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The researcher spent 10 years studying how attitude affects mood and behaviour, and her new book shares ways in which we can learn to value the colder monthsKari Leibowitz holds a PhD in social psychology from Stanford University, where she studied the role of our mindsets on our health and wellbeing. For the past 10 years, Leibowitz has been investigating people’s attitudes to winter and the ways they can powerfully affect our mood and behaviour – research that has culminated in her debut book, How to Winter: Harnessing Your Mindset to Thrive in Cold, Dark Or Difficult Times.As a Fulbright scholar, you moved from Atlanta to the University of Tromsø in Norway. The polar night there lasts for almost two months. How did that experience inform your views of winter?I was looking for a resea...

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11 hours ago Actor Chiwetel Ejiofor: ‘I was told I’d never do well as an actor unless I changed my name’

The 12 Years a Slave star on hoarding, lying about running, and getting torn to shreds for driving badlyBorn in London, Chiwetel Ejiofor, 47, trained at the National Youth Theatre and Lamda. In 2008, he won an Olivier for his Othello at the Donmar Warehouse, London. His performance in the 2013 film 12 Years a Slave gained him an Oscar nomination and the best actor Bafta. His other work includes Rob Peace, which he also wrote and directed, Endgame and Doctor Strange. His latest Marvel movie is Venom: The Last Dance, out on 25 October. He lives in London with his partner and child.What is your greatest fear? It’s actually people knowing how fearful I am. Continue reading...

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12 hours ago Angelina Jolie's beau makes sweet gesture for her at London Film Festival

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21 hours ago Angelina Jolie is supported by 'boyfriend' Akala as they both attend the London premiere of her film Maria after going Instagram official

The actress, 49 sparked romance rumors with the British rapper, 40, when they were seen emerging from her hotel during Venice International Film Festival in August.

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25 hours ago Angelina Jolie Suits Up for London Film Festival Premiere of ‘Maria’ Movie!

Angelina Jolie Suits Up for London Film Festival Premiere of ‘Maria’ Movie!  Just Jared

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25 hours ago Angelina Jolie Suits Up for London Film Festival Premiere of 'Maria' Movie!

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26 hours ago Angelina Jolie cuts a glamorous figure in black suit and boots as she attends the London premiere of her film

Angelina Jolie cuts a glamorous figure in black suit and boots as she attends the London premiere of her film  Daily Mail

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26 hours ago Angelina Jolie is supported by 'boyfriend' Akala as they both attend the London premiere of her film Maria aft

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26 hours ago Angelina Jolie Wore Dolce & Gabbana To The ‘Maria’ London Film Festival Screening

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