China in the News

Four news items and articles about China that have caught my eye.

More Odd Developments In North Korea

More odd developments inside the modern day version of the Hermit Kingdom

Obama Administration Steps Back Into Israeli/Palestinian Quagmire

Once again, an American President is stepping into the Israeli/Palestinian conflict and, once again, he has no idea how to accomplish the goals he’s established.

Should We Be More Like Germany?

What do the critics mean when they say that the United States should be more like Germany?

Michelle Obama’s $ 375,000 Vacation

The First Family can go on vacation, but politics never does.

USA Wealthiest Major Country

The US standard of living is not only growing but its lead over Europe and Japan is growing.

Facebook Nation

25% Of Americans Don’t Know What Independence Day Is All About

Another depressing poll demonstrating American historical ignorance.

Is the Recovery Fizzling?

There are a whole lot of reasons to be concerned about the economy.

Blog Bubble Bursting?

Is the blog bubble bursting? Only if you’re innumerate.

Third Depression: Barriers to Recovery

A lot stands in the way of returning to pre-collapse employment levels in the USA.

Blue Fin Tuna, Genetically Altered Salmon and Environmental Progress

“It’s illogical to hunt a species to extinction.” – Spock

Civil Discourse on teh Internets?

Daniel Larison and Reihan Salan have an intelligent discussion on the Internet, managing to persuade each other!

China Revalues RMB! (A Teeny Bit)

China has pledged to allow their currency to fluctuate. Don’t get too excited.

More Lithium!

Do we care about lithium reserves in Afghanistan?