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3000 Iranian Women: Training As Ninja Warriors

Iranian women training in ninjutsu to protect country

Iranian women training in ninjutsu to protect country

Dressed in all back, female “ninja” fighters aged between 5 to 56 are just a small number of 3,000 women in Iran who are being trained up to be used as lethal warriors at a school in Tehran.

Murdoch going to Sun offices to over Sunday edition

Sunday Sun: Quiet Launch For New Newspaper

It has been said that the Sunday edition of the Sun will not be modelled on the News of the World and that its journalists will maintain a value of decency. The News of the World was brought down last year by the phone hacking scandal.

Sumatran tiger in trouble as habitat is destroyed

London Zoo: Fundraisers Walk Over Hot Coals

Dozens of fundraisers put their personal fears to one side as they walked over hot coals in a bid to raise money for Sumatran tigers at London Zoo. The fans of the wild cats gathered at the park on 24th February, to do their part in raising the money that is needed for a conservation enclosure for the wild animals.

The moment a man pushes a women onto the tracks

Crazed Commuter: Women Pushed On Tracks

CCTV footage has been re-released by the British Transport Police, in which a women is seen being shoved onto live train tracks at Leicester Square Underground Station. The attack took place five months ago on Friday September 16th 2011, on the Northern line platform.

Homer Simpson enjoying his favourite beverage

Duff Beer: Coming To The UK

The animated American sitcom ‘The Simpsons’ has been around for nearly two decades, and during that time has gained a huge following. The show set in the fictional town of Springfield, parodies American culture, society and television.

Former South African president suffering from stomach complaint

Nelson Mandela: Hospitalised But Not In Danger

According to a Government statement, the former South African President Nelson Mandela has been taken into hospital with a stomach problem. However, the current President of the rainbow nation has reassured his countrymen and women, that the iconic man who is an inspiration for many people all over the world is not in any danger.

Sacha Baron Cohen as Admiral General Shabazz Aladeen

Admiral General Aladeen: Dictator Banned From Oscars

Sacha Baron Cohen is a man known for creating wild characters, ones that push people to the extreme. The mockumentary star has upset the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, with his plan to attend the Oscars over the weekend as his character Admiral General Aladeen.

Tom Daley LMFAO Spoof

Tom Daley: In LMFAO Tribute

Whilst the UK is still in the midst of winter, Tom Daley is currently in sunny Australia with the rest of his GB team of divers. Showing that the stress of preparing for the Olympics is not getting him down, the sports star has taken time off from his hectic schedule to have some fun and release a tongue-in-cheek music video.

Pound for pound best ready to defend his crown

Pacquiao Vs. Bradley: Distractions Could Lead To A Loss

Manny ‘Pacman’ Pacquiao (54-3-2) and Timothy ‘Desert Storm’ Bradley (28-0) have begun their press tour in preparation for their welterweight showdown this summer. The much anticipated fight between Pacquiao and Mayweather seems unlikely anytime soon, as the American is set to fight middleweight champion Miguel Cotto in May.

snow

Sweden: Man Stuck In Car For Two Months

Swedish authorities have said that a 44 year old man has survived in his car for two months after it was buried by snow.

Gay Marriage

Equality: David Cameron Faces Gay Marriage Backlash

A coalition of bishops, Tory MPs and lawyers attacked Prime Minister David Cameron yesterday for his support over plans to allow gay couples to marry.

Haye and Chisora face-off at press conference

Boxing: Chisora And Haye Brawl At Press Conference

Vitali Klitschko defended his WBC heavyweight belt against Dereck Chisora on Saturday, but while the fight was a typical Kiltschko showing the press conference afterwards saw much more action. Klitschko defeated the Londoner on points, in a fight that saw the Ukranian having to work extremely hard to win.

Police

Lincolnshire: Pair Found Dead In Pond

A 71 year old grandmother and her six year old grandson have been found dead in a pond in Lincolnshire, according to police.

Huhne

Politics: Huhne Appears In Court

Former energy secretary Chris Huhne and his ex-wife appeared together in a court dock Thursday accused of perverting the course of justice over allegations that they lied to avoid Mr Huhne getting penalty points on his license for speeding.

Strongest man in the world

Strongman: 26 Tonne Truck Pull

Another Polish strength athlete has become the strongest man in the world, after competing in a competition giving the winner a top prize of $6,000.

water tornado

Water Tornado: Freak Of Nature Seen In New Zealand

New Zealand has some of the most beautiful wildlife and natural areas in the world, and recently a water tornado was captured on camera in Auckland, New Zealand. The natural event was recorded on a home video from the suburb of Devonport.

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