I almost didn't post that reply but, being a consummate waster of time, I couldn't resist. Further, I am going to take this opportunity to shamelessly plug another great waste of time:

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I'm sure the author of this article would just hate this site, because it makes learning about the news fun, recreational and a puzzle! As in, what's your prediction about what the Russians will do in S. Ossetia? Will Israel be able to negotiate the release of Gilad Shalit? What will happen with the LA moratorium on fast food chains?

What a waste of time. I am off to write a thesis on how many angels can dance on the head of a pin. At least then I'll know my time was well spent.