Ronald Vickers, a Professor of Classics at Oxford University, has admitted that the entire subject of Greek Mythology was invented by a group of drunken lecturers in the 1820s.
Posted: May 25th, 2011
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For the first time in its history, Wootton Bassett – known for its deeply moving and dignified demonstrations of respect and mourning to fallen military personnel – was completely deserted today as the remains of Nick Clegg’s political career arrived in the Wiltshire town.
Posted: May 9th, 2011
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Buckingham Palace has confirmed that Prince William and Kate Middleton are ‘Delighted and overwhelmed’ by the special royal wedding black pudding produced by Bolton farmer Fred McGee
Posted: Apr 24th, 2011
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Customers can choose from a range of replies including ‘Nothing’, ‘Veers to the left’, ‘Contains soiled nappy’, ‘One wheel jammed’, and ‘Won’t take my pound coin’.
Posted: Feb 11th, 2011
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The bag beat off strong competition from Help the Aged and Mencap, and was praised for its ability to hold up to 25kg of household refuse.
Posted: Jan 22nd, 2011
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