Japan is not playing an A-bomb card. The whole point of the A-bomb "issue" is to remember the tragedy of war and hope that weapons of mass destruction are never again used on civilians or used at all for that matter. It is a symbol for the denuclearization and peace…
Using domestic/local products is a goof idea from an eco-perspective, as it lessens the amount of oil/gas used in transport. The preference for domestic products as a concept isn't a bad thing.
And unlike Britain, Japan was never invaded by the Normans, Anglo-Saxons or the Vikings.
English also has many words of Arabic origin, as well as other words that are from peoples that did not conquer Britain. Also, many English words entered into the Japanese language during the American post-war occupation.…
I fully support Israel's right to exist and to ensure the security of their people, but I'm always disappointed when they build a new settlement or extend the security fence.
RepublicofTexas at 12:23 PM JST - 27th July
Russian hypocrisy...
Posted in Fugitive Karadzic worked in Belgrade clinic at 12:23 PM JST - 27th July
RepublicofTexas at 12:12 PM JST - 27th July
Japan is not playing an A-bomb card. The whole point of the A-bomb "issue" is to remember the tragedy of war and hope that weapons of mass destruction are never again used on civilians or used at all for that matter. It is a symbol for the denuclearization and peace…
Posted in Pelosi to visit Hiroshima for meeting, flower tributes at A-bomb monument at 12:12 PM JST - 27th July
RepublicofTexas at 12:40 PM JST - 26th July
Using domestic/local products is a goof idea from an eco-perspective, as it lessens the amount of oil/gas used in transport. The preference for domestic products as a concept isn't a bad thing.
Posted in More pubs hanging green lanterns to advertise domestic fare at 12:40 PM JST - 26th July
RepublicofTexas at 12:36 PM JST - 26th July
What? The Jewish lobby, is one of the most influential in the US. It's the main reason the US is such a staunch supporter of Israel.
Posted in Israel set to authorize more settlements in Jordan Valley at 12:36 PM JST - 26th July
RepublicofTexas at 12:34 PM JST - 26th July
English also has many words of Arabic origin, as well as other words that are from peoples that did not conquer Britain. Also, many English words entered into the Japanese language during the American post-war occupation.…
Posted in 'Stress' most recognized loanword in Japan at 12:34 PM JST - 26th July
RepublicofTexas at 12:24 PM JST - 26th July
Good for El Rey
Posted in Spanish king, Venezuelan president make peace at 12:24 PM JST - 26th July
RepublicofTexas at 12:19 PM JST - 26th July
Love matcha ice cream, good stuff.
Posted in Green tea ice cream from Häagen-Dazs at 12:19 PM JST - 26th July
RepublicofTexas at 01:21 PM JST - 25th July
It's sad that parents could be that cruel/stupid.
Posted in NZ court orders name change for girl with embarrassing name at 01:21 PM JST - 25th July
RepublicofTexas at 01:14 PM JST - 25th July
I fully support Israel's right to exist and to ensure the security of their people, but I'm always disappointed when they build a new settlement or extend the security fence.
Posted in Israel set to authorize more settlements in Jordan Valley at 01:14 PM JST - 25th July
RepublicofTexas at 01:13 PM JST - 25th July
Is Tokyo more expensive for foreigners than locals or is it the same?
Posted in Tokyo 2nd most expensive city for expats after Moscow at 01:13 PM JST - 25th July