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Digital economy bill targets internet pirates

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People who illegally download music and films could have their internet connection slowed down or cut off, and more serious offenders could face fines of up to £50,000 as part of the Government's new digital economy bill.

Bassey is forever as she returns to the charts

Shirley Bassey, who has re-entered the charts this week at the age of 72 (Source: Reuters)

Shirley Bassey, who has re-entered the charts this week at the age of 72, joins a growing list of pop stars enjoying popularity beyond their retirement age.

Edward Woodward dies, aged 79

Edward Woodward (Credit: Getty)

Actor Edward Woodward, who was best known for his roles in The Wicker Man and The Equalizer, has died at the age of 79 after suffering various illnesses, including pneumonia.

The British Library photography exhibition

From rudimentary drawings to a portrait of nineteenth century Britain: hundreds of unseen images are going on display in the British Library's first ever photographic exhibition. Andrew Thomas reports.

Belle de Jour father 'used prostitutes'

Prostitutes (credit:Reuters)

The father of former call girl Dr Brooke Magnanti, who blogs under the name Belle de Jour, admits he has used more than 150 prostitutes and introduced his daughter to some of them.

Moss under fire for size zero comment

Supermodel Kate Moss (credit: Reuters)

Teen magazine editor criticises Kate Moss for sending an "unhealthy message" after the supermodel said that one of her mottos for life is "nothing tastes as good as skinny feels".

Opening night for the Twitter opera

Twitter opera singers

The Twitter opera opens at the Royal Opera House, with lyrics made up entirely of tweets. Julia Kirby-Smith reports.

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