LONDON, Nov 10: A film shot inside a British army tent in Iraq, in the heart of the war zone, has become the latest controversy to rock the coalition forces in Iraq. A raunchy video, shot six weeks ago, featuring two women British soldiers performing lesbian acts, while being cheered on by their male colleagues, is currently being investigated by Royal Military Police Special Investigation Branch, reports News Of The World website.

Shot at a place called Shaiba, located near the Basra airport, the video has left the authorities red-faced. A probe has reportedly been initiated into the matter. The two blonde female soldiers and the others who cheered them on, from the Royal Engineers, are now being questioned by the Royal Military Police Special Investigation.

Referred to as Angie and Jane, the two girls are seen writhing on top of each other in the video footage while the excited bystanders urge them to get on with the action. Remotely print-worthy catcalls like "Go on bitch!", "Rip her jeans down!", "On your knees!" and a raucous "Get 'em off!" can be heard in the background, the website reports. As some of the men lunge forward to join in, they are stopped by others whose view of the action is being obstructed.

While some soldiers are seen using their camera phones to capture the moment, others endlessly gulp down beer, which is rationed to two cans daily for each soldier. The fact that there is currently one high profile Special Investigation Branch inquiry taking place into the booze culture among British troops in Iraq and another on in Afghanistan just makes the situation even more ironic.

What is surprising is that the makers of the tape have not tried to hide their location and profiles. Even though no one is in uniform and everyone appears to be off duty, a soldier's mark 6 armoured helmet and body armor is plainly visible in the background, reports News Of The World .

Moreover, there are clear shots of the distinctive floor webbing used in army quarters. There is also a stack of mineral water - the type imported by the army from Kuwait - and an army regulation air-conditioning unit, the site reports. Over a dozen copies of the video have been reportedly doing the rounds in the army bases in Iraq. A disgruntled colleague was the one who alerted the authorities, says the website.

Sienna to do steamiest scene ever

LONDON, Nov 10: After setting the screen afire in Alfie , actress Sienna Miller is all set to deliver the most graphic role yet - as "sex slave" Edie Sedgwick. The movie titled Factory Girl is reportedly built around the love triangle between Warhol, Sedgwick and Bob Dylan during the 1960s and will feature some of the most controversial sex scenes ever filmed for a mainstream release.

The star, who is dating Jude Law, has had talks with producers of the film and is close to signing on the dotted line. The film begins shooting early next year and is expected to feature some of cinema's most explicit sex scenes.

But Sienna is no stranger to stripping off after appearing in her underwear opposite Daniel Craig in Layer Cake. According to Mirror.co.uk , "there's a huge buzz about it. Sienna Miller would be perfect for the part". Beautiful, glamorous and troubled, Sedgwick was the first of Andy Warhol's superstars. An heiress who ran away from her fortune and went to New York at 21, she met Warhol in 1965, becoming his muse and disciple, even copying his silver hair and black outfits.

In one year she appeared in six of Warhol's films, including The Poor Little Rich Girl. Warhol said, "I could see that she had more problems than anyone I'd ever met - so beautiful but so sick. I was really intrigued."

Tara Reid pulls a nipplegate

LONDON, Nov 7: Hollywood actress Tara Reid became the latest celebrity to join the 'Nipplegate' bandwagon after her left breast popped out of her dress as she arrived for hip hop artist P Diddy's birthday bash, in New York. The American Pie actress whipped off her fur wrap as she arrived, which in turn lowered her dress and exposed her breast and she did not even realize it until an attendant warned her.

The actress however seemed unperturbed as she told the press photographers, who were snapping away like crazy, to abstain from publishing them anywhere. "She giggled and wagged a finger at the snappers, saying I'd better not see those photos anywhere," The Sun quoted an onlooker as saying.

Taipei's gays demand respect

TAIPEI, Nov 6: More than 2,000 gay activists marched in Taipei on Saturday calling for an end to discrimination as organisers accused police in the southern Kaohsiung city of infringing their rights by raiding a gay bar. "We are saddened by this improper police action," said organiser Ashley Wu. Organizers of the annual parade alleged that the police abused their power to raid the bar where a press conference was being held. Police maintained that they were conducting a legitimate inspection but the bar owner refused to cooperate.

He was detained for questioning and released later. "I demand an apology from the police," the bar owner told reporters at the parade, saying he already appealed to the Presidential Office and the National Police Agency. Wu said this year's rally was aimed at promoting "civil awareness" in Taiwanese society in the wake of Friday's incident as well as a number of discrimination cases against gays since last year.

The parade was marked by a carnival-like mood with marchers donning flamboyant wigs and costumes, wielding rainbow banners and an array of placards. "We want marriages," said a woman dressed in a bridal gown, waving a sign which read, "Lesbians want to get married."

Several marchers held an enlarged wedding certificate while chanting slogans such as "Homosexuals can wed too." Taiwan's cabinet last year drafted a controversial bill to legalise same-sex marriages and recognize the right of homosexual couples to adopt children. The bill, pending approval in parliament, would have made Taiwan the first country in Asia to legalise gay marriages if enacted.

However, some gay groups cast doubt on the government's sincerity in pushing for the legislation, saying it was a ploy to woo voters. In January, uproar erupted over possible violations of gays' human rights after television networks broadcast pictures of 92 homosexual men in their underpants after a police raid. The footage was repeatedly aired after blood tests later found that 28 of the 92 men were HIV positive.

Britney on a two year sabbatical

LONDON, Nov 6: Pop princess Britney Spears has announced in an open letter to fans that she will be quitting the music world for two years and return with a new image. "I haven't really thought a lot about work lately, what better time for a greatest hits album to come out? I can actually enjoy and reflect on my success at this point in my life," the Sun quoted the singer-cum-actress as saying. "I may be disappointing some fans but I don't think I'll do another tour for a couple of years. My priorities in life have changed. When I come back, things will be totally different," she added.

Missy Elliott to mess with Becks

LODNON: It might not be music to Posh's ears, but US hip hop queen Missy Elliott is hunting for her ideal man, and has reportedly set her eyes on David Beckham, who tops of her list of most desirable males. "David Beckham is hot, but I've got a hell of a lot of competition. Maybe, I should find myself one of those sexy British soccer stars," The Mirror quoted Elliott as saying.

However, the singer admitted that she would love to be with a person who matched her tomboyish ways. "The person I eventually find will have to like me and my style. I blame my mother for making me a tomboy. When I was younger, she'd dress me up really girly in lacy dresses, so I went wild when I discovered tracksuits," she added.

An Indian honeymoon for Britney

NEW DELHI, Nov 2: Papparazzi favourite Britney Spears made a quick stopover in India as part of her honeymoon with dancer husband Kevin Federline, on the way to a secluded island resort in Fiji. The pop princess' visit was strictly hush-hush. Britney, who was keen on exploring the exotic locales of Rajasthan, travelled around Jodhpur along with Kevin. What caught her fancy was the Lake Palace in Jodhpur. Just back from Fiji and now at home in the US, Britney tells Delhi Times , "It was a breathtaking sight and so relaxing."

Britney, whose marriage and honeymoon have been a source of interest to tabloids the world over, managed to give the media the slip, even as the flashbulbs converged at a Beverly Hills hospital after rumours that the Baby One More Time star had been admitted after an emergency illness in Fiji. Britney has stated she will take time off to chill out and start a family, but not before releasing her greatest hits album titled Britney Spears: My Prerogative early next month.

The perennial newsmaker whose every step -- professional and private -- is watched by the media, now wants to reduce her poster girl appearances. In an open letter addressed to her fans on her official website she says, "My prerogative right now is to just chill and let all the other overexposed blondes on the cover of US Weekly be your entertainment."

Aishwarya Rai turns 31

MUMBAI, Nov 1: Cine actress and beauty queen, Aishwarya Rai, turned 31 on Monday. Rai, who began her career as a model, sashaying down the ramp in designer outfits, hit headlines when she bagged the Miss World title in 1994. After her stint in the world of beauty, Rai made a foray into the world of films. Her repertoire of films include, `Aa Ab Laut Chale', `Jeans', `Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' and the musical film, `Taal'.

It was her role in the Sanjay-Leela-Bhansali film, `Devdaas', that won Rai plenty of accolades. The film also went on to be selected as India's entry to the Oscars. Recently, the actress caught global attention when she starred in the international production `Bride and Prejudice' based on a famous Jane Austen novel.

Rai also has the rare distinction of having her wax model featured in the famous Madam Tussaud's museum. The actress has also participated in several campaigns promoting a social cause. The doe-eyed actress plea urging people to donate their eyes after death, evoked a positive response. She also has contributed her mite to campaigns relating to polio and breast cancer.

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Naked News goes mobile

Naked News, which features nude presenters reading the day's headlines, could soon be available on mobile phones. According to Annanova.com executive producer David Warge said, "Naked News is the most successful transition from internet to television ever. We have shown that we offer a unique programme that attracts a large and loyal audience.

"We are planning to produce programme segments geared to the current state of mobile technology in Europe, something that our target group considers important. We will start with news, sports, entertainment and possibly even weather reports. As soon as North America is ready, we will produce a similar programme for that market."

Naked News was founded internationally in 1999 and quickly developed into a global media phenomenon. The broadcasts are available in 172 countries over the internet and through pay-per-view television in North America, the Caribbean and Europe.