Houston denies brain tumour

Pop superstar Whitney Houston has furiously denied reports she has been diagnosed with a deadly brain tumour, and has threatened US tabloid The National Enquirer with legal action.

The I Will Always Love You hitmaker has been dogged by reports questioning her health and alleged drug use in recent months.

Houston's publicist says: "It's an absolute lie and Ms Houston is evaluating her legal options at this time."

However, The National Enquirer is refusing to back down: "We are standing by the story 100%."