Uncyclopaedia, the content-free encyclopedia that anyone can edit.

Uncyclopedia, the content-free encyclopedia that anyone can edit. Actually its quite insightful and funny.  Reminds me of Yes Men or Onion.  Worth a look for a reality check or when you’re searching for the meaning of life. For Example: Earth (or The Earth as it is known by its self-absorbed inhabitants) is the third planet …
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History Commons

Chatting with a friend about current events and 9/11 prompted me to look at Loose Change – Final Cut, a documentary about 9/11. An eponymous Colonel is mentioned in the first 15 minutes, so I looked up Colonel Steve Butler on the web, which led to a comprehensive reference on History Commons and a 9/11 …
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The Kama Sutra finally wins over colonial law in India

The ancient Indian text the Kama Sutra makes an interesting read. It is not just a “sex manual” but also a guide or commentary on human behaviour and society. It allows for the differences in people and offers insight in to the intimate relationships that humans explore, including same gender sex. Homosexuality has always been …
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Home by Yann Arthus-Bertrand

Famous for his ‘earth from above footage’, photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand’s new film, Home, is a feast for the eyes with a strong ecological message.  It’s not the usual eco-movie.  It’s filmed from above, which makes it spectacular. It gradually unfolds a story, starting with the birth of Earth, and then moves onto how it developed, …
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World Business Council for Sustainable Development news digest

Just linking around … A handy digest of international business news relevant to sustainable business.  A free subscription is available for this fortnightly newsletter.  Sign up here or read articles on the WBCSD website here.