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Jun 22, 2010

Climate change sceptic scientists 'less prominent and authoritative' - Telegraph

Scientists were grouped as "convinced" or "unconvinced", and researchers examined how many times they had published papers on the climate

Greece offers 'insurance policy' for tourists - Telegraph

by Damien McElroy
Published: 2:46PM BST 22 Jun 2010

Tourism generates almost one-fifth of the Greek gross domestic product but bookings have collapsed 10 per cent since the onset of the financial crisis Photo: PA

Hollywood film on Bhopal accused of whitewash - Telegraph

The film, Bhopal: A Prayer for Rain, is set for release in December and focuses on the aftermath of the gas leak in 1984, which was the world's worst industrial accident.

World Cup 2010 signs: posters and banners held by fans - Telegraph

Fans hold up a sign reading 'Kim-Jong-Il thinks I'm at work' during the Brazil v North Korea game at the FIFA World Cup 2010 in Ellis Park Stadium, Johannesburg

Fans hold up a sign reading "Kim-Jong-Il thinks I'm at work" during the Brazil v North Korea game at Ellis Park Stadium, Johannesburg

British student held in Yemeni prison with al-Qaeda members - Telegraph

By Oliver Holmes in Sana'a
Published: 2:43PM BST 22 Jun 2010

Jamie Mearns: British student held in Yemeni prison with al-Qaeda members

Jamie Mearns: Jamie Mearns, right, December 2009, while he was in Yemen

Jamie Mearns, 35, from Aberdeen, said he was arrested at a checkpoint just outside the capital Sana'a when soldiers looked at his passport.

Barack Obama considers sacking US general McChrystal - Telegraph

Toby Harnden in Washington
Published: 4:05PM BST 22 Jun 2010

US commander McChrystal forced to apologise for Afghanistan comments

General Stanley McChrystal Photo: AFP/GETTY IMAGES

"McChrystal has been directed to attend the monthly meeting [on Wednesday] on Afghanistan and Pakistan in person," a senior American official said so the general could "explain to the Pentagon and the commander in chief his quotes in the piece about his colleagues".

Afghanistan: 300th British casualty 'lived his days as a lion' - Telegraph

Royal Marine Richard Hollington: 300th Afghan fatality

Royal Marine Richard Hollington Photo: PA

Marine Richard Hollingtons, from 40 Commando, died from his wounds in the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham on Sunday morning with his family by his side.

Guardian Daily podcast: 300th British fatality in Afghanistan | World news | guardian.co.uk

Hearses carrying the coffins of six dead soldiers pass mourners in Wootton Bassett

A man's guide to marriage: the best man | Life and style | guardian.co.uk

Prince Edward's wedding — Prince Edward flanked by his brothers on his wedding day. Traditionally royal grooms have two supporters, rather than one best man. Photograph: Phil Noble/AP

The best man has three specific functions: the stag, the rings and the

Life and style | guardian.co.uk

Gabrielle Palmer, the author of The Politics of Breastfeeding, is live online to answer your questions and join in your debates

Budget 2010 live: George Osborne unveils tax and spending plans | UK news | guardian.co.uk

George Osborne delivers his emergency budget speech — George Osborne delivers his budget speech today. Photograph: BBC

World Cup 2010 live blog: 22 June | Football | guardian.co.uk

David Villa and Emilio Izaguirre. Photograph: Kerim Okten/EPA

SODAHEAD SLIDESHOW: Is Ricky Martin the Biggest Gay Musical Icon Ever?

BIGGEST ICON OR NOT: Ricky kept his private life just that for a very long time despite ongoing debate and probing interviews. When he came out this year he joined the ranks of openly gay musical icons.

Slipknot - Paul Gray Died From An Overdose - Contactmusic News

An autopsy has proven that Slipknot's bassist Paul Gray died from an accidental overdose after taking morphine and fentanyl.

Ailing Ozawa cancels Berlin orchestra performances through next year

Seiji Ozawa

World Cup sets up Superfly to be a chart-topper

Superfly singer Shiho Ochi

Jun 21, 2010

FIFA happy with standard of refereeing

YUICHI NISHIMURA Japanese referee and Spain’s Gerard Pique, Jun 21, 2010

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Tuesday 22nd June, 07:00 AM JST
Japanese referee Yuichi Nishimura smiles as Spain’s Gerard Pique begs not to be given a yellow or red card during the World Cup Group H match against Honduras at Ellis Park stadium in Johannesburg on Monday.

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George Osborne facing budget backlash

George Osborne has described announcements due tomorrow as the 'unavoidable budget'. Photograph: Carl Court/AFP/Getty Images

World Cup 2010: Spain v Honduras - as it happened!

David Villa shoots, David Villa scores. Photograph: Jon Hrusa/EPA

Miley Cyrus

Flynet

We've heard it before. This time, it's true.
After three years of dating, genetic lottery winners Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr are making it official, as the actor's rep confirms to E! News that the duo is engaged.
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Ashley Tisdale: Sexy on the Set

Continuing work on her new project, Ashley Tisdale was spotted on the set of “High Stakes” in Toronto, Canada today (June 21).
The “High School Musical” babe looked lovely as she filmed scenes with Austin Butler, while wearing several different getups.

Anna Nicole Smith Judge -- It Was 'Foul Play'

Celebrity breakups: Stars in Splitsville

Breaking up is hard to do, even if you're rich and famous. Check out the latest star couples to join the celebrity broken hearts club ...
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Hayden Christensen and Rachel Bilson have <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/gossip/2010/06/18/2010-06-18_rachel_bilson_and_hayden_christensen_are_taking_a_break.html" target="_blank">called it quits</a> - at least for now. Christensen, 29, and Bilson, 28, are 'taking a break,' a source close to the couple told <a href="http://www.usmagazine.com/healthylifestyle/news/engaged-rachel-bilson-hayden-christensen-taking-a-break-2010176" target="_blank">UsMagazine.com.</a><br><br>

The source says the couple - who announced their engagement in February 2009 - are 'taking about a month off.' They plan to reevaluate their relationship after the break to decide if they should stay together.
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Bilson and her 'Star Wars' beau met on the set of the 2008 action flick 'Jumper.'

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Take a look at what other big names are back on the market ...

Gotcha! The most fabulous photos from Fashion Week!

Red-hot Rihanna and Giuseppe Zanotti at the designer's boutique

Fit and fabulous over 40

Sharon, Cindy and more over-40 women are giving younger starlets a run for their money with their sizzling, swimsuit-ready bodies. Check out the over-40 fit club. <br><br>If there's one thing Madonna hasn't lost, it's her <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/gossip/2010/05/05/2010-05-05_madonna_isnt_shy_to_flaunt_her_toned_body_in_lacy_lingerie_for_interview_magazin.html" target="_blank">age-defying physique.</a> The Material Girl continues to change her evolving look by posing for the May issue of <a href="http://www.interviewmagazine.com/music/madonna" target="_blank">Interview magazine</a> in a variety of ensembles, ranging from an eye-patch to lacy lingerie.
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Seductively tugging at her underwear, the 51-year-old star flaunts her ridiculously toned body in one photo, while sensually resting a crucifix on her mouth in another.

<br><br>Check out the other celebrity hotties defying Hollywood's over-40 stereotype...

Marisa Tomei is sexy as ever - even as single mom in Jay and Mark Duplass' 'Cyrus'

BY Jacob E. Osterhout

Watts/News

For Brooklynite Marisa Tomei, a good time in New York City can mean a visit to a flea market and hitting up a pizzeria. Now that's sexy.

'Rookie Blue' star Missy Peregrym looking to be more than just a pretty face in the business

By Richard Huff

Wilkie/ABC

Missy Peregrym, who started out as a model, snagged her first lead series role on ABC's new cop drama 'Rookie Blue.'

Stars who take the plunge with their necklines

Showing some skin on the red carpet is nothing new in Hollywood -- in fact, it's almost a right of passage. But taking the plunge when it comes to necklines isn't just for the ladies anymore -- Hollywood's leading men are also letting it all hang out. In Tinseltown, it seems like everyone from starlets to rockstars needs to get something off their chest ... their clothes. <br><br>In case you haven't noticed, Megan Fox's hotness is back ... <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/gossip/galleries/transformers_foxy_star/transformers_foxy_star.html" target="_blank">with a vengeance.</a> The sexy 'Jonah Hex' star brought out the, er, big guns, to the premiere of her new flick. <br><br>See who else is making their decolletage center stage ...<br><br>BY JOANNA SLOAME

Megan Fox at 'Jonah Hex' premiere.

Diane von Furstenberg, Betsey Johnson and Tommy Hilfiger descend on Broadway's 'Sidewalk Catwalk'

Noonan for News

(From l. to r.) Naeem Khan, Donna Karan, Norma Kamali, Tommy Hilfiger, DVF Diane Von Furstenberg, and Nanette Lepore showcase specially designed mannequins as part of 'Sidewalk Catwalk'.

Underwear is not outerwear!

Sure, every woman's had that unfortunate bra strap slip, but that's no excuse for Hollywood's growing underwear-as-outerwear trend. From trying to pass off panties as pants to wearing bras as blouses, Tinseltown's hottest starlets are taking their unmentionables from the bedroom to the red carpet ... but it's not as hot as it sounds. Check out the celebs who should be sent to the principal's office for these fashion offenses ...<br><br>Miley, you're 17 years old!!!! Stop with the see-through shirts and <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/lifestyle/fashion/galleries/shes_how_old/shes_how_old.html" target="_blank">prostitot look.</a> It's not as cute as you think it is.<br><br>See who else has been caught, er, topless ...
<br><br>BY JOANNA SLOAME

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TAME her! Miley flirts with racism at MMVAs

Miley Cyrus may not want to be tamed, but her performances could use a little reigning in. The 17-year-old singer presented a borderline racist tribal performance of "Can't Be Tamed" at the 2010 Much Music Video Awards (MMVAs) in Toronto Sunday night.

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