Tech feels first pinch of global downturn While not everyone's favourite Tech company, Microsoft shares are a good bet in times of looming recession and economic downturn. Although it certainly has a large enterprise business, Microsoft may still be a good bet in uncertain times, Jeffries analyst Katherine Egbert said in a research note on Monday. "Seek safety in Microsoft's numbers," Egbert said, noting that, following its recent decline, Microsoft ... Read full entry

The Big Switch: Justin from Hidden Lives pointed this out to me the other day. "Our goal is to raise awareness about climate change solutions, by informing you about simple lifestyle choices you can make to reduce your greenhouse gas emissions." The Big Switch has information on doing something as simple as reducing energy consumption at home, all the way up to lobbying politicians and the media. Google ... Read full entry