Shilpa Shetty in ‘EastEnders’?
March 31, 2009
Shilpa Shetty
Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty is in talks to join the cast of award-winning English TV soap opera ‘EastEnders’.
Recipe for great sex
March 31, 2009
Make no mistake...its love
If you’ve been wondering what makes someone good in bed, don’t hit the gym.
Only a great physique or knowledge of twenty different positions doesn’t make for wonderful sex. It might sound old-fashioned, but really knowing and liking your partner is crucial to the mercury rising in your bedroom. These are some common goof-ups people make during sex, and how to avoid them.
Giant laser experiment powers up
March 31, 2009
Take a ride on a beamline in this National Ignition Facility promotional video
The US has finished constructing a huge physics experiment aimed at recreating conditions at the heart of our Sun.
The US National Ignition Facility is designed to demonstrate the feasibility of nuclear fusion, a process that could offer abundant clean energy.
Murray reaches last 16 in Miami
March 31, 2009
Sony Ericsson Open, Miami
Date: 25 March to 5 April Coverage: Updates on BBC Radio 5 Live, live scores/text commentaries on BBC Sport website & mobiles. Live on Sky Sports.
Murray is hoping to end the week as the world number three
Andy Murray overcame a tricky start to beat Chile’s Nicolas Massu and reach the fourth round of the Sony Ericsson Open in Miami on Monday.
The Scot, 21, lost the opening three games as he struggled on serve but recovered to edge the first set and dominate the second in a 6-4 6-4 win.
Owen has England future - Lampard
March 31, 2009
England door not closed for Owen - Lampard
England midfielder Frank Lampard says manager Fabio Capello has not shut the door on Newcastle striker Michael Owen.
Owen is yet to play under Capello and was recently referred to as England’s “history” by the Italian.
But Lampard says the 29-year-old, who has scored 40 goals in 89 England caps, should not give up hope of a recall.
UK troops begin Iraqi withdrawal
March 31, 2009
UK troops begin Iraqi withdrawal
British forces are due to begin their official withdrawal from Iraq as the UK’s commander in the south of the country hands over to a US general.
Major General Andy Salmon will transfer authority for what will become Multi-National Division South to US Major General Michael Oates.
Khmer Rouge leader admits crimes
March 31, 2009
Duch told the tribunal that he had not held a senior role in the regime
A key Khmer Rouge leader has admitted responsibility for crimes committed during the regime’s brutal rule.
Speaking at a UN-backed tribunal in Cambodia, Kaing Guek Eav - also known as Duch - expressed “regretfulness and heartfelt sorrow” for his actions.
Duch is accused of torture, crimes against humanity and premeditated murder for his alleged role in the deaths of more than 10,000 people.
Lahore ‘was Pakistan Taleban op’
March 31, 2009
Mr Mehsud does not like to be photographed
The chief of the Pakistani Taleban, Baitullah Mehsud, has told the BBC his group was behind Monday’s deadly attack on a police academy in Lahore.
He said the attack was “in retaliation for the continued drone strikes by the US in collaboration with Pakistan on our people”.
Hundreds feared drowned off Libya
March 31, 2009
Hundreds feared drowned off Libya
Hundreds of people are feared dead after at least one boat packed with suspected illegal migrants heading for Europe sank off the coast of Libya.
Libyan officials said at least 21 people had died and about 20 were rescued after a vessel reportedly carrying 250 people went down.
Madonna attends adoption hearing
March 30, 2009
Madonna has faced criticism in the past for adopting from Malawi
Madonna has left a Malawian court after a hearing to begin the adoption of a second child from the African country.
Her application to adopt Chifundo James has been adjourned until Friday, according to a Lilongwe court official.