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Page with video: Syria Peace Plan Deadline For Assad Expires

The deadline given to President Assad by the Free Syrian Army to comply with the UN's peace plan has expired, with the UN rights chief warning of a full civil war.
Page with video: Jubilee Celebrations Start Off With A Bang

A 21-gun salute by a Royal Navy warship at Portsmouth Naval Base has triggered the start of an action-packed weekend of celebrations to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.

Rihanna Shoots Cameo In Seth Rogen's New Comedy The End Of The World

The 'Where Have You Been' singer joined actress Emma Watson on the film set this week.
Lady Gaga Pays Tribute To Marilyn Monroe On Hollywood Star's Birthday

The 'Marry The Night' singer has posted a picture of herself dressed up like the late acting icon.
Will.i.am Thanks Cheryl Cole For Supporting Tyler James Ahead Of The Voice UK Finale

The 'Call My Name' star says she will be "rooting" for Tyler at the final of the BBC One talent show.
Olly Murs Thanks One Direction For US Tour Support Slot: "I'm Loving It!"

The 'Heart Skips A Beat' singer is heading to the US to continue touring with the band.

Page with video: Ridley Scott Returns To Sci-Fi After 30 Years

Ridley Scott has told Sky News that his first science fiction film in 30 years has "truth, originality and strength" - despite the Prometheus movie getting mixed reviews.
Page with video: Director Ridley Scott Revisits Alien Roots

Ridley Scott's latest film, Prometheus, is the director's return to the sci-fi genre after 30 years and his offering has spent much of its pre-release days sitting firmly in the shadows of its icon
Home Where Amy Winehouse Died Up For Sale

The London home where Amy Winehouse lived and died has been put up for sale by her family for £2.7m.
Page with video: Plan B: 'I Want First Film To Shock People'

Plan B has always used music to get his message across, now he has written and directed his first movie, which he hopes does the same.

Bolt Back To His Best

A week after recording the lowest time in his career, Usain Bolt has stormed back to form.
Injured Lampard Out Of Euro 2012

Frank Lampard is out of England's Euro 2012 campaign with a thigh injury, with Liverpool's Jordan Henderson called up to replace him.
Pietersen Quits England Limited Over Cricket

Batsman Kevin Pietersen has dealt England a major blow by retiring from all forms of international limited over cricket.
Page with video: Neville: No England WAGS chaos At Euro 2012

Gary Neville has promised that there will be no repeat of the tabloid-friendly behaviour of the wives and girlfriends of England players during Euro 2012.

Page with video: 'Severed Limbs' Porn Star 'Flees To France'

Police believe the porn actor wanted in Canada after a human hand was found in the post and a foot sent to a political party may have already fled to France.
Page with video: Moment Of Impact: Footage Captures China Crash

Dramatic footage has been released showing a car crashing into a motorcycle, sending its five passengers toppling to the ground in eastern China.
Page with video: 'Psychic' Ferret To Predict Euro 2012 Results

Euro 2012 organisers in Ukraine have introduced their answer to Germany's Paul the octopus - Fred the 'psychic' ferret.
Wild Dolphin Attacks Swimmers In US Town

A wild dolphin has reportedly been attacking swimmers and boaters in a US town.