Dame Shirley Bassey claims that it is insulting to say professional singers "belt" out songs.

Dame Shirley Bassey says that fame isn't "lasting" anymore because celebrities aren't looked after.
Your affection for Cheryl Cole will come in handy when you hear her first solo album.
Find out which songs DS thinks the Final 10 X Factor stars will be singing this week.
Paul McCartney reportedly signs up to play at the Children In Need Rocks concert.

Sir Paul McCartney, Lily Allen and Take That are confirmed for a Children In Need concert next month.

Dame Shirley Bassey reportedly asks her record label to pay £270,000 so she can stay at The Ritz.
Shirley Bassey says that both she and Gary Barlow were nervous when they first met.

Dame Shirley Bassey is announced for the 2009 BBC Electric Proms lineup.

Dame Shirley Bassey will perform and mentor contestants on this year's X Factor, say reports.
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Wednesday, 17:30 on Five.
Home and Away: 4953: Ruby conjures a plan to help Charlie.
Wednesday, 18:00 on Five.
Hollyoaks: 2688: Anita's lies are exposed.
Wednesday, 18:30 on Channel 4.
Emmerdale: Natasha confronts Nathan and Leyla.
Wednesday, 19:00 on ITV1.
Coronation Street: John's released from prison.
Wednesday, 19:30 on ITV1.
EastEnders: Archie makes a shock confession to Peggy.
Thursday, 19:30 on BBC One.