Pic of the Day (above)
British Prime Minister David Cameron chats with the Governor of Karnataka, Dr. Hans Raj Bharadwaj in Bangalore, India. The PM is on a two day visit to show that Britain is committed to boosting economic exchanges with India. Big head Gandhi statue however, does not appear impressed.
Mood Swingometer
Today JOE has been feeling…hairy.
Does your entire body resemble Robin Williams’ arms, covered in wild, unkempt grizzly mounds of hair? Are you looking for a safe, secure way to tame your bear-like torso? Luckily JOE feels your pain, and we’ve helpfully provided our guide to hair removal treatments, all of which should have you looking like a Twilight cast member in no time at all.
Tonight’s Telly
Pick of the night: The Men Who Jump Off Buildings, Channel 4, 9.00pm.
Cutting edge explores the extreme sport of Base-jumping tonight, chronicling the stories of Brits Dan Witchalls and Ian Ritchardson, two prominent members of the Base-jumping community, as they explains what drives them to risk their lives in each jump. For thse of you that don’t drink your Pepsi Max or live life to the max, Base-jumping involves diving off tall buildings and releasing your parachute seconds before impact. Expect some thrilling footage tonight.
Movie pick: 28 Days Later, Film4 10:50pm
Cillian Murphy wakes up from a coma to find London has been transformed by a terrifying incurable virus, which has turned the English capital’s inhabitants into a homicidal rage. Banding together with a group of survivors, he heads off for the last known safe outpost in Britain – Manchester. Oscar-winning director Danny Boyle (Slumdog Millionaire, Trainspotting) produces another must-see flick with one of the best ‘zombie’ movies in decades. Essential viewing for horror fans.
Live Like JOE
Move to South Korea
Why not? JOE contributor Rodney Farry has produced his experiences from living in the ‘Ireland of Asia’ (due to the North/South divide) and shows that despite silly preconceptions of dog-eating and heavy-drinking, South Korea is actually a very liberal, beautiful country, as many Irish graduate are discovering. Have a look at Rodney’s first-hand account of the do’s and don’ts of emigrating to the Korean Republic.
