Weekend Links of Interest

• A tidal wave of discontent threatens China
  
  
• These Uggs aren't made for walkin'
  
  
• Free calls from Skype could come soon to iPhones
  
  
• Madoff's Sister Among Scammed Victims
  
  
• Volatility Points to S&P 500 Gains With Widest Gap
  
  
• Distressed asset indices fall sharply
  
  
• Fed May Purchase Treasuries in Days to Ease Credit
  
  
• Hedge Fund Okumus Capital Shuts Down
  
  
• Poll Finds Faith in Obama, Mixed With Patience
  
  
• Dude, Where's My Rally?
  
  
• Fed Wants ‘Comprehensive’ Plan to Cleanse U.S. Banks
  
  
• The recession will be over sooner than you think
  
  
• 30-year mortgage under 5%
  
  
• You can be hopeful about your nest egg