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“…Anonymous Hacks Greek Ministry Website, Demands IMF Withdrawal, Threatens It Will Wipe Away All Citizen Debts…”
“…If there is one war that Greece could not afford to join – that is with the global computer hacking collective known as Anonymous. Yet as of minutes ago that is precisley what happened – - after Anonymous as part … Continue reading
today in news:..thursday february 23rd -2012…
ed:..40 stories have been found/linked to today.. ..you will need to go through to page two to see them all.. enjoy..happy scrolling/reading..
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new zealanders moan that they can’t watch the aussie paul henry breakfast show…
(ed:..this link takes you to the channel ten feedback on henrys’ first show.. ..with much of that feedback from new zealanders all bitterly complaining it will/does not stream here…) go to source/story>>> Live Streaming | TEN Breakfast Australia.
“…Ralph Nader (on the Left) and Bruce Fein (from the Right) rake Obama’s foreign policy over the coals…”
“…Few things clarify the absurdity of partisan politics more than presidential elections; with their mud-slinging platitudes – and vague assurances of a better tomorrow – - red and blue would-be presidents present a continual tableau of the very worst of … Continue reading
beating the blackjack-table/casinos…counting the cards…
“…There are many ways to count cards – none of which a novice attending the Blackjack Ball could pick up right away. But in its simplest form, the theory is this: when there are a lot of low-numbered cards in … Continue reading
“…Forget The Fridge: Using Chemistry And Nature To Store Food | Co.Exist: World changing ideas and innovation..”
“….About the project, Ryou says: “Through the research into the current situation of food preservation – I’ve learned that we hand over the responsibility of taking care of food to the technology, the refrigerator. We don’t observe the food any … Continue reading
“…Fear Heightens Appreciation of Abstract Art…”
“…Does abstract art fail to evoke a profound emotional response? Try viewing it while you’re terrified…” (cont..) go to source/story>>> Fear Heightens Appreciation of Abstract Art – Miller-McCune.
“…The Forgetting Pill Erases Painful Memories Forever…”
“…This new model of memory isn’t just a theory — – neuroscientists actually have a molecular explanation of how and why memories change. In fact their definition of memory has broadened to encompass not only the cliché cinematic scenes from … Continue reading
a very cool..inspirational..moving vid about the earth…
(ed:..it is five mins long…and well worth that much of your life..) “..Content credit: The principal source for the footage was Yann Arthus-Bertrand’s incredible film HOME http://www.homethemovie.org/ . The music was by Armand? Amar…” go to source/story>>> She’s Alive… Beautiful… … Continue reading
“…Why Hasn’t Anyone Gone to Jail?…”
“…Keep in mind, that the banks are really only on the hook for $5 billion in cash. The rest of the $25 billion settlement will be shrugged off onto investors in mortgage-backed securities (MBS)- many of who are retirees and … Continue reading
“…Made in Jordan: Thousands of Gunmen Preparing to Fight In Syria?…”
“..Over 10,000 Libyans are reportedly being trained in a closed-off zone in Jordan – before being snuck into Syria to fight for the opposition. These men are allegedly paid around US$1,000 a month – funded by Saudi Arabia and Qatar. … Continue reading
“…The Challenge to Status Quo Economics Everybody is Talking About…”
“…Over the last week, an important approach to economics that has spent years on the sidelines went mainstream: Modern Monetary Theory. This is good news for anyone who wants to see the neoliberal paradigm challenged- and a positive sign to … Continue reading
“…Agenda for the Dark Ages: GOP Frontrunner Rick Santorum’s 5 Most Extremist Themes…”
“…If Santorum gets to bear the standard for the GOP – the party moves even further to the right. Here’s a taste of what’s on that plate…” (cont..) go to source/story>>> Agenda for the Dark Ages: GOP Frontrunner Rick Santorum’s … Continue reading
“…Why Small-Town America Is Drowning in Drugs…”
“…A look at how the collapse of industry – poor labor conditions – and the anxiety of economic decline – - facilitated mass drug use in one small town….” go to source/story>>> Why Small-Town America Is Drowning in Drugs | … Continue reading
“…Does Obama Deserve Credit for Avoiding the Second Great Depression?…”
“…The Obama Administration – working with Ben Bernanke at the Fed – deserves credit for preventing a financial meltdown. But a second Great Depression was never in the cards…” go to source/story>>> Does Obama Deserve Credit for Avoiding the Second … Continue reading
“…Robert Fisk: ‘If only Hague and Clinton would listen to Yusuf Islam’…”
“…Our writer sees Cat Stevens thrill an audience in Beirut – - and give his verdict on a Wild World..” go to source/story>>> Robert Fisk: ‘If only Hague and Clinton would listen to Yusuf Islam’ – Robert Fisk – Commentators … Continue reading
“…Germany: Crisis what crisis?…”
“…Why has Germany been so resistant towards signing off on more official help for Greece and the rest of the eurozone strugglers? The usual answer given by German politicians is a sort of moral hazard argument. That say they are … Continue reading
“…Slow progress in Christchurch one year after quake…”
(this is a sideshow…) go to source/story>>> Slow progress in Christchurch one year after quake – Australasia – World – The Independent.
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“…Paradise lust: the man who sexed up America…”
“…He had two continents named after himself – and thrilled Europe with the salacious tales of what he saw there. But 500 years on – can we trust Amerigo Vespucci’s accounts?..” go to source/story>>> Paradise lust: the man who sexed … Continue reading
“…Obama Holds Lead Against Republican Opponents..”
“…A surging Rick Santorum is running even with Mitt Romney atop the Republican presidential field – - but neither candidate is faring well against President Barack Obama eight months before Americans vote, a new survey shows. Obama tops 50 percent … Continue reading
“…Fast Food Workers Most Likely To Say Their Job Makes The World A Worse Place — Who Else?…”
“…They may feed millions of hungry consumers on a daily basis – but fast food workers say their job is hurting the world. More than 40 percent of fast food workers say their jobs make the world a worse place, … Continue reading
“..Iran Nuclear Coverage Echoes Iraq War Media Frenzy…”
“…Military strikes expected! Weapons inspectors called in! A murky al Qaeda connection! And Cheney says time’s up for Ira… Wait. Haven’t we seen this movie before? It’s already been a decade since the media hyped bogus WMD claims prior to … Continue reading
“..Apollo 17 Astronauts Dance & Sing On Moon…” (video..)
“…Astronauts really do have all the fun. Smithsonian Magazine reminded us on Tuesday of the classic 1972 video of astronauts Harrison “Jack” Schmitt and Eugene Cernan walking on the moon – - skipping merrily and singing their own version of … Continue reading
“…Occupy National Convention To Be Held In Philadelphia…”
“…A group of protesters affiliated with the Occupy Wall Street movement plans to elect 876 “delegates” from around the country – - and hold a national “general assembly” in Philadelphia over the Fourth of July – as part of ongoing … Continue reading
“…Robert Reich: The GOP’s Big Investors…”
“…Have you heard of William Dore, Foster Friess, Sheldon Adelson, Harold Simmons, Peter Thiel, or Bruce Kovner? If not, let me introduce them to you. They’re running for the Republican nomination for president. I know, I know. You think Rick … Continue reading
“…10 Amazing Underground Homes…”
“…With the population growing more and more each year – it was only a matter of time before people started building their homes underground like Hobbits from the Tolkien tale. Mankind started off living in caves – and now we … Continue reading
“…Cat Saves Owner’s Life Just Hours After Being Adopted…”
“…A newly-adopted cat repaid his owner’s loving gesture earlier this month by saving her from a medical emergency just hours after he was brought home, the Green Bay Press Gazette reports. Amy Jung and her son Ethan stopped into The … Continue reading
“…New York Celebrity Map: Rentenna Releases Guide To Stars’ Manhattan, Brooklyn Apartments…” (map..)
“…New York is teeming with celebrities. Anyone know where they all live? Well, it’s not very New York to care, really. We just assumed they were always within earshot (which is why we always lower our voice when talking about … Continue reading
“…Nightline Tours Apple Supplier Foxconn: Get An Unprecedented Look At The Factory…” (video..)
“…Following weeks of intense scrutiny of worker treatment at Apple’s Chinese suppliers, the tech giant granted Nightline’s Bill Weir unprecedented access to component-maker Foxconn. With over 1 million employees, Foxconn is one of the largest employers in mainland China – … Continue reading
“…Rick Santorum Defends Satan Comments…”
“…Rick Santorum is making no effort to distance himself from his 2008 remarks about Satan attacking America. Last week Right Wing Watch dug up a speech Santorum made while McCain and Obama were campaigning. Listen below, and here are some … Continue reading
“…Andy Warhol was much more than an icon of modern cool..”
“…25 years after his death, a new online film reduces Warhol to trashy cypher – – but his art was subtle and profound…” go to source/story>>> Andy Warhol was much more than an icon of modern cool | Art and … Continue reading
“…Obama sings Sweet Home Chicago at White House blues reception…” (video..)
“…Barack Obama showed his vocal chops when he sang Sweet Home Chicago at a White House tribute concert as part of Black History Month. The US president feigned reluctance before accepting the microphone from Mick Jagger – and performing a … Continue reading
“…Protest really does work – just look at Tesco and workfare…”
“…Get behind a precise, winnable issue such as workfare – - and protesters can give the government the bloody nose it deserves..” go to source/story>>> Protest really does work – just look at Tesco and workfare | Polly Toynbee | … Continue reading
“…The Greek debt crisis: it’s, like, totally over..” (video..)
“…Have you heard about the Greek debt crisis? After a year and a half, Europe has agreed something that might not work at all – - and in the best case scenario – will take eight years to reduce Greek … Continue reading
“…Brian Rudman: At moments like this – Prime Minister John Key must be wondering why he ever came back from his little piece of New Zealand-owned paradise in Hawaii…”
“…Not only does the latest 3News Reid Research poll suggest that his long honeymoon with the New Zealand voter is finally starting to wear thin. It also suggests he’s stuck in the headlights with nowhere to go as far as … Continue reading
“…Murray McCully’s leaked emails…”
(ed:..here are all the emails..) go to source/story>>> Murray McCully’s leaked emails | The Jackal.
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“…Pregnant Kiwis’ drug use higher than in US…”
“…An international study has suggested pregnant New Zealand women drink more, take more drugs and smoke more cigarettes than counterparts in the United States. The study compared 540 woman from Auckland, Hawaii, California, Oklahoma and Iowa – – and highlighted … Continue reading
“…Twelve Questions with Sir Paul Callaghan…”
“…Physicist Sir Paul Callaghan is a remarkable figure in the world of science. He has put himself and New Zealand on the world stage and has brought science to the people. Sir Paul was born in Wanganui in 1947 and … Continue reading
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“…Nudity bad – gore okay … Facebook ban list revealed..”
“…Pictures of breastfeeding are banned if nipples are exposed – but graphic images of dead animals, crushed limbs and drug-taking are allowed – - according to a leaked document showing what Facebook considers acceptable. “Deep flesh wounds” and “crushed heads, … Continue reading
“…Dotcom: Free but offline…”
“…He made his fortune from the internet and even changed his name to sound like a website – but German millionaire Kim Dotcom is now banned from going online. And in a further departure from his former lifestyle, Dotcom is … Continue reading