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Get Santa is one of those inevitable Christmas movies that come out at this time of year. Although this one strays from the usual road by having Santa crash into someone’s garage. Tom (Kit Connor) discovers Santa in his damaged shed with the reindeers on the loose. Santa Claus (Jim … Continue reading
As the death toll rises to more than 5,000, the World Health Organisation have declared the Ebola outbreak in Western Africa a ‘Public Health Emergency of International Concern’. First described in 1976, the virus is thought to have originated from the fruit bat, its natural host. Subsequent close contact to … Continue reading
Paneer dishes have always been a favourite with my family. It’s dish that really disappoints us when we order in a restaurant as they never put enough paneer in the curry. When making it at home, I make sure that there is enough paneer for everyone to enjoy. Ingredients 225 … Continue reading
I usually make this dry potato curry called Bombay Aloo whenever I make Gujarati pudlas (pancakes) Ingredients for Bombay Aloo 2-3 medium potatoes 2-3 green chilies 2 tbls sunflower oil 1 tsp cumin seeds ½ tsp salt ½ tsp turmeric ½ tsp chili powder 1 tbl lemon juice Handful of … Continue reading
The Hobbit – The Battle of Five Armies is the third and final instalment of The Hobbit trilogy. The battle rages for for Middle Earth! It starts pretty much where the second film ended. Smaug the terrible dragon (voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch) is ready to raze Lakewood to the ground … Continue reading
There is no question that buying your own home is a big and life-changing decision. Not too long ago it was much easier to secure a mortgage if you were a first-time buyer. Here are some of the difficulties faced by first-time home buyers in the UK. The wage gap … Continue reading
Calamity Jane hits the stage in stunning style. One of best musicals I’ve seen this year. All the old favourite songs were here, ‘The Blacks Hills of Dakota’, ‘Secret Love’, ‘A Woman’s Touch’, ‘Windy City’ and ‘Whipcrack Away!’ The cast were one of the best, Jodie Prenger (I’d do Anything) … Continue reading
The UK is very much a tourist-oriented nation. Every year, millions from across the world flock to the isles in order to get a taste of the British culture, fashion, music and personality that features so heavily in mass media and pop culture throughout … Continue reading
Rising fuel prices and greater concern for the state of the environment are ushering in a new era of personal transportation; Say hello to the ebike. Image by Andreas Kambanis via Flickr In recent years, the only real identifiable change to bicycle culture was the roll-back to a fixed gear … Continue reading
Are you pregnant and wanting to look as chic as the Royals did during their pregnancies? You can buy affordable maternity clothes with just a few clicks and searches. Image by The Look of Kate Middleton via Flickr For centuries, the Royals used to give birth to their children in … Continue reading
With 2015 rapidly approaching, you might be considering either a career change or taking those first brave steps into the world of employment. It’s never too late to bag the role of your dreams, but where are some of the best places to work throughout the New Year and beyond? … Continue reading
Like most things, car buying has peak periods. Knowing when to buy a used car and planning ahead can save you pounds. The Money Advice Service has this advice for car buyers: “Seasonal trends in sales of new cars have a knock-on effect on the cost of used cars. So … Continue reading
Winter is getting close, it is getting colder and wetter and students from all over the world flock to the universities in Britain. All of this is great news for germs and bad news for us. Many of us get ill at this time of the year and we want … Continue reading
This week our health correspondent Dr. Sebastian Müller (Ph.D.) continues his series on health and discusses alkalising and acidifying foods. “You are what you eat” This is such a true statement, and with the increase of variety in today’s supermarkets, it is more important than ever to understand what certain … Continue reading
No matter where we turn, we can’t seem to get through a day without some reference to social media, from Instagram to Facebook and Twitter. In today’s increasingly digital world, it is without a doubt the best method of keeping connected and keeping abreast of … Continue reading
Christmas is a time of celebration where the entire family can get together and enjoy a wonderful meal. If you are on a tight budget, don’t let that stop you from creating the best Christmas feast. All it takes is creativity and you can present a wonderful meal that everyone … Continue reading
Energy bills. They are the reason why we sometimes refuse to put the heating on and sit wrapped up in blankets watching our breath instead of watching the TV or why we have a tendency to overreact when someone leaves a light on. Energy is expensive but shopping around and … Continue reading
The Riot Club is nothing more than the obligatory swipe at rich kids able to attend an exclusive university. I was absolutely astounded by this film for all the wrong reasons. Although this isn’t the first film I’ve seen set in this environment (and I don‘t think it‘ll be the … Continue reading
Setting up a small business is never easy and though the economy is beginning to recover, it’s still difficult to borrow as much money as many start-ups require. The first couple of years are the toughest, when the owner tries to sell a concept without too much solid proof that … Continue reading
The rise of the internet and the huge increase in people able to access it in the home has changed the way much social interaction now takes place. This is especially the case with the popularity of social gaming, where there are now almost limitless opportunities to get involved and … Continue reading