♦ Bollywood Stars A Hit On Lahore's Billboards

The hoardings show Indian superstars modelling for various products like watches, mobile phones and perfumes. Advertising companies believe that Indian superstars have a great market value in Pakistan, reported the Daily Times.	1 vote

♦ Two Dead Space Trailers: one the ESRB doesn't want you to see

Was it really so bad the ESRB had to put a stop to it? The ratings group didn't have any problems with the James Wan-directed "Loved Ones" trailer, which is also up on Gametrailers, and that wasn't exactly bloodless. James Wan, for those who aren't horror fans, is the writer and director behind the torture-porn Saw films. Senior Flash Developer at The Chopping Block, Inc.	1 vote

♦ Smith Institute criticised for being 'too party political'

The trustees of the Smith Institute were criticised by the Charity Commission yesterday for allowing it "to become exposed to concerns it had supported government policy and was involved in party political activity inappropriate for a charity". An 18-month inquiry by the commission found that the work of the charity, set up in memory of Labour leader John Smith...	1 vote

♦ Big Brother 9: Belinda's cycling pain

Belinda claimed the Big Brother cycling task was "worse than childbirth" last night and said she was in "unbearable" pain. Belinda emerged from her stint on the bike breathless and sobbing. Stuart and Lisa helped her to a seat, where Belinda exclaimed: "Jesus! That was the hardest think I've ever done." I gave birth to my son on a beanbag with no painkillers but that was worse.	1 vote

♦ Could a Final Fantasy VII Sequel Be In the Offing?

Note, importantly, that I said "sequel" and not "remake," something radically different from the annual rumormongering about this most famously venerated installment in Square Enix's inexhaustible roleplaying series getting more than a little nip and tuck. Devotees of Final Fantasy VII beg perennially for a remake...	1 vote

♦ The Verve - ‘Love is noise’

Currently 3.00/5 Stars. One of the top bands of the ninties devastated hundreds of fans when theya nnounced their split, but never fear, Richard Ashcroft (vocals), Simon Jones (bass), Nick McCabe (guitar) and Peter Salisbury (drums) are all set to release their first single for over ten years on Monday August 3. Entitled 'Love Is Noise'...	1 vote

♦ There Is No Such Thing Called Size Zero: Karishma

New Delhi : At a time when Bollywood actresses are falling over each other to acquire what her curvaceous sister has already flaunted on the silver screen and what they call size-zero figure, Karishma Kapoor says there is no such thing called "size zero or super skinny figure" and all the hue and cry over the issue was "meaningless and uncalled for". Talking to UNI here this afternoon, Karishma...	1 vote

♦ Benny, Bjorn stand for Pierce's singing

London (ANI): Irish/American actor Pierce Brosnan's singing in the musical 'Mamma Mia!' has been defended by former ABBA stars Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus. A mention was made that Pierce Brosnan took part in the film despite not being able to sing, and it caused quite some consternation with the duo. "Everybody complains that Pierce can't sing and it p***** me off.	1 vote

♦ Bahubali's Mahamastakabhisheka

Preparations were on in full swing in the town, surrounded by picturesque Western Ghats, for the smooth conduct of the third anointment, after the ones in December 1975 and February 1995. The mega religious event, being held after a gap of 12 years, would begin on January 28 and culminate with the anointment on February two with 1,008 kalashas (pots).	1 vote

♦ Van Halen show cancelled because it's too expensive

Van Halen have been ditched from a concert in Canada after government officials realised they can't afford to put it on. The Charlottetown show was to have taken place this September, but rising costs that would be subsidised by the provincial government have left officials balking.	1 vote

♦ Madonna's Rep Discusses Divorce, Alex Rodriguez Rumors

Madonna and Guy Ritchie aren't getting a divorce, according to a representative who also denies that the singer is having an affair with Alex Rodriguez.	1 vote

♦ Mad Catz Scratches Up $3.2M Net Income

Sales for the full year declined 12.2 percent to $87.6 million. Net loss for the fourth quarter was $800,000 compared to a net income of $700,000 a year ago. Net sales for the quarter were a record $21.9 million, Mad Catz said. The acquisition of PC game peripheral firm Saitek impacted Mad Catz' results. CEO Darren Richardson said in a statement...	1 vote

♦ Jamie Lynn Welcomes Baby Daughter.

A source tells U.S. magazine People, "Just the family was there" at the time of the 9:30am birth, adding big sister Britney's presence "made a big difference". Maddie Briann is the first child for Spears and her 19-year-old fiance Casey Aldridge, a pipe layer. The pair was engaged in March (08). The teen star stunned the Spears family when she announced her pregnancy news last year (07)...	1 vote

♦ New Hirst works to be auctioned

A series of new works by artist Damien Hirst including a trademark animal preserved in formaldehyde are to be auctioned in London. Sotheby's in London will host the auction, titled Beautiful Inside My Head Forever, in September. The main lot, The Golden Calf a preserved bull crowned by a solid gold disc is estimated to fetch £8-12m. Hirst, 43...	1 vote

♦ Rosie O'Donnell Will Wait For Marriage.

Rosie O'Donnell Will Wait For Marriage. Lesbian actress Rosie O'Donnell will wait until Same-Sex Marriages are legalised throughout the U.S. before she weds her partner.	1 vote

♦ Manson Lands Terminator Role.

Shirley Manson Lands Terminator Role.... Garbage frontwoman Shirley Manson has reportedly landed a role in U.S. TV series Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles. The Scottish singer has been given a regular role in the sci-fi show and will join the original line-up for the second season, which is due to air in America this autumn (08), according to The Hollywood Reporter.	1 vote

♦ WiiWare: downloadable indie games come to the Nintendo Wii

In February of 2006, former Nintendo of America marketing vice president Perrin Kaplan laid out Nintendo's forthcoming console generation with a strategy the company had dubbed "blue ocean." The blue ocean strategy, according to Nintendo, was an effort to create a gaming market where there previously wasn't one, with new methods, new approaches, and new platforms. This plan...	1 vote

♦ Caroline Aherne's Royle Christmas

Caroline Aherne is reportedly working on a Christmas special of 'The Royle Family'. The 44-year-old comedienne is said to be writing the first new episode of the sitcom since 2006, when 7.8 million viewers tuned in for 'The Queen of Sheba', which was billed as the final episode ever.	1 vote

♦ Central Park Gets A Wii Bit Fit

BLOG—In celebration of both National Physical Fitness and Sports Month and the launch of Wii Fit, on May 19th Nintendo will be heading to Central Park to provide live demos of the Wii Fit Balance board, an appearance by fitness trainer Ashley Borden...	1 vote

♦ Online Play For God Of War III?

"Online Gameplay Programmer" there is now the distinct possibility that God of War III will feature Internet play... Two-player online co-op...	1 vote