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A Sneak Peak at the Volvo S60

It was in Sweden where the S60 was spotted. Directly inspired by the prototype unveiled earlier this year at the Detroit Auto Show, the new S60 has more curves than its predecessor.

The newcomer has a 1.6-litre direct injection engine linked to a dual-clutch transmission, promising good fuel economy without compromising performance.

As always, Volvo vows not to neglect its security standards with this sedan. Among the standard features we find a pedestrian detection system that activates the brakes.

More information about the S60 will be revealed when the Swedish brand officially unveils its new model at the Detroit Auto Show this January.

 

 

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Dodge Scraps the Caliber SRT4

Dodge announced in a statement that the company is discontinuing the Caliber SRT4, the American brand’s most powerful small car.

Introduced in 2007, the car came packed with a 2.4-L DOHC 16-valve dual VVT four-cylinder intercooled turbocharged engine, delivering 285 hp and 265 lb-ft of torque. However, this model didn’t manage to win the hearts of consumers.

With the disappearance of the Caliber, the SRT (Street and Racing Technology) division at Chrysler will also be tossing five other models; the Chrysler 300C SRT8, the Dodge Charger SRT8, Challenger SRT8 and Viper SRT10, and the Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8.

 

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The 2010 Toyota 4Runner Unveiled

The Japanese SUV has been given a welcomed facelift, according to unauthorized snapshots leaked on the Web.

Although it retains its personality traits, the 2010 model is more square, giving it a more modern look to rival the competition.

Since the SUV has not yet officially been presented by Toyota, information so far is just speculation.

According to Autoblog, the 2010 4Runner is expected to be offered in two versions, the four-cylinder or the V6, while the V8 version has allegedly been abandoned.

 

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Harrison Ford Is Ready for Another Indiana Jones

The American star was recently in France for the Deauville American Film Festival, where he was a guest of honour.

The 67-year-old actor told Figaro that he wouldn’t hesitate to return to his role as the well-known archeologist under the direction of Steven Spielberg.

"The story for the new Indiana Jones is in the process of taking form," Ford said, adding, "Steven Spielberg, George Lucas and myself are agreed on what the fifth adventure will concern, and George is actively at work. If the script is good, I’ll be very happy to put the costume on again." 
 
In the meantime, Harrison Ford will star in The Crowley Project, a drama which opens in theatres next year.

 

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Kylie Minogue’s Dream Comes True

The 41-year-old Australian singer joined the members of ABBA to perform the song Super Trouper in London’s Hyde Park over the weekend.

The three-hour show featured several artists, who had come together to pay tribute to the Swedish music stars of the 70s.

Minogue loved the experience so much, that she had no trouble going back on stage at the end of the show to sing When All Is Said and Done.  She called the night "a dream come true."

Founded in the early 1970s, ABBA enjoyed several big hits around the world before splitting up in 1982.

 

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Elton John Wants to Adopt

The news comes as a shock from the English star, who has always maintained that he didn’t want children because he travels too much.

Elton John revealed that a child has "stolen my heart," after meeting a boy during a visit to an orphanage in Ukraine.  John and his partner, David Furnish, now want to adopt the 14-month-old, named Lev.

The singer explained, "Having seen Lev today, I would love to adopt him. I don’t know how we do that but he has stolen my heart."  He added, "And he has stolen David’s heart and it would be wonderful if we can have a home."

The 62-year-old star entertained the children with a performance of his song Circle of Life.  The orphanage is filled with children who have lost their parents due to AIDS.  Elton John has always been an activist in the fight against AIDS.  Last year, he performed in Kiev.  The Ukraine is the most affected country in Europe, regarding this terrible disease.

 

 

 

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Colin Farrell’s Outburst on the Red Carpet

The star of the new thriller was presenting his film at the Toronto International Film Festival when the incident occurred.

The actor was accompanied by his sister Claudine, when a cameraman shouted at her, telling her to move away while he took a snapshot of her movie star brother.

Farrell did not appreciate the request, and confronted the paparazzo face-to-face. An eyewitness revealed, "He took it personal. He said, ‘Do not shout at my sister like that, do not ever speak to my sister like that ever’."

The heated moment was short-lived, and the actor continued on his way inside the theatre where his film was to be shown.

Ironically, the film Triage is about the psychological effects of the war waged by photo journalists.

 

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Mary J. Blige Is a Perfectionist

The R&B star hired an acting coach to help her prepare for her cinema debut.

Blige stars in the film I Can Do Bad All By Myself, which opens in North American theatres today (September 11).

Director Tyler Perry (Madea Goes to Jail, Meet the Browns) had Blige in mind when he wrote the role, so the singer took the task very seriously. She explained, "I went and got an acting coach and it helped a lot."

In I Can Do Bad All By Myself, Blige plays the best friend of the film’s star, Taraji P. Henson.  The singer added that the role suited her perfectly, saying, "I am a good friend; when I love you I love you hard."

In other news, Mary J. Blige denied recent reports that she would be participating in a Michael Jackson tribute concert.

 

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Ben Affleck and Greg Grunberg Are Dream Guys

A survey conducted of women who are clients at the California sperm bank Cryobank named Affleck and Grunberg as the stars they would most prefer their children to resemble.

The sperm bank has created a new programme in which moms-to-be can choose their sperm donor based on which celebrity they look like.

Affleck, who starred in the film He’s Just Not That Into You, and Grunberg of the television series Heroes, were the top picks of the women, followed by Paul Walker, Scott Caan, Bradley Cooper and Gerard Butler.

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Natalie Cole Takes the Stage

Earlier this week, the 59-year-old singer hit the Hollywood stage, just months after undergoing a kidney transplant.

Now that she has overcome her health struggles, the Unforgettable singer is relieved. Cole said to her audience at the Hollywood Bowl, "I really do have to say … it really is a miracle time. It’s a miracle night for me." The crowd warmly applauded the multiple Grammy winner who performed 17 songs that night.

Cole expressed, "My heart is very full tonight, and I know a lot of you know why. It’s just good to be back. You know what I’m saying?"