Nilofer Shahid

She opens the portal to the subcontinent’s history through her various collections under the House of Meeras and has attained for herself the title of the ‘Runway Empress’ of Pakistan.

Celeb birthdays for the week of March 4-10

March 4: Singer Bobby Womack is 68. Bassist Chris Squire of Yes is 64. Singer Shakin' Stevens is 64. Singer Chris Rea is 61. Actor-singer Ronn Moss of Player ("The Bold and the Beautiful") is 60. Actress Kay Lenz is 59. Percussionist Emilio Estefan of the Miami Sound Machine is 59. Actress Catherine O'Hara is 58. Actor Mykelti Williamson ("Forrest Gump") is 55. Actress Patricia Heaton ("Everybody Loves Raymond") is 54. Actor Steven Weber ("Wings") is 51. Bassist Jason Newsted (Metallica) is 49. Actress Stacy Edwards ("Chicago Hope") is 47. Rapper Grand Puba (Brand Nubian) is 46. Drummer Patrick Hannan of The Sundays is 46. Singer Evan Dando of The Lemonheads is 45. Actress Patsy Kensit is 44. Drummer Fergal Lawler of The Cranberries is 41. Country singer Jason Sellers is 41. Actress Andrea Bowen ("Desperate Housewives") is 22.

Feeha Jamshed

Feeha Jamshed, the daughter of Pakistani fashion giant Tanvir Jamshed, is like a fresh breeze for Pakistani fashion with her eccentric sense of style and very experimental approach to Pakistani fashion.

Chita Rivera to return to Broadway with a mystery

The timeless Chita Rivera is returning to Broadway in a murder whodunit musical that's perfect for this new age: It's interactive.

Actor Woods supports medical apology bill in RI

Actor James Woods visited the Rhode Island Statehouse on Wednesday to urge lawmakers to support legislation that would allow doctors to apologize for bad treatment outcomes without their apologies being used against them in a malpractice lawsuit.

Covered-up chic in day 2 of Paris fashion shows

Guy Laroche is back in the Paris fashion conversation after Wednesday's bold, grown-up offering from designer Marcel Morongiu, who struck gold in a stunning ready-to-wear fall-winter collection that channeled gems and this fall's running theme of sophisticated, covered-up glamour.

Pair of 'Idol' semifinalists perform same song

There wasn't only one performance of Adele's "One and Only" on "American Idol."

Singer gets 6 years for smuggling drugs in DR

A court in the Dominican Republic has sentenced a New York singer to six years in prison for drug trafficking for trying to smuggle more than a kilogram of heroin in his stomach on board a U.S.-bound flight.

Review: 'Being Flynn' isn't too appealing

Robert De Niro and Paul Dano play a father and son who reunite after 18 years of estrangement in "Being Flynn," and they approach their roles in such polar opposite ways, it's as if the actors themselves have been estranged, as well.

Blizzard Entertainment cuts 600 jobs

Blizzard Entertainment, publisher of "World of Warcraft" and other hit videogames, announced Wednesday that it is cutting 600 jobs.

Monkees frontman Davy Jones dead at 66

Davy Jones, lead singer of 1960s made-for-TV band The Monkees whose hits included "I'm a Believer" and "Last Train to Clarksville," died on Wednesday, the local coroner said. He was 66.

Navy Mom’s Surprise Return Caught on Tape

After five long months away on duty, Petty Officer First Class Toni Debem decided she could not just make a usual return home to her family, greeting them when her ship docked in California. Instead the mother of two decided to surprise her daughter, Nadia, at...

Trial over 'Desperate Housewives' firing begins

Nicollette Sheridan should receive $6 million for being killed off "Desperate Housewives" after the show's creator slapped her, her attorney said Wednesday, as a defense lawyer argued her onscreen demise was a natural part of television.

Trial begins in 'Desperate Housewives' firing case

Actress Nicollette Sheridan was fired from "Desperate Housewives" for standing up to the series' creator after he struck her in the head, her attorney said Wednesday during opening statements in her wrongful termination trial.

Singer Davy Jones of The Monkees dies in US at 66

Davy Jones, the diminutive British heartthrob singer who rocketed to the top of the 1960s music charts by beckoning millions of adoring fans with the catchy refrains of The Monkees, died Wednesday. He was 66.

Lady Gaga, at Harvard, launches youth foundation

Lady Gaga and Oprah Winfrey are sitting down for a chat at Harvard University to launch the singer's Born This Way Foundation.

Lady Gaga at Harvard, launches youth foundation

Lady Gaga and Oprah Winfrey are sitting down for a chat at Harvard University to launch the singer's Born This Way Foundation.

Ben Affleck announces birth of son on Facebook

Ben Affleck is using Facebook to announce the birth of his son with wife Jennifer Garner.

On short notice, Radvanovsky takes on Aida

Sometimes opera performances come together best with little rehearsal.

Microsoft unveils Windows 8 for consumer testing

Microsoft on Wednesday let consumers start trying out its upcoming touch-based Windows 8 operating system, which aims to power a new wave of computer tablets and traditional PCs designed to counter Apple's big gains in the market through its Macs and iPads.

Singer Davy Jones of The Monkees dies in Fla at 66

Davy Jones, the heartthrob singer who helped propel the made-for-TV rock band The Monkees to the top of the pop charts as an American version of the Beatles, died Wednesday. He was 66.

Monkees singer Davy Jones dies in Florida at 66

Davy Jones, a former actor turned singer who helped propel the TV rock band The Monkees to the top of the pop charts and into rock 'n' roll history, died Wednesday in Florida. He was 66.

Lady Gaga causes sensation on Harvard campus

Lady Gaga is causing quite a sensation on Harvard University's campus.

Vatican archive treasures go on show for first time

Vatican archives documenting centuries of European history including Galileo Galilei's trial documents and Martin Luther's excommunication went on public display for the first time Wednesday.

Russian theatre takes on Putin in rare satire

A bare-chested Vladimir Putin strokes the bottom of an Olympic gymnast and overdoses on Botox as his wife Lyudmila takes refuge in a monastery -- in a new staging of a play at a Moscow theatre.

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Why You Shouldn’t Tell Your Kids They’re ‘Smart’

By JOY PHENIX LIFETIME MOMS   I try not to get into the habit of telling my kids they’re smart. Don’t get me wrong.  This habit doesn’t mean that I think they have low intelligence; quite the opposite is true.  However, if they bring home...

'Five-Year Engagement' to open Tribeca Film Fest

The 11th annual Tribeca Film Festival in downtown Manhattan will kick things off with comedy.

'Awake' keeps hero, viewers guessing at reality

NBC's new drama "Awake" has the kind of intricate, high-concept premise that can test viewers. But that's nothing compared with what its producers face.

Britain criticizes Olympic strike threat

A threat by Britain's largest labor union to disrupt the London Olympics with strikes is "unacceptable and unpatriotic," Prime Minister David Cameron's office said Wednesday.

Polish poet's will calls for new prize, foundation

The will of the late Nobel-winning Polish poet Wislawa Szymborska calls for the establishment of a new literary prize and a foundation that will guard her literary achievements.

Reese Witherspoon warns kids of domestic violence

Actress Reese Witherspoon has had the talk with her two young children. Not the sex talk. The domestic violence talk.

Queen Elizabeth II to open 2012 Olympics

Queen Elizabeth II and her husband Prince Philip will open the 2012 Olympics this summer, Buckingham Palace said Monday.

Oxford University gets $41 million from Ertegun

With a little help from Led Zeppelin, the widow of Atlantic Records founder Ahmet Ertegun has donated more than 26 million pounds ($41 million) to Oxford University to fund humanities scholarships for graduate students.

Oprah, others to attend Lady Gaga foundation debut

Lady Gaga is expected to be joined by Oprah Winfrey and U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius at Harvard University for the launch of the singer's Born This Way Foundation.

Folks behind 'Carrie' return to boldly re-imagine

When the musical "Carrie" had a sudden early death on Broadway in 1988, few were as unhappy as three men who worked hard to give it life.

Virgin Atlantic Crew Gets ‘Whispering Coach’

The Virgin Atlantic crew that will man the Upper Class Dream Suite, debuting this spring, are about to get a lesson on using their inside voices. There are few details about the new Dream Suite available but a Virgin Atlantic spokeswoman did tell ABCNews.com it will...

US singer Badu saddened by Malaysia concert ban

American singer Erykah Badu expressed sadness Wednesday at Malaysia's decision to ban her show after a photo of her with body art including the Arabic word for "Allah" caused anger.

Kristin Chenoweth to kick off a concert tour

Kristin Chenoweth is taking the long way home.

340-ton rock begins rolling to LA for art's sake

After months of preparation, a massive boulder has begun its 105-mile journey to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

SHNELA Chic Wear

Fashion designer Shahneela Khan, who is designing since 2006, is the mastermind behind SHNELA Chic Wear, which was established in 2009, since then Shahneela is flying her way towards the peak of success.

Naushemian

Naushemian, a clothing line made to fulfill dreams of bride and groom, to make them look like ‘Maharaja’ and ‘Maharani’ of the day, they’ve been waiting for all their lives.

Rock pianist Chuck Leavell named forest ranger

Rock and blues pianist Chuck Leavell is getting a new title to reflect his environmental work outside the studio: The U.S. Department of Agriculture is making him an honorary forest ranger.

Erykah Badu sad but not angry over Malaysian ban

Soul singer Erykah Badu says she holds no grudge against Malaysia's government for barring her from performing after a photograph of her body art offended some Muslims.

Iran fans say Oscar film shows rich culture

Followers of Iranian state TV say the Academy Award-winning film "A Separation" shows the world-class talent and sophistication in the Islamic Republic even as it confronts the West over its nuclear program.

Garden Party at The Children’s Place

You’re invited to a Garden Party at The Children’s Place!

Saturday, March 3, 2012 from 12:00 â€" 4:00 pm enjoy sweet treats, special deals & more!

Uganda probing drug death of Amazing Race producer

Police in Uganda say they are poised to arrest a South African woman who survived after ingesting the contaminated cocaine that killed a U.S. freelance television producer for the show "Amazing Race."

Oscars ceremony begins in Hollywood

Hollywood's biggest night got under way on Sunday with the start of the 84th Academy Awards ceremony, as two odes to film-making -- "The Artist" and "Hugo" -- go head-to-head for Oscars glory.