maintenance in years, certainly compared to Toronto and Chicago's systems which are pretty nice and modern looking. Cleveland's rail lines used to be kind of ugly but they were recently refurbished and look pretty good now, especially since they finally got an audible computer voice to announce the stops.

 

Proper investment in key to people using public transport. TfL for example has invested big money and it's paid off with increased passenger numbers. The Elizabeth Line in 2018 is going to be great and provide a faster way of getting around London.

 

I've been to NY a few times and I've barely used the Subway, I tend to walk or get a Cab. The L Train in Chicago, the trams in SF and the The T in Boston were decent. I didn't use any public transport when I was in Toronto as I just walked using the PATH system and also a cab. The trams in Toronto looked nice though.

 

A question for @Lor San Tele or anyone based in LA, I went there and public transport seem non existent compared to other major cities but I've heard there is going to be a expansion of the Metro system. I wonder if LA could ever reduce their car or cab assumption and adopt light rail or invest more in public transport?

Edited December 9, 2017 by Jonwo

[MrGamer]

35 minutes ago, WrathOfHan said:

Placed holds for The Maze Runner, The Disaster Artist, and It at my library. I'll be able to pick up the first two tomorrow, but I'm the sixth hold for It  Any other books I should get?

How to Win Friends and Influence People

[WrathOfHan]

4 minutes ago, Lor San Tele said:

 

Something not being turned into a movie?

 

Barring that, “Annihilation” by Jeff Van Der Meer

I placed holds for Catcher in the Rye and Great Gatsby too; don't worry  

 

I was thinking about putting that, Red Sparrow, and Sharp Objects, but I'll already be getting three books tomorrow. They'll have to wait.

[AniNate]

I will say the NYC subs are pretty reliable and efficient. If you need to get up and down Manhattan the subways are the easiest way to do it. I really stressed myself out debating whether or not to get a week pass for the four days I spent there but ultimately I had no regrets buying it.

 

Toronto's system is kind of limited but it was definitely helpful for getting around during TIFF. I learned relying on the trams was a lost cause.

 

 

Edited December 9, 2017 by tribefan695

[Jonwo]

Just now, tribefan695 said:

I will say they're pretty reliable and efficient. If you need to get up and down Manhattan the subways are the easiest way to do it. I really stressed myself out debating whether or not to get a week pass for the four days I spent there but ultimately I had no regrets buying it.

 

Toronto's system is kind of limited but it was definitely helpful for getting around during TIFF. I learned relying on the trams was a lost cause.

Did you use the PATH in Toronto? I thought it was a great way of getting to places and it's warm!!!

 

I do find the Subway is very behind in terms of technology, they're only just investing in smart travel cards and contactless travel which many cities have had for years!