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Sony to assess spin-off proposal for entertainment business - Nikkei

Tue, 21 May 2013 21:10:04 +0100

(Reuters) - Sony Corp is considering evaluating a proposal from top shareholder Third Point LLC to spin off part of its movie and music business, Japanese daily Nikkei reported. Sony's U.S. listed shares rose 9 percent on Tuesday on the New York Stock Exchange. Billionaire hedge fund investor Daniel Loeb last week called on the company to spin off its lucrative entertainment arm, setting the stage for a clash between his activist Wall Street fund and management at the Japanese electronics maker. Sony declined to comment when contacted by Reuters. ...

Dame Judi proud of Bomber Boys role

Tue, 21 May 2013 20:53:01 +0100

Dame Judi Dench described herself as being "very proud" to be the first patron of a new campaign to preserve the Bomber Command Memorial for generations to come.

Microsoft unveils Xbox One with Spielberg, Activision tie-up

Tue, 21 May 2013 20:24:16 +0100

By Bill Rigby and Malathi Nayak REDMOND, Washington (Reuters) - Microsoft Corp gave the world a first look at its new Xbox One on Tuesday, announcing that its first gaming console in eight years will come with exclusive video and software content, including a "Halo" series produced by Steven Spielberg. The Xbox One, which will be available later this year at a price to be announced, will also be the first platform to release the next instalment in Activision Blizzard Inc's blockbuster shooter franchise, "Call of Duty". ...

Liberace movie places Cannes spotlight on gays

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:49:06 +0100

"Behind the Candelabra," the biopic of flamboyant entertainer Liberace that may be director Steven Soderbergh's swansong, turned the spotlight on homosexuality on Tuesday in a landmark year for gay rights.

Depardieu: Boston Bombs Not Chechnya's Fault

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:45:00 +0100

The French actor Gerard Depardieu has said that Chechnya is not to blame for the Boston bombings because the suspects were brought up in America.

Carol Burnett to receive top honour for American comedians

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:44:03 +0100

(Reuters) - U.S. actress and comedienne Carol Burnett will be honoured with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, the top award for American comics, the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts said on Tuesday. Burnett, 80, whose Emmy-winning sketch comedy program "The Carol Burnett Show" was a mainstay on U.S. television from 1967 to 1978, will receive the award during a ceremony at Washington's Kennedy Center in October. ...

Princes William and Charles speak out against wildlife trade

Tue, 21 May 2013 18:49:17 +0100

Prince William and his father Prince Charles delivered impassioned pleas on Tuesday for action against the illegal trade in wildlife which threatens some of the world's best loved animals.

Boston bomb brothers more American than Chechen - Depardieu

Tue, 21 May 2013 18:27:11 +0100

GROZNY, Russia (Reuters) - French actor Gerard Depardieu said on Tuesday the ethnic Chechen brothers accused of the Boston marathon bombing had been raised American and that residents of the volatile Russian region of Chechnya were not to blame. The actor, who accepted Russian citizenship after quitting France to avoid a planned 75 percent tax on millionaires, was echoing comments from Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov, with whom he has been filmed socialising. "I was in the United States when the terrorist act was carried out in Boston. ...

La Dolce Vita plays out with Italian films at Cannes

Tue, 21 May 2013 18:23:50 +0100

By Alexandria Sage CANNES (Reuters) - Paolo Sorrentino's "The Great Beauty," a nostalgic, melancholic ode to the eternal city Rome, is one of several films that touch on the unravelling of contemporary Italy in official selection at the Cannes film festival this year. Also competing for the prestigious Palme d'Or award to be handed out on May 26 is "Un Chateau en Italie" ("A Castle in Italy") by Franco-Italian director Valeria Bruni Tedeschi about the demise of an aristocratic family. ...

Jagger plans family fun at Glasto

Tue, 21 May 2013 18:11:54 +0100

Sir Mick Jagger has revealed that he is planning to make a weekend of it when he headlines Glastonbury with The Rolling Stones and will hang out with his children.

Bieber's pet monkey becomes 'German'

Tue, 21 May 2013 17:15:20 +0100

Justin Bieber's pet monkey, which was seized by German customs in March, officially became German property Tuesday after the Canadian pop sensation failed to claim the animal, officials said.

Russia angry over "stolen" Eurovision votes

Tue, 21 May 2013 17:08:12 +0100

By Lada Evgrashina and Steve Gutterman BAKU/MOSCOW (Reuters) - Moscow has clashed with the European Union over human rights and with NATO over security. Now another longstanding European institution is causing anger in the Kremlin and tension between Russia and Azerbaijan: the Eurovision Song Contest. Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Tuesday that 10 points were "stolen" from Russia's contestant in the weekend final of the annual musical extravaganza, who received no points from Azerbaijan - a result Azeri officials said was an error. ...

Eminem's publisher sues Facebook

Tue, 21 May 2013 16:31:18 +0100

Eminem's song publisher is suing Facebook and an ad agency, saying they copied music from one of the rapper's songs.

Liberace film throws spotlight on gay rights at Cannes festival

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:58:27 +0100

By Belinda Goldsmith CANNES (Reuters) - The relationship between the flamboyant pianist Liberace and his young lover dazzled at the Cannes film festival on Tuesday and threw the spotlight on gay rights at the movie industry's largest annual gathering. Director Steven Soderbergh said he struggled five years ago to secure funding for "Behind the Candelabra" because some financiers thought the film would only appeal to a gay audience and, at a cost of $25 million (16 million pounds), would be a financial risk. ...

Spencer made best of Bachelor bunch

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:17:20 +0100

Spencer Matthews has said he doesn't feel responsible for The Bachelor being axed as he "did what I could with what I had".

Moscow claims Eurovision vote theft

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:17:20 +0100

Russia is investigating an alleged vote theft at the Eurovision Song Contest.

Mock The Week back for series 12

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:17:20 +0100

Dara O'Briain's Mock The Week is back for a 12th series.

Passey: Sienna's a fire-starter

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:17:20 +0100

Hollyoaks actress Anna Passey has revealed that her scheming alter-ego Sienna Blake will start a fire in the pub, as revenge against Nancy Osborne.

Andre: I want to head to Summer Bay

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:01:30 +0100

Peter Andre has revealed that he would love a role on Australian soap Home And Away.

Gomez and Bieber's backstage kiss

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:01:30 +0100

Selena Gomez and Justin Bieber's on-off relationship appears to be on again, after they were caught on camera sharing a kiss backstage at the Billboard awards.

Eurovision: Russia Angered Over Vote 'Theft'

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:53:35 +0100

Russia has demanded answers over what it claims was an "outrageous" theft of votes from its Eurovision entry on Saturday.

Winnie Mandela forced auction cancelled

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:28:00 +0100

South African sheriffs cancelled a forced sale of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela's possessions to pay off her debts on Tuesday because they were unable to gain access to her house.

Singer George Michael under observation for head injuries

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:27:18 +0100

LONDON (Reuters) - British singer George Michael remains in hospital under observation for head injuries, five days after a car accident, his publicist said on Tuesday. "I can confirm that George remains in hospital but purely as a standard precaution for observation because he suffered some bumps and cuts to his head. But he's making good progress, he's fine and he's really looking forward to getting home," the spokeswoman said. ...

Pistorius brother acquitted of homicide charge

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:21:45 +0100

The older brother of South African Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius was acquitted of charges of culpable homicide and reckless driving Tuesday over a deadly road crash five years ago.

Justin Bieber's monkey 'Mally' becomes German state property

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:18:25 +0100

BERLIN (Reuters) - A monkey which belonged to popstar Justin Bieber has become German national property after the singer failed to provide authorities with the documents needed to reclaim the pet seized by customs officials. Bieber had until Friday to hand in the necessary paperwork which included health and species protection certificates after "Mally" his capuchin monkey was confiscated at Munich airport in March while the singer was on tour. ...

Brad Pitt: I've never been happier

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:02:40 +0100

Brad Pitt has revealed how he's never been "happier", despite having just a few friends.

Tulisa announces X Factor exit

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:46:28 +0100

Tulisa Contostavlos has confirmed she will not be returning as a judge to The X Factor this year.

Douglas: I'm 'proud' of Zeta Jones

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:33:11 +0100

Michael Douglas has spoken of his pride in wife Catherine Zeta Jones, as she returns home after a stint in rehab.

Brian May hopes Voice dies soon

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:33:11 +0100

Brian May has hit out at The Voice, saying he hopes the show will "die a natural death very soon".

Justin Bieber's Monkey Adopted By Germany

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:09:24 +0100

Justin Bieber's pet monkey is set to become the property of Germany.

Wayne Rooney And Coleen Welcome Son Klay

Tue, 21 May 2013 12:48:44 +0100

Manchester United star Wayne Rooney and his wife Coleen have had a second son.

BGT's Aliki: I embrace every moment

Tue, 21 May 2013 12:26:42 +0100

Britain's Got Talent contestant Aliki Chrysochou has told how battling a deadly brain disease encouraged her to seize the day and enter the show.

Explosive end for Nikhil and Gennie

Tue, 21 May 2013 11:57:23 +0100

Emmerdale stars Rik Makarem and Sian Reese-Williams have promised their exits from the soap will be "explosive".

Ray Manzarek: The Doors Keyboardist Dies

Tue, 21 May 2013 11:50:28 +0100

Ray Manzarek, a founding member of 1960s rock group The Doors, has died at the age of 74.

Michael 'in shock' says eyewitness

Tue, 21 May 2013 11:01:22 +0100

George Michael fell from his vehicle on to the carriageway of the M1 motorway, an eyewitness has claimed.

Dancing on Ice to end next year

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:37:57 +0100

Dancing On Ice is to be axed after one further series, it has been announced.

Comedy scriptwriter Braben dies

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:37:57 +0100

Comedy writer Eddie Braben, the third man behind the success of Morecambe and Wise, has died at the age of 82, his manager said.

Germany nationalises Bieber monkey

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:36:33 +0100

Justin Bieber's pet monkey is set to become the property of Germany.

The Doors keyboardist Ray Manzarek dies at 74

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:04:49 +0100

Ray Manzarek, co-founder of legendary 1960s group The Doors and creator of their signature organ sound, has died after a long battle with cancer, his manager said. He was 74.

Roo baby joy for Wayne and Coleen

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:57:44 +0100

Coleen Rooney has become mum to her second son.