Two members of Russian protest punk rock act Pussy Riot will appear at a concert promoting human rights in New York City, its organiser has said.
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Kenyan author Binyavanga Wainaina: “I am homosexual”
Leading Kenyan author Binyavanga Wainaina has come out to say he is gay, making him one of the most high-profile Africans to do so.
David Beckham to appear in only Fools and Horses
David Beckham has joined Sir David Jason and Nicholas Lyndhurst for an Only Fools And Horses Sport Relief sketch that reunites Del Boy and Rodney for the first time in over a decade.
12 Years a Slave and Gravity win Producer’s Guild prize
Space drama Gravity and 12 Years a Slave have tied for the top prize at the Producer’s Guild of America (PGA) awards.
The Thin Men: Actors who starve themselves for an Oscar
Matthew McConaughey is the latest actor to emaciate himself in pursuit of awards glory. It’s an example of a disturbing trend, argues Lisa Schwarzbaum.
Believe it not: Bips to marry, Dia to split
While rumoured lovebirds Ranbir and Katrina finalise their pad in NYC, Bipasha Basu might get set for a Bengali wedding with Harman Baweja. Check out other speculations about our Bolly stars. Ranbir and Katrina buy a house in NYC? There…
Michelle Obama: Fashion’s first lady
As Michelle Obama turns 50, Wardrobe Decoder’s Katya Foreman explains how her admirable style supports considerable substance. Blame Jackie O. Ever since JFK’s inauguration in January 1961, the occupational hazards attached to the role of first lady have automatically included…
Set collapses on to audience at Roundhouse in Camden
Three people were injured when part of the set collapsed on to members of the audience during an acrobatic show at a north London venue. It happened at the Fuerzabruta show at the Roundhouse in Camden on Friday night. Eyewitness…
Oscar nominees attend Critics’ Choice Awards
A host of Oscar nominees came together for the Critics’ Choice Movie Awards in Los Angeles on Thursday, which saw Gravity win a record seven prizes.
Suchitra Sen: Iconic Indian Bengali actress dies
Veteran Indian actress Suchitra Sen has died in the eastern city of Calcutta, aged 82.
Great Acress Suchitra passed away
Veteran actor Suchitra Sen breathed her last on Friday morning at a Kolkata hospital. The 82-year-old actor acted mostly in Bengali films, a few in Hindi with Aandhi hitting the screens in 1975.
Justin Bieber home searched in egg throwing investigation
Police have searched the home of Justin Bieber for evidence after the Canadian pop star allegedly threw eggs at his neighbour’s home. Officials did not say what evidence they took from the home, but arrested a member of the singer’s…
Is Sundance a victim of its own success?
oes Sundance deserve its reputation for bringing edgy, independent cinema to light? As the festival turns 30, Tom Brook investigates. It’s hard to believe that Utah, one of the most conservative states in the US, could have become the incubator…
I wanted to slap everybody silly in Bigg Boss: Tanuja
Yesteryear actress Tanuja gets furious at the mere mention of her daughter Tanishaa’s close proximity to fellow inmate Armaan Kohli in the Bigg Boss House.
Suchitra Sen critical, on constant oxygen support
Veteran Bengali actress Suchitra Sen, whose condition had deteriorated slightly in the afternoon, is stable at the moment but still critical, a doctor said Saturday.
Miss Golden Globe 2014
Sosie Bacon, daughter of Hollywood stars Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick, will officiate as this year’s Miss Golden Globe. 21-year-old Sosie is the 49th Miss Golden Globe and will assist with the award ceremony.
Nobody else is involved in what happened bet Hrithik and Sussanne: Mom-in-law
Zarine Khan says Duggu’s mother-in-law Zarine Khan, who’s hopeful of their reunion.
Sam Smith named BBC Sound of 2014
By Mark Savage Pop singer Sam Smith has been named the winner of the BBC’s Sound of 2014, which highlights the best new artists for the year ahead. The list was compiled using tips from 170 UK-based critics, broadcasters and…
Boardwalk Empire to end this year
US Prohibition-era drama Boardwalk Empire is to end after its upcoming fifth season, HBO has announced. The decision comes three months after the cable network renewed the show for a fifth outing. “We’ve decided to wrap up the series after…
‘Ancient sea monsters were black’
Some of the largest beasts in the ancient seas had black skin or scales, new research finds. Ancient leatherback turtles, toothy predators called mosasaurs and dolphinlike reptiles called ichthyosaurs all had black pigmentation, researchers report today (Jan. 8) in the…
Actress’ slaying puts Venezuela leaders on spot
Caracas — President Nicolas Maduro hastily gathered state governors and mayors Wednesday to discuss the country’s violent crime amid public outrage over the killing of a popular soap-opera actress and former Miss Venezuela.
Prince William commutes by train to Cambridge
As thousands of Londoners made their way back to work today after the holiday break they were joined by an unlikely fellow commuter, the Duke of Cambridge.
Curious Incident play changes venue after ceiling collapse
West End play The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is to move to a new venue after the Apollo Theatre ceiling collapse on 19 December that led to a month of cancelled shows.
Gravity leads Bafta nominations
Space drama Gravity leads the way at this year’s Baftas, scoring 11 nominations including best film and best British film.
Downton Abbey US premiere gets record ratings
The first episode of Downton Abbey’s fourth season was watched by 10.2 million people in the US on Sunday, a record for a series premiere on PBS.
Jane Campion to preside over Cannes Film Festival jury
Film-maker Jane Campion is to head this year’s jury at the Cannes Film Festival, organisers have announced.
12 Years A Slave actress up for Bafta Rising Star award
Actress Lupita Nyong’o, who was in the hotly-tipped film 12 Years A Slave, is among five young actors nominated for this year’s Bafta Rising Star award.
Jimmy Savile victims call for single inquiry
Victims of Jimmy Savile are calling for a single inquiry into how the ex-BBC DJ and presenter managed to evade justice.
‘That ’70s Show’ star died from multiple drugs, Coroner says
Lisa Robin Kelly, the troubled actress who played bad girl Laurie Forman on the Fox sitcom “That ’70s Show,” died of multiple drug intoxication, the Los Angeles County coroner’s department said Friday.
Comedian ‘Not Sorry’ for Pearl Harbor joke on NBC’s New Year’s eve special
Comedian Natasha Leggero says she isn’t sorry for a joke she made about Pearl Harbor veterans during NBC’s “New Year’s Eve with Carson Daly.”