Usher's estranged wife fuming over new song lyricsOctober 11th, 2009 NEW YORK - Usher's estranged wife has reportedly raised objections on the lyrics of the popstar's new song that is believed to have described why their rocky marriage is ending in divorce. According to TMZ.com, Tameka Foster is said to be angry over the track 'Papers', which includes the lyrics: "Who the hell argue 'n' fight like dogs at six in the morning/I know it's gonna' be some more [bleep] tonight.
Garrison Keillor writes he's 'essentially unscathed' but 'touched by mortality' after strokeSeptember 16th, 2009 Keillor: Minor stroke is reminder of mortalityMINNEAPOLIS — Humorist and author Garrison Keillor writes that a minor stroke he suffered last week left him "essentially unscathed, though touched by mortality."
Keillor drove himself to a St. Paul hospital after feeling ill, then was taken to Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn.
Boy George plans comeback after prison releaseSeptember 8th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Former Culture Club frontman Boy George is drawing plans to head back to the studio and resurrect his career just fourth months after he walked free from jail. The fallen pop star, real name George O'Dowd, was jailed in January for falsely imprisoning a male escort in his flat and beating the 29-year-old after a drug-fuelled nude photo shoot in 2007.
Music Review: On 'Just James' the lyrical focus is about moving on, but sound stays the sameAugust 24th, 2009 Music Review: J Moss looks to move past sins on CDJ Moss, "Just James" (Zomba/Verity). J. Moss turns introspective on "Just James," his first album since his marital infidelity became public.
Lehman Brothers collapse to be turned into primetime dramaAugust 19th, 2009 LONDON - The collapse of Lehman Brothers is to be turned into a primetime drama by the BBC. The BBC Two drama will offer a behind-the-scenes take on doomed attempts of chief executive Dick Fuld to save the US investment bank over the three days before the company filed for bankruptcy protection in 2008, marking the beginning of the worst economic crisis in living memory.
James McAvoy to star in "I'm With Cancer"August 18th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Scottish actor James McAvoy has signed on to star in Mandate Pictures' comedic adaptation of the Will Reiser novel "I'm With Cancer". Nicole Holofcener will direct the flick, and Seth Rogen, who is also producing, will co-star, reports Variety magazine.
John Lennon's unpublished lyrics go on displayAugust 14th, 2009 LONDON - The unpublished lyrics of late 'Beatle' John Lennon, believed to have been written about 40 years ago, have gone on display for the first time. The lyrics, written on a postcard, form part of an exhibition at The Beatles Story in Liverpool, put together by his first wife, Cynthia, and son, Julian.
Peter Andre 'hits back at Jordan' in new steamy music videoAugust 1st, 2009 LONDON - Peter Andre appeared to have got back at estranged wife Jordan in his new steamy music video. The singer, who parted ways with the glamour girl in May, is apparently seen with a group of half-naked models, including "a brunette Jordan lookalike", with whom he shares a passionate kiss.
Winehouse's ex-hubby demands £6m for inspiring Amy to write a sad song by 'cheating on her'July 19th, 2009 LONDON - Blake Fielder-Civil, Amy Winehouse's recently divorced husband, has reportedly demanded 6 million pounds as settlement amount. He has apparently justified his demand by saying that he inspired the Grammy Award winner singer's huge album 'Back To Black...' by cheating on her.
Jay-Z confirms plans to release his first bookJuly 15th, 2009 WASHINGTON - American hip-hop artist Jay-Z has confirmed that he will be releasing his first book after he finalised a literary deal last week. Jay-Z, 39, real name Shawn Carter, will tell in his book the story of what's behind the song lyrics of some of his most famous tracks.
'I love you' comes with a #163,424 price tagJuly 13th, 2009 LONDON - Those who say hearing the words 'I love you' is priceless, and can never equate with the biggest of luxuries, need to think again, for according to a recent research in a book, these invaluable words have a price tag of 163, 424 pounds. The book, titled 'You Are Really Rich, You Just Don't Know It Yet', has attempted to work out our real worth by putting a value on some of the priceless moments in life.
Rupert Grint's a great kisser, says co-star Jessie CaveJuly 10th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Rupert Grint's co-star Jessie Cave in 'Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince' has revealed that he is a great kisser. "I did have to kiss Rupert - a lot! Luckily, he's a great kisser, excellent even.
Marilyn Manson's new album inspired by Evan Rachel Wood splitJune 25th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Marilyn Manson has said that his new album 'The High End Of Low' is inspired by his break-up with Evan Rachel Wood. The rocker said that he was depressed after the actress parted ways with him last year and wanted to tell her about it through the new album.
Pierce Brosnan turns real-life hero, saves Uma ThurmanMay 29th, 2009 LONDON - Actor Pierce Brosnan became a real life hero when he saved co-star Uma Thurman from an out-of-control van, it has emerged. According to the reports, former James Bond star was shooting on the set of 'Percy Jackson And The Lightning Thief' when he noticed a runaway vehicle hurtling down a hill towards Thurman, reports the Daily Express.
Will Smith to portray real-life Hurricane Katrina hero in new filmMay 21st, 2009 WASHINGTON - 'Hancock' star Will Smith will portray a real-life Hurricane Katrina hero in a new film written. The film will be written and directed by The Rookie screenwriter John Lee Hancock, reports Contactmusic.