Harmless “Osama Bin Laden” Yeti Killed By US Forces

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By Mark Ewbie

From our local reporter in Islamabad, Pakistan.

In shocking scenes today a Yeti was trapped and slaughtered by crazed American troops.

Witnesses reported hearing gunfire and smoke could be seen rising from where the Yeti had made its simple twenty five room home.

Amid general mayhem the poor dead creature was dragged into a helicopter bound for the Guantanamo Medical Institute and DayCare center (reopened under new management).

Local people threw shoes and rice at the troops but they were powerless to stop the slaughter.

“Poor thing’s lived here for years” said one local who did not wish to be named.

Obviously he didn’t say it in English but we have access to a translator.

President Osama Bin Failin (no relation), explained later that they only meant to tranquilise it - but a rookie veterinary technician had used a rocket propelled grenade instead of a dart.

The Yeti, nicknamed Osama Bin Laden by locals, was believed to be the last one living outside captivity. It is a protected species in Pakistan. The local council is believed to be drafting a letter of complaint or Fatwa in response to this event.

As a mark of respect the district Taliban Playmate of the Month competition has been cancelled.

Too Late to Save the Yeti
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Too Late to Save the Yeti
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Yeti Facts

The Yeti used to be a fairly common creature in parts of the world although its habitat has come under threat in recent years.

It lives by making inflammatory speeches and receiving donations from well wishers from countries as disparate as Saudi Arabia, Iran and Afghanistan.

Yetis are generally placid creatures, much given to reading holy writings. Unfortunately, because many of them, well all of them, can’t read or understand the teachings they can become enraged.

It is for this reason that they have been gradually herded back into small areas where they can be monitored and kept away from people who want their female children to attend schools or simply have a life of some sort.

It is said that if you cut the head off a Yeti another ten will grow in its place, but as yet there are no reports of this happening to the Osama Yeti.

British Troops were not involved...
British Troops were not involved...
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Can Layoffs Be Expected?

An entire industry has been established over recent years to monitor and control anyone who associated with the Yeti.

Now that the Yeti is dead - what is the future for those public employees and private contractors?

Quite bright apparently. Although the Yeti is gone, there are many other dangerous animals to worry about.

The Mad Camel of Libya is rumoured to be high on the list as well as the frankly bonkers troop of Burmese Monkeys.

So if you thought removal of the Yeti means you are safe then think again. That at least will be the message pumped out 24/7 by the industry who specialise in protecting us.

We are however expecting to remain on friendly terms with the Saudi Cabaret and Drag Artist Collective for the foreseeable future.

Conclusion

That concludes our report from Islamabad.

Please don't confuse this article with the thousands of other internet pages being pumped out on this subject. Although not officially affiliated with any recognised trade body we aim for the highest standards possible while under the influence of class A narcotics.

Our crap (ed: crack?) team of a single reporter remains dedicated to scraping a few facts off the internet and bringing them to you – lunchtimes permitting.

We are hearing rumours of another Yeti being sighted, so stay tuned.

Virgins May Be Provided
Virgins May Be Provided
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Funeral Arrangements

A short service will be held at The Mecca Bar and Grill on Saturday at 11:00am. Virgins will be provided subject to availability.

Due to current legislation regarding bonfires it will not be possible to build a funeral pyre in the city center. The body will be tipped off the end of the pier to close the ceremony. No photography please.

Flowers can be sent to the Al Qaeda Flying School and Drop In Center.

The settlement and final solution (ed: distribution?) of the estate is expected to take place over the next few years.

Waiting...
Waiting...
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CASE1WORKER Level 6 Commenter 12 months ago

oh dear Mark, you'll be havin round the clock police protection soon! ( prime time tely eh) kep it up

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Mark Ewbie Hub Author 12 months ago

Hi Case. Too much? I thought it would help move on from the emotional roller coaster of the Royal Wedding.

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Twilight Lawns Level 7 Commenter 12 months ago

Well, there's obviously going to be a fatwa from some of our more irritated reactionaries, but what do Buddhists do to their enemies? Bore them to death with pulses, meditations and scriptures?

Interestingly enough, my best friend's brother lives only a five minute walk from the camp; in Abbotabad, Pakistan.

Me getting serious for once, that pile of filth (bin Laden) organised and authorised several bombings per week in Pakistan; killing dozens to hundreds of innocent Muslims at every strike.

My friend's mother now has a chance of stepping out of her door to go to the market without running the risk of being blown up.

He, bin Laden, was a clever swine (I use this word carefully), living near the Military Academy... that area is relatively safe, as no one defecates (!) on his own doorstep.

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Mark Ewbie Hub Author 12 months ago

Hi Twilight, ultimately it is the poor civilians that suffer in all these conflicts. My 'speciality' might be the Irish troubles and events like the Omagh bombing. But I won't go on about the world politics involved in that one re funding and weapon supply.

Interesting to hear about your brother and Osama's local efforts. Of course we don't usually report the atrocities outside our sphere of interest.

It's a bad world, and one less bad man helps I suppose. I hope Pakistan keeps it together in the wake of this.

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Motown2Chitown Level 5 Commenter 12 months ago

Heavens to Betsy, Mark! If I could have pushed the funny button thirty times, I'd have done so! This is hysterical! You are a bold, bold man, Mark Ewbie (whoever you are). I love, love, love it. Hubby and I prayed last night that this will mean the end of the war in Afghanistan and that troops will begin to return home, but as you pointed out - there's always something.

Too cute, too funny, and way to make things a little easier to digest.

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Mark Ewbie Hub Author 12 months ago

Phew. I am relieved, and thank you Motown. I aimed for funny and fair as much as possible, but in the end it's bound to upset some people. So I just went for it, and am watching to see how many followers I lose.

I hope the troops can come home, and that people across the world could do more talking instead of fighting.

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Lady Wordsmith Level 4 Commenter 12 months ago

This is funny :D Very well observed and interpreted. I don't think you'll lose too many followers, as most people followed you knowing that you pull no punches, surely?

More talking, less fighting, I agree.

Linda.

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Mark Ewbie Hub Author 12 months ago

Thanks Linda, I was worrying too much, sensitive topics and all that. But I aimed for funny rather than trying to score any 'important' political points - maybe some other time...

Thanks again.

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chamilj Level 4 Commenter 12 months ago

I can understand how USA people feel now with the death of Bin Laden. We Sri Lankan also had this kind of situation in May 2009.

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Sun Pen 50 Level 1 Commenter 12 months ago

Some time back, maybe two years back a tiger that ate more than 50,000 men women and children was hunted by a group of king's men, but later only, all realized that the tiger was a favorite pet of the emperor and his court. Still emperor's men trying to bring the king (cunning like a fox) and his men before the judges.

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chamilj Level 4 Commenter 12 months ago

Hey Sun Pen. I am glad you know the true story.

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Docmo Level 5 Commenter 12 months ago

Laughter is ( cliche alert) always the best medicine to the ills of the world and you brew some of the best potions, Ewbie.

I am glad the President outlined how many innocent muslims were also killed by those terror attacks which are ultimately a crime against humanity and not against politics or principles.

You are right about ten heads growing out of the one chopped like the Hydra- but lets hope those yeti -heads are smaller and less enraged than the big yeti's!

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Angie Jardine Level 7 Commenter 12 months ago

Not just funny, Mark but clever too.

Luckily no real Yeti's were really harmed in the reporting of your piece - (I'm always on the side of animals - even fictitious ones).

Keep at the satire, old bean ... you are really good at it! :)

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evvy_09 Level 1 Commenter 12 months ago

Awesome, and funny, and yes, very clever. I think you should do more news stories.

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LeanMan Level 4 Commenter 12 months ago

The truth is out there - somewhere...

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Jeanastra 12 months ago

Mr. Ewbie, you are a clever and imaginative fellow! Thanks for the laughs! VOTED UP.

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Mark Ewbie Hub Author 12 months ago

Apologies for not responding sooner, but real life got in the way. Work basically.

Thanks to everyone for commenting and if I could just pick out one or two things...

King's men, tigers and emperors - sounds like an interesting story. Not sure I got it... but interesting.

And more news stories - well as my evergreen comment has withered away, failed to flower, etc. maybe there's some mileage in it. Mind you once I wrote this I was shocked at just how many Osama stories were being published. Not so many with the Yeti theme though (bit smug).

Again, thanks to everyone, and it will seem silly if I just go through one at a time saying, er, thanks.

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Sun Pen 50 Level 1 Commenter 12 months ago

Thanks for noticing my story. It happened in a far... far.. away land from where U are, in this corner of the world, not very far from the abode of the Yeti too. Not so long ... long... ago. just two weeks less than two years.

Thanks for sharing your wits and we all should be happy that the yetis and tigers and all those dreaded beasts are hunted by brave kings and kings' men.

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Mark Ewbie Hub Author 12 months ago

Hi Sun Pen, maybe you should write a page about it. I am certainly curious. Although I am a long, long way away, and get my news from the Media Organisations I do believe that most people across the world share the same hopes and dreams - a family, a peaceful life, food on the table.

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DTroth Level 3 Commenter 12 months ago

Mark...BRAVO!!

You have not lost THIS follower! It's nice to have such a funny twist to this whole "mess" we call Bin Laden and his buddy, President Osama Bin Failin. I love it. It's great that you have my hubby's and my sense of humor... ...but you're brave enough to write it all down! heh heh (:

Hey, you may lose a few followers, but you may actually pick up a few hundred more with this one!

Keep 'em comin'!

peace to you...always,

Diana

p.s. love your artwork as usual. (:

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Mark Ewbie Hub Author 12 months ago

Thanks Diana - I like Bravo! There should be a button for it. The story gets more intriguing by the day. Good job there isn't an army of conspiracy theorists on the web.. oh wait a minute.

Son of Chick 12 months ago

Ah Mark - you've done it again...! How can one not vote this up! I really think you should write a book with all your short stories... I reckon you would make a mint! Keep up the good work.

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Mark Ewbie Hub Author 12 months ago

Thanks SoC - maybe when they get Kim Il Sung.

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Alexander Mark 12 months ago

A smartmouthed question recently posed by my more liberally minded brother was, "so now that they got him, do you think that they're going to pull out the troops?"

I could only laugh.

On one side, it's a valid question, but on the other, we have to wonder if the threat will go away? Despite my jocular reaction, I think not.

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KenWu 12 months ago

Funny as heaven!!

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Mark Ewbie Hub Author 12 months ago

Hi Alexander - I am sure that a new bogeyman will be along very soon and a new need for urgent action somewhere that doesn't involve our current set of dubious undemocratic friends (it changes by the week).

Whoops! My mask is starting to slip.

On the plus side - I am never going to run out of material - some of so ludicrous you would think it had been made up.

The West is hated for bad reasons (extremist nonsense) and unfortunately good reasons (exploitation, collateral damage). I'd rather be mocking than trying to make the 'right' decisions.

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Mark Ewbie Hub Author 12 months ago

Thanks KenWu - as yet I can't determine quite how funny heaven is, but I'll go along with your statement.

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SubmissionWork 12 months ago

Hey Mark

Tell me how much time you spent to write this kind of one imagination

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Mark Ewbie Hub Author 12 months ago

Hi SW, probably an hour for the basic thing, then another hour of revisits and tweaking - adding in a funny, removing typos, that sort of thing. Drawings not included in that - they take how long they take. Harder than the words for me.

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