Fed’s $600B (on top of 2009’s $1.5T) QE 2, a.k.a Printing
More on this loony action by Bernanke, the crackpot No 2 (No 1 was Greenspan) later. For now , check this pic, which I stole from the Big Picture Blog:
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Very Very Special Laxman: The steel beneath the silk
What Laxman did for the match at Mohali, or for that matter making excellent contributions in 4th innings at very difficult times, is just marvellous and extraordinary. I still wonder why he has not been named as ‘Player of the Match’ for Mohali, if not for him, India would definitely lose the match. When everything […]
Net Neutrality in Plain Telugu
If you are into internet in any which way, you have a vested interest in the future shape of internet. In fact, the very fact that you are reading this article means that internet is in your life. Then, you cannot ignore the discussion and the policy on Net Neutrality. What is this net neutrality? […]
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Bad News to IT Systems Vendors and Consulting companies
Analyst firm Gartner has formed a new advocacy council around the issue of IT maintenance contracts and issued a “code of conduct” it wants vendors to follow, actions that could further intensify an already hot topic. Maintenance fees, which are charged annually in exchange for product updates, bug fixes and technical support, have come under […]
(Poll) Vuvuzela: What Thinks You?
The World Cup is literally abuzz with the vuvuzela. The only thing that is African in this World Cup is South Africa’s own vuvuzela horn. It’s reminds me of the Chanks played by lead warriors in Hindu mythological movies. What is your opinion on these African cultural icons descending on to the world stage? QuestionsView […]
70-68: No, this is not Basketball Score!
John Isner of USA finally won the longest match in tennis history, which lasted for 3 days. The American hit a backhand winner to win the last of the match’s 980 points, and he took the fifth set Thursday against Nicolas Mahut, 70-68. The first-round match took 11 hours, 5 minutes over three days, lasting […]
Electronic Armageddon: How An EMP Bomb Would Be A Deathblow To Life As We Know It (VIDEO)
Earlier this month, NASA warned that as the Sun wakes up from its “deep slumber,” a massive solar storm could wreak havoc on our electronics, from satellites to the electrical grid, causing damages up to 20 times the cost of Hurricane Katrina. But the Sun isn’t the only threat to our electronic lifeline. National Geographic […]
Gulf Oil Spill (PHOTOS): Animals In Peril
As the Gulf of Mexico oil spill continues to extend, concern is growing for the wildlife that stand in its path, especially since many of the coastal animals are currently in their reproductive seasons. Its really really sad and bad happening out there. [nggallery id=12] Click for more pictures from Huffingtonpost
Live Video of BP Disaster
I know this does not belong to Funtertainment, but need to post in video section. This is really bad friends.
Carnage!!
Today (May 20, 2010) on Wall Street The pounding continues in Asia (9:08 PM, May 20, 2010) What is going on? Sovereign debt crisis, leading to disintegrating Euro, leading to major currency crisis. More on this on Friday, May 21st MMGL.
Beautiful Women Soldiers from Around the World !
Solders are one of the most wanted and paid profession in the world. So here are some beautiful women solders from around the world. You will find that some of them are really good lookers 😉 [nggallery id=9]
A Spring Metamorphosis — Google’s New look
Using Google today, you may have noticed that something feels slightly different — the look and feel of our search results have changed! Today’s metamorphosis responds to the increasing richness of the web and the increasing power of search — revealing search tools on the left and updating the visual look and feel throughout. While […]
Great Innovation, Life Saver Bottle.
Came across this killer innovation while browsing through TED. Amazed by the use of it and you can imagine what you can do after watch the following video. Checked the price of it and little disappointed since it’s not with in reach of many ($150+tax). Here the links for further reference. Buy from Amazon Life […]
Funny!
The Smart people at Google never fail to surprise us on April 1st. This is funny. A different kind of company name 4/01/2010 12:01:00 AM Early last month the mayor of Topeka, Kansas stunned the world by announcing that his city was changing its name to Google. We’ve been wondering ever since how best to […]
You Dont Look Disabled
[Via CNN] People come up to Aimee Mullins all the time and say, “you know, I have to tell you, you just don’t look disabled.” The record-setting athlete, actress and model says, “And it’s sweet because I know that they’re confused, and they’re telling me this because they know I’m missing both legs from the […]