How geothermal digging can create earthquakes

The New York Times outlines how geothermal project in California can generate small earthquakes.

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Microdisney - Hello Rascals

On this date in 1982, Microdisney released their debut single, "Hello Rascals". It was backed by "The Helicopter Of The Holy Ghost". Neither track appeared on a regular album, though both appeared on the early compilation, We Hate You South African Bastards! (later renamed Love Your Enemies). The Cork, Ireland post punk/power pop band eventually moved towards a more mainstream sound when they relocated to London. They disbanded in 1988 after four albums, several singles and a compilation.



Wikipedia: Microdisney

A Fansite: bubbyworld.com/microdisney

Blogload: Microdisney - Hello Rascals - 7 inch (both sides) - roomswithbrittleviews.blogspot.com

Spizzenergi:2 - Jungle Fever

On this date in 1982, Spizzenergi:2 released their eleventh single, "Jungle Fever". It was backed by "The Meaning". This was their eleventh single collectively based on all the band's names to date. They had been around since 1978 and had been known up to this point as Spizzoil, Spizzenergi, Athletico Spizz 80, The Spizzles and, now, Spizzenergi 2. Neither track appeared on an album until a 1996 compilation. The West Midlands, England punk/new wave band effectively disbanded in 1982 but has gotten together on and off since then and has recorded.



Wikipedia: Spizzenergi

Official Website: spizzenergi.com

Blogload: Spizzenergi - Spizz Not Dead. Shock! - a compilation - downunderground.blogspot.com

King Kurt - Zulu Beat

On this date in 1982, King Kurt released their debut single, "Zulu Beat". It was backed by "Rockin' Kurt". Both tracks appeared on their debut album, Ooh Wallah Wallah, though they were both re-recorded. The single was an independent release that got them enough attention to get them signed to Stiff Records. The English psychobilly band released three albums before disbanding briefly in 1988. The band members change often but they are still together with lead singer Smeg still up front.



Wikipedia: King Kurt

Official Website: alcoholic-rats.com/000_new_king_kurt_front_page

Blogload: King Kurt - Ooh Wallah Wallah - radiosatan.blogspot.com

Dead Or Alive - The Stranger

On this date in 1982, Dead Or Alive released their fourth single, "The Stranger". It was backed by "Some Of That". It was their fourth independent release and their last. They were signed after this single. While it did not chart in the U.K., it did reach the #10 spot on the Japanese singles chart. Neither track appeared on an album. They did not release their first album until 1984. The Liverpool, England new wave band released a download-only album last year.



Wikipedia: Dead Or Alive

Official Website: deadoralive.net

Blogload: Dead Or Alive - Lots of early Stuff including the "The Stranger" 7-inch (both sides) - music-isms.blogspot.com

The Teardrop Explodes - Passionate Friend

On this date in 1981, The Teardrop Explodes released their sixth single, "Passionate Friend". It was backed by "Christ Versus Warhol". The A side appeared on their second and final album, Wilder. The B side was a non-LP track. The single reached the #25 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The Liverpool, England post punk band disbanded in 1982 after two albums. Lead singer Julian Cope went on to become a successful solo artist. Keyboardist Paul Simpson formed The Wild Swans.



Wikipedia: The Teardrop Explodes

Video: The Teardrop Explodes - Passionate Friend - on TV - 1981 - youtube

Blogload: The Teardrop Explodes - Wilder - mapref41n93w.blogspot.com

Globalisation of the Premier League

The BBC have attempted a geographical visualisation outlining the origin of players in the Premier League. There is a club-by-club comparison from today and twenty years ago. There are a number of issues with it (no labelling, no zoom, poor choice of map projection), but it might help spark debate amongst students.

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