Those pesky derivatives, again: IMF advisor says we face a Worldwide Banking Meltdown. (In this case, it is credit default swaps.)
J.B.G. was the first of several readers to mention this sign of the times: Thieves steal from community garden
KAF sent this: Moody’s Cuts Rating on 12 UK Financial Institutions
G.G. sent this: Regulators Close Two More Banks, bringing the nationwide tally of bank failures up to 76 for the year.
Also from G.G.: CBO estimates $1.3 trillion deficit for 2011
Keely spotted this new item: Bold thieves steal bridge in North Beaver, Pennsylvania.
Nestle Chief Warns of Food Riots. (Thanks to Chris G. for the link.)