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Affleck directs and stars in thriller set during 1979 Iran hostage crisis and based on real events.

Lead singer of punk band Against Me! reveals plans to become a woman in Rolling Stone interview.

If Aishwarya Rai Bachchan had accepted the role, she would be starring opposite Hollywood actor Brad Pitt.

Artworks by Gerhard Richter, Jackson Pollock, Yves Klein and Alexander Calder also smash Christie's auction records.

In memory of Marilyn Monroe's famous pose from The Seven-Year Itch, a 26-foot high statue of her was erected near Chicago's Tribune Tower. Now it moves to California.

The names chosen by the celebrities for their children become the trend for the crowd to follow. As long as the parent is a celebrity, it follows suit for the baby as well.From Ivy Blue to Aaradhya Bachchan to Flynn Bloom, let us take a look at the top five celebrity baby names.

Also featured are Elizabeth Olsen as the Sexiest Up and Coming Knockout, Jessica Chastain for the Sexiest Smile and Diane Kruger as the Sexiest International Import.

Artwork drawn in blood by late Amy Winehouse and Libertines musician Pete Doherty goes on sale.

Transgender model Jackie Green is in the running to win Miss England

Mentor Jessie J could be for the chop for criticising show as ratings plummet

Reality star Kim Kardashian and her rapper beau Kanye West are reportedly ready to pick out rings

Met Gala 2012 Best Dressed: Sofia Vergara, Karolina Kurkova, Paula Patton and Emily Blunt, Who Wowed the Crowds? [SLIDESHOW]

It was a big night and all the stars wanted to look their best. The celebrities at the event wore a mix of gorgeous gowns, glittering dresses... some were glamorous and some, unfortunately were not.

Mentor Jessie J could be for the chop for criticising show as ratings plummet.

They're said to a girl's best friend. Diamonds, of course! And if you've got a spare $12 million knocking around, then this little baby could be your best friend too.

Unnamed masseur claims Face Off star was aroused during massage and touched therapist's penis.

The stars of the film Men in Black: 3 attended a news conference in Seoul to promote the third installment of the popular sci-fi/alien franchise.

RnB princess Rihanna follows in the footsteps of Megan Fox and former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham.

A tea cup and saucer, once used by singer Lady Gaga, has been auctioned for a huge amount of £46,000 in Japan.The cup is of Narumi-brand and Lady Gaga pledged to sell it to support relief efforts. Apparently, at that time, Lady Gaga had told reporters that the cup would be auctioned in the charity event. The blue, white and gold cup hasn't been washed since the pop star drank from it.

Southern Plains Indian Warrior by sells for more than three times the pre-sale estimate.

When Sam Dempster went jogging on the morning of 7 May, little did he know it could be his last such act were it not for a certain Hollywood star called Dustin Hoffman.

Architects Irek Glowacki and Marek Rozhanski build house from the roof up.

A boat crafted from the wooden fragments donated by people from across the South East including Mary Rose, Jimi Hendrix's Guitar will hit the seas this summer following its launch on 7 May, 2012.

Prince Harry receives award in recognition of his charitable and humanitarian work supporting servicemen and women.

Blue Ivy Carter has considerable fan following, even at so young an age. It isn't therefore a surprise if Jay-Z feels she might end up being a spoilt little brat.

A portrait painted from the blood of British musician and artist, Pete Doherty and late singer Amy Winehouse is set to fetch a staggering £80,000 at an upcoming auction.

The "Batman" will celebrate his 51st birthday and continues to charms the world with grace.

The collection includes ballgowns worn by Sandra Bullock, Daphne Guinness and Elizabeth Hurley.

IBTimes UK rounds up the five best British sitcoms of all time