Pacific Arms race is real.

Wow. South Korea appears to be extra serious in relation to sea power. I suppose it comes from having NKorea, China etc right on your doorstep!

H/T  http://alert5.com/

http://www.defensenews.com/article/20131026/DEFREG03/310260005/S-Korea-Envisions-Light-Aircraft-Carrier

Horrie the War Dog

http://www.abc.net.au/local/photos/2013/10/28/3878550.htm

Horrie was found in the Western Desert by Australian troops during WW2, and kept as a mascot. He is attributed as saving many lives as he could hear the Stukas coming up to two minutes before the diggers could.
Listen to the audio. Go the Terrier!