Barbara Walters’ most iconic interviews
TV legend Barbara Walter has been a fixture of American television for more than 60 years, and she has just announced her plans to hang up the mic next year.
Why have school playgrounds become fun-free zones?
Last week a little boy in America was suspended from school for allegedly pointing a pencil at other students and making gun noises. He is seven years old. I remember my mum banning gun and sword toys in our house: my little brother would duly create a weapon out of sticks, or Lego pieces. He […]
Exploring Northern Spain
Every year, millions of sun seekers flock to Spain, but if you’re after more than sand, happy hours and overpriced tourist fares, a pocket of the real Spain still exists in the north.
Newlyweds with mental disabilities fight for right to live together
When Paul Forziano and Hava Samuels began planning their wedding three years ago, they envisaged beginning married life like any other couple — together. Instead, the newlyweds who both have mental disabilities, have found themselves embroiled in a legal battle fighting for the right to live together as a married couple after their respective care […]
Prince Harry joins Michelle Obama for Mothers’ Day
Prince Harry is used to a rock star welcome when he travels around the world, and adoring fans know the drill as well. Hundreds of women crowded in Washington DC, jostling to get closest to Britain’s most eligible bachelor as he touched down in the US for his week-long tour. But screaming teens and excited […]
Prince Harry’s a hit in the US
Prince Harry has kicked off his nine-day tour of the US with a visit to Capitol Hill and a charity event hosted by first lady Michelle Obama. His Capitol Hill appearance sparked screams from 500 fans and staffers who were keen to catch a glimpse of royalty. “’I’m sure it’s not the first time he […]
Helena Bonham Carter’s most out-there outfits
Whether she's frocked up for a red carpet do or popping down to the shops in her many layers of casual clothes Helena Bonham Carter's style is always eye-catching.
Male engagement rings now ‘very popular’ in Australia
A quick browse through any online jewellery store reveals a surprising social trend — men are now, apparently, wearing engagement rings too. If the sales pitch is to be believed, the days when diamond sparklers were presented only to betrothed women are well and truly over. The modern Australian man now wears one too. “Men’s […]
Diamond Queen: Monarch dazzles in two crowns
Queen Elizabeth showed off not one but two of her most spectacular crowns at the State Opening of Parliament in London yesterday. The 87-year-old monarch arrived by carriage in the stunning George VI State Diadem, which is studded with 1333 diamonds and 169 pearls. Once she arrived at the Houses of Parliaments, she changed into […]
Who wore it better Kim K or Robin Williams?
The floral Givenchy gown Kim Kardashian wore to the Met Gala has attracted a lot of attention – but for all the wrong reasons. Funnyman Robin Williams is even getting in on the joke, comparing her dress to the one he wore in hit 1993 movie Mrs Doubtfire. The 61-year-old comedian recently tweeted a picture […]