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Kylie and Dannii Minogue to duet

Kylie Minogue is set to duet with sister, Dannii.

Dannii Minogue denies split reports

Former X Factor judge Dannii Minogue and boyfriend Kris Smith insisted today they remain "committed to their relationship" after reports that they had split.

Last Night's TV: The Kennedys/History<br />Dad's Having a Baby: a Bodyshock Special/Channel 4<br />Botox Britain: Your Face in Their Hands/BBC3

Whoosh. What a disappointment. I was far too keen to watch The Kennedys. Spurred both by its documentation-via-paparazzi (that's what happens when you cast Katie Holmes as Jackie) and subsequent American cancellation (purportedly) at the hands of an irate Kennedy clan, I had invested levels of excitement usually reserved for HBO's Next Big Thing. This couldn't have been less appropriate. The Kennedys is many things – lusciously filmed, richly sound tracked – but exciting isn't one of them. Neither is good.

Marks &amp; Spencer posts surprise overall growth

Retail giant Marks & Spencer today posted a slowdown in sales in the first three months of the year but surprised the City with unexpected overall growth.

Mark Steel: Next term, how to stage a sit-in

This is the age of 24-hour entertainment, so at night we can enjoy the sight of the Australian cricket team squirming helplessly, and in the daytime we can enjoy the Liberal Democrats doing exactly the same.

M&amp;S's U-turns: Will the latest plans last?

Britain's best-known retailer hasn't always been consistent. As a new chief executive takes over, Richard Northedge reviews its progress

New M&amp;S boss expanding own brand strategy

The new chief executive of Marks & Spencer today unveiled an "Only at M&S" campaign to bolster the company's own brand as part of his long-awaited vision for the business.

The 'Simples!' idea that became a &#163;10m empire

The autobiography of a cravat-wearing furry mammal is poised to become one of the publishing sensations of 2010, having already attracted more advance sales than the life story of Tony Blair.

M&amp;S remains cautious despite sales surge

Marks & Spencer hailed the success of its celebrity-laden advertising campaign today as it braced itself for a tougher time on the high street.

Dannii Minogue 'thrilled' with baby boy

Dannii Minogue has given birth to a baby boy, her spokesman confirmed today.

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Ireland's austerity D-Day: How much pain can it take?

Ireland's austerity D-Day: How much pain can it take?

After years of savage cuts, the Irish now face a stark choice: do they hand over control of their economy to Europe – or go it alone without the safety net of future bailouts?
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Olympians: They're fit and don't we just know it

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From Tom Daley's six-pack to scantily clad volleyball players, Olympic athletes are being sold on their sex appeal. Why can't we appreciate talent, not totty?
Return of the unacceptable face of capitalism?

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Sir Richard Needham's resignation from the board of Lonrho brings back bad memories of the group's controversial past
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Best known for beaches, it's also home to a stunning hiking trail that follows the route of an old railway line
Get ready for a royal good time

Get ready for a royal good time

There are plenty of events to help you fly the flag during the Diamond Jubilee long weekend and half term
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They have every right to be exhausted after four taxing years of almost non-stop action but the chance to claim a unique treble is spurring them on
Usain Bolt: The Bolt show runs on

Usain Bolt: The Bolt show runs on

Friday's 'slow' 100m has done nothing to dent Jamaican's supreme confidence he will triumph in London
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'I may be deaf, but you can still talk to me'

'I may be deaf, but you can still talk to me'

Being a teenager is hard enough – for those with hearing loss, it can be even more complicated
A right royal trip down the river

A right royal trip down the river

A new exhibition celebrates the glory days of London's mighty Thames
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