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NZ scientist Russian spy suspect
One of NZ's greatest scientists was investigated by Britain's MI5 as a suspect in passing information to Russia on the first atomic bombs, according to newly released files.

Michael Douglas' ex-wife reprimanded for demanding more money
Michael Douglas ex-wife was blasted in court yesterday on Tuesday.

Jay-Z's baby dream
Jay-Z – who is married to Beyonce Knowles - has admitted he wants a baby after being persuaded by close friend Chris Martin.

Google boss warns over personal data we share online
Eric Schmidt warns that the amount of personal data people leave online could force them to change their names to escape their cyber pasts.

High life brought down to earth
Frustration is a familiar emotion to passengers who fly often - so just imagine how it afflicts the most frequent flyers of all, the cabin crew.

A plus factor
Marc Jacobs is set to find out how much demand there is for high fashion among women over size 14, who are still ignored by top brands.

Most of Gulf oil spill 'now dispersed'
Three-quarters of the oil that has leaked into the Gulf of Mexico poses no further risk to wildlife, according to an investigation.

In the hot seat
Josh Emett tells Kerri Jackson there's nothing hellish about working for Gordon Ramsay.

Madonna nostalgic for London
Shooting a movie in London for six months has made Madonna want to stay permanently.

Kate Winslet dating again
The actress, who split from husband Sam Mendes in March, has been seeing a male model.

New York town abuzz over Clinton wedding
Rhinebeck - a town in New York is abuzz over hosting Chelsea Clinton's wedding.

Ex-champ arrested at hot dog event
A Japanese eating champion who sat out this year's Coney Island Fourth of July hot dog contest apparently couldn't resist the temptation to show off anyway.

Femme fatale spy suspect wants to stay in US
Spy suspect Anna Chapman is embarrassed by media reports about her - but still wants to stay in America.

One year since his death, fans remember Michael Jackson
Global celebrations of Jackson's brilliant but troubled life kicked off with the unveiling of a memorial in London yesterday.

New York: Strawberry fields forever
They mostly go to Strawberry Fields - a pristine landscaped area in Central Park - for one purpose: to remember John Lennon.