Cheryl Cole has reportedly become a prime target for “jihadis” after visiting British troops in Afghanistan. The 28-year-old singer, was warned by UK-based radicals that she could now be legitimately targeted by “jihadis”, fighting a worldwide holy war against the West and her life is at risk, reported Daily Star.
Cole donned army fatigues during a visit to troops at Camp Bastion in Helmand province, which marked ten years of war against the Taliban.
“I always had admiration for what the guys do out here but seeing them here at work is awe-inspiring. I’m delighted to be here to recognise all the hard work they do. Every one of them is a hero in my book,” Cole said.
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1st printed depiction of Taj to go on sale
The first printed depiction of the Taj Mahal will be the centrepiece of Bonhams’ sale entitled “India and Beyond: Travel and Photography” here on October 4.
Estimated at £30,000-£35,000, it is included in a volume of aquatint views of India by William Hodges who travelled through the country in the 1780s executing drawings on the spot.
The Taj appears in the background of a view of the Fort of Agra suggesting that Hodges was more interested in the military installation than the building which in future generations came to symbolise eternal love. This is one of the most important books of aquatints of India.
The volume is part of an extensive collection of books, photographs and prints about India put together privately over 25 years which makes up the greater part of the sale.
— PTI