Bird Flu Transfers To Cartoon Ducks ; Cartoon Network To Be Slaughtered

In a story which changes minute by minute this Monday lunchtime, we can reveal the case of bird flu discovered in EAstern England has spread. The latest victims are believed to be Huey, Dewey and Louie from the popular Disney Ducktales cartoon family.

There are unconfirmed reports that their Grand-Uncle, Scrooge McDuck is in isolation to prevent cross contamination.

Daffy Duck and Count Duckula were uncontactable this lunchtime.

The Truthiness Blog Says ; Things have gone quackers!

We shall stay on this story for you, bringing feather-by-feather coverage.

PM Catches Bird Flu ; Starts Thinking He's A Weatherman. Chickens Think They're The PM

With the announcement this morning that the fatal form of bird flu, strain H5N1 ( with medical officials saying that the previous strain, N4N1 being called SO last season), the first human in the UK to catch and exhibit symptoms has been revealed.

The first UK effected citizen is that famous face, the Prime Minister, Tony Blair.

Addressing recent controversey about the 'Cash for Peerages' police investigation, the Prime Minister made reference to periods of 'storm' and 'calm'.

Medical experts say the PM is showing symptoms showing he thinks he's a weather forecaster.

Rumours that some officials have commented that they don't need the Prime Minister to tell them when it's peeing down remain unconfirmed this lunchtime.

The Truthiness Blog Says; It's freezing out there, so do wrap up!