This week's topic is: Nagoya
Vocabulary:
central nervous system (n.): the part that connects/controls everything (lit.:) the brain and spinal cord
A in favour of B: deny/skip/avoid/stop A and choose B instead
comprehensive (adj.): detailed, including all aspects of
designate (v.): give someone or something a specific role or title
expansive (adj.): covering a large area; of a large scope
regalia (n.): items symbolizing the status and power of a king/queen/emperor/empress
hard-pressed to [do sth]: successfully doing it would be difficult
waystation (n.): a place where travellers along a long route can rest