2. U.S., UK recessions deepen
Same here. I haven't seen much change in the malls myself. Parking lots are still packed to the point of not being able to find a spot. And malls are packed on the inside too....

3. Poll: Three Out Of Four Americans Glad To See Bush Go
My memory of Bush would be for him to remind us how corrupt the political machine can be. I am happy to see him go. I recall his campaigning after Clinton. He sold himself as an honest man who wouldn't dirty the White House after Clinton had a relationship with Monika Lewinsky. What a hypocrisy....

4. All Hail 'Geek in Chief' Barack Obama
Phelps is a good bet. I think Obama is another good one. Oprah is another contender for the best newsmaker. In terms of the Worst Newsmaker I would say it would have to be President Bush. Worst for the past year and the past decade. ...

5. Shanghai startup Qifang.cn wins World Economic Forum honour
I get a link to a form asking for my email. I think this is spam....