Economics and Investing:

The “Cyprus Model” Is Gaining Traction. (Thanks to F.J. for the link.)

G.G. suggested this piece: 76% of Americans are living paycheck-to-paycheck

Not Darkest Africa, but Darkest Nigeria – 120 Million Without Electricity

Reader B.C. sent: The Eight Least Expensive States to Live in the U.S.

Items from The Economatrix:

Consumers To Factories Point To Durable US Expansion

Dr. Doom:  A Lot Of Problems Are Coming … Revolution … Social Strife

Bank Bailout:  Germany Requires Compulsory Levy of 8% To Savers