Here’s a picture of a British Goods store in Freeport, Maine. The sign in the window: “Keep Calm and Carry On.” Why aren’t there more British Goods stores around?

Anyway, below are this week’s reading links. Education, bird kills, unemployment, security, and science fiction — something for …

This time of year is for family, giving thanks, feasting, gift giving, and reflecting on the coming new year. And, of course, this time of year would not be complete without Santa riding the Yule Goat.

Here’s a webcam of the Yule Goat in Sweden who, as of this writing, is still standing.

While you …

Okay, for those in the South — we got our first snow of the season in Virginia this past week!

For those in the North, please stop snickering.

For everyone: please enjoy this week’s list-o-links.

Cheers.

• Oops – I guess printing money isn’t that easy for the US government after all
• Ouch – US …