Corrie's Sunita to leave Weatherfield

Shobna Gulati. who plays Sunita Alahan on the hit TV soap Coronation Street, is set to depart the cobbles next year.

The 46-year-old actress has been on and off the soap since 2001, but has decided to focus on a future in comedy writing instead of acting.

Speaking to ITV online, Gulati said: "I had always told myself I would see my son through school and I have done that. Comedy writing has long been a passion of mine and the commitment to a show like 'Corrie' is huge and doesn't really leave enough time to concentrate on other projects. I'd love to be able to combine my writing and acting career in the future."

Gulati will continue to be on the soap until next year, and confesses she will miss the character she has played for over 10 years.

She added: "Playing Sunita has been a fabulous opportunity. I've thoroughly enjoyed her journey and am looking forward with excitement to her dramatic departure. I shall miss her. That said, I have made a host of friends cast and crew - friendships that will stay with me."

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I'm a Celebrity return date confirmed

I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! will return for its 12th series on ITV1 next month, launching with a 95-minute premiere on Sunday, November 11.

Celebrities rumoured to be taking part this year include darts veteran Eric Bristow, soap star Ricky Groves, Coronation Street's Helen Flanagan, Birds of a Feather actress Linda Robson and Trinny and Susannah.

Producers of the show are also hoping to sign a number of Olympic athletes, including gymnast Beth Tweddle and swimmer Rebecca Adlington, according to Digital Spy.

I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here Now!, the ITV2 spinoff show, will again be hosted by Laura Whitmore and Joe Swash.

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U2's Mullen joins new Dublin movie

It is reported that U2 drummer Larry Mullen Jr and actress and singer Maria Doyle Kennedy have joined Juliette Binoche in the drama A Thousand Times Goodnight, which is shooting in Dublin.

IFTN reports that film tells the story of Rebekka (Binoche), a war photographer caught between the demands of her job and her family, with Game of Thrones star Nikolaj Coster-Waldau playing her husband, and young Irish actress Lauryn Canny playing her daughter.

Mullen and Doyle Kennedy will play the couple's best friends.

A Thousand Times Goodnight is an Irish-Norwegian-Swedish co-production and is directed by Norwegian director Erik Poppe, himself a former war photographer.

Mullen, who is the first cousin of former Holby City and Silent Witness cast member Conor Mullen, made his acting debut in 2011's Man on the Train.

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Mick Flannery takes Germany... slowly

Mick Flannery has been making inroads into the lucrative German market with the release of his third album Red to Blue and a series of live dates.

The dry-witted Blarney singer, who has been living in Berlin for the past month, said that Germany has been surprisingly receptive to his music.

"The gigs are going unexpectedly well," he said. "I'm playing small enough places and some of them are selling out. What is wrong with these people?"

Speaking to RTÉ TEN from a shopping mall in Hamburg ("I've just bought a Neil Young album and a John Lee Hooker album for €4."), Flannery said he's also been making television appearances but he denied that he's taken up a new health regime after being spotted jogging in Berlin recently.

"Who told you that? I went jogging once but my legs seized up the next day," he said. "That was enough for me. I didn't want to risk a heart attack through jogging so I'll be doing it the usual way with a bottle of whiskey."

Flannery is due back in Ireland for a nationwide tour this November and December and he's also set to release his new single, Boston.

The Winter Irish Tour dates are:

Thursday November 22 - Olympia Theatre, Dublin

Friday November 23 - Olympia Theatre, Dublin

Friday December 14 - Dolan's Warehouse, Limerick

Saturday December 15 - Róisín Dubh, Galway

Sunday December 16 - INEC Killarney

Friday December 28 - Róisín Dubh, Galway

Saturday December 29 - Spirit Store, Dundalk

Sunday December 30 - The Forum, Waterford

Monday December 31 - Cork Opera House

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Enders' star surprised by fan attention

EastEnders star David Witts has admitted that he was "surprised" when he first started to get recognised in the street for his role in the hit TV soap.

Speaking on Daybreak, the actor who plays the part of Joey Branning on the show, said: "I grew up in a family that watched the soaps in and out, but we were never massive fans who followed them. So when I joined the show, it takes a couple of months filming to come on screen, and the producers were saying to me, 'Your life's going to change'.

"I thought, 'No, because I wouldn't recognise anyone from a soap, so why would anyone else?' So it does come as quite a surprise when people do!"

Asked whether playing a 'love rat' character comes naturally to him, he replied: "No! It's been really interesting, actually, to play against type with Joey. I think just by talking to me in these few minutes you'll probably be able to realise that I'm nothing like him. But it's been really good fun to explore that."

Witts won the Sexiest Male prize at the 2012 Inside Soap Awards last month.

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Williams gives Adele parenting tips

Robbie Williams and his wife Ayda Field have been offering parenting tips to their friend Adele.

The Someone Like You hitmaker and her partner Simon Konecki welcomed a son into the world earlier this month, just a few weeks after the Take That star's wife Ayda Field gave birth to their daughter Theodora.

Speaking to the Daily Mirror newspaper, Williams said: ''My wife and Adele are friends and I think my wife will be offering advice.

''Adele has a massive heart; she'll be a great mum.''

The Candy singer also revealed how he bonds with his daughter, saying: ''Mum's doing breastfeeding, which means baby is with her for a good hour. Obviously I've got breasts but they don't lactate!

''I'm chief nappy changer. It's the only way dads get to bond. It's like a masala, or sometimes a Thai curry.''

Adele was named the Most Played Independent Act at the AIM Independent Music Awards in London on Monday night.

The awards recognise artists signed to independent record labels.

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One Direction's Horan: 'I'm single'

One Direction star Niall Horan has addressed rumours that he has a girlfriend.

The boyband singer was recently linked to 20-year-old drama student Amy Green after reportedly introducing her as his girlfriend at an X Factor taping in Wembley. He has also been linked to American singer Demi Lovato.

Horan has spoken about his love life with Now magazine, saying: "I'm definitely single. I'm not actually looking but if the right person came along, [I'd] definitely [want a girlfriend]."

He was also questioned about sharing a kiss with Katy Perry at the MTV Video Music Awards earlier this year.

Horan said: "Oh man - she's amazing! I think she feels a little bit of ownership over me because she was the one to put me through on X Factor when she was a guest judge.

"I don't mind - she isn't a bad person to be making comments on ya! Katy's super-hot. And she's really cool as well. She was the first person to say hi backstage. Our dressing room was next to hers and we were just chatting and stuff."

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Bon Jovi to play Slane in 2013

Bon Jovi have been confirmed as the headline act for Slane next year.

The concert will take place on June 15. Tickets will go on sale at 8:00am on Thursday November 8 from Ticketmaster outlets nationwide, priced from €79.50 including booking fee.

Lead singer Jon Bon Jovi flew into Slane Castle by helicopter today for the announcement.

Speaking at today's press announcement, Slane Castle's Lord Henry Mountcharles said: "I have seen Bon Jovi live and was deeply impressed. They are one of the most successful touring acts in rock and roll history.

"Over the years I have been bombarded with requests for them to play Slane. Last week one from America read 'Bon Jovi at Slane?! Could my dreams have come true?!' Now I am thrilled to say those dreams are a reality."

Bon Jovi's new album What About Now is due out next spring.

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Holby City gets a new boss

Former Only Fools and Horses star Tessa Peake-Jones has been cast as the new boss in Holby City.

The actress' character, Acting Chief Executive Imelda Cousins, is described as "tricky, fastidious, complicated".

The Press Association reports that she will make her debut next month on BBC One, replacing Henrik Hanssen (actor Guy Henry).

Peake-Jones, who played Raquel in Only Fools and Horses, said: "I'm loving the chance to come into the show as the top dog - working on all the wards and bossing everyone around is just my cup of tea".

Consultant Series Producer Justin Young said of Peake-Jones: "She is absolutely compelling as the tricky, fastidious, complicated Imelda Cousins and Imelda's appointment as acting CEO will have huge consequences for some of our best-loved characters.

"In the build-up to Christmas, her brilliant performance will keep viewers on the edge of their seats."

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Emmerdale star teases Scarlett return

Emmerdale star Kelsey-Beth Crossley has promised that viewers can expect "a bit of drama" from her character Scarlett Nicholls when she arrives back in the village.

Scarlett is set to return to the Dales tomorrow evening (October 31), in the run-up to the funeral of her half-brother Carl King (Tom Lister), who was killed off in the soap's live episode earlier this month.

Speaking to The Wright Stuff, Crossley explained how her return came about, saying: "I was at a party actually, and I found out that Tom was going, and I was in shock. Everyone knows he's a really well-loved character and I think everyone was a little bit like, 'What are they doing? Why?'

"But sometimes it has to be people who people really care about [who are killed off], otherwise it's not the best TV, is it?

"I'm back for ten episodes, but I get to squish a bit of drama in during that time. It's been so brilliant. It's just like a family and everyone gets on so well. I've missed everyone so much this year."

When asked if her character would make a more permanent return, she added: "Well, they didn't ask me, to be honest! It's great to go in and be free to do other things, because I've got some great auditions coming up as well. I'm happy."

Emmerdale airs weeknights at 7pm on TV3 and UTV.

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Deirdre set for heartbreak in Corrie

Deirdre is set to get some shocking news in Coronation Street that makes her question her marriage to Ken. Warning: Spoiler Alert!

Deirdre (Anne Kirkbride) gets an unexpected visitor at the door later this week and discovers it's Wendy Crozier (Roberta Kerr), Ken's former flame.

Instantly annoyed, both Deirdre and daughter Tracy (Kate Ford) order her to leave. Crozier insists she has just come to tell them she has put in a formal complaint about Ken to Brian, the headmaster of the local school where they sit on the board.

Is Wendy set to cause trouble for Ken and Deirdre once again?

Crozier tells Deirdre that Ken has been making unwanted advances. "I've tried to keep a respectable distance," she explains, before giving Deirdre a full run-down of their secret time together over the past few weeks.

An insecure and confused Deirdre is left visibly shaken as Crozier leaves, while Tracy tries to comfort her, urging her mother to believe that she is lying.

"No, she's not. She's telling the truth. I knew it, I absolutely knew it," Deirdre tells Tracy, as she begins to cry.

The scenes air on Friday night at 8:30pm on UTV/TV3.

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Daniel Craig on Skyfall stunts

Daniel Craig has discussed shooting the dangerous stunts in Skyfall.

Speaking to Flicks and Bits, the 44-year-old actor, explained that he appreciated the way that Skyfall's stunts are filmed.

He said: "If there was anything I felt insecure about, we stopped filming and I would go off and rehearse it. It really is about making it look as easy as possible."

He continued: "I think there's been times when I've been standing on top of buildings on other movies and wondering, 'What the hell am I doing?' But on Skyfall it felt real good. We really wanted to push Skyfall as far as we could. We've always relied on the fact that we do things for real on Bond movies.

"The CGI is just to help out, as opposed to creating the scene. Standing on top of a train travelling at 50km/h, while fighting Ola Rapace over a 300ft drop, that's a standout moment for me."

Skyfall is in cinemas now.

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Jade Ellis voted off X Factor

Jade Ellis has become the latest act to be eliminated from The X Factor.

Ellis was in the bottom two this week alongside boyband Union J after receiving the fewest amount of votes from the public. She then lost out on the judges' vote after competing in a sing-off.

She performed Dido's White Flag, while Union J sang a rendition of Pink's Perfect in the sing-off. However, Tulisa's act was eliminated after the judges chose to save Louis Walsh's group.

Walsh and Tulisa predictably chose to save their own acts this week, while both Nicole Scherzinger and Gary Barlow chose to save Union J and send Ellis home.

Scherzinger said that although Ellis had possibly her "favourite voice" in the competition, she saw how hard Union J were working.

The final vote came from Barlow, who said that although Ellis is a "phenomenal vocalist", he questioned her desire to win.

Ellis was criticised after she performed the Sugababes Freak Like Me in a Halloween special of the show on Saturday night.

Walsh said the performance had "more style than substance", while Barlow commented that her vocals weren't as strong as previous weeks.

The X Factor continues next Saturday at 8.20pm on UTV and TV3.

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Owen latest celebrity to leave Strictly

Sid Owen has become the latest celebrity to leave the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom following a tense dance-off.

After a less than stellar performance for the Halloween themed show on Saturday, Owen found himself in the bottom two alongside Colin Salmon.

The two men, both actors, then competed in a tense dance-off, but three of the four judges, Craig Revel Horwood, Darcey Bussell and Bruno Tonioli chose to save Salmon, sending Owen packing.

Upon hearing his fate, Owen said: "I have loved every minute of it, thanks to Ola [Jordan, his professional partner], she is a hard taskmaster but she has been great and we have had so much fun. And now I can even feel comfortable going out and maybe having a little dance".

Strictly Come Dancing continues on Saturday, November 3 at 6.30pm on BBC One.

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Craig cast in Clooney's Monuments Men

Daniel Craig and Bill Murray have been cast in George Clooney's forthcoming film The Monuments Men.

Clooney has co-written and will direct the period drama which will also star Cate Blanchett, John Goodman and The Artist's Jean Dujardin, Deadline reports.

The film follows a group of art historians and curators who helped to recover thousands of stolen artworks from the Nazis during the final days of their reign.

It is based on Robert M Edsel's book The Monuments Men: Allied Heroes, Nazi Thieves and the Greatest Treasure Hunt in History, and Clooney is set to take a role in the movie as well as directing.

Production is scheduled to begin in March of next year.

Clooney's last directed the Ryan Gosling political thriller The Ides of March in 2011.

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Strictly star warned over result tweet

Olympic athlete Louis Smith has been rapped by BBC executives after taking to Twitter to announce who had left Strictly Come Dancing before the announcement was broadcast.

The 23 year-old gymnast took to Twitter yesterday evening to broadcast his commiserations to Sid Owen and dancing partner Ola Jordan as they were the latest pair to leave the competition.

However, the results show is not broadcast live and during the show, Smith tweeted "Wat an amazing bu emotional roller coaster. So much luv for @FlaviaCacace & it's so sad to say bye to @sidowen5 and @TheOlaJordan #crewlove (sic)".

The tweet acted as a spoiler for thousands of fans on the social network, before the elimination was broadcast during the show's transmission. Executives were alerted of the tweet and it was deleted a while later.

The Sun reports a source close to the show as saying "Saturday night can be quite overwhelming and emotional for the celebrities, especially when someone leaves the contest. Louis was so caught up in the show that he totally forgot that TV audiences, along with fans who follow him on Twitter, hadn't seen the result".

"The importance of keeping the show result has been impressed upon Louis. He is embarrassed about it, but it was an honest mistake", the source continued.

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Corrie stars tease Lewis storyline

The Coronation Street storyline involving Lewis, played by Nigel Havers, is set to endure a few twists and turns, the stars of the soap reveal. Warning: Spoiler alert!

Speaking to ITV, Havers explains the current storyline, saying: "Gloria has told me she's dying, and of course being actually quite a nice guy underneath it all, I'm looking after her. I can't tell Audrey I'm doing that, because she'd get hacked off".

"Well, it turns out that Gloria has been lying to me so I'm a conman who's being conned! And if a conman gets conned, he gets really cross", Havers added.

Lewis has recently been caught out as a conman by the residents of the cobbles, but Audrey has stood by her man and believed he has changed for her. Meanwhile, Gloria (Sue Johnston) and Gail (Helen Worth) are seeking revenge and to trip him up and catch him out.

Worth explained to ITV "Well, [Gail] was in cahoots with Gloria to set Lewis up, so when Lewis humiliates Gloria, it does cross Gail's mind that she could be next in the firing line".

"They do say revenge is a dish best served cold, so Lewis could be biding his time before setting Gail up for a fall. Lewis does tell Gloria that he has dealt with her, and will now turn his attentions to Gail."

Finding out the secret plot for revenge, Havers explains "[Lewis] confronts Audrey, and I think he's considering doing something fairly drastic there. I'm not sure what - I don't know myself what happens".

"This may well be the end of Audrey and Lewis. But you don't know, because you don't know what happens on Coronation Street. Watch this space."

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One Direction announce European tour

One Direction have announced their first major tour of mainland Europe.

The band will play an 18-date tour of the continent next April and May, performing in France, Norway, Sweden, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Portugal and Denmark.

Tickets will go on sale between Friday, November 2 and Monday, November 5, depending on the venue.

The X Factor boyband will release their second album Take Me Home on November 12.

The full European tour dates are as follows:

April 29 - Bercy, Paris
April 30 - The Galaxie, Amneville
May 1 - Sportpaleis, Antwerp
May 3 - Ziggo Dome, Amsterdam
May 4 - Koenig-Pilsener Arena, Oberhausen
May 5 - Boxen, Herning
May 7 - Telenor Arena, Oslo
May 8 - Friends Arena, Stockholm
May 10 - Forum, Copenhagen
May 11 - O2 World, Berlin
May 12 - O2 World, Hamburg
May 16 - Hallenstadion, Zurich
May 17 - Olympiahalle, Munich
May 18 - Arena, Verona
May 20 - Forum, Milan
May 22 - Pavello Olimpic de Badalona, Barcelona
May 24 -Palacio de Vistalegre, Madrid
May 26 - Atlantico Pavilion, Lisbon

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Actress Natina Reed dies, aged 32

Actress and singer Natina Reed has died at the age of 32.

Reed, who starred in 2000's Bring It On and was a member of R&B trio Blaque, was struck and killed by a car as she walked in a major roadway in Georgia, police said on Saturday.

A press release from police in Gwinnett, Georgia said that they had received a call reporting that a pedestrian had been hit by a vehicle.

The statement continued: "The driver of the vehicle contacted 911 to request assistance. Natina Reed was pronounced dead at Gwinnett Medical Centre at 10.59 pm ET."

Police also confirmed that while the investigation into Reed's death is ongoing, there are currently no charges pending.

Reed's Blaque bandmates Brandi Williams and Shamari Fears-DeVoe said in a joint statement: "We are devastated by the loss of our group member, sister and friend Natina Reed. Because of the enormous support of Blaque fans and our love for each another, Blaque officially reunited this fall and we were in the process of working on a new album and a reality show.

"Natina continuously embodied the pioneering spirit of Blaque and her undeniable creativity touched the hearts of fans everywhere. Natina was a mother, sister, accomplished songwriter, artist and friend.

"We ask for your prayers at this time for Natina's family. She will forever be missed and her global influence eternally felt. We thank God for the experiences we shared."

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Aniston wows in plunging evening gown

Jennifer Aniston stepped out last night with fiancé Justin Theroux at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's star studded annual Art + Film Gala last night.

The gala, which honoured Ed Ruscha and Stanley Kubrick and was presented by Gucci, featured a host of Hollywood stars.

Aniston wowed in a slinky black silk evening gown which featured satin panelling and a plunging neckline that almost reached her navel.

Theroux also dressed to impress in a classic tuxedo.

Aniston flashed her huge engagement ring at the event as she posed with actress Salma Hayek, who attended the event with her husband of three years, French businessman, Francois-Henri Pinault.

Twilight star Robert Pattinson made a surprise solo appearance, and was pictured with singer Florence Welch, who performed for the starry audience with her band Florence and the Machine.

Cameron Diaz also made an appearance at the event, wearing a demure yellow silk dress and a statement necklace.

British actress and model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley stunned in an emerald floor-length evening gown which featured a ruffle-neck and cutaway sides.

New parents Drew Barrymore and her husband Will Kopelman showed Aniston and Theroux photos of their newborn daughter Olive.

Cameron Diaz poses with friend Jennifer Aniston at the event.

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Home and Away star on split

Home and Away star Axle Whitehead has opened up about his split from co-star Samara Weaving for the first time.

Whitehead, who plays Liam Murphy on the soap, confirmed that he and Weaving, who stars as Indigo Walker, have separated. However, he described the actress as a "great, great friend".

He told Australia's Daily Telegraph: "Samara and I have a great amount of respect for each other and I think we'll always be very close."

The co-stars first got together in July after their onscreen characters began a romance.

Whitehead added that he is now "definitely single" and spoke about taking a break from the soap to go on a solo motorbike trip through central Australia.

He said: "I've managed to get a two-week holiday break which is great and this is something that I have wanted to do for a really long time. I am so, so excited."

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Glee star almost quit acting

Glee star Naya Rivera admitted that she almost turned her back on her acting career for good at 21 after struggling to find regular work due to her multiracial background.

The actress started landing onscreen roles from the age of four, when she appeared on Eddie Murphy's U.S. sitcom The Royal Family, and she went on to win parts in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Baywatch and Even Stevens.

However, Rivera explained that the job offers practically vanished in her late teens because producers couldn't figure out what to do with her.

She said: "I am half Puerto Rican, a quarter German and a quarter black. That was always a big issue for me - being mixed race - because casting directors tended to be very like, 'Ok, are you Hispanic for this role?' 'Or is she going to be African American?'

"So, it was really tough and work started to slow down. From the time I was 16 to really up until turning 21, the roles were really, really few and far between. I had people say that I just wasn't a good singer. They didn't know what to do with me; I would never fit in any markets. I almost quit acting altogether."

Rivera, now 25, continued to audition for gigs and in 2009 she was cast as cheerleader Santana Lopez in Glee.

She has also landed her a solo deal with Columbia Records.

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Niall Horan 'dating drama student'

Niall Horan is dating a 20-year-old drama student, it has been reported.

The One Direction singer is said to be romantically involved with Amy Green, sources have told The Mirror.

Horan was allegedly seen introducing Green as his girlfriend to various people while attending last week's X Factor in London.

An insider told the newspaper: "Niall was ­introducing Amy to people as his girlfriend and they were very happy from the look of things. He was kissing and cuddling her when people weren't watching and seemed really into her.

"She was very posh and I have to say they seemed like a great couple. It's definitely early days but Amy was on his arm as a girlfriend not just a girl friend."

A second source added: "They're dating - it's early days but they're very cute together."

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Neeson splits from girlfriend - report

Irish actor Liam Neeson has split from his girlfriend after a two-year romance, according to a UK report.

The Taken 2 star was widowed when his actress wife Natasha Richardson was killed in a skiing accident in 2009, but he found love again with British businesswoman Freya St Johnston a year later.

However, Britain's Mail on Sunday reports the couple's relationship came to an end earlier this month.

A source told the publication: "Liam is heading back to America at the start of next month to work on his new film Non-Stop. He told Freya that he wants to take a break and concentrate on his family."

Neeson, 60, has two sons from his marriage to Richardson.

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Madonna is biggest selling female artist

Madonna has been named the biggest-selling female singles artist in UK chart history.

The popstar has sold 17.8 million singles in the UK since making her chart debut with Holiday in January 1984.

Rihanna has come in second place, having sold 11.4 million singles in the seven years of her career so far.

The We Found Love star sold 3 million singles in the UK in the last year alone, meaning she could overtake Madonna's lead in the next two and a half years.

Kylie Minogue takes third place with 10.2 million singles sold in her 25-year career, reports The Official Charts Company.

Whitney Houston came in at fourth with 8.5 million, while Lady Gaga rounds off the top five with 7.329 million.

The Official Biggest Selling Female Singles Artists of All Time are as follows:

1. Madonna (17.8m)
2. Rihanna (11.4m)
3. Kylie Minogue (10.2m)
4. Whitney Houston (8.5m)
5. Lady GaGa (7.329m)
6. Britney Spears (7.324m)
7. Beyoncé (6.9m)
8. Celine Dion (6.7m)
9. Mariah Carey (6.62m)
10. Olivia Newton John (6.61m)

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Bono dishes out rock star advice

Bono gave Scissor Sisters frontman Jake Shears advice on being a rock star.

The U2 rock star met the singer at a gig and gave him a lecture on staying grounded in the music industry.

Shears told Time Out magazine: "He came to see us play New York's Museum of Modern Art. There was this art installation, a completely white room with no ceiling so you saw blue sky above you, and my mom, boyfriend and some friends were there.

"Bono gave me the speech about not losing your way, keeping focused and staying grounded. It was one of the most surreal moments of my life!"

The singer added that he has not let band's success go to his head and would never splash out on gadgets such as a helicopter.

He said: "If I had that kind of money, I'd hire 100 go-go dancers. Or throw a house party: get a smoke machine, some lasers, a decent DJ and have a good time!"

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Stones play surprise gig in Paris

The Rolling Stones have played a surprise gig in Paris, after announcing the concert on Twitter.

The band played to 350 fans on October 25 for almost an hour and a half, marking their first concert since 2007.

Mick Jagger joked: "I can't believe we're all still standing up. You'd think by now one or two of us would be sitting down, but we're not."

Tickets to the event at the Le Trabendo club in Paris cost €15 and sold out in minutes.

The band played hit such as Brown Sugar, It's Only Rock and Roll, Miss You and Route 66.

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Logan writing original Bond story

John Logan is working on a two-part original James Bond story, it has been revealed.

The Hugo writer is working on the new screenplays which will not be based on the works of Bond author Ian Fleming, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Logan, who sold the pitch to Bond producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael Wilson, has begun writing the next Bond adventure which will play out over two films, a first for the franchise.

The screenwriter co-wrote the latest 007 movie Skyfall starring Daniel Craig with Neal Purvis and Robert Wade.

His previous credits include The Last Samurai, Rango and The Aviator.

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Composer Hans Werner Henze dies

Renowned German composer Hans Werner Henze has died at the age of 86.

Henze's publisher Schott Music made the announcement that he died in Dresden on Saturday, confirming the news on its website.

A statement read: "Hans Werner Henze, one of the most versatile and influential composers of our time has died."

The cause of his death was not disclosed.

Henze, who was born in 1926 in Guetersloh in Germany, was one of the most influential composers of the late 20th century. He wrote 10 symphonies and was known for his works for musical theatre.

His work over the decades also included stage works, concertos, chamber works and a requiem.

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New book on the work of Billy Roche launched

The Art of Billy Roche - Wexford as the World is the title of a new book of essays on the work of the celebrated playwright, musician, actor, novelist, short story writer and screenwriter (Trojan Eddie, starring Richard Harris.)

Roche's Wexford Trilogy earned the one-time rock musician an enviable reputation when the plays in question, A Handful of Stars, Poor Beast in the Rain and Belfry were staged at London's Bush theatre, over 20 years ago.

Roche's dramatic works have also been staged at the Abbey, Peacock and Gate theatres, most recently Lay Me Down Softly, starring Aisling O'Sullivan and Gary Lydon, both of whom were already household names from RTÉ's The Clinic.

Brendan Gleeson played the lead role in On Such as We, while an his short story Eden was adapted by Conor McPherson for a film, starring Aidan Gillen.

Liam Cunningham played Danger Doyle in Poor Beast in the Rain, in the BBC production of the Wexford trilogy. Roche's novel Tumbling Down is his affectionate evocation of his native town, encompassing memories of his family's lively public house where he pulled pints and helped out.

The short story collection Tales From Rainwater Pond (which featured Eden) earned Roche much critical kudos. In 2009, Roche did readings of some of those stories, including performances in New York.

This new anthology, the first comprehensive survey of Roche's work, focuses on his portrayal "of one Irish town as a microcosm of human life itself, elemental and timeless."

Published by Carysfort Press, the work is edited by Kevin Kerrane and features essays by Belinda McKeon, Colm Tóibín, Conor McPherson, Dominic Drumgoole from London's Globe theatre, and Benedict Nightingale, theatre critic with The Times newspaper. The book was officially launched by Colm Tóibín last night (Friday) in Wexford town.

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Skyfall – RTÉ TEN review

In case you haven't heard, the new James Bond adventure Skyfall opens in cinemas today, Friday October 26. Here's Harry Guerin's review.

It took $586m at the box office, but 2008's Quantum of Solace failed the most crucial of Bond movie tests - the one about watching it again if it was on the telly. After Daniel Craig's fine debut as the Commander in Casino Royale, the ironically titled Solace was rushed, set-piece fixated and ultimately had you wondering about just how much life there was left in Bond.

Well, Skyfall proves there's plenty, and that some of his best days are still ahead of him. Not only is it the classiest Bond movie Craig has made to date, it's also the strongest in many a decade.

Beautifully shot by Roger Deakins, the movie opens with some breath-holding brilliance in Istanbul, where Bond and colleague Eve (Naomie Harris) are on the hunt for that most modern day of MacGuffins, a stolen hard-drive. By the time the doomy opening credits arrive you're left in no doubt that director Sam Mendes' movie will be all about tough choices and squaring away actions, with what follows a study of how the spy game has hollowed out those playing it. In a chilling assessment, Bond is later described as being "barely held together by pills, drink and love of country". Even if he's just about physically able to do the job, is his heart really in it anymore?

There are no such doubts about Mendes, who gets so many things right here - mood, build-up, riffs on Bond history, themes of resurrection and revenge - that he should be asked back again. He may have seemed an unusual choice for the job but throughout his career he's focussed on troubled men and their lives on the margins, so Craig's Bond is a perfect fit. Mendes brings out the best in his Road to Perdition star, with Craig's steeliness in inverse proportion to his likeability - there's not much in the way of 007 chumminess here, and the movie is all the better because of that.

As it is for what Mendes has done with the supporting cast. By turning Skyfall into something of an ensemble piece with more powerful scenes for the other cast members Mendes and the writers have provided a template for the films ahead. Judi Dench's M is right at the centre of the story, and you realise that previous Bond movies suffered for not giving her more screen time. Ben Whishaw's Q looks like the parka-wearing singer of an indie band but is well able to hold his own with Bond ("What did you expect? An exploding pen?") and a wingman worth having. Ralph Fiennes brings gravitas to his role as bureaucrat with backbone Mallory, with the potential to develop Naomie Harris' character Eve also immense. And while Javier Bardem isn't as powerful in terms of screen menace as he was in No Country for Old Men, blonde dye-job aside he's one of the better Bond villains and will make the ones to come up their game.

There are a couple of plot elements around the middle that don't work as well as others but Skyfall makes up for them with a truly memorable ending, containing far more suspense than we've been used to around these parts. Right up to the final scene you're looking at a franchise reborn, and one where anything feels possible again.

The closing credits tell us James Bond will return; that matters more than it has in a while.

4/5

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2fm dress Up for Barnardos

2fm's Dress Up Friday has arrived and people all over the country are donning their outfits to raise money for Barnardos. We've got some interesting pictures from our colleagues over at the radio centre!

If you are feeling inspired and want to join in the fun why not organise your own Dress Up for Barnardos event. Check out www.2fm.ie/dressup or call 1850 217 217 for more info.

All money raised through events, sponsorship and text donations will go directly to fund Barnardos work with vulnerable children and families in Ireland.

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Roz Purcell for The Saturday Night Show

Brendan O'Connor will be joined by Celebrity Bainisteoir finalist Rozanna Purcell on The Saturday Night Show this weekend.

The former Miss Universe finalist and Come Dine With Me winner is set to talk about coaching the Newtown Cashel team.

Chantelle Houghton returns to give Brendan her first TV interview about her acrimonious split from Alex Reid, the real reasons behind their very public break-up and facing life as a single mum.

Businessman and Cityjet founder Pat Byrne will also be in studio to talk about his anger with the Government's handling of the debt crisis and his radical plans to address it.

X-Factor bad boy Frankie Cocozza is set to chat to Brendan about his sacking from the show last year, what happens behind the scenes and what he really thinks of the judges.

The Saturday Night Show airs on RTÉ One on Saturday at 9.55pm.

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Winfrey wants to star in Broadway

Chat show legend Oprah Winfrey has admitted that she is determined to conquer the acting world by fulfilling her dream of performing on Broadway.

The 58-year-old media mogul ended her hugely successful talk show in 2011 after 25 years on the air, and subsequently launched her own network.

Now Winfrey, who was nominated for an Oscar for her debut in 1985's The Color Purple, is eager to perform on Broadway.

Speaking to Good Morning America, she said: "My dream is to do Broadway. That is going to happen."

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Doctor Who star reveals TV wishlist

Matt Smith has said that he would "love" a crossover episode between Doctor Who and Breaking Bad.

The 29-year-old actor named the AMC drama when asked about his dream crossover by Radio 1's Fearne Cotton.

He said: "I've been loving Breaking Bad... I'd love the Doctor to meet Heisenberg in Breaking Bad", referring to the pseudonym used by Walter White (Bryan Cranston) in his criminal dealings.

He added: "Breaking Bad flips your world upside down."

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Smashing pumpkins at Dublin Zoo

To celebrate the annual Halloween spooktacular Boo at the Zoo on Sunday, October 28 and Wednesday, October 31, Dublin Zoo's new bull elephant Upali and his ladies have taken part in some pumpkin fun on the Kaziranga Forest Trail.

Ciarán McMahon, team leader of the East Section of the Zoo, said: "Since Upali's arrival in July he has settled in very well. He parades around with a lot of swagger and authority but he is calm in nature and never gets too worked up.

"Upali spends a lot of time with Bernhardine, who is the matriarch of the herd, while the two younger females Asha and Anak follow him around. At times, we even notice flashes of jealous behaviour between the girls as they are all vying for his attention and affections."

McMahon continued: "Pumpkins are a once a year treat for the elephants so they love this time of year."

There will be Spooktacular tricks and treats for families and friends at Dublin Zoo on Sunday, October 28 and Wednesday, October 31 from 12:00pm to 3:00pm.

There will also be face-painting, a monster disco, scary arts and spooky Halloween keeper talks. For more, see: www.dublinzoo.ie.

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Masterchef hopefuls ‘no time to waste'

Masterchef judge Dylan McGrath says that the contestants have "no time to waste" if they want to be crowned the winner of this year's competition.

Speaking to RTÉ Ten Dylan McGrath revealed what it will take for one of the remaining 12 contestants to make it all the way to the final, in the hope of being awarded the coveted title.

The award winning chef said: "It's literally down to how well they take in information. Your ability to take in what you need from each task and to develop in the short period of time that we have really does determine who is going to win."

He added: "It depends on the individual person, the intelligence, wit or ability to soak it up. How much of a natural cook they are underneath it all. Some people take in stuff quicker than others and there is no time to waste really - you have just got to be on it from day one and be resilient."

In tonight's episode the twelve amateur cooks travel to Kilkenny Castle where The Kilkenny Triathlon is taking place and are charged with preparing lunch for 200 hungry athletes.

Cooking in mobile kitchens on the grounds of Kilkenny Castle, the 12 are split up into two teams and must battle against each other to create a menu and lunch that will impress its hungry, weary diners.

One lucky contestant who is deemed the Best Overall Performer on the day by Nick and Dylan will get the chance to cook alongside Chef of the Year 2012 Garrett Byrne.

Meanwhile the losing team must return to the MasterChef Kitchen where they must design and cook a 3-course menu that would be suitable for the First Class passengers of Emirates Airline.

At the end of the day, two contestants will lose their aprons, in the first double elimination of the series.

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Barnardos set for Dress Up Friday

Following a week long run of cutting and pasting, RTÉ 2fm Dress Up for Barnardos are set for the official Dress Up day tomorrow (Friday 25).

Dress Up Friday will see thousands of people all over Ireland shaking off their suits and uniforms and dressing up funny for money!

All money raised through events, sponsorship and text donations will go directly to fund Barnardos work with vulnerable children and families in Ireland.

Visit www.2fm.ie/dressup or call 1850 217 217 to organise a Dress Up for Barnardos event for your family, friends, colleagues or classmates.

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Meet the Twilight stars first in Dublin

To celebrate the release of The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2, two of the film's stars, Nikki Reed (Rosalie Hale) and Kellan Lutz (Emmett Cullen), are coming to Dublin for a very special fan signing event - and you could be among the first in line!

The signing event takes place on Saturday October 27 at the Convention Centre, Dublin from 2:15pm to 4:15pm and for the chance to be among the first 10 people in the queue on the day, just answer this question:

What is Bella's father's name in The Twilight Saga?

Send your answer, name and telephone number, marked Twilight Comp, to: travel@rte.ie. One entry per person. Closing date: Friday October 26.

The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2 is released in cinemas on Friday November 16.

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Scissor Sisters announce hiatus

Scissor Sisters have announced an indefinite hiatus from music.

The Take Your Mama singers confirmed at their gig at Camden's Roundhouse in London last night (October 24), that they have decided to go their separate ways for good.

Jake Shears told the crowd: "This will be the last time we will play in London for quite some time."

Speaking to Gigwise after the performance, the band confirmed that they currently have no plans to return to the studio.

The remaining leg of Scissor Sisters' European tour includes shows in Bilbao, Madrid, Barcelona and Milan.

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Craig was 'reluctant' to play Bond

Daniel Craig has admitted that he was "reluctant" to take on the role of James Bond in the spy franchise.

Speaking on The Graham Norton show, Craig said: "I was very reluctant to say yes to Bond. I couldn't understand why I was being asked. It was off my radar. It was a very nice offer but I thought they had the wrong guy. They were quite persistent."

Craig also went on to describe the screen test he took for the role, saying: "I had to do an all-day screen test. You have to do a scene from From Russia with Love.

"It was nerve-wracking, but I did that and then I had to take my shirt off for some odd reason - I don't know what that was about!"

Skyfall hits cinemas nationwide on Friday.

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Brenda Fricker joining Craig Doyle tonight

Tonight's (Thursday October 25) edition of The Craig Doyle Show on RTÉ Two will feature a wide range of guests from the entertainment industry.

Dublin born actress and Oscar-winner Brenda Fricker is set to join Doyle to talk about her personal difficulties and media rumours.

In tonight's candid interview, she says: "I heard a rumour the other day that they think I'm a bit of a drunk and maybe it's because I've had all of the falls, that I'm secretly drinking at home. But I haven't had a drink for 20 years. Another word went out that I was difficult to work with and I phoned a few directors and I got a few interesting answers, one said no you are artistic and very creative.

"I'm not difficult, I'm fighting to get the script right and if there is going to be an argument, I'll have it, I'll stand up for the writer always. That's my job to do that."

Also making an appearance will be former Masterchef UK presenter Loyd Grossman who will be talking about being a judge on Simon Cowell's new cookery show Food Glorious Food.

American stand-up comedian Reginald D Hunter and UK funnyman Sean Walsh will also be in the studio.

Sean Walsh and Reginald D Hunter will be joining Craig Doyle tonight

Watch The Craig Doyle Show on RTÉ Two at 10.35pm tonight, Thursday October 25.

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Analogue television signal switched off

Ireland's digital switchover took place this morning at 10am. The analogue television network was replaced by a digital signal in line with the rest of Europe.

The free-to-air television service, known as Saorview, provides consumers with a greater choice of channels, better quality pictures and sound, on-screen programme guides and Digital Aertel. Analogue Aertel continues to be transmitted for Sky customers who currently receive the signal.

To receive Saorview, viewers will need to have purchased a set-top box or a Saorview approved television. Retailers around the country have reported a significant late surge in business.

The Saorview information team will still be on hand to offer support. For members of the public with queries or problems, the Saorview lo-call number is 1890-222-012.

There are information videos available on the Saorview website @ www.saorview.ie.

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Skyfall premiere is suitably stylish - watch

A host of stars turned out for last night's premiere of the latest Bond film, Skyfall, and it was a suitably stylish affair.

Take a look at our gallery of the premiere here.

You can watch the report from the premiere by clicking the link on your left.

007 himself, Daniel Craig, looked dapper in a Tom Ford tuxedo, while his wife, Rachel Weisz, lent support to her leading man in a pale pink floor length gown by Chanel.

The event was attended by Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall Camilla, and Craig and Weizs were photographed greeting the royal guests.

Weiz and Craig greet Duchess Camilla and Prince Charles

Meanwhile, Bond girls Naomie Harris and Berenice Marlohe, pulled out all the stops in two very different looks.

Harris donned a daring Marios Schwab sheer dress which featured a sparkling bodice.

Naomie Harris and Daniel Craig pose on the red carpet

Marlohe went for a show-stopping Vivienne Westwood gown in red, which featured a structured, waist-cinching corset and voluminous skirt.

She wore her long locks in a loose updo and sported dramatic smokey eye makeup.

Berenice Marlohe looked fabulous in Vivienne Westwood

Penelope Cruz stepped out with husband Javier Bardem, who plays villain Silva in the film, in a figure-hugging gold sequinned dress.

Cruz and Bardem

Judi Dench, who plays MI6 chief M in Skyfall, looked elegant in a pale blue gown and matching long jacket.

Judi Dench

Kelly Brook went for a similarly glamourous look in a shimmering gold floor-length gown, complimenting the old-Hollywood style with a slick of red lipstick.

Brook went for an old-Hollywood look

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Fringe returns for final conflict

The wait is over for fans of sci-fi drama Fringe as the show returns tonight for a fifth and final season on Sky One.

Described by executive producer JH Wyman as 'the little show that could', Fringe has survived plenty of plug-pulling scares to become one of TV's most dizzyingly inventive dramas.

Key players Anna Torv, John Noble, Joshua Jackson are once again supported by a superb supporting cast that includes Jared Harris as the ultimate sci-fi baddie, David Robert Jones.

And while the time has come to join the Fringe Division for their last stand - with events picking up where season four left off - at least the show's devotees will see a proper resolution to the story.

It's the year 2036, Olivia, Peter, Walter and co have been sealed in amber for the last 20 years, and, done with observing, the Observers have become problematically proactive.

Reunited with daughter Henrietta (Georgina Haig, Underbelly), this comeback episode follows Peter as he sets out to find a missing Olivia and kick-start the fightback.

Fringe returns to Sky One on Wednesday October 24th at 10.00pm.

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Love/Hate back this November

It has been announced that series three of the award-winning crime drama Love/Hate will return to RTÉ One on November 11.

The new series sees the reign of King Nidge (Tom Vaughan-Lawlor) begin, after the death of the erratic and paranoid John Boy.

However, Nidge finds himself dissatisfied with his new power, and becomes blinded to the cracks already showing in the gang. Darren (Robert Sheehan) has lost his brother and his love, and is back at Nidge's side, but his loyalty is yet to be tested.

Fran (Peter Coonan) is out of prison and back in the fold, but he too has his own agendas and grudges. And Tommy's (Killian Scott) family life is jeopardised by his on-off relationship with Debbie (Susan Loughnane).

When one of the gang is mistakenly shot by members of a rival organisation, Nidge and his crew find themselves on the brink of war.

For more on Love/Hate click here.

Watch the first episode of series three of Love/Hate on RTÉ One on Sunday November 11 at 9.30pm

Darren (Robert Sheehan)

Tommy (Killian Scott), Siobhan (Charlie Murphy)

Git (Jimmy Smallhorne)

Fran (Peter Coonan)

Georgina (Eve Macklin), Dano (Jason Barry)

Nidge (Tom Vaughan-Lawlor)

The gang return for a third series

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Chance to win bumper Skyfall prize

Daniel Craig is back as Ian Fleming's James Bond 007 in Skyfall, the 23rd adventure in the longest-running film franchise of all time. Skyfall in cinemas October 26.

To celebrate the release of Skyfall, RTÉ TEN is giving you the chance to win a bumper prize pack which includes:

One women's Skyfall Ironweave jacket

One men's Skyfall Ironweave jacket

2 Skyfall twill caps

2 Skyfall t-shirts

To be in with a chance of winning this prize, simply answer the following question:

How many years is 007 celebrating being on screen this year?
A 50. B 60. C 25.

Send your answer, name, address and size, marked Skyfall Comp, to: travel@rte.ie. One entry per person. Closing date: Friday November 16.

Skyfall © 2012 Danjaq, LLC, United Artists Corporation, Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc. Skyfall, 007 Gun Logo and related James Bond trademarks © 1962-2012 Danjaq, LLC and United Artists Corporation. Skyfall, 007 Gun Logo and related James Bond trademarks are trademarks of Danjaq, LLC. All rights reserved.

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Cork Film Festival line-up announced

The programme for the 57th Corona Cork Film Festival has been announced, with the Irish premiere of Colin Farrell's new movie Seven Psychopaths among the line-up.

The festival runs from November 11-18 and features over 300 features, documentaries and shorts from around the world, including the Cannes Grand Prix-winning Reality, Irish director Kirsten Sheridan's Dollhouse and the documentary My Father and the Man in Black, which tells the story of Johnny Cash and manager Saul Holiff.

This year's opening film at the Cork Opera House is Bill Morrison's The Great Flood, which is inspired by the Great Mississippi Flood of 1927 and which will be accompanied by a live soundtrack performance from jazz guitarist and composer Bill Frisell.

Seven Psychopaths, which reunites Farrell and In Bruges writer-director Martin McDonagh, is this year's closing film.

Full details are available at: www.corkfilmfest.org, with tickets also going on sale at the Festival Box Office on Opera Lane from November 3.

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Glee star denies pregnancy report

Glee's Lea Michele has denied that she is pregnant.

It was recently reported that the 26-year-old actress and her boyfriend Cory Monteith were expecting their first child together.

However, Michele took to her Twitter page to clear the air, saying: "My first fake pregnancy rumour! I've finally made it".

Michele and her Glee co-star Monteith went public with their relationship earlier this year, with a friend saying that the actor is having "a positive effect" on Michele.

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Win! Halloween Competition

Fancy going to a drive in movie this Halloween weekend? We've got some spooktacular tickets to giveaway!

Park your fear at the door! RTÉ Ten has teamed up with Tattersalls Ireland to offer some passes to their upcoming Drive in Movies at Halloween Horror Nights which runs from October 25th at one of Ireland's premier country house locations, Tattersalls Country House, Ratoath, Co. Meath.

Guaranteed to scare even the most dedicated Trick-or-Treaters, Halloween Horror Nights promises a truly frightening experience for people of all ages. Offering frighteningly good food and some spine tingling scares, the Halloween Horror Nights haunted stables is set to be a favourite Halloween destination this October. As darkness falls, witness the Haunted stables waken the dead with live actors, festoon lighting and spooky happenings to keep you on your toes!

But it's not just for all you horror addicts; weekend daytime screenings offer a great family day out with family favourite movies on show- all in the unique setting of Tattersalls Country House.

For more information, log on to www.tattersalls.ie/movies

To be in with a chance to win a pass for up to five people, simply answer the following question:

On what day does Halloween fall this year?

a) Sunday
b) Wednesday
c) Friday

Please send your answer along with your name and contact phone number by email to entertainmentonline@rte.ie Make sure you put Halloween Horror Nights in the subject line.

Terms and conditions:

The Blair Witch project x 2 car passes (Oct 25)
Monsters Inc. x 1 car pass (Oct 27)
Toy Story x 2 car passes (Oct 29)
Competition closes at 4pm on Wednesday, Oct 24.
One Car pass per winner.
Ticket is valid for specified showing only and cannot be transferred

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Watch exclusive Stitches clip

The new Irish horror-comedy Stitches opens in cinemas this week, and you can watch an exclusive clip on RTÉ TEN.

Directed by Conor McMahon (Zombie Bashers, Dead Meat) and starring Ross Noble, Tommy Knight, Gemma-Leah Devereux, Shane Murray-Corcoran and Thommas Kane-Byrne, Stitches tells the story of Richard 'Stitches' Grindle (Noble), a clown who comes back from the dead to exact revenge on those who caused his fatal accident.

You can watch the clip by clicking the link on your left.

Stitches previews in cinemas on Thursday October 25, with a satellite link-up to a Q&A after the Thursday night screening with Ross Noble and Conor McMahon.

The movie goes on general release on Friday October 26.

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Practice to end as new show begins

Bad news for Shonda Rhimes' fans as Private Practice is set to end after six seasons - but the Grey's Anatomy creator has a new show on the way.

Private Practice, the Grey's Anatomy spin-off, will not continue after its star Kate Walsh - who plays Dr Addison Montgomery - exits the series at the end of the show's 13-part sixth season.

"I'm sad to say that Private Practice's run will end after episode 613 this season," Rhimes announced on Twitter.

"There was a lot of discussion and debate but, in the end, the guys at the network and the studio and I all decided that Private Practice was reaching its finish line.

"Creatively, we are all extremely proud of the show and especially proud of this season -- which you will all soon discover is a creative renaissance. I can't wait for you to see it."

But fans of Grey's and Private Practice on this side of the Atlantic will have the chance to see Scandal, Shonda Rhimes' latest show, from this Thursday October 25th, as it begins on UK channel More4.

In a departure from her medical drama format, Scandal is a political thriller starring Kerry Washington (The Last King of Scotland) as Olivia Pope, the female head of a crisis management firm.

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Watch Skyfall Royal World Premiere stream

The Royal World Premiere of the new James Bond movie Skyfall takes place in London today, Tuesday October 23, from 5:00pm, and you can watch the live red carpet stream on RTÉ TEN.

Attending the premiere at the Royal Albert Hall will be the movie's director, Sam Mendes, and stars Daniel Craig, Javier Bardem, Judi Dench, Ralph Fiennes, Naomi Harris, Bérénice Marlohe and Ben Whishaw.

Also attending the screening will be Kelly Brook, Alice Cooper, Benedict Cumberbatch, Dermot O'Leary, Emeli Sandé, The X Factor 2012 contestants and many faces from Bond's past, including Sean Bean, Shirley Eaton, Goldie, Christopher Lee and Colin Salmon.

Skyfall, which sees Bond's (Craig) loyalty to boss M (Dench) tested in the aftermath of a disastrous mission, is released in cinemas this Friday, October 26.

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Homeland renewed for third season

Homeland has been renewed for a third season by Showtime.

The US network has ordered 12 more episodes of the drama, which are set to air in 2013.

The second season of the show, which stars Damian Lewis and Claire Danes, has been attracting higher ratings with each episode. The latest was watched by 1.75m viewers in the US.

Homeland also recently won top awards at the Primetime Emmys, including Lead Actor for Lewis, Lead Actress for Danes and Outstanding Drama.

Showtime President David Nevins said: "The Emmy wins for Homeland have certainly set the stage for a great second season.

"The writers, cast and crew of Homeland continue to create a remarkably entertaining and suspenseful rollercoaster ride, growing audiences week after week."

You can watch season two of Homeland on RTÉ Two, Tuesdays at 9pm.

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Chance to win Madagascar 3 goodies

Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted is in cinemas now, and thanks to Paramount Pictures we have movie goody bags to give away.

Directed by Eric Darnell (Madagascar, Madagascar 2), written by Noah Baumbach (Greenberg, Fantastic Mr Fox, The Squid and the Whale) and starring Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, David Schwimmer and Jada Pinkett Smith, the film follows the adventures of Alex the Lion (Stiller), Marty the Zebra (Rock), Melman the Giraffe (Schwimmer) and Gloria the Hippo (Pinkett Smith) as they join a circus in a bid to get back home to New York.

You can watch the trailer, and an extended clip, by clicking the links on your left.

To be in with a chance of winning, just answer this question:

Who directed Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted?

Send your answer, name and address, marked Madagascar 3 Comp, to: travel@rte.ie. One entry per person. Closing date: Friday November 2.

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Huberman expecting her first child

Actress and writer Amy Huberman and her husband, Ireland and Leinster rugby player Brian O'Driscoll, are expecting their first child.

The Irish Independent reports that while Huberman's publicist would not say when the baby is due, it is understood the happy day will be in the spring.

A source said the couple are "absolutely delighted".

In an interview with the Sunday Independent yesterday, Huberman teased of the couple's future: "It's going to be an adventure for both of us."

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Johnny Ruffo lands Home and Away role

Home and Away bosses have cast reality star and musician Johnny Ruffo in a guest role.

The Australian singer-songwriter started filming with the hit TV soap earlier this month.

His character Chris is expected to stick around for 16 episodes.

Speaking to the Herald Sun, Ruffo said: "Everyone on set has been so helpful and great to work with."

Meanwhile, the On Top singer revealed details of his character on the show's official website.

He said: "It is almost like they've written the character just for me.

"He is fun and cheeky, he's a bit of a ladies' man and a little bit cheesy like me. He's a traveller who has been around, much like myself."

Ruffo came third on The X Factor Australia last year, and also won Dancing With The Stars in June.

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Forsyth to take brief Strictly break

Bruce Forsyth is set to take a break from Strictly Come Dancing midway through the series.

The 84-year-old presenter will miss the show on November 10 so he can rest before hosting the following weekend's live Children in Need episode from Wembley Arena, according to the Daily Mail.

A Strictly Come Dancing spokesman said: "Even national treasures are allowed to take a week off. Sir Bruce is taking a short break so he can be on top form and fighting fit for the Children in Need show at Wembley the following week."

The Children in Need Strictly Come Dancing special airs on November 17.

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Robogarda set for Republic of Telly

Republic of Telly will reveal a brand new force of law and order on tonight's first show of the new season.

Robogarda is the future of rural law enforcement, and he's set to make his debut tonight alongside ROT regulars Dermot Whelan, Jennifer Maguire and Bernard O'Shea.

Click here for a preview clip of his first day of civic duty.

And there's plenty more besides Robogarda. This season also sees the return of the very popular Georgia Salpa, who tends to pop up almost anywhere.

As you can see from the above image, it looks as though she's proposing to (a rather slimmed-down) Bernard O'Shea. Tune in to tonight's Republic of Telly when all will be revealed.

Republic of Telly, 10pm, RTÉ Two

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Bonham Carter on Expectations role

Helena Bonham Carter has admitted that she was stunned when she was offered the role of Miss Havisham in a film adaptation of Charles Dickens' Great Expectations.

The star said that she had reservations when she was approached by the film's director, Mike Newell, but he managed to persuade her that she was the perfect actress for the part.

Speaking to the BBC, Bonham Carter said: "My first reaction was, 'Am I that old?'... (Newell) said, 'If you go back to the book and work out the mathematics she is only 56'. I said, 'Yeah, but I'm 45', and he said it spans from age 27 to 56 - and I thought, 'What an original idea'."

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Sacred Heart through to Choir finals

The all-girls Sacred Heart Secondary School, Tullamore and choir director, Regina Mc Carthy, emerged as the winners in the second Regional Final of the All Island School Choir of the Year competition.

The Tullamore choir will join Loreto College, Fermoy in the All Island final, live on RTÉ One television from the Titanic Centre Belfast on Sunday November 11th.

The choirs who featured with Tullamore in the second regional final were St Joseph's Mercy Secondary School, Castlebar; Loreto Saint Michael's Secondary School Navan; Saint Leo's Mercy Secondary School Carlow and Saint Finian's College, Mullingar.

Two more choirs for the Grand Final event will be selected from Regional Competitions involving Leinster and Northern Ireland schools.

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Leona Lewis finds fame lonely

Leona Lewis has said she finds being famous "very lonely".

The Trouble singer revealed that she has been let down by those close to her in the past and is now more wary of others.

Speaking to The Mail on Sunday, The X-Factor winner said: "I don't have a huge circle of friends, but the ones I do have are really close to me.

"Who I trust depends on gut instinct, and Simon [Cowell] has encouraged me to cultivate this." the 27-year-old singer said.

"I've been let down really badly by a couple of friends in recent years who I thought were genuine but I then found out were selling stories about me, which was devastating.

"They betrayed me and that just makes them evil."

Lewis's new album Glassheart is out now.

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Adele gives birth to baby boy - report

Adele has reportedly given birth to a baby boy.

The 24-year-old Londoner is said to have given birth to her first child with boyfriend Simon Konecki last week.

Speaking to The Sunday People, a source said: "Adele and Simon are ecstatic at their new arrival.

"She was over the moon that they were expecting their first child together."

Her spokesman said of Friday night's reported birth: "We are not releasing a statement at this time. No comment."

The singer, who has sold 24 million copies of her second album 21, announced her pregnancy back in June, writing on her official blog: "I'm delighted to announce that Simon and I are expecting our first child together.

"I wanted you to hear the news direct from me, obviously we're over the moon and very excited but please respect our privacy at this precious time. Yours always, Adele xx"

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Irish composer triumphs over Madonna

Irish composer Brian Byrne has beaten off competition from Madonna and Florence + The Machine to win two awards at the highly prestigious World Soundtrack Awards 2012.

The results were announced last night at the closing night of Ghent International Film Festival where Byrne scooped awards for Discovery of the Year for his score to Albert Nobbs, recorded with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra, and Best Original Song for Lay Your Head Down, lyrics by Glenn Close, performed by Sinéad O'Connor with the RTÉ CO.

Lay Your Head Down took the Best Original Song award ahead of songs performed by Madonna, Mary J. Blige, Florence + The Machine and Academy Award winner Bret McKenzie.

This follows an IFTA win for the LA-based Navan man and a place on the Oscar long list for the Albert Nobbs score and a Golden Globe nomination for Lay Your Head Down.

The Albert Nobbs soundtrack was recorded in RTÉ Radio Centre by the RTÉ Concert Orchestra, with Byrne himself conducting.

"I am incredibly proud of the RTÉ Concert Orchestra and its enormous contribution to the Albert Nobbs soundtrack," says Byrne. "I am so glad I got to do it with the home team. This orchestra's versatility is unmatched in Europe - let's hope there will be many more collaborations like this one."

Byrne previously composed The Late Late Show to usher in Ryan Tubridy's tenure and won an IFTA for his score for the Irish sci-fi comedy Zonad. He has also toured with Diane Warren and worked on the soundtrack for Sex and the City 2. He also played piano on Liza Minnelli's version of Beyoncé's Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It).

The composer's relationship with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra continues in November when his first classical album, Tales from the Walled City, with the RTÉ CO and guests including soprano Danielle de Niese and violinist Nicola Benedetti, is released on the Decca label.

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Downton star annoyed by camera phones

Downton Abbey star Brendan Coyle hates being filmed by fans with camera phones.

Coyle, who plays Lord Grantham's valet John Bates in the hit period drama, explained that he doesn't mind people having a photograph taken with him, but he detests the fact that fans are able to record footage of his everyday life.

BANG showbiz quotes him as saying: "One thing I'm really keen not to do is complain about the fact that I got a job that's made me very successful.

''But what I will say is that every single f****r on the planet has a camera. I posed for about 40 photographs yesterday.

''I don't mind stopping for a photograph, yes, sure.''

The 48-year-old star says he's very happy to be part of a successful show. "Any actor who told you that he didn't want to get a hit show is a liar. It's rare beyond belief.

''To get to do what you want at all is rare. Most of our struggles revolve around getting to do what we want to do, and be with the people we want to be with.

''These are our designs for life. I want to be with people who make me happy and do the things I want to do.''

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Clooney honoured for charity work

George Clooney was recognised for his charity work at a star-studded gala in Los Angeles on Saturday at The 26th Anniversary Carousel of Hope Ball.

Clooney was joined by girlfriend Stacy Keibler at The Beverly Hilton Hotel as he was recognised for advocating various humanitarian causes and presented with the Brass Ring Award.

George Clooney and his girlfriend Stacy Keibler shared a giggle at the charity gala

Other stars in attendance for the main event included Jennie Garth. Carmen Electra, Shirley MacLaine, Jane Fonda, Julianne Hough, Holly Robinson Peete, Jessica Sanchez, Nicky Hilton (with parents Kathy and Rick), Nicollette Sheridan, Daisy Fuentes, Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds and Joan Collins, among others.

Shirley MacLaine turned out to see the Ocean's Eleven star as he was honoured for his humanitarianism

The black-tie fundraiser, which was compered by comedian Jay Leno, pulls in money for the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes in Colorado.

Neil Diamond performed at the star-studded event

Singer Neil Diamond later took to the stage to perform, while guests also bid on luxury items including a wedding in Bora Bora and tickets to designer fashion shows.

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