Things to Check Out - 6.26.07

Serving it up hot:

• Warren Buffett thinks he may have started a trend in giving and sees Americans as becoming more philanthropic.
• And he may be right, since Americans set a record for giving in 2006.
• Germany loves the Hoff, but has banned Tom Cruise.
• Ryan Healy takes on the idea that today's younger generations are 'impatient' in the workplace.
• Here are some tips to be a better reader.
• I really like this way to give: On August 18, coders and programmers will compete to build a nonprofit's Web site in less than 24hours.
• And, I'll leave you with this image of a New Yorker cover: