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Susan Boyle : Susan Boyle’s stalker fears

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:25:05 +0000

Britain’s Got Talent star Susan Boyle has been given extra security after a crazed stalker turned up at her home.

Boyle, 48, had at first been bombarded by weird letters from the middle-aged American woman after she became famous, but the stalker later decided to visit her house in West Lothian, Scotland.

Luckily a bodyguard intercepted her, but the incident is said to have left Boyle “shaken up”.

When Simon Cowell was informed, he instantly ordered more protection for her.

“Simon is not taking any chances,” the Sun quoted a source as saying.

“This woman is constantly following Susan around the world. It is a middle-aged American woman who has become obsessed with her.

“At first, people thought it was no more than a nuisance. But after what happened to Leona everyone is taking extra precautions.

“This is an important month for Susan and everyone wants it to go smoothly,” the source added. (ANI)

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Michael Jackson : Jackson-Presley’s marriage certificate up for grabs soon

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:23:51 +0000

The marriage certificate of Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley will soon be auctioned.

The King of Pop and Elvis Presley’s daughter signed the document in 1994 after a 15-minute marriage ceremony in the Dominican Republic on 26 May.

The certificate will go under the hammer at an estate sale in New York in January next year.

Auctioneer Philip Weiss expects the bid to be high.

“Anything relating to Michael Jackson is of extreme interest right now because of his untimely death and the release of the movie (This Is It),” Contactmusic quoted him as saying.

He added: “But when you have an item that combines his name and legend with the Presley name and legend – their marriage certificate no less – with both of their signatures on it, you’ve got something that’s almost impossible to predict what it will bring at auction.”

Jackson and Presley had parted ways in 1996. (ANI)

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Lindsay Lohan : Lindsay Lohan has been cutting herself, claims mum

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:22:38 +0000

Lindsay Lohan’s mother Dina has said that the actress has been worrying her family by cutting herself.

In leaked phone calls, Dina has been heard telling Lindsay’s father Michael how their 23-year-old daughter has been self-harming as the ‘Mean Girls’ star’s life spirals more and more out of control.

“Her cutting herself and hurting herself? Yeah, it’s bad Michael, it’s bad,” Contactmusic quoted her as telling Michael in a phone call posted by Radar Online.

Dina also told Michael – who is estranged from Lindsay – it would be his fault if anything tragic happened to her.

In the 2008, phone call, she said: “I know that it’s going to happen. I will feel it’s all your fault, that’s how I will feel, it’s not about me.”

Lindsay has previously been pictured with scars on her arm, prompting fears she is harming herself. (ANI)

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Russell Brand : Brand, Perry ‘record rendition of Edward Lear’s nonsense verse’

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:21:57 +0000

Russell Brand and partner Katy Perry have reportedly recorded a rendition of poet Edward Lear’s 1871 nonsense verse ‘The Owl And The Pussycat’.

The couple did the recording at the famous Sunset Sound studios, where the likes of The Rolling Stones, The Beach Boys and The Doors have made music in the past.

“Russell was just messing around in the studio with Katy. He was pretending to sing into the mic and started reciting the poem, The Owl And The Pussycat, with the lines, ‘Oh lovely Pussy! Oh Pussy my love, what a beautiful Pussy you are’,” the Sun quoted a source as saying.

The insider added: “It transpired the poem is a private joke between the couple.

“Russell apparently recited it to Katy during their Thailand holiday and they often use the nicknames Owl and Pussycat. Russell is ‘Owl’ because he’s wise and, well, it’s fairly obvious that Katy’s a sex kitten, isn’t it?

“He has an amazing delivery. Katy blushed at the line, ‘O let us be married, too long have we tarried’ then joined in, singing a refrain to Russell’s speech.

“That’s when it dawned on everyone. It was actually really good. With work, it could be a really interesting track, evocative of The Goons or Monty Python. They were very harmonious. Everyone was transfixed.” (ANI)

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Sean Connery undergoes shoulder surgery

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:21:19 +0000

Sir Sean Connery has reportedly undergone surgery to fix his damaged shoulder.

The veteran actor was said to be recovering at his home in the Bahamas following the procedure in October.

“Sir Sean is in fine shape and recovering well,” Contactmusic quoted a source as telling Britain’s The Sun.

The 79-year-old purportedly went in for the operation because the injury was keeping him from playing his favourite sport – golf. (ANI)

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Now, Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart caught holding hands

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:20:53 +0000

Twilight stars Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart have once again fuelled rumours of romance after the couple was photographed holding hands in Paris.

The duo whose onscreen affair has been a hit, have been travelling around the world to promote the second flick of the series, The Twilight Saga: New Moon.

Although, both the actors have always denied dating reports, gossip started doing the rounds again when the pair was seen making out outside a Hollywood screening of the film sequel in October.

“Rob wanted a cigarette so he went outside with Kristen for about 15 minutes. They were hugging, as Rob was smoking his cigarette, and then he leaned down and kissed her on the lips. He had his arm around her almost the whole time,” the Daily Express quoted a source, as telling UsMagazine.com.

Fresh speculation about the two has now been sparked off after Stewart was snapped as she clung on to Pattinson’s hand while boarding a plane at Le Bourget airport in France. (ANI)

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James Kirk : Star Trek’s Captain James Kirk falls for Iron Man 2 actress

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:20:18 +0000

Star Trek’s Captain James Kirk actor Chris Pine is said to have fallen for Iron Man 2 actress and model Olivia Munn.

According to Us Weekly magazine, Pine, 29, is reportedly smitten after just one month of dating Munn, 29, who is a successful model in addition to her acting career.

The actor’s romantic exploits last hit the headlines in May when he was spotted enjoying a dinner date with reality TV star Audrina Patridge, reports the Daily Telegraph.

Pine reportedly dumped Patridge just weeks later after allegedly tiring of all the media attention.

But Pine has moved on and has now found happiness with the Iron Man 2 actress and US TV host Munn. (ANI)

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Peter Andre : Peter Andre fulfils dying girl’s wish to meet him

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:19:46 +0000

Jessica Beresford’s dream of meeting singer Peter Andre came true when the five-year-old, who is battling against a life-threatening illness, met him on his new reality TV show, Peter Andre: The Next Chapter.

The little Jessica from Dudley in the West Midlands suffers from acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, a cancer of the white blood cells marked by excess lymphoblasts.

Her wish to meet Andre was fulfilled when she was taken to the Radisson SAS Hotel in central London, before a pink limousine drove her for a rendezvous with the Aussie crooner at the Crazy Bear Club in London’s Covent Garden for filming.

“I can’t believe I just met Peter. Mummy – did that just happen?” the Mirror quoted Jessica, as exclaiming.

Her mother Debbie Hickman said: “This has been the best day ever for Jessica, she loves Peter and this day will stay with us forever.”

Jessica and her parents were later taken for a meal at The Rainforest Cafe in Piccadilly Circus.

Talking about his meeting with the kid Andre said: “Jessica is a lovely little girl and she just has to keep smiling for her mum and dad. I am so pleased to have met her today, she is a very brave little girl.”

The programme will be aired today at 9pm on ITV2.

Make-A-Wish Foundation UK, which grants wishes of children and young people with life-threatening illnesses, had organised the event. (ANI)

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Sting calls X Factor ‘televised karaoke’

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:19:13 +0000

Rocker Sting has slammed popular show X Factor, insisting it is little more than ”televised karaoke”.

He also hit out at the programme’s judges for appearing to show more concern with their own careers and for having ”no recognisable talent”.

The five-time Grammy Award winner claims that the real musical flair was to be found in pubs and clubs, rather than on a ”preposterous” talent show.

”I am sorry but none of those kids are going to go anywhere, and I say that sadly,” the Telegraph quoted him as telling London’s Evening Standard.

”They are humiliated when they get sent off. How appalling for a young person to feel that rejection. It is a soap opera, which has nothing to do with music.

“In fact, it has put music back decades. Television is very cynical,” he added.

‘The Police’ hitmaker said he had kept an open mind to begin with but added: ”Basically I was looking at televised karaoke where they conform to stereotypes.

”They are either Mariah Carey or Whitney Houston or Boyzone and are not encouraged to create any real unique signature or fingerprint.”

”That cannot come from TV. The X Factor is a preposterous show and you have judges who have no recognisable talent apart from self-promotion, advising them what to wear and how to look. It is appalling,” he added.

Sting said X Factor would never bring in the money generated by the music industry in the past, adding: ”The real shop floor for musical talent is pubs and clubs, that is where the original work is. But they are being closed down on a daily basis. It is impossible to put an act on in a pub.” (ANI)

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Eva Mendes : Eva Mendes uses her sex-symbol status to secure film roles

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:13:31 +0000

Actress Eva Mendes has revealed that she turns on her sexuality when she needs to secure film roles.

Mendes, 35, admits she’s not afraid to use her sex-symbol status to get what she wants.

“I don’t allow myself to be typecast, but when I have to turn up the heat and turn up the sexuality and I do an amazing Calvin Klein campaign it’s very conscious, that’s no accident. It’s very methodical on my part,” Fox News quoted her as saying.

“If I feel it’s appropriate to show some nudity in the scenes then I go for it. As much as I use my sexuality, I have never felt exploited. I feel like it’s on my terms and I have no problem with it,” she added. (ANI)

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Robert Pattinson : Robert Pattinson says Twilight craze is like ‘a virus’

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:12:37 +0000

‘Twilight’ actor Robert Pattinson has described the film’s sequel’s growing craze as ‘a virus.’

The star, who was present at the UK fan party for New Moon, said he is surprised by the movie’s popularity.

”We went to Japan earlier on in the year. There wasn’t that much of a reaction – but last week when we went again, it suddenly exploded, the same as here,” the Telegraph quoted him as saying.

He added: “I don’t know how, it just explodes so quickly. It takes seven months to take hold – it’s like a virus.’

“I’m only here for a couple of hours. I used to live round the corner – it’s really bizarre being in Battersea Park.

”It’s so funny being close to home and the same thing happens. I always thought it was a foreign thing.”

The film released in the UK on November 20. (ANI)

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New ‘boob job’ bra boosts breasts’ size in seconds!

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:08:40 +0000

Lingerie giant Ultimo has come up with a new ‘Day To Night’ bra that claims to increase women’s assets by two cup sizes in seconds.

The firm’s latest invention could see boob job clinics going bust, for it is pain-free and costs 24 pounds.

The revolutionary bra can be worn for work and then boosted for a night on the town by adding silicone pouches – made from the same material used in breast implants.

These push the boobs together and up, for a natural-look cleavage.

“The effect of this bra is both visible and dramatic without the drastic measures of surgery, proving you don’t have to spend 35,000 pounds on new boobs like Amy Winehouse,” the Sun quoted Ultimo boss Michelle Mone as saying.

Model Tal Berkovich, 24, tested the new bra and said: “I love my boobs in this bra and I would definitely wear it on a night out. It’s actually really comfortable as well.” (ANI)

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Angelina Jolie : Jolie set to adopt another child – but without Pitt?

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:06:21 +0000

Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie is reportedly planning to adopt another child from Syria.

According to OK! magazine, the ‘Tom Raider’ star, who raises six children with partner Brad Pitt is heading to the Middle East to adopt a girl from Syria.

However, Pitt isn’t interested adding another child to their family.

“He has made it clear that six children are more than he can handle,” the Daily Telegraph quoted a source as saying.

“The idea of one more seemed ludicrous, but Angie is determined to complete her rainbow family,” she added. (ANI)

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Jessica Biel : Jessica Biel has a ‘girl crush’ on Jennifer Garner

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:05:07 +0000

Jessica Biel has confessed that she has a crush on actress Jennifer Garner.

However, the beauty suggested that she isn’t exactly sexually attracted to the ‘Daredevil’ star.

“My girl crush is Jen Garner at the moment (but) here’s the thing with girl crushes: it’s more of a respect thing,” the Daily Star quoted her as saying.

She added: “It’s like, you’re beautiful, you’re cool, you look and seem like somebody I would want to hang out with and your career is awesome.”

Garner married Ben Affleck in June 29, 2005 and has two babies with him. (ANI)

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Dannii Minogue : Dannii Minogue named ‘Ultimate TV Personality of the Year’

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:03:43 +0000

Dannii Minogue has been named ‘Ultimate TV Personality of the Year’.

The 38-year-old Aussie was honoured at Cosmopolitan magazine’s annual bash, reports the Sun.

After picking up the award at Banqueting House in London’s Whitehall, Dannii said she felt ‘euphoric’.

And she credited her boyfriend Kris Smith, saying: “When you’re having a good time at work and in your love life, I guess it shows on your face.”

Dannii also said that she was ‘amazed’ at her good fortune after enduring some ‘difficult situations last year’ amid stories of a rivalry with Cheryl Cole, a claim she denies.

Her older sister Kylie, 41, said: “I’m so proud of my sister. She has worked really hard and is shining right now. Doing The X Factor with her this year made me appreciate how hard her job is, and how great she is at it.”

Other stars who picked up Women of the Year awards included Holly Willoughby, who was named Ultimate TV Presenter, while Gavin and Stacey star Ruth Jones picked up the Ultimate Funny Woman crown.

The awards were picked by a panel including Fearne Cotton and Alesha Dixon. (ANI)

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Steven Tyler : Steven Tyler says he’s not quitting Aerosmith

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:02:27 +0000

Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler has put rumours of him quitting the band at rest.

The singer made the revelation after joining guitarist and bandmate of 40 years Joe Perry on stage in New York.

“I just want New York to know, I am not leaving Aerosmith,” the BBC quoted Tyler as saying.

Perry previously said there had been no communication between him and Tyler for months and the band were on a hunt for a new frontman.

Speaking to the Las Vegas Sun newspaper, he said: “Steven quit as far as I can tell.” (ANI)

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Rachel McAdams : Rachel McAdams to play Black Cat in next Spider Man flick?

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:01:42 +0000

Actress Rachel McAdams may play comic book villainess Black Cat in the next installment of Spider Man series.

The ‘Notebook’ star is reportedly negotiating the deal with movie bosses.

If she signs up, viewers will get to see her play the costumed alter-ego of Felicia Hardy, Peter Parker’s new found love.

“She falls in love with Peter Parker, and uncovers his true identity. Her father then dies, and Hardy becomes a threat to Peter Parker,” the Daily Star quoted a source as telling film website Heyuguys.co.uk.

Meanwhile, Tobey Maguire and Kirsten Dunst are set to reprise their roles.

The film will be directed by Sam Raimi and is scheduled to release in 2011. (ANI)

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Teens don’t care much about hygiene while cooking

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:59:55 +0000

Teenagers are more likely to cross-contaminate raw foods when preparing frozen foods, a study has found.

Researchers from Kansas State University sought to determine actual food handling behaviour of both adults and adolescents and what could be done to enhance the safety of frozen foods.

Lead author Doug Powell, K-State associate professor of food safety, found that teenagers were also less likely than adults to wash their hands while cooking.

Casey Jacob, a food safety research assistant at K-State said: “While half of the adults we observed washed their hands after touching raw chicken, none of the adolescents did.

“The non-existent hand washing rate, combined with certain age-specific behaviors like hair flipping and scratching in a variety of areas, could lead directly to instances of cross-contamination compared to the adults.”

In addition to Jacob and Powell, other authors who contributed to the study were Sarah DeDonder, K-State doctoral student in pathobiology; Brae Surgeoner, Powell’s former graduate student; Benjamin Chapman, an assistant professor at North Carolina State University and Powell’s former graduate student; and Randall Phebus, K-State professor of animal science and industry.

The research was published in the November 2009 issue of the British Food Journal. (ANI)

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Britney Spears : Britney disappoints One More Time with Melbourne gig

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:58:49 +0000

Britney Spears allegedly failed to impress concert goers with her recent performance in Australia.

The star, previously slammed for lip-synching and having had her back to the audience for most of the show in Perth, reportedly appeared ‘detached’ and in ‘a state of mild apathy’ during her gig in Melbourne on November 11.

According to the Sydney Morning Herald, the pop princess “delivered a show that veered from passable to downright bad” as she continued to poorly mime onstage.

The 27-year-old purportedly disappeared off stage several times as acrobats and dancers covered the vast stage.

But the fans seemed grateful just to see her, with the common mantra apparently being: “She’s here, that’s what counts,” the paper said. (ANI)

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Mickey Rourke : Mickey Rourke vows never to marry an actress

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:58:15 +0000

After two failed marriages, Hollywood actor Mickey Rourke has vowed never to marry an actress.

The 57-year-old star was previously married to actresses Debra Feuer and Carre Otis and the separation has left him badly bitten.

”I don’t want to live with an actress again, no matter how they look,” the Daily Telegraph quoted him as telling the Mail on Sunday newspaper.

”I’m working opposite Megan Fox and Eva Green next, and I’m certainly not complaining. But I’ll tell you, once bitten …” he added.

The Wrestler star, who has four pet Chihuahuas, credits his dogs to help him get through the dark times.

“My dogs really helped me get through the dark times. I lost everything at the same time – my wife, my career, my house, my credibility – and all I had left was the dogs plus just two or three people who stuck with me,” he said.

“I was living under the mat – being known and then being known for being out of work, for having fallen from grace. You go and buy a pack of smokes and people say, ”Hey, didn’t you used to be that actor?” So it was a very shameful place, and the dogs (he has owned eight chihuahuas) were my friends.

“A lot of people you meet out there turn their backs on you once you”re down, but the dogs don”t. The one dog I loved, Loki, died last year, and she is deeply missed but with me in spirit,” he added. (ANI)

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Now, bra that can be used as a golf putting mat!

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:57:03 +0000

For the busy golfing ladies, lingerie makers Triumph have unveiled the ‘Nice Cup in Bra’, which can be removed, rolled out and used as a putting mat.

The green corset-style garment can be removed and unrolled to create a 1.5m-long putting mat.

When the user sinks a putt into one of the cups, a built-in speaker pumps out a congratulatory “Nice shot!”

The bra also features pockets for extra golf balls and tees, and a detachable flag pin that serves as a score pencil.

The bra set comes with a skirt with the words “Be Quiet” printed on the backside, which can also be used as a flag on the course.

However, what remains unclear is how the user is supposed to do cover herself when she removes the underwear.

Triumph has claimed that the Nice Cup in Bra is a response to the growing popularity of golf among Japanese women. (ANI)

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Morgan Freeman : Morgan Freeman to be honoured at Annual Palm Springs International Film Fest

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:56:35 +0000

Hollywood actor Morgan Freeman is all set to receive a top honour for his contribution to cinema at the 21st Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival in California.

The Oscar winning actor will be given the prestigious Career Achievement Award for Acting at the festival’s award ceremony January 5, 2010, at the Palm Springs Convention Center.

“The Palm Springs International Film Festival is honoured to present Hollywood legend Morgan Freeman with the Career Achievement Award for his large and extraordinary body of work and his many memorable performances throughout the years,” the Daily Express quoted festival chairman Harold Matzner, as saying.

The Awards Gala will mark the begging of the festival which will continue till January 18. (ANI)

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Kiefer Sutherland : Kiefer Sutherland returns to ex-wife?

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:55:55 +0000

Canadian actor Kiefer Sutherland is reportedly back with his ex-wife Kelly Winn.

The ‘24′ star split from the former model in 1999 after three years of marriage, but he filed for divorce in 2004.

However, according to Star magazine, despite legal separation their love for one another has not faded.

“She really understands him and his quirks, and once the pressure was off to fix the marriage, he relaxed and became more open with her. He’s finally realised he never should have left Kelly,” the Daily Express quoted a source as saying.

Sutherland, 42, was last romantically linked to magazine editor Siobhan Bonnouvrier, but they allegedly called off their relationship over the summer (09). (ANI)

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Halle Berry : Halle Berry’s mother was a domestic abuse victim

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:54:19 +0000

Hollywood actress Halle Berry has revealed that her mother was a victim of domestic violence.

In an interview with NBC’s Natalie Morales for NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams segment, the Oscar-winning actress spoke about her inspiration for getting involved with Jenesse Centre, an L.A.-based shelter that provides support for domestic violence victims and teaches them self-sufficiency.

“My mother was a battered woman and that was my childhood for a good chunk of it,” Usmagazine quoted her as saying.

While talking about her visit to Jenesse Centre, the 43-year-old actress said, “I care, I really care about these women and children.”

“Early on in my life, I made choices, and I chose men that were abusive because that was what I knew growing up,” she said four years ago, when she was honoured by the Jenesse Centre for her humanitarian work.

Through therapy, the star has said she learned what to do if and when a relationship turned violent. (ANI)

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Ronnie, Jo Wood : Ronnie, Jo Wood granted “quickie” divorce

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:53:47 +0000

Rolling Stones member Ronnie Wood and his estranged wife Jo were granted a “quickie” divorce on November 11, but the former model stayed away from the court proceedings.

Jo, 54, had divorced Wood, 62, on the grounds of his admitted adultery, and they were both granted a decree nisi by a judge sitting in the High Court’s Family Division in central London, reports the Mirror.

The brief proceedings had been conducted before District Judge Anne Aitken.

The couple had married in January 1985 and they had two children together, but they split last year after Wood began a relationship with Ekaterina Ivanova.

But, in divorce documents made public, the person with whom the star committed adultery was not named. (ANI)

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Chinese student runs naked across campus to protest power cuts!

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:45:43 +0000

A Chinese student devised a new way to attract the attention of the authorities over frequent power cuts in the dorm – he ran across the campus completely naked.

Hu Huakai, an international trade major at Zhejiang Gongshang University, in Hangzhou, stranded his car on the campus’ busiest street and scampered around the premises in the buff for over 20 minutes, reports the China Daily.

It is reported that Hu had also dashed around the campus once before “to comfort a heartbroken classmate”. (ANI)

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Denzel Washington : Denzel Washington to return to Broadway with ‘Fences’

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:44:35 +0000

Denzel Washington is all set to make a comeback to Broadway as he stars in a revival of the 1987 Pulitzer Prize-winning play, ‘Fences’.

Washington will play Troy Maxson in the drama written by August Wilson, reports Variety.

The production is slated to begin in April next year and Washington will start rehearsals in February.

Kenny Leon is in talks to direct the theatrical, while Scott Rudin and Carole Shorenstein Hays will produce. (ANI)

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Michael Jackson : MJ to be brought back from the dead using 3D

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:55:54 +0000

Late King of Pop Michael Jackson could be brought back from the dead through 3D scans he had made of his body 13 years back in a bid to build a robot twin.

Scientists say that the eerie images, which came to light after the owner tried to sell them for 1million pounds, could be used to bring him back in music videos, computer games and even movies.

The owner of the scans, an American businessman who wants to remain anonymous, said Jackson had posed for the scans in 1996.

“The data has been in our archives and vault since then,” the Daily Star quoted him as saying.

“The thing about this data is it immortalised him at the age of 37, before his nose was disfigured and when he was in the prime of life,” he added. (ANI)

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Celine Dion : Celine Dion ‘determined’ to go for IVF again

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:55:00 +0000

Celine Dion is adamant that she will continue with in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatment after finding out she is not pregnant after all.

The Canadian singer, 41, confirmed she was expecting her second child with husband Rene Angelil in August (09) amid reports she was carrying an embryo that had been frozen in liquid nitrogen for the past eight years.

The couple had embryos frozen for in-vitro fertilisation while trying to conceive her first child, Rene-Charles, now eight.

In August (09) and October (09), Dion had embryos implanted in her womb, but both attempts proved to be unsuccessful.

On Wednesday, reports broke that the ‘My heart will go on’ hit-maker was no longer pregnant.

But the sad news has not stopped Celine from trying for another baby.

“Dr. Zev Rosenwaks believed that the procedure/pregnancy took, but that wasn’t the case. We found out some days later. We were shocked…” the Daily Express quoted Angelil, 67, as telling Canadian newspaper Journal de Montreal.

“We are living the reality of the majority of couples who have to use (IVF). The process can be long and arduous. But today, we are full of confidence. Celine is more determined than ever… You know Celine. She doesn’t let go,” he added.

Angelil has confessed that his famous wife has been through a lot in her bid to fall pregnant again.

“I admire all the women who go through such a tough process. Since April, she has undergone numerous examinations, multiple hormone injections and blood tests. Celine and I didn’t get discouraged… we put our faith in life and in the stars,” he added. (ANI)

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Fergie : Fergie’s therapist told her sleeping with women was infidelity!

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:53:05 +0000

Black Eyed Peas singer Fergie was sleeping with girls after marrying Josh Duhamel, until her therapist told her that she would still be cheating on her hubby by having flings with women.

The 34-year-old Fergie, real name Stacy Ferguson, had confessed to being bisexual earlier in the year.

She says that her girl-girl encounters have been a lot of fun.

“I’ve had a lot of fun with women, and I’m not ashamed of it.” The Sun quoted Fergie, as saying.

She said: “The problem is that I also love a well-endowed man.”

And added: “But just because I enjoy women doesn’t mean I’m allowed to have affairs in my relationship.

“I learned through talking with my therapist that it is still cheating even if it’s with girls, so there is a rule there.” (ANI)

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Leona Lewis : Leona Lewis refuses to step up security despite crazed fan attack

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:52:06 +0000

British singer Leona Lewis has showed the hand to the idea of hiring giant bodyguards despite a recent attack by a crazed fan.

The former X-Factor winner was punched in the head at a book signing in London on October 14. The man accused of leaving her badly bruised was said to be suffering from paranoia and delusions of grandeur.

But the 24-year-old refused to step up her security, saying the assault was a one-off, reports the Mirror.

She said: “I had a little bit of time out immediately after [the attack], time to be with my family and a chance to get over the shock. Now I’m just kind of dealing with it and trying to put it behind me.

“As for extra security – well, I’ve tried to keep it pretty much the same. I’ve always tried to keep as few people around me as possible because I don’t feel like I need it.

“But now, after this, I also know that doing this you have to protect yourself a little bit. Being in this industry you are exposed – more so than other people. I know that I have to look after myself as well.”

She added: “I won’t be doing a Beyonce and employing a 7ft bodyguard, although it seems to work for her!” (ANI)

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Alex Reid : Jordan’s wrestling beau lands own TV series

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:51:16 +0000

Jordan’s beau Alex Reid has bagged his own TV series that will apparently feature his cage fighting skills.

The 34-year-old, a self-confessed cross dresser, landed ‘Alex Reid: The Fight of His Life’ during which he will learn new scrapping skills, including “drunken fighting”.

“I’m over the moon to be doing what I love most,” the Daily Star quoted him as saying.

Reid previously revealed he loves to cross dress as famous icons including Superman, a Jedi Knight and ninja warrior. (ANI)

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John Travolta : John Travolta becomes midnight tennis lover

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:50:27 +0000

John Travolta has turned to tennis with midnight matches, playing opposite members of his staff.

The actor has been spending most of his time within the solitary walls of his house following the tragic death of his 16-year-old son Jett earlier this year.

The Grease actor is apparently building his own tennis court at his home, while perfecting his skills on the court.

“I took up tennis, I play every day. I play at midnight – kinda vampire style,” Contactmusic quoted him as saying.

He added: “The house manager and the house maintenance person, they both live my hours, so at midnight we go to the local tennis court. They’re good.” (ANI)

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Eva Green : Bond girl Eva Green hates being centre of attention

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:49:10 +0000

Actress Eva Green has confessed that she hates being the centre of attention.

The 29-year-old star, who bagged a Bafta for her performance as the Bond girl in Casino Royale, revealed she was shy and often without words at dinner parties.

“At school when a teacher asked me a question I would almost pass out,” the Daily Express quoted her as telling Tatler.

“I was terrible and I still can be. It overwhelms me. I can be having dinner with people and I find I can’t say a word.

“So being an actress is kind of masochistic,” she added. (ANI)

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Michael Jackson : MJ’s dad loses inheritance claim

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:48:21 +0000

Michael Jackson’s father Joe will not inherit any of the King of Pop’s assets, a Los Angeles judge has ruled.

The Thriller hitmaker’s 80-year-old father had taken legal action over his son’s estate after discovering that he had been written out of the star’s will.

However Superior Court Judge Mitchell Beckloff threw out Joe’s objection, saying the ruling was based on the singer’s decision not to give his father any of his assets.

“I don’t think he gets to step into this and create further litigation. Joe Jackson takes none of this estate. This is a decision his son made,” the Mirror quoted Judge Beckloff as saying.

However, Joe’s request to secure an allowance from the singer’s estate has yet to be considered with a hearing on the matter for December 10.

Michael left his assets to his children, his mother Katherine Jackson and charities. (ANI)

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Playgirl’s ‘low budget’ photoshoot with Levi Johnston

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:47:33 +0000

Magazine Playgirl is said to be doing its photo shoot with Levi Johnston on a low budget.

According to New York magazine, a representative for the mag revealed they had wanted to make the nude shoot “more elegant”, by using the penthouse of the Hotel on Rivington for it.

But they were not able to go through with their plans as they failed to come up with enough cash to rent the place.

“Their offer was well below the current rental rate. They were politely declined,” the New York Post quoted a rep for the hotel as saying. (ANI)

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Oscars : Oscars gets record 20 films for “Animated Feature Film”

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:46:29 +0000

The next year’s Academy Awards has received 20 entries for best-animated feature category – the maximum ever.

And even if 16 films qualify, there will be five nominees in the feature-length animation category

The last time Oscars saw five nominations in 2002, reports the Telegraph.

Some of the films, which have made the cut, are ‘Up’, ‘Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs’ and ‘Monsters vs. Aliens.’

Now these films need to complete in a weeklong theatrical run in Los Angeles to qualify for the Oscars.

Academy rules for the category also state that a “significant number of the major characters must be animated, and animation must figure in no less than 75 percent of the picture’s running time.”

Some more films enlisted for the award are, ‘Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel,’ ‘Astro Boy,’ ‘Battle for Terra,’ ‘Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs.’ (ANI)

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Russell Brand : Love-struck Russell Brand to quit Britain for America?

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:45:37 +0000

Russell Brand has reportedly put his London house for sale, sparking rumors that he will relocate to America with his girlfriend/singer Katy Perry.

The comedian has apparently put a price tag of a whopping 2.5 million pounds for his bachelor pad in Hampstead, north-west London.

The luxurious apartment includes four bedrooms, three bathrooms and a hot tub in the garden, reports the Daily Express.

Sources believe the comedian will start living with Perry in Los Angeles after he manages to sell the property. (ANI)

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Britney Spears : Britney’s DJ slams Oz press over lip-synching criticism

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:45:02 +0000

A DJ touring with Britney Spears has slammed Australian press for savaging the star’s mimed performances in the country.

DJ Havana Brown, who has been opening the concerts for the pop princess on her Circus tour, hit out at the local media, urging the singer be left alone.

“I think it’s quite well known that she has lip-synced in the past. I don’t think it’s any surprise to anybody,” the Daily Star quoted Brown as saying.

“There was nothing like that (media reaction) in Europe. I think everyone knew what they were in for, and I think everyone should know here as well.

“I’m not quite sure what the fuss is about. It’s sad. I want everyone to make their own opinion, rather than be persuaded by what’s been in the media,” Brown added. (ANI)

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Rihanna : Rihanna splashes $50k on ‘teary’ family reunion

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:43:48 +0000

Rihanna dished out a whopping 50,000 dollars to fly her family to New York to celebrate her Glamour Award as a thank-you for being with her through tough times.

The ‘Umbrella’ hitmaker flew in her mom, Monica Fenty, plus her brothers and aunts from her native Barbados to watch her pick up the Woman of the Year Award in an emotional ceremony at Carnegie Hall Monday night.

Later, she introduced them to Iman, Serena Williams, Tyra Banks and fashion designer Stella McCartney.

“I really look up to my gran and my mom. They are my two women of the year . . . Without their unconditional love and guidance, I wouldn’t be here,” The New York Post quoted Rihanna as saying during her tearful acceptance speech.

Then the group went for dinner at South Gate in the Essex House.

However Rihanna’s father Ronald Fenty was missing from the festivities.

In a recent interview with Diane Sawyer, Rihanna said that her dad abused her mother when she was a child. (ANI)

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Rod Stewart : Rod Stewart keen on reuniting with Jeff Beck

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:43:08 +0000

Rod Stewart wants to reunite with former bandmate Jeff Beck, after teaming up with him for a Los Angeles show in April (09).

The singer has confessed that he is more likely to record something with his former Jeff Beck Group bandmate than he is with former supergroup The Faces.

His reunion with The Faces fell apart at the beginning of the year (09).

“After the show (in April), I sent Jeff a list of songs I think we could record – Muddy Waters stuff like I Got My Brand On You and Hoochie Coochie Man,” Contactmusic quoted him as telling Rolling Stone magazine.

“We’re probably nearer to doing that than doing anything with The Faces.”
Ronnie Wood, Ian MCLagan and Kenney Jones certainly aren’t waiting for Stewart – they’ve decided to launch their own Faces reunion plans, beginning with a tribute show that will feature an assortment of singing fans.

“They’re doing a show soon, because The Faces have been awarded some honour, like Greatest Drunks in the World. I can’t make it, but there’ll be a bunch of guests in my place,” he added. (ANI)

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Woman in chimp attack reveals disfigured face on Oprah show

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:42:33 +0000

A woman who was mauled by a 200-pound chimpanzee has revealed her severely damaged face on ‘The Oprah Winfrey Show.”

Despite being blind and only able to eat through a straw, Charla Nash said she was not angry.

“I don’t even think about it,” The Telegraph quoted her as saying on the show.

The talk show host removed Nash’s hat and veil to reveal her face, which was swollen and damaged beyond recognition.

She had a large scar near the bottom of her face and a large piece of skin where her nose had been.

The attack in February occurred when the animal’s owner, Sandra Herold, asked Nash, her friend and employee, to help lure the animal back into her house in Connecticut. Police shot and killed the animal.

The chimpanzee ripped off Nash’s hands, nose, lips and eyelids and she has been in hospital since.

She remains in stable condition at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio.

Nash said she didn’t remember anything from the attack, and doesn’t want to.

“I want to get healthy. I don’t want to wake up with nightmares,” she said. (ANI)

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New ‘boob job’ bra boosts breasts’ size in seconds!

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:41:37 +0000

Lingerie giant Ultimo has come up with a new ‘Day To Night’ bra that claims to increase women’s assets by two cup sizes in seconds.

The firm’s latest invention could see boob job clinics going bust, for it is pain-free and costs 24 pounds.

The revolutionary bra can be worn for work and then boosted for a night on the town by adding silicone pouches – made from the same material used in breast implants.

These push the boobs together and up, for a natural-look cleavage.

Model Tal Berkovich, 24, tested the new bra and said: “I love my boobs in this bra and I would definitely wear it on a night out. It’s actually really comfortable as well.” (ANI)

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Angelina Jolie : Jolie set to adopt another child – but without Pitt?

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:41:35 +0000

Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie is reportedly planning to adopt another child from Syria.

According to OK! magazine, the ‘Tom Raider’ star, who raises six children with partner Brad Pitt is heading to the Middle East to adopt a girl from Syria.

However, Pitt isn’t interested adding another child to their family.

“He has made it clear that six children are more than he can handle,” the Daily Telegraph quoted a source as saying.

“The idea of one more seemed ludicrous, but Angie is determined to complete her rainbow family,” she added. (ANI)

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Rihanna : Rihanna to perform on X-Factor

ranjankul — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:41:31 +0000

Rihanna is set to perform on the British talent show ‘X-Factor.’

The ‘Disturbia’ hitmaker is expected to belt out her new single ‘Russian Roulette’ from her forthcoming album, ‘Rated R’.

“I am beyond excited – it was the easiest decision I’ve ever made. A lot of people watch the show over here (in America) on YouTube and I personally caught a lot of it when Leona Lewis was on, who’s an amazing artist,” Contactmusic quoted her as saying.

She added: “So, to say yes to (show boss) Simon (Cowell) was an honour, especially as I know the show so well.”

When Rihanna sings on 22 November, she will add her name to the list of singers, including Alexandra Burke, Cheryl Cole and JLS, who have performed at the Sunday night results show.

Meanwhile, her new album is slated to release the next day after the performance. (ANI)

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Denzel Washington : Denzel Washington to return to Broadway with ‘Fences’

ranjankul — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:53:20 +0000

Denzel Washington is all set to make a comeback to Broadway as he stars in a revival of the 1987 Pulitzer Prize-winning play, ‘Fences’.

Washington will play Troy Maxson in the drama written by August Wilson, reports Variety.

The production is slated to begin in April next year and Washington will start rehearsals in February.

Kenny Leon is in talks to direct the theatrical, while Scott Rudin and Carole Shorenstein Hays will produce. (ANI)

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Chinese student runs naked across campus to protest power cuts!

ranjankul — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:53:00 +0000

A Chinese student devised a new way to attract the attention of the authorities over frequent power cuts in the dorm – he ran across the campus completely naked.

It is reported that Hu had also dashed around the campus once before “to comfort a heartbroken classmate”. (ANI)

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Meet the 10-yr-old who is CEO of two companies and a lecturer!

ranjankul — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:48:36 +0000

A Malay boy, who is only 10 years old, has become the CEO of two companies and a lecturer who charges RM 6,000 per hour.

According to Sin Chew Daily and Nanyang Siang Pau, 10-year-old Adi Putra Abdul Ghani’s mother Serihana Alias operates the two companies, which sell vitamins under the brand Adi.

Adi Putra, who is supposed to be attending Year Four classes at his age, has stopped schooling, and he has now instead been invited to certain local universities to give lectures.

The Perak-born child genius, who moved to Selangor with his family a few years ago, was quoted as saying that he wanted to be a lecturer in Islamic studies.

Serihana said he keeps track of foreign stock markets via the Internet and studies at home.

“He’s interested in mathematics, physics, chemistry, geography and biology, but not so much in history and politics. He dislikes reading books but loves spending his time browsing the Net for study materials,” the Star Online quoted Serihana as saying.

“Adi also hopes to study in Canada, Singapore or the United States, but we have yet to come to a final decision,” she added. (ANI)

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Nicolas Cage : Nicolas Cage’s financial woes

ranjankul — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:47:35 +0000

American actor Nicolas Cage is said to be going through a financial crisis after owing 3.5million pounds in back taxes.

Cage, 45, put a large portion of his property empire up for sale earlier this year, including a 4million pounds island in the Bahamas and homes in Nevada, California, Rhode Island and Louisiana, reports the Daily Express.

He also sold his Bavarian castle to his German adviser, lawyer Konrad Wilfurth.

Midford Castle, an 18th-century property that sits in 47 acres of parkland and woodland in Somerset, is also on the market after being bought for 5million pounds three years ago.

Cage has filed a lawsuit against his former financial manager Samual Levin for 11million pounds, claiming he was “led down a path of financial ruin” but it has emerged that he made some bizarre acquisitions over the past decade – most of which are now sold, for sale or in foreclosure.

Among his mansions, his Bel Air home in California features a billiard room with a 1955 Jaguar parked inside it, and according to New York magazine the room is accessorised with an array of “shrunken heads”.

He also owns a dinosaur skull for which he reportedly outbid Leonardo DiCaprio at auction in 1997, winning it for a mere 165,000 pounds, and of his 50-odd cars the most he paid was 296,000 pounds for a Lamborghini once owned by the Shah of Iran.

Also, while portraying an alcoholic for his Oscar-winning role in 1995’s Leaving Las Vegas, Cage, who owns a jet and two yachts, apparently hired an “on set drinking-璫onsultant-poet”. (ANI)

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Robbie Williams : Robbie Williams to finally reunite with Take That for charity

ranjankul — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:46:15 +0000

Brit singer Robbie Williams is set to reunite with his former band Take That at the Royal Albert Hall, all for the sake of a good cause.

Gary Barlow has spent months masterminding the Children In Need extravaganza, calling in favours from the great and the good of music.

Barlow, Williams, Mark Owen, Howard Donald and Jason Orange, will be playing together for the first time in almost 15 years

“The reunion is go. Robbie is utterly thrilled about it. He’s been dreaming of performing with Take That again for years and now it’s going to happen,” the Sun quoted a source as saying.

“Gary has spent months organising the event and is determined that it will be memorable. He’s looking forward to singing with Rob again, but landing Paul McCartney is without doubt his biggest coup.

“They haven’t decided what they are going to sing together, but something will take shape in rehearsals today,” the source added. (ANI)

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