When we were watching the Burton game Mrs CC was asking why more players didn't have a long throw. I had no answer since I am not sure whether it is down to strength or technique. When done well it is as effective as a good free kick.
One aspect of the nuclear discussion is that they have always been seen as strategic weapons. However recently the Russians have developed low yield tactical nukes with low levels of fallout. These could be used to take out a US carrier group or in disputed area such as Georgia where their use...