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Renowned chef says his restaurant is struggling financially
Acclaimed Spanish chef Ferran Adria says his world-famous restaurant elBulli is struggling financially and that he's looking for ways to keep it afloat when it reopens after a hiatus.

Anti-immigration Pauline Hanson quits Australia
Pauline Hanson - whose anti-immigration policies made her a household name in Australia - is emigrating.

Jude Law, Weisz scoop theatre awards
Jude Law and Rachel Weisz have scooped the acting honours at this year's Whatsonstage.com theatre awards, voted for by the public.

Author Dick Francis dies
Writer and former jockey Dick Francis, famous for his horse racing-based crime novels, has died aged 89.

Oracle stuns Alinghi in America's Cup
BMW Oracle have won the eagerly-awaited opener of the 33rd America's Cup, beating defending champions Alinghi by almost 4 km.

Alexander McQueen's down-to-earth manner untouched by acclaim
The sheer drama, grandeur and exhilarating bravery of McQueen's designs and fashion shows may never be surpassed, writes Carola Long.

Gordon Brown reveals feelings about daughter's death
The British Prime Minister fought back tears as he told interviewer Piers Morgan of the moment he realised his infant daughter would not survive.

Top British fashion designer found dead
British fashion designer Alexander McQueen has been found dead at his London home, aged 40.

Genome study tracks 'Inuk'
The first, almost complete genome of an ancient human has revealed traits of a man living 4000 years ago.

Italy, the land of pasta, pizza ... and hamburgers
Italy's Agriculture Minister and the Slow Food movement battle over the McItaly burger - made of Italian beef, Asiago cheese and artichoke spread.