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Doctor Who Steven Moffat: 'New series is biggest change since 2005'

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Steven Moffat  has teased big changes in  Doctor Who 's eighth series. The show's head writer spoke about Peter Capaldi's casting at  Hay Festival , saying that the new Doctor will bring about the show's biggest changes since 2005. © BBC / Adrian Rogers Steven Moffat says the new series of Doctor Who will be "surprising again" He said: "We haven't made much of change to  Doctor Who  since it came back in 2005. It's been the same show. It's maybe amped some things up and lowered some other things, but it's basically the same. "I just felt it needs to be a bit more different now. It's needs to be surprising again!" he said of his decision to cast an older actor. Moffat also said that casting a "handsome, yet quirky, young man with entertaining hair" would have resulted in the long-running sci-fi series becoming too formulaic.  © REX/Huw Evans Peter Capaldi will be joined by Jenna Cole...

The Reprise

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The Reprise, the reborn, the unspeakable has happened, yes I have kept you updated with loads of blogs over the last six months. Yes that is how long since a proper update from me. The Video is Reprise by Vangelis a truly great song to say I am back from my travels and am able to post free hand again. Now you be asking what has changed, well truth is nothing has changed as of yet, but there is massive changes on it's way. I am still looking for contributors for future posts from you, so if you like to be considered, please do drop me an email at wisewordsforyou@outlook.com

Todays Thought: Pass on

Everything that comes to us, comes to pass or, more accurately, for us to pass on. Not just the money in our pocket, but wisdom, objects, ideas, even opportunities, all come to us, so that, at the right moment, we can pass them on. This is called flow. Being in the flow means being aware that the river of life is flowing to us at every moment. Being in the flow means accepting whatever comes and putting it to good use, before passing it on. Going with the flow means allowing whatever comes to move on freely, without holding on in any way. If we do not pass on, we are trying to block the flow, and that's when we feel pressure in our life. Pressure is always self-inflicted. Every time you feel 'under pressure' look at what you need to release and to pass on to someone else. Once you do you can ...relax...again.

Todays Thought: Offer Up

Free yourself from forcing, expecting or wanting someone to receive what you think they should take - it could be your idea, opinion, or an opportunity you think they should accept - you can't make anyone take anything - your own experience probably confirms this. Offer humbly. Offer gently. Offer as if you are a master, and then let go, and retire like a shy child. When you can dance the dance between being master and child, you'll be surprised how much more others will accept what you have to say, and how much more they appreciate your offerings.

Todays Thought: Connecting With Others

We are normally kind to people who are kind to us. But when someone is not behaving well, we tend to change our attitude, response and behaviour toward that person. We wait for the other person to change before changing ourselves. So we do not find change in others nor in ourselves. When I see others’ inner qualities I connect to them more easily. I will not be dependent on another person’s behaviour for my own growth today. I will see each person’s positive aspects and take them within myself. In this way I will become richer with each interaction.

Coronation Street: Rob Donovan revealed as Tina McIntyre's killer

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Coronation Street  charmer Rob Donovan has been revealed as Tina McIntyre's killer in a dramatic episode of the soap. Rob, played by  Marc Baylis , was responsible for Tina falling from the balcony at the top of the builder's yard as a huge row between them ended in tragedy. Marc Baylis as Rob Donovan Following months of speculation surrounding the barmaid's demise, Tuesday night's episode (May 27) saw Rob follow Tina to the top of the balcony, before a violent tussle led to her falling onto the cobbles below. Rob didn't intend to harm Tina, but the shock accident will lead to her dying in hospital next week  as she slips away when doctors are unable to save her . A furious Rob was arguing with Tina as she had threatened to reveal the truth about her affair with Peter Barlow, as well as Rob's own dodgy business dealings with fiancée Tracy. Although Rob was sickened by Peter's affair, he wanted to spare his sister Carla the heartbreak of finding out ...

Sky News reporter drops the F-bomb as Big Ben interrupts recording

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A Warning before you watch these videos, as they contain bad language, you may be easily offended. It is funny, to some it is isn't and so I am sorry in advance. Oh dear... a Sky News reporter dropped the F-bomb in a pre-recorded piece to camera over the weekend. Chief political correspondent  Jon Craig  was summing up the latest European election news when Big Ben interrupted his train of thought, causing him to respond: "Oh f**king hell." Craig has been with Sky News for over 10 years and has frequented Westminster throughout his career... yet the hourly bongs from the clock tower are apparently still a distraction. FYI, this isn't the first time: And don't forget this infamous slip of the tongue too:

iPhone software update 'could take control of household appliances'

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Apple  is reportedly planning to introduce smart home software to the iPhone, enabling users to control household objects such as lighting and security systems. According to the  Financial Times , the company could reveal its latest technology at its Worldwide Developers Conference on June 2. Apple is said to be working with a number of third-party smart product makers, who would be certified to connect with the iPhone. The software could be used on board an array of household appliances, and may even switch the lights on automatically when a paired handset is detected at the front door. Smart home technology is a growing sector, which competitors such as Google have already invested in. Earlier this year, the Android developer acquired smart thermostat and smoke alarm maker  Nest for $3.2 billion (£1.95bn) . Privacy is a concern which Apple is aware of, one source said, although Apple believes it has the upper hand after a recent filing suggested  Google woul...

Watch Dogs review (PS4): Open-world hacking game a slow starter

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Watch Dogs protagonist Aiden Pearce Release Date:  May 27 (Worldwide) Platforms available on:  PS4, Xbox One, PS3, Xbox 360, PC Developer:   Ubisoft  Montreal Publisher:  Ubisoft Genre:  Action/adventure There's a strong sense during the opening act of  Watch Dogs  that Ubisoft's latest could be the victim of its own hype.  The first act is essentially one long tutorial for an open world game without much it can call its own, barring a few hacks and some cheesy dialogue. Fortunately, as more characters are introduced, more hacks unlocked and new missions opened up,  Watch Dogs  really starts to come into its own. The game revolves around hacker Aiden Pearce's attempts to bring the people behind his niece's murder to justice.  Bedbug is one of the more entertaining supporting characters After some ham-fisted attempts to evoke sympathy and show the strain on Aiden's family life,  Watch Dogs begins to further...

Todays Thought: Creating Harmony

Love dissolves hate. Kindness melts cruelty. Compassion calms passion. Cooperation evokes love and when we bow, others bend. This creates harmony.

Coronation Street rules out Tina McIntyre murder suspect

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Coronation Street  has confirmed that Tracy Barlow is not Tina McIntyre's killer.  A quiz was recently posted on the ITV soap's website entitled,  'Can you eliminate a suspect?' . A 100% score leads to  Kate Ford 's Tracy - one of the four official suspects - being eliminated from the search for Tina's killer. It means that Peter Barlow, Carla Barlow and Rob Donovan are the three remaining suspects in the case. Tina's time on the cobbles comes to a tragic conclusion when one of the local residents  pushes her from the balcony at the top of the builders' yard in tomorrow's (May 27) episode . After being left critically injured, Tina is rushed to hospital. She clings on to life for a few days before finally passing away on Monday, June 2.

Todays Thought: On Becoming Tolerant

When someone disbelieves us, we usually argue back and try to prove our point. Yet we find that the more we talk, the less people listen. Unable to convince them, we end up frustrated. Instead, when someone challenges the truth of my words, I should think about whether they might be right. Rather than stubbornly clinging to my point of view, I could embrace this as an opportunity to learn. Even if I am correct in my thinking, if I become able to understand someone else's point of view without getting angry or refusing to listen, I become tolerant.

24: The Game retrospective: Jack Bauer's mixed mission into games

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First Released:  2006 (PS2) Now Available On:  N/A 24  has never failed to deliver edge-of-your-seat suspense with a generous side helping of guilty pleasure, and the show's  revival series  is proving no exception. When  Sony  teamed up with 2K Games to bring Jack Bauer to PlayStation 2 in 2006, the end result was much the same - an entertaining offering with obvious flaws. 24: The Game  did a lot of things right, from the way it captured the look and feel of the Fox show to the varied gameplay it offered, but these qualities were offset against some major drawbacks. Taking place between season two and three of the show, the game nailed the tone and style of its gogglebox counterpart, borrowing its signature split-screen perspective, creeping camerawork and clock updates. A tight script and strong voice acting from the show's cast, including the ever-reliable Kiefer Sutherland, gave 24: The Game  the kind of authenticity that most lic...

Todays Thought: The Value Of Optimism

When faced with problems it can seem difficult to maintain inner cheer, the mind gets caught up with more and more negativity, fear or worry. Because of this, the problem seems bigger than it is and we lose the ability to find solutions and work constructively. The first step I need to take when I recognise a problem is to smile to myself. When I make sure I am happy within, I know that every situation will pass and has something to teach me. Then I will find solutions come more quickly and easily.

Possible FIFA 15 features and release dates

After a very successful experience with FIFA 14, that time has arrived when footballing gamers check EA Sports’ official website with itchy gaming fingers looking for any news or gossip about the next edition of FIFA. In this case, the excitement and eagerness is for the awaited   FIFA 15 . Here are the news and updates on the next edition of FIFA. EA Sports confirm FIFA 15 will be released this year The COO of EA Sports, Peter Moore, has made the most important announcement for FIFA lovers that there will certainly be a FIFA 15 release this year. The game will bear a resemblance  to its predecessors like 13 & 14 in terms of gameplay. But the biggest modification will be in the game’s graphics and liveliness of the atmosphere. Moore has stated that only the hardcore FIFA fanatics will be able to distinguish the changes in the new instalment from its previous versions.  Moore said , “Once players see the right name on the back of the pla...

Living with epilepsy

There are no rigid guidelines for living with epilepsy, as everyone's condition is different. However, there are some general points that can help. Know your triggers The more you know about the things that trigger your seizures and how to avoid them, the less debilitating your epilepsy will be. Keep a seizure diary to help you work out if you have any triggers. Take your medication Anti-epilepsy medication controls seizures in around 70% of people. Working with your specialist to find the medication that suits you best, and taking it exactly as prescribed, is probably the most effective way to live well with epilepsy. Regular reviews You will have regular reviews of your epilepsy and treatment. This is usually carried out by your GP, but sometimes by your neurologist and their team. If your epilepsy is not well controlled, you may have more frequent reviews. Self-care Self-care is an integral part of daily life. It involves taking responsibili...

eBay data breach: Everything you need to know

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eBay  sparked mass panic among its user base earlier this week when it advised all customers to reset their passwords due to a cyber attack . Hackers are believed to have breached a database housing information on 145 million accounts, gaining access to names, postal and email addresses, phone numbers and more. The incident marks a huge embarrassment for the firm, but what does it mean for its users and what measures do they need to take in its wake? Read on to find out. © Rex Features / KPA/Zuma What was stolen during the eBay data breach and how will it affect me? As we've already touched on, the perpetrators of the eBay cyber attack now have access to names, postal and email addresses, phone numbers and dates of birth of millions of its customers. The hackers are also said to have obtained scores of encrypted passwords, but there is no evidence to suggest that they have been able to decipher them so far. With your personal data out there in cyber space, an increase in...

Poetry Corner

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At the start of the month, I entered a small poem on www.poetrypulse.com entitled A Small Poem about May. I urge you as readers of my Blog to sign up at www.poetrypulse.com. Click join fill in the form You will see a form similar to the one above, as you can see it is very simple to sign up. Once you have signed up, go to Free Monthly Competition, enter your email you signed up with and then you will see the list of poems. Click and vote by clicking on my poem remember it is entitled A Small Poem about May  Closing date is next Saturday and thank you for your vote in advance

Ebay urges users to change passwords

Ebay has asked users to change their passwords following a cyberattack that compromised one of its databases. The auction site said that the database contained encrypted passwords and other non-financial information. The US firm added that it had no evidence of there being unauthorised activity on its members' accounts. However, it said that changing the passwords was "best practice and will help enhance security for eBay users".

Mobile phone child health risk investigation

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The government says mobile phone use should be limited under the age of 16 A major investigation into whether mobile phones and other wireless technologies affect children's mental development is getting under way. The study - funded by the government and industry - will track 2,500 11- and 12-year-olds from September. It will look at their cognitive ability - thinking skills, memory and attention - and then repeat the tests in 2017. The researchers say "very little" is known about what impact these technologies have on children. The World Health Organization has said research in this area is of the "highest priority". More than 160 secondary schools in the outer London area will receive invitations to enrol pupils into the study. Much of the research into mobile phone use has focused on adults and in particular, the risk of brain cancer. No evidence of harm has been established to date. Nonetheless, NHS advice is that children under the age of 16...

E-cigarettes 'help smokers to quit'

Smokers who use e-cigarettes to quit are more likely to succeed than those who use willpower alone or buy nicotine replacement therapies, such as patches or gum, a study suggests. The survey of nearly 6,000 smokers found a fifth had quit with the aid of e-cigarettes. That was 60% higher than those who did not use the devices, the study said. The University College London team said they were "cautiously positive" about the role e-cigarettes could play. E-cigarette use has shot up in recent years. Action on Smoking and Health estimate there are more than 2m people using them - triple the number from two years ago. Half of current or ex-smokers have not tried them compared to 8% in 2010. Users experience the sensation of smoking by inhaling a vapour which contains a concentration of nicotine. But they remain controversial. The Welsh government wants to restrict their use in public places, because of fears they normalise smoking. 'Widespread appeal' H...

World Cup hero Wilkinson to retire

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World Cup-winning former England fly-half Jonny Wilkinson will retire from rugby at the end of the season. Wilkinson made 91 appearances for England and kicked the drop-goal that won the  2003 World Cup. The final two games of the 34-year-old Toulon player's career will be Saturday's Heineken Cup final against Saracens and the French Top 14 final against Castres the following weekend. "I'd like to focus all my energy on the team and the final two games," he said. "It goes without saying that I have an enormous number of people to thank for their support from all around the world but especially here in France and in England. "I sincerely thank you all for everything you have given me and for making these last 17 years something I will never forget." Wilkinson, who will join the Toulon coaching staff at the end of the season, retires as one of just five men to score 1,000 points in international rugby, with his total of 1,246 second onl...

Louis van Gaal has been named as Manchester United manager, with Ryan Giggs as his assistant.

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Louis van Gaal has been named as Manchester United manager, with Ryan Giggs as his assistant. Van Gaal, 62, has signed a three-year contract to succeed David Moyes. The Dutchman, who has won titles with Ajax, Barcelona, Bayern Munich and AZ Alkmaar, will take charge at Old Trafford after leading the Netherlands at this summer's World Cup in Brazil. "This club has big ambitions. I too have big ambitions," he said. "Together I'm sure we will make history." Van Gaal said he had always wanted to work in the Premier League. He added: "To work as a manager for Manchester United, the biggest club in the world, makes me very proud. "I have managed in games at Old Trafford before and know what an incredible arena Old Trafford is and how passionate and knowledgeable the fans are." After ending the reign of Moyes in April after a troubled 10 months, United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward is convinced he has appointed the right man th...

Coronation Street confirms Tina McIntyre murder suspects

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Coronation Street  bosses have today (May 18) officially confirmed the four suspects in the upcoming Tina McIntyre murder storyline. As widely predicted in recent months, the four potential killers have been named as Peter Barlow, Carla Barlow, Tracy Barlow and Rob Donovan. Coronation Street  fans won't have long to wait to find out who the culprit is, as the episode airing on Tuesday, May 27 will see one of Tina's enemies push her from the balcony on the top of Owen Armstrong's building yard. The storyline will not play out as a 'whodunit' mystery as the culprit is revealed in the episode itself. After being left critically injured by the fall, Tina is rushed to hospital. She then clings onto life for a few days before finally passing away on Monday, June 2. Viewers know that Peter has been having a long-running affair with Tina, but he ends up with a motive to kill the barmaid when she threatens to destroy his marriage. Tina and Peter on the balcony ...