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Denise Richards fears for her daughters

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An insider has told how Denise Richards’ two daughters “are still very much in the dark” about their father Charlie Sheen’s latest run-in with the law.

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Last week Sheen was found in the company of an adult film star in a trashed hotel suite, naked and intoxicated.

“Denise knows the girls are going to go through hell when they get old enough to understand all the ugliness,” the unnamed source told Us Weekly, and she has not opened up to the girls about their father’s indiscretions and unlawful incidents.

Richards has also chosen not to tell her daughters about Sheen’s Christmas Day brain explosion where he allegedly threatened estranged wife Brooke Mueller with a knife and told her, “If you ever tell anybody, I’ll kill you.”

Six-year-old Sam and five-year-old Lola are reportedly “a little afraid” of Charlie and stuck close to their mother’s side at a family outing to a performance of Mary Poppins.

The girls followed their mother to the bathroom, the magazine was told.

Your say: When do you think Denise Richards should tell her daughters about their father’s past? Share your thoughts below.

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Oprah announces second Sydney show

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Talk show queen Oprah Winfrey has announced a second Australia show to be filmed at Sydney’s Opera House following a huge demand for tickets.

The announcement that two shows will be filmed on December 14 comes after government documents revealed a huge response to her initial show at the landmark’s forecourt, News Ltd report.

Those who had pre-registered for tickets received an email today stating that ticket requests will be open from Friday, November 5, at 10am until Sunday, November 7, at 3pm.

The ticket requests will be available at www.oprah.com with ticket winners being chosen at random.

It has been rumoured that Oprah will also record a show at an undisclosed Australian Outback location.

Oprah’s Ultimate Australian Adventure begins next month when she visits along with 300 audience members from the US.

Oprah announced her visit to Australia in September as part of her final season after 25 years.

The Sydney show was secretly negotiated with the NSW state government and Tourism Australia.

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Processed meat, chips and soft drinks linked to ADHD

Around one in 20 children experience ADHD. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, generally known as ADHD, is the most commonly diagnosed mental health disorder in children. Children with ADHD can show symptoms such as inattention, impulsive behaviour and hyperactivity.

Although the condition is often detected in children, ADHD often persists through to adolescence and into adulthood. Many scientific studies have shown a link between ADHD and food additives or nutrients, but until now, there hasn’t been through research on whole dietary patterns and ADHD.

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In a recent Australian study, researchers looked at the diets of almost 1800 adolescents to see whether there were any links between ADHD in children who ate a “healthy” diet compared to those who ate a typical “Western” diet.

The “healthy” diet was high in omega-3, fibre and folate and low in saturated fat and sugar. People consuming this pattern had high intakes of fruit, vegetables, legumes and whole grains.

The Western dietary pattern was high in fat, saturated fat, refined sugar and salt. This pattern included foods such as processed meats, confectionary, takeaway foods, chips and soft drinks.

When comparing the two styles of eating, it was found that the Western diet was linked with ADHD. Teenagers consuming the high-energy, highly processed foods were more than twice as likely to have ADHD compared to people eating wholesome foods.

There are a number of reasons the Western diet was shown to be linked with ADHD. A higher intake of food additives, lower levels of omega-3 fats, or lower intakes of vitamins and minerals important for brain functioning are just a few. Although more studies on this subject are needed, this still gives another reason to aim for an eating style rich in nutritious whole foods including plenty of fruits, vegetables, wholegrains, legumes, nuts and seeds.

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Kylie Minogue on strict water diet?

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In a bid to finally crack the US market Kylie Minogue has subjected herself to a harsh diet regime, the UK’s Daily Mail has reported.

The paper says a source close to the star has revealed that her new super-slim figure is down to her “water diet”, which has helped the already trim star drop a dress size in preparation for her TV appearances in the US.

The diet involves drinking just water flavoured with freshly squeezed lemon or lime and only eating one small low-kilojoule meal a day.

“When she wants a treat she freezes the citrus water into ice cubes so it feels like she’s eating a healthy ice lolly,” the unnamed source said.

The source also said that “she wasn’t overweight” to begin with but says Kylie will take drastic measures “whenever she’s due to give a high-profile performance or has a photo shoot”.

Kylie has since taken to Twitter denying the report and that she is on any such diet. “OMG……. media reports that I am on a water diet are not only untrue but irresponsible. No, no, NO!!!!!!” she tweeted.

Her US appearances included Dancing with the Stars and the Tonight Show with Jay Leno. Following that she flew to Paris to debut her new single and next week will appear on the UK’s X Factor alongside sister Dannii.

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Celebrity baby bumps!

With a host of celebrities expecting the pitter-patter of little feet it’s not hard to tell that spring is in the air.

From those who have just announced their pregnancy, such as Mariah Carey, through to the celebrity mums who are about to pop, such as Kelly Preston, these celebrities all have a bump that is becoming hard to hide.

Take a look at these celebrity baby bumps of 2010 as these A-listers prepare to welcome their bundles of joy.

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Antonia Kidman

Mariah Carey

Miranda Kerr

Toni Collette

Princess Mary

Kelly Preston

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Jamiroquai labels Dannii Minogue and Cheryl Cole “useless”

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It seems the Osbourne’s aren’t the only ones who have a problem with Dannii Minogue.

Jamiroquai’ frontman Jay Kay also has a problem with the 39-year-old singer and Cheryl Cole after he called the pair “useless” before he performed on X Factor in the UK on the weekend.

Before appearing on the show, the 40-year-old singer did an interview with the UK’s Sun newspaper where he made foulmouthed insults against the X Factor judges.

“What the f—? When have you ever done anything? You’re useless. The pair of you,” he said.

“I just don’t like the w— stuff I have to do. F—ing X Factor and that.”

The 40-year-old probably should have thought his comments through well before performing his new single, ‘White Knuckle Ride’, on the X Factor stage in front of the pair.

Dannii and Cheryl, who clearly weren’t impressed, spoke to each other during his set and refused to applaud the performance afterwards.

Following his set, Jay was interviewed by X Factor host Dermot O’Leary. “Everybody’s been charming,” he said. “It’s been wonderful.”

When asked if he had met any of the judges before he replied, “Well, I’ve met two of them.”

At which point Dannii and Cheryl exchanged icy glances before mouthing words to each other.

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Catriona Rowntree: I’m pregnant!

Catriona Rowntree: We make cute babies!

It’s a case of “Why stop at one?” for Catriona Rowntree and hubby James Pettit. The TV presenter chats to Lucy Chesterton about baby No. 2.

As she curls up on a couch to chat about her second pregnancy, Catriona Rowntree subconsciously rubs her tummy. Looking down suddenly, the exuberant TV presenter breaks into a grin before laughing heartily at herself and admitting that, even after 22 weeks of pregnancy, she’s still getting used to her compact bump.

“So far, what’s happening to my body has been the opposite of all the old wives’ tales about a second pregnancy!” she says, stretching and readjusting her position in the warm sun streaming through the window.

“I was told ‘You will show earlier’, ‘You will be bigger’, and ‘Your appetite will skyrocket the second time around’. “But it hasn’t been that way for me at all. I’m still worried people look at my tummy and just think it’s too much spaghetti bolognaise!”

For Catriona, the decision to have a second child with devoted husband and “country boy” James Pettit, 39, was a conscious one. Their son, Andrew John Rowntree Pettit, was born in August last year but Catriona, also 39, knew she didn’t want to risk delaying another baby.

“I’m in my late thirties so I didn’t want to muck around,” Catriona says firmly. “I don’t want to be pregnant for the next seven years, and while that baby changing table is out, we may as well put it to good use!”

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Cameron Daddo and Ed O’Neill: We’re best mates!

Cameron Daddo and Ed O’Neill: We're best mates!

Just 12 months ago, Cameron Daddo was jobless and broke … then he met the Modern Family star.

Aussie actor Cameron Daddo can thank his 10-year-old son River for helping get his Hollywood career back on track, after he faced losing his home when the work dried up.

It was through River’s friendship with actor Ed O’Neill’s daughter Sophia, 11, that Cam met the Modern Family star at the lowest point of his professional life – and generous Ed stepped in with solid advice and the hand of friendship.

“Our kids just really hit it off,” explains Cam, 45, in an exclusive interview with Woman’s Day at Ed’s Santa Monica home. Sophia and River have attended the same Los Angeles school for the past five years, but it wasn’t until they both enrolled in circus classes last year that their dads got together.

“You can never really dictate who your kids choose as friends. You can only hope they’ll pick kids whose parents you’ll also enjoy spending time with, because you’ll be seeing a lot of those people!” laughs Ed.

“While our children learned the trapeze, did acrobatics and walked on stilts, Ed and I shared stories about our lives and work,” Cam says. “I found Ed to be such a kind, loyal and supportive bloke. It’s been a challenge finding work here, and Ed, bless him, took my headshot into Modern Family and sang my praises. Maybe, in some way, Ed’s faith in me has changed my luck.”

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Ange’s Aussie adventure (well it looks like her!)

Ange's Aussie adventure (well it looks like her!)

Imagine being Angelina Jolie, the most famous woman in the world, with an army of photographers following your every move. Lina, an amazing look-alike, knows exactly how it feels.

“Is that her? I think it is … she has the tatts. Wow, it is Angelina Jolie. Let’s see if we can get a photo. Angelina, Angelina. Over here. Can we get a photo with you? I love you. Please, just one shot.” That was the reaction from one fan, who spotted Angelina, her bodyguard and a small entourage arriving at swank Sydney eatery Cafe Sydney for a candlelit dinner last week.

From there it just got more bizarre. Heads turned, well-heeled diners whispered and pointed, and a small army of waiters circled our table attentively, making sure Angelina’s every desire was fulfilled as she held court on the harbour view terrace.

Waiters wearing headpieces kept a respectful eye on their VIP guest, only breaking with protocol to request she sign the guest book as she swept out with her burly bodyguard.

If only they knew it wasn’t Angelina but her incredible look-alike, Spanish actress Lina Sands, who kept popping up around the city in what seemed like a secret Angelina visit Down Under.

“That’s Angelina Jolie!” screamed a young woman when Lina arrived at Cafe Sydney in a limousine. OK, we did pull up at the rear entrance to avoid any attention – just like any big star would do – but still it was an-over-the- top reaction, made even more surprising because a pit stop at nearby Opera Bar provoked a much more subdued response.

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Suzi Wilks pregnant: I feel very blessed!

Suzi Wilks pregnant: I feel very blessed!

The TV favourite and her new husband Nick wasted no time starting a family after their whirlwind romance. Now they can’t wait to have more.

It’s a gorgeous day as Suzie Wilks and her husband Nick O’Halloran sit in their magnificent Melbourne home – spring is here after a long winter. But for Suzie, the sun hasn’t stopped shining since she met Nick 18 months ago.

And life for the popular TV presenter is soon to get even brighter. At 40, and just weeks after her picture-perfect marriage, Suzie is already expecting her first child. Never having doubted her desire to be a mum, the beautiful, successful former host of Seven prime time TV shows, including Changing Rooms and Our House, can’t stop smiling.

“It might seem like Nick and I are still in the honeymoon stage, but we’re also in the practical stage now, because we have to be,” she says. “We’re very blessed and the time feels so right. I love my tummy – I’m so proud of it.”

Touching her rapidly growing baby bump, more than four months-pregnant Suzie – who has escaped morning sickness, instead craving dark chocolate at all hours – radiates health and happiness. However, the glamorous star is keen to set one thing straight.

“I feel incredibly fortunate,” she reflects, “and I want to support all the women out there for whom, as they get older, people can start to plant seeds of doubt in their heads about getting pregnant.

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