With all that is happening in the world you would think people would have something more important to talk about

iWon News: "TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese necktie makers are hot under the collar over a 'Cool Biz' campaign to get men to dress down to save energy.

They have asked the government to stop giving their wares a bad image just as shoppers are thinking of what to buy dad for Father's Day on June 19.

Male government workers and politicians who stoically cling to their dark suits and ties as summer temperatures climb are being encouraged to leave off their jackets and ties between June 1 and Sept. 30 so air conditioner thermostats can be set higher, helping to save energy and fight global warming."