World's Most Powerful Women-2010

Forbes released its latest list of the world's 100 most powerful women.  The list was interesting and full of surprises. They are heads of state and first ladies, bankers and cultural icons, CEOs and entrepreneurial athletes. Let's take a look at the top ten, a fresh look at power and creative influence:

(Rank, Name, Age, Country, Category and Title)

1	Michelle Obama First Lady	47	United States	Politics
2	Irene Rosenfeld Chief Executive, Kraft Foods

Forbes Lists The 10 Most Powerful People in the World

There are 6.8 billion people on the planet. Forbes says that there are 68 who matter. We'll take a look at the top ten. There are certainly some surprises. The editors picked Hu Jintao, the president of the People's Republic of China as the world's most powerful man, ahead of U.S. President Barack Obama (No. 2).

Most people are fascinated by power. We stand in awe of those who apply it adroitly -- and in fear of those who abuse it. Many lust for power and most would rather be a hammer than a nail.
Here's the Forbes Top Ten: