Princess Anne Suggests Eating Horsemeat

It looks like Princess Anne has given a brand new meaning to the expression "My kingdom for a horse"... 

I'm not too surprised by the reaction of her compatriots though. Horses and rabbits are a no-no when it comes to food in the UK. I remember the first times I carelessly mentioned that I used to eat rabbits in France... I definitely horrified many people by doing so. They kind of looked at me like if I was Hannibal Lecter in person after that. I've learned my lesson since then and now tend to keep very quiet about my former eating habits. Better safe than sorry and all that...

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Outrage In France Over New Racist Slur On Black Minister

"...Minute was also the first news outlet to report that former president Francois Mitterrand had a secret daughter -- although such was its reputation for unreliability that no other media followed up its scoop at the time." Yeah... I was actually very surprised to see Minute called a newspaper in this AFP's syndicated article. As far as I remember from when I was still living in France, there was not really any proper news as such in that Far Right rag, just sheer propaganda.

Anyway, read the article and let us know what you think of that so called "newspaper", okay?

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Outrage in France over new slur on black minister (via AFP)

A weekly newspaper with a front page comparing a black government minister to a monkey hit newsstands in France on Wednesday, despite legal objections and a nationwide outcry over the racist slur. Amid mounting concern over similar recent incidents,…

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'4 On Your Side' Investigates Dangers At Pumpkin Fields [Video Included]

It looks like some of those pumpkins we carve for Halloween could have a rather sinister history after all... 

4 On Your Side investigates dangers at pumpkin fields (via Repost Video News)

it's innocent fun .... who doesn't like carving pumpkins in october? or making warm pumpkin pie in november? "but have you ever wondered how these pumpkins got here? Who picked it off the vine and made sure it was here for you to enjoy? We did. And…

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What China Is Really Trying To Hide [Petition]

Tibetans who refuse to fly the Chinese flag above their homes risk being beaten or shot in the latest attempt to break their spirits. But now is the best moment in ages to bring hope to Tibet's proud, but desperate people.

China’s leaders are mounting an intense campaign to draw a veil over their rights abuses and persuade governments to vote them onto the UN Human Rights Council. So if enough of us shine a light on what’s going on in Tibet -- squashing an ancient religion, banning journalists, dawn arrests -- we can get China to back away from its hard-line policy to be sure of getting the 97 votes it needs.

Let’s show the Tibetan people that the world hasn’t forgotten them. China is feeling the heat as 13 governments just called them out on human rights in Tibet. Sign to stand with Tibet, then share this with everyone. When one million have signed we’ll deliver it to crucial UN delegations, and make it massive in the media.

>> Click here to sign the petition

Learning About Christianity [Infographic]

As Christianity has become more commercialized in society, it can be refreshing to consider some of the history behind this religion. Learning about Christianity for one's own sake and on one's own can provide an individual with a greater appreciation for how this religion has developed over the years. It can also help an individual question the religion and consider the reasons why people may feel the need to develop new denominations within this religion.

All of the basic tenets of Christianity were first recorded by the great theologian St. Augustine of Hippo. This theologian lived from 354 A.D. to 430 A.D. In early Christianity, gnosticism was also rejected. The Gnostics and Early Church Fathers engaged in debate over the meaning of Christianity. Later in 380, Christianity was made the official religion of the Roman Empire.

In the early modern era of Christianity, the religion underwent dramatic changes. Luther posted his 95 theses in 1517, and the Baptist Church was later founded in 1609. New denominations in Christianity continued to form after the Protestant Reformation.

During the modern era of Christianity, women began to have a greater involvement in religious affairs in the Christian religion. Mother Theresa founded the Missionaries of Charity in the Catholic Church. The nun went on to achieve great prominence for her charitable work and the kindness that she showed to suffering humans throughout the world. She became known for her ability to spread kindness and peace within various countries in the world.

Today, Christianity has exploded into a different brand. There are over 1,600 megachurches throughout the world. A megachurch is characterized as a Christian congregation in which over 2,000 members meet on a weekly basis. Over 71 percent of megachurches consider themselves to be evangelical. Major Christian leaders on television are often depicted as leaders of megachurches, and these individuals include names like Joel Osteen, Billy Graham, Jerry Falwell and Pat Robertson.

The most recent development in Christianity has been that Pope Francis has been named as the First Pope from the Americas. This new pope is said to show compassion toward issues like poverty, and the Huffington Post reports that the motto of his archdiocese is even "Lowly but Chosen."

December 2015 Release For New 'Star Wars' Movie

December 2015 release for new 'Star Wars' film (via AFP)

The first of a hotly-anticipated new series of "Star Wars" movies will be released on December 18, 2015, the makers of the legendary sci-fi franchise said Thursday. The announcement lays to rest reports suggesting that the film, announced last year…

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Book Tour: 'Adorned' by Georgeann Swiger [Book Trailer And Giveway Included]

Today's Book Tour for 'Adorned', a paranormal romance novel, is mega-filled with stuff, including book excerpts, a book trailer as well as a giveaway... It's also a "hot from the press" kind of book as it's been released today. (Yes, I know, this post is practically a scoop and all...)

Enjoy!

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Christianity, Voodoo Mix On Haiti's Day Of Dead

Christianity, voodoo mix on Haiti's Day of Dead (via AFP)

In a Port-au-Prince cemetery, Haitians gathered Saturday to ask "the spirit of death" for any number of desires, ranging from housing to visas, during Haiti's Day of the Dead. "It's a tradition: on the Day of the Dead, after church, I come to greet…

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Anatomy Of A Scary Movie [Infographic]

Fans of horror movies are going to love today's infographic... not only it contains loads of information about scary movies, but it also tell us how to make horror films on a budget. (Now, that has to be the mother of all infographics!)

Many thanks to fellow Twitter user Ralf for pointing out this timely little gem to us.

Enjoy!

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Banksy's Nazi-Themed Picture Auctioned Off For New York Charity

Banksy Nazi picture auctioned off for New York charity (via AFP)

British artist Banksy has donated a "vandalized" oil painting to a New York thrift shop to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for HIV patients and the homeless. It is the latest stunt in the graffiti superstar's month-long pop up exhibition on the…

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Cover Reveal: 'The Kingdom' By Emily Walker

Today, we've got a rather timely book related post as this Cover Reveal is for 'The Kingdom', a horror novel written by Emily Walker...

But, it's also a horror novel with a an environmental twist as it looks like Mother Nature is fighting back in this story. Wow!

Enjoy!

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5 Halloween Lighting Ideas

Lighting is a great way of creating ambiance to your party and it is really important part of a successful décor. Creating the right ambiance is especially important when it comes to Halloween parties and here are five ideas that you can use at your party this autumn.