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The Rock's 'Win A Divorce' prank backfires
The Rock's 'Win A Divorce' prank backfired this evening, after a lesbian couple turned the tables on the radio station.
Sam Neill's humour 'sooo sneaky' according to McAdams
Kiwi movie-goers have at least been getting into the Valentines spirit, flocking to romance The Vow and taking it to a resounding number one at the local Box Office.
Authorities say Houston was underwater in tub
Whitney Houston's life was a doleful cover of other addiction-riddled pop stars who put their talent and themselves at risk.
Full The Vow interview with Tatum & McAdams
Kate Rodgeras full interview with Channing Tatum and Rachel McAdams about romantic film The Vow.
Nicki Minaj explains her Grammy performance
Nicki Minaj has spoken out to defend her bizarre performance art show at the Grammy Awards.
Someone forgot to tell Nicki Manaj to tone it down
With the news of Whitney Houstonas untimely death just hours old, the 54th Grammys were always going to need delicate handling.
Adele dominates 2012 Grammy Awards
Adele, who captured the world's heart with an album about a broken romance, emerged as the top winner at today's Grammy Awards.
VIDEO: Deadmau5, Chris Brown, David Guetta, Lil Wayne, Foo Fighters perform at 2012 Grammy Awards
For the first time in their history, the Grammy Awards have acknowledged modern dance music with a live performance during the award ceremony.
VIDEO: Jennifer Hudson sings Whitney Houston classic 'I Will Always Love You' at 2012 Grammy Awards
Grammy nightas most moving moment came as Jennifer Hudson - who has called Whitney Houston an inspiration and one of her biggest idols - emerged to sing one of the fallen staras signature songs, 'I Will Always Love You.'
VIDEO: Nicki Minaj's full bizarre Grammy performance
Grammy night's most bizarre performance came from Nicki Minaj as she debuted a new alter-ego called Roman during a strange performance art piece inspired by horror film The Exorcist.
Artists pay tribute to Whitney at the Grammys
Whitney Houston died at the very hotel where she had been due to perform and on the eve of the Grammys where, at her peak, she reigned as a six-time winner.
VIDEO: Bon Iver beat Nicki Minaj for Best New Artist at 2012 Grammy Awards
Bon Iver have taken home the award for Best New Artist at the televised portion of todayas Grammy Awards.
VIDEO: Adele wins Album of the Year at 2012 Grammy Awards
Adele, who captured the world's heart with an album about a broken romance, emerged as the top winner at today's Grammy Awards.
VIDEO: Lady Antebellum win Best Country Album at 2012 Grammy Awards
A year after dominating the event, country act Lady Antebellum have taken home the award for Best Country Album at the televised portion of todayas Grammy Awards.
VIDEO: Glen Campbell, The Band Perry and Blake Shelton team up at 2012 Grammy Awards
Country singer Glen Campbell has treated those watching todayas Grammys to an intimate performance.
VIDEO: Katy Perry debuts 'Part of Me' at 2012 Grammy Awards
Katy Perry has debuted new track aPart of Mea at the Grammy Awards, and the lyrics have prompted questions as to whether itas about her ex-husband Russell Brand.
VIDEO: Adele's Rolling in the Deep wins Song of the Year at 2012 Grammy Awards
With six awards, Adele has matched Beyonce for most Grammy wins in a night by a female act.
VIDEO: Sir Paul McCartney sings 'My Valentine' at 2012 Grammy Awards
Sir Paul McCartney has treated those watching todayas Grammys to an intimate performance.
VIDEO: Adele sings 'Rolling in the Deep' at 2012 Grammy Awards
Adele has made her triumphant return to the stage at todayas Grammys.
VIDEO: Rihanna and Coldplay sing 'We Found Love' and 'Paradise' at 2012 Grammy Awards
Rihanna and Coldplay have taken to the stage to perform their respective singles aWe Found Lovea and aParadisea at todayas Grammys.
VIDEO: Maroon 5, Foster the People and the Beach Boys perform classic hits at 2012 Grammy Awards
Three bands have taken to the stage to honour the Beach Boys at todayas Grammys.
VIDEO: Foo Fighters win Best Rock Performance at 2012 Grammys
The Foo Fighters have taken home the award for Best Rock Performance at the televised portion of todayas Grammy Awards.
VIDEO: Foo Fighters perform 'Walk' at 2012 Grammy Awards
The Foo Fighters have performed their single aWalka at todayas Grammys.
VIDEO: Chris Brown performs at 2012 Grammy Awards
Rapper/dancer Chris Brown has performed at today's Grammy Awards.
VIDEO: Adele wins Best Solo Pop Performance at 2012 Grammys
British singer Adele has taken home the first award at the televised portion of todayas Grammy Awards.
VIDEO: Jay-Z, Kanye West win Best Rap Performance at 2012 Grammys
American rappers Jay-Z and Kanye West have taken home the award for Best Rap Performance at the televised portion of todayas Grammy Awards.
VIDEO: Bruno Mars sings at 2012 Grammy Awards
Bruno Mars has performed at todayas Grammy Awards.
VIDEO: LL Cool J honours Whitney Houston at Grammys
LL Cool J, host of the 54th Grammy Awards, has paid a moving tribute to Whitney Houston at the ceremony today.
Whitney Houston's daughter hospitalised
Whitney Houston's daughter Bobbi Kristina has been hospitalised in Los Angeles, a day after her mother's death.
Whitney Houston's career mired by shadows
Whitney Houston's downfall was so long and sad that, in an impatient public's mind, it overshadowed her many accomplishments.
Whitney Houston's voice will never be forgotten
Whitney Houston's downfall was so long and sad that, in an impatient public's mind, it overshadowed her many accomplishments.
Kevin Smith wrapping up movie career
Love them or hate them, you can spot a Kevin Smith movie a mile away.
Jewellery with a twist at Wellington's photospace gallery
Bored with the traditional jewellery trade, jeweller Ted Noten began experimenting, but not with traditional materials.
Heather Mills gives evidence at Leveson Inquiry
Heather Mills, the ex-wife of Sir Paul McCartney, has appeared before the British inquiry into press standards.
Young Kiwi Jedi wins dream trip
Star Wars fans are legendary for their passion.
This Week at the Movies 09/02/2012
Kate Rodger is our resident movie expert and every Thursday morning she joins the Firstline team to preview that weekas new releases.
Wide scope of films looking to win at BAFTAs
This year's BAFTAs have the starriest line-up to date.
Hollywood effects legend still pushing boundaries
Douglas Trumbull is nearly 70, but the special effects whiz behind classics like 2001: A Space Odyssey says he's launching a new phase in his filmmaking career.
Heather Mills hits back at Piers Morgan
Heather Mills has hit back at CNN host Piers Morgan at the Leveson inquiry into press ethics in Britain.
Behind the fame, the fight and the fury
It has been the talk of the nation since last night; Sonny Bill Williams capturing the New Zealand heavyweight boxing title.
The Amazing Spider-Man trailer
Peter Parker is an outcast high schooler who was abandoned by his parents as a boy, leaving him to be raised by his Uncle Ben and Aunt May.
Short+Sweet dance section showcased for first time
The Short+Sweet play festival has been run here for a couple of years now but tonight saw the first edition of the dance section.
Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy talk about returning to the big screen in The Muppets
Watch out world, the Muppets are back and better than ever, so says porcine superstar Miss Piggy!
VIDEO: M.I.A. pulls finger to 114 million Super Bowl viewers
Less than a second stood between British singer M.I.A. giving the finger to 114 million people watching the Super Bowl halftime show and no one noticing at all.
Angelina is still a 'bad girl' - Brad Pitt
Angelina Jolieas abad girla side is not for apublic consumptiona, says Brad Pitt.
17 year old singer making debut at Grammys
A Milwaukee public school student is making a big debut at the Grammys.
Wellington gallery shows Japanese voyeuristic photography
In the early 1970s a Japanese photographer captured something which would definitely keep kids from the playground, but more than 40 years later is attracting art fans at Wellingtonas Adam Art Gallery.
Driftwood scultping competition in its 10th year
A windswept West Coast beach has been transformed into a gallery of art, part of a competition now in its tenth year.
Super Bowl halftime entertainment big buck business
For many fans it is the biggest event on the sporting calendar, not the Super Bowl final itself, but the halftime entertainment.
VIDEO: Kelly Clarkson sings American National Anthem, Super Bowl XLVI 2012
Kelly Clarkson sang a stirring rendition of the American National Anthem at the 2012 Super Bowl.
Boxing goes to the theatre
Boxing has always been referred to as the noble art, but you still might be surprised to hear it has been taken into the theatre.
Roseanne Barr wants to be president
Funnywoman Roseanne Barr is getting serious about politics - she has filed documents to become the Green Party's official candidate for US President.
Digital music quality not good enough - Neil Young
Neil Young has a problem with the quality of digital music.
Reggae, Chinese style
Think Chinese musicians and the last thing you would expect is a bunch of dreadlocked men playing reggae.
John Campbell's favourite band
John Campbell puts the spotlight on his favourite band - The Pains of Being Pure At Heart
The Hunger Games trailer 3
Latest trailer for the highly anticipated Hunger Games film, adapted from the Suzanne Collins novel and starring Jennifer Lawrence.
The Secret World - Blue Mountain trailer
Latest trailer for the upcoming MMO in which all the myths, legends and conspiracies are true.
Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning launch trailer
The final trailer for the highly anticipated single-player RPG released next week, Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning.
Michelle Obama and Ellen Degeneres square off
With her husband squaring up to fight for presidency this year, First Lady Michelle Obama has been doing her bit to keep his profile up.
'Soul Train' host Don Cornelius dead of suicide
"Soul Train" host Don Cornelius was the arbiter of cool, a brilliant TV showman who used his purring, baritone voice to seduce mainstream America into embracing black music and artists.