Fmr FSU gridiron star Myron Rolle inspires new Obama admin program for Indian health careSeptember 23rd, 2009 Fmr FSU football star inspires Indian health planWASHINGTON — Myron Rolle knew about the challenges of diabetes from his father and his premed classes. But when the football star at Florida State learned that many American Indian children suffer from the disease, he decided to do something about it.
Scarlett Johansson selling movie, music memorabilia for charitySeptember 17th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Scarlett Johansson is selling a pair of tickets to the 2010 premiere of action film Iron Man 2 and a host of movie and music memorabilia as part of an online charity auction on the website eBay. Johansson, who plays Black Widow in the Iron Man sequel, will honour the highest bidder of the eBay.com auction with a meet-and-greet at the Los Angeles event next spring.
In a shift from trucks, Ford to heavily market new Taurus during pro football gamesSeptember 11th, 2009 Ford to heavily market Taurus in NFL advertisingWASHINGTON — Pro football fans inundated with TV ads for brawny pickup trucks and sleek luxury models will get something different from Ford Motor Co. this season.
Beyonce nominated for three MOBO AwardsAugust 27th, 2009 WASHINGTON - American singer Beyonce Knowles has been nominated for three MOBO (Music of Black Origin) Awards. Beyonce, 27, is up for Best Video for 'Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)', and Best International Act and Best Album for 'I Am...Sasha Fierce', at the annual British awards ceremony, which recognises music of black origin.
Bon Jovi 'to go for world tour next year'August 22nd, 2009 WASHINGTON - Bon Jovi guitarist Richie Sambora has revealed that the band may go for a world tour next year to promote their upcoming album 'The Circle.'
"Next year. 2010, probably spring time we'll get going.
Whitney Houston was apprehensive about working with AkonJuly 30th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Whitney Houston has confessed that she was apprehensive about working with pop sensation Akon, when her mentor Clive Davis first suggested the collaboration. The 'I'm every woman' hitmaker wanted to recreate her 1999 hit 'My Love Is Your Love', in which she worked with Wyclef Jean, but had reservations in regard of the 'Locked Up' singer.
Kim Kardashian and beau Reggie Bush end 2yrs romanceJuly 28th, 2009 WASHINGTON - After romancing for about two years, American reality star Kim Kardashian and football star Reggie Bush have called it quits. A representative for Kardashian has confirmed that she and Bush are going their separate ways.
J.Lo's hubby says their son has 'good shot' at being football playerJuly 27th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Jennifer Lopez's husband Marc Anthony wants their son to become a football player. The couple's twins, Emme and Max, have only just had their first birthday, and Marc is already assuring that "there is no question that my son Max is going to be a linebacker of some sort!"
Anthony - who became a minority owner of the Miami Dolphins after buying stake in the team - has high hopes for his boy on the football field.
Marc Anthony become partial owner of American football teamJuly 22nd, 2009 WASHINGTON - Latin singing sensation Marc Anthony, 40, has reportedly become a partial owner of American football team the Miami Dolphins. Known for his love of sports, Anthony has struck a deal with real estate entrepreneur Stephen Ross to become a minority owner.
Akon to become dad for sixth timeJuly 21st, 2009 WASHINGTON - R andB singer Akon is expecting a baby boy with a Ugandan woman he met during a tour of the country. Previously, rumours were making rounds that the father of five, real name Aliaune Thiam, enjoyed a steamy relationship with Susan Owori, the younger sister of fashion designer Sylvie Owori, reports Contactmusic.
Jacko had planned 6-month residency in Las Vegas for 2010July 2nd, 2009 WASHINGTON - Late King of Pop Michael Jackson had reportedly planned to take up a six-month residency in Las Vegas in 2010, after the completion of his 'This Is It' comeback tour in London. Jacko had been booked to play 50 dates at London's O2 Arena from this month until February next year, his first public concerts since 2002.
Macca to compose music for animated kids filmJune 18th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Sir Paul McCartney is set to compose music for an animated kids movie after a gap of over 40 years. The former Beatle previously created the tunes for 1967's The Family Way and is now set for a repeat act.
Report: Joe Montana's son gives verbal commitment to play at Washington in 2010June 10th, 2009 Report: Joe Montana's son headed to WashingtonSEATTLE — The Seattle Times reports that the son of former NFL great Joe Montana has decided to play football at Washington. Nick Montana, from Oaks Christian School in Westlake Village, Calif., is rated among the top quarterbacks in the class of 2010.
Akon to become father for the 6th time. How greedy! May 21st, 2009 WASHINGTON - R 'n' B star Akon has reportedly impregnated a Uganda woman during his tour in the country. Akon aka Aliaune Thiam allegedly enjoyed an intimate relationship with a Uganda woman named Susan Owori during his Africa visit, reports Contactmusic. Susan, who is the younger sister of fashion designer Sylvie Owori, has named Akon as the father of her unborn child.
Akon to launch two perfumesMay 15th, 2009 WASHINGTON - R 'n' B musician Akon is gearing up to launch his own fragrance. According to reports, he will be coming up with his two perfumes this year.