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Alexander McMahon

The Caped Author

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The Dead Finish

The concept of a ‘deadline’ comes from early 20th century American newspaper jargon, which was in itself inspired by a famous story from the American Civil War (http://www.todayifoundout.com/index.php/2014/01/origin-deadline/) in which detainees within a prison stockade could not cross a line... Continue Reading →

New Year, New Me?

The New Year is in, and people are touting their relief across the internet, in the newspapers and on the streets. People are glad to be rid of 2016, which saw the passing of many beloved celebrities and the rise... Continue Reading →

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