Isn’t Technology Wonderful
Now there’s the neocube! I mean who thinks these things up anyway?
One Path to the Future: Transition Towns
We know our society is not on a sustainable path, and we’re probably all coming to the realization that the big systemic changes will not come from the top. Take heart; a lot of changes are already happening all over the globe, they’re just ignored by the media.
King’s Speech Heard Loud and Clear by Globes Voters
The King’s Speech and The Social Network were confirmed as leading Oscar contenders this morning when each snagged several Golden Globe nominations.
Holbrooke’s last words: ‘You’ve got to stop this war in Afghanistan’
America’s chief envoy to Afghanistan Richard Holbrooke spoke chilling last words about the nine-year military conflict before his death Monday night.
British Humour
British humour is NOT Benny Hill
How cold is too cold for our pets?
So how cold does it have to be before we take measures to protect our beloved pets? Dr. Patty has the answers so just click the link.
California Judge – Festivus is a religion
Don’t know what the big deal is, if Scientology is a religion, then so is Festivus.
The War You Don’t See
Legendary journalist, John Pilger, has a new documentary about manipulation of the media during war, most of us will probably never see it.
Christmas in Hawaii – Mele Kalikimaka
Mele Kalikimaka is Hawaiian for Merry Christmas, but seasonable celebrations go way back. Well before the ancients knew about western culture.
Obama’s deal to extend tax cuts works for Independents
The liberal wing of the Democratic Party is furious over President Obama’s deal with congressional Republicans on extending the Bush tax cuts, but the move is likely to go over well with independent voters.
French Humour (quick joke)
French joke.
Richard Holbrooke dead at 69…
Richard Holbrooke, a brilliant and feisty US diplomat who wrote part of the Pentagon Papers, was the architect of the 1995 Bosnia peace plan, and served as President Obama’s special envoy to Pakistan and Afghanistan, died today.