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RPGCast – Episode 355: “Break Glass In Case Of Sub Loss”

Gamescom has wrapped up but we’re just getting started! Final Fantasy XII remaster rumors and eczema outbreaaks were leading the headlines, but Blizzard, not one...




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Ducklings spotted jumping off fifth floor balcony in Glasgow

A family of ducklings were spotted jumping off a flat in Glasgow as they left their nest for the first time.




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Hedi Slimane delivers masterclass in modern nostalgia for Celine

Platform sandals meet 40-denier tights as rock’n’roll goes bourgeois at Paris fashion week

At his Celine catwalk show on Friday night, the designer Hedi Slimane distilled what looks to be the most compelling trend of this season of fashion shows. Working title: rock’n’roll bourgeois.

Slim knee-length dresses were worn with slinky chain belts; towering platform sandals with sensible 40-denier semi-sheer tights; slim bootcut velvet trousers worn with Princess-line above-the-knee coats. This was a masterclass in Parisian allure: take one part Avenue Montaigne privilege, and mix with one part backstage pass. Shaken, not stirred.

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Splashing out in Paris: Balenciaga floods venue for fashion show

Waters lap perilously close to audience as grand capes and latex trench coats are modelled

How to make the fashion industry engage with the climate crisis? Flood the venue, and submerge the front row.

Arriving at the Balenciaga show in Paris on Sunday morning, the audience found themselves entering at the periphery of what looked like a sports stadium, with banks of flip-up plastic seats around a central oval. In pitch blackness, it was hard to tell exactly, but attendants were on hand with torches, and strict instructions not to proceed beyond the third row.

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Can Taika Waititi revive the cosmic sweep of classic Star Wars?

Excellent film-maker that he is, Watiti seems to fit the Marvel blueprint far more easily than he does Star Wars’ more venerable, old-school template

When entertainment reporters play Hollywood roulette, the practice of attaching directors and stars to forthcoming movies based on little more than rumour, their little white balls nearly always seem to land on Taika Waititi’s number. If you’ve been keeping a close eye on this column over the past year, you’ve probably spotted the white-hot Kiwi director being touted for a remake of Flash Gordon and the next Deadpool movie among other projects, neither of which have yet come to fruition.

Waititi’s next film, according to reports this week, will be a Star Wars episode. Will he end up making it to the first day of production on this one? The chances seem better, as Disney has officially confirmed the appointment via the space saga’s official website, with 1917 co-writer Krysty Wilson-Cairns helping deliver a script. But this is Star Wars we are talking about – Colin Trevorrow, Josh Trank, Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, David Benioff and DB Weiss are among the numerous film-makers who have cheerily signed up to try to bring back the glory days of the long-running series in recent times, only to ultimately fall foul of Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy’s merciless Force choke.

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Hollywood legend Kirk Douglas: his most memorable roles – video

Kirk Douglas, Hollywood legend and star of Spartacus, has died aged 103. Douglas was nominated for three Oscars and his extensive filmography includes Paths of Glory, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea and Lust for Life. The Hollywood legend's death was announced by his son, fellow actor Michael Douglas

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Mega Millions Results, Numbers for 5/8/20: Did Anyone Win the $231 Million Jackpot Prize Last Night?

The winners and results of last night's Mega Millions lottery, plus how to avoid falling victim to a lottery scam.




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Koalas Drink Water by Licking Tree Trunks during Rain

A team of Australian scientists and wildlife ecologists has captured koala drinking behavior in the wild for the first time. Each day, wild koalas (Phascolarctos cinereus) eat around 510 grams of fresh eucalyptus leaves, and the water in the foliage they feed on is believed to contribute about 75% of their water intake in both [...]




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Neuroscientists Create High-Resolution 3D Atlas of Mouse Brain

Neuroscientists at the Allen Institute for Brain Science have released the third version of their Allen Mouse Brain Common Coordinate Framework (CCFv3). A mouse brain contains approximately 100 million cells across hundreds of different regions. As neuroscience datasets grow larger and more complex, a common spatial map of the brain becomes more critical, as does [...]




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In Centre vs TMC War, Coronavirus Becomes New Battleground as Parties Gear Up for 2021 Poll Clash

The BJP leaders waged a social media war against the Bengal government by accusing the state of hiding Covid-19 figures and also complaining the Centre that TMC-led government in Bengal has completely failed in handling the coronavirus crisis.





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In Centre vs TMC War, Coronavirus Becomes New Battleground as Parties Gear Up for 2021 Poll Clash

The BJP leaders waged a social media war against the Bengal government by accusing the state of hiding Covid-19 figures and also complaining the Centre that TMC-led government in Bengal has completely failed in handling the coronavirus crisis.





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Diets do help you lose weight - but the benefits usually don't last

Atkins, Paleo or Zone – whichever diet you follow, you’ll probably only lose a bit of weight, and improvements to your cholesterol may disappear within a year




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64 laser pointer attacks on aircraft recorded in Sask. since 2013

Laser pointer attacks on aircraft have become increasingly rare over the years in Saskatchewan, as figures from Transport Canada show.




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Will Coronavirus Be the Death or Salvation of Big Plastic?

It was supposed to be a blockbuster moment for the U.S. plastic industry. With an abundance of cheap natural gas at hand, thanks to the country’s fracking boom, U.S. energy giants were pouring billions of dollars into building new plants to turn that gas into plastic. As the world was poised to slowly turn away…




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United Kingdom reveals last decoded Nazi message to mark VE Day

To mark Friday's 75th anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe, the British government revealed the final Nazi message intercepted and decoded by U.K. codebreakers as Allied forces were advancing through Germany.






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BBC backlash as social distancing IGNORED during on-air VE Day celebrations – 'Ridiculous'



BRITONS flocked outside to celebrate the 75th anniversary of VE Day yesterday, which caused major backlash online, especially against the BBC.




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Ravens' Earl Thomas gifted flashy necklace by wife after she allegedly held him at gunpoint: report

Baltimore Ravens safety Earl Thomas appears to have reconciled with his wife after reports emerged earlier this week that she held him at gunpoint last month after discovering an alleged affair. 




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Sea Turtles Might Be Eating Old Plastic Because It Smells Like Shrimp

Over time, trash that has been floating in the ocean gets covered in algae and other micro-organisms




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How Africa's Mountain Gorillas Staged a Comeback

Long victimized by poaching and deforestation, the primate species is in the midst of a surprising rebound that is sparking new hopes of recovery




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In a Tunnel Beneath Alaska, Scientists Race to Understand Disappearing Permafrost

What lies inside the icy cavern seems more and more like a captive, rare animal, an Earth form that might soon be lost




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Plasma electrons can be used to produce metallic films

Computers, mobile phones and all other electronic devices contain thousands of transistors, linked together by thin films of metal. Scientists have developed a method that can use the electrons in a plasma to produce these films.




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Laser loop couples quantum systems over a distance

For the first time, researchers have succeeded in creating strong coupling between quantum systems over a greater distance. They accomplished this with a novel method in which a laser loop connects the systems, enabling nearly lossless exchange of information and strong interaction between them. The physicists reported that the new method opens up new possibilities in quantum networks and quantum sensor technology.




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Plasma medicine research highlights antibacterial effects and potential uses

As interest in the application of plasma medicine -- the use of low-temperature plasma (LTP) created by an electrical discharge to address medical problems -- continues to grow, so does the need for research advancements proving its capabilities and potential impacts on the health care industry. Across the world, many research groups are investigating plasma medicine for applications including cancer treatment and the accelerated healing of chronic wounds, among others.




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Siemens prepares for COVID-19 trough to last 6-9 months: CNBC

Siemens is preparing for a prolonged economic trough triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic, Chief Executive Joe Kaeser told CNBC on Friday after releasing fiscal second-quarter results.




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How do koalas drink? Not the way you might think

Scientists have solved a lingering mystery about koala behavior - how these tree-dwelling marsupials native to Australia consume enough water to live.




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Roy Horn of Las Vegas magic duo Siegfried and Roy dies of COVID-19: report

Magician Roy Horn, who alongside Siegfried Fischbacher starred in a popular, long-running Las Vegas act built around rare tigers, died on Friday from of complications of COVID-19, the Las Vegas Review-Journal newspaper reported. He was 75.




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UK park visits increased last weekend despite Covid-19 lockdown, Google data shows

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Death toll among NHS workers reaches 19 as Matt Hancock faces backlash for calling PPE a 'precious resource'

Read our live coronavirus updates HERE Health Secretary said his 'heart goes out' to the families of NHS workers killed during outbreak Facing backlash for calling protective equipment for healthcare workers a 'precious resource' Sir Keir Starmer waded into row, calling Mr Hancock's comments 'insulting'




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Coronavirus experience may leave lasting impression on Boris Johnson, says psychiatrist

Boris Johnson's frightening experience of suffering from coronavirus may still leave a lasting impression, a leading psychiatrist has said.




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Coronavirus UK LIVE: Rishi Sunak warns of 'tough times' ahead as experts say social distancing could last until 2022

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South Koreans go to the polls wearing masks and plastic gloves in election held amid coronavirus pandemic

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Families 'afraid to let children back into classroom' as Denmark lets some return to school after coronavirus lockdown




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Covid-19 pandemic delays plastic straw and cotton bud ban by six months

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How long could lockdown last in the UK?

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Number of cars on UK roads drops to levels last seen in 1955 amid coronavirus lockdown, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps says

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Footage of Westminster Bridge during Clap for our Carers applause prompts backlash over lack of social distancing

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Government blasted over refusal to clarify coronavirus lockdown exit strategy

MPs are calling for 'strategic clarity' from the Government




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Hong Kong police arrest at least 14 high profile activists after mass pro-democracy protests last year

Police in Hong Kong have arrested at least 14 veteran pro-democracy activists accused of joining unlawful protests last year.




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Richard Branson warns Virgin Atlantic will collapse without Government support as he defends himself over bailout backlash

Billionaire Sir Richard Branson today warned Virgin Atlantic will need financial aid from the Government in order to survive the coronavirus crisis as he defended himself amid backlash over a bailout request.




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Police dogs 'showered' in glass during 'unacceptable' brick attack on officers' car

Two police dogs were "showered" in glass after a brick was thrown through the window of a car while officers were investigating reports of a house party.




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Donald Trump's US immigration ban to last 60 days and targets those seeking permanent residency

Donald Trump has said his new US immigration ban would last for 60 days and apply to those seeking "green cards" for permanent residency.




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Disruptive social distancing measures 'likely to last until at least end of year', says England's chief medical officer

Disruptive social distancing measures are expected to remain in place to combat coronavirus in the UK until a vaccine or effective treatment is available, England's chief medical officer has said.




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Nicola Sturgeon says lockdown measures could last 'beyond end of the year' as she warns return to normal 'is not on the cards'

"But as I hope we have started to set out today, if we keep doing the right things and if we consider all of the options carefully and with the right objectives in mind, I do believe there will be a way through and we will find that way through."




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Las Vegas mayor sparks fury after calls for casinos to reopen during coronavirus pandemic

The Mayor of Las Vegas has been slammed for an "outrageous" plan to reopen the city's casinos as a "control group" for coronavirus.




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Nurse tells how she held elderly woman's hand 'during her last breaths' so she didn't die alone after coronavirus battle

A former NHS nurse who returned to the frontlines to help fight the coronavirus pandemic has shared the moment she held an elderly woman's hand during her last breaths so she didn't die alone from the virus.




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Ministers 'warned to prepare for pandemic last year', according to leaked document

Ministers were reportedly warned to prepare for a pandemic virus last year, according to a leaked document.




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Blood plasma trial could lead to treatment for thousands of NHS coronavirus patients




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How long could the coronavirus lockdown last in the UK?

Today on his return to No.10 after being hospitalised for coronavirus, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said lifting lockdown now would "throw away the sacrifice of the British people", adding that "this is the moment of maximum risk".