Chinese archaeologists have “rescued” an ancient coffin from tomb raiders trying to break in to a grave site via a 10m (33ft) hole, it appears.
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Kate Middleton, Prince William went on vacation without Prince George
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have received some public criticism for leaving seven-month-old Prince George behind in the U.K. while they enjoy a luxury holiday in the Maldives, but Royal Watch can understand the temptation of a respite.
Telecast policy for private TV channels at final stage: Inu
The formulation of a telecast policy for the private television channels is at the final stage, Information Minister Hasanul Huq Inu told Parliament on Monday. Responding to a supplementary question of Kamal Ahmed Majumder (Awami League-Dhaka), he said the draft…
Italy up in arms over Michelangelo’s David rifle advert
Italy’s culture minister has expressed outrage over an advertisement by a US weapons firm showing Michelangelo’s David holding a rifle.
Gravity cameraman collects Hollywood honour
The chief cameraman on Oscar-winning film Gravity has won an award for his work at a ceremony in Los Angeles.
Woman hangs herself in Korean reality television show
A woman taking part in a popular South Korean reality television show has been found dead in a bathroom on the set.
Kate Middleton has a new nanny for Prince George
We’ve known for some time now that Kate Middleton and Prince William were on the lookout for a new nanny for Prince George.
Oscars 2014: List of winners
The full list of winners for the 86th Academy Awards held in Los Angeles on 2 March.
Gravity eyes Oscars prizes as countdown begins
The final countdown to the Oscars has begun, with space thriller Gravity expected to scoop multiple awards at Sunday’s ceremony in Los Angeles.
Alan Resnais, experimental French director, dies aged 91
Acclaimed French director Alain Resnais, whose film career spanned more than 60 years, has died at the age 91.
Beyonce show in London
Beyonce was joined on stage by husband Jay-Z as she took her Mrs Carter world tour to London for the second time.
Michelle Obama to appear in Parks and Recreation
US First Lady Michelle Obama is set to appear on cult television comedy Parks and Recreation.
Prince in stitches as soldier ditches queen’s English
London (AFP) – Britain’s Prince Philip, the husband of Queen Elizabeth II, fell about laughing Monday when a swearing soldier gave him the giggles.
Lego Movie blocks out US box office rivals
The Lego Movie is still towering over its rivals on the North American box office chart, after spending a third week at number one.
House of Cards defies the China censors
Chinese viewers say they are surprised that the popular American political drama House of Cards hasn’t been censored by the authorities, it’s been reported.
Banksy’s Kissing Coppers sold at US auction
A Banksy mural entitled Kissing Coppers has fetched $575,000 (£345,000) at a US auction after being removed from the wall of a Brighton pub.
Queen Elizabeth welcomes A-list actors at palace celebration
The Queen has welcomed Hollywood stars and film-makers including Steve McQueen and Dame Helen Mirren to a celebration of UK drama at Buckingham Palace.
Baftas: Gravity and 12 Years a Slave share glory
Gravity dominated the Bafta awards, scooping six prizes, while 12 Years a Slave won the coveted best film honour. The space drama was named best British film and picked up other prizes for visual effects, cinematography, best sound and original…
Mass Valentine wedding in Malaysia despite Muslim anger
Kuala Lumpur – Malaysian Islamic authorities took their annual swipe at Valentine’s Day Friday, calling it a threat to Muslim values, but 138 couples took part in a mass wedding to mark the date.
Former Daily Mirror editor Piers Morgan questioned over hacking
Former Daily Mirror editor Piers Morgan has been questioned by police over phone hacking, it has emerged.
Is the romantic comedy over?
Four Weddings and a Funeral was released 20 years ago – but has any rom-com bettered it? What’s happened to the genre? Nicholas Barber finds out.
‘Japan’s Beethoven’ admits he ‘regained hearing’
A composer dubbed “Japan’s Beethoven” has admitted he is not totally deaf, amid an ongoing scandal over his use of a ghostwriter.
Nazi loot probe: More art found at Gurlitt Austria home
Dozens more art works have emerged at the Austrian home of Cornelius Gurlitt, the German collector found in 2012 with hundreds of paintings believed stolen by the Nazis.
The Walking Dead recap: Growing pains
Although the midseason premiere of The Walking Dead divides its time between Rick and Carl’s increasingly contentious relationship and Michonne’s crisis of faith, its conclusion leaves you with a sense that you could almost put “Happily Ever” in front of…
Woody Allen denies abusing his daughter Dylan Farrow
Woody Allen has repeated his denial that he molested his adopted daughter, in a letter to the New York Times.
Amazon launches second pilot season
Amazon has announced 10 new pilot shows, the future of which will depend on a public vote.
Kate Middleton, Prince George snapped on vacation in Mustique
Every year, the Middleton family decamps to the glamorous isle of Mustique in the Caribbean, where they play beach volleyball, sing a cappella numbers with perfect pitch, and take turns brushing Kate’s hair.
The Queen commands Kate Middleton to wear longer dresses
If you want an unbiased, impartial review of Kate Middleton’s style, you’ve come to the wrong place. We’re more than aware that we’re prone to praising Kate’s sartorial successes to an excessive degree.
‘Japanese Beethoven’ admits he is a fraud
A deaf composer who has been dubbed “Japan’s Beethoven” has admitted hiring someone else to write his music for nearly two decades.
Philip Seymour Hoffman: ’70 bags of heroin’ in dead actor’s home
New York City police have found up to 70 bags of suspected heroin inside actor Philip Seymour Hoffman’s home a day after his death, US media report.