Katie Holmes has got the itch for another baby
Dont be surprised if Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes announce that they are about to become parents once again, for the actress is said to be itching for another baby. ANI
Julie Walters hates Harry Potter books
She might be starring in the Harry Potter movies, but English actress Julie Walters says that she hates JK Rowlings books of the same name. ANI
Cannibalism is what triggers off locust migration
Locust migrations have been viewed as one of the most spectacular events in nature. In seemingly spontaneous fashion, around 10 billion critters can suddenly throng the air and carpet the ground, bringing destruction. What makes them do it was a question unanswered up till now. ANI
Macca named Most Irritating Pop star of All Time
With his divorce from Heather Mills dominating the headlines for the last 12 months, it seems that Sir Paul McCartney has got on peoples nerves, for he has been voted the Most Irritating Pop star of All Time in a new online survey. ANI
Scientists discover enzyme that may contribute to schizophrenia
A new study on mice has found that the lack of an enzyme that contributes to Alzheimers disease can result in the development of a number of schizophrenia-like behaviours. ANI
Virus mimics human protein to capture cell growth machinery
Researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Harvard Medical School have shed light on the deceptive nature viruses by finding that the human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) can mimic a common regulatory protein to seize normal cell growth machinery, upsetting a cells primary anti-cancer mechanism. ANI
Pentagon withdraws controversial Guantánamo Bay Gen Hood from Pak posting
The Bush administration is learnt to have withdrawn the appointment of Maj. Gen. Jay W. Hood as a senior American officer based in Pakistan to fight Al Qaeda and the Taliban in tribal areas, reflecting the widening shadow that the military prison at Guantánamo Bay was still casting over American foreign policy. ANI
Skin flaps may help deliver cancer-fighting therapy
Researches in the US have identified a new way to fight cancer. ANI
Photosynthetic dimmer switch identified in green plants
A team of researchers has discovered a photosynthetic dimmer switch in light harvesting proteins in green plants, which could hold important implications for the future design of artificial photosynthesis systems, providing the world with a sustainable and secure source of energy. ANI
Kids with older siblings more prone to asthma symptoms
A new study from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health has discovered a significant link between birth order and development of asthma symptoms. ANI
Its splitsville for Liv Tyler, hubby
Another celebrity marriage that has not stood the test of time is that of Liv Tyler and British rocker hubby Royston Langdon, with the couple announcing their split. ANI
Brangelina importing their stuff to France
It seems that Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are making long-term arrangements for their stay in France. ANI
Tom Hanks to auction theatre role
American actor Tom Hanks has decided to auction off a role in Shakespeares The Taming Of The Shrew, to fans. ANI
Gwyneth Paltrow lavishes praise on her perfectionist hubby
American actress Gwyneth Paltrow has nothing but praises for her husband Chris Martin who has been working very hard on his band Coldplays new album. ANI
Indian scientists identify immune system pathway to fight allergens, asthma
Indian scientists from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine have identified genetic components of dendritic cells that play a crucial role in asthma and allergy-related immune response malfunction. ANI
Scientist develops mathematical formula for easy sleep monitoring
A scientist from University of Queensland has developed a mathematical formula that may simplify future diagnosis of sleep problems. ANI
Clinton says she will stay the course for presidential nomination
Former U.S. First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton says she will remain in the presidential race until theres a nominee. ANI
US Congresswoman says PPP is ok, but Nawaz a problem
The PPP was doing a good job in Pakistan, but former prime minister Nawaz Sharif was more of a problem and needed to be watched, said Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, who chairs the Pakistan Caucus on Capitol Hill. ANI
Some anti-obesity drugs might disrupt neural development in kids
Researchers from Massachusetts Institute of Technology have warned that new anti-obesity drugs may interfere with neural development in kids. ANI
Growth rates of breast cancer tumours faster in younger women
A new approach to estimate tumour growth, developed by scientists at the Department of Etiological Research, Cancer Registry of Norway, has indicated that the growth of breast cancer tumours is faster in younger women as compared to older women. ANI
Oprah reveals Mariah Careys Mrs. Cannon tattoo
Oprah Winfrey has revealed that Mariah Carey had the words Mrs. Cannon tattooed on her back before she tied the knot, insisting that the singers marriage with Nick Cannon wasnt a last minute thing, it was all pre-planned. ANI
Indian scientists identify immune system pathway to fight allergens, asthma
Indian scientists from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine have identified genetic components of dendritic cells that play a crucial role in asthma and allergy-related immune response malfunction. ANI
Water dynamics play a pivotal role in fish biodiversity
A new method developed by researchers from Princeton University has shown that water dynamics play a pivotal role in the biodiversity of fishes in river networks. ANI
Study unveils beneficial, harmful effects of silicon supplements on sunflower
Scientists have shown beneficial and detrimental effects of silicon supplements on sunflowers grown in greenhouse environments. ANI
Madges lesbian kiss with another woman in Paris
Madonna gave guests at a private show in Paris something to remember when she locked lips with another woman. ANI
Potential target for Alzheimers identified
Researchers at the Gladstone Institute of Neurological Disease (GIND) have identified a potential target for Alzheimers disease. ANI
Some anti-obesity drugs might disrupt neural development in kids
Researchers from Massachusetts Institute of Technology have warned that new anti-obesity drugs may interfere with neural development in kids. ANI
Obesity may boost dementia risk by up to 80%
Researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health have found that being obese can increase the risk of Alzheimers disease by as much as 80 per cent. ANI
Movement of iron snow helps to maintain Mercurys magnetic field
New scientific evidence has suggested that the movement of iron snow helps to maintain Mercurys magnetic field. ANI
Angelina Jolie up for Best Villain at MTV Movie Awards
Angelina Jolie has been nominated in the category of Best Villain at the 2008 MTV Movie Awards. ANI
Uma Thurmans stalker convicted
Uma Thurmans stalker Jack Jordan, who was a former mental patient, has been convicted by a New York court of stalking and harassing the Hollywood actress. ANI
Women who quit smoking cut death risks in 5 years
Women who quit smoking cut their risks of death from heart disease significantly within five years and have a 20 percent lower chance of dying from smoking-related cancers within that time period, says a new study. ANI
Osama is hiding in Wazirstan
If an American journalist is to be believed, Al Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden is hiding in Waziristan, somewhere near the city of Miram Shah. ANI
Obama wins North Carolina primary, race tightens in Indiana
One of the frontrunners for the Democratic nomination for the U.S. presidential polls, Barack Obama, won the crucial North Carolina (NC) primary on Tuesday, but the contest in Indiana is presently too close to call. ANI
Keira Knightley blames nerves for her pouty looks
Hollywood actress Keira Knightley holds her nervous temperament responsible for her famous pout. ANI
Britney Spears couldnt wait to return to How I Met Your Mother
Pop star Britney Spears is excited to return to her role as ditzy receptionist Abby on CBS How I Met Your Mother. ANI
Bond bosses worried over Daniel Craigs plummeting weight
Daniel Craigs rigorous workouts on the sets of the new James Bond flick is worrying movie bosses. ANI
Mary-Kate Olsen is Vanessa Hudgens style icon
When it comes to style, teen star Vanessa Hudgens looks up to Full House star Mary-Kate Olsen for inspiration. ANI
Diaz is fitter than me, says Ashton Kutcher
It seems that actress Cameron Diaz is indeed giving a tough fight to Hollywood heartthrob Ashton Kutcher, when it comes to being fit. ANI
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