Mangaluru: Angelore Unit of Catholic Sabha Mangalore Pradesh (R) partnered with the Inter-Religious Dialogue Commission of the parish to organize an inter-religious volleyball tournament for men and a throw-ball competition for women on December 10, 2023.

The event was organised at Capitanio School ground and saw participation from thirteen volleyball teams and ten throw-ball teams representing the City and City Episcopal deaneries of the Mangalore Diocese.

Two noted sports personalities from the parish, Pradeep D’Souza and Raymond D’Souza, both renowned for their achievements on the international stage, were felicitated during the tournament.

The volleyball competition witnessed intense matches, culminating in Bondel Team A emerging victorious and claiming the championship trophy. The runners-up position was secured by Bondel Team B.

On the throw-ball court, the Bondel team once again showcased their prowess, securing the championship trophy. Vamanjoor earned the runners-up position.

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Beijing : Pizza Hut China has taken a bold step into culinary experimentation by introducing a limited-edition pizza topped with deep-fried bullfrog, a move that has garnered both curiosity and criticism online. The unconventional dish was first highlighted by global food trend expert David Henke, who shared a photo of the new menu item on X (formerly Twitter), noting the diverse protein preferences in different cultures.

The pizza, known as "Goblin Pizza," features a thick crust, red sauce, a layer of parsley, and a whole deep-fried bullfrog as the centerpiece. The frog's "eyes" are created with halved hard-boiled eggs, each topped with a black olive, making for a visually striking presentation. According to Korean news outlet Maeil Business Newspaper, the unusual offering is a collaboration with Dungeons and Dragons, inspired by a character from the game.

Details about the availability of this new creation are limited, with no specific information provided on Pizza Hut’s official website. However, the quirky menu item has already become a talking point on social media, drawing a mix of reactions ranging from shock to curiosity.

On Reddit, a photo of the pizza was shared, fueling further debate. Some users labeled the dish as “pure blasphemy,” while one user went so far as to say, “This pizza is a felony.” Another asked, “Why ruin a pizza like that?”

Not all feedback was negative; one commenter admitted that while the frog might be off-putting, they'd be more accepting if the pizza underneath was satisfactory. Another joked, "You can ribbet this right into the garbage."

Amidst the critique, there were voices of intrigue. One foodie defended the dish, saying, “Fried frog legs are so good! Maybe next time, shred the frog leg meat and add it to the pizza—that would be pretty good.”