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Posted in: Miura becomes oldest person to reach Everest summit
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@HonestDictator I don't support the Islamic religion, and in fact, I don't support any religions. I…
Posted in: Anti-Islamist protests flare after British soldier butchered near London barracks
Inspiring! Congratulations to him and his team!
Posted in: Miura becomes oldest person to reach Everest summit
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whateverz
The referee was bad, Australia did well with one man down and Japan did well considering that it was an away game. Japan's soccer has improved tremendously but not to the point where they can beat Australia easily. I still say there pretty much equal (now). Couple of years ago, Australia was much stronger so it shows a marked improvement that the world is now noticing except you.
Posted in: Australia, Japan draw 1-1 in World Cup qualifier
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whateverz
I agree
Posted in: Woman gets suspended sentence for dumping her baby's body
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whateverz
@Cletus
I thought the same. But if the allegations were true, he probably violated the convention since he was receiving money from J-companies for information....that was sensitive? Maybe some kind of restrictions for diplomats that he violated.
Posted in: Chinese diplomat leaves Japan under spy cloud
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whateverz
Because that's not the reason why she "got off." It's hard to figure out what she was charged with but I'm assuming the prosecutor didn't press for murder...especially because it was too hard to prove by that point. It's interesting that she got a suspended sentence though. Want to know the situations and circumstances of the defendant that persuaded the judge to hand this sentence down.
Posted in: Woman gets suspended sentence for dumping her baby's body
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whateverz
You got that right!
Posted in: Sony ends panel joint venture with Sharp
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whateverz
Are we reading the same article? Where on earth did the whalers take any action regarding this incident? Don't equate Watson's dubious assumptions that the Japanese are behind his arrest. Nothing has been shown regarding the whalers' action.
Posted in: Costa Rica assures fair trial for Watson
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whateverz
Totally agree. It shows character.
Posted in: Chinese activist arrives in U.S. with family
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whateverz
I hope his relatives will be safe and I truly wish that China will embrace human rights issues that are valued and protected in the US. I believe every country should protect its people with this fundamental right. China is so rich in history and culture. It will become more awesome if it progresses in this aspect!
Posted in: Chinese activist arrives in U.S. with family
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whateverz
Rest in Peace.
Posted in: Three dead, 50 hurt in northern Italy quake
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whateverz
Wow, now that is an accomplishment! So much respect for this woman. Just shows that age shouldn't stop you from trying to pursue your endeavors. Bravo!
Posted in: 73-year-old Japanese woman scales Mount Everest
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whateverz
Incorrect. Please do some research.
Posted in: New Jersey town's monument to Korean sex slaves upsetting Japanese officials
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whateverz
Correct all the way. And to those who talk about the 1965 treaty, I agree that the comfort women issue is legally settled. The problem with this story is that the people of this town are setting up a monument in the US. They, as in the town residents, have every right to put it up. What made it even worst was that these bureaucrats tried to "bribe" the officials to remove it. Sadly, that is truly disgusting behavior.
Posted in: New Jersey town's monument to Korean sex slaves upsetting Japanese officials
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@yuri
Ah, that make sense. The article didn't really specify that. Thanks!
Posted in: S Korea suspends first military accords with Japan
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@tokyokawasaki
Spot on!
Posted in: What's the difference between an average burger and a great one?
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whateverz
That's BS because they were in talks already. They could have easily gauged public sentiment, especially when they announced the agreement in the beginning. There has to be something that triggered the postponement.
Posted in: S Korea suspends first military accords with Japan
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whateverz
Does that mean it was only the SK government that backtracked the agreement or the Japanese government as well? The article seems like it was only the SK, but it doesn't really give specific reasons why. It's too bad too since they were going to sign it this month. So close, yet it didn't happen.
Posted in: S Korea suspends first military accords with Japan
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whateverz
@Yuri,
Yes, the US will respond since Japan is an ally. The issue will be on how the US should respond. Just because you think the US won't respond by A-bombing NK doesn't mean that the US won't respond to Japan's call.
Posted in: Japan to launch 4 satellites, including 1 for S Korea
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whateverz
If you really read what the ladies were saying, I think they're all really showing true sportsmanship. I bet the ladies meant that they were going to pour all their hearts out to try and win the gold medal. But, they will play fair and square to try and win it all. I don't think there's nothing wrong with that. I base my assumptions on the respects they have of the Japanese team, which are still lower in rank than the US. They could have easily said something uncalled for. Look at what they're saying and you'll realize the character of these players. To be able to respect your opponent shows sportsmanship. As for "revenge," poor choice of word made by the writer of the article. Not really fair to place blame on the American soccer players since I doubt they said they wanted revenge.
Posted in: U.S. women's soccer team eye revenge against Japan in London
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whateverz
Perhaps because medias around the world, aside from N. Korea, believes that they are not really missles but in fact real satellites?
Posted in: Japan to launch 4 satellites, including 1 for S Korea
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whateverz
@nessie
I'm arguing about the comment that says Japan is not a country that values freshness. Just because it originally started off with preserved fishes, my statement still stands IF the Japanese enjoys and values fresh sushi today, doesn't it?
Of course, Japanese having sensitive palette is absolutely rubbish. Having a sensitive palette means the Japanese are somehow anatomically different than others which I totally disagree with.
Posted in: Japanese beer heads cause Westerners to froth at the mouth