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World Cup Flopping
In: Source: WSJ Sports
12 Jul 2010The WSJ has a compilation of some of the most flagrant acting performances from the world cup. I hope FIFA does something to correct the reffing/flopping issue – it’s embarrassing to watch such amazing athletes act like children.
Double Dip Danger Signs
In: Bailout Finance Housing Source: WSJ Stock Market US Economy
1 Jul 2010The WSJ looks at indicators in seven areas to gauge whether we are sliding back into recession. Related article.
2009: How Americans Spent Their Time
28 Jun 2010Roll-over details alleviate the normal pie-chart problems (somewhat). However, who averages 8.6 hours of sleep a day and only 3.5 hours of work? Maybe I’m just not average. The related article talks about the impact of higher unemployment on this data.
World Cup Goals: When, Where, Who
28 Jun 2010I’m getting a little tired of World Cup visualizations (especially since the US lost on Saturday), but the WSJ’s views of individual goals is interesting. You can view them by date, country, field position, stadium, club team, game time, or player.
Updated: Global Policy Rate Map
7 Jun 2010
Updated: US Unemployment
11 May 2010
Volcano Eruptions 1800-2010
29 Apr 2010
The New Benjamin
26 Apr 2010Anyone else think the 3d ribbon down the middle is butt ugly? And the liberty bell inside an inkwell? Ick.
Global Interest Rate Tracker
In: Finance Global Economy Interactive Maps Politics Source: WSJ Updated regularly US Economy
26 Apr 2010Central bank rates from 2004-present (updated 4/20). See how countries are exiting from their stimulus policies.
European Airport Status Map
19 Apr 2010Looks like they might be updating this periodically (was showing 9:50am Monday when I posted). Related article.
Here’s another one from the Guardian that also shows the spread of the ash over time:
Banks Still Hiding Risk
9 Apr 2010Interactive from the WSJ showing how banks reduce short term borrowing each quarter before releasing info to the public. Related article. (via)
Fed Holds $1 trillion in Mortgage Securities
29 Mar 2010
March Madness Twitter Feed
28 Mar 2010
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