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Britbox festive treets 2020

BritBox Festive Treats for 2020 revealed today

BritBox will celebrate the very best festive British entertainment from 26th November. This Christmas they are broadening their range of titles, including TV specials, pantomimes and soaps. Subscribers can look forward to Christmas episodes from the likes of All Creatures Great and Small, Allo ‘Allo!, Are You Being Served, Bergerac, Bread, Hi De Hi!, Last … >

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5 horror movies for a date that will set you in the mood

According to a survey of Spicylocals users, watching horror movies together on a date increases your chances of success by providing you with an additional topic for discussion. This particular genre might not seem like the most obvious choice for a date night compared to, say, a rom-com or adventure film, especially if there’s a … >

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Martin Clunes as DCI Sutton in Manhunt

Martin Clunes will return as DCI Sutton in Manhunt II: The Night Stalker

Martin Clunes will reprise the part of DCI Sutton in a second series of Manhunt for ITV, announced today. Martin Clunes is once more starring as the former London Metropolitan Police detective, DCI Colin Sutton. Manhunt II: The Night Stalker, a four part drama, is the real life story of the police pursuit of a notorious … >

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The Commercial Advertising Of Offshore Gambling On Television

Over the years, attitudes toward gambling have changed immensely. In the early days, conservatism ruled the day, and gambling was strictly prohibited. Today, most people have become liberal to some degree. While some areas still ban commercial advertising of gambling on television, other ways do not. This ensures that commercial establishments can advertise their slot … >

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Does It Make Sense to Buy Life Insurance in Your 20s?

The premise behind life insurance policies is rather simple. When you are the breadwinner of the family, having life insurance helps ensure that your family will be provided for even if something bad happens to you. “Bad” usually means death, but it doesn’t have to. Some life insurance policies offer partial and total payouts if … >

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Doctor Who Series 12 editor wins BAFTA Cymru Award

Editor Rebecca Trotman was honoured with her first BAFTA Cymru Award for her work on the Series 12 Doctor Who episode Ascension of the Cybermen. Trotman thanked BAFTA Cymru from the very editing room where she edited Ascension of the Cybermen alongside showrunner Chris Chibnall, executive producer Matt Strevens and producer Nikki Wilson. Sounds like … >

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What Is It About Talent Shows That Brits Love?

Britain has a fascinating relationship with talent shows. Over the last thirty years, we have witnessed the format transition from a casual way to spend a Friday evening to being a staple of British culture itself. The television talent show has now more than earned its right to stand alongside a cup of tea, Doctor … >

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Television: How Much Does It Impact Fashion Trends?

It’s no secret that fashion is continuously evolving. Interestingly, stylistic choices in television both take inspiration from on-trend looks as well as helping to influence future outfit designs. Over the years, British productions have been at the heart of displaying the latest fashion trends to the masses, with revolutionary concepts regularly being brought to the forefront. … >

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