nachikethas 1,154 Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 My latest travel blog. https://notesfromdreams.com/2018/09/25/orchha-khajuraho-travel-guide-2/ Vesper 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesper 30,219 Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 3 hours ago, nachikethas said: My latest travel blog. https://notesfromdreams.com/2018/09/25/orchha-khajuraho-travel-guide-2/ Great blog! nachikethas 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nachikethas 1,154 Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 Just now, Vesper said: Great blog! Thank you Vesper 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesper 30,219 Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 Her Name Is Kathryn The Woman Who Accuses Ronaldo of Rape An American woman claims Cristiano Ronaldo raped her in Las Vegas. Years ago, the soccer star paid her to remain silent. Now, the woman is going public for the first time and filing a complaint against Ronaldo. She possesses a document that could be extremely dangerous for him. By DER SPIEGEL Staff http://www.spiegel.de/international/cristiano-ronaldo-kathryn-mayorga-the-woman-who-accuses-ronaldo-of-rape-a-1230634.html She was supposed to be invisible, damned to silence. Forever. Nobody was to ever learn about that night in Las Vegas back in 2009, especially not her version of events. She even signed a settlement deal and received a payoff ensuring that she would never give voice to the accusations. She signed, she says, out of fear for herself and her family. And out of impotence, the inability to stand up to him. And out of the hope that she could finally put the incident behind her. But, says Kathryn Mayorga, she was never able to close that chapter. The American is a slender 34-year-old with long, dark hair and green eyes. Until recently, she worked at an elementary school. But she quit, she says, "because I need all my strength now." She needs the strength to stand up to the man who she accuses of having raped her nine years ago -- accusations that he denies. The man isn't just anybody. It is Cristiano Ronaldo, arguably the best soccer player in the world, with vast amounts of success, money and adoration from the fans. An anonymous woman versus Ronaldo -- the discrepancy could hardly be greater. They met on June 12, 2009 in a Las Vegas nightclub. Ronaldo was there on vacation with his brother-in-law and cousin. It was the summer when the star, then 24, would transfer from Manchester United to Real Madrid for a then-record sum of 94 million euros. Kathryn Mayorga, 25 at the time, was a budding model and one of her jobs was to hang out with other young, beautiful women in front of bars to lure in guests. On that Friday in June, the paths of the model and the multimillionaire crossed in the VIP section of Rain, a nightclub belonging to Palms Casino Resort. Paparazzi photos show Mayorga standing close to Ronaldo and talking. He is wearing a white shirt with a narrow black tie and she is in a light gray dress with gold jewelry. He plays it cool while she beams at him. Within hours, the gossip pages around the world would be busying themselves with trying to figure out who this "mysterious brunette" is at Ronaldo's side. The party continued in the early morning hours in Ronaldo's penthouse in the nearby Hotel Palms Place. And only two people know what happened in the bedroom there: Kathryn Mayorga and Cristiano Ronaldo. What is clear is that the soccer star paid Mayorga $375,000 a few months later as part of an out-of-court settlement. In exchange, Mayorga signed an agreement to never talk about her accusations that Cristiano Ronaldo had raped her. SNIP much more at the link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fulham Broadway 17,332 Posted October 2, 2018 Share Posted October 2, 2018 On 01/10/2018 at 5:08 PM, Vesper said: Her Name Is Kathryn The Woman Who Accuses Ronaldo of Rape An American woman claims Cristiano Ronaldo raped her in Las Vegas. Years ago, the soccer star paid her to remain silent. Now, the woman is going public for the first time and filing a complaint against Ronaldo. She possesses a document that could be extremely dangerous for him. By DER SPIEGEL Staff http://www.spiegel.de/international/cristiano-ronaldo-kathryn-mayorga-the-woman-who-accuses-ronaldo-of-rape-a-1230634.html She was supposed to be invisible, damned to silence. Forever. Nobody was to ever learn about that night in Las Vegas back in 2009, especially not her version of events. She even signed a settlement deal and received a payoff ensuring that she would never give voice to the accusations. She signed, she says, out of fear for herself and her family. And out of impotence, the inability to stand up to him. And out of the hope that she could finally put the incident behind her. But, says Kathryn Mayorga, she was never able to close that chapter. The American is a slender 34-year-old with long, dark hair and green eyes. Until recently, she worked at an elementary school. But she quit, she says, "because I need all my strength now." She needs the strength to stand up to the man who she accuses of having raped her nine years ago -- accusations that he denies. The man isn't just anybody. It is Cristiano Ronaldo, arguably the best soccer player in the world, with vast amounts of success, money and adoration from the fans. An anonymous woman versus Ronaldo -- the discrepancy could hardly be greater. They met on June 12, 2009 in a Las Vegas nightclub. Ronaldo was there on vacation with his brother-in-law and cousin. It was the summer when the star, then 24, would transfer from Manchester United to Real Madrid for a then-record sum of 94 million euros. Kathryn Mayorga, 25 at the time, was a budding model and one of her jobs was to hang out with other young, beautiful women in front of bars to lure in guests. On that Friday in June, the paths of the model and the multimillionaire crossed in the VIP section of Rain, a nightclub belonging to Palms Casino Resort. Paparazzi photos show Mayorga standing close to Ronaldo and talking. He is wearing a white shirt with a narrow black tie and she is in a light gray dress with gold jewelry. He plays it cool while she beams at him. Within hours, the gossip pages around the world would be busying themselves with trying to figure out who this "mysterious brunette" is at Ronaldo's side. The party continued in the early morning hours in Ronaldo's penthouse in the nearby Hotel Palms Place. And only two people know what happened in the bedroom there: Kathryn Mayorga and Cristiano Ronaldo. What is clear is that the soccer star paid Mayorga $375,000 a few months later as part of an out-of-court settlement. In exchange, Mayorga signed an agreement to never talk about her accusations that Cristiano Ronaldo had raped her. SNIP much more at the link Might run a bit this one -what happens in Vegas stays on Facebook etc As an aside, his make up artist was on t'radio. She said he has five cosmetics applied before each match, and six after the game. Narcisstastic ! Unionjack 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fulham Broadway 17,332 Posted October 2, 2018 Share Posted October 2, 2018 On 27/09/2018 at 4:28 PM, Vesper said: 1066 The REAL Battle of Stamford Bridge What was funny was the tourist fan who wanted to see the game and put 'Stamford Bridge' in her Satnav and ended up in Yorkshire. True story. Vesper and Unionjack 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unionjack 7,531 Posted October 2, 2018 Share Posted October 2, 2018 1 hour ago, Fulham Broadway said: What was funny was the tourist fan who wanted to see the game and put 'Stamford Bridge' in her Satnav and ended up in Yorkshire. True story. Amazing! On 10/1/2018 at 5:08 PM, Vesper said: What is clear is that the soccer star paid Mayorga $375,000 a few months later as part of an out-of-court settlement. In exchange, Mayorga signed an agreement to never talk about her accusations that Cristiano Ronaldo had raped her. These he said she said rape cases are so difficult either way. So many post coitus feelings arising. He must have had his choice ow women at the time. But maybe wanted the one who said no?? We will never know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
11Drogba 2,000 Posted October 2, 2018 Share Posted October 2, 2018 1 hour ago, Fulham Broadway said: As an aside, his make up artist was on t'radio. She said he has five cosmetics applied before each match, and six after the game. Narcisstastic ! I don't put any chemicals on my face. This should be enough. Fulham Broadway 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unionjack 7,531 Posted October 3, 2018 Share Posted October 3, 2018 3 hours ago, 11Drogba said: I don't put any chemicals on my face. This should be enough. Well it could have had more protein in it!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesper 30,219 Posted October 30, 2018 Share Posted October 30, 2018 Some great restos and pubs and bars (some haven't even opened yet but look the dogs bollocks) GRIDIRON BY COMO Opening 30th October http://www.gridironlondon.com/ Not your usual Mayfair eatery Don’t let the location fool you – this isn’t what you’d normally expect from Mayfair dining. Gridiron by COMO is helmed by some serious names: with Colin McSherry (The Clove Club) in the kitchen, Max and Noel Venning (Three Sheets) on cocktails, Lucy Ward (Noble Rot) on wine and Liam Davy (Bad Sports) leading service, it sounds like this is going to be a very cool spot. Forget stuffy, formal dining, here it’s laid back vibes and contemporary British dishes cooked on an open fire (we’re eyeing up smoked eel with braised highland beef and wood-roasted scallops with bone marrow XO). Details Address 19 Old Park Ln, Mayfair, W1K 1LB JIKONI Ravinder Bhogal's neighbourhood gem https://jikonilondon.com/ Jikoni’s contemporary Indian and Middle Eastern plates always have a London spin which UJ loves. With travel-writer-turned-chef Ravinder Bhogal at the helm, it’s no surprise that each dish brings together a range of culinary influences that just seem to work. That concept extends past dinner; brunch offers BLTs with apple kimchi, spicy fishcakes and pina colada pancakes, washed down with a tamarind Mary, and from February 2017 they’ll also be offering Sunday lunch. Details Opening hours Mon-Sat: 12-3pm, 5.30-11pm Sun: 10am-5pm Address 19-21 Blandford St, Marylebone W1U 3DH FARE Sager + Wilde’s Clerkenwell newbie https://www.farebarandcanteen.com/ Sager + Wilde are one of our favourite wine-stops, but the trip over to Paradise Row can sometimes feel like a schlep for any west Londoners. All that’s changing with welcome news that they’re headed further into town with Fare. Setting up shop on Old Street, the new bar and canteen will include coffee, counter dining and draft cocktails upstairs and a restaurant, wine room and bar downstairs. A similar approach, then, to their do-it-all spot in Hackney, but this time it’s an all day affair. We’re intrigued by a first glance at the menu: whole flame grilled mackerel with pomegranate chermoula and chicken and walnut pie to share sound like just what autumn ordered, and if that doesn’t swing you, poached liquorice fig with dark chocolate sorbet has to. Details Address 11 Old Street, EC1V 9HL COCTELERIA Breddos x horchata martinis x Soho http://breddostacos.com/ Soho drinking spots in need of a refresh? Breddos have it sorted. They’ve transformed their basement into a brand new taco and margarita bar, with frozen margaritas and a mezcalita menu to boot. Micheladas are the order of the day if you don’t fancy cocktails, or white espresso martinis (with horchata) if you do. Classic Breddos tacos are also available, served paper plate-style so the drinks can really do the talking here. Details Opening hours Wed-Sat: 5.30pm-12am Address 26 Kingly St, Soho, W1B 5QD More info Website | Instagram Opening November 2018 DIOGENES THE DOG Elephant & Castle’s neighbourhood wine bar https://www.diogenesthedog.co.uk/ Curiously named (and inspired) by the infamous Greek philosopher of cynicism, Diogenes arrives in Elephant & Castle from stellar hospitality stock and an inquisitive nature for new vintages. Sunny Hodge (Margot, Fordwich Arms) has turned a former pub into a new-wave wine bar and shop with wine’s counterculture at its forefront. Forty percent of Diogenes’ wine list is imported directly from vineyards, and you can expect regions you’ve (really) never heard from before for wine, including Poland and Texas. Presented in order of tone rather than region or price to throw off any lingering preconceptions of wine, glasses are priced between £5 and £14, so you’ll find something whatever budget you’re on. In the evenings, small boards of Italian cheeses and charcuterie from Cannon & Cannon meats are also available. We love that they’re also open from 8am, so any last minute weekend dashes to stock a wine rack ahead of a party are saved! Details Opening hours Mon-Sun: 8am-11pm Address 96 Rodney Road, SE17 1BG More info Website | Instagram Opened Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesper 30,219 Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 DELIGHT IN THE DARKNESS Absolutely superb London-brewed (Fullers! yay!) Imperial Stout (Limited Edition and Seasonal) Cannot recco this enough, it's pure jummmmmmmmmmi lunatic broth. We are drinking it now https://www.fullers.co.uk/beer/explore-our-beers/imperial-stout Brewed in the authentic style of the 18th century classic, Fuller’s limited edition Imperial Stout is a darkly delicious affair – with an infusion of rose buds giving rise to hints of Turkish delight. https://www.systembolaget.se/dryck/ol/fullers-1242001 Freshly sour, sweet, sweet taste with cloves, dark chocolate, coffee, roasted nuts, prunes, licorice and tobacco. Served at 12-14 ° C for chocolate desserts or as a drink. quickpassnmove 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fulham Broadway 17,332 Posted November 6, 2018 Share Posted November 6, 2018 It weren't us honest, we're the victims. Dignity and Respect. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-46110476 Vesper 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manpe 10,861 Posted December 10, 2018 Share Posted December 10, 2018 -delete- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DDA 9,941 Posted December 14, 2018 Share Posted December 14, 2018 Who hides in a bakery over Christmas?? MinceSpies!! Vesper 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesper 30,219 Posted December 16, 2018 Share Posted December 16, 2018 Sterling can learn a lesson here THIS is what happens when you get a black man pissed off Judgement Day spoiler alert.. I FUCKING LOVE TYSON!!!!!!! cray cray as fuck Sideshow Luiz 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unionjack 7,531 Posted December 16, 2018 Share Posted December 16, 2018 1 hour ago, Vesper said: Sterling can learn a lesson here THIS is what happens when you get a black man pissed off Judgement Day spoiler alert.. I FUCKING LOVE TYSON!!!!!!! cray cray as fuck Remember it well. Poor lad. Such a shame to have a fucked up head and surrounded by peeps who just wanted to use him. Quite understandable why he is how he is/ And what ever happened to boxing? There was a time i could name all the champs and under contenders in every weight class. Now I honestly dont know or even care. Since I started watching UFC I think Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unionjack 7,531 Posted December 20, 2018 Share Posted December 20, 2018 @Sideshow Luiz Quote Sometimes. Though not always. It's not always so simple. I'll give you an example from Canadian TV. There are countless channels that are pretty much useless. They have adverts, and I'm sure there are a couple of viewers, but not many. So, how are these channels in existence? Well, subscribers pay for them. A number of those channels are owned by Rogers Communication who are 1 of the 2 available TV providers here. You never get to just order whatever channels you want. So, if you want all of the sports channels, you're going to have to buy a package that contains all of this other dross. Subscriptions numbers go up which looks good on paper. In the UK, I'd say that only a handful of channels are subsidized by the government. They probably all start with the letters BBC. For some of that other crap, I'd guess that some of them are owned by Sky. As for the shows getting cancelled. It kind of goes both ways. Don't you wish that those shows were subsidized? If left to popular opinion and profit margins, it would all be reality TV. It's a shame that your favourite show isn't the Proms, because you'd be laughing. For the other stuff, it's straight up profits. The show is purchased from a writer for x number of episodes. If it doesn't make money off you go. One of my favourite shows "Firefly" went down like that. It's an example of something that's too good for the masses. I believe in democracy, but sometimes people are idiots. Anyway, I'm okay with the TV tax. I'm also okay with throwing away the bills. I think most people do that. Unless you have Sky in which case the gov't knows you have a TV and you're definitely going to get a bill. In England the only 2 channels that the TV licence funds - BBC1 & 2. No commercials. The other mainstream channels are CH 4 which is almost all commercially funded but publicly owned. CH 5 owned by Viacom which is general entertainment commercially funded.. and ITV - Independent TV. All areas have their own ITV but the main progs are all the same. Commercially funded, free to air. Competes with BBC1 for most watched channel. They must do meets to get their schedules so the dont clash. BBC & ITV bid for some shows. Christ I can remember when the TV shut down about 10:30 and just showed the test card. I remember coming home after a session and laying on the couch watching CH4. And after the last prog the announcer would always tell you what was on the next day and say goodnight etc There would then be some of that muzac they play in lifts or this high pitched steady tone Anyways this was before remote controls and I couldn't be asked to get up and turn this muzac off so just laid there. When about 10 mins later all of a sudden the announcer says in a menacing whisper Did you hear that? Are your doors and windows locked? There are reports of a homicidal maniac at large in your area. I was cracking up. The Mrs got up to see WTF was going on! The announcer just kept going on about making sure to stay safe and dont open the door etc! I never saw anything in the news etc about it after, Made ,e womder if he had done it before cause normally peeps just get up and turn it off. Got me wondering if the guy had got sacked and was pranking peeps to get his own back or summet. I could just imagine someone with bad nerves or heart condition shitting themselves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesper 30,219 Posted December 21, 2018 Share Posted December 21, 2018 Today is the shortest day of the year. Just thought you'd like to know https://www.thelocal.se/20161221/sweden-shortest-day-of-the-year-winter-solstice If you're struggling to cope with the Swedish winter darkness, you may want to hide under your duvet with a cup of hot chocolate today. But don't despair! From today, the number of daylight hours will slowly start to increase. Tomorrow most parts of Sweden will get an entire minute's worth more of daylight. The winter solstice falls when the Earth tilts the furthest away from the Sun on its axis. In the Northern Hemisphere this usually happens around December 21st-23rd every year. In Stockholm today, the sun rose at around 8.43am and will set at 2.48pm, giving its citizens just above six hours of daylight. Further south, in Malmö, that increases to seven hours of daylight. In Luleå in northern Sweden, the sun will rise at 9.50am and set only three hours and 19 minutes later. In the mining town of Kiruna however, Sweden's northernmost town, the sun set on December 10th and will not rise again for another ten days. The town, which is inside the polar circle, is currently experiencing something called Polar Nights, when the sun stays below the horizon. However, thanks to the light reflecting on the snow, it does not get as dark as on a snow-less December night in southern Sweden. snip Unionjack 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesper 30,219 Posted December 21, 2018 Share Posted December 21, 2018 On 14/12/2018 at 4:03 PM, DDA said: Who hides in a bakery over Christmas?? MinceSpies!! Unionjack and DDA 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesper 30,219 Posted December 22, 2018 Share Posted December 22, 2018 BAPE & Dr. Martens Debut Luxe Golden Steel Toe Boots We've teamed up with Japanese clothing brand A Bathing Ape (BAPE) again to bring you a streetwear version of our 1490 boot and Petri shoe. This is Docs footwear that embodies the effortless, free, wear-anything attitude of BAPE. Brands: BAPE x Dr. Martens Model: 1461 3-eye & 1460 10-eye Steel Toe Boots Key Features: BAPE’s signature cloud camo embossed throughout the premium leather constructions, golden steel toe detail with matching gold eyelets, ape head lace deubré and branded heel pull tabs. Dr. Martens’ distinct contrasting yellow stitching around the outsole welt. https://www.drmartens.com/uk/en_GB/collaborations/dr-martens-and-bape-collaboration Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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