Lure kids away from TV by playing with themSeptember 26th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Want to tempt your kids away from the TV or computer screen? Make exercise a family affair, involve children in team sports like playing catch or kicking around a football, suggests a researcher. "When people partner up to exercise with a friend or relative, they often find it easier and more enjoyable to get in the habit of breaking a sweat," said Pat Quinn, director of 'Play it Again Sports.'
And, for those families who are looking to get fit without the commitment and expense of a gym membership, Quinn says that putting together a home gym can be both practical and fun.
Reese Witherspoon engaged?September 25th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Reese Witherspoon's recent picture wearing a gold band on her wedding finger has sparked rumors that she is set to marry boyfriend Jake Gyllenhaal. "Reese looked delighted, and she was definitely showing off the ring," Contactmusic quoted a source as saying.
When Pete Wentz's trousers fell down onstageSeptember 2nd, 2009 WASHINGTON - Rocker Pete Wentz was reportedly left red-faced when his trousers fell down onstage - exposing his blue patterned underpants. The 'Fall Out Boy' bassist was performing with his group at the Leeds music festival in England when the humiliating 'wardrobe malfunction' occurred.
Reese Witherspoon helps pay stressed woman's grocery billAugust 31st, 2009 WASHINGTON - The generous side of actress Reese Witherspoon was recently revealed when she took pity on a stressed mother, and helped her by paying her grocery bill at a Los Angeles food store. Witherspoon, 33, who has two children with ex-husband Ryan Phillippe, paid for the woman's groceries at a Whole Foods store after she forgot her wallet.
JLo uses webcam to keep in touch with her kidsAugust 6th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Jennifer Lopez is one tech-savvy mum. She uses a webcam to keep a check on her twins, Max and Emme, when she is away from home.
Reese Witherspoon nursing black eyeJuly 11th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Hollywood actress Reese Witherspoon is nursing a black eye, after getting injured during the shooting of her new film. According to TMZ.com, rumours kicked off after the 'Legally Blonde' star sent Internet gossips into a spin, after she was pictured with a large bruise underneath her left eye.
After acne, Diaz now battling psoriasisJune 25th, 2009 WASHINGTON - After battling acne for years, Cameron Diaz has yet another skin condition to deal with. The movie beauty has a nasty case of psoriasis just below her right elbow - and the itch is known as 'heartbreak' by skin doctors, because it doesn't clear easily and can come back.
Reese Witherspoon launches own perfumeJune 13th, 2009 WASHINGTON - After Halle Berry, Beyonce Knowles and Britney Spears, Reese Witherspoon is launching her own perfume. The Legally Blonde star has strengthened her association with cosmetics company, Avon, of which she is spokesmodel by planning to launch her brand of perfume called In Bloom under its banner.
Mayor: DC lands summer romantic comedy movie project starring Reese Witherspoon, Owen WilsonJune 4th, 2009 DC lands movie project starring Reese WitherspoonWASHINGTON — Columbia Pictures plans to shoot a film in Washington starring Reese Witherspoon, Owen Wilson and Paul Rudd. Mayor Adrian Fenty announced the movie plans Thursday and said the film crew will provide training to some D.C.
Jack Nicholson in talks to star in James L. Brooks' movie alongside Paul Rudd, Reese Witherspoon and Owen WilsonJune 3rd, 2009 WASHINGTON - American actor Jack Nicholson is said to be in talks to star in director James L. Brooks' untitled romantic comedy at Columbia Pictures.
Reese Witherspoon gorging on anti-ageing cookiesMay 22nd, 2009 LONDON - Oscar winning actress Reese Witherspoon has started eating anti-ageing cookies. Femalefirst.co.uk reports that the 33-year-old star is reportedly a huge fan of beauty giant BORBA's DeLuscious Vitamin Enhanced Cookies which contain acai, an ingredient which claims to combat fine lines and wrinkles.
Ellen DeGeneres, Portia de Rossi named best celebrity babysittersMay 8th, 2009 WASHINGTON - TV chat show host Ellen DeGeneres and her Australian actress partner Portia de Rossi have topped a new poll that asked American mums which celebrities they would feel most comfortable leaving their kids with. DeGeneres and de Rossi - who married in August and have no children - took 31 per cent of votes, reports Usmagazine.com.
Ben Stiller 'to star' in stalled comedy 'Used Guys'May 6th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Ben Stiller will reportedly star in the comedy Used Guys, three years after it was scrapped. The movie was to be directed by Jay Roach telling the story of the future of mankind.
Maggie Gyllenhaal weds beau Peter SarsgaardMay 4th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Actress Maggie Gyllenhaal has tied the knot with her actor boyfriend Peter Sarsgaard in a private ceremony in Italy. According to RadarOnline.com, the couple wed in a small chapel in Brindisi on Saturday May 2.
Maggie Gyllenhaal weds beau Peter SarsgaarMay 4th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Actress Maggie Gyllenhaal has tied the knot with her actor boyfriend Peter Sarsgaard in a private ceremony in Italy. According to RadarOnline.com, the couple wed in a small chapel in Brindisi on Saturday May 2.