Sunday, October 17, 2010

Entertainment – Newsletter for October 17, 2010

Sunday, October 17, 2010


Hepburn stamps to go under the hammer

LONDON – A rare set of stamps, featuring late movie legend Audrey Hepburn, will be auctioned for charity in Berlin Monday.

The 10 stamps, featuring Hepburn posing with a cigarette holder in her mouth as Holly Golightly from the movie “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”, are expected to fetch around $564,000, reports imdb.com.
Fourteen million stamps …. Source  : Hepburn stamps to go under the hammer.

Stan Lee ties with Yoshiki

LONDON – Marvel comics boss Stan Lee has joined hands with Japanese songwriter Yoshiki for a music superhero comic book and motion comic series.

Lee, who has created animated superheroes like Spider Man and The Hulk, is teaming up with Yoshiki. Yoshiki is the man behind rock act X Japan for the series, which is …. Original article  : Stan Lee ties with Yoshiki.

Blunt tired of writing self-pitying songs

LONDON – Singer James Blunt has revealed that his new album is more optimistic because he is tired of writing self-pitying songs.

The “You’re Beautiful” singer said he initially tried to write piano-led songs for his third album “Some Kind Of Trouble”. But he found he was repeating himself by composing songs that evoke self-pity. … Original article on : Blunt tired of writing self-pitying songs.

‘Wall Street’ sequel was nerve wracking: Douglas

LONDON – Hollywood star Michael Douglas says he was worried about revisiting his “Wall Street” character Gordon Gecko as it was quite “nerve wracking”.

The American, who returned to the iconic character for sequel “Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps” this year, says the character had lost many of his trademark characteristics, reports celebrifi.com.
“When …. Original article  : ‘Wall Street’ sequel was nerve wracking: Douglas.

Harry Potter’s favourite game sweeping UK, US universities

LONDON – Harry Potter’s favourite game, Quidditch, is taking universities in Britain and the US by storm.

Both Oxford and Cambridge Universities have signed up with the International Quidditch Association after Harvard Princeton and Brown, where Harry Potter star Emma Watson is studying, all set up their own teams.

The “Quidditch” storm started at Middlebury College, Vermont, …. Original article  : Harry Potter’s favourite game sweeping UK, US universities.

MJ’s name once again on display at Gardner Street Elementary School

WASHINGTON – The name of late King of Pop Michael Jackson is once again on display at Gardner Street Elementary School after a group of fans had petitioned to get the sign uncovered.

The boards covering his name were removed when the child molestation charges were raised against Jackson.

However, the sign was uncovered after a group …. Original article  : MJ’s name once again on display at Gardner Street Elementary School.

Kim Kardashian accuses sis Khloe of ‘attacking’ her at b’day party

WASHINGTON – Kim Kardashian has accused younger sister Khloe of ‘attacking’ her at her 30th birthday bash.

The reality was partying Friday at Tao Las Vegas with a bunch of well-known and loved ones including Khloe LaLa Vasquez, Perez Hilton, singer Kelly Rowland, rapper Trina among others.

Kim, who seldom drinks, also gulped down a couple of … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Kim Kardashian accuses sis Khloe of ‘attacking’ her at b’day party.

Kim Kardashian says she has ‘mixed feelings’ about turning 30

WASHINGTON – Kim Kardarshian has revealed that she has mixed feelings about turning 30.

The reality TV star turned 30 last Friday and threw a grand party at Tao Las Vegas.

“I have mixed feelings. Sometimes I’m like, ‘Oh my god, I’m turning 30,’ and I’m freaking out. Like, it sounds so old. And then the other …. Source  : Kim Kardashian says she has ‘mixed feelings’ about turning 30.

Jolie wants to meet Bosnian victims to clear up misunderstanding

ISLAMABAD – After Bosnia revoked her licence to film her directorial debut this week, Angelina Jolie said that she wants to meet a group of war victims to clear up any misunderstanding.

Her licence to film scenes in Sarajevo and the central town of Zenica in November was cancelled when Women Victims of War (WVW) association … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Jolie wants to meet Bosnian victims to clear up misunderstanding.

Christina Hendricks going on a diet to shed curves

LONDON – ‘Mad men’ star Christina Hendricks, famous for her curves, is said to be going on a diet.

The 35-year-old has become an icon of curvaceousness for her stunning 39D-30-39 figure.

However, the star has told friends she wants to lose more than two stone to conform to Hollywood’s slender beauties.

“Christina has got sick of …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Christina Hendricks going on a diet to shed curves.

Alcohol intake among Indian teenagers rise

NEW DELHI – Alcohol consumption among teenagers in the age group of 15-19 years has increased due to absent parents, easy money, and rising stress and depression, a study says.

The study, by the social development foundation of the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (Assocham), says that 45 percent of intermediate students …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Alcohol intake among Indian teenagers rise.

Model Jerry Hall’s art collection fetches ???2.4m at London auction

LONDON – Renowned model Jerry hall’s collection of contemporary artwork has fetched a whopping 2.4 million pounds at an auction in London.

Among the 14 works were Dollar Sign, a gift from Andy Warhol, and pieces by Damien Hirst and Frank Auerbach.

The repertoire also showcased Lucian Freud’s nude portrait of Hall, painted when she was …. Original source  : Model Jerry Hall’s art collection fetches ???2.4m at London auction.

Keith Richards claims he was targeted by British government

LONDON – Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards has claimed that the British Government, in late 60s, was determined to punish the band.

In a candid new memoir, Keith has said that he was ‘targeted by the British government’ when he was famously put on trial for drugs offences in 1967 and he along with frontman Mick …. Original source  : Keith Richards claims he was targeted by British government.

Titanic survivor’s account fetches $32K in British auction

WASHINGTON – A Titanic survivor’s first hand description of the sinking of the ocean liner has fetched 32000 dollars in a British auction.

The affidavit signed by Laura Mabel Francatelli, who got away in a lifeboat, easily topped its pre-sale estimate of 24,000 and was bought by an anonymous collector from Eastern Europe.

In Francatelli’s affidavit, … Read more : Titanic survivor’s account fetches $32K in British auction.

Brand gets spiritual with his Krishna guru ahead of his Indian wedding

LONDON – Comedian Russell Brand has apparently been seeking some spiritual guidance – and possibly wedding day advice – from his Krishna guru.

Brand, 35, who is engaged to marry Katy Perry, was pictured outside NPR – National Public Radio – in Los Angeles with Gaudiya Vaishnava guru Radhanath Swami, … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Brand gets spiritual with his Krishna guru ahead of his Indian wedding.

Madonna spotted making out with ‘new toy boy’

NEW YORK – It seems Madonna has moved on from her split with Jesus Luz.

The Queen of Pop is said to have found herself a new toy boy – a choreographer 19 years her junior.

She was out Thursday night at Meatpacking hot spot SL with her handsome “Sticky and Sweet” tour choreographer, …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Johnny Depp tops ‘Most Powerful Entertainers’ poll

LONDON – ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ star Johnny Depp has topped a new magazine poll to find the Most Powerful Entertainers.

The actor topped the Entertainment Weekly list with editors insisting the quirky actor is such a big star he can “do anything he [..] Read the original article: here.

Christina Aguilera shows off cleavage at first event post-split

WASHINGTON – Christina Aguilera touched down in Honolulu, Hawaii – one day after filing for divorce from Jordan Bratman in California.

And the singer, 29, didn’t seem to be shy at her first public event since the shocking split announcement.

Aguilera was all smiles as she flaunted her …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Christina Aguilera shows off cleavage at first event post-split.

Courteney Cox talks about ‘being bored with marriage’ in ‘Scream 4???

WASHINGTON – Before announcing her split from husband David Arquette, Courteney Cox talked about ‘being bored with marriage’ in ‘Scream 4′.

The former ‘Friends’ star, 46, and Arquette, 39, met in 1996 for the first ‘Scream’ flick and tied the knot three years later.

In the horror franchise, Cox plays newswoman …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Courteney Cox talks about ‘being bored with marriage’ in ‘Scream 4′.

Home shopping channels cash in on festive season

NEW DELHI – Janki Kapoor, a mother of three, is so busy with her household chores that she has no time to visit the market for buying Diwali gifts. But she isn’t a worried woman as she has home shopping channels to her rescue these days!

A large number of people caught in similar situations … Read more »».

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