Must be a sign

It is definatelly past time to start posting again. And after reading this one story on msn, i have no doubt. ok, so what does Turkmenistan, Ashlee Simpson, opera, long hair and news reporters have in common? (yes i said turkmenistan). well turns out the "Radical Turkmen President Saparmurat Niyazov" has banned recorded music during live shows or tv performances. that is right no lip-syncing. why is he doing this? he is trying to "protect the culture, including the musical and singing traditions of the Turkmen people" from what he calls "negative influences." funny in itselfe but it gets better. other decrees has has decreed:
1. banned opera and ballet (because in his opinion they are "unnecessary")
2. no Car radios, long hair and beards for young men.
3. Female news reporters cannot dye there hair or wear makeup.
So if you want accuall live music, no opera, presentable young men, and natural news reporters, head over to Turkmenistan, where ever the heck it is.
Ian