Web 'terrorists' killed Emo boy, says vicar

"A vicar launched a scathing attack today on "terrorist" cyberbullies who drove a 13-year-old boy to hang himself because of his alternative music and fashion tastes. Canon John Evans, conducting the funeral of Sam Leeson, 13, said online tormentors who attacked his dark...

Death of the garden gnome

The days of little fat men in funny hats decorating our lawns seem to be numbered. Sales of outdoor ornaments are down by 36 per cent in a year.I have to admit, some gnomes are creepy, while others are just...

Male musical tastes more 'intellectual': BBC music guru

What a silly generalization to make, no?  I know lots of guys who listen to the Cure."The great gender debate has once more been dragged out to play today, the topic this time how far a person's sex...

Welcome to Wadebridge, Rock, Polzeath and Port Isaac, Cornwall

Welcome to the bustling market town of Wadebridge —the perfect holiday base from which to discover the natural beauty of North Cornwall and gateway to the Camel Trail - Cornwall's largest free visitor...

Elton, Duran Duran, Bryan to be in Diana's concert

"BEIJING, Dec. 13 (Xinhuanet) -- British Princes William and Harry announced a pop concert marking the 10th anniversary of the death of their mother, Princess Diana, will feature a slew of the the late princess' favorite acts, including Elton John, Duran Duran and Bryan...

137-year-old brew tastes “absolutely amazing”

"London, Dec 11: A recently discovered cache of 1869 ale should have been undrinkable, but liquor and beer connoisseurs are claiming that the brew tastes “absolutely amazing”.The Victorian beer was part...

Pumpkin Pie: It Rocks

Every year around this time I get super excited about pumpkin pie, I love pumpkin pie, but then I eat too much pumpkin pie which results in my love dying a little.  Like a one night stand gone terribly wrong...

When it comes to the time it takes to cook a juicy turkey -- less is more

"Few may say it. But since the meat on their plates is often dry and flavorless, some may wonder why such a big deal is made over eating turkey for Thanksgiving.  The meat often tastes that way because people overcook it, area restaurant cooks say. Overcooking turkey is...

Holiday Meal Makeovers

"We simply can't get away from the smells, tastes and, yes, cravings of the holidays. The scent of pine trees reminds me of steamy hot chocolate enjoyed after a hike through the woods with my family in search of the perfect Christmas tree. And who can truly enjoy hot...

Marketing to Millions: China's Changing Tastes

"In the 1840s, an English author famously wrote that if every person in China lengthened his shirttail by a foot, British cotton mills would work around the clock. The lure of China's massive untapped market has only increased over time. So how are today's multinationals...

Researchers link music tastes to HIV risks

" US boys hooked on gospel, techno and pop are more at risk of HIV infection than devotees of other musical styles, including "bling, bling" hip hop, according to a new study. Musical tastes may offer clues to rates of HIV infection, said researchers who tried to decipher...

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