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‘Red wine halts ageing process’
London: Here’s some good news for booze lovers: Red wine can halt the ageing process — but the bottles of wine should be 100.
Blame ‘unfitness genes’ for obesity
London: Wonder why you do not feel fit despite spending hours on treadmill? Blame your genes. Researc-hers from 14 institutions around the world have fou-nd that one in every five has inherited "unfitness genes" that affect our ability to burn off fat through exercise.
Madonna, Jesus Luz part ways
London: Pop queen Madonna and Brazilian model Jesus Luz have parted ways. The pair blamed the 28 years age difference between them and a lack of common interests for the split.
Jacko doctor will face manslaughter charges
Los Angeles: Prosecutors plan to charge Michael Jackson’s doctor with manslaughter, a law enforcement official said on Tuesday.
Mallika bags role opposite Avatar star
New Delhi: Bollywood actress Mallika Sherawat is continuing her Hollywood stint with Love, Barack — she has been cast opposite Avatar star Laz Alonso in the political comedy.
Madonna, Jesus Luz part ways
London: Pop queen Madonna and Brazilian model Jesus Luz have parted ways. The pair blamed the 28 years age difference between them and a lack of common interests for the split.
Lily blames ghee for weight gain
London: Popstar Lily Allen is blaming her Christmas holiday in India for her weight gain.
AVATAR, HURT LOCKER in race for 9 oscars
LOS ANGELES, Oscar voters broke with several traditions on Tuesday, including handing nominations for best film to two science-fiction movies, among them box-office smash hit Avatar, which earned nine nominations overall.
Tahir Hussain no more
Mumbai, TAHIR HUSSAIN, renowned filmmaker and father of actor Aamir Khan died of a massive heart attack in Mumbai on Tuesday. Tahir died at Aamir’s residence Vista Apartments at Pali Hill in Bandra. He was 61 years old. Aamir and his wife Kiran are in the US for the Sundance Festival and are taking the first flight home. Tahir’s grandson, Imran Khan who made his debut with Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na is currently shooting in New Zealand for Karan Johar’s I Hate Love Stories. Imran will also be flying back home soon.
Rahman hits high note with 2 Grammies
Los Angeles: Oscar-winner A.R. Rahman continued his winning streak by bagging two Grammy awards for his foot-tapping number Jai Ho and outstanding soundtrack for Slumdog Millionaire.
