Ray Bold's Review http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/ Moans in the key of life en Copyright 2008 Sun, 04 Feb 2007 00:44:36 +0000 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss A simple question.... This piece fromt the BBC is fantastic. Now, I'm not usually one to go into the whole shrieking "Political Correctness Gone Mad!" routine but sometimes it has to be said some people cross the line.
A supply teacher has been sacked from a secondary school following complaints from Muslim pupils. Andrew McLuskey was sacked from Bayliss Court Secondary School in Slough after a Religious Education lesson discussing the pros and cons of religion. Pupils at the predominantly Muslim school claimed Mr McLuskey said most suicide bombers were Muslim
And here's my question.]]> http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2007/02/a_simple_question.html http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2007/02/a_simple_question.html Religion Sun, 04 Feb 2007 00:44:36 +0000 D'oh in the USA but let's just take time to laugh at stupid Americans. "Name a country that starts with U" "Utah" "What’s the religion of Israel?""Israeli.” "Who's Fidel Castro" "A singer?" “Who won the Vietnam War?”“We did. Wait, were we even in the Vietnam War?” “How many sides does a triangle have?”“There’s no sides… One?” "What currency is used in the United Kingdom?" "What's the United Kingdom, I don't know"]]> http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2007/01/doh_in_the_usa.html http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2007/01/doh_in_the_usa.html Humour Tue, 30 Jan 2007 20:42:43 +0000 Pure bravery If these guys aren't up for some bravery medals then there's something seriously wrong. Of course they deserve them anyway for fighting in the War on Terror's forgotten conflict but this just sticks out as daring do that belongs more in the pages of Boys Own and Commando comics than in today's newspapers. Whether you're a bloodthirsty chickenhawk or a tofu chewing pacifist treehugger you cannot deny the bravery and dedication to their fellow comrades. http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2007/01/pure_bravery.html http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2007/01/pure_bravery.html General Wed, 17 Jan 2007 11:59:42 +0000 Tony Blair: The Media made the war unpopular I think I've just had enough of St. Tony and his bloody rubbish. Not that I was one of those doe-eyed happy-clappy idiots who saw Labour winning an election as a new dawn. Over the years I've seen him do a reasonable job. Ignoring the war in Iraq he really has done a pretty impressive piece of work but hey, the war in Iraq is a major mess-up. He has to put his hands up on that one. Doesn't he? http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2007/01/tony_blair_the_media_made_the.html http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2007/01/tony_blair_the_media_made_the.html Politics Sun, 14 Jan 2007 12:06:39 +0000 Americans frighten me I know, it's not big or clever to take the mick out of the Yanks. Everyone does it, but it sure is easy. However, this piece of news not only gives me the chance to blog about the wacky stuff they get up to but also it allows me to register my concern that a nation with people who say stuff like this... http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2007/01/americans_frighten_me.html http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2007/01/americans_frighten_me.html Politics Sat, 13 Jan 2007 22:07:18 +0000 Nice work if you can get it, eh? Now this is strange, if you were a multi-million pound footballer playing at the biggest club in the world....why would you move to the LA Galaxy in the MLS? http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2007/01/nice_work_if_you_can_get_it_eh.html http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2007/01/nice_work_if_you_can_get_it_eh.html Football Fri, 12 Jan 2007 15:29:08 +0000 The most stomach churning story ever? this story from Monsters & Critics below the fold because I want to protect the innocent, those of a sensitive disposition and those who, well, let's face it just have class.]]> http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2006/12/the_most_stomach_churning_stor.html http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2006/12/the_most_stomach_churning_stor.html Humour Wed, 27 Dec 2006 23:09:53 +0000 The love of the beautiful game I'm a self confessed football fanatic. I love it. So much so, I'll watch any game on TV no matter it's level, consequence or it's interest level. Non-league, under-21's, under-18's, women's, masters, 5 a side, celebrity etc etc. It really makes no difference. My main love withing football is Tottenham Hotspur FC, from as early as I can remember I was a Spurs fan. I'd go as far as saying that Tottenham shaped me. My nature is perfectly suited to it and it has brought out certain areas of my personality more than others. For instance, being a Spurs supporter helps you develop advanced cynicism, sarcasm and pessimism. For the best part of 30 years I have been a creature of my support for the club, enduring the lows and enjoying the highs (all too rare). Yes, Spurs are a big club with lots of history and tradition, but you can hardly call me a glory hunter! Constant disappointments, false dawns and non-existent cup runs have marred my childhood, teenage and adult life. But I still love the club. Funny isn't it? http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2006/12/the_love_of_the_beautiful_game.html http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2006/12/the_love_of_the_beautiful_game.html Football Wed, 20 Dec 2006 12:30:18 +0000 The Aftermath Sorry for the lack of posting recently. I've had good reason for my absence. A fortnight ago my grandfather died. A man I called 'Dad' because he brought me up as his own has now gone. The hole this leaves in my heart and soul is immeasurable. Dougie was a one off, a one legged curmudgeon with a heart of gold who while sarcastic and biting would help anyone who genuinly needed it. Known for his reckless mobility scooter driving, his wooly hat (which never left his head and was buried with his ashes) and his single minded independence he will be missed not only by family and friends but by an entire community. http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2006/12/the_aftermath.html http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2006/12/the_aftermath.html General Mon, 18 Dec 2006 12:32:28 +0000 The Teflon Junkie What does Pete Doherty have to do to get a jail sentence? The man is a habitual criminal, if he was some chav from a council estate he'd be eating prison grub by now. Does celebrity and the promise of rehab really sway judges? It must, considering that he's been caught with half the output of Columbia on many occasions, has been done for drunk driving, assault, burglary and other offences.]]> http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2006/12/the_teflon_junkie.html http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2006/12/the_teflon_junkie.html Music Mon, 04 Dec 2006 12:56:56 +0000 The twisted world of Kelvin MacKenzie Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting I'm not going to comment on this story, I'd be swearing and threatening violence if I tried. I'll just post the basic facts about what Mr. Mackenzie has claimed. I'm a great believer in freedom of speech and the right of the press to investigate anything they want (within reason) but Mackenzie's Sun was deplorable and his recent outbursts make him out to be the architect of the ultimate example of gutter journalism. See below, what the 'ex-editor' had to say recently....]]> http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2006/12/the_wacky_world_of_kelvin_mackenzie.html http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2006/12/the_wacky_world_of_kelvin_mackenzie.html Football Sat, 02 Dec 2006 01:39:10 +0000 The wonderful world of Banksy There are many in the 'art world' who dismiss Banksy as a bit of a charlatan. Perhaps it's jealousy, his 'art' after all is recognised by far more people than works by others of his generation. His style is wacky, has a sense of humour and genuinely does make people as questions. Something that others attempt but fail miserably. So let's take a look at his latest offering..... http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2006/12/the_wonderful_world_of_banksy.html http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2006/12/the_wonderful_world_of_banksy.html General Fri, 01 Dec 2006 13:51:45 +0000 License to talk rubbish In a recent speech the head of BBC's television news department, Peter Horrocks, has suggested that the BBC should give more airtime to extremist views. Apparently he doesn't think that there's enough BNP, Taliban, Muhajiroun or any other nutjobs you could mention on TV at the moment. Actually Mr. Horrocks the answer to your bizarre argument rhymes with your surname. http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2006/12/license_to_talk_rubbish.html http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2006/12/license_to_talk_rubbish.html Politics Fri, 01 Dec 2006 09:43:14 +0000 A Christmas tale Another year, another Christmas to moan about.'Tis the season to be jolly, eh? Not likely. The other half has already dropped the ultimate Christmas lie on me. "We're saving for our next holiday, so let's not get each other anything this year ok?" I know what that means. I'm not getting present but I'm a dead man if I don't get her something. Never again will I get caught out by that little trick. Never again will I have to dart out of the house at 9.30pm on Christmas eve to the local 24hr garage. Never again will my partner get plastic flowers, a collection of soft back Catherine Cookson's and a bag of charcoal for Christmas. http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2006/11/a_christmas_tale.html http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2006/11/a_christmas_tale.html Rants Thu, 30 Nov 2006 11:49:45 +0000 Scouse fury The fire of England's north-south rivalry has been fuelled when regeneration chiefs in Liverpool complained of a pro-London bias by internet giant Google. Liverpool Vision, which is co-ordinating massive redevelopment of the city, complained that the huge changes are not visible on Google Earth. The popular site, which uses satellite images to create aerial views of much of the planet, does show the very latest London landmarks, such as the new Wembley and Arsenal FC stadia. ]]> http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2006/11/scouse_fury_southern_laughter.html http://raybold.welshblogs.co.uk/2006/11/scouse_fury_southern_laughter.html Humour Tue, 28 Nov 2006 15:31:12 +0000