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  1. On 25/03/2024 at 20:54, ladyfiona said:

    Random question. Why is Captain Chorizo's hits underlined?

     

    Fucked if I know. 

     

    I copy and paste off the Word document I use for the scoreboard, and for some reason random bits get underlined. I don't know enough to figure out why, or care enough to change it. 


  2. As next week marks the end of the first quarter, I will do a full google search of all the names to see what deaths we may have missed. To make life a little easier on myself, here is an update with what I have got so far.

     

    February 19th: Roland Bertin

    February 21st: Abdul Taib Mahmud

    February 28th: Nikolai Ryzhkov

    February 29th: Paul Vachon

    March 1st: Iris Apfel

    March 2nd: John Okafor

    March 3rd: Eleanor Collins

    March 4th: Joe Shannon

    March 5th: Solihin GP

    March 11th: Charlie Bird

    March 11th: Malachy McCourt

    March 13th: Phillipe De Gaulle

    March 18th: Thomas P. Stafford

    March 22nd: Laurent De Brunhoff

     

    And so we have a brand new podium, with @RadGuyhaving an Irish double of Bird and Shannon to take the lead. @gcreptileis in a familiar position near the top with  a Vachon/Stafford double, while @arghtongoes one better with 3 hits in this update to move up into 3rd. 

    4 players have lifted themselves of the foot of the table as @Dying Probably, @GuyFromFuture , @Wormfarmer and @YorkshireBankerall get their first hits of the game, with Wormfarmer following up with a second hit to move into 8th. 9 players have still not bothered to take to the track yet, including twice champion @Death Impendsand also @chelwhose entire team could be lying decomposing in labs across Russia without anyone actually realising that they died months ago.

     

    Here is the top-10. Full scoreboard on page one. Full update next week. 

     

    The RadGuy (251 points) 6 hits

    [Brian Barczyk, Charlie Bird, Franz Beckenbauer, Joe Shannon, Jonnie Irwin*, Toby Keith]

    Gcreptile (198 points) 5 hits

    [Franz Beckenbauer, Jason Smith, Jonnie Irwin, Paul Vachon, Thomas Stafford]

    Arghton (190 points) 4 hits

    [Abdul Taib Mahmud, Jaako Valtanen, Paul Vachon, Solihin GP]

    Toast (186 points) 4 hits

    [Dave Myers*, Glynis Johns, Jonnie Irwin, Toby Keith]

    Captain Chorizo (183 points) 4 hits

    [Glynis Johns, Paul Vachon, Philip De Gaulle, Roland Bertin]

    GrimUpNorth (185 points) 5 hits

    [Dave Myers, Derek Draper, Jason Smith, Jonnie Irwin*, Toby Keith]

    Prophet (156 points) 3 hits

    [Jonnie Irwin, Malachy McCourt, Stan Bowles]

    Wormfarmer (132 points) 2 hits

    [Iris Apfel, Phillipe De Gaulle]

    John Key (131 points) 3 hits

    [Derek Draper, Joe Shannon, Jonnie Irwin]

    WEP (126 points) 3 hits

    [Charlie Bird, Jason Smith, Jonnie Irwin]

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

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  3. 5 minutes ago, Toast said:

    Checking with the OED, it does seem that, strictly speaking, Millwall is right and the term is not confined to sexual abuse of children. 

    My impression is that it's acquired a more specific meaning over time.   Unlike 'paedophile' which is being used indiscriminately now.

     

    My understanding, and I may be completely wrong on this, was that the term "nonce" is now taken to mean a paedophile. Or at very least someone who shags/abuses people under the age of consent. 

    However, there is no evidence that Stagg had anything to do with underage kids. In fact, when he was questioned by the Gardai, the man in the car with him was in his twenties.

    Irish minister set to survive scandal | The Independent | The Independent

     


  4. On 21/03/2024 at 23:36, millwall32 said:

    Just read his obit.

    Seems to have the rare double-distinction of being a nonce with an IRA brother who had to be buried three separate times.

     

    I think you need to learn to read more carefully.

     

    Emmet Stagg was many things, but there is absolutely no evidence that he was a "nonce", at least not by my understanding of the word.

     

    For those who haven't read about him, the scandal surrounding him was that he was questioned by Gardai after being discovered loitering in an area of the Phoenix Park known to be frequented by male prostitutes. That was it. He was not arrested and was not charged with, much less convicted of, any crime. 

    One could charitably invoke the "innocent until proven guilty" principle, and say that he was just out enjoying a late-night stroll in a public park, which everyone is free to do. However, even if you assume that he was attempting to pick up a prostitute, that does not make him a nonce, as @Toastwould no doubt be happy to explain to you.

     

    From my memory of the event,  there was a reasonable amount of righteous indignation form the usual sources, and a fair amount of snickering amusement. However, there was also quite a lot of sympathy for Stagg, as the Gardai leaked his name to the press despite him not having actually done anything illegal, something which they have a nasty little habit of doing. 

     

     

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  5. 4 hours ago, The Old Crem said:

    Former Labour TD and Minister of State Emmet Stagg has died aged 79.

     

    As a mark of respect, all of the Phoenix Park rent-boys will be at half mast tonight. 

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  6. 9 hours ago, The Old Crem said:

     

     

    Wait a minute!

     

    Are you telling me that photos are sometimes altered before publication to make the people in them look slightly better?

     

    Well fuck me sideways!!

     

     

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  7. 35 minutes ago, TQR said:

    Seems to be an increasing theme of smokers wanting to quit and ex-smokers craving a cig (I do a bit, for the first time since stopping). Must be the dreary time of year.

     

    I quit about 25 years ago after smoking for only about 7 years (started as teenager, quit when I left Uni). Even now, there is the odd day when I crave a smoke, usually after dinner. Those days have become rarer as the years went on, but they occasionally still happen. 

     

    Sorry - I know that's not helpful :(

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  8. 3 minutes ago, YoungWillz said:

    I'm fairly fit for my age and have done nothing to deserve it. The ciggies are taking their toll though, I'm considering a severe cut down.

     

     

    Best of luck with that. Hopefully a cut-down to zero. Never too late to quit.

     

    My mother-in-law is currently going through the horrors of lung cancer caused by years of smoking. Wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. (Or indeed my mother-in-law!)

     

    Lost a close cousin last year to lung cancer, also caused by smoking. Only in his late 40's. He left behind 3 orphaned kids. 

     

    So do try quitting - it would be nice to have an OldWillz around here some day, 

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  9. 23 minutes ago, BonScott said:


    According to the Daily Mail he collapsed and died while jogging so that would suggest a cardiac issue 

     

    https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13169137/BBC-Scotland-presenter-Nick-Sheridan-32-collapsed-running-dying-family-tributes-pour-talented-vivacious-star.html

     

     

    All joking aside, something similar happened to a relative of mine a few years back. Young fit man, early 20's, did a lot of running. Decent athlete by all accounts. Went out for a gentle run one day, came home, sat down in an armchair and dropped dead. Absolutely true story.

     

    Well when I say a few years back, it was my great-uncle in 1946. I don't think it was Covid vaccine related.

     

    My mother still gets nervous now when I go out for a jog - she is convinced I am going to keel over one day. 

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  10. 2 hours ago, YoungWillz said:

    My brother decided it would be a good idea to get an air fryer, especially as they are clubcard discounted at Tesco.

     

    So he's delivered it today. Tbh, I'm terrified of the thing, but it will take some getting used to. Any tips?

     

    The important thing to know about an air-fryer is that at the end of the day, it is just an oven. A smaller and more fashionable oven admittedly, but an oven none the less. 

     

    Turn it on. Put your food in. Take it out when it is done. 

     

    You are welcome. 

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  11. 1 hour ago, Surprise Demise said:

     

    Was at the barbers today

     

    40 minutes ago, An Fear Beag said:

     

    That's interesting. I know of at least 5 people under the age of 50 who have died within 6 months of getting a haircut. And still the barbers insist that it is a "coincidence". Grow it long, folks, it's the only safe option. 

     

    Could I suggest that maybe you change your user name to "Expected Demise". You're probably fucked mate!

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  12. 1 hour ago, Surprise Demise said:

     

    Was at the barbers today when they found out he had died - apparently he had been in only two weeks ago for a cut

     

    That's interesting. I know of at least 5 people under the age of 50 who have died within 6 months of getting a haircut. And still the barbers insist that it is a "coincidence". Grow it long, folks, it's the only safe option. 

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  13. 4 hours ago, The Immortal said:

    All 3 of Kate's pregnancies had health complications (hyperemesis) and the doctors must have recommended getting a hysterectomy done.

     

    I have no idea what her medical issues are, and care even less. I also have no idea what issues she had with her pregnancies. It may well be that she has had a hysterectomy for any one of a number of different reasons. If so, best of luck to her, I hope everything works out well.

     

    However, the idea that a hysterectomy would be performed because of hyperemesis in a previous pregnancy, is bollocks. Hyperemesis in pregnancy is relatively easily treated. Some IV fluids +/- anti-emetics will usually do the trick. It is also easily prevented- don't get pregnant! There are a lot of different ways of doing that, none of which involve a hysterectomy.

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  14. 10 hours ago, max_bossetti said:

    Nice team @An Fear Beag, it's gonna be a tough match. Good luck!

    P.S. I just realized I misspelled Wayne Eddy...:facepalm:

    Thanks - I reckon you are favourite in this match, but who knows. I have a good few picks who will either be dead in a week or they will be a completely wasted pick. Most of your guys are definitely dying soon - only question is whether it will be this month or not. Could be a good game.

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  15. Last day of the month, so time for an update I reckon. The start of the month was suspiciously quiet, so there is a chance I have missed out on some obscure hits. As always, feel free to point out any deaths I have missed. This is what I can see:

     

    5th February: Dries Van Agt

    21st February: John Savident

    21st February: Micheline Presle

    23rd February: Manohar Joshi

    23rd February: Wilson Fittipaldi

    24th February: Stan Bowles

    28th February: Dave Myers

     

    And so we have a new leader. The late hit of Dave Myers has elevated @Toastto the top of the pile, but at the cost of the Joker. @Grim Up Northrelinquishes the lead but still sits very close by in second, with @drolmaking up the top 3. @CalebHand @Bibliogryphonget their first hits of the game to enter the race proper, leaving a whopping 13 players still to venture out onto the course. Top 10 is as follows, full scoreboard is on Page 1.

     

    Toast (186 points) 4 hits

    [Dave Myers*, Glynis Johns, Jonnie Irwin, Toby Keith]

    GrimUpNorth (185 points) 5 hits

    [Dave Myers, Derek Draper, Jason Smith, Jonnie Irwin*, Toby Keith]

    Drol (124 points) 4 hits

    [Jonnie Irwin, Mario Zagallo, Manohar Joshi, Toby Keith]

    The Immortal (123 points) 3 hits

    [Dries Van Agt, Toby Keith, Wilson Fittipaldi]

    Salmon Mousse (123 points) 4 hits

    [Dave Myers, Jason Smith, Jonnie Irwin, Roy Battersby]

    The RadGuy (118 points) 4 hits

    [Brian Barczyk, Franz Beckenbauer, Jonnie Irwin*, Toby Keith]

    Funeralopolis (94 points) 3 hits

    [Dave Myers, Derek Draper, Jonnie Irwin]

    Prophet (86 points) 2 hits

    [Jonnie Irwin, Stan Bowles]

    CalebH (86 points) 2 hits

    [Dries Van Agt, Micheline Presle]

    Etushispushingupdaisies (81 points) 4 hits

    [Derek Draper*, Franz Beckenbauer, Jonnie Irwin, Toby Keith]

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  16. On 05/02/2024 at 08:20, An Fear Beag said:

    (Sorry @Dying Probably - I'n not giving you much chance of a comeback - in fact I reckon a squonking could be on the cards:()

     

    Sadly, it looks like I called this one right.

    Getting nervous about my match now. Can't find many good names out there and a couple of interesting ones from earlier in the week have not made it to the start line (Quelle surprise!)


  17. On 09/02/2024 at 14:16, Grim Up North said:


    (And I still think this should more correctly be the Tortoise’s Death Pool but years of history etc)

     

    I did consider changing the name of the pool when I took over, but I decided against it for two reasons. 

     

    Firstly because this is what it has been called from day 1, and is known to all and sundry as the Hares pool, so I didn't feel it would be right to change it at this stage.

     

    And secondly because I have never liked the Tortoise in that story. Smug little talentless bastard. "Slow and steady wins the race". No it doesn't - fast and strong and not being a obnoxious prick like the Hare wins the race. You just got lucky, you slow horrible shelly fucker, so pipe down, take your "win" and piss off. 

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  18. 1 hour ago, MortalCaso said:

    Death is inevitable. I don't see a problem with a person deciding how it happens.

     

    There are enough people who decide to live without preventing though who wish to die. 

     

    As I said, ordinarily I would be in absolute agreement with you. But a case like this makes you realise that , as with most things in life, it is not a black and white issue. Lots of horrible shades of grey.

    I don't know why it should seem worse that a person would choose to end their life because of mental health problems, rather than because of incurable cancer or any other disease. But deep down, for some reason, it just does feel worse. Maybe its because we (I?) have the idea that mental health problems should be treatable/manageable, while accepting the fact that cancer or many other diseases very often are not. I really don't know. I have very little knowledge or experience of mental health problems, so I am going to shut up about it now. 

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  19. 6 hours ago, Toast said:

    I have always thought that if someone wants to end their life, it is a matter for them and them only.

    Ordinarily, I would agree with you 100%. I am a firm believer in a persons right to euthanasia. But, fuck me, a tragic case like this would definitely cause me to at least question that belief. Something about just feels not quite right. I suppose it comes down to the idea that people have the right to choose to end their life, but can you make a rational choice if you are suffering from depression or other mental illness.

    I really don't know how I feel about it- it just so terribly sad.

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  20. On 21/02/2024 at 20:51, TQR said:

     

    It's a well known fact that to be a DL member, you must be Scottish, LGBT+ and/or neurodivergent. 

     

    Or a cunt. Don't forget the cunts. A very important subsection of the membership. 

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  21. 1 hour ago, Puma85 said:

    Carter is a big outlier. According to this expert average timespan was 60-70 days but he has exceeded 1 year in hospice care.

     

    A lot depends on when exactly the person goes into hospice care.

     

    If they go in a week before my Cup team is due in, the average life expectancy is 5-6 days, generally croaking it on the last day of the month, and thus bringing one of my crap subs into play.

     

    If they enter the hospice on the last day of the month, thus becoming a sneaky Cup pick, then they will live at least one month, and usually 2-3, or as long as it takes for me to be knocked out:angry:

     

     

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  22. 10 hours ago, Youth in Asia said:

     

    He looks less alive than Shane McGowan did a few weeks before he died.

     

    He looks less alive than Shane McGowan did a few weeks AFTER he died!

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