O'Dowd set to star in The Coward

Chris O'Dowd is set to star in The Coward which is an adaptation of a Nick Jones play being directed by Max Winkler.

The Hollywood Reporter says the film will also star Adam Driver from the hit HBO series, Girls, which O'Dowd also recently appeared in.

The tale is set in 18th century England with Driver playing the cowardly son of a nobleman who decides to hire a criminal (O'Dowd) to fight a duel for him. The criminal decides to kill him and take his place and his father goes along with the plan.

O'Dowd is appearing in Christopher Guest's new show Family Tree which will be seen on television screens in the US in May.

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Westlife's Byrne to be a dad again

Westlife star Nicky Byrne and his wife Georgina Ahern have announced that they are expecting their third child.

On Twitter, Byrne wrote: "It's time to share our exciting news... Georgina is expecting! Third Baby Byrne is on the way!"

The Irish Independent reports that Ahern is believed to be "around four months pregnant".

The couple already have six-year-old twins, Rocco and Jay.

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Camden Crawl Dublin returns for 2013

This bank holiday weekend over 150 acts will perform in Dublin as part of Camden Crawl 2013.

With a mix of music, comedy plus a number of fringe events, Camden Crawl will take place in 15 venues across the capitol from Friday 3 to Sunday May 5.

Speaking at the event, 2fm's Dan Hegarty told RTÉ Ten: "If you were at last year's Camden Crawl Dublin, you'll know that this May bank holiday weekend is going to be crazy!

"The festival will be taking over 15 venues around Dublin city centre with acts like PVT, Echo & The Bunnymen, Low Sea, and countless other acts.

"It's a case of trying to cover as much ground as you can in an attempt to catch as many acts as you physically can!"

The Alternative presenter will be presenting at the event: "I'll be hosting two nights at JJ Smyths [Saturday May 4 and Sunday May 5], where you can see The Spook of the Thirteenth Lock, Grouse, and Kid Karate on Saturday, and Daithi, Bantum, and Low Sea on Sunday.

"We have Slow Skies and Overhead, The Albatross playing live on the show.

"Slow Skies have just finished their second EP (On the Shore), which will be released on Monday. They're a band that will impress anyone.

"Overhead, The Albatross have been in studio working on their debut album, so this is an escape for them.

"They're brought some friends along with them, and will be performing some new material; great band in every sense of the description!"

For further information on Camden Crawl Dublin click here

Tune into Dan Hegarty on The Alternative on RTÉ 2fm, Monday to Thursdays, 10pm to 1am and on 2XM from 10am to 1pm. Listen in on the RTÉ Radio Player here

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Kelly Osbourne denies engagement rumours

Fashion Police star Kelly Osbourne has insisted that she and her boyfriend Matthew Mosshart are not engaged.

The 28-year-old star is adamant that her beau hasn't popped the question.

Speaking on The Kyle & Jackie O Show on Australian station 2DayFM, Kelly said: ''I'm not telling you guys anything. When I have a ring on my finger, then you'll know I'm engaged!''

Osbourne also spoke out about Lady Gaga's recent comments which said that Fashion Police "breeds negativity," saying: ''This is something that I still to this day do not understand, I used to be obsessed with her ... she brought history and fun back into music.

''When I got this hypocritical email that she put across on her Facebook, I was like oh my god, now I don't like you anymore, but I do respect her as an artist.''

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The Apprentice 2013 line-up revealed

The Apprentice is back, but this time Lord Sugar is really throwing the contestants into the deep end by adding a twist to the new series.

The 66-year-old business mogul, who started the show in 2005, has spiced things up for season nine of the BBC show, by making his 16 protégés reveal their business plans at the beginning of the show rather than in the final.

This year's contestants come from a varied background from former professional racing Myles Mordaunt to practising doctor Leah Totton.

The first task will see the contestants trying to flog a shipping container load of goods to London's trade in one day.

Other tasks this series include creating and branding a flavour of beer, selling caravans and putting together a corporate away-day for big clients.

You can catch the new series of The Apprentice on May 7 at 9pm.

The Apprentice: Series 9 Back L-R: Francesca MacDuff-Varley, Rebecca Slater Front L-R: Natalie Panayi, Luisa Zissman, Uzma Yakoob, Sophie Lau, Jaz Ampaw-Farr, Leah Totton Natalie Panayi, Luisa Zissman, Uzma Yakoob, Sophie Lau, Jaz Ampaw-Farr, Leah Totton, Francesca MacDuff-Varley, Rebecca Slater

The Apprentice: Series 9 L-R: Jordan Poulton, Tim Stillwell, Alex Mills, Myles Mordaunt, Jason Leech, Neil Clough, Zeeshaan Shah, Kurt Wilson Jordan Poulton, Tim Stillwell, Alex Mills, Myles Mordaunt, Jason Leech, Neil Clough, Zeeshaan Shah, Kurt Wilson

Who will take home the £250,000 investment prize?

Nick Hewer, Lord Alan Sugar, Karren Brady are back to find The Apprentice 2013

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Ryan Dolan causes a stir in Russia!

Irish Eurovision hopeful Ryan Dolan was on the promotional trail in Russia last weekend where he caused so much hysteria while out shopping that he had to have a bodyguard protect him.

27-year-old Ryan Dolan kicked off a mini-tour of Moscow in Russia on Saturday at the city's biggest gay club where he performed this year's Irish Eurovision entry, Only Love Survives, with his dancers, Colm Farrell and Alan McGrath, in front of over 2000 people.

Ryan was in Russia in a bid win over the Eurovision voting public, hoping they will give him the coveted 12 points if he makes it through to final on May 18 in Malmo, Sweden.

He continued the promotional blaze with an appearance on MTV Russia, who took him shopping and interviewed him as he browsed the local stores. Ryan apparently caused such a stir at the shopping centre that he was assigned a bodyguard to ensure his safety.

Ryan Dolan with Russian Eurovision singer Dina Garipova

Ryan then took to the stage at the Kapitolly Mall and performed Only Love Survives before the Russian entry Dina Garipova sang her song What If.

Afterwards Dina and Ryan had dinner together and they then headed over to a pre-Eurovision party where they both performed once again.

On Monday morning, just before their whistle-stop tour came to an end, Ryan met with the Irish Ambassador Philip McDonagh for breakfast and a bit of a sing song!

Ryan with Irish Ambassador Philip McDonagh

Ambassador McDonagh said: "As a fan of the Eurovision Song Contest and of Ryan Dolan's, I was delighted to meet the Irish Eurovision team in Moscow. Their performances here strengthened Ireland's profile in the Russian Federation.

"Ryan and his colleagues have created much good will and added to the many links between our two countries in the sphere of music, dance, and song. I wish them every success at Malmo in May."

And there's no rest for Ryan between now and the Eurovision as he arrived in RTÉ this morning for rehearsals ahead of Malmo and his Late Late Show performance on Friday. The delegation flies to Sweden on Monday May 6 and he is due to perform in the first semi-final on Tuesday May 14. Go Ryan!

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Keith Hanley wins The Voice of Ireland

Keith Hanley was last night crowned the winner of The Voice of Ireland beating Kelly McDonagh Mongan (Team Kian) into second place.

19-year-old Keith is a student from Charleville of early childcare studies at Mallow College of Further Education. He was mentored by Jamelia throughout the competition and declared himself "very happy" with his win and his recording contract.

Second-placed Kelly, who was mentored by former Westlife singer Kian Egan, is just days away from having her first baby.

Four competed in last night's final with Shane McLaughlin (Team Kian) and Shannon Murphy (Team Bressie) also battling to be named the winner. Shannon came in in fourth place with Shane taking third place.

Keith last night performed a duet with Ryan Sheridan singing Jigsaw. Royseven's Paul Walsh sang with Murphy on We Should Be Lovers; Steve Wall of The Stunning performed with McLaughlin Brewing up a Storm and The Saturdays' Úna Healy sang with Mongan.

The Saturdays were the guest performers for the final singing What About Us.

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Mirren wins best actress at Oliviers

The Olivier Awards took place in London last night, with Helen Mirren taking home the Best Actress gong for her role as Queen Elizabeth II in The Audience.

The actress appeared as the monarch on-stage following her Oscar-winning performance in the movie The Queen in 2006.

Luke Treadway was awarded the Best Actor award for his leading role in the National Theatre's The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time was the big winner on the night, scooping seven prizes including Best New Play and Best Director for Marianne Elliott.

Michael Ball and Imelda Staunton were honoured for their work in the Sweeney Todd musical, taking home the gongs for Best Actor In A Musical and Best Actress In A Musical.

Best Supporting Actor went to Richard McCabe for The Audience, while Nicola Walker took home the Best Supporting Actress award for The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.

Take a look at some photos from the event below.

Helen Mirren

James McAvoy and Anne-Marie Duff

Helen McCrory and Damian Lewis

Daniel Radcliffe

Myleene Klass

Sheridan Smith

Kim Cattrall

Idina Menzel

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Watch Star Trek Into Darkness clip

Star Trek Into Darkness opens in Irish cinemas on May 9th and you can check out the latest clip released from the film here.

The film is the follow up to J.J. Abrams' 2009 reboot of the franchise featuring Chris Pine as James T Kirk and Zachary Quinto as Spock.

The follow-up sees the crew of the Enterprise find an unstoppable force of terror within their own organisation and Captain Kirk must lead a manhunt to a war-zone world to capture a one-man weapon of mass destruction.

Sherlock's Benedict Cumberbatch joins the cast as John Harrison.

Check out the clip by clicking on the tab to your left.

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O'Callaghan honoured with Achievement award

RTÉ Prime Time presenter, Miriam O'Callaghan, has said that she feels "honoured" to have received the first ever Mary Cummins Award for Outstanding Achievement in Media.

Miriam was presented with the award at a special dinner in Ballybunion, Co. Kerry, on Saturday night as part of the Women in Media festival.

The event, which ran from April 26th - 28th, celebrated the achievements of journalist Mary Cummins, who grew up in the seaside town, along with other inspirational women who have helped to shape the role of women in Irish media.

Speaking about winning the award, Miriam said: "'I was absolutely delighted to win this award. It was a great privilege and honour to receive such an award at an event surrounded by so many talented women writers and journalists. I am very grateful"

Miriam O'Callaghan received the first ever Mary Cummins Award for Outstanding Achievement in Media

Among those attending were PR guru Terry Prone, journalists Catherine Halloran, Alison O'Connor, Mary Kenny, Siobhan Creaton, Rosita Boland, Roisin Ingle and Prime Time's Katie Hannon.

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Fassbender set to play Macbeth

Irish actor Michael Fassbender is set to star in a new version of Macbeth, according to a report.

Screen Daily says Fassbender will take the lead role in the new version of the Shakespeare play which will be directed by Snowtown's Justin Kurzel. The film will reunite Fassbender with Shame and Hunger producers Iain Canning and Emile Sherman.

The script was written by Tood Louiso and Jacob Koskoff. Casting for the other key roles in ongoing.

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Michael York battling rare disease

Veteran British actor Michael York has announced that he's battling a rare blood disease.

The 71-year-old Austin Powers actor concerned fans in January, after appearing with a swollen-looking face at a Cabaret reunion with Liza Minnelli in New York.

York explained that he was originally diagnosed with bone cancer, before they discovered he actually had amyloidosis, a blood disease that breaks down tissues, leaving swollen growths and legions on the body.

He told The Lady magazine: "It all began two years ago, when I was doing a miniseries with Tom Conti. I noticed I was getting dark circles under my eyes.

"At first, I was able to cover them up with make-up, but it got worse and was really becoming evident, so I had to wear dark glasses."

The British actor has undergone a stem-cell transplant at a Mayo Clinic in the US to fight the disease.

He said: "I lost my voice, completely, which, for an actor, is a bit alarming. Now, it's sort of back. During [chemotherapy], sadly, all my hair disappeared.

"My face is a little swollen. That's probably from the meds, but also from the illness itself. There are deposits all over."

York added that he was positive about fighting back from his health issues, saying: "I know this can be deadly, but I never gave up. I am thrilled at this reprieve and want to do as much as I can to make it better."

The renowned actor played Basil Exposition in the Austin Powers movies, as well as starring parts in Logan's Run, The Three Musketeers, Cabaret and Romeo and Juliet.

More recently, he has had roles in several TV shows including How I Met Your Mother, Gilmore Girls and Star Wars: The Clone Wars.

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TG4 cycling documentary wins on the double

TG4 has taken the main award at the Celtic Media Festival 2013 in Swansea. Rás Tailteann - Rotha an tSaoil took the Spirit of the Festival prze, announced at the closing awards ceremony.

The series had earlier also won the Sports category.

The double-winning documentary tells the story behind one of Ireland's greatest sporting institutions, the Rás Tailteann cycling race.

Rás Tailteann - Rotha an tSaoil took two awards at the Celtic Media Festival

Established in 1953, its aim was to symbolise the nationalist aspirations of its organisers and promote Irish culture at a time of fierce political and sporting division. The programme tells the tumultuous history of the Rás and also offers a look at the cultural and political development of late 20th century Ireland - from the 1950s to the modern day.

Produced By Dot Television and Sónta, the production received funding from TG4 and from the Broadcast Authority of Ireland. Producer David Burke and director Seán Ó Cualáin were in Swansea to receive their two Torc awards.

The Celtic Media Festival is one of the most prestigious and long established festivals in these islands and is held each year. It presents awards in a range of programme categories. The double win for the Rás programme brought the TG4 tally of Torcs at the 2013 Festival to five.

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Two and a Half Men renewed without Jones

Two and a Half Men has been renewed for another season, with Kutcher and Cryer returning, but Angus T. Jones will not participate in the next season.

The 19-year-old star of the show came into controversy late last year when he went online to condemn the troubled show. Jones was believed to have affiliated with a church and wanted to leave the hit comedy series, calling himself "a paid hypocrite" as his role conflicted with his beliefs.

Jon Cryer now remains the sole original lead character on the series, after Ashton Kutcher replaced lead actor Charlie Sheen in May 2011.

The upcoming next season will be the shows 11th run and is expected to be broadcast in America between late 2013 and early 2014.

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Watch: Geri sings Spice Girls song - in a pub

Geri Halliwell tempted fate last night when she sang a Spice Girls song in a London pub. But it's OK, she hasn't fallen on hard times - it was all part of a dare.

Watch Geri's performance here:

40-year-old Ginger Spice tweets a video of her walking into a bar and singing a chorus of Say You'll Be There to a group of drinkers, one of whom quipped: "How much do you want?"

Geri posted: "I'm gonna try to do @OfficialMelB -dare tomorrow,god help me ! (sic)", to which band mate Mel B replied: "@GeriHalliwell yipppeee yes yes yes."

Posting the video yesterday (April 26), Halliwell wrote: "Did it It's awful!"

This is the latest in a series of dares between the former Spice Girls members, after Mel B posted an image of her mooning neighbours from her Hollywood home following a challenge by Mel C.

We have no video of that pop fans.

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Bridget Jones 3? You'll be waiting a long time

Colin Firth has said "there may be a long wait" for a new Bridget Jones movie but don't fret, the third book is on the way.

The new installment of the Bridget Jones saga is currently being written by Helen Fielding and is expected to be published later this year. Production company Working Title Films said in December that it is unclear if another film will be made.

However, speaking to The Chicago Sun Times, Firth - who plays dashing Mark Darcy in the films - was a bit more positive about a new Bridget movie.

But he admitted it will likely take some time before there is any movement on the project.

"Unfortunately, it might be a bit of a long wait," the Oscar winner said. "I wouldn't say that it's completely dead in the water, but the way it's going you might be seeing Bridget Jones's granddaughter's story being told by the time we get there."

He added: "There is a joy of doing those movies that keeps hope alive. And the story is going in an interesting direction. I just wouldn't say that the movie is imminent."

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Vince Vaughn confirms wife's pregnancy

Vince Vaughn has revealed that his wife Kyla Weber is expecting their second child together.

In an interview with Ellen DeGeneres on the Ellen show this week, the 43-year-old star of The Wedding Crashers and Swingers disclosed that he and wife of three years Weber, who works as a real estate agent, will be adding to their family. They already have a daughter together, two-year-old Locklyn.

When pushed by Ellen host to reveal his news, Vaughn commented: "That's right. We are expecting our second child. This is the first time I've said anything. Yeah, we're very excited".

Vaughn and wife Kayla Weber are expecting again

Vaughn then went on to reveal that his wife is due to give birth in just over three months, at the beginning of August.

The actor will next be seen in The Internship, set for release this summer, alongside Rose Byrne and Owen Wilson.

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Daft Punk and Pharrell Williams hit No 1

With fever pitch mounting ahead of the release of their fourth album Random Access Memories on May 18th, French disconauts Daft Punk have landed at No 1 in the Irish chart with their collaboration with Pharrell Williams.

Aslan also leap 34 places with Catch Your Fall, their single with Don Mescall. Over on the album chart, le Punk's fellow Frenchmen Phoenix debut at No 10 with their new album Bankrupt!, The Coronas make a re-entry, and some people bought will.i.am's latest infomercial.

Here's the full top 20 singles and albums.

Ireland's Top 20 Singles

1 Get Lucky Daft Punk Feat. Pharrell Williams (Columbia)
1 (last week) 2 (this week) Pompeii Bastille (Virgin)
2 3 Just Give Me A Reason Pink (Rca)
11 4 Can't Hold Us Macklemore & Ryan Lewis (Macklemore)
4 5 High Hopes Kodaline (B-Unique)
40 6 Catch Your Fall Aslan & Don Mescall (Universal Ireland)
3 7 Let Her Go Passenger (Nettwerk)
10 8 I Need Your Love Calvin Harris Feat. Ellie Goulding (Columbia)
6 9 Mirrors Justin Timberlake (Rca)
5 10 #That Power Will.I.Am Feat. Justin Bieber (Interscope)
7 11 Thrift Shop Macklemore & Ryan Lewis (Macklemore)
8 12 When I Was Your Man Bruno Mars (Atlantic)
9 13 Hey Porsche Nelly (Universal)
14 I Know Sean Og (Hand Management)
12 15 Still Into You Paramore (Fueled By Ramen)
24 16 Chocolate 1975 (Dirty Hit)
13 17 Gentleman Psy (Republic)
14 18 Feel This Moment Pitbull Feat. Christina Aguilera (Rca)
18 19 Ho Hey The Lumineers (Decca)
15 20 What About Us The Saturdays Feat. Sean Paul (Polydor)

Ireland's Top 20 Albums

1 (last week) 1 (this week) To Be Loved Michael Bublé (Reprise)
3 2 Our Version Of Events Emeli Sandé (Virgin)
2 3 The Truth About Love Pink (Rca)
5 4 The 20/20 Experience Justin Timberlake (Rca)
5 #Willpower Will.I.Am (Interscope)
7 6 All The Little Lights Passenger (Nettwerk)
13 7 Take Me Home One Direction (Syco Music)
10 8 The Next Day David Bowie (Iso)
11 9 The Lumineers The Lumineers (Decca)
10 Bankrupt! Phoenix (Atlantic)
18 11 The Heist Macklemore & Ryan Lewis (Macklemore)
12 12 Unorthodox Jukebox Bruno Mars (Atlantic)
6 13 Paramore Paramore (Fueled By Ramen)
17 14 The Collection Andre Rieu (Philips)
4 15 Save Rock And Roll Fall Out Boy (Island)
16 16 Bad Blood Bastille (Virgin)
27 17 18 Months Calvin Harris (Columbia)
18 Closer To You The Coronas (3ú Records)
21 19 Night Visions Imagine Dragons (Interscope)
8 20 Mosquito Yeah Yeah Yeahs (Polydor)

Chart Courtesy Of Irma

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Clooney set to produce Coronado High?

George Clooney and his producing partner Grant Heslov are planning to make Coronado High which will be a movie adaptation of an upcoming article by Joshuah Bearman, according to a report.

Bearman is the journalist whose article for Wired magazine served as the basis for the recent Best Picture Oscar-winner, Argo, which was produced by Clooney and Heslov along with director Ben Affleck.

The Wrap says that Sony Pictures is in talks to acquire and develop the artcile as a potential directing opportunity for Clooney but representatives for Clooney and Bearman did not comment on the reports.

Bearman's article has not yet been published but it concerns a group of teens who are used to smuggle drugs in Coronado which is an affluent resort near San Diego.

Clooney and Heslov are producers on John Wells' adaptation of August: Osage County which opens later this year.

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Farrell and Beyoncé talk Epic – watch the vid

With their new animated adventure Epic opening in cinemas on Wednesday May 22, you can watch promo interviews with Colin Farrell and Beyoncé Knowles on RTÉ TEN.

Epic "tells the story of an ongoing battle deep in the forest between the forces of good, who keep the natural world alive, and the forces of evil, who wish to destroy it.

"When a teenage girl finds herself magically transported into this secret universe, she must band together with a rag-tag team of fun and whimsical characters in order to save their world... and ours."

Directed by Chris Wedge (Robots, Ice Age), Epic also stars Steven Tyler, Chris O'Dowd, Christoph Waltz, Amanda Seyfried, Pitbull, Jason Sudeikis, Josh Hutcherson and Aziz Ansari.

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

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Gene Kelly was proud of Irish roots

Singin' in the Rain star Gene Kelly was very proud of his Irish passport according to his widow Patricia Ward Kelly.

In Dublin to introduce and present a pre-concert talk of the screening of Singin' in the Rain with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra performing the superb soundtrack live, Patricia spoke to RTÉ TEN.

She said: "He was very proud of being Irish and I think he felt a real identity with Ireland. At one point he said to me that he really felt his Irish roots were at the core of his being".

"I remember the day that the Irish passport arrived and the new certificate was in Gaelic and he was just tickled, he was like a little kid with it."

The late, great actor, dancer, producer and director, Gene Kelly

In relation to the success and popularity of the musical, which has topped the Top 100 musicals of all time, she said: "They [Kelly and MGM] never thought they were making [Singin' in the Rain] for posterity.

"They never dreamed that we would be sitting here in Dublin 60 years later with this turnout crowd watching this movie.

"That would be astounding to him and I think he would extremely proud of that."

The RTÉ Concert Orchestra's screening of Singin' in the Rain, which is part of RTÉ's Ireland at the Movies is on in the National Concert Orchestra tomorrow afternoon at 3pm and again tomorrow evening at 8pm, Saturday April 27. For further information or to book tickets click here

A taste of what is in store in the National Concert Hall tomorrow

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Gyllenhaal and Russo for Nightcrawler

Jake Gyllenhaal is set to star alongside Rene Russo in the upcoming independent film, Nightcrawler.

Variety reports that the film will be produced by Tony Gilroy and directed by Dan Gilroy from a script which he wrote. Nightcrawler tells the tale of an ambitious man who becomes involved in the nocturnal world of LA freelance crime journalism.

This is the first time Gilroy has taken over directing duties and is better known for his writing credits having co-written The Bourne Legacy with his brother.

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Aonghus McAnally makes a Late Date

RTÉ presenter and producer, Aonghus McAnally will step in to present Late Date on Radio 1.

Speaking to RTÉ TEN, McAnally said: "I love presenting the show whenever I am asked, as it is a lovely time to interact with the Radio 1 listeners who love their music, have their own favourites and who are very interactive with the show.

"Musically it is a lovely mix of the latest releases, the RTÉ album of the week, songs that were number one on the day through the years, artists celebrating their birthdays, listener's requests and my own personal choices."

He added: "I try and feature a few guitar players each night from established virtuosos to the new breed of exciting new Irish and international players who have taken the instrument and turned it on its head.

"As a musician all my life, I love good music no matter what genre, so I look forward to the company of the Late Date family when I am on air!"

McAnally will step in for Alf McCarthy: "I will be on for a week from Monday April 29 to Friday May 3 and also the Bank Holiday Monday May 6."

Late Date is on RTÉ Radio 1 weekdays 11.25pm to 2am, presented by Alf McCarthy and Saturday/Sunday presented by Lilian Smith from midnight to 2am. Listeners can get in touch on latedate@rte.ie

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Country music star for Saturday Night Show

Guests joining host Brendan O'Connor tomorrow night on The Saturday Night Show have been revealed.

Country music singer and novelist Kinky Friedman is set to have a very frank discussion with Brendan about his plans to become Governor of Texas, to legalise marijuana and gay marriage.

Following the settlement of their High Court case earlier this week, Sonya, John and eight-year-old Alex Butler will be in studio.

Brian Ormond and his wife, Pippa O'Connor have organised a babysitter for their new baby Ollie to talk to Brendan and banker turned comedian Hamad Al Amari will also drop by.

The Saturday Night Show is on RTÉ One tomorrow night on 9.35pm.

Brian and Pippa will join Brendan on The Saturday Night Show

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Windsor asked back to EastEnders

Actress Barbara Windsor has said she has been asked "a couple of times" to reprise her role as Peggy Mitchell in EastEnders and is "tempted" but "not quite ready".

In an interview on ITV's This Morning, Windsor said: "I miss EastEnders - I absolutely do, I loved it.

"But I was exhausted when I left, absolutely exhausted.

"They asked me to go back recently... they've asked me a couple of times, but I think about it and I don't sleep.

"I am tempted, that's the point.

"But Scott [Mitchell, husband] says you have to really think about it because towards the end I was so exhausted and not sleeping at night and waking up looking at the script - it became too much part of my life.

"If you're like me, I take every single job like it's my last time... which it might be!

"And if I'm called in at six-thirty, I'm in at six... it's my own fault. When they asked me to go back I got all very excited - but I'm not quite ready for it."

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Paltrow stuns in daring sheer gown

Gwyneth Paltrow wowed in a sheer-panel Antonio Berardi gown at the Iron Man 3 premiere in Los Angeles last night.

The actress, who was named the World's Most Beautiful Woman in People magazine on Wednesday, chose a daring evening dress which looked demure from a distance, but featured mesh panels down the sides.

The actress told E! news on the red carpet: "It's very see-through. I just thought it was really beautiful and it sort of has a superhero thing happening."

She wore her peroxide blonde locks loose and straight, while simple but glowing makeup finished off the attention-grabbing red carpet look.

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Electric Picnic line-up is revealed

The line-up for Electric Picnic's 10th anniversary has been announced, with Bjork, Fatboy Slim and Arctic Monkeys among the headliners.

This year's festival runs from Friday August 30 to Sunday September 1 at Stradbally Hall, Co Laois, with Franz Ferdinand, David Byrne and St Vincent, Eels, Noah & the Whale, Johnny Marr, Mick Flannery, Disclosure, Ocean Colour Scene, Hurts, The Walkmen, Baauer, Tiga, Warpaint, Savages, The Strypes, Policia, Chvrches, Parquet Courts, Clinic, Deap Valley and Soak also on the bill.

Click the link on the left to check out our report from the Electric Picnic launch

This year's festival also sees the return of the Body & Soul Village, the Mindfield spoken word arena, the Theatre of Food, the Comedy Tent, Casa Bacardí arena and Trailer Park.

Tickets go on sale this Saturday, April 27, from 9am from usual outlets.

Ticket Details

Between April 27 - May 27
Weekend Ticket: €149.50 - If you can prove you have attended three or more Electric Picnics.

Weekend Ticket: €169.50 - If you can prove you have attended Electric Picnic once before.

Weekend Ticket: €189.50 - If you haven't been before.

Family Camping Weekend Ticket as above (two children U12 permitted per adult).

Sunday Day Tickets: €85.00 (No camping permitted)

Between May 28 - July 28
Weekend Ticket: €189.50

After July 28
Weekend Ticket: €229.50

Campervan Tickets for access to Regular and Family Campervan Parks are €60.

For more, click here.

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Dan Healy announced as new head of 2fm

Dan Healy has been announced as the new head of RTÉ 2fm.

Healy is currently CEO of Independent Radio Sales, having previously served as CEO of both Newstalk and 98FM and he is a co-founder of iRadio.

Commenting today, he said of his new role: "I am absolutely delighted to accept the appointment as Head of RTÉ 2fm. It is a wonderful and challenging opportunity to play a significant role in the further development of the station. It's a well-worn phrase in radio circles, but it's also true that RTÉ 2fm is a sleeping giant. It plays a hugely important role in providing outstanding music, sport, entertainment, news and information to its legion of listeners.

"There are big commercial challenges ahead for the station, but 2fm has the listenership base, the talent and the energy to turn around. My goal is to make 2fm the most-listened-to music and entertainment station in Ireland."

Clare Duignan, Managing Director, RTÉ Radio said: "I'm delighted today to announce Dan Healy as the new Head of RTÉ 2fm. Dan's track record in the industry is unparalleled.

"2fm is a core priority for RTÉ - it's vital that RTÉ, as the public service broadcaster, meet the needs of younger listeners and this appointment is a significant statement of confidence in the future of 2fm."

The news has followed the latest JNLR listenership figures, which reveal that 2fm is stable at 23% weekly reach with 817,000 listeners.

RTÉ 2fm's peak-time share is steady at 7.2%.

Hector Keeps Her Lit Again is up 4000 to 128,000 listeners book-on-book and up 6000 year-one-year.

The Colm Hayes Show has gained 5000 to 136,000 book-on-book.

Tubridy has stabilised with a marginal loss of 1000 to 159,000 book-on-book.

There are big gains for Weekenders with Paddy and Ruth, which is up 10,000 book-on-book.

Commenting on today's figures, Ms Duignan said: "Last year we had a run of four really encouraging books for 2fm, and these figures are a continuation of that success.

"Hector has gained, Colm has gained, Larry has gained ... Ryan Tubridy has had a marginal drop to 159,000, down 1000, and this is a conclusive indication that his listenership is stable and loyal, and there to be grown."

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Morning Ireland tops JNLR figures

RTÉ Radio 1's Morning Ireland is the most-listened to radio show in the country, with a listenership of 443,000, the latest figures by the JNLR has revealed.

Commenting on the latest Joint National Listenership Research Survey (JNLR) Clare Duignan, Managing Director, RTÉ Radio, said: "PPI National Station of the Year Radio 1 is the major weekday winner. The book-on-book gains, almost across the full day, indicate firmly that Radio 1 is Ireland's favourite radio station for news and current affairs, general interest, sport, and music programming. ( 'Book' is JNLR parlance for quarterly results.)

"Over on lyric, stability at 3% weekday reach is very encouraging. Marty continues to build listeners at breakfast, while the drivetime slot on lyric has seen a gain in this book." The latest JNLR figures have shown that 1,881,000 adults listen to RTÉ Radio every week, which is up 15,000 book-on-book, while RTÉ Radio has scored 18 out of the top 20 most-listened-to programmes for adults 15+.

Liveline with Joe Duffy is the second most-listened-to radio show, making a book-on-book gain of 4,000, bringing total listenership to 424,000.

News at One gains 19,000 listeners year-on-year and 9,000 b-o-b to 369,000.

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Game of Thrones gets Friends makeover

The opening credits for the hugely popular HBO fantasy drama Game of Thrones have been given a Friends-style makeover.

Produced by a YouTube user, the video splices various clips from the show in relative sync to the Friends' theme tune I'll Be There for You by The Rembrandts.

It's not the first time Game of Thrones has been parodied on the internet as previously it's been given a 1995 makeover and reimagined as a high school drama.

Click here to view the YouTube GOT/Friends clip.

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Love/Hate up for two awards at Monte-Carlo

Crime-drama series Love/Hate has received two nominations at The Festival de Television de Monte-Carlo for Best International Drama TV Series and Best European Drama TV Series.

The team at Love/Hate better clear another spot on their mantelpiece as it has been announced they have received two nominations from the prestigious television festival - this comes hot on the heels of its nomination for an Irish Playwright and Screenwriters Guild Awards earlier this week.

Speaking about the nomination Jane Gogan, Commissioning Editor for RTÉ Drama said: "The nominations for Love/Hate at the Festival de Television de Monte-Carlo is a very exciting development. Just to be nominated is an honour itself. It's a great tribute to the hard work and dedication of the team."

Love/Hate producer Suzanne McAuley added: "We are absolutely delighted with the news. To produce a show that's receiving international recognition and critical acclaim is just fantastic. It's a testament to our talented team - both in-front of and behind the camera.

"The Monte Carlo Television Awards will open a gateway into Europe for us, giving Love/Hate a new platform and the possibility of gaining new audiences. I'm really looking forward to the evening."

The Festival takes place between June 9th - 14th.

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JLS announce shock split

The chart-topping boyband, JLS, have announced they will go their seperate ways later this year after they release their greatest hits album and complete their farewell tour.

Aston Merrygold, 25, Marvin Humes, 28, Jonathan "JB" Gill and Oritsé Williams, both 26, who make up the four-piece, have revealed they've spent the last number of months agonising over the future of JLS.

They eventually decided that the time was right for them to end their time together as a band, but not before they release a greatest hits album and go on a farewell arena tour.

Aston told The Sun: "It's just that time. We are still best of friends and always will be - but this is the end."

Marvin added: "We wanted to finish on a high. We're finishing with an arena tour - our third arena tour - and that is a massive achievement.

"The last five or so years have been nothing short of incredible. It has been an incredible journey."

JLS found fame on The X Factor, coming second to Alexandra Burke, in 2008. However Simon Cowell missed the boat with the hitmakers when he failed to sign them to his SYCO label.

The Epic record label soon snapped them up and JLS went on to become one of the most successful acts to have ever comepted on The X Factor. In the past five years the foursome notched up numerous top ten hits including five number one singles.

Marvin said: "We are the first X Factor act to finish a five-year recording contract. If we wanted to carry on and sign to another label, it was going to be another three, four or five albums. So we all thought about it for a few months and it sort of made sense to say we were moving on with our lives."

Aston added: "We haven't fallen out. We leave with some amazing successes under our belt and we can say goodbye in style."

The boys have already got plans in place for when their last day as JLS arrives.

Marvin is set to become a father for the first time with wife, Saturdays singer, Rochelle Humes, and he also recently became a radio presenter, while Aston joined the judging panel of Sky 1 dancing competition Got to Dance earlier this year.

Oritse has formed his own music management company and JB has recently purchased a deer farm in Scotland.

Read the full statement from JLS about their split here.

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Change of plan for Grey's Anatomy

She previously stated otherwise - but Shonda Rhimes has admitted that Grey's Anatomy is in for spectacular season nine finale. Warning: Spoiler Alert!

Although an initial report suggested there wouldn't be a large-scale disaster in the finale, the medical drama's writers have changed their plans.

The show has traditionally ended on a jaw-dropper and this time around a super storm will be heading towards the Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital beginning in the penultimate episode.

The storm will achieve its full force by the season finale, which is aptly titled Perfect Storm and the medics will go into crisis mode as the hospital is ravaged.

Rhimes has said the Grey's writing staff made some "very bold [and] shocking decisions" with the finale following "very intense discussions."

"I warned you about the GA finale so you could brace yourself," Rhimes tweeted. "Hug a friend."

So batten down the hatches, Grey's Anatomy fans. Looks like we're in for yet another bumpy finale on your favourite TV show.

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Songs chosen and Saturdays in for Voice Final

The songs for Sunday night's final of The Voice of Ireland on RTÉ One at 6:30pm have been announced, with The Saturdays among the night's special guests.

Shannon Murphy (Team Bressie), Keith Hanley (Team Jamelia), Shane McLaughlin and Kelly Mongan (both Team Kian) will contest the final.

Murphy will sing The Lumineers' Ho Hey; Hanley will sing Madcon's Beggin'; McLaughlin will sing The Frames' Fake and Mongan will sing Elton John's Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word.

In addition, the contestants will perform together and alongside musical peers.

All four finalists will sing together on a cover of Owl City and Carly Rae Jepsen's Good Time.

Royseven's Paul Walsh will duet with Murphy on We Should Be Lovers; Ryan Sheridan will sing Jigsaw with Hanley; Steve Wall of The Stunning will join McLaughlin for a performance of Brewing up a Storm and The Saturdays' Úna Healy will sing with Mongan.

The Saturdays will also perform their hits Issues and What About Us.

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Fuller on for Star Trek TV series

Heroes writer Bryan Fuller has said that he is still interested in the idea of bringing Star Trek back as a television series.

Fuller, who also penned Pushing Daises and Dead Like Me, said that he would jump at the chance if offered the task of reviving the show on the small screen.

"I would love to if I had the opportunity. Star Trek is under JJ Abrams at the moment," he said at the UK launch of his latest show, Hannibal.

"He's doing a wonderful job and I can't wait for Into Darkness. So I think he's got that territory covered. [But] if they offered it to me [on TV] I'd jump on the trolley and start ringing the bell."

Fuller previously worked as a writer on the Star Trek: Voyager and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine shows.

His new TV series Hannibal launched on NBC in the US earlier this month and arrives soon on UK satellite channel Sky Living.

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Stars launch Cycle Against Suicide

A number of familiar faces joined forces with RTÉ 2fm's Colm Hayes to support the Cycle Against Suicide campaign.

Comedian PJ Gallagher, sports presenter Brent Pope and models Rosanna Davison and Roz Purcell were kitted out in the bright orange 2fm colours to launch the cycle with Hayes.

Watch the Cycle Against Suicide launch here

Created by Jim Breen, as a direct result of his appearance on RTÉ's The Secret Millionaire, the aim on the cycle is to raise awareness for those battling with depression, at risk of, or bereaved by, suicide.

The cycle kicked off from the RTÉ Radio Centre on Monday when almost 400 people got on their bikes to break the Cycle of Suicide in Ireland and the journey will continue until May 5.

Stay tuned to The Colm Hayes Show, weekdays 11am to 1pm, for updates on Cycle Against Suicide and you can listen back on the RTÉ Radio Player here.

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Exclusive: Listen to Hugh Laurie's new album

Hugh Laurie is set to release his new album Didn't it Rain on May 3 but you can listen to it exclusively on RTÉ Ten right now.

The follow-up to his debut Let Them Talk, the new album sees the actor/singer departing the sounds of New Orleans and following the blues upstream and into the American heartland.

It includes songs dating back to early pioneers W.C. Handy (St Louis. Blues) and Jelly Roll Morton (I Hate A Man Like You) to more recent artists such as Dr. John (Wild Honey) and Alan Price of The Animals (Changes).

"I have resolved to forge on, deeper into the forest of American music that has enchanted me since I was a small boy," says Laurie. "And the further I go, the more bewitched I become - both by the songs and by the people I have been lucky enough to play them with."

Again produced by Joe Henry, Didn't It Rain was recorded at Ocean Way Studio in Los Angeles in January of this year.

From 12 noon today (April 23), you can listen to the Hugh's new one right here on RTÉ Ten for the next 24 hours. Enjoy!

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Dodgeball sequel in the works

A sequel to the hit 2004 comedy, Dodgeball, is in the works.

The Hollywood Reporter says that Ben Stiller's Red Hour Films has commissioned Clay Tarver to write a script to the movie which starred Vince Vaughn as the owner of a very run-down gym competing with a group of misfits in a dodgeball tournament against a rival gym owner played by Stiller.

Tarver has worked on a number of comedy projects including Men Making Music and the upcoming Quantum Hoops.

The sequel will reportedly focus on how Vaughn and Stiller's characters are forced to team up against a bigger threat. The original movie was a huge hit when released in 2004 after being made on a reported budget of $20million.

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Passion and punch-ups in Carrigstown tonight!

Things get fiery in Fair City tonight when the Dillion clan learn about Luke and Judith's affair, while Dermot and Jo reignite their love. And if that wasn't enough heat, Dermot and Tommy end up in a fight!

It's all about to go down in Carrigstown tonight. After a punch-up with Dermot, Tommy is in a rage, and it's clear that he is about to tip over the edge. And that tipping point comes when his brother Luke takes it upon himself to taunt him about the state of his relationship with his daughters Neasa and Caoimhe.

Dermot and Tommy get into a brawl in the bar over Jo

Speaking to RTÉ Ten Geoff Minogue who plays Tommy Dillon said: "Tommy is spiralling out of control.

"The love of his life, Judith, has chosen his brother over him and he has lost the trust of his children. He is a broken, desperate and bitter man."

On the warpath, Tommy reveals Judith and Luke's affair

Furious with his brother Luke, and determined to prove he is not the only reason he and Judith have split, he blurts out that Judith and Luke have been having an affair for months. Needless to say Caoimhe and Neasa are horrified - what is to become of the Dillon family now?

Meanwhile, over the road, Dermot and Jo are getting on like a house on fire and it looks like they could soon be getting back together.

Looks like Dermot and Jo have gotten over their differences

Rachel Sarah Murphy who plays Jo told RTÉ Ten: "This is one of the most dramatic weeks for Jo and Dermot.

"Though they tried to fight it, it's obvious to everyone that they are meant to be together."

And indeed, viewers will see them rekindle their romance with a kiss tonight, but is it for keeps this time?

You can catch Fair City on RTÉ One tonight at 8pm.

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Chance to win tickets to Jump gala screening

To mark the release of the new Irish movie Jump in cinemas this week, RTÉ TEN is giving you the chance to win tickets to the Gala Screening in the IFI this Friday, April 26, at 6:30pm, with director Kieron J Walsh and star Charlene McKenna taking part in a Q&A on the night

Jump opens in cinemas this Friday and follows "four twenty-somethings whose lives collide in a night of fast talk, accidents and intrigue".

You can watch Charlene McKenna's interview with RTÉ TEN's Sarah McIntyre, and the Jump trailer, by clicking the links on your left.

The film also stars Nichola Burley, Martin McCann, Ciarán McMenamin, Valene Kane, Richard Dormer, Packy Lee, Lalor Roddy, Jonathan Harden, Kelly Gough, Paul Kennedy and Keith McErlean.

To be in with a chance of winning tickets to the IFI Gala Screening, just answer this question:

Who directed Jump?

Send your answer, name, address and telephone number, marked Jump Comp, to: tencompetitions@rte.ie. Closing date: Wednesday April 24. One entry per person. Prize is for tickets to Gala Screening in the IFI at 6:30pm on Friday April 26 only. No other costs will be covered. No cash alternative.

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Backstreet Boys land Hollywood star

'90s heartthrobs The Backstreet Boys received a Hollywood star on the Walk of Fame yesterday (April 22nd).

The band, consisting of A.J. McLean, Nick Carter, Kevin Richardson, Howie Dorough and Brian Littrell, were presented with the 2,495th special plaque near the Live Nation building in the 7000 block of Hollywood Boulevard .

Speaking to a crowd of fans, Kevin Richardson said: ''What an honour it is. What a beautiful day. What another beautiful way to celebrate 20 years together.''

Nick added: ''Backstreet is Back ... and we aren't going anywhere.''

The group have the highest record sales of any boy band having sold 130 million records worldwide since first forming in 1993.

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Irish sci-fi film chosen for Cannes

Last Days on Mars, the debut feature film from Irish director Ruairí Robinson, is to screen in the Directors' Fortnight section of the Cannes Film Festival next month.

The Liev Schreiber and Romola Garai-starring film tells the story of a group of astronauts who encounter a mysterious and terrifying force.

Commenting on Last Days on Mars' selection for Cannes, Robinson said: "Having my film selected for Directors' Fortnight is very exciting and a wonderful endorsement of the creative talents of my cast and crew. My head just exploded."

James Hickey, Chief Executive, Bord Scannán na hÉireann/Irish Film Board (IFB) said: "Last Days on Mars showcases the excellent creative skills of Ruairí Robinson as a director of a large-scale sci-fi movie. The IFB funded Ruairí's Oscar-nominated short film Fifty Percent Grey in 2002 and we are delighted to see his debut feature film recognised at the world's most famous film festival, Cannes.

"Irish genre producers Fantastic Films and Irish VFX post house Screen Scene have also done great work on this film, ensuring that the special effects work has been completed to a world class standard."

The Cannes Film Festival runs from May 15 to 26.

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Love/Hate nominated for Irish Guild Award

Popular RTÉ shows Love/Hate and Republic of Telly are up for nomination at this year's Irish Playwright and Screenwriters Guild Awards.

The prestigious Awards ceremony looks to acknowledge the best script(s) written by Irish playwrights and screenwriters during the previous year.

This year RTÉ programmes dominate the Best Television Script category with both Republic of Telly and Love/Hate nominated.

The team of James Cotter, Dermot Whelan, Bernard O'Shea, Shane Mulvey, Jason Butler, Chris Tordoff, Demian Fox, Stephen Shields, and Luc O'Cinnseala are nominated for Republic of Telly - Christmas Special while writer Stuart Carolan is in the running for the final episode of Love/Hate Series Three.

The 2013 ZeBBie Awards Ceremony will take place on 16th May 2013 in The Sugar Club, 8 Lower Leeson Street, Dublin 2.

For further information see http://script.ie/zebbies/z2013/

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Next Homeland to 'deal with bombing'

It's been announced that the next season of US drama Homeland will focus on a bombing plot.

Showtime's entertainment president David Nevins confirmed the details of the terrorist drama's third season to Deadline.

Nevins said that the new episodes "will deal with the aftermath of a major bombing event and will touch on many things you watch on CNN and Twitter."

It's already been announced that neither Diego Klattenhoff (who plays Mike Faber) and David Marciano (Virgil) will return to the show next season as series regulars.

Homeland season three starts on Showtime on September 29 and shortly after that will be broadcast on RTÉ Two.

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H&A's Dex to have life-changing seizure

It looks like there is more drama in store for Summer Bay resident Dex in the coming weeks.

Dex, played by 20-year-old Charles Cottier, is forced to admit that he has a romantic fling with Steph in front of his father, which leads to him having a dramatic seizure.

Speaking to TV Week about the upcoming storyline, Cottier said: "Due to the stress over Sid's anger, along with work issues, including facing up to the hospital board, Dex has a seizure whilst arguing with his dad.

"His dad's approval means everything to him, especially since Dex is in the medical profession and looks up to his dad as his mentor. It really tears him up inside."

Cottier also revealed that this latest seizure will cause his character to question his life, adding: "Dex hates the fact that he has this problem. It makes him question everything - how can he be a nurse when he could have a seizure at any minute? It's a big scare."

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Witherspoon embarrassed over arrest

Actress Reese Witherspoon has issued a statement saying she is "deeply embarrassed" after she was picked up for disorderly conduct when police stopped her husband after his car was seen driving erratically.

The incident occurred on Friday night in Atlanta. Jim Toth was later charged with driving under the influence and for not staying in the lane, says The Hollywood Reporter.

TMZ said the actress was taken into custody after allegedly becoming upset and getting out of the car twice.

The actress issued a statement late yesterday saying "Out of respect for the ongoing legal situation, I cannot comment on everything that is being reported right now. But I do want to say, I clearly had one drink too many and I am deeply embarrassed about the things I said. It was definitely a scary situation and I was frightened for my husband, but that is no excuse. I was disrespectful to the officer who was just doing his job. I have nothing but respect for the police and I'm very sorry for my behavior."

The couple married in March 2011 and have a son. The actress is currently in Atlanta shooting the film, The Good Lie.

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Guy Pearce 'nervous' of Downey Jr.

Prometheus star Guy Pearce has said he was ''nervous'' about working with Robert Downey Jr.

The 45-year-old actor, who plays Aldrich Killian in Iron Man 3, explained that he was worried that his co-star would be difficult to work with.

Speaking to Sydney Morning Herald, Pearce said: ''I was a bit nervous that he might have been a bit of a firecracker and he was never going to listen to anything anyone said. I thought, 'Wow, this guy's a genius, he's not even going to notice I'm there.' But it was the complete opposite.

''And it's not like he's sold out and he's playing some schlocky superhero and he's doing it badly. He's brought this incredible skill to a role that somebody else might be bland with.''

Iron Man 3 hits cinemas on April 26.

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Will.i.am impressed by Daft Punk comeback

The Voice UK coach will.i.am has admitted that he is really impressed with Daft Punk's comeback single as it reminds him of the late Michael Jackson.

The 38-year-old Scream & Shout singer was one of the producers who worked with the Thriller star before his passing in 2009, and will.i.am born William Adams, said he can see Michael's influence on Daft Punk's new single.

Speaking to KISS FM, will.i,am said: ''I like the song. That song is classic Daft Punk and I'm glad, I like the font they used [on the cover], it's very Thriller Michael Jackson. It sounds like Michael Jackson's Off The Wall and Thriller stuff.''

He also said he likes the way the French dance duo - Thomas Bangalter and Guy Manuel de Homem-Christo - have included more human elements on their fourth album Random Access Memories.

He added: ''Its dance tunes, but they are very soulful. For the robots to get down with the humans, that's pretty cool. The fact they are collaborating with humans that's pretty fresh. I like robots.''

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Corrie's Karl set to strike again?

Coronation Street fans have been told that arsonist Karl Munro (John Michie) could have a new victim in the soap next month.

Warning: spoiler alert!

Radio Times reports that when Karl puts pressure on Stella (Michelle Collins) to marry him, Stella's daughter Leanne (Jane Danson) warns her about accepting the proposal - in front of Karl.

Later, Karl confronts Leanne in the street and warns her that crossing him would be a terrible mistake.

The episode will air on Wednesday May 1.

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Simon Cowell to make animated movie

Music mogul Simon Cowell has revealed plans to make and star in an animated movie.

The 53-year-old Syco boss has sold a feature-length script to a studio.

Speaking to the Daily Star newspaper, Cowell said: "I have an animation movie I have just sold. It's my concept. It's an idea I had 10 years ago and the first studio I've gone to wants it.

"Making an animation is something I've always, always, wanted to do because I love cartoons. We only did the deal a few weeks ago so I'm not allowed to say any more.

"I am definitely looking to make more movies. We've already started with the Paul Potts [Britain's Got Talent winner] film and One Direction movie but expect more."

The X-Factor star recently admitted that he wants to win an Oscar for producing or screenwriting.

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Evil Dead star relives machete mind-blank

Having joked that her experience working with director Fede Alvarez on Evil Dead was "four months of him just torturing me", actress Jane Levy has been explaining to RTÉ TEN just how exhausted she became in bringing the blood and guts shocker to the big screen.

In the reboot of the classic 1981 Sam Raimi horror, Levy gives a standout performance as Mia and went through mayhem, muck, midnight shoots and much, much more to make Alvarez's film as scary as possible.

You have to say she scrubs up well after a hard night's filming!

The Suburgatory star said of the experience: "By the end I was so tired... I remember during the scene in the shed when the machetes are going through, I was so out of it that at one point there was a take where the machete went right across my face and there was no reaction from me!

"I didn't even see it! I don't even know where my brain was at that point! They [the crew] were like, 'Jane? A machete almost hit you in the face and you didn't even react!'"

You can watch Jane Levy's interview with RTÉ TEN's Harry Guerin, and read his review of the movie, by clicking the links on your left.

As to her family's reaction to the finished film, Levy said: "My dad said it was the best movie ever, which makes no sense - he just loves me! I mean, it could be the best movie ever, but coming from him I doubt that this would be a movie that he would actually go see! I was really proud of my mom; she sat through the whole thing!"

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EastEnders seal it with a kiss – see the pics

Love is in the air in Albert Square next month, as two EastEnders characters finally get around to what has been on the cards for so long.

Warning: spoiler alert!

With the chemistry between the two undeniable, Carol (Lindsey Coulson) asks Masood (Nitin Ganatra) out for a drink in the Queen Vic.

However, when they arrive they realise they have become the subject of gossip and decide to go somewhere quieter.

At the end of the evening they arrange another date and part with a kiss.

The episode will air on BBC One and RTÉ One on Friday May 3.

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Julie Bowen envies Sofía Vergara

Modern Family star Julie Bowen has said that she envies her co-star Sofía Vergara because she is so comfortable in her own skin.

The 43-year-old actress explained that she is jealous of her co-star's femininity, and admits she feels like a tomboy next to the Latina star.

Speaking to Stylist magazine, Bowen said: ''Sofía is just so comfortable with herself. She knows who she is and she has accepted it full [sic].

''I've always felt like I've straddled this line between being a tomboy and I guess if you dress me up just right and put on the right bra I can sort of look girly, but I always feel like I'm playing dress up.

''Sofía's one of the first women I've spent a lot of time with who's just so female and so completely at ease with herself and the power that comes with that and the money she's made with it.''

Modern Family star Julie Bowen has said that she envies her co-star Sofía Vergara

Bowen revealed that she was upset when she won Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series at the Prime Time Emmy Awards in 2012 and Vergara didn't.

She said: ''When I won the Emmy the first year [2011], I came over to her and was about to cry because I thought she should have it and she said, 'Now you listen to me, you do not apologise for this, this is yours, you take it. Next year it's mine, but now it's yours'. I love that person.''

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Kylie Minogue "very much in love"

All the Lovers singer Kylie Minogue is said to be ''very much in love'' with partner Andrés Velencoso, according to a friend.

The 44-year-old star has been with the Spanish model for almost five years, and her actor and comic friend Mathew Horne even thinks that they will have a family together.

Speaking to HELLO! magazine, Horne said: ''He would totally emasculate me due to his height and exceptional good looks. I've heard he's lovely.

''They are very much in love. I think she wants to [have children]. Andrés is obviously the guy for her. I don't think it's a secret that she would like children.''

Horne and Minogue both star together in Hey Diddly Dee, which is part of Sky Arts' second series of Playhouse Presents original drama, and Horne revealed he encouraged the singer to sign up.

He said: ''The guys at Sky actually got me to approach her because we've known each other a long time and she listens to me. I think she trusts my judgement about what's worth doing.''

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"Fresh blood" expected in Emmerdale

Emmerdale star Natalie J Robb has said that fans of the soap should expect plenty of new faces in the coming months.

In an interview on ITV's Lorraine on Friday April 19, Robb, who plays Moira Barton, said: "We've got a new producer now, Kate Oates, who's on board with us.

"She's a very young producer and she's going to bring a lot of fresh blood, I think, to the series. Hopefully they'll be coming into it soon.

"There's [also] a lot of stories that are going to come up with Adam [son, played by Adam Thomas] and Cain [love interest, played by Jeff Hordley], and that rivalry between them.

"Obviously, Moira's husband John died, and Adam doesn't want anyone stepping into his shoes."

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Love/Hate duo making film together

Love/Hate stars Charlie Murphy (Siobhán) and Killian Scott (Tommy) are to work together on a new Northern Ireland-set thriller called 71.

Murphy told Ryan Tubridy on Friday's Late Late Show on RTÉ One that she begins filming on 71 in Sheffield next week. Watch the interview here.

IFTN reports that 71 tells the story of a British soldier who is accidentally abandoned by his unit following a riot in Belfast in 1971 and must survive the night by himself.

The cast of the film also includes Richard Dormer, Sean Harris, Martin McCann, Jack O'Connell and David Wilmot.

The film marks the feature directing debut of BAFTA-winning television director Yann Demange (Criminal Justice, Secret Diary of a Call Girl) and was written by playwright Gregory Burke.

When asked by Tubridy about working with on-screen Love/Hate partner Scott once again, Murphy said: "We cannot get away from each other! We actually worked on Singled-Handed together [too]. He played my pimp... Very colourful past!"

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Keegan is leaving Coronation Street

Coronation Street star Michelle Keegan will be leaving the ITV soap next year.

In a statement, Keegan, who plays Tina McIntyre, said: "I have had the most amazing six years at Coronation Street and it was such a difficult decision to leave. But I felt it was the right time for me to make the next step in my career.

"I will miss Tina and will always be grateful to ITV and Coronation Street for giving me such an amazing role to play for my first ever acting job.

"Most of all I will miss the amazing people who work on the show, my acting colleagues, cast, crew, producers and writing team. I have met people who I know will be friends for life.

"I am very excited about what the coming months hold for Tina and what the future has in store for me."

The soap's producer, Stuart Blackburn, said: "There is more than a year of drama to come for Tina McIntyre before we bid farewell to Michelle and plans are already being made for what will be a powerful and gripping story.

"We will be sorry to see Michelle go but wish her every success for the future."

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€200,000 investment on Dragons' Den

On Dragons' Den on RTÉ One on Sunday, April 21 at 9:30pm, viewers will see the highest single investment on the show to date, €200,000, with the series also hitting the €1m mark for investments made.

Warning: spoiler alert!

Simon Stenson from Castlebar, Co Mayo started his Cherry Blossom Bakery in the kitchen of his parents' pub after losing his job in construction and now employs his former colleagues.

But he needs investment to take the business to the next level - enter one Dragon with €200,000.

Sunday night's show also sees an app, an invention and a GAA-themed product come under the Dragons' scrutiny.

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Jonas Brothers open up on reunion

The Jonas Brothers - siblings Nick, Joe and Kevin - have opened up about their reunion, insisting that their comeback was a "collective decision".

The band, who took a two-and-a-half-year hiatus, explained that it's like they never left the music industry.

Speaking to MTV, Joe Jonas said: "It feels really nice. It's kind of like we never left. We spend a lot of time together, even when we're not doing music, but finally making music together is great and we are very happy that people are actually showing up to concerts and listening to the music yet again."

Meanwhile, Nick Jonas, the youngest member of the band, revealed that the trio made a mutual decision to get back together: "I think it was a collective decision. We came to a place where we had sort of done our individual projects, and it felt like we were in a place where we were ready to create again and come back with some different inspirations.

"And we knew it was important to make this different from our previous releases and step outside of our comfort zone and really make this our best record yet. We worked hard and we took our time with it too. And we're very proud of the result and excited for fans to hear the rest of the record besides [single] Pom Poms."

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Bieber and Gomez reunite in Norway - report

Beauty and the Beat singer Justin Bieber, and his on-and-off-again girlfriend Selena Gomez, have reunited in Norway, according to reports.

The celebrity couple split late last year, but rumours that the pair had rekindled their romance surfaced last month, when 'The Biebs' paid a visit to Gomez's Los Angeles home during a break from his European Believe tour.

Spring Breakers star Gomez has now fuelled the gossip by travelling to Oslo to support Bieber, who performed in the city on Thursday.

Speaking to People.com, a source revealed that the pair were looking very cosy, saying: "They were holding hands, hugging and they kissed on the lips. They looked really in love, like no fights ever happened before. It definitely looked like they were back together."

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Peter Beale to return to Eastenders

It has been announced that the character of Peter Beale will be returning to Eastenders with a new actor set to take on the part.

The character will return to Albert Square in July when he will be played by newcomer Ben Hardy.

Hardy said "I'm really excited to be joining the fantastic cast of EastEnders - a show which my family have watched for years. I can't wait to step into the shoes of a character with so much history and am looking forward to getting stuck in."

Peter Beale previously left Eastenders in December 2010 when the character went to Devon to live with his grandmother. He was played by Thomas Law. Peter will be reunited by his twin sister Lucy with his Walford return.

EastEnders' executive producer Lorraine Newman said: "Ben's a wonderful addition to the EastEnders cast and I am sure he will be popular with the audience. Having Peter back in the Beale fold helps cement the next generation of the Beale clan, a family who exist at the true heart of the show."

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Dexter to end after eighth season

It's been confirmed that Showtime drama Dexter will end after its eighth season.

The news was revealed on the network's Facebook page along with a brand new sneak peek of the final run of episodes.

Lead star Michael C Hall previously suggested that Dexter may not receive such a happy ending. "I imagine Dexter is going to get caught one way or the other," he said.

"And by that I mean, can we really expect him, at this point, to walk into the sunset? Or get off without a blemish on his conscience or character?"

Actors signed up to appear in the final season include Bethany Joy Lenz (One Tree Hill), Nick Gomez (The Walking Dead), and veteran English actress Charlotte Rampling.

The eighth season is due to premiere on June 30 on Showtime in the US, while season seven is currently airing on UK satellite channel FOX on Sundays.

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Tiffany ball draws stylish crowd

A host of stylish stars attended the Tiffany & Co Blue Book Ball in New York on Thursday night.

Gwyneth Paltrow missed the Iron Man 3 premiere in London in favour of the event, which attracted a glamorous crowd.

Paltrow chose a figure-hugging gunmetal blue silk dress by Ralph Lauren which featured long, draped sleeves and a dipped back.

The actress wore her platinum blonde locks straight and loose, while a gorgeous Tiffany cuff finished off the look.

She posed with fellow actress Kate Hudson who chose a seagreen strapless Reem Acra dress which featured a sweetheart neckline and bustling at the waist.

Alive Eve went for a fuchsia evening gown while model Poppy Delevingne eschewed a long dress in favour of a Dolce & Gabbana mini.

Sarah Jessica Parker was typically well turned out in a vintage Vicky Tiel dress, Yoejin Bae jacket, Manolo Blahnik shoes, and a Tiffany & Co. bag and jewellery.

Meanwhile, Michelle Williams went for a minimal and modern look in a Katie Ermilio navy sleeveless frock, which featured exaggerated pointy hips. She went for barely-there makeup which further added to her chic ensemble.

Jessica Biel stunned in a subtle floral halterneck gown by Elie Saab, wearing her honey locks in loose waves.

Carey Mulligan chose a Victoria Beckham suit for the event, featuring a cape-jacket and fitted black trousers.

Model Hilary Rhoda wore a flattering black embellished evening gown with a daring cut-out at the chest and a fishtail skirt.

Hudson and Eve pose together for photographers

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