Odds ‘n Sods:

Hawaiian K mentioned a Gizmodo blog piece that has some interesting metrics on oil versus biofuel production.

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Bill S. flagged this: A Grim Tradition, and a Long Struggle to End It. Bills’ comment: “Another excellent reason to avoid border areas when selecting retreat locations.”

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Reader KAF found this piece that shows that the Mother of All Bailouts (MOAB) will undoubtedly grow, and grow, and grow: Senate Leaders Unveil Bipartisan Plan to Slow Home Foreclosures

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Perennial Odds ‘n Sods contributor RBS forwarded this: Some homes worth less than their pipes–Thieves now stealing valuable metals from foreclosed homes