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Actor Furlong arrested in Hollywood
Actor Edward Furlong has been arrested on suspicion of violating a restraining order filed by his ex-girlfriend.
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Obama threat to go rogue and speak out
President Obama apparently has his own Hollywood-inspired aspirations. According to a nugget buried in a New York Times story on Thursday, Obama has been telling aides that he is tempted to pull a "Bulworth" – that is to make like Warren Beatty's liberal senator character in the 1998 movie of the same name by going rogue and saying exactly what is on his mind regardless of the political fallout.
Rosanna's old prep school facing uncertain future as debts pile up
THE former preparatory school of former Miss World Rosanna Davison and her father Chris De Burgh, the oldest in the country, is beset by financial difficulties amid fears about its future, the Sunday Independent has learnt.
Like a faded film star, Cannes loses some of its allure
When Carey Mulligan ditched the Tiffany spangles and Prada sequins of her screen role in The Great Gatsby in favour of a baggy jumper and the dingy folk music venues of the new Coen brothers film, Inside Llewyn Davis, it seemed like a comment on this year's Cannes film festival.
Orla enjoying Poirot adventure
Orla Brady has revealed how filming the new series of Poirot was tricky as almost every character has a different accent.
DiCaprio: I'm comfortable with fame
Leonardo DiCaprio has revealed he doesn't mind living his life in the public eye.
Glamorous Jane goes it alone for children's fund
JANE Given and her footballer husband, Shay, were famous for raising funds for charity.
Helberg: Big Bang not stale yet
The Big Bang Theory star Simon Helberg has said the show feels stronger than ever, as the sixth series ended on US screens.
Alesha attracts the acts on BGT
Alesha Dixon proved a hit with the male contestants in this week's Britain's Got Talent auditions.
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Lawsuit that may change complexion of cosmetics
The woman taking on the cosmetics industry
Will you be a sucker for the vampire facial?
It’s the latest cosmetic procedure causing a buzz, but does PRP (it’s actual name) live up to the headlines it's generated?
The eyes have it, so let's look after them
Great products for pretty peepers
Frenemies: Madonna wanted Paltrow to ‘suffer’ at Met Gala
Madonna reportedly “didn’t even glance” in Gwyneth Paltrow’s direction at the Met Gala.
Taylor Swift fan arrested after swimming up to her beach front home
The man swam over two miles to her property with the intention to meet her
Angelina Jolie planning more surgery to remove ovaries
May undergo more surgery to further reduce cancer risk
Double trouble as more couples sleep apart
The double bed may soon be a thing of the past with up to 40pc of couples choosing to sleep apart, research suggests.
Dear Mary: Why are women in rural Ireland so unfriendly?
IRISH women are not great at doing friendships
Ask Mary: My husband's teenage children act up with me when they come to stay, especially the daughter
This was never an issue until recently- they seem to be acting up more.
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Features
Calcium, osteoporosis and Coeliac Disease
People with coeliac disease have a higher risk of developing the bone disease osteoporosis
John Rocha talks eyes
John Rocha, known for his signature muted tones, has brought in a vibrant palette for his debut foray in to eyewear
Be fab at 50 ‘Shouts’ Lulu with new Aurora Collection
Lulu unveils a collection of glasses created specifically for stylish women aged 50 plus
Features
Should’ve gone to Specsavers …New Hawkeye will give refs a clear view
‘Should’ve gone to Specsavers’, will be a phrase aimed less often at referees, now that the new Hawkeye points detection technology is going live at Croke Park.
A splash of colour as … John Rocha and Specsavers join forces
Bright crimson, blush pink and indigo blue are the keynotes in one of the biggest fashion stories of this year. Designer John Rocha has launched his first ever eyewear collection, teaming up with Specsavers.
Managing cross contamination on a gluten-free diet
One of the problems with managing a gluten free diet is making sure that you don’t accidentally pick up gluten.
