In preparation for my trip to Japan, I read this book about the history of the Japanese beer industry. I like Japanese beer. Sure, it is light on flavor and practically indistinguishable among labels. But it hits the spot after a long day of walking and compliments almost any savory meal. The book not only covered the origins and evolution of Japanese beer but the historical events that shaped the industry. In reading it I gained an appreciation for the country’s foamy golden drink and culture of gritty resourcefulness.
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It’s practically impossible to look at the news these days without reading headlines about the “migrant crisis.” Reports tell of asylum seekers from Venezuela crowding hotels and shelters in New York and Chicago. Politicians call for a response to the droves of people crossing the Southern border on foot.
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If you ever meet my mother, I can guarantee that within the first five minutes she will ask you about your job. “What do you do?” “Where do you work?” “How long have you done that?” But I hear these questions less often among my generational peers. Lately, I’ve found myself waffling during introductions and wondering - is it o.k. to ask someone that you’ve just met what they do for work?
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Single-judge divisions in federal courts have inadvertently given rise to judge-shopping, when plaintiffs strategically file suit in a division based on favorability of its judge.
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In the heyday of Lookbook.nu, I tried and failed to become a star. Despite composing whimsical names for my looks, incorporating vintage pieces, and trekking out to the middle of nowhere to stage folksy shoots, I topped out at 100 fans. But Lookbook did serve as a source of inspiration for my 2010’s twee, pseudo-French girl wardrobe. And several of its proteges went on to make careers of fashion blogging, creators like Luanna Perez-Garreaud, Rachel Martino, and Steffy Degreff.
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