More nude controversy for BC politicians Sep 22, 2008
In 2001, Liberal candidate and environmental activist Briony Penn grabbed international headlines for a nude horse ride as Lady Godiva to protest against logging on Saltspring Island. British Columbia has been a veritable hotbed of nude controversy this week. (CTV British Columbia)
Nude Skater Arrested at Construction Site Sep 21, 2008
Portland Police took a waterfront Lady Godiva down a notch this week. Barely. (Fox News)
'Jewel of Medina' controversy shocks Sep 20, 2008
She's kicking around the idea of writing her next book about Lady Godiva, the Anglo-Saxon noblewoman who rode naked through the streets of Coventry to protest the high taxes imposed by her husband on his tenants. Share this on. (CNN -- Showbiz)
What every stylish horse will be wearing Sep 5, 2008
Behold, the most exciting thing to happen to equestrian wear since Lady Godiva snubbed the entire industry. This week sees the launch of KP Equestrian, a new range of clothing and accessories for you and the horse in your life, created by none other than Nietzschean superwoman Jordan (real name Katie Price). (guardian.co.uk)
Former Montanan's Muhammad novel too controversial for print Aug 16, 2008
Lady Godiva, she said. I read that ride never happened. (Missoulian, MT)
Farming really gets their goats Aug 14, 2008
Gavin's goat, April, placed fourth in showmanship and fifth in production, and Jared's goat, Lady Godiva, placed fourth in showmanship and third in production. Sammy's goat, Onyx, placed second in showmanship and third in production, while Lukas's goat, Autumn, placed first in showmanship and first in production. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Overheard, out and about, Mrs. Grundy sees all, tells all Aug 9, 2008
Pressing on, the group came to Coventry, famous for its new, modern cathedral (the old was almost destroyed by German bombing in World War II) and its statue of Lady Godiva, who rode naked through the streets of Coventry on a dare to rescue its people from her husband's taxes. (Peeping Tom was the only one who peeped through his Venetian blinds. (Andalusia Star News, AL)
Moms decry child-care aid cuts Aug 8, 2008
Then he'll let the gardens go to seed and sell the statue he calls Lady Godiva. 8 is the new 7. (Yahoo News -- Child Welfare)
Volusia avoids tax increase Jul 18, 2008
In a June 19 letter, the commission's Orlando-based attorney, Paul Chipok, attributed the increase over the $97,000 earlier allotted partly to costs associated with litigation over the proposed Lady Godiva II project in Daytona Beach Shores. Neighbors sued after the commission -- which must sign off on proposed comprehensive plan changes -- reversed course on the controversial town house proposal. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Roses n’ Raspberries (June 20) Jun 20, 2008
We ll let our readers tee off on that one, but suggest that this wouldn t be an issue if people simply ignored her pitiful bid for attention and turned away, as in Lady Godiva s day. But because of modern-day peeping Toms, this probably won t work. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Gotta know when to hold 'em Jun 7, 2008
Seemed that a prominent eastern suburbs socialite, we'll call her Lady Godiva - she is still alive, and actually is a Lady - had been on a recent visit to the horse stud, and felt sorry for our Teaser ... Lady Godiva, you did a fine, fine thing, and all of mankind salutes you. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
A Compendium of English History May 26, 2008
In addition to the many tales of love affairs gone wrong there are tales that have taken on mythical status, such as the naked ride of Lady Godiva. With the auspicious heading of 5/11: England s First Terrorist , Lacey shares the story of Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot. (Suite101.com)
A full plate of music in the area this week Apr 11, 2008
- If you know the name Peter and Gordon but can't quite remember what songs the '60s British duo did: A World Without Love, I Go to Pieces, Lady Godiva, Woman and Knight in Rusty Armor. After the group broke up in 1968, Peter Asher went on to manage James Taylor and produce a number of albums, including all of Linda Ronstadt's biggest ones in the 1970s. (Florida Times-Union)
Tampa Condo 2 files for bankruptcy protection Mar 26, 2008
2 million to Amon Investments, Tampa 4 LLC and Lady Godiva 2 LLC. Tampa 4 also is a subsidiary of Amon Investments, according to state corporate records, while Lady Godiva 2 is a company managed by Mark Nagrani of New Smyrna Beach, who also is personally listed as an unsecured creditor owed $295,000. Tampa Condo 2 has another $7. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Vanity Fair's iconic images, from soulful to glossy Mar 15, 2008
ndchen, doing a Lady Godiva, her naked thighs gripping a white horse (Walter Chin, 1999). Terence Pepper, co-curator of the exhibition, analyzes in the catalogue the early 1920s combination of modernist design with a "literate voice, lively attitude and sharp wit.". (International Herald Tribune)
Great Tales from English History Feb 20, 2008
There follow a several chapters on pre-Norman conquest figures such as Lady Godiva, King Canute (famous for trying to turn back the waves), Venerable Bede and Caedmon, the first English poet. He also touches on the legend of King Arthur and the false belief that Jesus Christ might have walked upon British soil. (Suite101.com)
Gourmet Valentines Day Chocolate Jan 21, 2008
Named after Lady Godiva. Today, there are over 450 stores worldwide. (Suite101.com)
Sir Richard Branson tells Virgin Atlantic Jan 1, 2008
" You can read about this lovely society on the pages of Charles Dickens, Karl Marx, and Frederick Engels. One last point: how does the fact that the police are getting low wages obligate airline workers to accept low wages as well? I guess the schools are not teaching logical thinking these days.William, Long Beach, California, USAWell done RB, and stand by it ... Our country, and certainly those who have a job, is at the pinnacle of wealth .... look at how much we spend on luxuries of every... (Times Online)
Coming today: the wide-screen, touch-controlled iPod? Dec 22, 2007
The luxury Belgian chocolatier, which took its name from Lady Godiva to represent the sensuous appeal of its products, has been bought by the Turkish sweet maker Yildik. Consumer Goods. (Yahoo News -- Apple Computer)
Greyhound owners go nude for charity Dec 15, 2007
That's the club president's wife doing a Lady Godiva as she and her greyhound face the rising sun. Another woman enjoys a bike ride, one is fishing, another boating and one is having a tea party. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Shores development derailed Dec 10, 2007
The 3-acre site was first proposed by developer Lady Godiva Inc. as a six story, 106-unit condominium. County and city officials said they met and agreed on conditions that would allow 20 units per acre. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Putting on the Old Avoirdupois Dec 3, 2007
Consider Lady Godiva. At the bottom of the scale is, "She's certainly well-fed." Moving on, we encounter adjectives of degree: "Lady Godiva is getting a little plump." She was not only "ample," she was also "well-rounded." Lord Byron, for his part, was on the chunky side. (Human Events Online)
Nothing to hide Nov 26, 2007
"Was Lady Godiva a Christian or a Catholic?". "Stop right there young man.". (SunOnline)
Case of the Goofy Mascot Oct 25, 2007
Lady Godiva, indeed, had conveyed a political message by wearing no clothing at all. "But the picture and the few words imprinted on the Brandt T-shirt are no more expressive of an idea or opinion that the First Amendment might be thought to protect than a young child's talentless infantile drawing which Brandt's design successfully mimics. ..."The protesters in this case are privileged schoolchildren in a school that contains a majority of nonprivileged children. (Human Events Online)
Controversy after marathon leaders take short cut to success Oct 22, 2007
There was confusion at Coventry's Lady Godiva half-marathon when three of the race leaders took a wrong turning. Raymond Tonui, of Kenya, won the race in one hour, three minutes. (BBC News -- UK)
Bush Engagement Unites Two Political Clans Oct 3, 2007
Margaret Chase Hager, 66, the product of prep schools and Richmond's debutante culture, was raised by an almost mythic woman who -- as one of Henry Hager's first cousins remembers it -- rode sidesaddle on a white horse she called Lady Godiva, and never wore a pair of pants in her life. (Somehow, Good Families always have good legends. (CBS News)
Mad about streaking Aug 17, 2007
"Ever since the kindly Lady Godiva rode naked through the streets to help the people of Coventry, the British have had a soft spot for streakers," said the Independent, alongside a photo spread of top past streaking moments. These include the almost-iconic picture of 25-year-old Australian accountant Michael O'Brian bearded, arms held out by police and with a strategically-placed bobby's helmet at Twickenham rugby ground in 1974. (iAfrica.com)
* Serial streaker puts UK's urge to strip in the spotlight Aug 13, 2007
"Ever since the kindly Lady Godiva rode naked through the streets to help the people of Coventry, the British have had a soft spot for streakers," the Independent said, alongside a photo spread of top past streaking moments. These include the almost-iconic picture of 25-year-old Australian accountant Michael O'Brian -- bearded, arms held out by police and with a strategically placed bobby's helmet -- at Twickenham rugby ground in 1974. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Logging is so, like, yukky Aug 13, 2007
Briony Penn -- that's Dr. Briony Penn, scientist -- couldn't get anyone to notice clearcut logging on Saltspring until she did a Lady Godiva ride down Howe Street in 2001. Victoria would never have held its nose and marched down the sewage-treatment road had Mr. Floatie not shown up at every all-candidates meeting in a big brown turd suit. (Times Colonist)
Opening night nears for ‘Melody’ Jul 19, 2007
occasionally spends time with her father, Dr. Neal Haskell, in his laboratory "working with maggots and flies to determine the time of death of victims in murder cases. Her family also claims distant relations with the legendary Lady Godiva and former English Prime Minister Earl Grey. Amy Pfaff ("Bambi") once played the role of Liesl in The Sound of Music. "I leaned down to pick up the youngest Von Trapp and picked up my dress with her. I finished the song unknowingly flashing the entire... (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Activists urge Greens not to contest key riding Jul 15, 2007
The letter doesn't favour one of these candidates over the other -- but some of the dissidents, including Dauncey, are backing Penn, a well-known eco-activist who once portrayed Lady Godiva in a protest in downtown Vancouver. "She has the background and the experience to do a really good job," Dauncey said. (Vancouver Sun)
Ride A Cock Horse Jun 13, 2007
Lady Godiva is most well known for the legend concerning her naked ride through town on horseback ... After countless appeals to him, Lady Godiva s exasperated husband said he would relieve the taxes if she rode naked through the town. (Suite101.com)
• Glad You Asked: Transfering old film to disc; the origins of the term 'Peeping Tom'; electronic adapter tips; basketball superstitions Mar 19, 2007
A number of people wrote and called us to let us know the term "Peeping Tom" comes from the 11th Century legend of Lady Godiva, who rode through the town naked to protest excessive taxes enforced by her husband, an earl. During the ride, it was ordered that everyone go inside and close their blinds to respect Lady Godiva's privacy ... One town resident, Tom, allegedly peaked out at Lady Godiva and was struck blind. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Hillary's No Lady Godiva Mar 14, 2007
HILLARY'S NO LADY GODIVA - Pagesix - New York Post Online Edition ... HILLARY'S NO LADY GODIVA ... Hillary Clinton like Lady Godiva, the Anglo-Saxon noblewoman who rode naked through the streets of Coventry, England, in the 11th century. (New York Post -- Gossip)
- Celluloid ceiling? Female film directors talk Mar 4, 2007
Now 21, she has just made a feature film about Lady Godiva ... It wasn't an issue for me when we were filming Lady Godiva ... Career highlights Made her first film aged seven; more recently, blew a 20,000 bank loan in one night on a dinner for 50 potential investors which secured her seven backers for her debut feature, Lady Godiva. (Guardian Unlimited)
Arts Scene: 02/01/07 Feb 3, 2007
Thank goodness for the spirit of Lady Godiva, the legendary art fan and noblewoman who brokered a deal with her husband in the 11th century. She wanted taxes cut so that peasants could partake in the arts, but he wanted money for waterworks. (Anchorage Daily News)
Keep an eye on the potatoes – they're on a mission creep Jan 15, 2007
I m a racing car passing by like Lady Godiva maybe salt and pepper. On the other hand, both mind and body are discombobulated by every aspect of the ludicrous Lamb With Moroccan Spices crisp. (TimesOnline)
Wonders of Wilmington Abound Pt 1 Jan 15, 2007
Like the artist who always kept her bags packed or the daughter-in-law related to Lady Godiva. Just as grand is the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA. Moored across the Cape Fear river, she is dedicated to the memory of the 10,000 men and women of the state who perished during WWII. Heavily active in the Pacific theatre she was slated for the junkyard when in the early 60 s school childen state-wide raised the money to bring her home. (Suite101.com)
