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David Somerset

Roulette on the small screen

There have been many famous scenes within movies over many years that contain roulette. Roulette is an iconic game, easy on the eye and classy, the gorgeous croupier, men in full tux and women in beautiful gowns seem to only complement the spin of the wheel and the click of the chips as they are … >

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Roulette in the movies: A class act

There is no doubt that the classic game of roulette is synonymous with opulence, in fact within the movie industry there are some unforgettable roulette scenes that we can enjoy over and over again. This association with the movie industry only adds to the luxurious feel of the game, the elegant men and beautiful women … >

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Infographic: You won’t believe these Christmas shopping stats!

With just ten days until Christmas, House of Fraser have surveyed a thousand people to find out how men and women in the UK differ in their approach to the festive season. Would you have expected that men actually enjoy shopping for their partners more than women do? We’re not all that surprised to learn that 42% of women … >

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How ‘reel’ is different from ‘real’?

How ‘reel’ is different from ‘real’? Apart from the spelling, the two have so many other differences. However, it is to be understood that reel is inspired from real. The same is modified in order to add entertainment for the audience. Here are some instances that will support our thought in this case.. Romance Well, … >

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Reasons to believe in leprechauns

Few icons from folklore and mythology have been branded and are more recognisable than the leprechaun; with stories of their rare appearance and treasured pot of gold still circulating around popular culture today – in fact, according to Irish Central, 1/3 of Irish people believe leprechauns exist. But do we really know the true history … >

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Infrographic: What the nation watches at Christmas

You might think that TV isn’t very important for people over Christmas, too busy celebrating and visiting friends and family. However, when it comes to watching TV on Christmas Day, we still like to get in our favourite shows. An online voucher code and money saving company can reveal what the nation watches at Christmas … >

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15 things you didn’t know about the USS Indianapolis

Based on a true story, Academy Award® winner Nicolas Cage (Leaving Las Vegas, The Rock) stars in wartime action drama USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage. After delivering one of the atomic bombs that would eventually end World War II, the Navy cruiser USS Indianapolis is torpedoed by a Japanese submarine. Left with no option but … >

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Infographic: ‘Star Wars’ vehicles vs everyday motorists

To celebrate the release of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story in cinemas tomorrow, Motorparks have produced a brilliant new Star Wars-themed infographic. The infographic pits some of the most iconic vehicles in the Star Wars universe against similar vehicles that we have here on Earth. Can Luke Skywalker’s X-34 Landspeeder take on a Jeep Wrangler … >

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5 of the best movies about psychic powers

If you have ever opted for a psychic reading to a psychic hotline, you know that it is fun and you will get some of the best tips for a relationship and many other issues when you connect with the psychic gurus. However, when we look at psychic powers in movies, it creates on a … >

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How watching television before bedtime can affect your sleep

If you are having trouble while falling asleep during bedtime then make sure that you avoid watching television just before falling asleep. This is because your mind will tend to process all that you have seen and hence you will be thinking about it constantly. Also, when your brain is processing continuously, you will not … >

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