Friday, September 12, 2014

Hindus celebrate their god of war by piercing their cheeks with spears.

At first glance it could be any festival with its thumping drumbeats, masses of people and bright colours. But this is Thaipusam, a festival where people puncture their bodies with hooks.
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12 September 2014

Strange Japanese festival lets you sample your coffin and funeral.

Shukatsu festa is a popular yearly event in Japan, attracting some 5000 visitors and 50 different funeral companies.
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12 September 2014

Israel accused of committing war crimes in Human Rights Watch report.

Human Rights Watch has said it reached the conclusion after investigating three attacks on or near United Nations-run schools housing displaced Palestinians.
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12 September 2014

Thursday, September 11, 2014

The 'magic pill' to prevent obesity, diabetes and lower your risk of cancer?

Just WALK for 30 minutes each day, expert reveals
Dr James Brown from Aston University revealed moderate exercise each day is the equivalent to a wonder drug to combat obesity, diabetes, some cancers, depression and anxiety.
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11 September 2014

The best sex position for men suffering back pain, revealed by experts.

Canadian scientists said contrary to popular belief 'spooning' is not always the best position for those who suffer back ache to have sex with their partners.
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11 September 2014

Boris: Diesel cars are health hazard - scrap them and pay owners £2k.

The London Mayor wants the Government to launch a national scrappage scheme because millions were unfairly ‘seduced’ into buying diesel, after being told it was greener.
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11 September 2014

Fun and Games.

Camilla cracks up at funny Wills as animated Royals enjoy front row jokes at opening ceremony of Invictus Games
Prince William and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, share a joke during the opening ceremony of the Invictus Games at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in east London.
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11 September 2014