How the World Works: a globalization blog

How the World Works: Globalization, Globalization Blogs - Salon.com

Wow, a blog about globalization and economics? How exciting!!
Well, actually it is if you’re more concerned about trends in the global economy and jobs, rather than the latest on Brangelina or Paris.

There are some great entries about turning French wine into ethanol, what Jesus (actually Pope Benedict) would think about globalization, how the World Bank is trying to do Web 2.0, and a "bond investment superstar" comparing hedge funds to a prostitute.

Today's Link source: the wonderful Salon

Bono on the Difference between Karma and Grace

This is an excerpt from an interview with Bono from U2, that he did for a biography called, "Bono: In Conversation with Michka Assayas"
In the interview with Assayas, Bono talks about the difference between karma and grace. He gives his takes on the Bible and on the Roman Catholic Church. He talks about whether Jesus is a teacher or a prophet (hint: neither). He talks about giving his fly-glasses to Pope John Paul.

Bonus link: Transcript from Bono's Speech to the 2006 National Prayer Breakfast, in front of President Bush, among others. Bono turns out to be a pretty funny and engaging speaker.