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High-Speed Rail Coming to America...South America

High-speed rail is finally coming to America. However it's Argentina and not the United States that will be the first "New World" country to build a high-speed rail system and join the modern age of transportation.

The biggest scam ever perpetrated: The Federal Reserve Act

Many Americans will be shocked to discover that the principle business of the Fed is to print money from nothing, lend it to the U.S. government and charge interest on these loans. Who keeps the interest?

The Anatomy of a Distaster; The Clinton Campaign

How did the Clinton campaign get here? Just a few months ago, few imagined she'd be struggling to catch up to Obama

Who's No. 1? $14.3M License Plate Buyer

Man pays record amount for car license plate at Abu Dhabi auction.

Hillary Clinton Officially Wins Ohio and Texas

Obama still leads overall, but Hillary has won Ohio and Texas

Gary Vaynerchuk knows marketing

I respect the dude, but I had no idea that he was this big. (scroll down for video)

Six Flags, Dubai plan Arab world theme parks (Reuters)

Reuters - U.S. theme park operator Six Flags Inc
said it agreed with company owned by the ruler of Dubai
to develop theme parks in the Arab world, including one in
Dubai in Six Flag's first foray outside North America.

Hollywood's Greatest On-Screen Pairs

When the right chemistry is in place, one plus one equals big box office hit.

Economy - Monday (Investor's Business Daily)

Investor's Business Daily - Philadelphia Fed President Charles Plosser said he doesn't see a return to '70s-style stagflation. He expects "very slow" economic growth in the 1st half of the year but improvement in the 2nd. Home prices should stabilize this year. Plosser spoke before the Nat'l Association for Business Economics, which released a survey showing just 48% of members think monetary policy is "about right," vs. 72% who thought so in March.

Obama wins on civil liberties

NY Times editorial says our privacy rights not as big a priority for Clinton

Did a Scandal Cost Boeing the $40B Bid?

A 4-year-old scandal may have scuttled Boeing's bid for an Air Force contract.

Why I Called Fox News "Propoganda" Live on Fox News

I ripped into Fox "News" while on a Fox "News" morning show last week. I thought I'd answer a bunch of questions people had about the incident.

10 Tips: Renting rather than buying?

Given the current state of the housing market in many parts of the country, it might make more financial sense for you to rent for the time being rather than buy a home.

20 Money Hacks: Tips and Tricks to Improve Your Finances

Improving your finances improves your happiness, in general, so I thought it would be important to share stuff that’s worked for me.

Does Experience Matter in a President?

A story is often told at times like this — times when American voters are choosing among candidates richly seasoned with political experience and those who are less experienced but perhaps more exciting alternatives.

Answer Desk: A hostile takeover playbook

If Microsoft has the cash to buy rival Yahoo, why can’t it just call up a stock broker and? buy? all of Yahoo's stock? The Answer Desk, by msnbc.com's John W. Schoen.

How A Secret Pentagon Program Came To Abu Ghraib

"The roots of the Abu Ghraib prison scandal lie not in the criminal inclinations of a few Army reservists but in a decision, approved last year [2003] by Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, to expand a highly secret operation, which had been focussed on the hunt for Al Qaeda, to the interrogation of prisoners in Iraq."

Sad, self-absorbed shoppers spend more

If you’re sad and shopping, watch your wallet: A new study shows people’s spending judgment goes out the window when they’re down, especially if they’re a bit self-absorbed.

Get Money Back From Your Credit Card

You may qualify for a check for excessive foreign-transaction fees.

TV That Sounds Like a Million Bucks

Think your HDTV was spendy? Think again. Home audio goes super high end.

Consumer Spending Stalls in January

Looming recession discourages Americans from spending.

America Loves Peace? Odd, Since We're Always at War

Sure, any war can be spun as some necessity against some Very Bad Person, preferably of brown skin, slanted eyes and/or differing deity. Not only can any war be so spun, probably every war there ever was has been, at least since the days when governments had to start offering some justification or another for their little foreign adventures.

Not lovin' it any more - McDonald's ad guru kills himself

Ad exec Paul Tilley apparently jumped from an upper floor of the Fairmont Chicago Hotel Friday, and his death was ruled a suicide by the Cook County medical examiner's office. In his career, he led creative teams that came up with Dell's "Dude, You're Gettin' a Dell" campaign and advertising in McDonald's "I'm Lovin' It" effort. RIP

Find Big-Time Success at Work

Tips and secrets for increasing your sales and your salary.

Retail Crunch: Sears, Kohl's Profits Fall

Retailers report dramatic drop and plan to slash inventory for turnaround.

Bush in denial?

President Bush said Thursday the country is not recession-bound and, despite expressing concern about slowing economic growth, rejected for now any additional stimulus efforts. "We acted robustly," he said.

Prince Harry fighting Taleban, MoD says

Despite earlier not being sent to Iraq - and getting a lot of flak for it, prince Harry has been reported to have been on the front line in Afganistan

10 Tips: Dating services help

Consumer complaints about dating services has jumped 73 percent. If you’re using a dating service, these tips can help you avoid feeling heartbroken because you spent too much.

Southwest Air responds to the 'too pretty to fly' accusation

Southwest Airlines, responding to claims by two female passengers that they were discriminated against because of their good looks and banned from future flights, released a statement via YouTube disputing their story. Hooray for SWA!

Dollar Sinks to All-Time Low Against Euro

Weak US economy to blame for dollar's woes worldwide.

South Africa to allow elephant cull

South Africa says it will reverse a ban on elephant culls because the population now needs controlling.

Economy - Wednesday (Investor's Business Daily)

Investor's Business Daily - Home loan demand dived 19.2% in the week ended Feb. 22 as mortgage rates continued to rebound, the Mortgage Bankers Assoc. said. MBA's applications index fell to 665.1, the lowest so far in '08 and down 39% over 3 weeks. Refi activity plunged 30.4% during the week. Mortgage applications for buying a home edged up 0.2% from the prior week's near-5-year low. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage hit 6.27%, up from 6.09% a week before and 5.5% in the week ended Jan. 18.

Fed Forecasts Slower Economy, Less Jobs

In documents released today, the Fed says it expects slower economic growth.

McCain: "The War Will Be Over Soon"

"My friends, the war will be over soon, the war for all intents and purposes although the insurgency will go on for years and years and years. But it will be handled by the Iraqis, not by us, and then we decide what kind of security arrangement we want to have with the Iraqis."

The End of America

A must see

BREAKING: Greenpeace activists have breached security at Heathrow Airport

Greenpeace activists have breached security at Heathrow Airport and climbed on top of a Boeing aeroplane.

U.S. Economy Chills Canada

Canadians grapple with fears over their economy as Americans buy fewer exports.

Obama Crushing Hillary and McCain in New National Polls

Two new national polls show Barack Obama surging against Hillary Clinton in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination. In a New York Times-CBS News poll, 54 percent of Democratic primary voters say they would prefer the party to nominate Barack Obama while 38 percent prefer Hillary Clinton.

Home Depot Has First Annual Sales Dip

The home-improvement store says profits fell 27.5 percent last quarter.

When And How: The U.S. Lost 8 Nuclear Weapons

During the Cold War the United States military misplaced at least eight nuclear weapons permanently. These are the stories of what the Department of Defense calls “broken arrows”

Feng Shui, McDonald's Style

California McDonald's aims to boost sales with a feng shui furniture makeover.

In denial: Why file tax returns?

While we may sometimes fantasize about just not paying our income taxes, such wishful thinking has turned into actions of denial by some would-be filers. Big mistake.

Supreme Court allows retirement plan suits

The Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that individual participants in the most common type of retirement plan can sue under a pension protection law to recover their losses.

Existing Home Sales Hit 9-Year Low

Sales of single-family homes and condos dropped by four-tenths of one percent.

No Oil, No Peace, No Problem

In 'Fuel of War,' players can have fun as an oil shortage spurs a new world war.

Dot-Com Dollars: Web Names Bring Riches

Many names sold for more than $100K in '07; an adult-themed name sold for $9.5M.

Clintons' Tax Returns Would Cast a Wider Light

Clinton is resisting calls from Obama to follow him in releasing personal tax returns, arguing that large amounts of her personal financial information are already public.

Newsweek catches John McCain in a web of lies

Following the New York Times expose on McCain's connection with lobbyist friends Newsweek catches McCain in a web of lies.

GOP congressman indicted for extortion, money laundering

Republican Rep. Rick Renzi has been indicted for extortion, wire fraud, money laundering and other charges related to a land deal in Arizona

What the Candidates Have Raised and Spent (so far)

Senators Obama & Clinton have each spent more than $100 Million on their campaigns so far. But Mr. Obama is in a much better financial position going into the remaining primaries because he more money in the bank.

Rick Renzi Indicted: McCain Co-Chair Hit For Fraud, Etc.

Republican Rep. Rick Renzi (REN-zee) has been indicted for extortion, wire fraud, money laundering and other charges related to a land deal in Arizona. (Straight Talk express goes off a cliff & explodes in fiery wreck)

California: Legalize Pot In 2008

The well known marijuana legalization activist Jack Herer is leading an initiative to get marijuana legalization on the 2008 November ballot in California.

Over Half of Britons Claim No Religion

The report also calls for the disestablishment of the Church of England. The role and privileges of the established Church are challenged because they do not reflect “the religious demography of the country and the rising proportion of other Christian denominations.”

Russ Feingold: "I Voted for Barack Obama"

Senator Russ Feingold, a progressive icon who was the only Senator to vote against the Patriot Act in 2001, proposed the first timeline for bringing the troops home from Iraq and sought to censure Bush over warrantless wiretapping, said he voted in Tuesday's Wisconsin primary for Barack Obama.

Youngest Superdelegate - Now with Obama

I wanted to write to you today, before you see it in the news, to inform you that I have officially endorsed Senator Barack Obama for President of the United States. This was a difficult decision for me to make, but Tuesday's primary results showed a huge movement in Wisconsin, a movement of which I want to be a part!!!

U.S. Suggests Stock Adviser Knew of 9/11 - Kucinich to Investigate

A San Diego stock adviser who is accused of bribing an F.B.I. agent to give him confidential government information may have had prior knowledge of the Sept. 11 attacks, a federal prosecutor said yesterday. But a judge disregarded that contention and the advisers lawyer called the allegation ludicrous. Is It? Kucinich will investigate...

As Economy Slips, Yacht Sales Skyrocket

Your home's value might be falling, but these billionaire toys are appreciating.

Thousands of Students March 7 Miles To Vote

Early voting starts today in Texas. In Waller County, a primarily rural county about 60 miles outside Houston, the county made the decision to offer only one early voting location: at the County Courthouse in Hempstead, TX, the county seat.

The most overpriced suburbs in America

While many of the nation's homeowners are worried about falling home prices, others would argue they're not falling fast enough.

Some U.S. Cities Smarter Than Others

A new ranking identifies the 25 best-educated cities in the U.S.

Incredible lapse in security at Obama rally!

America wants a president of change, not a martyr, right? Keep our man safe!

Air Rebel: 'Any Publicity Is Good Publicity'

Irish airline's Ryanair's cheeky ads draw censure, but get everyone talking.

Belgrade protesters break into U.S. embassy

Smoke billowed from the American embassy in Belgrade after scores of protesters broke into the building on Thursday, cheered on by crowds outside, in a protest at U.S. support for Kosovo's independence.

Deputy tasers high school student against direct orders

Disgusting. Those things need to be banned.

Networks Interrupt Clinton Speech For Obama

Sen. Hillary Clinton began giving a speech on Tuesday night shortly after Wisconsin's results came in. But within minutes, Sen. Barack Obama appeared in Texas to give his victory speech, and the networks cut Clinton off. Ouch. Watch it:

It Pays To Be A Bush Supporter

In October 2006, President Bush authorized the construction of a 700-mile border fence between the United States and Mexico.But not on property owned by Dallas billionaire Ray L. Hunt.

Re-Listing Homes: Marketing or Deception?

Many real estate agents re-list homes that haven't sold. Is it bad business?

Why the plagiarism card is a bad one for Hillary

This fight re-affirms the widely held belief that Hillary is petty and negative... Either words DO matter, regardless of who says them, and they can bring about change... or they don't, as she originally stated. She can't have it both ways.

Answer Desk: How much will my rebate be?

What could be simpler than handing out tax rebates? Alas, with all things related to the U.S. tax code, the question of who gets what turns out to be not so simple.

Getting Your Rebate Fast

The two steps you can take to ensure you get your payment as soon as possible.

Father brain damaged by youth who served only half sentence

I think that capital punishment should be re-introduced in Britain for cases like this one.

Buffett: Bank Woes Are 'Poetic Justice'

Legendary billionaire investor says people drank "toxic Kool-Aid."

The World's Most Expensive Rental Markets

Thinking of renting a home overseas? These prices might force you to reconsider.

Renewable Energy Car

Willett Kempton sees your car--and the electric grid--as a solution to America's energy problem, not the source of it.

MSM Sources: REAL Reasons to Vote for Barack Obama

News sources on Barack Obama's record and why he is the better candidate.

Toshiba to announce HD DVD pullout on Tuesday: report (Reuters)

Reuters - Japan's Toshiba Corp (6502.T) will
announce plans to cease production and sales of HD DVD players
on Tuesday, the Nikkei business daily said.

Danger - Proof that American Economy & Dollar WILL Collapse

Watch the GAO Accounting office for the government on 60 minutes, telling you what the real deal is? Watch and stand up....research you candidates....each one..... Hillary, Ron Paul, Obama, Huckabee, McCain take a look at each one's views and platforms(Look for yourself dont just watch the news) and see who makes the most sense. PLEASE!

UPDATE: Obama Robbed in NY

This is huge. "Barack Obama's primary-night results were strikingly under recorded... ...In a predominantly black Brooklyn district for which Clinton was given credit for a 118-0 victory...the latest figures indicate that she may not even come out the winner - Obama currently has 116 votes to her 118."

What's Changed Since the Virginia Tech Massacre?

"You know, I wish I could tell you that there was a panacea for this kind of thing, but you've noticed that there's been multiple shootings all over this country within the last six months," NIU Police Chief Don Grady told reporters. "...it's unlikely that anyone would ever have the ability to stop an incident like this from beginning."

Scientists:Bush Censors,Suppresses,Falsifies Scientific Data

And they are asking Congress to make sure the next president doesn't do the same.

The Campus Emergency Business Boom

The Ill. shooting may aid the already booming emergency notification business.

Kosovo Declares Independence

Kosovo has formally declared its independence from Serbia and become the world's newest state...

Prominent Clinton Backer Says He’ll Vote for Obama

MILWAUKEE – Representative John Lewis, an iconic figure from the Civil Rights era and one of Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton’s most prominent black supporters, said Thursday night that he planned to cast his vote as a superdelegate for Senator Barack Obama in hopes of preventing a fight at the Democratic convention.

What $1 Million Buys In Homes Across The U.S.

From Boston to Burlingame, Calif., sneak a peek at how much property seven figures will purchase.

ABC News: In Kosovo, It's 'Independence Eve'

Tiny Kosovo poor, mostly Muslim but feverishly pro-Western braced itself Saturday for a historic declaration of independence from Serbia, a decade after a war that killed 10,000 people and years of limbo under U.N. rule.

Defending Liberty: Fighting Terrorism and Treason in America

Either our country stands for freedom, defends our constitution and protects liberty or it doesn’t.

The Battle for Saddam's Luxury Yacht

The dictator's yacht includes swimming pools, salons and a rocket launcher.

House finally considering contempt charges for Bush aides

The House on Thursday finally considered long delayed citations that would formalize contempt of congress charges against to Bush administration figures.A vote on the measure was expected later Thursday.

Superdelegates -- How YOU Can Help!

I just received an email from the Obama campaign with instructions on how we can help to win the hearts and minds of the superdelegates! They are asking for you to submit your story via their form, which they will compile and relay to the superdelegates. Click through to see the story I submitted, submit yours and digg this up!

Intel chair's letter to Bush on FISA: I will not back down

...to terrorists, or to Bush, says Congressman Reyes.

Luxury Hotels Boom in the Middle East

Palace-style hotels combine ancient aesthetics with modern indulgences.

I will end the war in Iraq… I will close Guantanamo.

When I am this party’s nominee, my opponent will not be able to say that I voted for the war in Iraq; or that I gave George Bush the benefit of the doubt on Iran; or that I supported Bush-Cheney policies of not talking to leaders that we don’t like......

Wal-Mart dumps HD DVDs to back Blu-ray (Reuters)

Reuters - Wal-Mart Stores Inc has
decided to exclusively sell high-definition DVDs in the Blu-Ray
format, dealing what could be a crippling blow to the rival HD
DVD technology backed by Toshiba Corp (6502.T).

Giuliani over his head in campaign debts

“We are deeper in the hole than I thought we would be,” John Gross, the campaign’s treasurer, wrote in an e-mail message obtained by the Times. “We cannot prefer any one creditor. We probably could make a 10% payment to all creditors but not much more.'

Bernanke: Economy Has 'Deteriorated'

Federal Reserve chairman says the nation's business prospects have deteriorated.

CNN: Romney to endorse McCain

CNN's Dana Bash reports that former Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney will endorse senator John McCain. The endorsement is expected to happen at a Boston event at 3:30 p.m. ET today.

Clintons' InfoUSA Ties Scrutinized, SEC investigation

Senator Clinton's campaign sold its donor list to a direct mail company currently under investigation by the SEC. The campaign sold out their supporters for a mere $8,255. Why? Turns out InfoUSA's CEO hired Bill Clinton as a consultant for over $3 mil, spent over $900k flying the Clintons around, and more. Hmmm.

Yahoo! to Jump in Bed With Murdoch?

In a bid to thwart Microsoft, embattled Yahoo! may partner with News Corp.

Hillary is getting desperate...

Bush on terrorist surveillance: "In order to be able to discover enemy — the enemy's plans, we need the cooperation of telecommunication companies. If these companies are subjected to lawsuits that could cost them billions of dollars, they won't participate; they won't help us; they won't help protect America."

10 Tips: How to score big at yard sales

With a little bit of advance planning, you can greatly improve your experience at garage sales and save serious cash on all sorts of purchases, both big and small.

Treasurys fall on strong retail sales (AP)

AP - Treasury prices fell Wednesday after a new retail sales report showed an unexpected increase in consumer spending for January after the dismal holiday season.

Bond insurer woes could become market tsunami: Spitzer (Reuters)

Reuters - The bond insurer problem must be
fixed, or else it could become a "financial tsunami" that
wreaks havoc on the broader economy, New York Governor Eliot
Spitzer is due to tell the U.S. Congress on Thursday.

Woman files $54m lawsuit against Best Buy for losing laptop

The best the Buy would offer for losing a $1,100 machine with all her data on it was a $900 gift card. After being informed of the potential for identity theft, Campbell filed the multimillion-dollar suit, which prompted Best Buy to up its offer to a whopping $2,100 plus a $500 gift card.

GM Reports $722M 4th Quarter Loss in 2007

This as it offers a new round of buyouts to 74,000 U.S. hourly workers.

Contribute $5.01 to Obama TODAY (Feb. 12)

Today, as was publicized before, is a money bomb for Barack. In honor of Lincoln's birthday throw him two Lincolns - the five and the penny (or any multiple thereof). This is a direct link to the main donation page.

Financial Times: Why Democrats must choose Obama

Hillary is tied to the past. She is the paradigm of business as usual, with the taint of dynastic succession thrown in.

Love can hurt — your bank account

From the first date until the time you finally head down the aisle, you can easily have spent more than $40,000 on vacations, jewelry, wedding expenses, and meals out, according to BusinessWeek's calculations .

How to Avoid Work at Home Scams

Want to make some fast cash while staying home? Well think twice.

The Siege: Denzel's Anti Torture speech (1998)

1998 , 2001 , 2008? Torture is always the same. I just don't know a better Anti Torture speech than this one!

Stocks rebound on tech values (Reuters)

Reuters - Stocks rose on Monday, rebounding from
the worst weekly loss in five years, as bargain-hunting and
takeover talk sparked gains in the technology sector and higher
oil prices lifted energy stocks.

Photo Gallery: Anonymous' Scientology Protest in Los Angeles

Portraits of the anons who raided the Church Of Scientology in Hollywood on 2/10/08.

Americans slow to spend down IRA balances

Americans who have money stored in Individual Retirement Accounts tend to hang on to it for use in the later years of their retirement, according to a study being released Monday.

And the Grammy goes to ... Barack Obama!

Obama on Sunday won the spoken word Grammy for the audiobook version of his blockbuster tome "The Audacity of Hope." It marked his second Grammy statuette, following a win in 2006 for "Dreams From My Father."

Obscenity: In the Eyes of the Beholder?

Charges dropped against A&F for mall posters of scantily clad youth.

Anonymous London Protest - 10 Feb 08

Anonymous protest and others protest outside the Scientology & Dianetics Centre on Tottenham Court Road, London on 10th February 2008.

Will Disney Keep Us Amused?

Disney is revamping one of its California theme parks by melding classic carnival games with virtual reality in an effort to keep up with the times. Will it pay off?

Another Recession Sign? Spending Slows

December consumer spending showed the weakest growth in more than a year.

Banter Is Enouraged at Some Workplaces

Small business owners should welcome employee chatter.

Microsoft Helps Nab $900M Piracy Ring

Global software piracy ring spread from L.A. to Taiwan.

Anonymous message to the People fighting Scientology

A message from Anonymous to everyone fighting Scientology.

Daily Show: Romney never recovered from being a douchebag

"What happened to the Romney campaign?" Jon Stewart asked correspondent Jason Jones. "He was well-funded, and he certainly looked the part," answered Jones, "but I don't think the Romney camp ever recovered from the fact that Mitt Romney is a douchebag."

Man Kills City Council After Receiving 150 Tickets

Gunman declares, "The truth will come out in the end," in his suicide note. He killed one police officer and 5 city council members. After 150 tickets against his business he felt enough was enough (Can you believe this picture? Couldn't they have found something angry. He does not look like a killer here.)

Stores post disappointing January sales (AP)

AP - Here's a sign of how shaky the economy has become: Wal-Mart says its shoppers are redeeming their holiday gift cards for basic items ? pasta sauce, diapers, laundry detergent ? instead of iPods or DVDs.

Chrysler to cut models and dealerships (Reuters)

Reuters - U.S. automaker Chrysler LLC
plans to shrink its dealer network and cut some vehicles that
compete with its each other for customers to become a smaller,
profitable company, an executive said on Friday.

Answer Desk: Not a win for tax dodgers

Actor Wesley Snipes' recent acquittal on tax fraud charges is being taken as a victory by a band of tax "protesters." But, they are overlooking a key fact: Snipes still faces jail time.

Clinton staff stiffs New Hampshire landlord on rent

"This week, national news reports said Hillary Clinton loaned her campaign $5 million of her personal fortune. Bennett said he finds it hard to believe she can't afford $500."

ABC News: Cash Strapped Clinton Campaign - Stunt?

Clinton Campaign Staffers Not Going Without Pay

107,000 demand Wikipedia remove this image of Muhammed

At last count, 107,000 protesters have signed an online petition demanding that Wikipedia take down this medieval image of the prophet Muhammed. "Please remove these illustrations and respect the peaceful request by vote. I dont want to see this again on any other things too," signer Haris Haseeb from United Kingdom writes on the petition.

GOP sources: Romney to suspend campaign

Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney will suspend his bid for the Republican presidential nomination, GOP sources tell CNN.

No More Trips to the Bank - Scan in checks to deposit them

Online banking service provider CheckFree Corp is rolling out technology that could mean consumers will no longer have to go to a bank branch to deposit checks. Called Remote Deposit Capture, people scan checks through their home computers and deposit them electronically. This has been around for several years for companies, but now is for everyone

Anonymous makes it to NPR

NPR Morning Edition find out about Anonymous and the worldwide action day. Interview an Anonymous member/coordinator in California? Seriously.

Clinton vs. Obama on the Cluster Bomb Vote

Senate Amendment No. 4882, an amendment to a Pentagon appropriations bill that would have banned the use of cluster bombs in civilian areas.Senator Obama of Illinois voted IN FAVOR of the ban.Senator Clinton of New York voted AGAINST the ban.Analysts say Clinton did not want to risk appearing "soft on terror,".

How to Win the Temperature Wars in the Office

Finding a comfortable temperature in the office is nearly impossible. Here’s how to deal with the interoffice degree battle.

Oval Office Eats for Just $500

Enjoy dishes created for past presidents; plus recipes to cook them yourself.

Ben & Jerry's Defends Hormone-Free Labels

The ice cream maker protests efforts to limit labeling on hormone-free products.

A Message From The American Corporate Plutocracy, Thanks!

Thank you for your attention. We return you now to your previously scheduled anti-depressant commercial and to the rest of the countless advertisements and programs on this and any of the other 154 stations we have generously created for your endless diversion, brainwashing, marketing, and indoctrination. Yours in Eternal Thought Control.

10 Tips: Frugal Valentine's Day

Valentine’s Day sure can pack an unexpected financial punch. Consider these tips for dreaming up an approach to this year’s celebration that is both meaningful and economical.

Fourth undersea cable cut near UAE, suspicions rise

For the fourth time in a week, an undersea communications cable in the Mediterranean Sea has apparently been cut, and while no official reports of subversion have surfaced just yet, things are beginning to get suspicious.

Online petition ask Wikipedia to remove pictures of Muhammad

An article about the Prophet Muhammad in the English-language Wikipedia has become the subject of an online protest in the last few weeks because of its representations of Muhammad, taken from medieval manuscripts.

10 Tips: What to do with tax rebate?

Under a federal government stimulus plan, checks would be sent out in amounts ranging from $300 to $1,200 per household. How should you spend it?

Victoria's Secret, Super Bowl Resume Affair

Lingerie chain to run ads during Super Bowl for first time since '99.

WOW! Robert De Niro on Obama's 'Inexperience'

It's clear Barack Obama does not have the experience to let the special interests run the government. He wasn't experienced enough to authorize the invasion of Iraq. That's the kind of inexperience I can get used to.

The Luxury Cars You Won't Find in the U.S.

Many European automakers produce diesel-engine cars still unpopular in America.

The Great American Jobs Machine Is Conking Out

January's payrolls decline underscores a troubling trend—the U.S. economy's ability to generate new jobs is fading fast

Obama widens lead in CA, takes lead in MO, draws even in NJ

Barack Obama has widened his lead in California since yesterday, and now is ahead 46% to Clintons 40%. He has wiped out her lead in Missouri to take a 47-42 lead, and is dead even with her in New Jersey each with 43%, and has a 17% lead in Georgia. The momentum is certainly with him. MAKE SURE YOU VOTE!

What the Fuck Is Wrong With Fox News?

Fox News aired a segment that tried to link Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton with Cuban dictator Fidel Castro. Can these guys really stoop any lower?

Egypt says: No ships were in area when Internet Cables Cut.

The transport ministry added that footage recorded by onshore video cameras of the location of the cables showed no maritime traffic in the area when the cables were damaged.‘The ministry’s maritime transport committee reviewed footage covering the period of 12 hours before and 12 hours after the cables were cut and no ships sailed the area.

How to Lose $7.2 Billion: A Trader's Tale

a picture is starting to come together of the junior trader who, undetected, caused the largest single trading hit in banking history

Grateful Dead to reunite for Obama concert

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters Life!) - "They have agreed to reunite for this one-time-only event in order to lend support to Senator Obama leading into the crucial 'Super-Tuesday' series of primaries held on Tuesday, February 5th," the band said in a statement.

Panoramic shot 14,000 strong Obama crowd in Boise

The doors opened at 7 a.m., and organizers had planned for about 8,800 people. They were reconfiguring the arena and opening up additional space to let even more people in. The crowd was estimated at more than 14,000 by the Associated Press.

A $2,500 Car: Environmental Nightmare?

India's Tata Motors unveils ultracheap car, bringing ownership to millions.

As economy tumbles, retirees scramble to cope

Rising food and fuel prices, falling interest rates and screeching declines in global stock markets have retirees paring spending to levels some haven't seen in decades.