Awash with light weapons
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West African governments on November 1, 1998, established a 3-year moratorium on the import, export and manufacture of light weapons in the area. Governments in Sub-Saharan Africa such as Mozambique and South Africa have also taken steps to limit light weapons. Small arms such as machine guns and grenades are responsible for between 80% and 90% of casualties in modern warfare.
Publication Name: The World Today
Subject: Political science
ISSN: 0043-9134
Year: 1999
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From fast to quick
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Speed is a relatively recent concept, one in which space and time had to be separated before it could be. In the postmodern age, people think that it is a given from which they cannot escape. Speed once meant vitality or being quick. Being vital means being alive and quickening, coming to life.
Publication Name: New Perspectives Quarterly
Subject: Political science
ISSN: 0893-7850
Year: 1997
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Tossing "light:" quick and easy stir-fry recipes
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Oriental cooking, also known as stir frying is an easy way to cook complete and healthy meals. Oriental dishes usually consist of various vegetables, meats and spices. Some sample recipes are presented, all of which can be prepared using only a skillet and a stirring spoon.
Publication Name: The Crisis
Subject: Political science
ISSN: 0011-1422
Year: 1992
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