Celebs pick their Best Film of 2008

February 28, 2009

Aishwarya in Jodhaa Akbar

Aishwarya in Jodhaa Akbar

Get ready for the glittering night of the 54th Idea Filmfare Awards 2008, scheduled for February 28, 2009.

Movies that are nominated under the Best Film category this year are Dostana, Ghajini, Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na, Jodhaa Akbar, Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi and Rock On!

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Eight wonder ways for a flat tummy!

February 28, 2009

Eight wonder ways for a flat tummy!

Eight wonder ways for a flat tummy!

Blame it on SRK’s six-pack-magic, Aamir’s eight-pack-charisma or Priyanka’s hot bikini bod, but flaunting the flattest tummy and a set of well toned abs is the latest dream for many youngsters.

But, they usually tend to forget that it takes more than just basic crunches and crash dieting to carve a drool worthy, flat stomach. Explains fitness trainer, Deanne Pandey, “Ab exercises + cardio exercises + right diet – this is the most effective formula to achieve well-toned abdominal muscles. Missing upon any one of these will take away the real impact of an abs-workout.”

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Campaigners stage liberty events

February 28, 2009

UK CCTV camera numbers are thought to be among the world's highest

UK CCTV camera numbers are thought to be among the world's highest

The “database state”, counter-terrorism laws and press freedom will be among issues discussed by campaigners at the Convention on Modern Liberty later.

Hundreds of people are expected to attend the main event in London, with other gatherings across the UK.

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Online risks: from cancer to autism?

February 28, 2009

Online risks: from cancer to autism?

Online risks: from cancer to autism?

A number of reports have recently linked online networking and computer games to a host of health risks.

 

Susan Greenfield, the eminent neuroscientist and head of the Royal Institution, is the latest to weigh into the debate, warning that young people’s brains may be fundamentally altered by internet activity.

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No deal in Israel coalition talks

February 28, 2009

Mrs Livni said her Kadima party would form an opposition

Mrs Livni said her Kadima party would form an opposition

Israel’s prime minister-designate Benjamin Netanyahu says talks to include the centrist Kadima party in a coalition have ended without agreement.

The Likud leader said he had faced “categorical rejection” in 90-minute talks with Kadima leader Tzipi Livni.

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Vatican rejects bishop’s apology

February 28, 2009

The bishop said he did not mean to cause offence

The bishop said he did not mean to cause offence

The Vatican has rejected an apology by a British bishop who denied the full extent of the Holocaust.

It said the bishop needed to “unequivocally and publicly” withdraw his comments.

Earlier, Jewish leaders said the bishop had failed to address the issue of whether he believed that the Holocaust was a lie.

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Mugabe set for lavish birthday

February 28, 2009

Mr Mugabe's supporters say thousands will rally in celebration

Mr Mugabe's supporters say thousands will rally in celebration

Zimbabwe’s President Robert Mugabe is preparing to celebrate his 85th birthday at a lavish party paid for by his supporters.

They have raised $250,000 (£176,000) for the event, being held in Chinhoyi, north-west of the capital, Harare.

The new prime minister, former opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai, is expected to be attending.

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McIlroy will be number one - Els

February 28, 2009

McIlroy has taken centre stage on his US professional debut

McIlroy has taken centre stage on his US professional debut

Ernie Els has backed Rory McIlroy to become world number one after the Northern Ireland teenager made the WGC Accenture Match Play quarter-finals.

The 19-year-old from Holywood is the centre of attention in Arizona following Tiger Woods’ early exit.

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West Indies v England 4th Test

February 28, 2009

Bopara and Ambrose put on a hugely impressive 113 runs in 21.3 overs

Bopara and Ambrose put on a hugely impressive 113 runs in 21.3 overs

First Test, Barbados (day two, close):
England 600-5 dec v West Indies 85-1

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2009 Six Nations

February 28, 2009

France: (13) 21
Tries: Dusautoir, Heymans Con: Parra Pens: Parra 3Wales: (13) 16
Try: Byrne Con: S Jones Pens S Jones 2, Hook

2009 Six Nations

2009 Six Nations

France destroyed Wales’ hopes of back-to-back Grand Slams as they defied a late Welsh onslaught in Paris.

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