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Universidad ESAN; Lima Peru

My name is Lorena, I am 21 years old and I am originally from the south of Germany. My home University is University of Pforzheim and it is close to the Black Forest.

I am currently taking part in a double degree program which brought me to ESAN in Lima. My major is marketing and this is my fourth semester.

I love Peru, it’s delicious food and the cheerful Salsa rhythm but from time to time I really miss German traditional music and food.

Maybe you have heard of the Oktoberfest which is originally from Munich, the capital of Bavaria, a state in the south of Germany.

I live close to this city and I will introduce you to our traditions, one example is Oktoberfest party. Even though it is called Oktoberfest, it starts in September and lasts three weeks.

This event already existed since 1820 and was first celebrated on the occasion of the wedding of the Bavarian prince Ludwig. People from all around the world visit Munich just to see this traditional German party with their own eyes.

In the pictures you can see the traditional dresses girls wear that we call Dirndl. On the right you can see boys wearing leather pants, jackets and a traditional shirt with squares.

This is also a famous Oktoberfest outfit. In the background you can see roller coasters and a Ferris wheel. This is part of the fair and people go their with the whole family to have a good time.

The main activity during the day is walking around the huge fair, eat a lot of delicious food like sausages, different kinds of bread and of course: beer, but be careful if you ever go there because the beer at Oktoberfest contains more alcohol than normal beer.

My favourite food is Brezel, which is a special bread with a lot of salt. The atmosphere during the party is very relaxed, friendly and everything is connected to our traditions.

People also dance in big tents, there is always live music. They usually play music which I enjoy a lot.

By Evelin Ortiz
Centro Universitário de Jaguariúna

Since the prehistoric era, man has maintained a relationship with animals, which were used for various purposes, such as the protection of territory, transport of cargo, hunting, and also as a source of heating in very low temperatures for man.

The interaction between man and animal is more noticeable when the animal is domesticated because they represent a source of attachment and affection.

Brazil has the largest animal population in the world, with about 106 million, ranking fourth place among other countries, being also the second largest country in the pet market. Research reports that 57% of the world population and 76% of Brazilians have at least one pet.

These data reveal the great domestication and acceptance of animals in the family environment, and being increasingly close to human beings. Brazil has the largest animal population in the world, with about 106 million, ranking fourth place among other countries, being also the second largest country in the pet market.

This fact becomes more interesting when domestic animals are used by professionals for beneficial use in the area of human health, no longer being seen only as companions, but also as physical and mental aids, serving as a very important “tool” for the current days, in which we witness many diseases around us.

Some benefits reported by researchers are: a significant decrease in psychological disorders, emotional improvement, reduction of loneliness, and the promotion of relief and comfort in moments of loss.

Furthermore, pets favor children and the elderly, and pet owners have more controlled blood pressure and stress, with less of a chance of having heart problems.

It is of great importance to point out that animals are sentient beings; that is, they feel fear, pain, stress, love, longing, and more importantly, they feel the joy that is transmitted to humans beings, so their emotional capacity is remarkable, very similar to ours.

With the passing of the time and through the process of evolution, today these incredible animals are very useful in treatments for example, assisting as guide dogs, serving as inseparable companions of the visually impaired; pet therapy, and helping in the treatment of diseases such as depression and stress.

Also, Equine-therapy with the use of horses helps disabled people, while guard dogs assist Policemen and Firemen in their most risky emergencies.

We can also mention the case of two dogs of the border-collie breed that worked to rescue people, in the tragedy that occurred in 2015 in Brazil, where the Mariana dam, located in Minas Gerais was broken; dolphins are also trained to provide therapy for autistic children.

The presence and cooperation of these animals can be seen as highly efficient, and can be considered as irreplaceable because they are capable of improving difficult
situations, providing an incentive to disadvantaged people.

Although cases of mistreatment and abandonment of these animals are still so frequent, there are good people who treat them with their due value by regarding them as family members.

Even with the difficulty of not being able to communicate verbally, these animals still have the admirable ability to accept their handlers whilst providing them with the hope of healing.

By Glenda Souza da Silva
Centro Universitário de Jaguariúna

The use of animals in scientific re search is an issue that has generated many discussion in Brazilian and global society, since the concern with animals, which are considered sentient beings; that is, capable of feeling pain and suffering, has been growing, causing conflict and doubt about its use in scientific experiments.

The big questions to be analyzed are whether there is still a need to use them for such experiments, if there are no other ways to perform the procedures and to what extent this method should be used.

Animals such as monkeys, rabbits, dogs and especially mice have been used since ancient times until present. This happens because they are considered the only ones able to promote a better explanation of how the human body works, and through them, experiments are performed to analyze the development and prophylaxis of diseases that can affect society in general.

Even with the current technological evolution, animals continue to be considered the main means of accessing such discoveries. Individuals involved with the protection of animals believe that the practice can be considered dispensable, claiming that there is great feasibility in using other research methods for the occasion.

Moreover, the interpretations of such experiments can generate failures in their conclusions since they are carried out in a certain animal species to be applied in another species, which is completely different, such as the case of the human being.

Even in the face of this polemic, many scientific research centers are still experimenting on animals with the main purpose of discovering cures for serious and lethal diseases or understanding the mechanism of the appearance of various diseases that can affect both humans and other species.

What has been done, in view of the above mentioned aspects, is in situations where there are no other forms besides the use of animals, one must use as few of them as possible to obtain valid results.

The method should be well chosen and analyzed in order not to cause pain and suffering to the animals in question, having sedative and anesthetic aid. It is of paramount importance that well-qualified professionals, so as not to cause great discomfort to the animal, develop the procedures.

Animals must be placed in appropriate locations in order to reduce stress and, where possible, must be replaced by other methods of research.

Animal experimentation, especially for scientific research, should not necessarily be banned, since the progress made through the animals in the knowledge of physiology, pharmacology and pathology would not have been possible without the use of the same for the performance of the procedures, and to this day, several diseases and their respective treatments are mostly discovered through these methods, and are considered of paramount importance for the control of diseases of the population as a whole.

What should be taken into serious account where ethics is concerned, is the proper management and provision of the best possible welfare of the animals used, in addition to inspecting whether there really is a need to use them for certain procedures.

Alternative ways should not be overlooked and studied so that soon, these animals will no longer be the main means of discovering diseases and their respective preventions, these animals can then live in a free way.

By Kim So Hui, University of Ulsan

“We will, We will, Rock you!” Is there anyone on this planet who has not heard this song yet? This is, of course, one of Queen’s biggest hits, and the movie Bohemian Rhapsody, which centers around Queen, the rock band who rocked and shocked the world, was released recently. Not surprisingly, like the band’s music, this movie is also proving to be a massive hit around the world.

Basically, the movie focuses on Freddie Mercury who was the lead vocalist of Queen. The story is about a part-timer from an immigrant family who dreamed of music while working as a luggage handler at an airport. After hearing the news that the local band which he admired was seeking a new vocalist, he decided to get in touch with them, and the rest is history. After joining the band, Queen became a huge success through their hit single Bohemian Rhapsody. As wealth and fame started shining on Freddie, the lead singer, he increasingly started to degenerate into solitude and gave in to numerous temptations, even betraying his loyalty to the members and becoming a solo artist. Rumors about immigrant homosexuality also started following him in isolation, and while mentally ill, he ended up turning his back on many of the people he was with previously. Was he able to return to Mary, his muse, and to his colleagues, who were almost like a family to him? That is for you to find out when you go see this excellent movie.

I highly recommended that you should see this movie in a theater, since the movie is about Freddie Mercury and, of course, Queen’s musical life, and it is therefore very important to hear their songs in good quality. So, whether you simply miss Queen’s music, you are a die-hard fan, or would just like to know more about Freddie Mercury, why don’t you go see Bohemian Rhap-sody this weekend at a theater near you.

photo taken from:http://www.foxmovies-jp.com/bohemianrhapsody/

By Kim Nan Kyeong, University of Ulsan

At the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics Korea displayed a spectacular drone show. The drone show impressed not only Koreans but also people all over the world. In simple terms, a drone is basically an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aerial vehicle controlled by using a remote control. In other words, it is an airplane or a helicopter-shaped figure which flies without human beings on board, guided by radio waves. Then, how could and would we be able to use drones in future?

Drones can be used to deliver food, medical supplies, and make home deliveries. Google X, a secret research organization at Google, has conducted various studies and has already started developing a new method of transportation called Wing. The Wing essentially consists of drones which are designed to make deliveries. They can fly up to 400 feet above the ground and make use of preplanned routes on demand using sensors and software to detect and avoid others in real time and safely deliver fragile packages to a spot the size of a doorstep. In military terms, one of the articles from BBC Future says that in theory, small drones in swarms can defeat any existing weapon, and can deliver enough precision firepower to cause destruction on a massive scale. Their impact could rival the development of the machine-gun: anyone without their own drone swarm could face rapid defeat on the battlefield in the future.

Technology in many fields is being developed today, but among them, drones have captured the world’s attention. If a well-developed drone is commercialized in the future, it could of great help to humans. I hope the day of commercializing drones will come soon

Dinh Bao Tran University of Ulsan

Not too long ago, I had the most amazing time in Tapei – the incredibly fantastic capital city of Taiwan. Although I went there on the weekend, I was extremely surprised to see the streets were not as noisy or crowded like others in big cities which I have been to before. But despite this, I still managed to see and experience the modernity of a capital city.

My first day began with a special kind of dumpling named Xiaolongbao. It is said to have been a famous Chinese king’s favorite food in the past. Then, I visited Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall which was built by a light ancient instruction with a blue decisive color. After that, I went on a tour to Shifen Waterfall, Shifen Old Street, and Jiufen Village. I totally enjoyed the breathtaking scenes of Shifen Waterfall. At Shifen Old Street, I also bought a decorative four-colored lantern. It is said the red, yellow, blue, and pink colors are symbols for health, wealth, promotion, and happiness; and when you write wishes on the lantern’s surface and send it to the sky, your wishes will come true. Jiufen is an old village decorated with wonderful lights from predominantly red lanterns like those I usually see in old movies. Finally, I went to Ximending Night Market and was really excited to try the rather pungent Tofu. It does not have an attractive smell but it tastes unbelievably delicious.

The next day, I went to Tamsui which is famous for its old station. People sold lots of street food and milk tea at the village nearby. From Tamsui, I got on a ferry to go to Bali Left Bank. The next destination was the 101 Building, and I also visited Longshan Temple too. It is considered to be the most naturally powerful temple in Taipei, so many people were there to pray or make wishes for themselves. Finally, I stopped at Longshan Night Market. It is a perfect heaven for a food lover like me. I tried many special foods and bought some souvenirs.

I had only three days in Taipei but I could not deny I had fallen in love with its sights, food, and the lifestyle of Taiwanese people. It was the best trip for me and I will definitely visit Taipei again.

Park Geun Yeong
University of Ulsa

There are many things that I have come to love while traveling abroad, but there are three specific things that stand out. First, I usually fall in love with the scents of the country I am visiting. When you arrive at the airport by plane, you can smell it. Air temperatures are also different so you can feel and remember them better. For example, when I arrived in Indonesia, I smelled the stuffy, moist air with a touch of sweet and sour scent of flowers.

In Indonesia, I found out that the flower Franzipani is similar to the fragrance of the flower. Second, I liked the taste of tropical fruits and was fascinated by them. The tropical fruits I refer to here are not pineapples or bananas that can easily be found in Korea, but mango, mangosteen, and durian. The first time I became interested in tropical fruits was when a friend from the Philippines gave me dried mango as a gift. Since then, I remember eating ice cream with my friend mainly because it tasted like mango. It was when I went to Cambodia that I actually ate other raw fruits. I went there with a friend who had been eating mango ice cream with us, and even before we went, we promised to eat mango until we were sick of it. But we have, ironically, fallen in love with the juicy, sweet taste of mangosteen. This is still my favorite fruit. We ate durian, and it was really hard for me then, but now I really think it is delicious.

The last thing I enjoy about traveling, which I think may also be the driving force behind this article, are the fond healing memories I make. When I think about the things I love before going to bed, I can feel a little bit of happiness. I love songs that I heard often when I was traveling, or scenes that I experienced, and feel extremely fortunate to have made so many good memories while traveling. In order to make more memories such as these, I will travel and keep a record of them on future trips.