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The internet may just be one of the most momentous inventions of all times, it has given us the kind of freedom and ability to communicate and share information that past generations could not have imagined. However, along with the good came the...
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The Christmas parties are in full swing, shops are stocked with festive treats and our bellies are preparing for an onslaught of turkey, mince pies, cheese, and whatever else our long-lost relatives throw our way. Yuletide, the time of year when we...
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With no subscription fee, CHILI Cinema gives you access to a fine catalogue of cinema and television titles around; all viewable via Smart TV, PC, tablet, or smartphone. Founded in Italy in 2012, the Video-On-Demand platform—available...
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Everyone imagined the alien invasion would look like Independence Day, or Close Encounters of the Third Kind, but when it really came, it was much more subtle. You didn't realise they'd taken over until it was too late. The emojis are among us, and...
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What’s your password? I’m not asking. If I were, likeliness is I’d be looking for the back of your hand; at least. Folk are increasingly wary of online security, that Snowden chap a nagging reminder that we all could, and should, do more. But,...
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Doesn't it make it all worth while when someone says thanks? Cheers mate, appreciate it. Or when the people you rely on come up with the goods, just when it matters. Well, all at We Heart HQ are revelling in that fuzzy feeling of gratitude and...
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Stop reading this. You are wasting your time. Go outside. Talk to someone. Poke them. They're fucking real. This screen is not real. Stop reading this. You wake up. You pick up your phone. Your iPad. Sit on the loo? Social checkup. What...
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You know when you're sitting on one of those bits of news that you'd need a machete-swinging militia to keep at bay? When you meet your pals in the pub and you find yourself almost physically encouraging them to ask you how your day was? Just so you...
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Published in 1940, Carson McCuller's novel The Heart is a Lonely Hunter pre-dates the internet by half a century, but its treatment of the issues surrounding identity and societal acceptance remain acutely relevant. Lu Yang. Poster for Uterus...
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First off it was something I'd seen on newsgroups (ask your dad) for literally decades, then it was something that kids started doing — obsessively — on text messages, before it filtered onto the newly born social networks, soon it was...
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London-based artist Celina Teague clearly has a love/hate relationship with social media. In fact, don't we all? It consumes Teague, though; her latest body of work a critical look at 'hashtag activism'. I think therefore I # opened this week at...
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"Books are the final resting place for good photography. As more information was going online and people were worrying that print was over, it was the perfect time to get into making beautiful books that were physical objects." Martin Usborne,...
City Notes
Disembarking the ferry in North Amsterdam, revellers need only stagger a few steps before reaching Polly Goudvisch, a brasserie and brown café where ice-cold beer is served at any time of the day and guests are invited to hangout across the two...
City Notes
One of the last memories of the golden industrial era of Bratislava, industrial heritage building Jurkovičova Tepláreň has undergone a huge transformation; now home to a multifunctional hall, café, gallery and restaurant, and fast becoming the...
City Notes
Paris- and Barcelona-based Hazard Studio have completed the design for restaurant NM, a clandestine venue in the northwest Spanish city of Oviedo from two Michelin-starred chef, Nacho Manzano. With seating for just 20 diners, the space features...
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Accommodating up to 13 adults throughout seven suites, available as an entire complex or three separate units, Câlin is a design-led guest house located in a secluded piece of Provence, found between vineyards and nature and boasting spectacular...
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Welcome to Tacoma, Washington. Close to Seattle, this vibrant city offers a plethora of opportunities for residents and visitors alike. From its stunning natural landscapes to its diverse culture, living in Tacoma has something for everyone. In...
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Are you considering moving from Ohio to Texas? Relocating to a new state involves careful consideration of various factors that can impact your lifestyle, finances, and overall well-being. In this article, we will explore the pros and cons of moving...
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Living in Jacksonville Beach, Florida offers a unique coastal lifestyle with its picturesque beaches, pleasant climate, and vibrant community. Located on the northeast coast of Florida, Jacksonville Beach is a city that combines the relaxed...
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Have you ever wondered how quiz builders can help you in the online learning process? If you are tired of assigning tasks students are unwilling to complete; then online quiz builder is the way out. The matter is that modern online tools like an...