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Spanish model Elsa Pataky is one to prove you can be beauty AND brains, with a bit of bravery to boot. The 41-year-old, who is married to Hollywood hunk Chris Hemsworth, demonstrated all this on Sunday night when taking to Instagram to share a story on how she managed to…
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If you thought the best job in the world would be to become a waterslide tester or ice-cream flavour inventor, think again my friend - because you probably didn't even know this dream job existed. Imagine you're loved up and happy in your relationship, and then someone offers you money…
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It is a universally accepted truth that people on the internet will argue over anything. It could be discussing something as trivial as model trains or mundane as bus tickets, but scrolling through internet comments will inevitably reveal a maelstrom of anger. Differing opinions and sarcasm, along with the typical comparisons,…
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If you've ever traveled by airplane before, you're sure to have some negative stories about the experience. Perhaps you happened to be seated next to a screaming baby for 10 hours, or had to deal with someone propping up their bare feet on your armrest. Maybe you had a particularly…
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Black Panther is breaking a lot of boundaries in the short time since its release this month. While we have all become accustomed to a plethora of superhero movies in our movie theaters, there is a common trend amongst them and other blockbusters. Plenty of avid followers of the Marvel…
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It's a depressing but true fact that the aftermath almost every mass shooting in America follows a familiar script. People around the world send thoughts and prayers to the families of those involved, law enforcement officials admit that they failed to act on the warning signs, politicians bicker about whether or…
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Very rarely does the headline for an article about a crime start with the word "hilarious", but - in this case - there is no other way to describe the events that went down in the Chinese city of Shanghai. It all happened last week, on Valentine's Day, when two…
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For many, the idea of altering the appearance of wine is tantamount to blasphemy. Red, white, and occasionally pinkish are the only acceptable shades. As one of the world’s most historically weighty drinks, with producers flogging ludicrously expensive and important sounding vintages to connoisseurs all over the world, there is…
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One of the many strange features of the internet is how many can rally around outlandish news stories without even checking whether it's true or not. No, I'm not talking about "fake news" (a term that's thrown around pretty recklessly these days), but lies that don't seem to have a…
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A lot of people will be rooting for Brenna Huckaby when she competes at the Paralympic Games in Pyeongchang next month, but it's her body positive take on her own circumstances that is proving to be an inspiration recently. The snowboarder recently headed to a beach in Aruba for a…
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For years, debates over animal-related sports have raged across the world, with advocates for animal rights arguing that the activities are inhumane. As a result, hobbies such as fox hunting, dog-fighting and bull runs have all been banned in a lot of places - but some nations still hold onto…
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For many in the outside world, North Korea remains the ultimate international enigma. Fiercely secretive and synonymous with displays of military bravado, the majority of us would be hard-pressed to say anything about the nation’s culture beyond the endless parades and highly orchestrated dance performances. To the international community, North…
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In the last 365 days, I feel like I've accomplished quite a lot. I bought a new car, got engaged, had a few vacations - so all in all, I'd say it's been an eventful and successful year. However, this man has spent the past year gluing together 42,000 matches…
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When it comes to settling down with a significant other, finding someone you have a connection with is only half the battle. Beyond that, you have to ensure that the pair of you have enough chemistry to actually sustain a healthy relationship - and that's often where even the most…
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It's weird to think that it has been eight years since Game of Thrones first aired. In the year's since episode one it has become probably the biggest show on television, with millions of fans across the world eagerly anticipating how it will all turn out in Westeros. With such…
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Of all the demographics of people that Donald Trump has managed to offend during his time in office, women have to be the biggest one. He's tried very hard to tick off LGBTQ folks and people of color but - after being accused of assault by 20 women, outed as…
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Right now, it seems like we’ve all gone crazy for romance. With an estimated 40 per cent of proposals taking places between November and February, and thousands of couples in the US getting engaged on Valentine’s Day, we're just reaching the end of what's known as "the proposal season". As more…
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Having a sexual fantasy about a celebrity is nothing out of the ordinary - every Star Wars fan who grew up dreaming about Princess Leia in the golden bikini will tell you that. Whether it originates from a Hollywood hottie's racy scene in the new blockbuster or a pop star's suggestive dance moves…
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Being an internet celebrity is a strange thing. There really isn't another breed of fame quite like it. In the past, a famous person would always be somewhat emotionally removed from their fandom. Oh sure, they might indulge in the occasional meet-and-greet after a performance, or have a signing session…
