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Dr. Fred Kaplan discusses the speaking styles of Presidents Obama and Lincoln
Naha, May 28 - Dr. Fred Kaplan, author of numerous biographies on English writers and most recently a book on President Abraham Lincoln called "Lincoln: The Biography of a Writer," visited Okinawa to discuss the ways in which Presidents Lincoln and Obama both use the English language to achieve their policy goals. [More]


Consulate Staff Test Segway Scooters
Naha, May 8 - The officers and staff of Consulate General Naha had the opportunity to test the Segway Personal Transporters today. The Segaways, which are made in New Hampshire, USA, have been imported to Okinawa for use on golf courses and resorts. [More]