links for 2008-07-29

“The White House has lifted its deficit forecast for 2009 to $482bn (£242bn) up from $407bn.” Wow.

Are gas prices really to blame for you not taking a vacation?

New search engine, I especially like the privacy policy.

Why hasn’t Apple released the patch yet. Seems really odd to me.

I’m actually against this, I think students should have the oppurtinty to play sports, granted though sports budget shouldn’t overwhelm the rest of the budget.

Wow really good editoral on why the Internet should not be regulated.

Justice Dept. investigation says that political views were used to hire non-political appointees.

How should education change.

The watchlist doesn’t work, thanks and have a nice day.

Awesome idea from Kevin Rose for a proximity base power conservation device.