Wednesday, 9 July 2008 @ 01:00
How the Google generation thinks differently
My elder son Oli is almost 15 and way beyond the stage where I might usefully help with his homework. But in the run-up to his recent end-of-year exams, I felt compelled to take a hovering interest in his revision. This chiefly involved loitering on the landing and popping into his room at frequent intervals laden with the laundered contents of his sock drawer.
Tuesday, 8 July 2008 @ 18:53
BBC defends executive pay rises
The BBC defends pay rises of up to £107,000 for executive directors saying it must offer competitive salaries for top jobs.
Tuesday, 8 July 2008 @ 18:17
Theatre too expensive, says Tate
Comic and Doctor Who star Catherine Tate says "exclusive" ticket prices are making London's West End theatre elitist.
Tuesday, 8 July 2008 @ 12:26
Music festival admits cash chaos
Organisers of the heavily criticised Zoo8 music festival apologise and admit they ran out of money to pay some bands.
Tuesday, 8 July 2008 @ 11:45
Drew Barrymore's heartbreak
Drew Barrymore and Justin Long have split up.
Tuesday, 8 July 2008 @ 06:00
Mel B's children wish
Mel B "definitely" wants children with husband Stephen Belafonte.
Tuesday, 8 July 2008 @ 06:00
George Clooney's eco-embarrassment
George Clooney is embarrassed by his eco-friendly car.
Tuesday, 8 July 2008 @ 06:00
Penny Lancaster's surgery sickness
Penny Lancaster says cosmetic surgery makes her feel sick.
Monday, 7 July 2008 @ 22:55
Nicole Kidman celebrates Sunday's birth
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Oscar-winner Nicole Kidman gave birth on Monday to her first biological child, a daughter named Sunday fathered by her husband and country music star Keith Urban.