Human-like 'E-tongue' createdSeptember 2nd, 2009 WASHINGTON - Scientists have created an "electronic tongue" that can digitally measure the taste of sweetness. Under the leadership of Kenneth Suslick, a chemistry professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, the revolutionary device, which makes use of a postage stamp-size piece of paper dotted with colored pigments, has been developed.
Soon, wheelchairs controlled by tonguesJuly 1st, 2009 WASHINGTON - Scientists have developed a novel headset that makes it possible for a person suffering from spinal cord injury to precisely control a wheelchair or computer using the tongue. The "tongue drive", being trialled at Georgia Tech University, Atlanta, could also give astronauts a third hand in difficult situations like spacewalks.
Dita Von Teese joins German squad to woo Eurovision fansApril 30th, 2009 LONDON - Dita Von Teese is set to steal the Eurovision title for Germany, for she has joined hands with country's entry into the annual popfest. The burlesque sex kitten will appear on stage alongside Alex Christensen and Oscar Loya to play the part of 'Miss Kiss Kiss Bang' in their tune.
Stephen Mulhern says he's Susan Boyle's new dream boyApril 23rd, 2009 LONDON - Britain's Got More Talent host Stephen Mulhern has stated that he is Piers Morgan's rival where Susan Boyle's affections are concerned. Mulhern, 32, said the 47-year-old singer has started making suggestive tongue gestures at him on his ITV2 spin-off show.
Matthew McCanaughey still pals with his 1st loverApril 20th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Hollywood actor Matthew McConaughey is incredible, when it comes to staying tough with his exes, as he still is in touch with the girl he fell in love with when he was just 4 years old. The Ed TV actor revealed that he is still in talking terms with his 1st lover Julliane and she is happily married.
Maggie Gyllenhaal joins cast of 'Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang'April 15th, 2009 WASHINGTON - American actress Maggie Gyllenhaal has joined the cast of 'Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang', a sequel to Working Title's 2005 hit 'Nanny McPhee'. Gyllenhaal, 31, will be starring alongside Rhys Ifans, Maggie Smith and Asa Butterfield.
How to kiss on a 'boat that rocked'March 26th, 2009 LONDON - British Bond actress Gemma Arterton appeared for the premiere of 'The Boat that Rocked' and revealed some details of kissing her co-star Nick Frost. 'Nick told me not to use tongues when we kissed - we agreed that early on.
Holly Valance stars in short film with Keira Knightley's exMarch 26th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Australian actress Holly Valance will be seen in a short film opposite Keira Knightly's ex-beau Jamie Dornan. "I just did a short film called Ex Returns with Jamie Dornan which should be out in the next few months," The Daily Telegraph quoted her as saying.
Chris Brown not applying for university educationMarch 25th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Rapper Chris Brown has denied reports that he's applying for university education. The rumours started off after the 19-year-old singer was spotted visiting Norfolk State University in his native Virginia at the weekend with mother and cousin.
Kate Moss selling kisses for 5k pounds !March 21st, 2009 LONDON - When it comes to charity, Kate Moss certainly knows no bounds. The supermodel has auctioned off a kiss, raising 5,000 pounds from a lucky banker.
Julia Roberts plants a kiss on David Letterman's lipsMarch 20th, 2009 LONDON - Talk show host David Letterman, known for leaving the guests dumbfounded with his witty questions, was at a loss of words when Hollywood actress Julia Roberts planted a kiss on his lips. Julia, who was sporting pink locks, kissed Letterman, who was fast to lean over to her in a bid to reciprocate to the gesture.owever, while talking on the show, the 'Pretty Woman' actress said that she did not like doing intimate scenes in her flicks, as she was a mother of three kids.
Hatcher caught sharing steamy snog with Longoria Parker....onscreen!March 17th, 2009 LONDON - 'Desperate Housewives' stars Teri Hatcher and Eva Longoria Parker will set TV screens on fire with a steamy lesbian kiss in an upcoming episode to be telecasted on April 15. In the episode, Susan (Hatcher) tells Gabrielle (Longoria) that her art teacher Jessie (Swoosie Kurtz) kissed her after misinterpreting Susan's kindness, reports the Sun.
Oprah Winfrey warns Rihanna against reconciling with Chris BrownMarch 12th, 2009 NEW YORK - Talk show queen Oprah Winfrey has warned Rihanna against reconciling with Chris Brown. Brown has been charged with two felony charges following his bust-up with the Umbrella hitmaker last month (Feb09).
Drew Barrymore blames tongue piercing for being singleFebruary 5th, 2009 LONDON - Hollywood actress Drew Barrymore says she has been unlucky in love ever since she got her tongue pierced. The 'Charlie's Angels' star got her tongue pierced after splitting from her ex-boyfriend, comedy actor Justin Long, last summer and now fears potential suitors are turned off by it, reports thesun.co.uk.
Kanye West, Louis Vuitton join handsJanuary 23rd, 2009 LONDON - American rapper and Grammy award winner Kanye West has now turned into a designer as the hip-hop star has collaborated with fashion giant Louis Vuitton (LV) to come out with his collection. Out of the five styles he has created for the iconic brand, one of his shoe was showcased at the Paris Fashion Week here Thursday, reports people.com.