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I ON no subject do loose thought and loose talk more freely abound than on that of Asia. The yellow peril, we know, was once the Kaiser’s pet. bugbear, and his affection for it used to bring no little ridicule on that august personage. But our nerves had not then been shaken by the war. Nowadays the yellow- cum -brown peril has established itself in the affections of French, English, and American journalists and publicists; they love it for its very ugliness, as the Spanish Hapsburg loved his dwarfs or the eighteenthcentury marquise her black page-boy. This fearful creature, this Caliban, ‘has a name and a face,’ — I am quoting M. Henri Massis, the French observer of world politics, — or rather it has two names and two faces: Bolshevism and Asiaticism. It is not his fault if our flesh does not creep as he displays this awe-inspiring monster, this great evil spirit, trying, in Chesterton’s words, ‘to melt everything in the same crucible.’ On this subject Latin and Anglo-Saxon are … [Read more...] about The Caliban of Asia

August 04, 2022 - 16:49 BST Kevin Bacon opened up about his first meeting with eventual wife Kyra Sedgwick and how it didn't go as planned Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick have been one of the most enduring couples in Hollywood, often delighting fans with glimpses into the more intimate side of their lives. MORE: Travis Bacon makes rare statement about living with bipolar disorder However, their first meeting was definitely on the rockier side of things, as the actor explained on the podcast Anna Faris Is Unqualified with Anna Faris . Loading the player... VIDEO: Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick's love story "I was doing a lot of theater when I first moved to New York," he explained, adding that Kyra was also starting to explore the scene around the same time. "And amazingly, her mother had clocked this young actor, me, and seen a couple of tanks that I'd been in. And she got her tickets to this play I was … [Read more...] about Kyra Sedgwick ‘put off’ by Kevin Bacon in shock rare relationship admission – details

August 08, 2022 - 15:11 BST Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick as well as their two children Travis and Sosie took to Instagram to pay tribute to their dog as they mourn her passing It is a tough start to the week for the Bacon-Sedgwick family, as they are mourning the sad loss of a beloved member of the family. MORE: Travis Bacon supports famous sister Sosie ahead of major accomplishment Both Kyra Sedgwick and Kevin Bacon paid tribute to their beloved family dog, Lily, who passed away on 8 July. The actors took to Instagram to share with their followers the heartbreaking update, honoring Lily's life with them by sharing a series of adorable photos through the years. Loading the player... WATCH: Kevin and Kyra's decades-long love story MORE: Kevin Bacon praises his children for making him 'listen a little more' Kyra first broke the news to fans by sharing an adorable photo of the pup , staring up at … [Read more...] about Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick plus their two children share emotional tribute amid heartbreaking family loss

With the passing of Jozef Tomko on Monday, Slovakia has lost its last cardinal. Will Pope Francis nominate another Slovak for cardinal? Skryť Remove ad Article continues after video advertisement Skryť Remove ad Article continues after video advertisement Ján Duda, one of Slovakia's most respected ecclesiastical lawyers and Marián Gavenda, a former spokesperson for the Conference of Bishops of Slovakia (KBS), believe that there is a chance this may happen, though it is only theoretical at the moment. There are a few disadvantages against Slovakia. You have just exceeded the number of devices allowed. Your active subscription only allows a limited number of browsers to access locked content. To continue reading this article on this device/browser, please edit the list of registered devices in your profile settings here: manage devices You can read all about device management here . The rest of this article … [Read more...] about It’s up to Pope Francis now. The chances of a new Slovak cardinal are slim

August 11, 2022 - 13:09 BST Kevin Bacon was supported by his daughter Sosie following heartbreaking family news Kevin Bacon 's daughter, Sosie, is his biggest supporter and she showed just how proud she is of him with a gushing tribute on Instagram. The Mare of Easttown actress was blown away after watching his latest movie, They/Them , and couldn't wait to spread the word. MORE: Travis Bacon supports famous sister Sosie ahead of major accomplishment Alongside the poster for the horror, she wrote: "I saw this on the final night of @outfest in this most beloved city of LOS ANNNNGELES, and it was epic. Loading the player... WATCH: The trailer for Kevin Bacon's movie They/Them "I forgot the energy horror could bring to a theater, and it was so moving and special to get to celebrate this amazing festival in person, with humans, experiencing big emotions together." Sosie continued: "Felt like going to see … [Read more...] about Kevin Bacon supported by daughter Sosie following tragic family news

Dave Coldwell has no interest in a Julius Francis vs Mike Tyson rematch (Image: GETTY) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Julius Francis’ proposed rematch against Mike Tyson is of no interest to Dave Coldwell. The boxing trainer is not a fan of the new trend of ex-fighters coming back to compete in exhibition bouts and believes it tarnishes their legacies. Related articles Joshua told secret Usyk chink that 'nobody talks about' Usyk concern raised over ‘huge’ new physique ahead of Joshua rematch Francis recently rose to internet stardom after a video emerged online of him knocking out a troublesome customer during a security guard shift at BoxPark Wembley. The former British heavyweight champion turned back the … [Read more...] about Ex-heavyweight Julius Francis warned about potential Mike Tyson rematch after viral KO

A portion of perfectly crispy-yet-chewy bacon is a wonder to behold. Whether it’s sandwiched between two slices of bread or part of a fry-up, bacon has been a weekend saviour for many people over the years. And there are a few ways you can go about cooking the humble rasher – be it frying or grilling. But a chef has shared another lesser-known technique for getting crispy bacon – and it involves boiling the meat. Sure, it sounds a little counterintuitive, but chef Roice Bethel is adamant this method helps get the perfect consistency. Sharing his controversial hack on TikTok, he says: ’If you want perfectly crispy bacon you have to boil it. I know that sounds like it wouldn’t work but it does.’ Roice explains that in order to get the perfect rasher, you have to pay attention to the make-up of it. Bacon fanatics will know that any slice features darker meat and fat. Obviously, the quantities of this will vary depending on whether you have streaky or back bacon. … [Read more...] about Chef shares technique for getting perfectly-crispy bacon – and it involves boiling the meat

FRANK WARREN won't stand in the way of Tyson Fury taking part in a blockbuster crossover clash with UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou. The Gypsy King talked up a showdown with the Cameroonian clubber moments after his stunning knockout of Dillian Whyte at Wembley last month. Fury's plans for a hybrid fight with the Predator have been poo-pooed by boxing fans - but Warren won't advise him not to pursue the bout. During a recent media event, the Queensbury Promotions Chief asked: “Would I be involved? "We’re his worldwide promoter outside the US. He’s smart. He’s been very smart in what he’s done with his trainers. "He got Ben Davison involved with him when he felt he had to lose the weight and when it come down to the nitty-gritty, he got on board Sugar Hill. READ MORE IN SPORT TYSON'S FURY Moment swaying Fury KICKS OUT at taxi after driver refuses to give him ride free prizes Sun Vegas have a daily free … [Read more...] about Tyson Fury’s promoter he will not stop boxer from sensational cross-switch fight against UFC champ Francis Ngannou

A mum is tired of seeing unrealistic snapshots of family life on Instagram. So to show her 51,000 followers what the reality of motherhood is really like, she shared a candid picture of herself. Jessica Hood posed in her pyjamas, before admitting that her Sundays involve her wanting to “stuff (her) face with crispy bacon” instead of having morning sex with her husband. She added that it’s common for her to scroll on her phone while she can hear her kids squabbling in the background. The Australian mum-of-four wanted others to get a glimpse into “normal daily life”, insisting that it’s “something you don’t see on Instagram”. And her fans certainly appreciated the how refreshingly honest the post is. On Instagram, Jessica wrote: “I hope when you wake up this morning this is the first thing you see. “Not an unrealistic image of a women telling you to start your diet today or trying to tell you to change. “Most days I wake up and scroll Instagram and it’s filled with over … [Read more...] about Mum praised for honest post about Sundays – including scoffing bacon and swerving sex

DEONTAY WILDER has revealed he's trying to "get back" into the swing of things ahead of a potential return to the ring. The Bronze Bomber has slowly but surely been ramping up his training over the last few months after a prolonged break from action. Wilder, 35, recently took his training to the UFC 's Performance Institute in Las Vegas - where he met the promotion's heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou . After perching up on the ring apron, Ngannou said to Wilder : "Hey champ.” Former WBC heavyweight champion Wilder replied by saying: “What’s up brother?” After the pair embraced and shook hands, Ngannou answered: “Not much. How are you?” READ MORE IN SPORT BREAK A LEG Boxing fans all saying the same thing as after Wilder's return to the gym TIME TO DREAM Prem season starts TOMORROW - pick your Dream Team for chance to win £100,000 Wilder responded: “Doing alright. Blessings, blessings, blessings." … [Read more...] about Deontay Wilder reveals he’s ‘trying to get back in the groove’ for mega boxing return as he meets UFC champ Ngannou