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  • Can you spot Good King Wenceslas?

    Can you spot Good King Wenceslas?

    Good King Wenceslas has become Good King Wences-LOST in the latest mind-bending puzzle to baffle the internet.


    In the popular carol, the kind-hearted ruler and his page head out into the snow to deliver winter fuel to a poor villager.

    But in this brain-teaser by OpticalExpress.co.uk he has lost his way amid a forest of pine trees.

    His loyal page – at the bottom of the picture, by the village – is about to set out on his quest to find his master. Can you help him?

    The national eye care provider created the challenge to mark its latest laser eye surgery offer – a full refund if patients do not achieve 20/20 vision or better.

    CAN’T FIND HIM CLICK HERE TO REVEAL HIS LOCATION

    A spokesman for OpticalExpress.co.uk, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary, said,

    “Having good vision won’t necessarily help you solve our mind-melting puzzle, but it will give you a head start.”

     

  • Lord Sugar shuts down Dillon St. Paul after he admits tough journey to get to the board room

    Lord Sugar shuts down Dillon St. Paul after he admits tough journey to get to the board room

    Lord Sugar shuts down Apprentice hopeful Dillon St. Paul, after he tried to explain the difficulties of being gay in business.

    (C) Boundless

    Lord Sugar seemed less than impressed by Dillon’s attempt to explain the realities that many gay men face in business, and the struggle that many face to get up the corporate chain, after pointing out that the two other candidates Dillon was sitting with, in the firing room, were also people who had overcome obstacles in business.

    As Dillon fought for his place in the BBC business reality show, he tried to explain that as a gay man he had dealt with struggles and adversity in business, however the 69-year-old business tycoon wasn’t having any of it when he immediately dismissed the conversation and pointed out that Dillon’s competition Sofian had arrived in the UK, with nothing but £180 in his pocket and that Grainne was a mother with a business.

    Dillion said,

    “I’ve spent my whole life trying to be a creative designer. I came from not much, I had to leave a small town, I had to go to the big city and make it on my own. People talk about women having equality in the workplace, but as a gay man, I’ve come across a lot of adversaries, I tried my best to make a career for myself, it didn’t come easy for me at all.”

    Lord Sugar replied,

    “That’s nice and commendable, I understand what you’re saying, but he (pointing to Sofian) also just came over here, with £180 in his pocket, 13 years ago, and taught himself how to speak English, and she’s (speaking about Grainne) a mother who has also got her own business…”

    (C) Boundless

    In 2015, leading LGBT rights charity, Stonewall, revealed that one in five gay employees experience verbal homophobic bullying from their co-workers and that one in eight would not feel comfortable in reporting homophobia to their bosses.

    Dillon was just one of the few openly gay candidates to ever to appear on the show. Lord Sugar fired Dillon and Sofia at the end of the episode.

     

  • 7 things you probably didn’t know about James Martin

    Ah, James Martin. He lightens our Saturday mornings with his kitchen antics, but what do you we know about the famous chef.

    Is James Martin gay?

    1) Is James Martin gay?

    It doesn’t look like James Martin is gay or bisexual and according to sources, he’s been dating a “secret live-in” girlfriend for five years.  In August 2016, the Sun revealed that the celebrity chef was dating PA Louise Davies and they live together. However, there are no plans for wedding bells just yet. They do have a dog together, though.

    It does seem he doesn’t mind a bit of a bromance though, after a “flirty” moment in 2007 with the openly gay Torchwood actor John Barrowman, several people took to a Mumsnet forum to find out whether he was gay or not.

     

    2) What is James Martin most famous for?

    James is most famous for his cooking with his first TV appearance taking place in 1996. His first show was called James Martin: Yorkshire’s Finest. Then he had stints on Ready Steady Cook and The Big Breakfast. He’s now a staple on the BBC with his show Saturday Kitchen Live.

    He also enjoyed more exposure during the third series of Strictly Come Dancing in 2005. He finished in fourth place after being eliminated on the 10th December. He’s also an author who’s had no less than 17 books published.

     

    3) How old is James Martin?

    Hailing from Malton, North Riding of Yorkshire, James was born in 1974 (30th June) which makes him 44 in 2016.

     

    4) Is James Martin married?

    Not yet. James Martin is not married, however, according to the Sun, James has been dating Louise Davies, a PA for 5 years. They live together and co-own a dog.

    5) What is James Martin’s net worth?

    According to various sources, James Martin’s net worth is valued at around $5m. He has amassed his fortune through the publishing of books and various TV appearances and owning various restaurants.

     

    6) What does James Martin do in his spare time?

    James is a petrol head. He loves performance cars and even has a private pilot license.

     

    7) What was James Martin first job?

    James has always worked with food. He studied catering at Scarborough Technical College and trained in France at the Hostellerie De Plaisance. He worked at the 3 Michelin star restaurant Maison Troisgros, Roanne, before winning a position at Anthony Worrall Thompson’s ‘One Ninety Queen’s Gate’ restaurant in Kensington, London. When he was 22 he set up the Hotel du Vin in Winchester as head chef.

     

  • 7 wonder foods for wonder sex

    If you’re looking to boost your  game in the bedroom you might want to take a look at the food you’re eating.  Some foods have amazing wellness properties for men that can really boost your drive.

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    Millions of men suffer from low libido and impotency in the UK, but there are natural ways you can aid your drive. Firstly you should always consult your doctor if you feel you have a serious underlying issue, but here’s some foods which are great to get you fired up.

    Our food editor, Jordan Lohan explains, “simple things like salsa, salad, smoothies and even chocolate truffles can be tailored using readily available ingredients to relieve various sexual concerns”. Check out his FEED YOUR PENIS recipes here.

    – Figs: These small fruits pack some big benefits. They are bursting with calcium, iron, potassium, and more of that stimulating zinc. They are also packed with fibre, which boosts heart health and satisfies hunger without adding to your waistline.

    – Strawberries: Don’t forget to bring this mouth-watering dessert on your next picnic. Strawberries are an excellent source of vitamin B, which has been linked to high sperm counts in men. Go one step further and coat them in chocolate, as it is full of libido-boosting methylxanthines! (Why do you think it’s such a popular Valentine’s Day gift?!)

    -Almonds: These healthy nuts are said to act as a sexual stimulant and a fertility aid, so if you’re trying for a baby, start snacking! They are rich in nutrients and in several minerals that are important for sexual health and reproduction, including zinc, selenium, and vitamin E. Zinc can also help enhance sexual desire – added bonus!

    -Avocados: The name for this South American fruit derives from the Aztec language Nahuatl, in which it meant ‘testicle’ – a name chosen for the fruit’s unusual shape. It may seem like a bit of a stretch to us, but avocadoes do have some sexy benefits! They are rich in unsaturated fats, making them very heart-healthy. And a healthy heart keeps the blood flowing to all the right places! Men with underlying heart disease are twice as likely to suffer from erectile dysfunction, so feel free to add some extra avocado slices to your salads.

    -Eggs: Poached, scrambled or fried, eggs are sure to rev you up after a long day at work. They are full of protein, which keeps you going without packing on the calories. They’re also an excellent source of amino acids, which combat certain types of heart ailments as well as erectile dysfunction. There’s a reason Dean Martin likes his eggs with a kiss in the morning…
    – Feta & Spinach: Feta and spinach both increase testosterone levels.

    – Chilli Capsaicin: This spicy chilli promotes circulation and endorphins for the feel good factor. It’s getting hot in here.

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  • Uber is rating you

    Yikes. Uber is rating you… and judging you.

    And guess what you could now be barred from using the Uber service if you break one of their community guidelines. The guidelines say US only at this point. So you could find your Uber account blocked if you break one of the rules.

    So you could find your Uber account blocked if you break one of the rules.

    So what are Uber’s rules?

    No fighting,

    No flirting

    No swearing

    No personal questions

    No sex – with a driver or another passenger,

    No discrimination

    No stalking

    No being sick

    No breaking the law

    No guns

     

    And while we agree with many of those – we’re wondering how Uber is going to deal with its own drivers when they break the law (using mobile phones whilst driving – don’t think we don’t see you!) or discriminating against someone because of their sexuality.

     

    https://twitter.com/wehatemarc/status/805301793571958784

     

    Just saying.

    In other news you know when you rate your Uber journey, you get rated back by your driver! You can actually find out what your Uber star rating is.

     

     

  • Saara Aalto already has a Christmas hit album and it’s AMAZING

    Saara Aalto already has a Christmas hit album and it’s AMAZING

    This year’s favourite to win X Factor Saara Aalto already has a Christmas hit – in the form of the classic Christmas album and it’s absolutely amazing.

    Saara Aalto
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    Saara Aalto is the best female vocalist the X Factor has had in a long time and it seems as though she’s already had a Christmas hit album called Angels which she released in 2011.

    The album features Christmas hits such as “Walking In The Air” and this amazing version of “O Holy Night”.

    The singer who had a rocky start in her time with the juggernaut show said that she feared an anti-gay backlash and felt forced to live a lie after getting engaged to her girlfriend in the summer. She revealed that she and her girlfriend, Meri were the first gay female couple to come out in Finland.

    Yesterday it was revealed an ambitious/rich punter has bet a whopping £30,500 that Saara Aalto will win this year’s X Factor competition. Should she actually pull it off the punter will be in for an amazing £62,650 windfall.

  • Which version of Band Aid’s Do They Know It’s Christmas is the best?

    Which version of Band Aid’s Do They Know It’s Christmas is the best?

    Did you know there’s four version of “Do They Know It’s Christmas” And they’ve all got to Number 1…

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    BAND AID

    But which is the best?

    The 1984, 1989, 2004 or 2014 version? Altogether there have been (around) 138 vocalists involved with the single, which has sold over 11.7 million copies world. It raised £8million blasting the original hopes of Bob Geldof to raise £70,000. So which is your favourite version?

     

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    1989

     

    2004

     

     

    2014

     

     

  • The Campest Christmas Songs

    The Campest Christmas Songs

    It’s that time of year…

    Time to get voting on your favourite campest Christmas classic

     

     

  • Naked man on top of bus stops traffic

    Naked man on top of bus stops traffic

    A naked man atop a metro bus in Hollywood has stopped traffic with his naked antics and the internet is loving it.

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    According to news sources on the ground, a naked man was strutting and posing on top of a bus in West Hollywood during Thursday afternoon on one of the world’s most famous road, Sunset Boulevard.

    Eye-witnesses saw him sunbathing, posing, strutting the length of the bus before cops were able to handcuff him and take him into custody.

    Officers were unable to make the man climb down a ladder so they buckled him to a stretcher to carry him off the bus.

     

    Naturally, the Internet had a field day and the naked man even became a “moment” on Twitter, with some even believing that the whole stunt was part of an advertising campaign for Amazon’s The man In The High Castle. Others feared for the man’s mental health.

     

    https://twitter.com/i/moments/806999566197276672

     

  • That cute Polish couple are at it again!

    Okay, we love Jakub and David

    Remember Jakub and David, oh yes you do.

    They were the cute gay Polish couple who recorded a video to Roxette’s “Some Other Summer” during the summer which went viral after the band tweeted their love for the video and video’s message of acceptance.

    Well, Jakub and David are back with a brand new video. Despite hideous homophobic threats, the two lovers have chosen a song native to their own country, made famous by a pop Diva, Beata Kozidrak, from Poland.

    The Polish superstar who is a gay icon in Poland loved video so much that shared it on her official site sending congratulations to them.

    The couple said, “We wanted to show that you can have a fun for a whole year”.

    Enjoy!

     

  • Beeb makes a statement with their gay kiss

    Beeb makes a statement with their gay kiss

    Bravo bravo BBC.

    Aunty has made a truly impactful statement after featuring a full on male on male kiss in their Christmas advert.

    A brief kiss on the lips by two guys is featured in the latest heart-warming Christmas advert by the BBC.

    Watch the entire ad here