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Kate Winslet - MENDING WAYS

Friday, April 23, 2010

Kate Winslet

returns after

break-up

Hollywood actress Kate Winslet has returned to work after calling off her seven-year marriage with filmmaker Sam Mendes.

The Oscar-winning actress was pictured in New York, filming scenes for her forthcoming television show, Mildred Pierce. Donning a 1940s0style floral tea dress with matching brown coat, hat and shoes, it seemed the 34-year-old slipped into the role of Mildred with ease.

] Set during the Great Depression, Mildred Pierce is the story of a middle class house wife who divorces her husband and goes on to raise their children. The couple have a son named Joe together, and Kia, Winslet's daughter from her first marriage to assistant director Jim Threapleton.

Sanjay Dutt: BEWARE OF MEDIA

Sanjay Dutt's media phobia

Sanjay dutt hates doing interviews. One reason for this is that he is inherently shy and the probing nature of the media business makes him uncomfortable. Second reason for the Bollywood star's reluctance to do interviews is simple. For the better part of his 50 years. Sanju has been answering awkward questions because his life has been one big seesaw. What is interesting though is Sanjay's method of keeping the media at bay. Earlier, he would just wear a scowl on his face say sources.

And the scowl was enough to keep press guys away from deadly Dutt, Now that he is older and more benign, Sanju has found another escape route. Every time he spots a media person, he starts talking animatedly on his mobile phone. The plite media guys often wait for him to finish his conversation before intruding. And many of them even leave because the actor leaves his set talking into his phone and then escapes into his vanity van.So, the next time you spot Sanju talking on his phone, you can be sure he is doing it just to avoid getting into a conversation with a presswallah!

Sameera Reddy - RULES AND REGULATIONS

"Law'yal citizen!

Sexy Sam is quite iffy with the men in uniform.Here, we mean the police in Mumbai.

The news is that the actress recently had a heated argument with the Mumbai police for listening to music on her mobile while driving. :It's true! I did have an argument with the highway cops. But frankly speaking. I was not even aware of the rule that we are not supposed to listen to music while driving. so, I asked the policeman to charge me a fine, to which he retorted, 'Where will celebrities like you find time to go to the courts?" the actress wrote on a social network.

The usually cool Sameera lost her temper when the cops dilly dallied, without giving a proper answer. :When I couldn't take it anymore, I immediately got out of the car to resolve the situation. People started flocking around and when they recognised me, they started arguing with the police. Finally, the cops got scared and let me go."

This must have been an experience the actress wouldn't like to remember in future. There are better things in store for you, Sam!

Pooja: NO QUITING PLANS

ON DENIAL MODE

All those saddened by rumours of actress Pooja's decision to quit acting can now afford to sport a smile.

The actress, whose impressive performance in Naan Kadavul came in for considerable praise, has dismissed recent reports that had claimed that she had decided to quit acting to get married.

"There is no truth in these reports. I've decided to take up only good roles after Naan Kadavul. As a result. I've turned down over 15 other offers to act. I'm waiting for the right script to act. Apart from that, I also have a few personal issues to attend to and these have kept me from acting at the moment.

But what about rumours of her parents searching a bridegroom for her? Says the actress, "It is true that my dad wants to see me married. I have immense respect for him and so have given in to his wishes, but with conditions. I have given my dad time till the month of June to find a suitable alliance for me. I have requestied him that in the event of him not being abloe to find a suitable boy by June, he should permit me to act.

He too has agreed. However, I am pretty certain he will not be able to find a suitable bridegroom with the conditions I've imposed." Now, here's one smart lady!

Anjana Sukhani - PIOHTING THBASH

No ash trouble for Anjana?

Yes, ash created a lot of trouble for Anjana Sukhani, and before there's any confusion, the ash we are talking about here is the ash from the volcano in Iceland.However, unlike Katrina Kaif, who couldn't be part of a ash, Anjana got really lucky. the actress managed to get a flight to Zurich where she will be shooting for a film. Anjana's brother is to fly from UK and join Anjana and their mom in Switzerland for some family time. However, his arrival hasn't been confirmed either. If this trip hadn't worked out, Anjana was planning to opt for a photoshoot and was also planning a quick trip to Goa, thanks to the bonus holiday.

Mandira Bedi: DISAPPOINTED

'I'm extremely upset'

Actress and criket host Mandira Bedi tells CT what's killing her

The Eyjafjalljokull Volcano ashes in Iceland have turned many hopes into ashes, including Mandira Bedi's . the actress and cricket host is 'stranded' (if being at home can be termed 'stranded') in India and could not make it to the UK to resume her hosting there. She has even lost the contract.

It is not the loss of contract, however, that Mandy is upset about. It's extremely upset. I am feeling very helpless. I am feeling as if I have lost one of the best things in my life," She says.

It was a bad birthday gift, confesses Mandira, "I was on a 15-day break in such a way that I could bring in my birth day (April 15) with my family and then head for the UK. Everything was working as planned. I had a blast on my birthday; we partied till 5 am, after which I headed for the airport where I was told that all flights have been canceled due to the Volcano ashes. I waited for a few hours before going back home, hoping that I would fly the next day. I kept calling up airlines officials, but all my hopes turned to ashes.I feel lousy. I miss the studios so much and people there are missing me too -- they have been telling me so."

First, she was dropped as a host in India and now she has lost her hosting contract in the UK too. "When I didn't get to host season 3 here, I got a better offer. But who knows, my not being able to make it to the UK could be a blessing in disguise. Had I been stranded there, it would have been worse."

Preetika - WORKOUT SPECIAL

'Arya is my

fitness guru'

...says actress Prretika, who is busy with Chiku Bukku

If you've seen this debutant actress in person, you'll wonder why she ever needs to be concerned about her fitness. With an hourglass figure, Preetika is as fit as she can be. Yet, pretty Preetika, Bollywood actress Amrita Rao's sister, insists on calling fitness her 'morning mantra' these days.

The beauty seems to have taken her fitness regime seriously after her co-star Arya shared some fitness secrets with her. "Arya has a great physique! While working on Chikku Bukku, he was kind enough to lend some serious fitness tips to me," she reveals.

Apparently, the good-looking Kollywood hunk -- whose female fans seem to be increasing by the day -- took personal interest in Preetika and charted out a diet and a workout regime for his latest leading lady. "Arya would ask me every time on the sets about whether I had hit the gym! And during lunch and dinner breaks, he would give special instructions to the cook on how to serve me the right platter!" reveals Preetika.

And from what we hear, Preetika is getting compliments for her newtoned look that's adding a dash of spice to her sweet features. "All thanks to Arya; he is my fitness guru!" exclaims the Mangalorean beauty.

About her rumoured "frosty relationship" with Shriya Saran (the other heroine of Chikku Bukku).Preetika says, "Contrary to rumours, we get along well. I first met Shriya in Karaikudi on the sets of the movie. It was Arya who introduced me to her and the first thing she said to me was that I have a lovely voice and that she finds me very beautiful! Such words of praise and appreciation, coming from someone I consider a consummate actress and a perfect beauty, was over whelming! We ended up spending two hours at dinner, discovering that we can almost see each others homes in Mumbai from our balconies. We spoke about everything under the sun -- right from mediation techniques to workouts and diets".

The film, which also has shriya Saran as Arya's leading actress, seems to be creating a bit of confusion about the Preetika's role in it. Ask her about it and she playfully replies, "Well, Arya's just got lucky this time with two leading ladies!" About why she was not in London for the film's latest song shot, she states, "I don't feature in that particular song. In a way, I'm glad I was not part of the song because that would mean I would have been stranded in London like my co-stars! However, i feature in three other songs, but can't reveal anything more on them or the film at this stage." So, what's she doing next in kollywood? "I', listening to a lot of stories and will take a call soon."

SOME FATS GOOD FOR HEART, WEIGHT

All saturated fats don't raise

cholesterol level, says study

.

Washington: Doctors have for long said that saturated fat raises cholesterol levels and causes heart disease. Now, a new study suggests not all saturated fats cause weight gain and cardiovascular disease.

"Saturated fat is not the artery clogging killer we think it is, according to a recent study by Harvard University. However it's not completely off the hook," said Deakin University's nutrition expert Dr David Cameron-Smith .

"Saturated fat is not just one fat, we know that different types of saturated fat vary from the harmless to those that are dangerous to heart health. The real question is identifying what saturated fats are dangerous by following different types of fat from food into our blood and then into the fat storage deposits of our body" he said. "The effect of full fat dairy foods on health is as much of a mystery today as it was several decades ago. Our study for the first time tracks the fats once eaten through the blood and into fat cells." Camero-Smith said.

A refreshing insight from the study is that dairy fats are not easily digested and the impact on blood fats is far less than might be expected. "Less at, particularly the shorter saturated fats , arriving in the blood is great news for both heart disease and weight gain. We think that this reduces the storage of these dangerous types of fats and is beneficial for many aspects of health, including heart disease." Cameron-Smith said.

From a Worm - lead Damage human organs in Future....

From worm, clues to regrowing organs

Planarian worms can regenerate body parts-including a whole head and brain-with the help of a gene called 'Smed-prep',which is essential for correctly regrowing body parts

London: Scientists have discovered the mechanism through which works regenerate their amputated body parts -- a research that could lead to regrowing of damaged human organs in future.

The University of Nottingham research into how Planarian worms can re-grow body parts -- including a whole head and brain -- found a gene called 'Smedprop' which is essential for correctly regenerating body parts among the creatures.

The research gives hope that one day it would be possible to regenerate old or damaged human organs and tissues, the Daily Mail reported. "These amazing worms offer us the opportunity to observe tissue regeneration in a very simple animal that can regenerate itself to a remarkable extent and does so as a matter of course," said lead researcher Aziz Aboobaker, a Research Councils UK Fellow in the university's School of Biology.

"Any fundamental advances in understanding from other animals can become relevant to humans surprisingly quickly. If we know what is happening when tissues are regenerated under normal circumstances, we can begin to formulate how to replace damaged and diseased organs, tissues and cells in an organised and safe way following an injury caused by trauma or disease," he added.

Smed-prp is necessary for the correct differentiation and location of cells tht make up a Planatian worm's head, as well as for defining where the head should be located.

They found although the presence of Smed-prep is vital so the head and brain are in the right place, the worm stem cells can still be persuaded to form brain cells as a result of the action of other unrelated genes.

LONG LIVE BACHELORS


HUSBAND&WIFE

PROVERBS

DON'T MARRY FOR MONEY;YOU CAN BORROW IT CHEAPER.

MEN HAVE AN BETTER TIME THAN WOMEN;FOR ONE THING,

THEY MARRY LATER,&FOR ANOTHER THING,THEY DIE EARLIER.

WHEN A NEWLY MARRIED COUPLE SMILES ,EVERY ONE KNOWS WHY.

BUT

WHEN A TEN YEAR OLD COUPLE SMILES ,EVERY ONE WONDERS WHY?

WHEN A MAN OPENS THE DOOR OF HIS CAR FOR HIS WIFE,ONE THING IS SURE; THE CAR IS NEW OR THE WIFE

I ASKED MY WIFE WERE TO GO DURING OUR ANNIVERSARY;SHE TOLD:SOMEWHERE SHE NEVER WENT,I ASKED:"HOW ABOUT THE KITCHEN.

During Flyers - At High Risk of Blood Clots

At high risk?

In-flight blood

test can tell

Plastic Strip Can Assess Clots

London: There is good news for air passengers who are at high risk of fatal blld clots during long haul flights.
   European scientists are now developing a computerised plastic strip that could assess the risk of the condition -- known as deep vein thrombosis (DVT) -- through a simple blood test among flyers.
          The new system would require one drop of blood, which would be analysed by a biochip for blood clotting markets that indicate a high risk of DVT, the Daily Mail reported.
Immobility on flights can lead to DVT, when a blood clot forms in the deep veins of the legs which can be dangerous if left untreated. If this travels to the lungs, a pulmonary embolism can result in the lungs collapsing and heart failure.
         According to the report, researchers in eight european countries are developing the technology for the DVT system and other "smart plastics" to monitor body functions, such as a sensor wristband for measuring electric smog to warn pacemaker patients of life-threatening exposure.
Professor Karlheinz Bock, head of Polytronic Systems at German research institute Franunhofer IZM, which is taking part in the European Union project, said; "This example shows clearly the possibilities for polytronics.
          "In a networked world, oriented towards people, inexpensive, multifunctional systems are needed. In this manner, we can construct small, handy, and easy-to-use systems that for the most part make life easier for the sick and elderly," added Bock.
   The single-use cartridge plate could be carried around by anyone at risk of clotting disorders. Initially it is expected physicians would read the results through a little hand-held scanner. But like diabetics are currently able to read their insulin levels with personal monitors, it is expected those at risk of DVT would eventually be checking their own blood clotting levels.

BLOOD TEST - During Health

Blood test to let transplant
patients skip biopsies

A gene-based blood test worked as well as a surgical procedure used to check for signs of rejection in patients with heart transplants, US researchers said on Thursday. They said the simple blood test called AlloMap, made by molecular diagnostics company XDx Inc. will allow heart transplant patients to forego frequent biopsies of the heart, a procedure dreaded by many transplant patients because it is uncomfortable and can damage heart valves in a few patients. "This represents a major step forward in the way we manage a patient after hart transplants because we can now said Dr Hannah Valantine of Stanford University, who designed the study to determine whether it was safe to reduce the number of necessary biopsies by using the blood test.

Bottled up anger can kill heart patients:

People with heart disease might want to take a careful look at how they handle their feelings of anger. Researchers at Tilburg University in the Netherlands found that heart disease patients who suppressed their anger had nearly triple the risk of having a heart attack or dying over the next 5 to 10 years. The researchers investigated the interplay among "Type D" personality, anger, anger suppression, and outcomes in heart disease patients. People with Type D personalities are prone to suffer from anger and other negative emotions, and find it difficult to express themselves in social situations.

Preemies face lifetime lung trouble:

Children born extremely early -- at 25 weeks or before -- may risk a lifetime of lung problems, including asthma, British researchers reported on Thursday. They found that extremely pre-term babies who lived to age 11 aften had abnormal lung function and were twice as likely as children born at a full 39 or 40 weeks to be diagnosed with asthma. "Many ofthese children may not be receiving appropriate treatment," said Janet Stocks of University College London, who led the study.

For suggestions, queries and comments,mail to times.trends@timesgroup.com

FLIGHT RESTAURANT

FLIGHT RESTAURANT

The Ir@n-Contra Cargo Plane - Restaurant and Bar

What's the future for a cargo plane after it was shot down?

Well, it can start a bar and restaurant business. Not bad. Don't take it as a joke. Fairchild C-123 relates its name with one of the biggest scandals in the mid 1980's. That involved the Reagan Administration's bizarre of network for arms sales to Iran. This very cargo plane was shot down on October 5, 1986, while delivering supplies to the Nicaraguan Contras.

However, now it's known as El Avion Restaurant and bar. Ready to serve you serve you food and drinks at cost little more than usual ones. Pack your bags with lots of currency and enjoy meals under the wings, built around a 1954 Model. The most charming feature other than the menu and plane itself is the scenic beauty around seacoast blended with mild reddishness at evening sunset. I think other planes should seek inspiration from this unique one among them after their retirement.

It is not an ordinary aircraft but a restaurant & bar. The plane itself became popular long before the transformation. In 1986 it was transporting weapons from the USA to the Nicaragua smugglers but was brought down. The plane was left on the Costa-Rica coast where the locals transformed into the “El Avion” restaurant. It is located on a hilltop on the road between “Manuel Antonio” and “Quepos” in the pacific coast in Costa Rica..

`IPL CRICKET 2010 - SEMI CSK Vs Deccan

IPL CRICKET 2010 SEMIFINAL

CSK VS DECCAN

BOLLINGER, ASHWIN DO
THE TRICK AS CSK DEFEND
MODEST 142 TO MAKE FINAL
Navi Mumbai: The dream is on -- Chennai Super Kings are in the final.No one gave them a chance defending 142, but MS Dhoni's boys had other ideas. An outstanding performance by the bowlers and the fielders did the job as CSK restricted Deccan Chargers to 104 to notch up a 38-run win and seal a clash against Mumbai indians on Sunday. Doung Bollinger (4-13) and R, Ashwin (1-14) were sunperb as Deccan Chargers struggled to up the tempo. Muttiah Muralitharan gave all the creadit to the bowlers for the victory. "Ashwin and Bollinger bowled brilliantly and the credit goes to them, "an ecstatic Murali said.
             Earlier, a poor start and some disciplined Deccan Chargers bowling, forced CSK to post a mediocre 142/7. In conditions aiding fast bowling, Ryan Harris boosted Deccan with a double-strike in the Powerplay and the support bowlers kept chipping away in the middle overs to forestall a major recovery promised by MS Dhoni and S Badrinath. S Anirudha struck some important blows in the final few overs to somewhat redress the damage done earlier and gave something for his spin-strong attack to defend.
       Dhoni's assessment of the pitch and conditions proved accurate, but he had backed his top order to see off the early swing and movement while deciding to bat. However, they let him down, Matthew Hayden and Suresh Raina in particular. The ball nipped off the pitch both the pitch both ways, resulting in the ball evading the outside edge on more than one occasion and creating opportunities for Deccan with the attacking field set by Adam Gilchrist.
             There were three dropped catches in the Power play; Hayden was dropped twice, at extra cover and gully, and Raina, too, closed the face too early to get the leading edge, only to be given a reprieve by T suman, again at gully.
        The manner in which the top order unraveled after being granted a second life was an indication of some undisciplined batting. Hayden repeated the shot that almost got him the first time, playing loosely to extra cover. Raina stepped out and made room to nick one to Gilchrist, and Vijay decided to play off the back foot to a full delivery to be caught plumb.

`IPL CRICKET 2010 - SEMI CSK Vs Deccan

IPL CRICKET 2010 SEMIFINAL

COMEBACK KINGS

DHONI PLAYS TO

EMPTY GALLERIES

Mumbai: The sparse crowds at the IPL3 semifinal between the Chennai and Hyderabad sides took the locals by surprise. The DY Patil Stadium has seen their even local T20 finals running to full houses and crowds being turned back.

Here of course the tickets are priced astronomically high. Plus the sale began only a day ago. there were not many outlets in the vicinity. The ones at venue closed in the morning.

Nearing the start of the match there were hardly any avenues to buy tickets. People said this tie would have better off played in Chennai. the stress appeared to be on sale of the matches of Mumbai Indians. The first tow games of the IPL3 held here were house full. The final was sold out 15 days ago.But after today's no-show' there hangs a question-mark against the match on Saturday for the No 3 place tie. They have a day to sell but with MI not figuring in it will be a surprise if the match is sold out.

Anyway it was a blessing in disguise for those who made it.

Shah Rukh Khan and Akshay Kumar - A MOVIE TOGETHER

Akshay, SRK

in a movie?

If Sajid Khan has his way, then it will be a casting coup of sorts. but for now, it's just a wish. the director, who ha his Housefull ready for release, has said that it's his dream to cast Akshay Kumar and Shah rukh Khan in a movie together, But isn't that a bit too much to ask?

"Well, when I had told both the stars about my desite to direct them, they didn't say no. so, there's always a possibility," said Sajid, who is confident that if there's any director who could do justice to the movie with both the superstars in it., then it's him.

Vidya Balan - CHILLED OUT

Vidya Balan

Enjoys

Delhi heat

The heat wave is making Delhiiteds uneasy, but Vidya Balan, who is shooting there for Who Killed Jessica, says she is enjoying the heat. "To be honest, I was a bit terrified when I was told that we will be shooting in the capital for the film during this period because I had heard that it is extremely hot tin Delhi. But, since the time I have been shooting, I've been quite comfortable and haven't faced any hassles because of the temperature," said Vidya

Kalki Koechlin - FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Kaliki's masala dosa tales!

Not many know this, but Kalki Koechlin has a soft corner for the furry variety. The Dev D! actress is especially found of cats and even owns one. And just like her choice of out-of-the-box movies, the names she's given her pet cants are also equally whacky. She has an interesting story behind that .She reveals, "I found two stray kittens and adopted them. And since I love south Indian food, one was named Masala and the other was named Dosa. So together they'd be Masala Dosa. But then. Masala ran away after some time and now I'm left with plain Dosa."

The Kitten, which has now grown into quite a plump cat, absolutely adores her owner and keeps an eye out on anyone who interacts with her. Now, Kalki's hoping to have another furry addition to her kitty and is keen to have another cat. Wonder what she'll name the next one, Sambar maybe!

Harris Jayaraj - CURRENT FAVOURITE

MUSIC

SPEAK

Guess which song features right on top of Harris Jayaraj's favelist now? It's Aval Appadi Ondrum...from Angadi Theru, directed by Vasanthabalan.

The ace music director, who is currently super busty with Ko, Murugadoss's untitled film with Suriya, and Prabhu deva's Ich, had recently said on a social networking site, "Saw the film Angaadi Theru and would like to congratulate the entire team for coming up with a brilliant movie. Liked the song Aval Appadi Ondrum... from Angadi Theru."

The song, sung by Vineeth Srinivasan, Janaki lyer and ranjith, was set to tune by Vijay Antony. In an earlier interview, Vijay had said, "I've experimented a lot with music in Angadi Theru. I've opted for a different style that suits the mood of the film."Well, Vijay, your efforts seem to have paid off!

ALL SET : Abhshek Bachchan and Mani Ratnam

SHADES OF YELLOW

Yes, this is Abhisehek Bachchan in Mani Rathnam's Raavan! Abhi, who plays the anti-hero who kidnaps Aishwarya Rai Bachchan to teach her hunband, played by Vikram, a lesson, promises to display never-seen-before shades of grey in the movie.

As for reports that Mani Rathnam has shot multiple climaxes for the film, a source said, "He (Mani) couldn't stop laughing "He said that just because he shot one film twice in two languages, it doesn't mean people should think he's crazy."

Life Style Change - Poorna

POORNA'S RICH

EXPERIENCE

Here'S why actress Poorna is thrilled about

her soon-to-be-released Drohi...

Actress Poorna has reasons to be happy. With five films in her kitty, including Vithagan and Drohi, she is certainly on a roll.

And the good news is that her Drohi will be released in May. Poorna starts off, "This film, directed by Sudha, will be a milestone in my career. I play a slum dweller in it. I'm sure that every common man in Tamil Nadu will enjoy my role." Ask her if she had to put in any extra effort to portray her role and she replies, "I visited come of slums and observed the lifestyle of the people there. In the film, I have a say in all important issues in the slum."

The film has actor Srikanth playing the lead. Poorna says, "This film will showcase different facets of mine. Personally. I have lot of similarities with the character, I constantly fight with my brother in the film. And evenin real life, I'm like that. Also, I was surprised to note that the dialogues were so natural that I didn't need to learn it at all. I don't feel that I am actually acting in it; I feel quite at home." her only regret for the time being is that even though she is doing half-a dozen films, she is yet to start dubbing for her roles.

Poorna, who is a trained dancer, recently performed to the tunes of Kamal Haasan hits at a film awards function. she says, "I was thrilled to be part of the show. I'm a big fan of Kamal sir and it was an opportunity of a lifetime to dance to songs that the legend has brought to life on screen"

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