Electrolux Design Lab Finalists and Winners. A modular kitchen, a bio-refrigerator, a portable heating & cooking device. Yes, I want them ALL! more inside

TED: Ideas worth spreading. It is what it says "Inspired talks by the world's greatest thinkers and doers". This site has astounded me on more than one occasion. It's made me cry and left me speechless on more than one occasion, too. more inside

Dear John, Your service is being terminated. I have to say, as one who is a bit anti-cellphone, I thought this was pretty humorous. more inside

It is during this time of year that I truly enjoy a good single malt. I have often wished to that I could go on a tour of some of the legendary distilleries. more inside

That's an odd..........toy. As I wandered the WWW I found something that I think all of us monkey should have. This is nice. And this. more inside

The strange secrets of humor, fear and a guy who makes big money making little people laugh A very interesting article from the Washington Post that is well worth the read. From that unmentionable place. more inside

Curious George: Year in Review. What was the best and worst of 2005? Music, movies, news stories, humanitarian efforts, personal accomplishments, best/worst memories (if you want to share), anything at all. How did 2005 rate for you?

Monkeys Going Postal (MPG)! Based on this post by planetthoughtful a letter writing club has been started by Alnedra. more inside

So many drugs, so little time. An amazing photographic history of New York's debauched club scene in the 1970's taken by Allan Tannenbaum. NSFW!! As well as a large listing of his other photo's. more inside

Anxious George... I need a sounding board. more inside

Bad news, indeed. And, oh goody, there's a movie coming out, too. In about a month, Karla Homolka will be set free. more inside

An unnerving last entry that, unknowingly, told who his murderer was. This is an unnerving last entry of a murdered blogger. Suspect has been caught and confessed, let's hope that justice prevails. Very creepy to read victims last post. Thanks to null terminated/mefi.

The worst outbreak of the Marburg virus is happening in Angola. With a mortality rate of 80-90% that should only be 25%, more inside

This led me to wonder: What is the strangest roommate experience you've ever had? more inside

Germany's commitment to sustainable energies makes it home to the world's largest solar energy plant. "This is part of our commitment as a government, to make Germany the world leader in alternative energy and in taking action against global warming." It is now the No. 1 world producer of wind energy. Germany offers more aggressive incentives to install solar. more inside

Espionage out in the open.....sorta. I was listening to NPR this afternoon and heard the last little snippet on this. more inside

The largest collection of antique children's books online. Beautiful site of wonderful antique books from all over the world. In a multitude of languages from English, Spanish and Italian to Maori, Afrikaans and Chinese! A great site for children (or adults) trying to learn new languages!

Claim to Fame How many degrees of seperation are you from fame? Details, tidbits, gossip...spill it, people. more inside

Going Upriver; The Long War of John Kerry. Feature length documentary loosely based on "Tour of Duty" by Douglas Brinkley. "Examines the story of John Kerry and the key events that made him a national figure and the man he is today." more inside

Australian Primal Quest Endurance Race member loses his life during the trekking/orienteering segment. A sad day for those on the AROC Team, who were in the lead at the time. Lack of sleep part of the problem? more inside