Shakira honored at UN labor agency for her work to help children in Latin America

Shakira honored at UN labor agency
GENEVA – Shakira has received a medal from the U.N. labor agency for her work to help impoverished children.

The 33-year-old Colombian pop star has worked as a UNICEF goodwill ambassador. Her Barefoot foundation provides nutrition to more than 6,000 children in Colombia, and she is member of the ALAS foundation … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Shakira honored at UN labor agency for her work to help children in Latin America.

Woods’ caddie, Steve Williams, says he’s mad at Tiger over infidelities

Woods’ caddie says he’s mad at Tiger
WELLINGTON, New Zealand – Tiger Woods’ caddie said he knew nothing about the golfer’s extramarital affairs and was angry with him over the scandal.

Steve Williams told TV3’s “60 Minutes” program Wednesday that he also is bitter at the reaction toward him from the media and members of the public.
“It’s …. Original article  : Woods’ caddie, Steve Williams, says he’s mad at Tiger over infidelities.

Toting vibrating horse-puck rakes and heated turbans, inventors make pitches for TV fortune

Infomercial king holds audition for next big thing

LOS ANGELES – There wasn’t a bottle of Oxiclean or a ShamWow anywhere. But there was Dawn Stephens’ nifty new, all-in-one toilet-bowl-cleaning brush.
“We don’t have to look for the cleaning liquid and the brush. The cleaning liquid is right inside the brush!” the chirpy, singsongy Stephens shouted in … Read more »».

Sharif can’t play with neutral umpires like he played cricket with own umpires: Imran

LAHORE – Cricketer-turned-politician and chairman Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) party Imran Khan has accused the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) chief Nawaz Sharif of maintaining double standards.
Addressing a election rally here, Khan blamed Sharif of …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Toting vibrating horse-puckie rakes and heated turbans, inventors make pitches for TV fortune

Infomerical king holds audition for next big thing

LOS ANGELES – There wasn’t a bottle of Oxiclean or a ShamWow anywhere.
But then who needs them when you’ve got an all-in-one toilet-bowl-cleaning brush ready for use. Or how about a vibrating rake that cleans horse stalls?
Those and dozens more backyard inventions were on display in Los Angeles … Read more >>>.

Keyshia Cole Gives Birth To Baby Boy

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- Much acclaimed singer Keyshia Cole gave birth to a healthy baby boy on Tuesday, a day after she was admitted to a medical facility with labor pains. The day was indeed special for the 28 year old musical artist, who is dating Cleveland Cavaliers player Daniel Gibson, as this is … Read more »»».

Funny Or Die “Presidential Reunion”

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- Funny Or Die, a popular comedy website, has brought together a lot of the stars from the popular comedy and spoof show Saturday Night Live, in order to present a show called the “Presidential Reunion.” The show is currently available in the website, and just like every other show put up …. Read the original article  : here.

Rydell Handed Probation For Dui

Veteran singer BOBBY RYDELL has been sentenced to one year’s probation following a drink driving accident last August (09).

Police reports claim the 1960s teen pop idol was driving in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania suburb of Narberth when he crashed his car into a wall.
Prosecutors stated Rydell’s blood alcohol level was twice the legal limit … Read more : Rydell Handed Probation For Dui.

Goldfrapp’s Concern For Young Female Artists

British singer ALISON GOLDFRAPP feels sorry for the latest generation of young female artists – insisting they are controlled by record label bosses.

The star, who fronts electro-disco duo Goldfrapp, has influenced a string of quirky U.K. artists including Little Boots and Ellie Goulding.
And even though the newcomers are her toughest competition in the …. Source  : Goldfrapp’s Concern For Young Female Artists.

Guru Is ‘fine But Weak’ After Surgery

Hospitalised rapper GURU has spoken out to assure fans he is doing “fine” as he recovers from surgery after suffering a heart attack at the weekend (28Feb10).

The 43 year old, one half of pioneering hip-hop duo Gang Starr, collapsed on Sunday and was rushed to a New York hospital, where he fell into a … Read more »»».

Cowell Almost Quit Tv In 2009

SIMON COWELL came close to quitting his TV career last year (09) when he realised he had scheduled 18 months of work without a break.

The music mogul is a judge on American Idol as well as his British singing show The X Factor. He also sits on the panel of Britain’s Got Talent and …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Cowell Almost Quit Tv In 2009.

Blanchett Loves Working With Husband

CATE BLANCHETT loves working alongside her writer husband ANDREW UPTON at the Sydney Theatre Company (STC) – because she gets to take credit for her partner’s hard work.

The couple was appointed co-artistic directors in 2008, and after transforming the fortunes of the Australian company, they have been signed to remain in control until 2013.
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Facts Of The Day (Alec Baldwin, Kim Basinger)

A portrait of ALEC BALDWIN, which was commissioned by his brother STEVEN as a gift for the actor’s ex-wife KIM BASINGER, is for sale on internet auction site eBay.com. The 1991 picture was handed to the 30 ROCK star in the couple’s 2002 divorce and is now up for grabs with a starting …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Facts Of The Day (Johnny Depp, Robert Pattinson)

JOHNNY DEPP has been named Japan’s favourite actor for the seventh consecutive year in a new poll conducted by Japanese film magazine Screen. The Pirates of the Caribbean star received over 4,500 votes – more than double the amount cast for the runner-up, Twilight actor Robert Pattinson.
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Cole Gives Birth To Baby Boy

R&B singer KEYSHIA COLE is a first-time mum – she has welcomed a baby boy with her fiance, basketball star DANIEL GIBSON.

The Last Night hitmaker, 28, gave birth to Daniel Hiram Gibson Jr. on Tuesday (02Mar10).
Cole confirmed longrunning rumours she was pregnant with the Cleveland Cavaliers player’s baby in January (10), revealing the …. Source article  : Cole Gives Birth To Baby Boy.

Wayne’s Sentencing Pushed To Monday

Prison-bound rapper LIL WAYNE has another five days of freedom – his sentencing date has been pushed back to Monday (08Mar10) following a fire at the New York courthouse.

The Lollipop hitmaker has faced a string of postponements ahead of his sentencing for weapons possession, stemming from a 2007 arrest.
The rapper was initially expected …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Wayne’s Sentencing Pushed To Monday.

Moore Re-married For Her Children

Actress JULIANNE MOORE refused to marry director BART FREUNDLICH until she was advised their union would help raise well-adjusted children.

The redhead beauty’s nine-year marriage to actor John Gould Rubin ended in 1995, and she had vowed never to walk down the aisle again.
But Moore changed her mind after an eye-opening therapy session in … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Moore Re-married For Her Children.

Campbell Avoids Charges Amid Assault Allegations

Supermodel NAOMI CAMPBELL will not face punishment for allegedly assaulting her chauffeur on Tuesday (02Mar10) – the driver has refused to press criminal charges.

The British beauty was wanted for questioning by New York police after allegedly punching Miodrag Mejdina, the driver of a luxury SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle), leaving him with “bumps and bruises” …. Source article  : Campbell Avoids Charges Amid Assault Allegations.

Hilton Cited For Traffic Violation

PARIS HILTON found herself in trouble with police on Tuesday (02Mar10) when she was pulled over by California authorities for driving in a bicycle lane.
The socialite was spotted attempting to overtake slower cars in her Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) on Santa Monica Boulevard by cutting into the specialised lane.
But her impatience …. Read the original article  : here.

Parkinson Accepts Newspaper Damages

Revered British broadcaster SIR MICHAEL PARKINSON has settled a libel lawsuit against a U.K. tabloid over allegations he lied about his family background in his memoir.

Editors at the Daily Mail criticised the popular TV personality and journalist for depicting his family as close-knit in Parky, My Autobiography, which was released in 2008.
In an … Original article on : Parkinson Accepts Newspaper Damages.