For those of you who have lost track about what is happening in the Middle East, here is a handy guide about who is fighting about what and what effects it may have on the globe. The cheerful title belays some rather grim possibilities.
Handy Guide to Middle East Revolts

Oh, after reading that guide THIS bit of news is cause for some concern. It seems Friday's day of rage in Saudi Arabia has resulted in Saudi police opening fire on protesters.

I've said it before and I'll say it again, fuel prices are going to get ugly(ier).

-Blast