Donald Trump’s much-hyped military parade yesterday to mark the 250th anniversary of the US Army turned into a soggy, costly spectacle that failed to draw the expected crowds or enthusiasm. Despite spending millions and show- casing tanks and troops, the event was marred by poor weather, low attendance, and a muted atmosphere. Even the president and his closest allies appeared bored or ...

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A lot of debate recently about the appropriateness of "Rule Britannia" and "Land of Hope and Glory" as songs for the modern age. The middle verse of "God Save the Queen" is equally controversial, but it strikes me that although I sang the song hundreds of times when I was young and had little choice in the matter, I have never sung the offending verse because it was always tactfully dropped. I don...

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Oma's homeland   

    Tell me, my motherland did not give in to your character? My sacrifice, Titus is all about you. I dreamed every day just to love you, I dreamed of being with your children. I dreamed of the happiness of your heart, So I took up the task of sacrifice. That day I broke all the nets of Maya, My abandonment with you was immaculate. I took shelter in your chest, broke it all, I...

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