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McDonald’s Toasted Deli Sandwiches

Mc Donald’s will soon be introducing its new Toasted Deli Sandwiches to the menu of stores in the UK after trials of the Deli Sandwiches in London made a success, the Deli Sandwiches have already been around in the US and have been making a great success there. This step is a step towards Mc Donald’s offering more healthy food

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The Island 2005 is a great film to watch

Today I watched one of the most recent movies to hit the cinemas, it’s called The Island. I’m not a great film reviewer but I can tell you this now, if you like movies that have a thrill to them then I recommend that you go and see it, I’ve been waiting for months too see it and I know

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The Optimus Keyboard

Russian scientists have invented a computer keyboard where each key has its own tiny video screen. Every key of the Optimus keyboard is a stand-alone display showing exactly what it is controlling at this very moment. It means the symbols on the keys can be changed to show different languages or symbols at a stroke. Every single key of the

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Run London 2005

Nike has launched an outdoor campaign to promote its Run London event, which is set to be the capital’s largest ever running event to date. In terms of numbers, the 45,000-plus participants of Run London means that it could possible exceed the scale of the London Marathon. The advertising campaign has been created by Wieden & Kennedy London and uses

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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory 2005

I watched Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005) today and I can defiantly say it’s a great film, well worth watching, there’s something in it for everybody. Cast & Credits Willy Wonka: Johnny Depp Charlie Bucket: Freddie Highmore Grandpa Joe: David Kelly Mrs. Bucket: Helena Bonham Carter Mr. Bucket: Noah Taylor Mrs. Beauregarde: Missi Pyle Mr. Salt: James Fox Oompa

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Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter launched

The $720m (£397m) Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) has just launched into space at the time of 0740 local time (1145 GMT 1243 BST). This was the probes third attempt of being launched into space after two days of delays with weather troubles and sensor malfunctions. The probe is on its way to Mars on a four-year mission to map and