Saturday, July 3, 2010

MOVIE NEWS ... GET LOW

MOVIE NEWS ...

GET LOW

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Opening in the US on July 30th, Robert Duvall and Bill Murray will Get Low  in a comedy from director Aaron Schneider.

For years, townsfolk have been terrified of the backwoods recluse known as Felix Bush. People say he's done all manner of unspeakable things -- that he's killed in cold blood; that he's in league with the Devil; that he has strange powers -- and they avoid him like the plague. Then, one day, Felix rides to town with a shotgun and a wad of cash, saying he wants to buy a funeral.

No release date has been scheduled for Australia.

10 THINGS ABOUT … PRINCE HARRY

10 THINGS ABOUT …

PRINCE HARRY

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1. His full title is His Royal Highness Prince Henry Charles Albert David of Wales

2. He is third in line to the throne behind his father Charles, Prince of Wales and his older brother, Prince William.

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3. When Prince William was seven, he told his mother, Diana Princess of Wales, that he wanted to be a policeman so he could look after her. Five year old Prince Harry responded “Oh, no you can’t. You’ve got to be King!”

4. He was 12 years old when Diana was killed in a car crash on Paris in 1997. He walked with his father and brother in the procession at his mother’s funeral.

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5. In November 2001, he took part in Eton College’s Famous Eton Wall Game, which is Britain’s’ oldest and most violent school game. Harry came out unscathed.

6. After graduating from School, he took a year gap during which he spent time in Australia, working on a cattle station. He also worked in an orphanage in Lesotho.

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7. Harry has made headlines for being caught with marijuana, accused of cheating and for wearing a costume with swastika for a themed costume party.

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8. There long have been whispers that he is not, in fact, the son of Prince Charles, but of his mother’s lover James Hewitt.

9. In 2006 Prince Harry was commissioned as an army officer. He served in Afghanistan for more than two months from the end of 2007 to early 2008. He is now training to be a helicopter pilot with the Air Army Corps.

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10. He has been in an on-again/off-again relationship with Zimbabwean beauty Chelsea Davy for the past five years. It is rumoured that they have broken up again.

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IT’S NOW … JULY

IT’S NOW …

JULY

July takes it name from the Roman month Julius.

July Birthflower –

Water Lily – this graceful flower with peaked petals is said to promote good luck and an open heart. It is the national Flower of Bangladesh.

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July Birthstone –

Ruby – the red version of the mineral corundum and the second in hardness only to the diamond. Being red, the ruby is associated with passion and love, which is why it is often given in an engagement ring. It is said to make the heart stronger and prevent miscarriage

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July 1 is the first day of the new financial year when Governments and Businesses get their finances in order.

THIS WORLD … PANGOLINS

THIS WORLD …

PANGOLINS

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A pangolin , also scaly anteater or tenggiling, is a mammal of the order Pholidota. There is only one extant family (Manidae) and onegenus (Manis) of pangolins, comprising eight species. There are also a number of extinct taxa. Pangolins have large keratin scales covering their skin and are the only mammals with this adaptation. They are found in tropical regions of Africa and Asia. The name “pangolin” derives from the Malay word pengguling (“something that rolls up”). Pangolins are nocturnal animals, and use their well-developed sense of smell to find insects. The long-tailed pangolin is also active by day. Pangolins spend most of the daytime sleeping, curled up into a ball.

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Pangolins were classified with various other orders, for example Xenarthra, which includes the ordinary anteaters, sloths, and the similar-looking armadillos. Newer genetic evidence indicates that their closest living relatives are the Carnivora, with which they form the clade Ferae. Some paleontologists have classified the pangolins in the order Cimolesta, together with several extinct groups.

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The physical appearance of pangolins is marked by large, hardened, plate-like scales. The scales, which are soft on newborn pangolins harden as the animal matures, are made of keratin, the same material of which human fingernails and tetrapod claws are made.

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The pangolin is often compared to a walking pine cone or globe artichoke. It can curl up into a ball when threatened, with its overlapping scales acting as armour and its face tucked under its tail. The scales are razor-sharp, providing extra defence. The front claws are so long that they are unsuited for walking, and so the animal walks with its fore paws curled over to protect them. Pangolins can also emit a noxious smelling acid from glands near the anus, similar to the spray of a skunk. Pangolins have short legs, with sharp claws which they use for burrowing into termite and ant mounds, as well as climbing.

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The size of pangolins varies by species, ranging from 30 cm to 100 cm (12 to 39 inches). Females are generally smaller than males.

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The tongues of pangolins are extremely elongated and extend into the abdominal cavity. By convergent evolution pangolins, the giant anteater, and the tube-lipped nectar bat, all have tongues which are unattached from their hyoid bone and extend past their pharynx deep into the thorax. This extension lies between the sternum and the trachea. Large pangolins can extend their tongues as much as 40 cm (16 inches), with a diameter of only 0.5 cm (1/4 inch).

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In pangolins, the section of the brain that relates to problem solving is highly developed. Although their problem solving ability is primarily used to find food in obscure locations, when kept in captivity pangolins are remarkable escape artists.

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Arboreal pangolins live in hollow trees, whereas the ground dwelling species dig tunnels underground, up to a depth of 3.5 m (11 feet). Pangolins are also good swimmers.

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MOVIE NEWS … NEW PETER PARKER

MOVIE NEWS …

NEW PETER PARKER

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Andrew Garfield is the new Peter Parker. The "Red Riding" star has won the lead role in Sony's reboot of its "Spider-Man" franchise being directed by Marc Webb. The studio will release the film in 3D on July 3, 2012.

The new iteration, which will veer from the Sam Raimi-directed trilogy that starred Tobey Maguire, begins production in December. James Vanderbilt wrote the screenplay.

As with the previous three films, Laura Ziskin and Avi Arad will produce.

SUPERSTITIONS ... BRIDE'S VEIL

SUPERSTITIONS ... BRIDE'S VEIL

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A bride's veil protects her from evil spirits who are jealous of happy people.

JUST FOR FUN … ONLY IN CHINA 4

JUST FOR FUN …

ONLY IN CHINA 4

For many years, it has been accepted that thinking outside of the square to solve situations has been a characteristic of the Chinese people. Often to those who see these solutions are amused.

Here are some innovative solutions to everyday situations!

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MOVIE TRIVIA … 10 THINGS I HATE ABOUT YOU

MOVIE TRIVIA …

10 THINGS I HATE ABOUT YOU

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The title "10 Things I Hate About You" sounds remotely like "Taming Of The Shrew" (on which this film is based).
Julia Stiles originally auditioned for the role of Bianca Stratford.

Larisa Oleynik and Joseph Gordon-Levitt also date each other in "3rd Rock from the Sun" (1996), as Tommy and Alissa.

Cameron says, "I burn, I pine, I perish," a direct quote from Taming of The Shrew.

Despite playing her older sister by nearly 2 years, Julia Stiles is actually only three months older than Larisa Oleynik.

Cameron's name, Cameron James, is a play on the name of a famous director, James Cameron.

Heath Ledger improvised the moment where Patrick starts playing with the fire.

The scene in which Kat reads the "10 Things" poem was the first and only take, according to the DVD extras. Kat's tears towards the end of the poem were not planned.

Heath Ledger beat out Josh Hartnett and Ashton Kutcher for the role of Patrick.

ENTERTAINMENT NEWS ... GLEE REALITY SHOW

ENTERTAINMENT NEWS ...

GLEE REALITY SHOW

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The cable network Oxygen plans to air a reality casting show for Glee beginning in June 2011, according to Deadline.com. Glee co-creator Ryan Murphy had considered launching a televised search for new cast members this September but decided to concentrate on writing the second season of the hit show instead.

As in previous reality shows, the Oxygen series will feature young performers competing for a role on Glee. The network will begin airing repeats of the show in 2013. An unidentified source told Deadline.com that the show’s owner, Twentieth Television, “sees the big picture of this show. It's intent on building this brand that is Glee: a live touring business, music download business, soundtrack album business, DVD business now syndication business."

In addition to repeats and the casting show, Oxygen has won the rights to air two Glee-themed specials. The second season of Glee will begin in fall 2010 on Fox.

TRIVIA BITS …MOBILE PHONE TEXTING DISORDERS

TRIVIA BITS …

MOBILE PHONE TEXTING  DISORDERS

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With the advent of mobile phones and the huge market that now relies on this technology, researchers in Australia have identified four distinct disorders - textaphrenia, textiety, post-traumatic text disorder and binge texting.

Textaphrenia is thinking you've heard a message come in or felt the device vibrate when it actually hasn't.

Textiety is the anxious feeling of not receiving any texts or not being able to send any.

Post-traumatic text disorder involves physical and mental injuries related to texting. "There are physical issues arising like walking into things while texting and even crossing a road without realising."

Binge texting is when teens send multiple texts to feel good about themselves and try to attract responses

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QUOTABLES … THEODORE ROSZACK

QUOTABLES …

THEODORE ROSZACK

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Undeniably, some kids click with computers. The emphasis, however belongs on some—as in the phrase, some kids click with violins, or some kids click with paintbrushes. But there are no millions being spent to bring violins or paintbrushes into the schools .

— Theodore Roszak, 1986

ENTERTAINMENT NEWS ... X-FILED TO STAGE

ENTERTAINMENT NEWS ...

X-FILED TO STAGE

David Duchovny

David Duchovny, star of TV’s The X-Files and Californication, will make his New York stage debut in MCC Theater’s world premiere production of Neil LaBute’s The Break of Noon. Performances begin at the Lucille Lortel Theatre on October 28, directed by Jo Bonney. No opening date has been announced.

Duchovny will star as John Smith, a man who, amidst the chaos and horror of the worst office shooting in American history, sees the face of God. His modern-day revelation creates a maelstrom of disbelief among everyone he knows. A newcomer to faith, John urgently searches for a modern response to the age-old question: At what cost salvation?

Duchovny currently stars in Californication and won  a Golden Globe and two Emmy nominations for playing FBI agent Fox Mulder in The X-Files.

Friday, July 2, 2010

QUOTABLES … WOODY ALLEN

QUOTABLES …

WOODY ALLEN

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"It is impossible to travel faster than the speed of light, and certainly not desirable, as one's hat keeps blowing off."

- Woody Allen

ENTERTAINMENT NEWS ... THE LIZA COLLECTION

ENTERTAINMENT NEWS ...

THE LIZA COLLECTION

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On June 30, Liza Minnelli debuted her Liza Collection clothing line on HSN. The Liza Collection - exclusive to HSN - consists of limited-edition apparel and jewellery inspired by Liza's trademark look and recreated from her personal archives.

"My life has provided me the ability to amass a wonderful wardrobe designed by fashion's brightest stars," said Liza Minnelli. "I am excited to work with HSN in launching The Liza Collection and to have the opportunity to share my favorite looks with millions of women who want to look fabulous and feel their very best."

The collection is a first for Liza within the fashion category, bringing to life some of her most recognized looks, including sequined separates and signature flowy pants. Jewellery is inspired from some of Liza's most treasured pieces pulled straight from her jewellery box including necklaces, bracelets, rings and earrings

ENTERTAINMENT NEWS ... BROADWAY ELF

ENTERTAINMENT NEWS ... 

BROADWAY ELF

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The musical adaptation of the film Elf has set an opening date of November 10 at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre, New York. Previews will begin on November 2 for a limited holiday engagement through January 2, 2011. Casey Nicholaw will direct and choreograph the show.

Elf features music by Tony nominee Matthew Sklar, lyrics by Tony nominee Chad Beguelin and a book from Tony winners Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin. No casting has been announced.

Based on the hit 2003 film of the same name, Elf follows Buddy, a Christmas elf who finds out he is actually human and leaves the North Pole to search for his real family in New York City.

MOVIE NEWS … PREQUEL FOR RAMBO

MOVIE NEWS

PREQUEL FOR RAMBO

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While Sylvester Stallone has retired from playing John Rambo, that may not be the end of the character it would seem. Answering questions at AICN, Stallone says he's open to the idea of a prequel to the franchise.

"I certainly think this is worth pondering because it’s intriguing to find the whys and wherefores of how people have come to become what they are. The traumas, the loss, and the tragedy of being in Vietnam would certainly be a great challenge for a young actor" says "The Expendables" director.

Stallone would also be up for helming the film, joking "it would be ironic that Rambo directs younger Rambo after having played it for 20 plus years."

TRIVIA BITS … 10 SINGERS BORN IN WALES

TRIVIA BITS …

10 SINGERS BORN IN WALES

Shirley Bassey

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Charlotte Church

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Dave Edmunds

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Mary Hopkin

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Tom Jones

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Cerys Matthews

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Harry Secombe

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Shakin’ Stevens

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Bonnie Tyler

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Malcolm Vaughan

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