8.31.2009

Marlon Brando's rolling over in his grave...

In Italy, Godmothers taking over from Godfathers.
"Anti-Mafia police in Italy say women in the underworld crime scene are rising in rank as Godmothers in a break from its male-dominant past."

8.30.2009

Happy Birthday Warren Buffett!

The Article from Fast Company.
The Oracle of Omaha turns 79 today, but he’s not slowing down. Though an economy like this one hurts everyone, Buffett’s done quite well following his own oft-repeated advice: “Be fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful.”

8.29.2009

O Sole Mio!

Love this version of the classic song.  Saw it on the Supervarieta show on RAI.  It's Eros Ramazzotti (whose voice is infectious afterwhile), Giani Morandi, & Lucio Dalla.

8.26.2009

Prisoners Get Stimulus Checks

Some inmates got to keep the money. Others had to give it back. I guess mistake are bound to be made when you're handing out $787 Billion. Click here to read more.