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"Orgasm A Day" Campaign Directed At British Schoolchildren Sparks Controversy

Jul. 12, 2009
The National Health Service of Britain has sparked controversy with their controversial sex education campaign promoting an orgasm a day: A National Health Service leaflet is advising school pupils that they have a "right" to an enjoyable sex life and that regular intercourse can be...
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Memorial Day Ceremonies on the Intrepid Sea Air & Space Museum in New York
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American Military Service members and Veterans hold a 100 foot wide U.S. Flag for Memorial Day ceremonies at the Intrepid Sea Air & Space Museum in New York City on May 28, 2012. UPI/John Angelillo