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Communist connection: Victoria Beckham is descendant of Marx comrade
Victoria Beckham is a descendant of a 19th century German communist who was close to Karl Marx.
Apparently, Beckham is the great-great-great-granddaughter of revolutionary and artist Carl Heinrich Pfaender, said German historian Hans Mueller.
Pfaender took part in the failed revolution of 1848 and was forced to flee to London where he worked as a miniaturist and painter to make ends meet. "He certainly didn't get rich doing it," Mueller said. "His wife was buried in a pauper's grave."
The historian was astonished to discover the link between a pioneer of the workers' movement and the pop star. He contacted Beckham's mother, Jacqueline, who confirmed his findings and promised to tell her daughter about the genealogical news. Victoria Beckham is a descendant of a 19th century German communist who was close to Karl Marx. ... more -
Shot in the Dark - Beckham condom brand
The biggest selling condom brand in China? Why, that would be the ones with David Beckhams name on them, that claim users will “score in the bedroom like Becks does on the pitch.”
So many images of Chinese men trying to get it in the box from 70 yards. The biggest selling condom brand in China? Why, that would be the ones with David Beckhams name on them, that claim users will “score ... more -
Pop Waffle Vol. 20: Oh, that Jesse Jackson!
for the week of 7.20.08
Another round of This is the new That.
My Dad weighs in on the whole A-Rod/Madonna/Lenny Kravitz fiasco.
And how could Heidi and Spencer be worth 3 million?
All this and more in this week's Pop Waffle!
music: Left Behind by CSS for the week of 7.20.08 Another round of This is the new That. My Dad weighs in on the whole A-Rod/Madonna/Lenny Kravitz fiasco. ... more -
La vita dei Beckham diventa un musical?!
Il mondo è pronto per una versione in musica della vita di Victoria Beckham e del suo David Beckham? Forse no, ma una compagnia teatrale di Dublino sicuramente si!
MacBecks, dovrebbe chiamarsi così, la commedia ispirata alla vita dei Beckham che dovrebbe addirittura prendere spunto dalle opere di William Shakespeare. Il mondo è pronto per una versione in musica della vita di Victoria Beckham e del suo David Beckham? Forse no, ma una compagnia teatra... more -
Victoria Beckham @ CFDA Fashion Awards 2008
Here was Victoria Beckham flying the fashion flag for Britain at CFDA Fashion Awards in New York - arriving with Marc Jacobs, whose creation she was wearing.The Council of Fashion Designers of America handed out its annual awards. The event is like the Oscars of fashion! She’s gorgeous, she even has a little smile, that softens her and makes her look so nice. Here was Victoria Beckham flying the fashion flag for Britain at CFDA Fashion Awards in New York - arriving with Marc Jacobs, whose cr... more
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My friend 'rough rider' 'meets' famous people
Rough rider likes to get about, here he meets alot of well known faces and was even sent back
through time once to change the course of history. That rough rider ey! Rough rider likes to get about, here he meets alot of well known faces and was even sent back ... more -
Alternative Christmas message by England boss Fabio Capello
New England football boss Cappello enlightens the English fans with a festive message!
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Mayweather beats Hatton & happy guitar man wins £450!
Watching big fight at dudes house, he sticks £10 bet on Mayweather 10th round win & pockets £450!
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England Croatia Euro 2008 Flop: John the train mans banter at Wembley cheered me u...
Hanging out with slightly lubed John a man who tells me of his woes and sheema's assets, his banter is the sex.
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England Croatia disaster...bye bye Mclaren
It all looked so good at 2-2, thought we were going to win it from there. Bye bye Steve Mclaren!
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England Russia trip at Wembley 2007
A visit to Wembley stadium for the European Championships 2008 qualifying match V the Russians, a bit of post match pub action too.
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Cat plays football with ball he got out kitty cracker!
Ginger Ronaldinho but better looking
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Beckham seeks more than 100 caps
David Beckham described the prospect of winning his 100th cap against France on Wednesday as "an honour" but insisted he does not want to stop there.
The 32-year-old was left out of coach Fabio Capello's first squad last month but is now set to reach his milestone.
Beckham made it clear he has no plans to retire from international football.
"It is not about 'have your 100th game and then retire'. It is about carrying on trying to play well for my country," said the LA Galaxy midfielder.
"I never thought a year ago or two years ago that I would make 95 caps, never mind 100.
"I'm honoured that I'm making, hopefully, my 100th appearance in an England shirt but I'm also honoured to be doing it against one of the best teams in the world.
"But as much as I'm honoured to be here I want it to carry on." David Beckham described the prospect of winning his 100th cap against France on Wednesday as "an honour" but insisted he doe... more -
David Beckham trains with Arsenal
Beckham has begun training with Arsenal to maintain his fitness during the off-season break in America. Strange to see him wearing Arsenal gear... Beckham has begun training with Arsenal to maintain his fitness during the off-season break in America. Strange to see him wearing Ar... more
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Romeo Beckham to follow in mother's footsteps...
David Beckham said on 'This Morning' that he hopes his first son, Romeo, will follow Victoria's footsteps into the World of Pop Music. I'm all for walking before you can run, but surely he won't even break into a brisk walk if he's following in his Mum's footsteps... David Beckham said on 'This Morning' that he hopes his first son, Romeo, will follow Victoria's footsteps into the Worl... more
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Humbled England Fires Coach
LONDON, Nov. 22 (AP) England has the wealthiest soccer league in the world, with matches shown across the globe and business tycoons from the United States, Russia and Asia lining up to own the clubs.
So why cant England put 11 Englishmen on the field to succeed at the international level?
Steve McClaren became the latest coach to pay the price Thursday; he was fired after England failed to qualify for the 2008 European Championship, losing by 3-2 to visiting Croatia on Wednesday when a tie would have meant qualification. LONDON, Nov. 22 (AP) England has the wealthiest soccer league in the world, with matches shown across the globe and business tycoons... more -
Croatian Catastrophe! England fail to qualify for Euro 2008
England failed to qualify for the Euro 2008 championship after a shocking performance at Wembley. A shock inclusion for goalkeeper Scott Carson over Paul Robinson must've been a lot for the debut keeper to take in, and unfortunately it showed; with his performance proving McClaren's team selection to be anything but shocking.
Carson let two soft goals in which meant England were never in control of the game. Frank Lampard brought it back to 2-1 with a penalty after Jermaine Defoe was fouled in the area, the second came from a beautiful chest and volley from Peter Crouch. Croatian player Petric sealed England's fate in the last quarter of the game.
With all the press McClaren has been receiving it's bound to cost him his job as England manager and after such a dismal display, he can have few complaints.
So, what are your views on the game and McClaren's choice of players?
Should he have played Robinson and Beckham and should he maintain his role of England's manager?? England failed to qualify for the Euro 2008 championship after a shocking performance at Wembley. A shock inclusion for goalkeeper Sco... more -
England vs. Croatia: Beckham & Robinson Dropped
With big games come big decisions, and England's manager Steve McClaren has made two momentous ones ahead of tonight's decisive clash with Croatia.
If Croatia win, England are out of Euro 2008 and despite his incredible ability to evade the sack so far, Steve McClaren's international career will be over.
In a bid to ensure England qualify, McClaren's made the risky decision to drop David Beckham from the starting line up, and the not-so-risky decision to replace goalie Paul Robinson with Villa and England Under-21's keeper Scott Carson. The link above covers the summaries of what the UK papers are saying.
There's not long to wait so see if he's made the right call but leave a comment and let us know what you think about McClaren's call and England's chances tonight. With big games come big decisions, and England's manager Steve McClaren has made two momentous ones ahead of tonight's decis... more -
Beckham History
For those of you who don't know who this Beckham guy is, here is a little article that touches on where this guy is coming from. Galaxy awaaaaaaay! For those of you who don't know who this Beckham guy is, here is a little article that touches on where this guy is coming from. ... more
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David Beckham Debut ESPN Spot
Its official. Beckham has arrived. This is also on todays Virals.
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