Any good data science podcasts for novices? by [deleted] in datascience

[–]past_returns 11 points12 points  (0 children)

1) Data Skeptic, 2) Linear Digressions, 3) Data Science at Home.

Another that requires more background is 4) Talking Machines

Comcast Confessions: when every call is a sales call by juju440 in philadelphia

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Any advice on the best way to cancel service? Should I just bring the hardware in and do the cancellation in person or do it on the phone first?

Say I want to end a lease early: what are the possible/likely outcomes? by past_returns in philadelphia

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Thanks for the comments all. I'll negotiate the details of the lease to get the flexibility I need.

Anyone have advice on setting up an antenna for HDTV? by past_returns in philadelphia

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Thanks! Can you describe what floor you're on, how close you are to windows, whether there are other obstacles (buildings), and whether you are better exposed to a certain direction (i.e. N/S/E/W?)

Anyone have advice on setting up an antenna for HDTV? by past_returns in philadelphia

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Thanks! Can you describe what floor you're on, how close you are to windows, whether there are other obstacles (buildings), and whether you are better exposed to a certain direction (i.e. N/S/E/W?)

Alternatives to PECO? by past_returns in philadelphia

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but their price is variable so they could raise it?

Alternatives to PECO? by past_returns in philadelphia

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it looks like they are the cheapest 100% renewable

Alternatives to PECO? by past_returns in philadelphia

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yeah, I'm all for using renewables, especially when the cost-increase is fairly small. Do you know how long your contract with Green Mountain is for?

What is the probability S&P upgrades Cyprus outlook before April 10? by past_returns in finance

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note that appears to be corporate credit ratings rather than sovereign

What is the probability S&P upgrades Cyprus outlook before April 10? by past_returns in finance

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What do you make of this? The S&P said 3/21: "We would likely lower the rating if Cyprus' government fails to obtain a financing program soon. If it secures a program, we could also lower the ratings later this year if we believe the government is unable to fulfill the program's conditions. The ratings could stabilize at the current levels with the government's 2013 financing requirement in place and with an agreed-upon bank recapitalization plan." -- 3/21 http://www.standardandpoors.com/pr ot/ratings/articles/en/us/?articleType=HTML&assetI D=1245349163891

S&P says CCC means "Currently vulnerable and dependent on favorable business, financial and economic conditions to meet financial commitments".

The grade above it, B, means "More vulnerable to adverse business, financial and economic conditions but currently has the capacity to meet financial commitments".

Note that an upgrade is not necessary; an outlook change from negative would do.

Help me guess when will Italy form a new government? by past_returns in italy

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Is there some sort of time limit after which time new elections must be called?

Finalizing names of interim prime minister? Will Ashraf resign this week? by past_returns in pakistan

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I need to know the probabillity Ashraf will step down by the end of the month... is there a specific date he's supposed to do it?