73 m. ago 21 fan theories that will completely change the way you watch iconic movies

Louis Chilton takes a look at some of the craziest bits of cinematic speculation out there... that could well be true

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92 m. ago Chasing the Dark by Ben Machell review – the original ghostbuster

An entrancing biography of Tony Cornell, who displayed a scientist’s commitment to impartiality as he investigated the paranormalMy first and only experience with a Ouija board occurred when I was 11, at a friend’s house. It was good, spooky fun until it wasn’t. I recall movement and the start of a message before we recoiled from the board. Later that evening, I learned that my grandfather had died. While I realise now that a boy with a terminally ill relative and a lurid imagination was not the most reliable witness, I remember wanting to believe that I’d had a brush with the uncanny.When Times journalist Ben Machell’s dying grandmother bequeathed him a crystal ball, he began idly searching for mediums and happened across the work of a man named Tony Cornell. Between 1952 and 2004, Cornell worked (unpaid and to the detriment of two marriages) for the Society for Psychical Research (SPR). Weeding out deception and delusion from accounts of paranormal activity to find out w...

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2 h. ago Church of Scotland sale row intensifies with communities only given weeks to bid

In the last three years, the Church has sold 31 church and hall properties to local groups, but communities across Scotland say they continue to feel betrayed by the sale process.

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2 h. ago Trump swallowing Putin’s lies is a bigger threat to Ukraine than bombs | Rafael Behr

In Alaska the Russian leader will claim to want peace, but only on his terms – and play on the president’s desperation to ‘make a deal’ quicklyWars do not have to be won. Total victories loom largest in the popular imagination because those are the stories nations always tell to sustain patriotic feeling. The fuller version of history is written in stalemates.That is worth remembering when Donald Trump meets Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday. Both leaders have incentives to pretend that Ukraine’s fate can be settled decisively without any Ukrainians at the negotiating table. That doesn’t make it so. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Uniqlo shoppers say bestselling £4 linen trousers are 'cool and lightweight' for the office

"Bought for work but the fit is so versatile you can wear them anywhere. Will be getting them in other colours."

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2 h. ago Breakthrough therapy helps worst chronic low back pain sufferers feel better... and it lasts for years

Researchers in Australia are now urging other doctors to prescribe their patients the therapy, saying it could reduce symptoms of back pain for up to three years.

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3 h. ago ‘Trump is a horror story, isn’t he?’ Stephen King on villains, dark secrets and dreams

One of the world’s most successful authors answers readers’ questions on his sources of inspiration, the colour of fear, knowing when to quit – and why manual labour is invaluable for writersI once entered a short story competition in the Guardian, judged by you, but failed. Is it simply a case of trying until something sticks? Or is accepting a lack of talent a relief over chasing an impossible dream? EvolAnthWell, it’s not necessarily a lack of talent. I think everybody has talent, but you have to hone it. The more you do it, the more you like it. And when you have talent, you want to do it, you know? You signed my copy of Christine with the words “Keep on screaming for vengeance” because I was wearing a Judas Priest badge. Is music still important to you? RobFramptonYeah, music is still important to me. I’ve moved on from Judas Priest because I couldn’t get the rights to use the lyrics from You’ve Got Another Thing Comin’ for my [2008] novel, Duma Key. So I’ve moved on to Rancid,...

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3 h. ago Tesco's 'gorgeous' £18 shoppers love comes in 'beautiful' colour

Tesco F&F Clothing is selling a new shirt that fans are keen to get their hands on - and they say it looks “gorgeous”

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3 h. ago 'I'm a weight loss doctor, this 49p tinned food could help slash cholesterol'

This vitamin-packed food could also help you feel fuller for longer, aiding weight loss efforts

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4 h. ago Dear Coleen: 'I want to leave my husband for my lover but I'm scared my kids will hate me'

"I don’t want to hurt anyone, but feel if I stay in this unhappy marriage, I’ll suffer myself. Am I selfish for feeling this way? I don’t know what to do."

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4 h. ago Netflix adds 'incredible yet devastating' true story film that leaves fans in floods of tears

Netflix fans have been left 'heartbroken' after watching the biopic about a famous wrestling family, starring Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White.

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7 h. ago More than HALF of women say they do not feel safe in their local area

Some 60 per cent of women fear for their safety when out shopping or going for a walk and 51 per cent are worried about being harassed or sexually assaulted.

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8 h. ago London's most purchased beauty product revealed: colour changing lipstick

London’s favourite beauty products revealed using real shopping data

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9 h. ago Christine McGuinness says 'it's my fault' and shares surprising details about Paddy split

Christine McGuinness has opened up about her split from ex-husband Paddy McGuinness in a candid chat on Celebs Go Dating, admitting she still feels like it was 'her fault'

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12 h. ago Canadians steer clear of US as travel from north falls for seventh month

Numbers of return road and air trips continue to fall after trade policy row and threats to annex countryTravel to the US by Canadian residents has continued to drop significantly for the seventh month in a row, as new data confirms that Donald Trump’s threats have helped upend the summer tourism season.Months of aggressive rhetoric from the White House have prompted widespread boycotts of US products by Canadians, who have also sworn off visits to their southern neighbour amid lingering feelings of betrayal and anger. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago Emmerdale Mike's true identity as vile plan for Vinny revealed in distressing scenes

It was a shock night in Emmerdale tonight as Mike's true identity and vile plan for Vinny Dingle was revealed as he exposed his true colours before attacking him for money

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13 h. ago David de Gea shows true colours with heartwarming Bruno Fernandes gesture at Man United reunion

David de Gea returned to Manchester United on Saturday afternoon

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13 h. ago 11 greatest misheard song lyrics from ABBA to the Kings of Leon

Is there anyone among us who’s never confidently belted out the wrong lyrics to a song? Our rundown of top misunderstandings should make you feel better

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13 h. ago Emmerdale double exit sealed in Aaron storyline as star reveals all on emotional scenes

Could a double exit be on the cards as John Sugden continues to struggle with what he has done to Nate and others, and Aaron starts to feel regret over his liaison with ex Robert?

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13 h. ago Next shoppers say £22 dress fits 'nicely in the right places' and it comes in four colours

"Easy throw on item and great breathable fabric for the warmer days. Very flattering"

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