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Society – 04.04.08

April 4th, 2008

Biker Turf War Escalating in Germany: The Bandidos and the Hell’s Angels are waging all-out war for dominance in Germany. Court testimony by a former member — who crossed his gang and is now living in protective custody — is providing frightening details about these secretive societies. [Spiegel]

Virtual nightmares about social networking: ‘Children at risk online!’ declare two new British reports. Yet they seem to be based more on unfounded fears about web weirdos and ignorant parents than on hard facts. [Spiked]

An Unfamiliar (Economic) Game: Wall Street has become addicted to taking enormous risks and sticking taxpayers with the bill. As a result, financial panics are causing real recessions and returning us to the 19th century. [American Prospect]

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