A new 750-place high school is to be built in Radcliffe after Bury Council’s planning committee unanimously passed proposals on Tuesday evening, which will see children from the town able to attend school there for the first time since 2014.
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The Simpsons has seemingly retired the long-running joke where Homer Simpson would strangle his son Bart.In the third episode of season 35 titled McMansion & Wife, which aired on October 22, Homer declares to Marge that he’s changed his ways when they visit their new neighbour, Thayer.As Homer introduces himself with a handshake, Thayer comments on his grip. “See Marge, strangling the boy paid off,” Homer responds. “Just kidding, I don’t do that anymore.
Times have changed.”The clip has since circulated online, with one user on X writing: “Took them long enough lmao.”I just found out that, after over 30 years, The Simpsons has finally retired their long-running gag of Homer strangling Bart. Took them long enough lmao pic.twitter.com/JuHyNu1eiK— Simon A. (Baby Lamb Creations) (@BabyLamb5) November 2, 2023Another added: “Homer strangling Bart had always been a sticking point in my love for The Simpsons.
I knew it was an old school cartoon gag and not an affirmation of child abuse, but I’m glad they got rid of it. Good on you, @HomerJSimpson, good on you.”Some however have questioned the decision. “Is it just me or is The Simpsons stopping Homer from strangling Bart a bit confusing.
It was a joke, but now I feel like all this time I’ve been watching Homer abuse his son. Before, it was just Tom and Jerry esque humour.”You can check out more reactions below.I mean, the last time Homer did it was at Season 31 so this isn't shocking. https://t.co/6RizAb9noX— Out of Context Simpsons Treehouse of Horror (@OOCCouchGags) November 5, 2023is it just me or is the simpsons stopping homer from strangling bart a bit ??? confusing.it was a joke, but now i feel like all this time ive been watching homer abuse his son.
A new 750-place high school is to be built in Radcliffe after Bury Council’s planning committee unanimously passed proposals on Tuesday evening, which will see children from the town able to attend school there for the first time since 2014.
Blondie’s Chris Stein has said that it’s “doubtful” he will play with the band again due to ongoing health issues.Stein has been absent from tours with Blondie over the last year, including a slot on the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury 2023. During the set, and the whole tour, Blondie were joined by former Sex Pistol Glen Matlock on bass.In April 2022, Stein explained his absence to fans, saying: “I’m sad and frustrated to report that I’m not going out with the next bunch of Blondie touring.
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Homer Simpson is not about to change his ways.
The Simpsons co-creator James L. Brooks has confirmed that Homer Simpson will continue to strangle Bart on the show.Earlier this month, the animated sitcom appeared to confirm it had retired the long-running joke, which saw Homer frequently strangle his son.The reveal was made in season 35 episode McMansion & Wife, in which Homer tells wife Marge that he’s changed his ways when visiting a new neighbour.However, Brooks has suggested to People that the gag will continue to run after all, saying: “Don’t think for a second we’re changing anything.”The producer then shared an illustration of Bart holding a smartphone as Homer strangles him, accompanied by the headline: “Simpsons: No more strangling.” Homer yells to his son: “Why you little clickbaiting-!!”Brooks added: “Nothing’s getting tamed.
Leo Barraclough International Features Editor Rise and Shine World Sales has acquired In-Soo Radstake’s “Selling a Colonial War,” which world premieres in the International Competition section of documentary festival IDFA in Amsterdam. “Selling a Colonial War” looks to encourage the Dutch government and society to accept responsibility for their actions as a colonial power in Indonesia – and especially their actions when fighting a war in Indonesia after the country declared independence in 1945. The Dutch government still refrains from using the term “war crimes” to describe their actions as this would have great impact on calls for reparation.
Tallulah Willis, the youngest daughter of iconic actor Bruce Willis, shared an emotional update on her father’s health. The star was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) earlier this year, a rare and aggressive cognitive disease that has posed significant challenges for the family.In a heartwarming conversation with Drew Barrymore, Tallulah bravely discussed her father’s condition, emphasizing the importance of awareness and the enduring power of love.Bruce Willis, known for his legendary roles in action-packed blockbusters and beloved films, is now facing an entirely different battle that doesn’t involve stunts or explosions but rather the gradual decline of his cognitive abilities.
Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Homer Simpson’s reported decision to stop strangling his son, Bart, has fans talking — at least on the Internet. That’s where everyone, of course, has an opinion.
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beloved animated series’ longest-running gags. “Times have changed,” Homer Simpson announces to wife Marge in Episode 3 of the current batch, referencing the portly patriarch’s penchant for strangling son Bart.Making its debut on Fox in late 1989, cartoonist Matt Groening’s groundbreaking show was controversial from the start — partly for the reoccuring scenes where a rage-filled Homer works out his frustration over Bart’s behavior by squeezing him tightly around the neck, causing the boy’s eyes to bulge out.Finally, in the recent episode, titled “McMansion & Wife,” the rotund — and apparently, reformed — lead character announces he’s moved on from the torturous tactic during a tête-à-tête with a new neighbor named Thayer, The Independent reported.When Homer goes to shake hands with Thayer, the man comments on his firm grip.
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swore allegiance to the Spanish Constitution as a symbolic commitment to her eventual succession as the reigning monarch of Spain. In front of a crowd of hundreds, she pledged “to faithfully carry out my duties, to keep and uphold the Constitution and the laws and respect the rights of citizens and the autonomous communities and loyalty to the king.” It was the same oath her father, King Felipe VI, uttered 37 years ago.The teenager dressed professionally for someone her age, in a white pantsuit and matching kitten heels.
died Saturday of an apparent drowning incident at his California home. He was 54.Law enforcement sources told TMZ that investigators ran a less-in-depth test on the actor that revealed he did not have fentanyl or meth in his system at the time of his death.More in-depth tests are currently being conducted as part of the toxicology, which can takes months to establish an official cause of death.Additionally, a cause of death was “deferred.”The Post has contacted the Los Angeles Police Department for comment.Sources told the outlet that prescription medications were found at the property, and will be part of the review, which is common practice.The Post confirmed that officials received a phone call reporting that the late actor was in his hot tub and not breathing.The caller’s identity has not been revealed by authorities, though TMZ reported it was Perry’s assistant, who made the call after returning to the home.LAPD Capt.
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the genius of Robin Williams, when he died in 2014, and they won’t question the genius of Perry, who died Oct. 28 at the too-young age of 54 — and created comedy gold for 10 years as a shining star in the “Friends” firmament along with Jennifer Aniston, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Courteney Cox and David Schwimmer.Perry was at the head of that supersized comedy class with his wisecracking Chandler Bing, one of the most indelible characters in television history.