Sunday, August 17, 2014


Biologist and author
 
 

Monsters at the End of a War

August 15 was the end of World War II in Asia, 69 years ago, following the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. I could not find a single reference to the bombings, or to the end of the war itself, anywhere in the American media.
Author of "Ghosts of Tom Joad: A Story of the #99Percent" and "We Meant Well"

Kerry Reaffirms 'Ambitious Agenda' of U.S. Engagement in Asia and the Pacific

In terms of economic growth, Kerry focused on negotiations over the sweeping, 12-nation Tans-Pacific Partnership free trade agreement, or TPP. Negotiators had hoped to conclude a TPP agreement a number of months ago, but progress on the complex pact has slowed since then.
Promoting better relations and understanding among the people and nations of the United States, Asia and the Pacific

Who Was the First Named Human?

Not surprisingly, the record of the first humans identified by a personal name goes back to before the dawn of history itself. Through his artistic "Love Symbol", the The Artist Formerly Known as Prince gave us a clue how pre-writing names were probably rendered!
Astronomer, National Institute of Aerospace

China's Paramilitary Opens Fire on Tibetans - 10 Injured

Around ten Tibetans have been seriously wounded after security forces began shooting into an unarmed crowd, according to information gathered by a number of rights groups.
Writer with special interest in China and Tibet
 

Sasebo Naval Base, Japan : Home of the Fastest BBQ Pork Sliders in Competitive Eating

When you think of great BBQ pork, stripped sauce-soaked goodness, you probably think of Clarksdale, or Walterboro, or some tiny town in Texas. What if I told you the best I've had was in Sasebo, Japan on the Navy Base?
Competitive eater

'Green News Report' - August 14, 2014

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Co-hosts of the radio's nationally syndicated 'Green News Report'

On Japan and China: Taking a Stand, Not Taking Sides

We have not yet seen any renewed attempt to re-establish the "Quadrilateral Security Dialogue," comprising Japan, Australia, the U.S., and India, which conducted joint military exercises in 2007 and was seen by China as a hostile containment enterprise. But it is not hard to imagine that this is still very much on Abe's wish list. The dangers should not be exaggerated. But, with strategic competition between the U.S. and China as delicately poised as it is, and with the economic interests of Australia, Japan, and many others in the region bound up just as intensely with China as their security interests are with the U.S., rocking the boat carries serious risks.
President Intl. Crisis Group, Australian Foreign Minister (1988-1996)

New Air Quality Index May Help India's Cities Breathe Easier

India was dealt a blow in May when a World Health Organization (WHO) study assessing air pollution in cities ranked New Delhi below Beijing. The study said that New Delhi has "the world's worst air quality."
Project Director, Yale Center for Environmental Law and Policy

John Kerry: Stay Home, Eat Well and Get Some Rest

In my youth, when trouble occurred, the Lone Ranger would ride into town and punish the bad guys. Today, when facing calamity, John Kerry rides into town and asks the bad guys to compromise.
Former CEO, King Broadcasting Company

Eating for the Troops: Navy Entertainment in Yokosuka, Japan

I have been fortunate to be on six of those tours and as MLE often opens for a band with a Pro-Am, we not only eat for the troops, but with the troops -- each MLE eater is paired with one or two military members and eats as a team.
Competitive eater

Almost 60 Years After the War, U.S. Women Lag Behind Japan

U.S. women still wait -- we do not have equal rights in our Constitution. Oh sure, we have some statutes outlawing discrimination, but they've already been weakened by the courts and can be overturned outright at any time by an increasingly hostile Congress.
Money Editor, Ms. magazine; director, Corporate Accountability Project, National Council of Women's Organizations

Travel Photography How-tos: People Add Perspective

For me, seeing a person in an image makes it more memorable because it tells a greater story than a landscape ever could. It also adds cultural reference.
Travel writer and photographer

The Window of M&A Opportunity for Transformative Deals Remains Open

A broad-based recovery across a variety of sectors driven by the US should see market conditions continue to foster this trend -- making the next 6-12 months an ideal window of opportunity to do transformative deals.
Global Head of EY's Transaction Advisory Services

Robin Williams Taught Us to Laugh at Ourselves

We lost a remarkable artist Monday and will be feeling his loss for some time. But I am glad we have the film work and legacy he left behind.
Musician

8 Tips For a Life In China

Life abroad is one of the most difficult, exciting, exasperating, rewarding, and incredible experiences you can have. Here are some tips for living in China and getting the most from your experience there.
Founder and CEO, BRIC Language Systems

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