Something About Attention

So North Korea finally launched their missiles. It's about time. 2 weeks ago this was the biggest news story but as of late there has been less and less information. The North simply wants the world's attention on nothing more than itself. All attention was on Iran when the North's expected missile launch became known. For a few days all eyes were on North Korea. Then Israel decided to steal the spotlight. I knew as soon as the news started to sway from North Korea they would feel the need to act; now they have what they wanted. Sort of. What they really want is one-on-one talks with the United States. Isn't it funny how The U.S. suggested direct talks with Iran over their nuclear development but have refused the same direct talks with North Korea?

While Japan is steaming about the missile launch, South Korea is steaming for another reason. All western news sources are referring to the water between Korea and Japan as "The Sea of Japan." According to the South Koreans, this body of water is called "The East Sea." Between 8:00 and 9:00 this morning I heard CNN refer to the water as "The Sea of Japan" a total of 18 times. This is sure to piss off the South Koreans.