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The western world’s obsession with thigh gaps, concave stomachs and thinspiration isn’t over yet but there’s a definite more towards exercise and nutrition rather than starvation, writes Suzanne Harrington.

AN 80 year old from Naples has delved into an old box of sentimental ephemera and turned it into a book. 

Retirement isn’t an option for the many well-known octogenarians living life to the full. Dave Kenny looks at the older people with a spring in their step, who believe age is no barrier to a full life.

The fashion industry is already excited about next year’s Pirelli calendar, but it’s a tradition that leaves many men bemused, says Tom Fordy

Age: 37 

The allure of superstar Nicole Kidman was not enough to salvage "Grace of Monaco" from the scathing wrath of critics as the movie opened the Cannes Film Festival.

A new season means new make up trends. As we settle into spring, we show you how to adjust your beauty regime for the months ahead.

Sunday night is Oscar night and for some it’s all about the gowns.

Gina Lollobrigida, the 1950s and 1960s sex symbol once referred to as the most beautiful woman in the world, is threatening legal action in a real-life bizarre case that would appear fit for the big screen.

As ambassador for this year’s Flora pro.activ cholesterol roadshow, fitness expert Pat Henry was nervous before he got his cholesterol level checked earlier this year, but — at 3.9mmol/l — it was well below 5mmol/l, the maximum number recommended by health professionals.

The Duchess of Cambridge received a post wedding pick-up after scooping a top 10 spot in a poll of the world’s most beautiful women.

A TK Maxx hat, H&M vest, a|wear trousers, Topshop heels, a Hermes bag and mixed jewellery.

Dannii Minogue admits her style has "taken a back seat" since she became a mother.

Penelope Cruz wants to embrace getting older and never wants to lie about her age.

Three women who are old enough to claim their pensions appeared in a list of the 10 most beautiful women in the world, which was released today.

Dannii Minogue has advised women to invest in classic items for their wardrobe.

Miley Cyrus has been named as one of the presenters at the Oscars.

Sean Penn, Kate Winslet and Penelope Cruz will present awards at this year's Oscars.

THE 67th Annual Golden Globes Awards brought much in the way of surprises – from the unpredictability of host Ricky Gervais to the inclement weather.

Foot-tapping, tune-whistling it ain’t … which is more than a bit unfortunate for a film touting itself as a musical.

The Black Eyed Peas singer Fergie - who is married to Hollywood hunk Josh Duhamel - tries to eat healthily to maintain her slim and toned figure but often finds herself tucking into bread and butter while away on tour with her band.

Nicole Kidman worked on her new film to prove there’s more to life than motherhood.

Penelope Cruz wants to install ropes to swing from in her bedroom.

Penelope Cruz - who along with her sister Monica has designed lines and modelled for Spanish high street chain Mango - admits she is only ever concerned about her choice of outfit if she is gracing a red carpet event.

Actress Penelope Cruz has vowed to steer clear of cosmetic surgery to maintain her youthful looks, insisting she aspires to grow old gracefully like her icon Sophia Loren.

Daniel Day-Lewis is so determined to stay in character for his upcoming role in 'Nine' - he can't stop speaking Italian.

Guy Ritchie has defended his box-office flop 'Swept Away', insisting it would have been hailed if he had made it before becoming famous.

The role Kate Hudson will play in her movie musical debut was written especially for her.

Singing legend Tina Turner is coming out of retirement for a new tour.

CHRISTENED by screen legend Sophia Loren at the weekend, an elegant cruise ship made her first stop in Cobh yesterday on her maiden voyage.

Nicole Kidman and Judi Dench are reportedly in talks to join the all-star cast for the film adaptation of hit Broadway musical 'Nine'.

Marilyn Manson's ex-wife Dita Von Teese is set to accompany European entrepreneur Richard Lugner to Austria's glitzy annual Opera Ball.

Two movies starring Johnny Depp and Penelope Cruz have become the latest casualties of the Hollywood writers' strike.

CELEBRITY and fashion go together like jelly and ice-cream. One can elevate the other from the banal to the near beautiful.

YOUR news item on the latest ‘ageing fashion poll’ (July 21) told us more about the ageist attitudes which persist in Ireland than about fashion trends. Who decides you are too old to wear a miniskirt at 28 or a bikini at 48?

If you want to know what the famed Cote D’Azur looked like in its heyday in the ’50s, check out ‘Riviera Cocktail’ (Soda Pictures, €21.99).

Joan Rivers has hit out at veteran actress Sophia Loren for denying she has undergone cosmetic surgery.

NEARLY three-quarters of women would like to be thinner but most think size zero figures are unattractive, according to a survey.

Mother-of-three Angelina Jolie has been named the sexiest individual in history.

CHRISTIE’S yesterday unveiled the masterpieces which could claim a new sales record in Europe.

Helen Mirren has been named the sexiest older woman in the world in a new survey of film fans.

Helen Mirren has been named the world’s sexiest older woman.

The man who penned the screenplay for cult thriller Psycho has died at 84.