Beyonce wants to turn dad's life into a movieOctober 7th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Beyonce Knowles has revealed that she wants to bring her father's life story to the big screen. The singer said she was in awe of manager-father Mathew's success and wants his early life to be turned into a movie.
Diane Kruger engaged?August 15th, 2009 WASHINGTON - German beauty Diane Kruger has kicked off rumours that she may get married to boyfriend Joshua Jackson after a diamond band was spotted on her ring finger. Kruger was attending a special screening of her new movie Inglourious Basterds at New York's Museum of Jewish Heritage when she was spotted with the rock, reports Contactmusic.
Ashton Kutcher says he's piling his millions due to career fearsAugust 13th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Ashton Kutcher has revealed that he has barely spent his millions earned from movies, fearing his career may come to an end any time. The "What Happens in Vegas" star confessed that he does not splurge big bucks on extravagant purchases because he is worried his Hollywood days maybe numbered.
Mums, not dads, learn parenting practices from their own mothersAugust 10th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Mothers, but not fathers, tend to follow in the footsteps of their own mums when it comes to learning parenting practices, suggests a new study. Experts at Ohio State University examined actual parenting methods over two generations, following parents and their kids over the years, and, subsequently, continuing to follow the children as they had their own kids.
Ang Lee attends benefit screening of 'Taking Woodstock' in NY area where scenes were shotyJuly 30th, 2009 Ang Lee attends NY screening of 'Taking Woodstock'CHATHAM, N.Y. — Ang Lee is in upstate New York for the first of several U.S.
Paris Hilton's mother shocked by scene from sex tapeJuly 25th, 2009 WASHINGTON - American socialite Paris Hilton's mother has revealed that she was shocked to view a screening of her daughter's documentary, as filmmakers included scenes from the hotel heiress' infamous sex tape. 'The Simple Life' star is the focus of 'Paris Not France', a behind-the-scenes movie about the star's life, which was made three years ago.
Fame prevents Johnny Depp from visiting Disneyland with kidsJuly 15th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Johnny Depp says that he would love to take his two kids to Disneyland, but his celebrity status prevents him from doing so. The Pirates of the Caribbean actor revealed that he craved to have a "normal" life with daughter Lily-Rose, 10, and son Jack, seven.
Jacko's kids quizzed about dad's behaviour towards themJuly 6th, 2009 London, July 6 (ANI): Michael Jackson's kids were reportedly quizzed by social services within hours of their dad's tragic death. The Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services launched the probe as they discovered the extent of the singer's addiction to prescription drugs.
Late 'Harry Potter' star Rob Knox's mom reveals her pride at movie screeningJuly 6th, 2009 LONDON - Late Brit actor Rob Knox's mother has revealed her pride for her son, after viewing an emotional private screening of 'Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince'. Sally Knox, 51, got her first glimpse of 18-year-old Knox playing Hogwarts pupil Marcus Belby at the private screening.
Jacko's Neverland Ranch returns to former gloryJuly 4th, 2009 LONDON - In what could be called as an overnight transformation, Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch has been restored to its former glory, thanks to his brother Jermaine's efforts. It is believed that the 2,500-acre estate, which used to be the late King of Pop's spiritual home, could even become a Jacko Disneyland for his adoring fans.
Fathers happy with lesser attention on Father's Day than mums on Mother's DayJune 20th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Although dads get less attention on Father's Day than moms do on Mother's Day, they are still satisfied with it, says an expert. A psychology lecturer Nicole Gilbert Cote at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst insists that the part of the reason seems to be that moms expect to get an off from their stereotypical household chores such as cooking and cleaning up, while dads don't expect any such option.
The top five 'green' gifts for Father's DayJune 20th, 2009 WASHINGTON - If you're thinking of marking Father's Day with the Mother Nature touch, then here's a list of gifts that can prove useful for you. Environmental News Network has put together five green-friendly gift ideas to help you show care towards your dad and nature.
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.
Pitt tops 'Celeb Dads Most Women Want To See In their Undies' listJune 16th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Brad Pitt is the celebrity dad most women would like to see in his underwear, according to a new pre-U.S. Father's Day poll.
Modern Brit parents no longer sing lullabies for kidsJune 10th, 2009 LONDON - Your mom's lullabies might be one of your favourite childhood memories, but the tradition of singing bedtime songs for kids is now dying out in modern day Britain, according to a new research. The research, commissioned by confectionary firm Jakemans, has revealed that the rapid pace of life in modern Britain has killed the traditional lullaby.