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The Allure of TV Vampires: From Seductive Bad Boys to Queer Icons
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The Allure of TV Vampires: From Seductive Bad Boys to Queer Icons

TV audiences are remarkably forgiving when a fictional character wields fangs and dons velvet. Take, for instance, the musical drama The Vampire Lestat, which achieved cult status in the US and has now arrived in the UK, with Sam Reid's powerful portrayal of Lestat captivating view

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Screen Time's Unexpected Link to Kids' Cognitive Skills
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Screen Time's Unexpected Link to Kids' Cognitive Skills

A Finnish study has uncovered an unexpected correlation between screen usage and cognitive capabilities. Children who spent more time in front of screens as they grew tended to exhibit enhanced cognitive processing during their adolescent years. One of the lead researchers advises agai

September 1, 2026

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Sam Eley's Basil Crumbwick: A Hilarious, Cantankerous Cult Hit
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Sam Eley's Basil Crumbwick: A Hilarious, Cantankerous Cult Hit

Edinburgh's venues often host late-night cult favorites, reminiscent of past hits like Rob Kemp's mashup or Joe Kent-Walters' portrayal of Frankie Monroe. Sam Eley, in his role as Basil Crumbwick, bears a slight resemblance to Frankie Monroe, emerging as this year's potent

September 1, 2026

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