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Well its almost time. What a few years it has been for South Africa in preparation for the cup. Billions and billions has been spent on infrastructure and preparations. New stadiums have been built A new airport has been built Extensive renovations to existing airports have been completed A new high speed train line has been built Most roads have had extensive work done and are fantastic Hotels and guesthouses (who are on average excellent already) have gone the extra mile to ensure extremely high standards are maintained. Thousands of security personnel have been trained The list is endless - for a developing country,…
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http://news.bbc.co.uk/local/manchester/hi/people_and_places/newsid_8105000/8105317.stm The ‘Amazing Shrinking’ cyclist Gary has cycled over 2,000 miles and lost 17 stone <P class=first>A man who believes cycling saved his life is urging others to saddle up for this year's Bike Week (13 - 21 June). Gary Brennan, 28, from Hyde is living proof of the health benefits of cycling. In 2008, he weighed a massive 39 stone, and suffered diabetes and high blood pressure when doctors told him he needed a gastric bypass operation. But after just six months, he'd lost so much weight by cycling to work, the operation was cancelled. …
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read the story here: http://www.peoplepets.com/news/dogs/dog-swallows-shish-kebab-skewers-his-tummy/1
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would just like to share my utter hatred for the arrogant ar*ehole that is roger fedderer................ come on ANYONE who can beat him!!! i don't care who you are or where you're from..........and if you could break his legs in the process....so much the better!!!
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<P class=first>Fabio Capello is to continue as England manager despite England's unsuccessful World Cup campaign, the Football Association has confirmed. The Italian, 64, found himself under pressure after England's tournament ended with a 4-1 defeat by Germany. On Monday Capello was told he would learn his fate in two weeks, only to be given full FA backing four days later. "We remain convinced that Fabio is the best man for the job," said Club England chairman Sir Dave Richards. Capello, whose contract runs until Euro 2012 and is worth a reported £6m a year, has hinted that some of the players who underperformed in South Afri…
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Roy Hodgson they think is the man for the job- signed a 3yr contract with them what are your thoughts on this???? i honestly am sat here right now wondering what the hell is goin on over there....i mean seriously Roy Hodgson is gunna lead us to the title is he??? erm no i dont fink he will.............ive nothing against the bloke but surely there are better managers out there?????.......id never even heard of him til he took over Fulham lol this is jst my opinion...hope i havent offended anyone? xxxxxx
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I think the Soccer City stadium in Johannesburg is really ugly - but this photo of it is lovely ..
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what do you guys think???? Budget key points: At-a-glance Page last updated at 16:22 GMT, Tuesday, 22 June 2010 17:22 UK E-mail this to a friend Printable version Here are the key points of Chancellor George Osborne's first Budget, delivered on 22 June, 2010: TAX VAT: Rate will rise from 17.5% to 20% from January 4, 2011. Personal income tax allowance: To be increased by £1,000 in April to £7,475 - worth £170 a year to basic rate taxpayers. It is expected that 880,000 of the lowest-paid will be taken out of income tax altogether. FULL…
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Woman let dog roam busy road Published Friday 18th June 10 A woman who allowed her dog to roam on a busy north Manchester road has been ordered to pay more than £500. Laura Heslop, aged 26, now of Canute Road in Stretford, was found guilty in her absence when she failed to turn up to a Manchester Magistrates' Court hearing on Wednesday June 16. She was fined £200 with £311 costs and £15 victims of crime surcharge. Manchester City Council officers spotted Heslop's fox-terrier type dog roaming along Lathbury Road in Harpurhey last December. They were concerned about the dog's safety, as cars were having to slow do…
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Led by an Orange double-decker the Dutch Supporters on route from their camp site in Pretoria to their next game against Japan in Durban. Their convoy travelled the 636 km route comprising of 175 campers, trucks, busses and jeeps – their convoy was 6 kms long.
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OOOOH ER AND WE THOUGHT ENGLAND HAD PROBLEMS!!!!! http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/world_cup_2010/8750302.stm France's players refused to train on Sunday following Nicolas Anelka's expulsion from the squad for verbally abusing coach Raymond Domenech. Domenech read out a statement from his squad which said: "The French Football Federation did not at any time try to protect the group. "To show our opposition to the decision taken [on Anelka], all the players decided not to take part in training." The French Football Federation's managing director subsequently quit. Moments before a pu…
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I've put this in here as the video section is for sibes & this is sport related, it happens very quickly but watch this for a dive - Italian player Daniele De Rossi looks like he got shot by a sniper rifle after falling down during a recent FIFA World Cup game against Paraguay. Just watch his reaction!! http://video.uk.msn.com/watch/video/hilarious-world-cup-dive/1j4g5g7ol?from=homepage_slides
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video news. basicalyl says that in a few years time the sun will be at a peak of activity and the solar storms will shut down technology, this could last hours or months !!!!!! http://uk.news.yahoo.com/4/20100615/video/vwl-nasa-warns-of-effects-of-space-storm-15af341.html
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This is advice for all you women like myself who don't normally watch football. Instead of moaning I decided (if you can't beat them join them) to act like man during the world cup. I had a wager with my hubby as to who will win, you could bet money....... foot massage......make dinner...... the list is endless. Let's face it his team won't win every time. If you don't have a partner then wager a friend, winner pays for lunch etc. While watching the game I said to Hubby "bring us another beer dear, just when you're on your feet. This football is great fun........beer.........wine.........pringles!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Whoop!! Made the front page of the Rochdale Express - it's a free paper that's delivered to EVERY house in Rochdale and the local area!!!! Poor marc won't be able to walk through the door soon his head will be too big to get in the house
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Wow http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/scotland/north_east_orkney_and_shetland/10286718.stm
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All I can say is. . .why http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1284646/Meet-Tiger-Dog-Chinese-owners-dye-pets-look-like-wild-animals.html
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ere you go peeps: Anyone wants an actual hard copy please pm me x
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Saw this dog on Animal Planet several times the last few years. It was ugly, but cute as well. Maybe now, on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge, the ugly is gone and beautiful is on. RIP http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/37488098/ns/today-today_pets_and_animals/?GT1=43001
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i don't belieeeeve it http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/8339647.stm
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Hi all, im not sure how many of you on here are motor sport fans, but on the week-end of 18 - 19 September 2010 there will be the renault world series at Silverstone. Well the good thing is that the tickets are free, and you are able to get 4 tickets per household. they have a camp site close to the track, but you have to book early because this fills up fast. i cant remember how much the camp site is, but it not to much here is the website to book your tickets - Renault World Series 2010 if some of you could make, it we could meet up over the weekend.............
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Hiya jst to let every1 know that an article from Mondays Bank Holiday meet is the the Preswich Advertiser. I jst got it 2nite i got a shock when Mark and Kimbas faces staring bk at me lol Ive took some pics of the artcle the write up is the same as the Manchester Evening News article but pic different Its gr8 publicity for the site xXx
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http://www.komonews.com/news/offbeat/95230874.html It's probably because there was a dog involved, animal lover I am, but I think that they could've been a little less aggressive about his punishment given the fact he was trying to do a good deed. Though on the other side of that I've never had someone close to me involved in an accident of that kind either so I can't help but feel a little biased I guess. Curious to see what you all think ^_^
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We lost the Rugby Super 14. Two South African teams made it to the final , the Blue Bulls and The Stormers (our provincial team), and we lost :cry_smile: 25 - 17. Can't believe it, we always play well, until the final. Oh well, better luck next year.
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