Playboy Swimsuit Calendar for 2005

The cover of Playboy's first-ever Playmate Swimsuit Calendar for 2005 is shown in this undated publicity photograph. Playboy Enterprises International, Inc. and John F. Turner Company have announced the release of its first-ever swimsuit calendar, photographed at the Playboy mansion in Beverly Hills, which will include a special behind-the-scenes "making of" DVD.

"Journey to the Center of the Earth" premiere

Cast member Anita Briem poses at the premiere of "Journey to the Center of the Earth" at the Mann Village theatre in Westwood, California June 29, 2008. The movie opens in the U.S. on July 11.

Actress Marley Shelton poses at the premiere of "Journey to the Center of the Earth" at the Mann Village theatre in Westwood, California June 29, 2008. The movie opens in the U.S. on July 11.

Cast member Anita Briem poses at the premiere of "Journey to the Center of the Earth" at the Mann Village theatre in Westwood, California June 29, 2008. The movie opens in the U.S. on July 11.

Lindsay Lohan refuses to weigh herself

Lindsay Lohan refuses to weigh herself. The 'Mean Girls' actress doesn't get on the scales because she doesn't want her weight to dominate her life and is comfortable with the way she looks.

Actress Lindsay Lohan arrives at the 2008 MTV Movie Awards in Los Angeles June 1, 2008.

She said: "I'm kind of happy with my body. I don't work out too much, I have fun, I eat a lot, so I'm happy. There's a lot of things I'd change, but I'm happy. I'd change little things. I hate my legs. I'd like to be taller. I don't know how tall I am. I don't believe in weighing myself or checking my height because then when people ask, I feel obligated to say." However, Lindsay admits she does feels under pressure to conform to Hollywood's ideal female body shape.

The 21-year-old star added to Britain's OK! magazine: "I get self-conscious and so are my friends. I always get self-conscious about the way I look, the way my legs look, about my freckles, my hair. If I have a blemish, I'll freak out. But to be totally honest, I've gotten so much more comfortable with myself than I used to be."

Miss Universe pageant will be held in Vietnam

(L-R) Miss Kazakhstan Alfina Nassyrova, Miss Russia Vera Krasova, Miss Turkey Sinem Sulun, Miss Ghana Yvette Nsiah, Miss Tanzania Amanda Ole Sulul, Miss Philippines Jennifer Barrientos and Miss Ukraine Eleonora Masalab pose for a photo on a boat while traveling Halong Bay, in northern Vietnam June 28, 2008. The 57th annual Miss Universe pageant will be held in Vietnam's central Nha Trang resort city on July 14, 2008

Miss Russia Vera Krasova poses for a photo at Tuan Chau island of Halong Bay in northern Vietnam June 28, 2008. The 57th annual Miss Universe pageant will be held in Vietnam's central Nha Trang resort city on July 14, 2008.

Miss Switzerland Amanda Ammann poses for a photo in swimsuit at Tuan Chau island in Halong Bay, in northern Vietnam June 28, 2008. The 57th annual Miss Universe pageant will be held in Vietnam's central Nha Trang resort city on July 14, 2008.

Miss Japan Hiroko Mima poses for a photo in swimsuit at Tuan Chau island in Halong Bay, northern Vietnam, June 28, 2008. The 57th annual Miss Universe pageant will be held in Vietnam's central Nha Trang resort city on July 14, 2008.

"The 46664 concert" marks Mandela's 90th birthday

Former South African President Nelson Mandela (Front) waves during the 46664 concert held in his honour in Hyde Park, London June 27, 2008. The event was organized to raise funds for Nelson Mandela's HIV/AIDS "46664" campaign, named after his prison number. Exactly 46,664 people were expected to attend the event, which also celebrates the former South African president's 90th birthday on July 18.

Bill Gates bids teary farewell to Microsoft

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates bid farewell to Microsoft on Friday, resigning from his full-time post as chairman of the software giant.

At a town hall meeting in Redmond, Washington, more than 800 Microsoft employees gathered to send Gates off into the new era of his life.

Chairman of Microsoft Corporation Bill Gates testifies at the House Science and Technology Committee on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC in this March 12, 2008 file photo. Gates is retiring from Microsoft on June 27, 2008, but will remain the company's non-executive chairman.

Accompanied by Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer, Gates walked in smiling to a standing ovation, and introduced his wife, Melinda, and his children in the audience.

"There won't be a day in my life that I'm not thinking about Microsoft and the great things that it's doing and wanting to help," teary-eyed Gates told the farewell event.

After decades devoted to Microsoft, Gates plans to turn his fulltime attention to the philanthropic Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation he established with his wife.

The Gates couple, whose fortune was estimated at 58 billion dollars, mainly Microsoft stock, has pledged to donate almost all their fortune to the now 40-billion-dollar foundation.

Chairman of Microsoft Corporation Bill Gates testifies on competitiveness in the global marketplace as it relates to technology to the House Science and Technology Committee on Capitol Hill in Washington March 12, 2008.

Gates leaves Microsoft at a time when the company is wrestling with a fast-changing computer era and growing challenges from Internet juggernaut Google and longtime rival Apple, makers of Macintosh computers.

Gates acknowledged that it will not be easy to move on, given how natural it became for him to work at the company over the past three decades.

Referring to being asked how he could leave when Microsoft is faced with such huge challenges, he said: "Well, there's always intense competition. I think the company is stronger today than it's ever been."

"That's very clear to me. The depth of IQ in this company is phenomenal. Now, we don't always get it to add up. We get a tiny bit of subtraction sometimes, and that's one of our challenges," said Gates, who remains the firm's single largest shareholder.

Asked about his biggest mistake, Gates said the key thing in software is to accurately anticipate new bends in the road.

Microsoft is ahead of the curve in areas like graphical user interface, he said, while acknowledging that it has lagged behind in other areas, such as Internet search and advertising.

"When we miss a big change and we don't get great people on it, that is the most dangerous thing for us," Gates said. "It's happened many times. It's OK, but the less the better."

"Search is the place where people probably really think, will Microsoft ever do anything there? We'll be the very best," he said. "That is in full motion."

He reminded employees that the company could leap from behind as well as lead.

Gates said he thought it was still right for the company to focus on software.

"We have so many opportunities to surprise people."

Turning to Microsoft's growth, Gates said the idea is not to be big, but to be lean and agile, while still in a position to tackle tough challenges.

"I don't think we'll double (in size) again, but you know, I've been wrong before."

Gates, who will remain Microsoft's non-executive chairman on a part-time basis, said he would still take on Microsoft projects picked by Ballmer and two other executives who have assumed most of his day-to-day tasks -- Craig Mundie and Ray Ozzie.

"I do think with my not being here full time there is some opportunity that people will really step up. There's somewhat of a vacuum created there," he said.

"I have got to get out of the way, and let that new thing step in there."

The employees rose to their feet when Ballmer presented the departing chairman with a large scrapbook embossed with Gates' signature.

"We've been given an enormous, enormous opportunity. And Bill gave us that opportunity," Ballmer said. "I want to thank Bill for that."

Besides Ballmer acting as chief executive officer of the firm, Craig Mundie will inherit Gates' chief research and strategy officer duties and Ray Ozzie will handle the former head's job as chief software architect.

Alanis Morissette performs during "Rock in Rio" music festival

Canadian singer Alanis Morissette performs during "Rock in Rio" music festival in Arganda del Rey near Madrid June 27, 2008.

Canadian singer Alanis Morissette performs during "Rock in Rio" music festival in Arganda del Rey near Madrid June 27, 2008.

Canadian singer Alanis Morissette performs during "Rock in Rio" music festival in Arganda del Rey near Madrid June 27, 2008.

"Kung Fu Panda" premieres in London

U.S. actress Lucy Liu poses as she arrives for the U.K. premiere of animated film "Kung Fu Panda" at Leicester Square in London June 26, 2008.

U.S. actor Jack Black poses as he arrives for the U.K. premiere of animated film "Kung Fu Panda" at Leicester Square in London June 26, 2008.

U.S. actor Jack Black poses as he arrives for the U.K. premiere of animated film "Kung Fu Panda" at Leicester Square in London June 26, 2008.

U.S. actor Dustin Hoffman and his wife Lisa Gottsegen pose as they arrive for the U.K. premiere of animated film "Kung Fu Panda" at Leicester Square in London June 26, 2008.

U.S. actress Lucy Liu poses as she arrives for the U.K. premiere of animated film "Kung Fu Panda" at Leicester Square in London June 26, 2008.

U.S. actor Jack Black poses as he arrives for the U.K. premiere of animated film "Kung Fu Panda" at Leicester Square in London June 26, 2008.

U.S. actor Dustin Hoffman and his wife Lisa Gottsegen pose as they arrive for the U.K. premiere of animated film "Kung Fu Panda" at Leicester Square in London June 26, 2008.

U.S. actress Lucy Liu arrives as she arrives for the U.K. premiere of animated film "Kung Fu Panda" at Leicester Square in London June 26, 2008.

Canadian singer Celine Dion holds concert in Czech

Canadian singer Celine Dion performs during her concert, part of "Taking Chances World Tour 2008" in Prague, capital of the Czech Republic, on June 26, 2008.

Canadian singer Celine Dion performs during her concert, part of "Taking Chances World Tour 2008" in Prague, capital of the Czech Republic, on June 26, 2008.

Celebrities at Mandela's birthday party in London

Welsh singer Katherine Jenkins arrives for the birthday dinner party of former president of South Africa Nelson Mandela at Hyde Park in London June 25, 2008.

British F1 race car driver Lewis Hamilton and singer Nicole Scherzinger arrive for the birthday dinner party of former president of South Africa Nelson Mandela at Hyde Park in London June 25, 2008.

British singer Leona Lewis arrives for the birthday dinner party of former president of South Africa Nelson Mandela at Hyde Park in London June 25, 2008.

U.S. television presenter Oprah Winfrey arrives for the birthday dinner party of former president of South Africa Nelson Mandela at Hyde Park in London June 25, 2008.

Welsh singer Katherine Jenkins arrives for the birthday dinner party of former president of South Africa Nelson Mandela at Hyde Park in London June 25, 2008.

"Get Smart" tops weekend box office in N America

Warner Bros. thriller-comedy "Get Smart" is expected to top the box office in North America this weekend as the film takes in estimated 39.1 million dollars over the four-day period, according to preliminary figures released Sunday.

A poster of "Get Smart." "Get Smart" is expected to top the box office in North America this weekend as the film takes in estimated 39.1 million dollars over the four-day period.

"Get Smart," starring Steve Carell and Anne Hathaway, is the latest big-screen adaptation of the popular 1960s sitcom about the bumbling U.S. agent Maxwell Smart on a mission to stop a plot by the evil crime syndicate known as KAOS.

Meanwhile, Paramount's heavily-marketed comedy "The Love Guru," the weekend's other new wide release, is pegged to finish in a sad fourth place at the box office, with just 14 million dollars in receipts, the Los Angeles-based box office tracking firm Media By Numbers predicted.

Cast member Anne Hathaway waves at the premiere of "Get Smart" at the Mann Village theatre in Westwood, California June 16, 2008.

In a near-tie for second place were two movies that premiered earlier. DreamWorks Animation's "Kung Fu Panda" will take in 21.7 million dollars over the weekend, narrowly followed by last week's box office leader, Marvel Studios' "The Incredible Hulk," with an estimated take of 21.6 million dollars.

The panda movie has grossed estimated 155.6 million dollars in North America since its release three weeks ago, and the hulk, in its second week of release, has a track record of 96.4 million dollars. The two films were close enough that their rankings could change when final numbers are released Monday.

Cast member Meagan Good poses at the premiere of "The Love Guru" at the Grauman's Chinese theatre in Hollywood, California June 11, 2008. The movie opens in the U.S. on June 20.

Cast member Anne Hathaway poses at the premiere of "Get Smart" at the Mann Village theatre in Westwood, California June 16, 2008. The movie opens in the U.S. on June 20

Cast members Anne Hathaway and Steve Carell pose at the after-party for premiere of "Get Smart" in Westwood, California June 16, 2008. The movie opens in the U.S. on June 20

Cast member Steve Carell (L) greets actress Jenna Fischer (R), as co-star from the movie Anne Hathaway (C) stands nearby, at the premiere of "Get Smart" at the Mann Village theatre in Westwood, California June 16, 2008

Britney granted overnight visits with sons

Pop star Britney Spears on Tuesday was granted in a court hearing overnight visitation rights with sons Sean Preston, two and half years, and Jaden James, 21 months, who are in the custody of her ex-husband, Kevin Federline, according to Web site TMZ.com.

The Grammy-winning entertainer hasn't had her children overnight since January following her forced hospitalization at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

At the closed-door hearing, Spears and Federline appeared before Commissioner Scott Gordon, who took the one-hour proceeding behind closed doors. The pop star and a parenting coach were questioned by Gordon.

Court spokesman Allan Parachini said that at the end of the hearing Gordon ordered the modification to Spears' visitation rights and set another status conference in the case for July 15.

Spears has turned her life around in the past few months after a year of troubling behaviour and two brief hospitalizations for psychiatric evaluation.

She has been mentioned as a possible Emmy award nominee for her guest appearance on the TV sitcom "How I Met Your Mother" and is reportedly working on a new album.

In May, Spears was granted expanded visitation rights to her two sons, with Federline retaining custody the boys. Federline has had full custody of his two sons with Spears since January.

The pop diva's personal life spiralled out of control after her 2006 breakup with Federline.

She shaved her head, entered rehab, was ordered to take drug and alcohol tests and parenting classes, and was twice taken to psychiatric units for treatment of what has been reported to be bipolar disorder.

Party to introduce "Trump International Hotel & Tower Dubai" in NY

Model Heidi Klum (R) and Ivanka Trump arrive at a party to introduce The Trump International Hotel & Tower Dubai in New York, June 23, 2008.

Real estate mogul Donald Trump (L) poses with his children (L-R) Ivanka, Donald Jr. and Eric at a party to introduce The Trump International Hotel & Tower Dubai in New York, June 23, 2008.

Real estate tycoon Donald Trump (C) gets kissed by his wife Melania (L) and model Heidi Klum at a party to introduce The Trump International Hotel & Tower Dubai in New York, June 23, 2008.

Actress Demi Moore arrives at a party to introduce The Trump International Hotel & Tower Dubai in New York June 23, 2008.

Angelina Jolie

Date of Birth: June 4, 1975

Height: 1.73 m

Angelina Jolie was born in Los Angeles. Her father is Academy Award-winning actor Jon Voight. She began studying acting at the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute at the age of 11. When she was 16, Jolie worked as a professional model in London, New York and Los Angeles. Then she studied at L.A.'s MET Theatre Company wishing to get even closer to pursuing an acting career.

Jolie took a lead role in "Hackers" (1995), where she met her future husband, British actor Jonny Lee Miller, but their relationship lasted less than one year.

She won a Golden Globe and an Emmy nomination by her performance in "George Wallace." Her acclaim increased further when she played the lead role in the HBO production "Gia" (1998) (TV).

On the big screen, Jolie was well-received by audiences for her role in 1998's "Playing By Heart."
Her supporting role in 1999's "Girl, Interrupted" gained her a Golden Globe and an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress.

In 2000, Jolie eloped with her "Pushing Tin" costar Billy Bob Thornton, but after they adopted a Cambodian boy named Maddox Chivan Thornton Jolie in 2002, their marriage came to an end.

In 2001, she was appointed Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees.

In 2004, Jolie began filming "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" with Brad Pitt. The film became a major box office success. Rumors also spread that Pitt and Jolie had an affair while filming "Smith."

On July 6, 2005, she adopted her second child, a six-month-old girl named Zahara Marley, from Ethiopia.

Jolie and Pitt announced in early 2006 that they would have a child together, and Jolie gave birth to daughter "Shiloh" that May.

In March 2007, Jolie adopted a three-year-old boy from Vietnam. Jolie named him Pax, which was suggested by her mother before she passed away.

Jolie eyes Sin City 2 part

Actress Angelina Jolie is keen to consider a role in Sin City 2 - claiming she is intrigued with what director Frank Miller can come up with next.

Actress Angelina Jolie

The sexy actress is a huge fan of the slick 2004 comic book adaptation, and Miller has a character lined up for her and is eager for her to peruse the script.

The Tomb Raider star is interested in Miller's offer - because she thinks the moviemaker is a "genius".

"I found the first Sin City impressive, but I don't know what they're going to do with the next one to make (it) as original as the first one. I'd be curious. I think he's a genius, " WENN quoted her, as telling MTV.com.

Cameron Diaz's Sculfor affection

Cameron Diaz has been openly canoodling with new boyfriend Paul Sculfor. The 'What Happens in Vegas' star couldn't keep her hands off the British model as they enjoyed a romantic meal in Hollywood before hitting the shops.

An onlooker said: "They kissed, held hands and walked with their arms around each other while shopping at the American Rag clothing store. They couldn't get enough of each other and didn't care who saw."

The couple were first romantically linked earlier this month and have since enjoyed several dates. The pair were recently spotted at the exclusive Chateau Marmont hotel and Cameron appeared to be smitten with Paul, Jennifer Aniston's ex-boyfriend.

A source said: "Cameron and Paul were sitting on the patio, leaning in toward each other. Her body language looked like she was really comfortable with him. She looked genuinely like a girl falling in love."

Paul dated former 'Friends' star Jennifer last year but the pair split after a brief romance. Jennifer is now dating Cameron's ex-boyfriend, singer John Mayer.

Is Carey, Cannon marriage already on the rocks?

Not yet married two months, inside sources are predicting newlyweds Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon already face trouble and their marriage may not last six months, reports Life & Style.

Sources tell the magazine Mariah's diva demands may be to blame.

"I give the marriage six months, tops," said a source close to the singer. "I can't see it lasting."
The insider claims that the reason behind that gloom-and-doom prediction is Nick's need to do everything for his diva bride. While Mariah likes being waited on hand and foot, that routine won't work in the long run.

"Nick does whatever Mariah wants him to — he's like her puppy," the insider continued. "It seems like Nick spends more time in the stores with Mariah's credit card than he does with Mariah herself."

But a source close to the groom doesn't see the problem, insisting, "(Mariah) needs someone to dote on her."

Not so, according to Mariah's pal, who believes Nick needs to be his own man.

"Mariah’s assistants and friends call him 'Whipped Nick' behind his back," the Mariah insider told Life & Style. "They have little respect for him because he won't stand up for himself."

Janet Jackson to secretly marry long-time beau

Janet Jackson is set to secretly marry long-term boyfriend Jermaine Dupri. The "Together Again" singer - who has been dating record producer Jermaine since 2002 - is reportedly planning an intimate wedding ceremony in France early next year.

Singer Janet Jackson arrives with Jermaine Dupri for the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala, "Superheroes: Fashion and Fantasy" in New York, May 5, 2008. Jackson is set to secretly marry long-term boyfriend Jermaine Dupri.

A source said: "They want a very simple wedding in Paris with the Eiffel Tower as the backdrop. The wedding won't be extravagant, but they do want their families and friends to be there. "Jermaine has told Janet he wants to make the big leap into marriage.

Reverend Al Sharpton (C) poses with Janet Jackson and Jermaine Dupri at the Clive Davis pre-Grammy party in Beverly Hills, California February 9, 2008. The Grammy awards will be given out in Los Angeles on Feb. 10.

He hasn't given her an ultimatum, but has expressed his discontent with the way she refuses to talk about commitment. Janet has finally realized how important this is to him." Janet - who was previously married to Rene Elizondo and James DeBarge - has promised to focus on wedding plans once her run of shows finishes later this year.

Janet Jackson

The source added to the National Enquirer magazine: "Janet is preparing for a short tour this fall, but when that is over, she and Jermaine are going to put the final touches on their wedding plans and seal the deal."

Actress, dancer Cyd Charisse dead at 86

Charisse, 86, died in Los Angeles on June 17, 2008, her spokesman Gene Schwam said.

Actress Cyd Charisse poses for photographers during a reception at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to screen the re-mastered digital presentation of the 1974 film, 'That's Entertainment,' in Beverly Hills, California in this September 17, 2004 file photo.

Actress and dancer Cyd Charisse, the impossibly long-legged movie musical star who gained fame for her on-screen pairings with Hollywood dance greats Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly, died on Tuesday at age 86.

Charisse, a sinuous, athletic performer once described by Astaire as "beautiful dynamite," died early in the morning of a heart attack at a Los Angeles-area hospital, according to her agent, Scott Stander.

Actress Cyd Charisse is shown in her role as Ninotchka in the 1957 film 'Silk Stocking' in this undated publicity photo from Warner Bros Studios released June 17, 2008. Charisse, 86, died in Los Angeles on June 17, 2008, her spokesman Gene Schwam said.

Publicist Gene Schwam said she had only recently celebrated her 60th wedding anniversary with her second husband, singer Tony Martin, whom she married after a romance with millionaire Howard Hughes.

"What was special about Cyd was that she was always stylish and graceful, and when I saw her two weeks ago, she was still dressed beautifully and her hair was done properly," Schwam told Reuters. "She was such a loving and gracious woman throughout her life."

Born Tula Ellice Finklea in Amarillo, Texas, she took her professional surname from her first husband, ballet instructor Nico Charisse. The moniker of Cyd was adapted from a childhood nickname, Sid, coined by her brother.

Joining the Ballet Russe as a teenager in the mid-1930s, she broke into movies in 1943 dancing opposite Don Ameche in "Something to Shout About," billed then as Lily Norwood.