Monthly Archives: January 2011

Egypt Boils; Israel Simmers

Posted on January 31, 2011 by thepondonome

The street revolt in Egypt has thrown the Israeli government and military into turmoil, with top officials closeted in round-the-clock strategy sessions aimed at rethinking their most significant regional relationship. Israel’s military planning relies on peace with Egypt; nearly half the … Continue reading →

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Egypt’s Army Refuses to Fire on Protestors–Mubarak Blinks

Posted on January 31, 2011 by thepondonome

The political forces aligned against President Hosni Mubarak appeared to strengthen sharply Monday when the Army said for the first time that it would not fire on the protesters who have convulsed Egypt for a week demanding his resignation. The announcement was … Continue reading →

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Queensland Targeted Once Again

Posted on January 31, 2011 by thepondonome

Jeff Masters: Queensland is in serious danger of renewed extreme flooding this week from Tropical Cyclone Yasi. Yasi has intensified to a Category 2 storm with 105 mph winds, and is undergoing a period of rapid intensification that is expected to … Continue reading →

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Health Care Act Ruled Unconstitutional

Posted on January 31, 2011 by thepondonome

A federal judge ruled Monday that the Obama administration’s health care overhaul is unconstitutional, siding with 26 states that sued to block it. U.S. District Judge Roger Vinson accepted without trial the states’ argument that the new law violates people’s … Continue reading →

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Egypt Running Out of Food

Posted on January 31, 2011 by thepondonome

While discontent, resentment and nationalism continue to fuel demonstrations, one vital staple is in short supply: food. Many families in Egypt are fast running out of staples such as bread, beans and rice and are often unable or unwilling to … Continue reading →

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More Snow, More Ice

Posted on January 31, 2011 by thepondonome

A multi-day, multi-region potentially historic and destructive winter storm will unleash its fury beginning Monday and will last through Wednesday. When everything is said and done, the storm may very well impact a third of the population of the United … Continue reading →

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Note to High School Counselors Everywhere

Posted on January 31, 2011 by thepondonome

                GraphJam   submitted by: Surviving the World

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Infographic: The Republican Theory of Health Care

Posted on January 31, 2011 by thepondonome

            CLASSIC FAIL

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Twelve Covered Cars

Posted on January 31, 2011 by thepondonome

There’s an insect out there, name unrecalled, which preys on termites. To get close to its prey, it glues to its body pieces of termite shell. I wonder what these cars prey upon…       12 object covered cars

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“I Think I’ll Go Embarrass Myself”

Posted on January 31, 2011 by thepondonome

Charlie: Excuse me, Lieutenant. Is there something wrong? Maverick: Yes ma’am, the data on the MiG is inaccurate. Top Gun (1986) – Memorable quotes Gotcha. China uses scenes from Top Gun in propaganda video. Boldface added. China‘s air force is … Continue reading →

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