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JK Rowling reveals cross-dressing villain in new book is based on real-life serial killers

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JK Rowling has revealed the cross-dressing villain in her new book is based on real-life serial killers Jerry Brudos and Russell Williams after facing another transphobia row.  The Harry Potter author released Troubled Blood under her crime-writing pseudonym Robert Galbraith earlier this week. The thriller sees detective Cormoran Strike try to work out what happened … Read more

JK Rowling reveals cross-dressing villain in new book is based on real-life serial killers

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JK Rowling has revealed the cross-dressing villain in her new book is based on real-life serial killers Jerry Brudos and Russell Williams after facing another transphobia row.  The Harry Potter author released Troubled Blood under her crime-writing pseudonym Robert Galbraith earlier this week. The thriller sees detective Cormoran Strike try to work out what happened … Read more

Scientists develop a real-life ‘cyclops lens’ with a laser pointer

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Scientists have taken inspiration from X-Men’s Cyclops and created a contact lens that points a red laser at what the wearer is looking at.  The regular-size contact lens is fitted with a vertical cavity surface emitting laser (VCSEL) which points in the direction the user is looking.  French engineers used off-the-shelf components to create a working … Read more

The incredible real-life story of Australia’s oldest living actress Mary Ward

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She’s believed to be Australia’s oldest living actress, and Mary Ward has seen a lot in her 105 years. Born on March 6, 1915, Mary is best known for her role as ‘Mum’ in the late ’70s/early ’80s Australian crime drama, Prisoner. She then went on to appear as ‘Dee’ in the 1980’s drama, Sons … Read more

Real-life Ewok villages! Mesmerising pictures of Germany’s incredible treetop walkways

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If you go down to the woods in Germany, you’ll be sure of a mesmerising surprise. Scattered across the country is a mix of incredible Ewok-village-style treetop walkways offering spectacular views over surrounding forests, rivers and mountains and featuring twisted walkways, slides and rope bridges.  Wind your way down to see which path piques your … Read more

Britain’s loveliest train journeys, from a real-life Hogwarts Express to Belmond Pullman services

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Luxury rooms with en-suites, fine dining, spas, stunning countryside views. Not only can you find these at Britain’s luxury hotels, but also on its railways (and yes, even spas). Here we present some of the loveliest rail journeys in Britain, from the real-life Hogwarts Express to epic Pullman services. Scroll down for the inside track … Read more

BBC documentary delves into Murdoch’s real-life Succession battle

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Viewers watching a ‘fascinating’ new BBC documentary on global media mogul Rupert Murdoch have compared it to hit HBO television series Succession – saying the bitter war that ensued in the Murdoch family feels like a real-life version of the recent popular series.  BBC2’s The Rise of the Murdoch Dynasty explores how Rupert, now 89, … Read more

BBC documentary delves into Murdoch’s real-life Succession battle

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Viewers watching a new BBC documentary on global media mogul Rupert Murdoch have compared it to hit HBO television series Succession – saying the bitter war that ensued in the Murdoch family is simply a real-life version of recent popular series.  BBC2’s The Rise of the Murdoch Dynasty explores how Rupert, now 89, came from … Read more

Samsung’s Note 20 Ultra may have leaked in first real-life images

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Is this the first real glimpse of Samsung’s Note 20 Ultra? Leaked photos appear to show the new phone just a week after renders were leaked on the company’s own website Images may be the first real-life glimpse of Samsung’s Note S20 They were posted by YouTuber Jimmy Is Promo  Pictures come a week after … Read more