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David Somerset

29 fictional jobs that are more exciting than yours

As the New Year approaches many of us will take the opportunity to evaluate the past 12 months and vow to make 2016 that little bit better. For some, that will involve finding a better job, or perhaps a complete career change. If that’s you you’re in luck, as job search website Adzuna has suggested … >

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Top movie treats on Netflix

Surely one of the greatest inventions of the 21st century is Netflix. The streaming service has now made it easier to become a professional coach potato thanks to its huge range of cinematic blockbusters and incredibly-addictive television series. So whether you’re getting ready for a Christmas glued to the screen, or just want something entertaining … >

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Infographic: Toys through time

With Christmas just around the corner, House of Fraser have put together a brilliant new infographic looking back at the history of some of the world’s bestselling toys. From Lego to Barbie, from Hot Wheels to Transformers, here’s everything you ever wanted to know about your favourite toys!

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Get your 2016 off to a flying start with BI Norwegian Business School

How’s your list of new year’s resolutions looking? Well, the Oslo-based BI Norwegian Business School is encouraging students abroad to aim even higher and apply to become the school’s new, international student celebrity with a sensational new recruitment campaign. BI Norwegian Business School curreently has more than 1800 students from 106 different nations all over … >

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Liven up your home with a Vitamin Plant in 2016

Looking for the perfect present for single guys this Christmas? Nothing impresses a certain someone on their first visit to a guy’s home like actual living plants. This guy must be caring and organised and thoughtul, right? If only it was easy! Well, thejoyofplants.co.uk has the answer, with an absolute essential for every man’s home… … >

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3 of cinema’s coolest drivers

Let’s be honest. There’s nothing in cinema as pulsating and frenetic as a good ol’ fashioned car chase. While flipping cars and handbrake turns are incredibly thrilling to watch, it’s also the steely-eyed badass characters in the driver’s seat that we’re really cheering for. These are the ones that don’t flinch at the first sign … >

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10 things you didn’t know about ‘The Hangover’

It’s over six years now since Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms and Zach Galifianakis found themselves in Las Vegas for the ultimate bachelor party in hit comedy The Hangover. Filmed in Nevada over just 15 days – no doubt the cast spent some of that time searching for the best casino! – the movie became the … >

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A look at London’s local cultural talent

London’s showbiz factor is one to rival any other city. With a wealth of great theatres such as the Gielgud and Prince Edward, as well as many fantastic drama schools, it’s no surprise that London has produced some of the acting world’s best on-screen performers. In fact, London’s art scene as a whole is blossoming … >

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2016 blockbuster preview

If 2015 was a year of blockbusting franchise-driven success for the mjaor studios, particularly Universal who had two films in the top six of highest grossing titles ever, then 2016 looks like being more of the same. There are also re-workings of old favourites, and an animated title to excite those who loved Finding Nemo … >

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Infographic: TV and film’s best ever elevator scenes

Remember the famous Aerosmith song, love in an elevator? In popular culture, lifts are a common setting for all kinds of romance, murder and mayhem. The tight, confined space of an elevator has given birth to some of the most memorable scenes in film history. Whether it’s jetting through a roof in a glass elevator … >

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