2013年1月21日星期一

That's not very safe! Honey Boo Boo and her family forget their helmets as they pile onto one moving quad bike

It seems the health and safety message has not quite made it to rural McIntyre.
Seven-year-old Alana 'Honey Boo Boo' Thompson and her extended family were pictured ignoring basic guidelines as they piled en masse onto the back of a moving quad bike in Georgia yesterday.
The four children sat wherever they could find a spot astride the bonnet and back of the small truck, driven by Mike 'Sugar Bear' Thompson,
Where are their helmets? Health and safety guidelines don't seem to have registered with the family of Here Comes Honey Boo Boo, star Alana Thompson, who all piled onto one quad bike as they filmed their show on Sunday
Where are their helmets? Health and safety guidelines don't seem to have registered with the family of Here Comes Honey Boo Boo, star Alana Thompson, who all piled onto one quad bike as they filmed their show on Sunday

An accident waiting to happen: The entire family seemed to have squeezed onto the vehicle
An accident waiting to happen: The entire family seemed to have squeezed onto the vehicle
They seemed unconcerned by any worries they might fall or be injured, going without helmets.
With two girls sat in front of him Sugar Bear could barely see where he was going, but continued to drive.
At least the girls' mother Mama June decided to sit out the fun. With her bulky frame the quad bike would have been seriously overloaded.
Instead she watched from the sidelines, a towel wrapped around her wet hair.
All aboard!v The family piled onto the quad bike
All aboard!v The family piled onto the quad bike
Biker girl: Honey found herself a helmet when it came to learning to ride her bike
Biker girl: Honey found herself a helmet when it came to learning to ride her bike
Alana Thompson
Alana Thompson
I'm getting the hang of this! Confident Alana, seven, wore a unicorn helmet as she learnt to ride her bike
Thankfully her daughter Anna 'Chickadee', 18, also skipped the ride, sensibly deciding to stay on firm land with her infant daughter Kaitlyn.
Surprisingly Honey Boo Boo later dug out a pink unicorn helmet to protect her hair as she enjoyed the more sedate activity of riding a bike.
Teamed with her bright pink boots and pale pink Major Attitude T-shirt there was no mistaking Honey's favourite colour.

At least she wasn't on it! Teenage mother Anna 'Chickadee' Shannon holds onto daughter Kaitlyn as they watch the excitement
At least she wasn't on it! Teenage mother Anna 'Chickadee' Shannon holds onto daughter Kaitlyn as they watch the excitement
While Here Comes Honey Boo Boo has been criticised for exploiting the 'redneck' family, Mama June recently revealed that it is building her daughters a financially secure future.
The budget conscious 'extreme couponer' has sensibly divided the estimated $15,000 to $20,000 episode fee into equal trust funds for her four daughters and granddaughter.
When Honey Boo Boo and her sisters Lauryn, 12, Jessica, 15, Anna, 18, and Anna's daughter Kaitlyn turn 21 they will receive a sizeable amount of money.
There;'s no room for you! Mama June was sensible enough not to overload the quad bike
There;'s no room for you! Mama June was sensible enough not to overload the quad bike

Only if they need money for their education, or healthcare, can the girls access the money before then.

Full time mother Mama June,  explained that she and her partner live off his salary as a contractor. 

The family has made one large purchase since their new found fame - a second hand, seven-year-old Ford Expedition. 


Sister act: Honey and her big sis wore matching pink
Sister act: Honey and her big sis wore matching pink

The pub serving pints for a Prince: Charles makes unscheduled stop for a stout after regulars invited him in


With its peeling paint and boarded-up windows, the Wellington Vaults is hardly the sort of exclusive club that  might entice the Prince of Wales.

But to the amazement of his minders – and the delight of locals – he interrupted his packed itinerary to down a half with regulars at the local boozer.

The Prince of Wales enjoys a swift half with the regulars at an impromtu pit stop in Toxteth
The Prince of Wales enjoys a swift half with the regulars at an impromtu pit stop in Toxteth
No complaints: Charles appears to enjoyed the well earned stout after a busy tour of a local community centre
No complaints: Charles appears to enjoyed the well earned stout after a busy tour of a local community centre

Stout chap: Charles is known for his love of a fine glass of wine or a cherry brandy but it seems a a strong beer was the wiser choice
Stout chap: Charles is known for his love of a fine glass of wine or a cherry brandy but it seems a a strong beer was the wiser choice
Locals welcome the Prince with open arms and appear to approve of his choice of tipple
Locals welcome the Prince with open arms and appear to approve of his choice of tipple
The Wellington Vaults where Prince Charles broke off his busy schedule to meet locals
The Wellington Vaults where Prince Charles broke off his busy schedule to meet locals
Charles had just left The Florence Institute, a community centre in Toxteth known locally as The  Florrie, which has re-opened thanks to a £6.4million grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund.
Barmaid Gaynor Jones, 46, said: 'We were just watching Prince Charles coming out of The Florrie and some people outside shouted, "Charlie, come over here for  a pint".
 

'He just started laughing and then walked over and came in!'

Perhaps sensibly, instead of ordering a cherry brandy or red wine, which are said to be his tipples of choice, he asked for a stout – which he then shared with Florrie chairman Denise Bernard.
Miss Jones added: 'He asked  me how I was and ordered half  a Guinness. 'Everyone who was here was  surprised and really made-up.'
Clearly enjoying his unscheduled visit, he reportedly asked Miss  Bernard: 'Shall we share one? You have some first.'

She replied: 'Oh my God, Prince Charles is going to be bevied because of me! 'This has been the most exciting day of my life since having my baby.'
The Prince of Wales had been visiting a local Toxteth community centre called The Florence Institute
The Prince of Wales had been visiting a local Toxteth community centre called The Florence Institute

The Prince was in Toxteth to mark the re-opening of The Florence Institute which had received a £6.4million grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund
The Prince was in Toxteth to mark the re-opening of The Florence Institute which had received a £6.4million grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund
Clearly enjoying his visit, the Prince earlier received thunderous applause at the Florrie when he unveiled the plaque to commemorate his visit and the reopening. 
Young dancers from The Works Academy performed for the Prince and he was delighted when one presented him with a baby-grow printed with the words ‘Grandad’s little workie’.

What a pawtrait! Teri Hatcher is left panting after workout... as she and her pet pooch sport matching facial expressions

It has been claimed that people often choose pet pups who look like them in one way or another.
And Teri Hatcher and her canine companion certainly made for a picture-perfect pawtrait as they stepped out together on Sunday.
After a brisk walk in the Hollywood Hills, it would seem the 48-year-old actress and her adorable American Bulldog Jack were left equally worn out.
Feeling tired? After a brisk walk in the Hollywood Hills on Sunday, it would seem Teri Hatcher and her pet pooch Jack were left equally worn out, with both of their tongues hanging out of their mouths
Feeling tired? After a brisk walk in the Hollywood Hills on Sunday, it would seem Teri Hatcher and her pet pooch Jack were left equally worn out, with both of their tongues hanging out of their mouths
Both the Desperate Housewives star and the pet pooch both wandered along with their tongues hanging slightly out of their mouths as they attempted to catch their breath.

But after a few deep breaths it would seem Teri was back to normal in virtually no time at all, with the brunette actress quickly regaining her composure.
The star kept her look casual for her weekend outing, opting for a practical ensemble of a silver padded gilet, blue long-sleeved top and grey loose-fitting trousers.
Weekend workout: The 48-year-old actress made sure to dress in a practical ensemble for her walk
Weekend workout: The 48-year-old actress made sure to dress in a practical ensemble for her walk
Teri completed her look with a baseball cap and comfortable trainers as she headed out with Jack in tow.
It would seem the actress was listening to some pumping beats to get her in the mood for exercise, as she had a set of iPod headphones glued to her ears.
In addition to Jack, animal-lover Teri - who has a 14-year-old daughter Emerson - is also the proud owner of two more dogs, three cats, a horse, two birds and a bunny.
But Jack has clearly won her heart.
Walkies: Teri has previously joked that American Bulldog Jack is her 'boyfriend'
Walkies: Teri has previously joked that American Bulldog Jack is her 'boyfriend'
She recently told US Weekly magazine: 'I have been known to refer to my American bulldog, Jack, as my boyfriend.'
Teri also joked that she was dissuaded from getting another cat because she didn't want to become a 'crazy single cat lady'.
She told Access Hollywood: 'It was so funny. My daughter wanted me to get another cat. I said, "Honey, we can’t have four cats, then I’m like the crazy single lady with all the cats".
'And she goes, "No, Mom, that’s five. Five is when you become the crazy single cat lady".'

Bulk Fiction: Quentin Tarantino makes waves on holiday with his new girlfriend in Mexico

He won the award for best screenplay for his slavery-themed movie Django Unchained at the Golden Globes. 
And it seems Quentin Tarantino was ready for a well-earned break as he was spotted on holiday with his girlfriend Lianne Spiderbaby in Mexico over the weekend. 
The chubby director showed off his stomach as he jumped from the boat, while Lianne cut a more glamorous figure as she dipped her toes into the water as they enjoyed a day of sailing in the Sea of Cortez.
Splash: Quentin Tarantino's extra weight could be seen as he jumped from a boat in Mexico
Splash: Quentin Tarantino's extra weight could be seen as he jumped from a boat in Mexico
Wearing a pair of blue swim shorts, featuring a red go-faster stripe the hairy Pulp Fiction director held his nose as he splashed into the water.

Horror writer Lianne looked much less of a fright in a flattering red and white striped bikini.
She showed off her flat stomach as she sat on the side of the boat, putting on a snorkeling mask as she prepared to explore under the sea.
New love: Quentin was joined on his holiday by new girlfriend Lianne Spiderbaby
New love: Quentin was joined on his holiday by new girlfriend Lianne Spiderbaby
New love: Quentin was joined on his holiday by new girlfriend Lianne Spiderbaby

Blonde beauty: Horror writer Lianne showed off her toned stomach and slim figure in her red and white stripped bikini
Blonde beauty: Horror writer Lianne showed off her toned stomach and slim figure in her red and white stripped bikini
As the couple boarded their boat earlier in the day the 49-year-old wore a baggy white shirt which kept any unsightly bulges under wraps.
Lianne meanwhile wore a pretty black and white Aztec themed jumpsuit while her hair was off her face in a neat bun. 
Quentin and Lianne only went public with their relationship last month but it is clear why they are a match made in Hollywood heaven.
Ready to take the plunge: The famous director held his nose as he got ready to jump into the Sea of Cortez
Ready to take the plunge: The famous director held his nose as he got ready to jump into the Sea of Cortez

Cautious: Lianne was more careful as she slowly got into the water ready to give snorkeling a go
Cautious: Lianne was more careful as she slowly got into the water ready to give snorkeling a go
Lianne, who’s real surname is MacDougall, rather than Spiderbaby made a name for herself as a horror film journalist, writing for the likes of Fangoria.
Her first book Grindhouse Girls: Cinema’s Hardest Working Women will be out later this year but she clearly wasn’t doing research for it as she relaxed on the boat.
While award-winning Quentin’s films often court controversy, Django Unchained has been no exception. 
Lady of leisure: While she may be on holiday she has just written a book about the hardest working women in Hollywood
Lady of leisure: While she may be on holiday she has just written a book about the hardest working women in Hollywood

Chilly: Quentin's pretty new girlfriend looked a little on the cold side as she prepared to get into the water
Chilly: Quentin's pretty new girlfriend looked a little on the cold side as she prepared to get into the water
Sightseeing: The couple looked in good spirits as they sailed about the picturesque area
Sightseeing: The couple looked in good spirits as they sailed about the picturesque area
The spaghetti Western starring Jamie Foxx, Leonardo DiCaprio, Kerry Washington and Christoph Waltz sees characters use the N-word more that 100 times.
Tarantino defended his inclusion of the word in the script saying: 'They think I should soften it, that I should lie, that I should massage,
'I would never do that when it comes to my characters.'
Break: Quentin is taking a breather before the Oscars next month, where he is up for five awards
Break: Quentin is taking a breather before the Oscars next month, where he is up for five awards

Captain of the ship: While he makes a living making violent films he likes to relax as much as the next person
Captain of the ship: While he makes a living making violent films he likes to relax as much as the next person
However he stirred further controversy by using the ‘N-word’ backstage at the Golden Globes in front of shock reporters before saying that the U.S. prison system is 'modern slavery'.
Quentin also raised eyebrows during an interview with Channel 4 News presenter Krishnan Guru-Murthy.
When asked whether there was a link between scenes in his notoriously bloody films and real-life attacks, he snapped: ‘Don’t ask me a question like that – I’m not biting. 
‘I refuse your question. I’m not your slave and you’re not my master.’
The Reservoir Dogs director is no doubt taking time to regroup his thoughts ahead of the Oscars next month, where he is up for five awards.
Covered up: When not in the water Quentin kept covered up in a baggy white shirt which covered his bulge
Covered up: When not in the water Quentin kept covered up in a baggy white shirt which covered his bulge
Success: So far the director's recent film Django Unchained has picked up a Golden Globe for best screenplay
Success: So far the director's recent film Django Unchained has picked up a Golden Globe for best screenplay

Who are you calling two-face? Puffy the cat finally finds a new home (but she doesn't look that happy about it!)

It is easy to see why Puffy's owner couldn’t help herself when walking past the abandoned cat in the street – who could forget a face like this?
The three-year-old orphan cat has an unusual colouring which sees her face perfectly split in two halves - one black and one ginger.
Puffy was found on the street and adopted by her owner who fell in love with her unique look.
Purfect Puffy: The line splitting ginger's face runs vertical between her eyes giving her one ginger half and one black halfPurfect Puffy: The line splitting ginger's face runs vertical, giving her one ginger half and one black half
 
The three-year-old female, called Puffy, was found on the street by the owner, who doesn't know the breed of the catDouble-act: Three-year-old Puffy from Serbia caught the attention of a photographer thanks to her unusual colouring, splitting her face in two
Although she is akin to Batman baddie Harvey Dent a.k.a.Two-face, in looks, she does not mind some loving attention - although she can quickly turn the other cheek when someone ruffles her fur.
 

And the fluffy cat isn't shy about showing off her unusual feature as she stares right into the camera during a photoshoot with animal snapper Zoran Milutinovic.
Zoran, a photographer from Serbia, said he was delighted to see something this rare.
The 31-year-old said: ‘When I arrived, she was hiding from me, and the owner tried to call her but she was behind the furniture.'

 

 
Fiery lady: Puffy shows off her 'ginger side' in front of the camera in her home in SerbiaFiery lady: Puffy shows off her 'ginger side' in front of the camera in her home in Serbia
‘She was curious, but too shy to stand in front of me. I managed to take the photographs when she sat on her favourite chair on the terrace.
‘This is the first cat or animal that I've seen like this in the flesh.’
He added: ‘She's the shyest cat I've ever seen.
‘Puffy is an indoor cat and she never goes outside - that's why she is very scared when she meets new people.
‘So it was very hard for me to take a photo - she only likes to be photographed by her owner.’

 
Balkan beauty: Although she has the face of a comic-book villain, Puffy did not mind some loving attention at the shootBalkan beauty: Although she has the face of a comic-book villain, Puffy did not mind some loving attention

 
Guilty pleasure: The cat looks like she has been caught in the actGuilty pleasure: The cat looks like she has been caught in the act

 
Fluffy Puffy: Puffy the cat gives one of her admirers an affronted lookFluffy Puffy: Puffy the cat gives one of her admirers an affronted look

Female Secret Service agent protects the Obamas as she walks alongside The Beast during inaugural parade

A woman was in the ranks of the elite squad of Secret Service agents guarding President Obama’s vehicle this afternoon in the motorcade that passed down Pennsylvania Avenue.
The unknown woman, with her blonde hair slicked back into a ponytail, stood on the left side of Mr Obama’s Cadillac, walking in stride with the other agents.
The cavalcade slowly made it was way from Capitol Hill to the White House, with Mr Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama exiting at one point, waving to the hundreds of thousands of people along the mall.
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kGuarding: Secret Security agents flocked the president and first lady as they made their way down Pennsylvania Avenue

 
kBoy's club: The agent was one of several women guarding high-profile politicians like the Obamas and the Bidens
 
 
 
kGirl power: President Obama and first lady Michelle Obama ride in the presidential limousine during the 57th Presidential Inauguration parade; center right, a blonde Secret Service agent guards The Beast

 
 
kMore women: Five female secret service agents, circled in red, were front and center in today's motorcade
kGuarding: The woman seen alongside her male co-workers as the motorcade slowly made its way to the White House
Security lines today stretched more than a block to screen inauguration attendees for banned items such as lawn chairs, umbrellas, and firearms.
As the agents walked by the general public, the Secret Service agents carefully combed the crowds with their eyes, monitoring any suspicious activity.

 

The unknown woman flanked the first agent on the driver’s side of the car with her jacket open, despite the chill in Washington today, to reveal a white button-down shirt below. She, unlike the first lady, wore flats for the day's events.
The agents walked all the way down Pennsylvania Avenue to the White House, a tradition which dates back to the first inauguration of President George Washington.
The first organized parade happened in 1809, but it would be many decades until women were allowed to participate. It was at Woodrow Wilson’s second inauguration in 1917 that women were finally allowed to march.
kRomantic moment: President Obama kisses the first lady as their daughters Sasha, left, and Malia, second from left, look on; the female Secret Service agent looks on from the second row
 
kShe wore a patriotic pin, small earrings and her earpiece
kClose eye: The agent kept a close eye on the first couple as Mr Obama kissed the first lady's hand
 
kSalute: The president saluted military servicemen as they marched in the inaugural parade

 
kProtected: The Obamas and the Secret Service agents watched the parade from behind a thick plate of bulletproof glass

 
Following last April’s Secret Service scandal in South America, where a dozen male agents were accused of being involved with a Columbian prostitute, there were cries from American media for more female agents.
Rep. Carolyn B. Maloney (D-New York) said at the time that the probability of the scandal happening ‘would have been reduced significantly’ if there were more women in the Cartagena detail, according to the Washington Post's Joe Davidson.
 
There is no word how long she has been protecting the First FamilyThere is no word how long she has been protecting the First Family

 
kVenue: A pavilion was set up in front of the White House where the Obamas could watch the parade

 
kMounted cavalry: Mounted officials went by the Presidential Reviewing Stand as the sun set over Washington
 

 
The agents were guarding what they call ‘The Beast,’ the Cadillac limousine used to transport the president and first lady in today’s ceremonies.
The First Cadillac cost more than $300,000 to make, and is completely bulletproof. Presidential transportation was given a complete overhaul following President John F. Kennedy’s assassination in the back of a convertible.
Some of its specifications include a foam-sealed fuel tank which will absorb any impact from an explosion and won’t itself explode, as well as Kevlar-enforced and puncture-resistant tires. 
Unfortunately, because of all of its reinforcements, The Beast gets only eight miles to the gallon and peaks at a speed of 60mph.
kFour years ago: At the 2009 inauguration, all of the main Secret Service agents were male