LOS ANGELES, California: When you mention animal charities many people's eyes start to glaze over. But what you add PlayBoy bunnies? Oh, and the chance to party at the Playboy Mansion? Bow wow wow to that!

SPRINGFIELD, USA: Woohoo! Finally, after decades of waiting, The Simpsons Movie is here. A global phenomenon, the show has changed our language, our culture and the way we look at ourselves.

LOS ANGELES, California: It is a dog's life indeed, especially if you are Tinkerbell - Paris Hilton's four-legged friend. But is a life of luxury everything it is cracked up to be?

LOS ANGELES, California: Proof that one is born every day, a mystery bidder has paid $305 on ebay for a can of organic dog food once owned by hotel heiress and socialite Paris Hilton.

And if that wasn't enough, the can was empty. Paris's beloved pet Chihuahua 'Tinkerbell' was unavailable for comment.

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania: When you use the words 'Nora' and 'music' in a sentence, it's a safe bet you'd be referring to singer/songwriter Norah Jones and not a humble pussycat.

But that's about to change. Make way for the latest 'Nora' music sensation sweeping the world - Nora, the piano-playing cat!

SAN DIEGO, California: Limited edition, a one-year warranty and a 12-month wait - the new designer 'super breed' Ashera might just make your tabby obsolete.

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