An army officer told the Sun newspaper of his miracle escape when a rocket-propelled grenade bounced off him. “Lt David Robertson was struck in the chest by the missile, fired by a Taliban terrorist in Afghanistan. Incredibly it ricocheted off his body armour and exploded against his Warrior armoured vehicle – and David escaped with just minor arm wounds. The 30-year-old from 4th Battalion, The Royal Regiment of Scotland (The Highlanders), said: “I saw it coming at me head-on. I was knocked... Read Full Story

Muslim scientists and scholars have called for the world to replace Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) with Mecca time. The call was issued at a conference held in the Gulf state of Qatar under the title: Mecca, the Centre of the Earth, Theory and Practice. One Muslim geologist said that the English had imposed Greenwich Mean Time on the rest of the world by force when Britain was a big colonial power. Obviously the British Empire has imposed things on the world; good and bad. But what ruling power... Read Full Story

Prince William is to fight in the war against South American drug barons in the Caribbean. Not because they are his personal enemies but because the future heir to the throne must be seen playing his part in the armed forces. If that’s the case why not send William to Iraq or Afghanistan? Of course that would be too dangerous. In the Middle East William would be an easier target for al-Qaeda. But ‘the Caribbean on a Royal Navy warship is an ideal tour as it has operational potential and it... Read Full Story

A British couple allegedly got so drunk they passed out while in charge of their children on holiday in Portugal. The kids were briefly taken into care and their parents are expected to appear before a judge. This doesn’t necessarily mean they will face charges. But the rest of us might. Back in the UK lately there have been calls to abolish discounted drinks, happy hour and two for the price of one bar deals. That’s not the way to do it. First of all, you need to treble the prices on all... Read Full Story

  He’s got a bloated face, puffed belly and a beard. It could be a fat Jesus. But it’s not. It’s a recent photograph of pop legend Robbie Williams. Robby like some of us has piled on the pounds lately. And he’s decided to keep a low profile. “You won’t be seeing a lot of me for a while. The more I’m away from public life, the more I like it,” he said. Robbie now spends his time investigating Aliens and UFO’s. He’s convinced that they exist. But those aliens are as elusive as Robbie himself... Read Full Story

      "We need everyone's cooperation in not repeat-buying, to cut out nonessential trips, and to use public transport." Why? Because Grangemouth oil refinery workers are going on strike for 48 hours. Already the panic is setting in. Some service stations have increased their prices of petrol by 6.6p and diesel by 11p. Earlier in the week garage attendants had to start rationing when their customers attempted to buy extra fuel. Are there any reasonable grounds for this hysterical behaviour... Read Full Story

According to a report in the Daily Telegraph newspaper prisoners (in the UK) receive a wage for being in jail, they receive a bed, a TV in all cells, Sky television in most areas for recreational use, free telephones, breakfast in bed on many occasions and cash bonuses for good behaviour. It’s also reported that drugs are cheaper to get inside than out on the streets. You can see why the prisons in England and Wales have hit a record high population. With these luxurious conditions available... Read Full Story

Have you ever done stupid things? Well you’re not alone. Bank manger Dan Hill felt a right plank when he quit his £80,000 a year job to become a carpenter. His friends advised him not to give up his executive career. But Dan would have none of it. He resigned from his high-flying job and pursued his dream. He became a joiner. He endeavoured to have a quieter life in the country-side making furniture. But within weeks he discovered that he was allergic to wood. Doctors diagnosed a rare allergy... Read Full Story

"Some people counted me out and said to drop out, but the American people don't quit and they deserve a president who doesn't quit either," said Hillary Clinton to her cheering and chanting supporters in Philadelphia. It was an unlikely win against her political opponent Barack Obama. He had out spent her in advertising by more than 2-1. But Hillary didn’t stop campaigning and as a result she came through a winner. You might not agree with Hillary’s politics but you can admire her tenacity... Read Full Story

"Some people counted me out and said to drop out, but the American people don't quit and they deserve a president who doesn't quit either," said Hillary Clinton to her cheering and chanting supporters in Philadelphia. It was an unlikely win against her political opponent Barack Obama. He had out spent her in advertising by more than 2-1. But Hillary didn’t stop campaigning and as a result she came through a winner. You might not agree with Hillary’s politics but you can admire her tenacity... Read Full Story