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Final farewell paid to king of pop Michael Jackson

04.09.09
Michael Jackson took centre stage for the last time at a funeral service at which friends and family were given the opportunity to grieve in private... more

Liam Neeson thanks US for its support by becoming a citizen

27.08.09
Liam Neeson has decided to become an US citizen because of the support shown by Americans following the death of his wife Natasha Richardson... more

Only a serious shake-up can end this Afghan mess

13.07.09
We have had a progressively dysfunctional Parliament and government since 2002. In the confusion over Afghanistan, we are now seeing the culmination of the dysfunctional handling of our defence forces over the same period... more

Now you know: flattery never fails, Gordon

06.03.09
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400,000 fans join Barack and stars for a dream sing-along

19.01.09
Barack Obama claimed the mantle of Abraham Lincoln and Martin Luther King as he told nearly half a million people gathered in Washington: "The dream of our founders will live on in our time."... more

It’s so hard I often wonder where to start, says Obama

17.11.08
Barack Obama has admitted he faces "enormous" challenges when he takes over in the White House... more

Dave beats Gordon to Barack's book club

11.11.08
How will Barack Obama bond with Gordon Brown and David Cameron when it comes to literary tastes? ... more

How Hiram and Blanche did their bit for the President

05.11.08
After Barack Obama's historic victory last night, one of the greatest taboos in American politics has been put to rest... more

Obama's long road to the White House

05.11.08
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Only Obama can make America walk tall again

03.11.08
Barring a last-minute upset, the US will tomorrow elect its first black president. One leading historian explains why that is so exciting... more

Biffo’s bold move boggles the bankers

01.10.08
The scale of the Irish deal is utterly mind-boggling, totalling about €97,560 (£77,150) per head of the population... more

Paul Daniels, The Krankies, Cannon & Ball... So just why do these geriatric jokers still play to sell-out crowds?

05.09.08
It's something of a surprise to discover that some are still with us, let alone fresh from sell-out shows in seaside resorts all around the country.... more

Stars come out for Obama as Hollywood moves to Denver for candidate's historic speech

29.08.08
First word on Barack Obama's historic nomination acceptance speech from a bevy of celebrities in attendance was decidedly partisan: 'It was excellent,' Black Eyed Peas singer Fergie said. 'It was amazing.' ... more

BAZ BAMIGBOYE IN CANNES: Sienna Miller, Penelope Cruz, Naomi Campbell and more...

23.05.08
The Cannes Film Festival hands out its prizes on Sunday and the top stars are preparing for an action-packed weekend. BAZ BAMIGBOYE has all the gossip from the French Riviera.... more

Mates of Marilyn

13.03.08
If director Harmony Korine wants to say something about celebrity, it gets drowned out in the plot-turns of Mister Lonely.... more

Off the record

08.02.08
David Smyth asks which US presidential candidate has the best tunes and highlights the hobo set to play a gig at the Royal Albert Hall.... more

No sign of treasure here

07.02.08
National Treasure: Book of Secrets uses good actors to dim effect and director Jon Turteltaub should be given a good slap.... more

A madcap hour of fun that could be award bound

23.08.07
Sketch show Pappy's Fun Club is much more hit than miss and fully deserves its prestigious if.comedy Award nomination, says Bruce Dessau.... more

O2 turns into Springfield for premiere

25.07.07
The Simpsons Movie gets its UK premiere tonight. The 02 centre will be transformed into Springfield for the occasion.... more

Trouble at Marco's

14.08.06
Mark Bolland visits Marco Pierre White's latest establishment, Luciano, and gets a rude introduction followed by inedible pasta and grumpy service.... more

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