I for one think that Typhoon would be great for Japan. It is certainly predicted to be a better A2A than the F-35 and is still a good platform for anything else they may need.

Another bonus is that tot would not be an issue, and reduces the risk of antagonising the PRC through the purchase of first strike capable aircraft.

http://www.geocities.com/Pentagon/3227/splash.jpg

A MiG 17 splashed by a Thud (F-105 Thunderchief)

The F.3 is a little underpowered at altitude, but other than this it is still probably the best interceptor out there.

If you like Tornados, I recommend the book ‘Team Tornado’. Not sure if its in print.

I wonder what the North Korean counter will be to the F15s the South now operates?

Does anyone know the condition of the North’s AF and any procurement plans they may have?

Does anyone know what the price of the wii is likely to be on release?

Comet,

I respect your view that animal testing is not perfect and it does not always deliver on its promises, no system works flawlessly.

But there have been many medical advances that have been delivered due to animal testing. An example would be asthma treatment.

Drugs that treat asthma include steriods and other chemicals that are muscle relaxants and anti-inflamitory. In a study of the effects of snake venom on mice, the venom contained a strong muscle relaxant, which allowed scientists to develop new and more effective drugs that save thousands of lives.

I think that we all agree that nobel prize winning scientists know what they are talking about? After all if they do not, then who does? In a survey of nobel prize winning scientists, 100% said that animal testing was neccessary for scientific advancement.

I would also like to ask you some questions regarding your points:

1: Do you eat meat? If yes then you concede that you are willing for animals to die for your benefit.

2: Do you agree with certain regimes that have existed in history and today that make use of torture? If no, then what do you think your proposal of testing drugs on prisoners ammounts to, if not torture?

I would also like to ask if you would be willing to make use of animal tested drugs for yourself or a loved one in order to save their life?

Regards
Jordan

You make a fair point there gnome, and I agree that human beings are arrogant creatures and that we should take care of the natural world around us.

But I do believe that human lives should be valued above that of animals.

BuffPuff, I agree 100% with your assertion. If someone is so strongly against animal testing then they would not use products tested on animals. For example, I will not buy the products of firms that I believe conduct their business in an immoral way.