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Is Katy Perry pregnant? 'Hell, no!'
Pop powerhouse Katy Perry takes aim at those persistent rumours she's expecting her first child with husband Russell Brand.

New York: Sombre symbol of loss
Visitors flock to New York's 9/11 memorial, among them Rob McFarland.

Cameron Diaz and Diddy caught 'hooking up'
Has Cameron Diaz moved on from ex-boyfriend Alex Rodriguez with Sean "Diddy" Combs? A rep for the Hollywood star speaks.

Sleepless from Seattle
Seven states, two days and all that scenery ... Roger Hall takes the train.

Madonna preps 'fantastic' new album
Music producer William Orbit teases fans with twitter updates about pop matriarch Madonna's long-awaited new album.

Washington: Five faces of Seattle
Seattle is a city of layers and each level offers unique sights and sounds.

Older does mean wiser
The over-55s use their brains more efficiently than their younger counterparts, say scientists.

Doctors clash over fertility advice
Experts disagree over when single women who want children should resort to freezing their eggs.

'Occupy' movement reaches New Zealand
Almost 2000 protesters plan to occupy Auckland's Aotea Square for the next six weeks.

Venice Beach, Los Angeles, USA
The nature of Los Angeles is revealed along this world-famous strip of coastline.