links for 2009-11-06

The antics of US socialites constantly astounds me. The likes of Carrie Prejean and Paris Hilton redefine shallow, and it's a sad commentary on the engagement of US society that they get so much attention.

Even here in Asia we can't help but hear about them, such is the coverage they get.

Starving millions as a result of corruption and nepotism in Africa? Nope – not a word (unless you dig around a bit)

None-the-less, this article is delightful in its satire. Well worth a read.