Many are often obviously in favour of the policies of this or that party, but none of them would never use "we" or "us" to refer to a certain party. The British Press is controlled by a rather small number of extremely large multinational companies. This fact helps to explain two notable features. 1. One is the absolute freedom of speech an interference from government. The Press is so powerful in this respect that its sometimes referred to as " the fourth estate" 2. Second is the shallowness. Apart from sports the papers are full of little except stories of famous people and big headlines used as excuses to publish pictures of naked people. This has led to discussion about the possible need to ristrict the freedom of the press. This is because, in behaving this way, the press has found itself in conflict with the right to privacy. Complaints regarding invasion of privacy are dealt with by the Press Complaints Commission (PCC). - In other words the press regulates itself.
She noticed the rhythmic beating of her heart as the moment of truth arrived. scenic adj. concerning pleasant natural surroundings adv. scenically Syn. picturesque n. scenery n. scene The scenic route to the summit is much more interesting than the fastest route. The scenery in rural Japan is impressive. shallow adj. not far from top to bottom adv. shallowly Syn. superficial n. shallowness Estuaries are typically shallow bodies of water. The result of their research demonstrated the shallowness of the hypothesis. sheltered adj. protected from harmful elements; v. shelter isolated from reality n. shelter Syn. protected She has led a sheltered life since her parents have done everything for her. Everyone looked for shelter from the blazing sun. vanishing adj. going out of sight
pushes it aside. The final endeavour to clear the musical picture is not a success. The whole work, both in major and minor dimensions, has been shaped by the use of contrast. The quotation of folk music has been distorted into a grimace. It is possible that Rosenvald has paid too much attention to means of expression but, on the other hand, this is connected to the “satirical” side of his talent. The work is a suggestive reflection of our everyday nervousness, ugliness and shallowness, but also a yearning for the beauty in life. The Sixth Symphony (1970) consists of two movements: 1. Lyrical Preludes and Intermezzos; 2. Fuga quasi Toccata.2 It is quite different to the previous symphony and a much milder tone makes itself felt. In the Preludes, gentle summer moods are dominant with shining impressionistic colours. The nature-inspired composer renders his emotions and feelings, the second prelude: Example 115. 1
the African Consulates General spend millions of dollars eating Chinese food a year. I have never seen a Chinese going to an African restaurant to reciprocate our patronage. The Chinese also control how America keeps its wardrobe clean. The question really is how could Africa have millions of educated men and women, yet have to import experts in all fields to manage areas of economic development, engineering and others for which Africans had gone to the same school. All this is due to the shallowness of our “education,” a non- commitment to the study of knowledge for the benefits of the people, rather than a study on how we can make money the fastest way without putting out much effort. In the early days when Africans came to the United States for studies, there used to be quite a few of them enrolled in engineering and science-related studies. Now, that is passé. Now, go to any university; Africans are enrolled in business