Film Review: Mountain

When you visit a museum that occupies the fields of science or natural history there is often a screening room playing a documentary about the state of the world or showcasing one of the wonders of the world. It is these films that Mountain a documentary, funnily enough, about mountains from Australian film-maker Jennifer Peedom reminded me of. There are some truly stunning images captured by Peedom in Mountain as her camera swoops and soars over the highest peaks in...

Forgotten Film Friday: Tampopo

Dubbed a “ramen western,” Tampopo shares the narrative skeleton of, you guessed, a western. Substitute gun slinging for noodle kneading and you’ve taken a step towards the flavour of Jûzô Itami’s film. But, like a steaming bowl of noodle soup, Tampopo is a film for the soul packed with the kind of hearty warmth that you want to take a bath in. Tampopo (Nobuko Miyamoto) is a single mum who, after the death of her husband, has taken over his...

“The government must act urgently to stop this trend” in 7 years homelessness has increased 65 %

Over the last seven years of austerity the number of homeless people has sky rocketed. Around 80,000 families, couples and single people have been forced to live in temporary accommodation, as they have no home to call their own. The number of households living in temp accommodation was 79,190 in September. This figure includes numerous families who lost their homes in the Grenfell Tower frire. Back in December 2010 the number was under 50,000, a large figure but the increase...

Premier League Predictions

Manchester City vs Tottenham Guardiola’s City have broken the record for most Premier League wins in a row – all but guaranteeing they will win the title this season. There certainly looks no way of beating them, with City comfortably dealing with Mourinho’s United. There’s been huge controversy following the derby, with the United manager criticising the way City celebrated – but after a victory like that, they have every right to celebrate strongly. They still face a tough ask...

Europe’s most prolific ‘re-watcher’ has been revealed as mum and baby who watched Bee Movie .. 357 times

Europe's most prolific 're-watcher' has been revealed as mum and baby who watched Bee Movie .. 357 times this year. Netflix revealed one unnamed UK user as Europe's most prolific "re-watcher", now we can identify her. Gemma Chalmers, 29, told how the 2007 movie about a bee which sues humans for stealing honey is the "only thing" that will stop her baby from crying. Professional cleaner Gemma, 29, only discovered the film soothes six-week-old Jaxson by accident. Gemma told how...

Man selling Brexit number plate after being told by his partner not to put it on his car

A man is selling a Brexit number plate after being warned he won't get his Christmas dinner if he puts it on his car. Mark Hoyle, 58, bought the registration X17 BRE for his black VW Golf. Mark Hoyle is selling a Brexit number plate after being warned he won't get his Christmas dinner if he puts it on his car. But after the ultimatum from his partner he has stuck it on Gumtree for £750. Mark, of Torquay, Devon...

4 Helpful Tips on Creating Product Photos That Sell

Does your company specialize in the selling of various products? Are you looking for a way to create a web presence for your business? If so, investing in an ecommerce website is a great option. However, making sure it is optimized for success should be one of your main concerns. One of the main things visitors to your website will notice is the images you have displayed. Failing to focus on the quality and relevance of your images can lead...

17 states vow to sue Trump’s FCC attack on a “fair and open internet” amid accusations of massive identity fraud

The United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted along party lines - three Republicans vs two Democrats to end Net Neutrality and the principle of a free internet that everyone can access equally. - A principle that heralded an era of innovation, freedom of speech and new forms of communication and social organisation predicated on everybody’s voice being able to be heard equally online. The Chairman of the FCC Ajit Pai had been appointed by President Trump, an opponent of...

“Loneliness is not inevitable. We must challenge it in every way we can”: Jo Cox Commission on Loneliness report

Loneliness is an epidemic. The launch of the Jo Cox Commission on Loneliness report today marks a significant moment in our ambition to end this looming social crisis. Throughout 2017, the Commission has highlighted the impact that loneliness has on diverse groups. From older people to refugees, to young people to carers: it is clear that loneliness can no longer be ignored. The health impacts of loneliness - both physical and mental – are devastating. Loneliness is as bad for...

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