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Thursday, August 14, 2008

The Morning News

posted by on August 14 at 8:38 AM

Crisis continues: Russia backs separatist Georgian states on eve of Condoleeza Rice’s trip to the region.

Escape plan: Iraqi foreign minister says agreement with U.S. includes scheduled withdrawal of American troops.

Inflated: Prices for American goods increase sharply as transportation costs rise.

Deflated: Zimbabwe government stops opposition leader from traveling to South African summit.

Fare deal: American Airlines and British Airways plan to team up to cut costs.

Taking the lead: China continues to rack up gold medals, leading the U.S. 22-10.

Hot smog: Higher temperatures in Seattle will lead to increased pollution, air agency says.

Shorter sentence: Woman convicted in ecstasy death will be sentenced in juvenile court.

Shipped off: Last wooden Arctic research vessel finally retired.

Dirty Des Moines: City halts couple’s sexy parties.

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Those of you who took an interest in yesterday's Kunstler discussion may also find this particular post from yesterday's Oil Drum, entitled "The Path from Petroleum Shortages to Electricity Shortages", to be worth your while.

Posted by shitbrain | August 14, 2008 9:29 AM
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What?

Nothing on Tinker, Tailor, Cook, Spy?

Julia Childs fought for us to be safe - both in the kitchen and behind the lines during WW II.

Posted by Will in Seattle | August 14, 2008 10:23 AM

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