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Psychologist Dr. Pamela Rutledge has provided reasons behind our obsession with true crime TV

Psychologist Explains Our Lockdown Obsession With True Crime TV

From documentaries examining historic crimes in forensic detail to TV shows that dramatise the lives of notorious murderers, we have become a nation obsessed with the true crime genre.

But what is driving this true crime obsession?

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The 10 best German book websites on the Internet

Digital or electronic books have been around for decades, but it wasn’t until the 1990s that people started to take notice, and businesses realized there was a potential market there.

Traditionally, someone wanting to read on their morning commute would try and sit crammed between other passengers while holding their latest paperback. To describe this experience as enjoyable would be...

Why is the Leprechaun used for online casino games so much?

In modern society, there is really only one place in which you’d encounter a leprechaun. No, it’s not at the end of a rainbow guarding a pot of gold, it’s online at a site offering casino games. The online casino industry has a longstanding connection with leprechauns and the concept of finding luck and possibly treasure. But why is the leprechaun theme so prevalent in the online casino...

Advice to help you choose the perfect venue for your wedding

Perhaps aside from the birth of a new child, for most people, a wedding is the biggest event of their lives and takes the most planning. Once you’ve set a date, the next most important decision you’ll need to consider is where to host the wedding and reception. These days, many people are shying away from a traditional church service, instead choosing to hold both the ceremony and reception...

Big Screen Movies tops the list of most anticipated experiences post-lockdown

43% of Brits are Most Excited About the Return to Cinemas

At the start of 2020, a YouGov survey showed 40% of Brits preferred streaming movies at home rather than going to the cinema. But one year on, most of us have totally exhausted our Netflix, Prime and Disney+ catalogues, with 2 in 3 people admitting that cinema is an experience that simply can’t be created at home.

Now, the authentic cinema experience has shot to the top of everyone’s...

Skipping intros could save you up to 30 hours per year

Revealed: Skipping TV intros can save you 30 hours a year!

Over the last year, many of us have had the opportunity to binge our all-time favourite shows. And whilst the intros may be iconic, we’ve all hit that skip button now and then. But how much time does it actually save you?

New research by Office Furniture Online looks at the TV intros of some of our favourite shows and how much time hitting skip actually saves you.

It turns...

5 Tips when buying jewellery as gifts

The act of gift giving is one of the most thoughtful actions on earth but can also be a difficult experience. When getting a gift for someone, you want to make sure that the person you're gifting will like it and cherish it. Jewellery is one of the most person specific gifts. It's considered as an accessory but may be one of the most defining parts of a person's outfit or look. Picking out...

Will welcome offers at online casinos change in the future?

Welcome bonuses and offers are ubiquitous across the internet now. Whether you sign up to a new shopping app, or join a new online fitness programme, you’re likely to be faced with a free incentive to get you started. It could be argued that it was the online casino industry that made offers so prevalent. The highly competitive sector has been awash with promotions since its early days, and...

Fans were disappointed with the season finale of Line of Duty

TV fans voted Line of Duty more disappointing than the GOT finale

TV fans have ranked Line of Duty the most disappointing series finale episode, knocking the likes of Game of Thrones and Lost off their top spot.

Having a day to recover, a survey by idealo.co.uk asked 2,002 TV fans which TV series’ endings had disappointed them the most.

The survey found that 30% of viewers said Line of Duty, with Game of Thrones coming second, as voted for...

How to choose a smartphone for a game with a live dealer

Smartphones are among gadgets that online casinos have explored to provide gamers with a more relaxing gaming experience away from home. Using a portable device like mobile makes it easier for gamers to access most online casinos and games. Currently, a player can try playing live lobbies and enjoy the best titles from the best software developers in the industry. Some of the factors that...

London Mayoral Election: Who has held the post in the past?

Those residing in the English capital have a big decision to make on May 6th, as the polls open for the London Mayoral Election. Londoners were due to post their ballot this time last year. However, the rapid spread of the coronavirus pandemic pushed the election back by 12 months, giving incumbent mayor Sadiq Khan an extra year in office.

The latest polls are indicating that Khan is...