Tory cork pops prematurely

BONG! Kids, there are some things you just shouldn't do, especially if you work in politics. But if you must do them, don't post the photographs on Facebook. And if you must put the photos on Facebook, don't supplement them with "gags" that Bernard Manning would have rejected as being too risque. Here endeth the lesson.

BONG! The most interesting analysis of the recent polling thus far, from the UK Polling Report.

BONG! Iain Dale wrests the "King of the Photoshop" mantle from James Purnell with this, er, hilarious graphic in which Gordon Brown is depicted inviting us to collectively bend over as he snaps on a plastic glove. Westmonster takes offence - our brave customs officers work hard every day to keep the smuggling trade at bay, and sometimes the rubber gloves are a necessary tool.

BONG! The Spectator attempts to redeem itself with George Osborne after last week's interview with the Shadow Chancellor backfired somewhat.