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Zombie Apocalypse? Don’t Worry, The Government Is Prepared

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Are you worried about a Zombie apocalypse? Well don’t be. The government has a plan and more of that in a mo. First thing is first though folks. Whether or not you are worried about a zombie apocalypse (or are a fan of zombie comics, books, films and games) you would have to have been living under a rock or have had your brains eaten by a zombie not to know about the huge pop culture that surrounds them. Let’s face it. The idea has had plenty of time to grow and gather momentum and cultural force. Since the creatures origins in Haitian voodoo and its film debut in 1932’s White Zombie to more recent and staggeringly popular films such as 28 days later, Land of The Dead and Shaun of the Dead, the idea of these ‘fugitives from the undertaker’ (who will take over the planet and the brains of the living without so much as a please or thank you) has gripped more than just the imaginations of people all across the world. Despite the fact that Zombies are NOT real (sorry to all ‘Zombi

Top 10 Quadcopter Photography Tips

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There was a time when RC toys were for little boy’s but now they are collected, made and cherished by men and women of all ages. From the simple RC cars invented in the 1960s, the world of RC toys has grown to include boats, helicopters and now… quadcopters.  The quadcopter has not just got RC enthusiasts excited. With a rising number of models that include a built-in camera, quadcopters have got the attention of photographers seeking to achieve the ultimate aerial photography shot. Here are my top tips on using your quadcopter for photography: Pre-flight Preparation 1. Test Your Battery Always have a battery tester with you when you are planning a quadcopter photography session. Before the flight plug the battery tester in to make sure all of the cells are working. 2. Spin the Motors Just give the motors a quick spin before you start the flight. If you hear any noises while they are spinning you can ascertain if it is safe to fly. Often there may be a small

How Simple To-Do Lists Can Help You Manage Your Finances

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With so many financial obligations nowadays it’s understandable if you can’t seem to stay on top of your finances. Fortunately, the simplest of tools can make the biggest difference even for complicated matters such as managing your expenditures. A simple-to-do list can alleviate your budgeting concerns. Here are a couple you can try: The To-Budget List The budget list is straightforward: it’s an itemised list of obligations you need to plan for when you get your net income. The catch here is that you partition your net income to plan ahead for expected spending. So what happens in this list is you take note of everything you’re expecting to pay for a given period, and you figure out how much of your net income goes to which. For example: Loans and mortgages: 25% Credit card : 10% Utility bills: 15% Savings: 20% This list is pretty general and vague, but you should still get the idea. The To-Prioritise List Setting priorities is one of the most significant facets

Last Minute Valentine’s Day Ideas for the Man with No Plan

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Not got your Valentine’s plans in order yet? With just three days to go, this last minute Valentine’s ideas and gift guide is for you. Whether you are single or taken, here as some great ideas to help you have a decent Valentine’s Day this year. Dude, what do you mean you haven’t booked a table yet? If that got your attention and you, like many other fellas, have left your Valentine’s plans for your girlfriend, wife or your mates to the last-minute then you've come to right place. That said, you need to get on the phone sharpish if you plan to take your women out for a Valentine’s Day dinner for two or want a meal out with friends. There are so many Valentine’s meal deals available that may help you out if you are skint, fingers crossed, there might even be some left! For The Novice Man with a Girlfriend & No Plan When it comes to finding a last-minute gift there are so many things you can do quickly that will get you maximum brownie points with your women. Did you s