Author: Martin D'Anjou

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Potins

Paparazzi Desperate for Brangelina Shots

Ever since Angelina Jolie gave birth to her twins just recently, the paparazzi have been desperate to get the first snapshots of the babies, causing dismay for the celebrity couple’s security guards.

The two stars, who have been living in France for several weeks, already announced that she has sold the first official photos of the babies for a sum of $11 million, and the money will be donated to a charity.

However, for independent photographers, one snap of the babies would be worth its weight in gold. That explains why there has been a swarm of  opportunists surrounded Château Miraval, where the couple is staying.

Last Thursday, two cameramen caused some trouble for security. One of the guards broke a finger while trying to intercept a photographer dressed in camouflage.

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Musique

The Rolling Stones Dump EMI

The long-term, worldwide contract with the most popular rock group in EMI’s history, has moved over to Universal Records. The agreement between the Stones and EMI ended in March, ending a partnership that lasted 31 years.

The new deal ensures that Universal will release the group’s next recordings, as well as take over the rights to the Rolling Stones catalog. Universal also expects to put out the group’s earlier music in digital format.

In a statement, the group said, "Universal are forward thinking, creative and hands-on music people. We really look forward to working with them."

For EMI, the rock band’s departure is a significant loss. During the course of recent years, the label has had to bid farewell to major names, like Sir Paul McCartney and Radiohead.

Among some of the best-known musicians to have switched to the Universal label are Elton John and U2.

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Potins

Pamela Anderson Becomes Tommy Lee’s Roomy

The voluptuous Canadian-born actress recently revealed the news during an interview with Ryan Seacrest on the radio station KIIS-FM.

The former Baywatch star confirmed, "We live together." However, she also announced, "I’m not with him with him."

When Seacrest asked her if the situation could change, Anderson responded, "You never know what could happen," and added, "I mean, we can’t get rid of each other, we love each other, you know?"

The blonde ended the interview, saying, "And it’s kind of a funny, dysfunctional family like everybody else but, you know, hopefully one day we get it together. If not, we’re really good friends."

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Potins

Britney Spears Cleans Out Her Closet

The star, who has finally reached an agreement after a two-year custody battle for her two children with Kevin Federline, is cleaning out her closet.

She is putting the wardrobe she wore in her Drive Me Crazy and Oops, I Did It Again tours up for sale.

In addition, Spears will sell an autographed t-shirt signed by fellow members of the Mickey Mouse Club, including Justin Timberlake and Christina Aguilera. The Disney show was the starlet’s big break. The price of the t-shirt is valued at more than $25 000.

Also for sale will be other collectors items, such as the wedding dress Madonna wore in her Like A Virgin tour in 1984. 

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Potins

Guy Ritchie Has No Complaints

In an interview with People magazine, the 39-year-old director claims that his marriage is alive and well, despite the recent rumours that his relationship with Madonna has hit a dead end.

Over recent weeks, rumours have surfaced that the couple was about to divorce, which the singer has strongly denied.

The British cinematographer told People magazine, "My marriage is fine as far as I’m aware of."

Ritchie was in the United States to promote the release of his next film, RocknRolla, a gangster film that was shot in London. The film will hit theatres in England in September and will make its way to America in October.

Madonna, 49, is currently by her husband’s side in New York getting ready for her upcoming world tour, which begins in August.

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Canadians Modify Their Lifestyles

According to a study conducted by Group Investors, 75% of participants noticed an increase in their grocery bills within the last three months. Nearly half (48%) of the people said that they had already started purchasing less expensive produce.

Canadians are attributing the rise in food prices to the rising cost of fuel, which is prompting a change in attitude. Although the price of food has only increased 1.2 % in the country since last year (Statistics Canada, April 2008), several Canadians anticipate a rise in food costs and are considering changing their habits.

Thus, 87% of the people surveyed said that they would make efforts to eat at home rather than eating out, buy local produce (85%), limit the purchase of exotic or out-of-season fruits (55%), grow a garden (46%) or eat less meat (41%).

In total, there were 1030 Canadians, 18 years and up, that responded to the national survey over the telephone in the beginning of June.

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Musique

New Details About Metallica Disc

The metal band has revealed a few details about the upcoming album.  Produced by Rick Rubin, who has worked with such talents as the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Slayer and Rage Against the Machine, the new disc will be the first studio album from Metallica since 2003’s St. Anger.  It has also been revealed that several tracks on the CD are longer than seven minutes.

Beginning in July, Metallica will embark on a European music festival tour.  It’s also expected that the band will announce a few other shows before July.

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Potins

Britney Spears Not Being Charged

The photographer, who has not been identified, alleged last May, six months after the incident, that the 26-year-old star drove her car over his foot.

The district attorney dismissed the complaint on the grounds that there was not sufficient evidence to accuse the star.

According to the prosecutor, there has been such a media frenzy surrounding Spears, that it would be hard to prove the driver’s negligence, even if photos of the incident were snapped.

Therefore, no charges will be pressed against Spears.

Last October, the singer pleaded not guilty for driving without a license.
 

 

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Mode et accessoires

Spring in Canada

Spring, formerly known as Transit, will be opened around Canada.  The negotiations for this project started three years ago.  In the last few days the project has been finalized.

Aldo would like to reach urban consumers, offering a product that is reasonably priced.  There will be 121 Spring stores in Canada, 17 in the United States, and 38 other boutiques in six other countries.  Each boutique has 250 styles for women, and 125 for men.

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Musique

Eric Clapton Adds Montreal To His Tour

The Slowhand singer will perform in Toronto on May 27, and in Montreal the following evening.

The two cities will mark the only Canadian visits for Clapton’s tour.  Tickets go on sale on March 7 and 8, respectively, for Toronto and Montreal.

The legendary guitarist, who has earned 18 Grammy Awards, released his compilation CD, Complete Clapton, last October.  The two-disc collection features his greatest hits.