How bad is it right now?

George Bush poured fuel on the flames of the Iraq contracts dispute yesterday with a sneering dismissal of a suggestion by the German Chancellor that the decision to bar Germany, France Russia and Canada from bidding might violate international law.

“International law? I’d better call my lawyer,” the American President joked in response to a reporter’s question at the White House.

Need a New Face?

If you ever suffer from the sudden need for a new face, just find a donor and you’re off to the…races.

Read about the race to be the first to complete the transplant procedure here.

Refreshingly Strong Performance

General Wesley Clark isn’t my favourite guy in the world, but you have to like the way he stands up for himself in this segment. In an interview with a Fox News anchor, Clark goes for the jugular when Max Headroom tries to play a lame word game with Clark’s position on Iraq. Have a look (needs Windows Media Player).

Hypocrisy of the Highest Order

George W. Bush today suggested life is given by God, and that God has the final say about who lives or dies. Hilarious coming from the guy who signed off on hundreds of executions as Governor of Texas. Bush said:

“This right to life cannot be granted or denied by government, because it does not come from government # it comes from the creator of life,” the president said, receiving another lengthy standing ovation. (CNN.com)

How convenient. Amazing, in fact.

Only in fascist countries, you say?

A schoolkid researching the Bay Bridge in Maryland gets a visit from the FBI. Does this make USians feel safe?

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