Slumdog Millionaire Child Stars Centre of Controversy
Posted on February 26, 2009 by admin in General
From the moment the two 8 year old child stars, Azharuddin Ismail and Rubina Ali, stepped into the limelight of the film set, of the multi Oscar Award winning film, Slumdog Millionare, they were doomed to becoming the center of controversy. First there came the complaints from their families, that the children did not receive [...]
Legless British Ace Pilot
Posted on February 26, 2009 by admin in Society
Heroism comes in all shapes and sizes and for many the word has been overdone. However, there are some people who, for whatever reason, are an inspiration to others. People who just never give up, no matter what the odds are. People who are the eternal optimist. Twenty one year old Douglas Bader’s legs were [...]
Urban Legend
Posted on February 25, 2009 by admin in Humour
Be warned as you read this urban legend, it may or may not be true. Either way it is not only good for a laugh, there is a moral to the story. As Newton’s third law of motion formally states, For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. A guy decided to work [...]
Wedding Marathon
Posted on February 25, 2009 by admin in Society, Women
Most married people make it to maybe one or two marriages, unless you are Henry the Eighth, or Elizabeth Taylor. Then the “I do’s” can clock up to eight or nine. Yet even Henry and Elizabeth pale into insignificance in the light of a 68 year old Indiana woman who has walked the aisle 23 [...]
Save The Dinosaurs Or Educate The Next Generation?
Posted on February 22, 2009 by admin in General
In a modern world where information is king, there are still small remote pockets of people who rely only on tradition and custom, each with their own unique language and ancient way of life. These groups are quickly becoming eroded, as was revealed in Unesco’s recently released comprehensive database of endangered tongues. Education is not [...]
England Virgin Rules Kissing Forbiden
Posted on February 22, 2009 by admin in General
More and more our lives are being regimented by rules and regulations. Are the days of individual choice a thing of the past? Are we losing the sight of democracy and the value of personal choice? Many people have grumbled at the ‘No Smoking’ campaign that has seen not only whole cities placed under the [...]
Valentines Day Has Its Dim Dark Secrets
Posted on February 16, 2009 by admin in General
The lovers’ celebration on February 14th, known as Valentine’s Day is second only to Christmas, in card sending. Approximately one billion valentine cards are sent each year, worldwide. Men, on average, spend more than twice as much as women do on Saint Valentine’s Day. Dining out, cards, chocolates, jewelry and flowers are the main thrust [...]
The Human Face Of The Australian Bush Fire Tragedy
Posted on February 16, 2009 by admin in General
The wild Australian bush fires burned indiscriminately. Blasting one house away, while leaving two houses either side untouched. A mail box with letters still poked in it still standing, while the house was burned to the ground. News headlines are only that, though they may shock and horrify the nations of the world. However, it [...]
Australian Arsonist In Protective Custody
Posted on February 16, 2009 by admin in General
Intentionally starting a wildfire near the town of Churchill, Victoria, that killed at least 21 people and left a whole town homeless, is asking to be lynched, as emotions run high. Police have placed the suspected 39 year old arsonist, Brendan Sokaluk, in maximum security, for his own safety. Several looters have also been arrested. [...]
IT’s Official – You Can Survive When Disaster Strikes
Posted on February 15, 2009 by admin in General
Disasters strike in the most unexpected moment. They often arrive without warning and leave the victims devastated and their lives in tatters. There is no recourse, or second choice, just total devastation. Whether it is divorce, death, fires, illness, or acts of terrorism, the pain that is caused has a common factor. It hurts! So [...]
