In the meantime, individuals can choose to progress human evolution by deciding to think beyond the current socially accepted limitations of perception. This may not be easy – as sometimes the powers that be will attempt to oppress any progress in a certain direction that might deprive a privileged minority of their power and influence. In reality, progression requires bravery, insight and resolve.
Category: Human Interest
Anything that does not fit into to any of the other specific categories and is of general interest!
The Curious Case of Yanagi Ryuken Part I (1941-2006) – Iwakura Tsuyoshi
Background information to the infamous 2006 challenge match between Yanagi Ryuken and Iwakura Tsuyoshi in Japan, the video of which went viral in a matter of hours in both Asia and Japan. Curiously, despite Yanagi’s lose – he is as popular as ever in Japan, whereas Iwakura Tsuyoshi has disappeared into obscurity.
Sumo (相撲) Ancient Art of Japan
Sumo can also mean a ‘trial of strength that reveals the unity of nature’. I prefer the latter translation, and believe this is nearer how the Japanese people interpret Sumo wrestling.
London: Save Our NHS March (4.3.2017)
Despite the British people voting for ‘Brexit’ for the UK to leave the European Union (EU), the Tory government is continuing to ‘privatise’ the NHS.
Buddha in the Grand Canyon – How Newspapers Print Nonsense
Of course, within reason, anything is possible, but there are limits to credibility, if only for the sake of reason and sanity. Having visiting ancient
Pitcairn and Imperialist Hypocrisy
In the meantime, there has been allegations of institutional racism perpetuated by the British Labour Party in the handling of this bizarre situation, as the age of consent varies markedly not only across European countries, but also across the world.