Lonely Japanese relying on 'rent a friend' agencies for solaceSeptember 21st, 2009 LONDON - More and more 'rent a friend' agencies are emerging in Japan, with many looking for either a friend, husband, wife, boss, uncle, etc. to fill in the gaps.
Lots of celebrities and Peyton Manning too for Dolphins' home opener under new ownerSeptember 21st, 2009 Lots of celebs at Dolphins' home openerMIAMI — When Mark Duper arrived for the Miami Dolphins' home opener, fans flanking either side of the new VIP orange-carpet entrance hardly gave the former Pro Bowl receiver a second glance. Right behind him was Serena Williams, who drew a cluster of frantic photographers and a big roar from the crowd.
Now rapper Wil.I.Am wants to be a footballerSeptember 4th, 2009 LONDON - Black Eyed Peas star Will.I.Am wants to be a footballer and is requesting the American football team, Miami Dolphins, to give him a chance to fulfil his long cherished dream. "I always wanted to play football - from the age of 10 that was my dream.
Susan Boyle story set to woo JapanAugust 30th, 2009 LONDON - The story of 'Britain's Got Talent' star Susan Boyle is set to end up in a TV show with a Japanese crew eager to record her fairytale rise to stardom. The Scottish songbird, who turned into an overnight celebrity with her jaw dropping rendition of her audition song 'I Dreamed a Dream', will have her story filmed for a special documentary.
Now, enjoy 'swim date' with Hayden Panettiere and dolphins - for charity!August 29th, 2009 LONDON - Move over food or movie date, you can now have a chance to go on a "swim date" with Hayden Panettiere and dolphins - all together!
The act is a part of the actress' campaign to end commercial whaling in international waters. The 'Heroes' star has offered her lovers a day in the seas with just dolphins and her in order to raise money for the cause.
Miami Dolphins' partnership with Serena and Venus Williams to be announced TuesdayAugust 21st, 2009 Williams sisters' NFL deal to be announced TuesdayDAVIE, Fla. — The Miami Dolphins' partnership with Serena and Venus Williams will be announced at the team's training complex Tuesday.
APNewsBreak: Venus, Serena Williams becoming latest celebrities to own stake in Miami DolphinsAugust 20th, 2009 APNewsBreak: Venus, Serena to own part of DolphinsMIAMI — Venus and Serena Williams have found a new sport: pro football. The tennis-playing sisters will become the latest celebrities to own a stake in the Miami Dolphins, a person familiar with the deal said Wednesday.
Pierce Brosnan campaigns against dolphin slaughterAugust 17th, 2009 LONDON - Former Bond actor Pierce Brosnan is condemning the killing of dolphins for meat and urging officials in Japan to end the slaughter of the sea mammals in the country. The Irish actor, who has been a long time environmental campaigner, has praised the work of investigative journalists who have documented the killing of dolphins in Japan in new film The Cove.
Miami Dolphins to make 'major announcement' about deal with Marc Anthony; details unclearJuly 17th, 2009 Singer Marc Anthony to team up with Miami DolphinsMIAMI — Marc Anthony is the latest celebrity musician to join forces with the Miami Dolphins. The team scheduled a news conference to be held Tuesday in New York for a "major corporate announcement" with Anthony.
Animal lover Hayden Panettiere shows swimming pics with dolphinJuly 8th, 2009 LONDON - Hayden Panettiere gave a glimpse of her love for animals when she recently showed her pictures while swimming with dolphins. The 19-year-old beauty showed off snaps of herself snorkelling with the mammals off the Bahamas to David Letterman on his 'Late Show'.
Jenson Button's girlfriend loves his lips the mostJune 21st, 2009 LONDON - British Grand Prix racer Jenson Button's girlfriend Jessica Michibata has revealed that the part of his body which she likes the most is his lips. "He's an amazing boyfriend as well as a great driver.
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.
Jennifer Love Hewitt has natural. Voice. PeriodMay 19th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Singer/actress Jennifer Love Hewitt is planning to launch a career in country music. The I Know What You Did Last Summer star has recorded a new country tune, and according to boyfriend Jamie Kennedy, "she's a natural".
Dolphins renaming their home Landshark Stadium as part of partnership with Jimmy BuffettMay 9th, 2009 Dolphins' new partner: Jimmy BuffettMIAMI — The Miami Dolphins are renaming their home Landshark Stadium as part of a partnership with singer Jimmy Buffett. The name change from Dolphin Stadium is the fifth since the stadium opened in 1987.
Sequel to 'Wolverine' announcedMay 5th, 2009 LONDON - Hollywood bosses have announced a sequel to 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' after the mutant movie took a massive $87 million in its opening weekend in the US. The comic-book prequel slashed its competition at the US box office and despite a mixed critical response, Australian actor Hugh Jackman will reprise his role as the adamantium-clawed mutant Wolverine in a sequel set in Japan, reports contactmusic.com.