Really Interesting Chart of the Day:

From the Economist:

A bit of explanation:

Measured in years lived, the present century, which is only ten years old, is already “longer” than the whole of the 17th century. This century has made an even bigger contribution to economic history. Over 23% of all the goods and services made (worldwide) since 1AD were produced from 2001 to 2010…

It’ll be interesting to see an update in 2111. I’ll have to start living better so I can see it myself.

Via Memeorandum.

UPDATE - Matthew Yglesias sees the same chart, leaps onto a chair and begins screaming while holding his skirt up out of the way. Sheesh. Get a grip.