Monday Linkage

Check your helmets, it's going to be a bumpy week.

Bush critic Krugman wins Nobel for economics

Police called in after London's Lord Mayor falls out with his neighbours over a dead cat

Al-Maliki: British Troops Not Necessary

Holocaust Survivors Share Their Love Story

LA Times: Pentagon divided over John McCain
For decades, the nation's military officer corps has identified steadfastly with the priorities and values of the Republican Party. So the brass should be reveling in the presidential campaign of John McCain.

Froth and awe: Iraq celebrates Oktoberfest

Louisiana's chameleon voters tint red state purple

San Francisco Chronicle: Once-hot issue of immigration barely mentioned on campaign trail
Just a year ago, immigration was a volatile political issue that consumed Congress and ignited passions among Americans on both sides of the debate. These days the presidential candidates barely mention the topic on the campaign trail.