Plan panel steps in to tackle Bundelkhand’s drought miseries

NEW DELHI – The Planning Commission has set up a high-level panel to devise ways and means to tackle the drought in Bundelkhand, a region spread over Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh.

Called the Advisory Committee on Implementation of Drought Mitigation Strategies in Bundelkhand, it will be headed by the Commission’s Deputy Chairman, Montek Singh Ahluwalia. …. Original article  : Plan panel steps in to tackle Bundelkhand’s drought miseries.

It’s difficult to recreate same emotion in remake: Aamir

MUMBAI – Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, who played the lead in the Hindi remake of Tamil hit “Ghajini”, says it’s difficult to retain the emotion of an original film in its remake.
“It’s difficult to remake because the original things are made with such emotion that it becomes difficult to recreate the same emotion. … Original article on : It’s difficult to recreate same emotion in remake: Aamir.

Verbal cues reveal how people cope with divorce

WASHINGTON – People caught in the throes of divorce reveal how they cope with it — not by what they say but how they say it.

Even complete strangers were able to guess how people were handling their emotions using snippets of information.
The University of Arizona study is one of a number of studies that … Original source on Gaea Times at : Verbal cues reveal how people cope with divorce.

Paris Hilton very choosy about female friends

LONDON – It seems ‘House of Wax’ star Paris Hilton is very choosy when it comes to making female friends as she finds it hard to trust them.

Hilton said she has made friends with very good people through reality TV show searches for Best Friend Forever.

“It’s an odd way to meet friends, but … Read more >>.

Stallone wants Willis as villain

LOS ANGELES – Hollywood action star Sylvester Stallone is trying to convince his actor friend Bruce Willis to play a villain in the second instalment of “The Expendables”.
“I am thinking what would be the most dangerous places in the world to set the sequel? I had dinner with Bruce Willis… I want him … Read : Stallone wants Willis as villain.

Splitsville for Winehouse, Traviss

LONDON – Singer Amy Winehouse has reportedly broken up with boyfriend Reg Traviss.

The “Back to Black” hitmaker started dating the director early this year, but the relationship hit a rough patch after photographs of Traviss walking hand-in-hand with his former partner, burlesque dancer Raven Isis Holt, emerged in tabloids, thesun.co.uk reports.
“She hasn’t spoken to … Read more »»».

Lautner donates lawsuit money to charity

LOS ANGELES – Actor Taylor Lautner has donated the money he won in a legal battle with a trailer company to a charity.

The “Twilight” star had filed a suit against McMahon’s RV trailer hire firm in June after the owners caused him “distress” by allegedly failing to deliver a vehicle to the set of his …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Lautner donates lawsuit money to charity.

Ranvir and I have married: Konkona

NEW DELHI – Bollywood actress Konkona Sen Sharma has confirmed that she has tied the knot with her long-time boyfriend Ranvir Shorey at a private ceremony in Mumbai.
“Hey guys. Ranvir and I got married on the 3rd (September). Thanks for all the good wishes! Goodnight,” Konkona, 30, posted on her microblogging page Twitter. … Read more »»».

Marriage hasn’t changed our relationship: Aguilera

LOS ANGELES – Singer Christina Aguilera, who is married to music producer Jason Bratman for five years, insists their relationship has not changed since they first began dating in 2002.
“Marriage unites you and makes you official but it didn’t change our relationship. All the things like wanting to work hard and play hard, …. Original article  : Marriage hasn’t changed our relationship: Aguilera.

Pattinson jealous of girlfriend’s co-star

LOS ANGELES – Actor Robert Pattinson is reportedly jealous of his girlfriend Kristen Stewart’s male co-star.
Pattinson tries to accompany his girlfriend on the sets of “On The Road” because he wants to make sure she won’t cheat on him with Viggo Mortensen, reports aceshowbiz.com.
“He’s very jealous. Kristen told him she didn’t … Read : Pattinson jealous of girlfriend’s co-star.

Cheryl Cole ‘moving to US with beau Derek Hough’

LONDON – Just two days after divorcing her cheating husband Ashley Cole, British babe Cheryl is said to be planning a fresh start in the US with boyfriend Derek Hough.

She is also being lined up as a judge on the brand new American X Factor alongside close pal Simon Cowell.

This means that the freshly …. Source article  : Cheryl Cole ‘moving to US with beau Derek Hough’.

Robert Schimmel Passes Away

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- The veteran comedian Robert Schimmel, who made the audience laugh with his X-rated and controversial jokes, died on Friday. The stand up comedian was 60 year old. Robert Schimmel passed away at Phoenix Hospital where he was admitted after his car accident.
Robert Schimmel’s death was confirmed his manager, Lee Kernis. The …. Read the original article  : Robert Schimmel Passes Away.

White House gatecrasher Michaele Salahi to bare all for Playboy?

WASHINGTON – Rumours are abuzz that White House gatecrasher Michaele Salahi is all set to go naked for Playboy magazine.

A rep for ‘Real Housewives of D.C.’ star has said that the shoot will go down later this month, reports TMZ.com

Michaele is ‘very excited’ about posing down, according to the rep.

Playboy bosses have not yet determined … Read this article on Gaea Times at : White House gatecrasher Michaele Salahi to bare all for Playboy?.

Carlos Lee hits 3-run homer as Astros rally to beat Diamondbacks 6-5

Astros rally to beat Diamondbacks 6-5
PHOENIX – Carlos Lee hit a three-run homer in Houston’s four-run eighth inning and the Astros rallied to beat the Diamondbacks 6-5 on Saturday night.

Angel Sanchez tripled and scored on Aaron Heilman’s wild pitch to get the Astros within two but it looked as if the rally would fizzle when … Read more >>>.

Doing voice-over tougher than acting: Manoj Bajpai

MUMBAI – After playing a role inspired by the Mahabharata’s Duryodhan in “Rajneeti”, Manoj Bajpai has lent his voice to the character of Ram in 3D animation film “Ramayana – The Epic”. He says doing the voice-over for an animation film is far more difficult than acting.

“It’s difficult to give voice to any animation film. …. Source article  : Doing voice-over tougher than acting: Manoj Bajpai.

I was to play Salman’s role in ‘Dabangg’: Sonu Sood

MUMBAI – Known for doing intense roles, actor Sonu Sood plays a young politician in upcoming film “Dabangg”. But he reveals that he was actually supposed to play the lead role, now being essayed by Salman Khan.
“The film was brought to me before Salman came on board. Initially I was supposed to do … Original article on : I was to play Salman’s role in ‘Dabangg’: Sonu Sood.

Jackson homers as Detroit Tigers beat Kansas City Royals 6-4

Jackson leads Tigers past Royals 6-4
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Austin Jackson hit a tiebreaking RBI single in the eighth inning for his third hit of the game and the Detroit Tigers beat the Kansas City Royals 6-4 on Saturday night.

Jackson also hit a solo homer in the fifth for the Tigers (68-68), who have won … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Jackson homers as Detroit Tigers beat Kansas City Royals 6-4.

Nigella Lawson

Nigella Lawson is seen wearing a beautiful wrap outside BBC’s Radio 1 Studios. London.
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Melanie Sykes

Melanie Sykes Celebrites are seen outside BBC’s Radio 2 Studios. London.
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Why older women are more prone to fertility problems

LONDON – Scientists have discovered why women are more likely to suffer from miscarriages and infertility problems if they try to have babies later in life.

Their study also sheds light on why children born to women in their late 30s and early 40s are at greater risk of Down’s Syndrome and other genetic conditions, reports … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Why older women are more prone to fertility problems.