The Worst Predictions for 2011

From dictatorships to elections to the rapture, 2011 was another banner year for bone-headed prognosticators.

BY JOSHUA E. KEATING | DECEMBER 19, 2011

My people love me

"I am telling you that my response to your demands and your messages and your requests is my commitment that I will never go back on. I am determined to fulfill what I have promised you in all honesty, and I'm determined to execute and carry out what I have promised without going back to the past.... Egypt will remain until I deliver and surrender its -- it to others." - Former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, televised speech, Feb. 10, 2011.

"Move forward, challenge, pick up your weapons, go to the fight for liberating Libya inch by inch from the traitors and from NATO... The blood of martyrs is fuel for the battle.... The end of colonialism is near. The end of the rats (rebels) is near, as they flee."  - Former Libyan Leader Muammar al-Qaddafi, audio broadcast, Aug. 15, 2011.

"I am not talking here on behalf of the Tunisians or the Egyptians. I am talking on behalf of the Syrians. It is something we always adopt. We have more difficult circumstances than most of the Arab countries but in spite of that Syria is stable. Why? Because you have to be very closely linked to the beliefs of the people. This is the core issue. When there is divergence between your policy and the people's beliefs and interests, you will have this vacuum that creates disturbance." - Bashar al-Assad, interview with the Wall Street Journal, Jan. 31, 2011.

It wasn't a great year for dictatorial bombast. A day after his speech promising to fulfill his term and hand over power only when he was ready, Mubarak stepped down, reportedly under pressure from his own military. Libya's rebels took Tripoli a little over a week after Qaddafi assured the "rats" that their end was near and the leader met his own bloody end on Oct. 20. (Qaddafi, at least, did fulfill his promise to die on Libyan soil rather than flee.) Assad may still be hanging on to power, but after months of protests and with his country on the brink of civil war, his assurances that Syria was insulated from the uprising seen elsewhere in the Arab world seem absurdly optimistic now.

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Joshua E. Keating is associate editor at Foreign Policy.

KASHIFCHOHAN

4:20 AM ET

December 20, 2011

Great

This is a time for revoloution. they have created the world of blashphemy. We need to stand up..!!
As Muslims, it is our duty to perform Dhikr of Allah (SWT). The term Dhikr literally means to call back to memory, or to have something in concious mind. Therefore to perform Dhikr of Allah (SWT) actually implies that we ought to be God-concious OR concious of Allah (SWT) at all times. The term also means “to remember” or “a reminder”.

Some of the ways of performing Dhikr are as follows:

Prayer: Saying of prayer is a greatest form of Dhikr. Allah (SWT) says:

“…and establish prayer. Verily prayer keeps you away from the obscene and detestable and verily the remebrance of Allah is the greatest”. (29:45)

S V Mir Ahmad Ali states in his tafseer of this verse states:

Through the Holy Prophet (saww), the believers are addressed to pray “SALAT” regularly because it is the greatest remembrance of Allah (SWT).

Elsewhere, in the tafseer of verse 132 of Surah TA-HA (Chapter 20), he explains:

A faithful (Mumin) makes use of the SALAT as a ladder to reach the closest nearness of Allah (Mi’raj).

Contemplating on the creations, invoking Allah (SWT) and glorifying Him: These are also considered as Dhikr. Allah (SWT) says:

“Those who remember Allah, standing and sitting, and reclining, and reflect and contemplate on the creation of the heavens and the earth, (say): Our Lord! You have not created (all) these in vain! Glory be to You! Save us then from the torment of the fire”. (3:191)

“…and remember your Lord much and glorify Him in the evening and morning”. (3:41)

Verse 41 of Chapter 3 is addressing Prophet Zakariyya (as). When Zakariyya (as) was informed that his barren wife would give birth to a son, he (as) asked Allah (SWT) to appoint a sign for him. This was due to his curiosity to know as to when a son will be born in spite of their natural disability. The sign given to him was that he (as) will not speak to any people for three days and the command was to occupy himself in remembrance and glorification of Allah (SWT) at all time (evening & morning). Commenting on Dhikr mentioned in this verse, Aqa Mahdi Puya says:

Praise and glorification of Allah (SWT) takes man into the pure domain of spiritualism through which he overcomes physical disabilities and obstacles, and obtains grace and blessings of Allah. The laws of nature, known to man, can be controlled, modified or altered by the spiritual and divine agency. It is said that through the science of hypnosis the will of the living being can be controlled, then how can one deny the superior power of the spirit which can effect any change in any natural phenomenon?

Allah (SWT) refers to His book, the Glorious Quran, as al-Dhikr in numerous verses. Few examples have been given below:

“Verily We have sent down the DHIKR (reminder/Quran) and We will certainly be its Guardian”. (15:9)

“…and We sent to you the DHIKR (reminder/Quran) so that you may make clear to mankind what has been sent down to them, so that they may reflect”. (16:44)

“Verily those who disbelieve in the DHIKR (reminder/Quran) when it comes to them (should know) that, verily, it is an unassailable book.

Falsehood cannot come at it from before it nor from behind it; It is a revelation from the All-Wise, the Praised One”. (41:41/42)

So the Holy Quran is a Dhikr by itself hence it shares every benefit which other modes of Dhikr have and much more…

HOLY QURAN: DYNAMIC SOURCE OF KNOWLEDGE:

The extent to which Quran has glorified Knowledge and has encouraged people to pursue it is something which cannot be found in other heavenly books. There are numerous verses speaking of Knowledge, and praising and elevating the status of those who acquire it. For example:

“Allah will exalt those of you who believe and those who have been granted knowledge, to high ranks..” (58:11)

S V Mir Ahmad Ali explains this by stating:

Allah exalts some over others on account of merit. It is neither an arbitrary action nor it is due to worldly possessions or position. In Hujurat: 13 it is said that all human beings are equal in birth, came into existence from a male and a female, so those who have more intergrity (taqwa)-and according to this verse have belief and knowledge which are the inseperable essentials of taqwa-are exalted by Allah.

Furtheron, he states: In the light of Ankabut:49, Muhammad:16 and this verse those who have been given knowledge are exalted to the highest degree. All other created beings are inferior to them.

The Quran itself contains dynamic source of knowledge. Allah (SWT) says:

“And with Him are the keys (treasures) of the unseen. None but He knows them; and He alone knows what is in the land and in the sea. Not a leaf falls but He knows it, and there is not a grain in the darkess (recess)of the earth, nor anything wet or dry but is in a clear Book” (6:59)

“We have not neglected anything in the Book” (6:38)

Imam Ali bin Hussayn (as) has said, “The Quranic verses are treasures of knowledge. Whenever a treasure is opened, you have to see what lies in it”. (‘Uddah al-Da’ee)

Allama Sayyid Mohammed Hussein Tabatabai in his book Quran in Islam writes:

The Quran, in many of its verses, invites reflection about heavenly signs, the brilliant stars and the extra-ordinary differences in their conditions and the systematic order which governs them. It encourages meditation concerning the creation of earth, seas, mountains, deserts, wonderful things in the interior of the earth, the changes of day and night and seasons. It recommends thinking about the wonderful creation of plants, the order governing them, the creation of animals and the conditions of their environment. It calls for reflection concerning the creation of human being and the mysteries and secrets inherent in its structure, and, above all, in its self, internal world and its relationship with the exalted heaven. It insists upon a journey to all parts of the earth, on the observation of the vestiges of those gone by and the inquiry about the nations, human societies and their history.

Thus it invites to a study of natural and mathematical sciences, philosophy, literature and all the branches of knowledge accessible to humanity, the learning of which is in the interest of humanity and brings happiness to humanity. The Quran invites to these branches of knowledge on condition that people are guided by this knowledge to truth and know the real world which is headed by Godliness. Otherwise a knowledge that serves as an amusement and hinders one from knowing God and truth is the equivalent of ignorance in the vocabulary of the Quran. God, the Almighty says,

“They know the outward of this world’s life but of the hereafter they are absolutely heedless” (30:7)

“Have you then considered him who takes his low desire for his god and God has made him err having knowledge and has set a seal upon his ear and his heart and put a covering upon his eye. Who can then guide him after God?” (45:23)

With the recommendations that the Quran has made for learning various kinds of knowledge, it has made itself the teacher of a perfect course of Divine teachings, general moral principles and Islamic jurisprudence.

Excerpts from “The Bible, the Quran and Science” of Maurice Bucaille about Quran:

“The relationship between the Quran and science is a priori a surprise, especially when it turns out to be one of harmony and not a discord. A confrontation between a religious book and the secular ideas proclaimed by science is perhaps, in eyes of many people today, something of a paradox. The mojority of today’s scientists, with a small number of exceptions of course, are indeed bound up in materialist theories, have only indifference or contempt for religious questions which they often consider to be founded on legend”.

“These scientific considerations, which are very specific to the Quran, greatly surprised me at first. Up until then, I had not thought it possible for one to find so many statements in a text compiled more than thirteen centuries ago referring to extremely diverse subjects and all of them totally in keeping with modern scientific knowledge”.

“The Quran does does not aim at explaining certain laws governing the universe, however; it has an absolutely basic religious objective. The descriptions of Divine Omnipotence are what principally incite man to reflect on the Works of Creation. They are accompanied with references to facts accessible to human observation or to laws defined by God who presides over the organization of the universe both in the sciences of nature and as regards man. One part of these assertions is easily understood, but the meaning of the other can only be grasped if one has the essential scientific knowledge it requires”.
HOLY QURAN: THE SOURCE OF GUIDANCE FOR MANKIND

“The month of Ramadhan is that in which the Quran was sent down, a GUIDANCE for mankind, and clear proofs of the guidance, and the criterion of right and wrong;” (2:185)

“Indeed there is a lesson in their narratives for men of understanding. It is not a forged tale but a confirmation of what went before it, and a detailed exposition of all things, and a GUIDE and a mercy for those who believe”. (12:111)

“These are the verses of the wise book. A GUIDANCE and mercy for the righteous”.

(31:2/3)

The Holy Prophet (saww) has said, “Whenever the affairs become dubious as a dark night on you, resort to the Holy Quran for it is an intercessor whose intercession is accepted and it is a witness which has been acknowledged. Whoever takes it as a GUIDE, it will lead him to paradise and anyone turning his back on it, it will push him to the fire. It is the most clear GUIDE towards the best ways. Whoever speaks by it shall be acknowledged and agreed with. And whoever judges on its basis, he will have done justice. And whoever acts upon it, he will be rewarded”. (‘Uddah al-Da’ee)

Harith al-A’war says: I came to Ameer al-Mumineen Ali ibn Abi Talib (as) and said, “O Ameer al-Mumineen! When we are in your company, we hear what strengthens our belief. But as soon as we depart from you, we hear different which we do not even understand it?” The Imam (as) asked, “Is this what they have done?” I said, “Yes”. He (as) then said, “I heard the Holy Prophet (saww) saying: ‘Jibrael came to me and said: O Muhammad! There shall be temptations in your nation. I said: What is the outlet from it? He said: The Book of Allah. In it, is the information before you, the news of after you and the regulation for whatever faces you’ “

HOLY QURAN: CURE FOR ALL AILMENTS:

The Holy Quran is a cure for both: Physical as well spiritual ailments.

“We sent down the Quran which is a healing and a mercy for the believers” (17:82)

“Say: It (Quran) is to those who believe aguidance and a healing and (as for) those who do not believe, there is a heaviness in their ears and it is obscure to them” (41:44)

Shaykh Sadooq (ar) has reported on the authority of the Holy Prophet (saww): “The healing of my nation lies in three things: A verse of the Book of Allah, Eating honey and Cupper’s lancet”.

A man once complained about chest-pain to the Holy Prophet (saww). The Prophet (saww) said, “Seek healing from the Holy Quran, for Allah (SWT) says ‘..and a cure for that which is in your breasts’ (10:57) ” (‘Uddah al-Da’ee)

EXAMPLES:

Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (as) has said, “Whoever cannot be cured by the Quranic chapter of AL-FATIHA, he cannot be cured by anything else”.

Imam Musa al-Kadhim (as) has said, “Whoever recites Ayatul-Kursi before sleeping, he will not be afflicted with paralyses and whoever recites it after each prayer, will not be stung”.

Asbagh bin Nubata reports that a man came to Imam Ali (as) and complained, “There is yellow water in my abdomen. Is it curable?” Imam (as) replied, “Yes, without paying any dirham or dinar, write Ayatul kursi on your abdomen. Also drink water mixed with inscription of Ayatul-Kursi, you will be cured by the permission of God”.

All the above traditions are from ‘Uddah al-da’ee

However, most important of all, Quran is a cure for all our spiritual ailments. In Nahjul-Balaghah Imam Ali bin Abi Talib (as) says, “You should also know that no one will need any thing after (guidance from) the Quran and no one will be sufficient without (guidance from) the Quran. Therefore seek cure from it for your ailments and seek its assistance in your distresses. It contains a cure for the biggest diseases namely unbelief, hypocricy, revolt and misguidance”.

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SANTA POLACO

9:01 AM ET

December 20, 2011

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EASTHARTFORD

9:42 AM ET

December 20, 2011

Awesome reply. This is what i

Awesome reply.
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ARCHGATER

10:37 AM ET

December 20, 2011

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WASTREL

12:31 AM ET

December 21, 2011

Dogs

Utter nonsense. It doesn't apply to me. Keep your benighted Muslim foolishness for your ayatollah.

 

AGDOC

1:03 AM ET

December 21, 2011

Really?

Dude, get a hobby. Fast. Or therapy.

 

GREED

12:10 PM ET

December 22, 2011

quite long

Its quite long to read, however most of point I do agree with you.

regards

Keshab

 

EASTHARTFORD

9:40 AM ET

December 20, 2011

Prediction about future.

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You can find your Psychic predictions for 2011 and beyond, here on this website. Everything that you see listed is my Original content and Copyrighted material and is Psychic information that is not copied or found anywhere else on the Internet. I am the author and sole source of every Prediction on this site, whereas, many other sites copy or collect predictions from various sources and post them on their pages.

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“An earthquake will hit the nation’s capital before 2012 that will damage the White House and/or surrounding buildings.” (World Predictions 2011- Part I – Sept 06, 2010)
“Japan, Burma, Hawaii, China, Taiwan, Indonesia will have Great tidal waves/Tsunami/storms during the years now to 2011…I see 2 -3 large events during this time….especially for Japan.” (World Predictions 2012- Part I - July 29, 2008)
“Major illness/death around Jack Lalanne by 2012? ..(January VIP Blog - Jan. 15, 2011)
“I saw many disturbing images of people in this country going after politicians and trying to harm them now through the years 2012…” (World Predictions 2012- Part II – Aug 6, 2008)
“I’ve had a vision for many years of (previously unknown) undeveloped film (or even pictures) of the JFK assassination being discovered..” (World Predictions 2010- Part III – Oct 14, 2009)
“I see a major Headline confrontation in the coming years over the 2nd Amendment right to bear arms.” (World Predictions 2012- Part II – Aug 6, 2008)
“A major cruise ship or vessel will be damaged at sea…” (World Predictions 2009 – Part III Feb. 16, 2009).
“Winter for most of the USA and Southern Canada will be much colder in 2010 with ice storms crushing small towns all over the Headline US..” (World Predictions 2010- Part IV – Dec 05, 2009)
“California should be experiencing a major earthquake by Christmas (or early in the New Year)..something in the neighborhood of a 6.0 -7.3 scale event..” (World Predictions 2010- Part III – Oct 14, 2009)
“At least 2 US allies will start to splinter away from America in the next yr…Mostly over military operations and policies…” (World Predictions 2010- Part II – Sept 05, 2009)
“I see an attempt on the Pope’s life uncovered before the end of the year…(close call during travel?)” (World Predictions for 2009 – Part V – June 11, 2009)
“Danger/Illness around President Obama during the holidays…” (World Predictions 2010- Part III – Oct 14, 2009)
“Christmas will bring some fatalities to Americans either overseas or here in the States by the hands of terrorists during the holidays…” (World Predictions 2010- Part III – Oct 14, 2009)
“Family issues surrounding Tiger Woods in the news…” (World Predictions for 2009 – Part 111 – Feb 16, 2009)
“Oprah walks away from her TV show to begin a new format to include a larger audience with more interaction with her audience/fans…” (World Predictions 2009 – Part I – Apr 26, 2008)
“Major earthquake seen in Iran by October or late Fall..” (World Predictions for 2009 – Part V – June 11, 2009)
“Violence at the Temple Mount will inflame Muslims worldwide…” (World Predictions 2008 – Part III – Oct 10, 2008)
“Indonesia storm (earthquake?) kills over 200 – water seen! by 2009…” (World Predictions 2010- Part I – May 2, 2008)
“Danger/illness surround the Pope during a travel period this summer…” (World Predictions for 2009 – Part V – June 11, 2009)
“A Government program that will reward anonymous tipsters to spy on people that may look or act suspicious like criminals will be enacted in 2010…” (World Predictions 2010- Part II- Sept 05, 2009)
“Relations with Japan strained by Obama policies/statements… ” (World Predictions for 2009 – Part V – June 11, 2009)
“Permission to fly to some states like NY & California will be required by 2010…” (World Predictions 2010- Part I – May 2, 2008).
“Stock market hits 9300-9500 by summers end…” (World Predictions for 2009 – Part V – June 11, 2009)
“A Major oil field will be discovered in Brazil between now and the end of 2009 that will dwarf those found in Venezuela…” (World Predictions 2012- Part II – Aug 6, 2008)
“New cars will be ordered over the internet as dealerships dwindle…” (World Predictions for 2009 – Part 111 – Feb 16, 2009)
“A Revolution will occur in Cuba within the next 18 months with drastic changes being made by Fidel’s brother to open its borders for people to leave or visit Cuba for the first time…” (World Predictions 2008 Part I – Jan 10, 2008)
“Sarah Palin in the news, rumor of divorce/separation in the family heard…” (World Predictions 2009 – Part III Feb. 16, 2009).
“Major flooding in the Midwest seen again this year…” (World Predictions 2009 – Part III Feb. 16, 2009).
“A breach/damage at a major Dam will occur this year” (World Predictions 2009 – Part III Feb. 16, 2009).
“Some former Russian countries will fail due to internal chaos/conflict” (World Predictions 2009 – Part III Feb. 16, 2009).
“The Dow Jones stock market will drop to 6000-7000 soon…” (World Predictions 2008 – Part III – Oct 10, 2008)
“Stock Market plunges after President’s State of the Union Address in 2009? (World Predictions 2008 – Part III – Oct 10, 2008)
“India will experience another deadly train wreck where hundreds will be injured/killed” (World Predictions – 2009 – Part II Dec 29, 2008)
“Satellite or Spacecraft explosion in space (early 2009? -China?)…” (World Predictions 2010- Part I – May 2, 2008)
“Caroline Kennedy will not be accepted as a New York Senator…” (World Predictions 2009 – Part II Dec 29, 2008).
“Caylee (Anthony) will be found by a male looking under some weeds or overgrowth..” (Missing Persons Report – Part I Caylee Anthony Nov 6, 2008)
“Caroline Kennedy enters politics (runs for office)” (World Predictions 2008 – Part II June 9, 2008)
“Great barges and Ships will be hijacked at sea in an effort to exploit the stolen oil” (World Predictions 2012- Part II – Aug 6, 2008)
“New discoveries in Egypt will uncover a lost pyramid buried deep under the sand……” (World Predictions 2012- Part II – Aug 6, 2008)
“Space rover on Mars gets stuck, loses communication. ” (World Predictions 2008 – Part II June 9, 2008)
“New planet/solar system discovered by early 2009? (World Predictions 2008 – Part II June 9, 2008)
“Massive layoffs in the US auto industry will be reported before Christmas” (World Predictions 2008 – Part III – Oct 10, 2008)
“..charges will be filled against Casey very soon, one on top of the other” (Missing Persons Report – I Caylee Anthony.
“Mergers of major banks like Citigroup begin after financial loss disclosures” (World Predictions 2009 – Part I – Apr 26, 2008).

Is this what the predictions are all about ??
They are just fake. no one can do this kind of predictions..!!

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ARCHGATER

10:08 AM ET

December 20, 2011

This is really good work

This is really good work :)

Thanks

 

MAHNMUNABIBI

11:15 AM ET

December 20, 2011

Great predictions. You have

Great predictions. You have also suggested good predictions.. are these yours? :D

 

AGDOC

1:05 AM ET

December 21, 2011

Really??

Do you know the guy up above? Soooooooo, Karnack, I suppose you want my credit card number now?

 

ZEO

11:28 AM ET

December 22, 2011

Please Don't Copy References Number

Just copy and paste your comment but leave out the references number buddy..

 

B881428

4:46 AM ET

December 25, 2011

In Hujurat: 13 it is said

In Hujurat: 13 it is said that all human beings are equal in birth, came into existence from a male and a female, so those who have more intergrity (taqwa)-and according to this verse have belief and knowledge which are the inseperable essentials of taqwa-are exalted by Allah.PDF Editor for Mac
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B881428

4:52 AM ET

December 25, 2011

It is said that through the

It is said that through the science of hypnosis the will of the living being can be controlled, then how can one deny the superior power of the spirit which can effect any change in any natural phenomenon?PDF Editor for Mac
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MYTOY78

10:55 AM ET

December 20, 2011

Gratefull Downfall

I don't think you need to be clairvoyant to realise that corrupt dictatorships will eventually have their day. The Arab spring which has spread across the Arab world is one that brings hope, but also a time of uncertainty for it's people. One only has to look at the resurgence of the violent protests in Egypt, to realise that until full and fair democratic elections are in place, the country will not progress with the social security that is needed for the millions of its inhabitants. George Orwell's Animal Farm springs to mind, with the idea that if you cut off one tumour, another will grow in its place. This is inevitable unless democracy is established.

With the Mayan prediction of the end of civilisation as we know pinpointed for November 2012, it is unsurprising that some 'followers' are getting a little nervous about the forthcoming new year.

However rather than a literal destruction of mankind, perhaps it's more of an omen for the collapse of society as the world banks fail, political unrest in the middle east intensifies and Europe ostracises itself from the rest of the world. Either way, next year will be a bumpy ride for many..

Concerned spybublet observer

 

D J TORRAS

11:15 AM ET

December 20, 2011

On Germany's nuclear U-turn

I can see this happening so often that is really makes me think nobody, not even scientists are sure of what is best. However, when an accident of such great proportion and consequences occurs, this is the only thing that always works, because fear is what makes us change our minds. It is sad, however, that as human beings we still need to reach that point where catastrophe strikes to actually take action... We need a breath of fresh air when it comes to nuclear energy policies. But, unfortunately, here in the UK I think they would need an accident much closer to home for real action to take place... With energy so powerful as the sun, the wind and the rest of renewables, we have the technology to do it, but money and bureaucracy gets in the way, as usual.

 

LMH6331

12:14 AM ET

December 21, 2011

China's Coming Collapse

I think you're dismissal of China's forthcoming collapse is too early.

China's FDI and manufacturing are both on the decline. Entrepreneurs are leaving the country. Even Jim O'Neill, the Goldman Sachs analyst that coined "BRIC," told Charlie Rose he's worried he may have caused a "prophecy bubble."

There is a really interesting, fairly comprehensive essay on China's possible collapse at E-International Relations. It examines most of these issues. Please read it here:

http://www.e-ir.info/?p=10605

Chang admitted, back in April, that China might not collapse this year. But, writing at the height of the Arab Spring and the spread of the Jasmine uprisings, he noted that dissent and inflation both increase in the spring. This is something China needs to be worried about, especially now that it's facing a protracted protest in Wukan.

http://www.nytimes.com/2011/12/15/world/asia/chinese-village-locked-in-rebellion-against-authorities.html?_r=1&ref=andrewjacobs

Even Secretary Clinton, and your FP colleague, Jack Goldstone might agree. Clinton has indicated that China may collapse herself, and Goldston said China should be dropped from BRIC.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-13353199
http://www.foreignpolicy.com/articles/2011/12/02/rise_of_the_timbis

And even if China doesn't collapse this year, a number of other analysts and experts still think it's possible. The forecasting firm, STRATFOR, still insists China could collapse this decade, and the LA Times notes that the "collapse thesis" is in vogue.

http://www.stratfor.com/forecast/20110107-annual-forecast-2011
http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-china-bears-20111128,0,7099607.story?track=rss&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter&dlvrit=104530

Ultimately, while China may have came out of the Great Recession largely unscathed, the sluggish economy is eventually going to derail the country's growth. Just refer to John Gulick's article in the Journal of World Systems Research.

http://jwsr.ucr.edu/archive/vol17/Gulick-vol17n1.pdf

 

TOPNOTCH

1:04 AM ET

December 21, 2011

awesome

This is great just what i wanted to hear. What a great year 2011 was.

 

AGDOC

1:11 AM ET

December 21, 2011

Not necessarily

At the time, everyone assumed Palin was positioning for a run at the nomination, incluiding Palin. The fact that she did poorly in focus groups and got little encouragement from Repub power brokers is what changed her mind. Rove wasn't wrong at all.

 

GRANT

8:57 PM ET

December 21, 2011

Well, Rove was correct that

Well, Rove was correct that you can only tease and suggest interest in national politics for so long before you bankrupt your credit at newspapers. Palin will probably still have some popularity in far right circles but she's pretty much gone from the national stage.

 

WALTSWRONGWITHTHISPICTURE

3:43 PM ET

December 21, 2011

and now for some real truth...have a listen fellas

http://dotsub.com/view/3ded8dbc-6612-4822-9d91-e605b59d05fd

 

MARCOSARCONDICIONADO

8:54 AM ET

December 22, 2011

2011 Elections

i Agree in day after his speech promising to fulfill his term and hand over Nanomatik only when he was ready, Mubarak stepped down, reportedly under pressure from his own military....Thanks !
massagista

 

HECTORGREG11

2:36 PM ET

December 22, 2011

great year for change

this has to have been one of the best years ever for change and I think it was all for the better. There is a lot of stuff going on in the world right now and the world is opening up and people are getting closer to freedom. it is time for the world to live in peace and harmony, because suffering and brutality has no place in this world anymore....talk about a great year to get rid of hiccups which these dictators most definitely were a bad case. I'm gonna celebrate with a new/used car...you can bet on that.

 

JOSHUAFP

8:48 AM ET

December 23, 2011

focus 2012, hope for better future

Following some reasonable predictions is like having a backup generator for your house. Of course you're hoping you'll never have to use it inkzen, but it brings a nice peace of mind all the same.

totally agree with this. What we can do now is focus for 2012 and built a better future. Not for us but for our next generation. I hope no more killing and war.

 

SHEILAAR

7:06 AM ET

December 29, 2011

Said that through the

i Agree in is said that through the science of hypnosis the will of the living being can be controlled, then how can one deny the superior power of the spirit which can effect any change in any natural phenomenon? Good Work!
massagista
avioes venda

 

CONNE

8:31 AM ET

December 30, 2011

A Turbulent 2011 Indeed

Whether the predictions were true or not, 2011 has been a year of turbulence with the Arab spring and the shaking of the European Union.

None of these were totally unexpected as we all know that corrupt dictatorship will eventually have their day. And if you are overspending, the day will come when you have to beg for money.

The Arab spring for example is one that brings hope although it is also a time of uncertainty for the people. The same with the European union. Reforms have to be undertaken before real growth can take place. Penny