There have been numerous reports of banks returning to profitability, even while almost all other businesses continue to struggle.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-12241178
http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/national/treasury-plan-to-tax-the-banks-over-excess-profits/comments-e6freuzr-1225998321766

Given what many believe to be a fact, that over the long-term financial returns relate directly risk. If banks are more profitable than other business, what hidden risks are they taking?

This is particularly surprising if we consider the outrageous amounts paid to senior bank management.

http://cnews.canoe.ca/CNEWS/World/2011/01/29/17080321.html

Global Warming and Quality of Life

So often the action proposed to reduce Global Warming, also improves the quality of life.

While the concept of global warming is gaining acceptance, there are still individuals who do not believe it. It surprises me that few seem to recognise that so many of the actions, which would reduce the affect of this disputed trend would also improve our quality of life.

The reduced use of cars, the major contribute of greenhouse gases would result in a quieter more relaxed city. Sure public transport is often poor, but it is a chicken or egg question... Which comes first better service or more users. It is however more. Major companies locating offices along major transport routes, for example reduces employees travel time.

Many actions take time, but they also take planning and a certain will to move in a certain direction.