Obamarama

Many are still celebrating Barack Obama's ascension as the first black US president while others are more impressed that he's the first one to be half-white. In this regard he compares favourably with George W. Bush who was half-barking, Bill Clinton who was half-married and Hillary Clinton who was half-president.

Have you seen the Morphing Presidents yet? If not see them now by following this link.

Its Quantitative Easing and NOT Printing Money.....

The US, UK and Australia have adopted the Zimbabwean economic strategy of printing money. Zimbabwe's Finance Minister is currently conferring to see whether the four countries could combine their print orders. He believes the potential cost savings could kick start his country's economy.

Wan't to know more? See this amusing article from the Financial Times.

Labor Pains.

In an intriguing policy shift the NSW Labor Government is rumoured to become the first Australian state administration to appoint a foreign minister. Apparently they can't find any decent ones in Australia.

The Worm That Turned.

The Chinese Government has lately been lecturing the US on how to run its economy. Expect a response from the Obama Government lecturing the Chinese on how to run a socialist state.

Your Shout?

Other members of the G20 Summit reacted positively to the news that Kevin Rudd is attending. In these tough economic times China is the only G20 member with spare cash and Kevin's linguistic skills will be critical in persuading them to shout lunch. And he is very proficient at ordering Chinese takeaway.

Tread Lightly.

The South Pacific environmental movement reports an exciting climate change breakthrough. New regulations banning fire walking rituals on coal fires have had a significant effect in reducing carbon footprints.

Want to know how Fire Walking Works. See the Mythbusters in Action here.

It's Not Cricket!

The Taliban are already planning for projected discussions with the US. As a gesture of reconciliation they intend to invite the US cricket team to tour Pakistan.

Roger Pugh

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