Melbourne, Nov. 17 : Noted cricket columnist Peter Roebuck is of the view that Australian all-rounder Andrew Symonds must play in the first test against New Zealand at the Gabba in Brisbane, provided he is in the right frame of mind.

He said that Symonds is capable of changing a match with bat, ball or catch, and described him as a formidable competitor.

But, he cautioned that if Symonds had reservations about returning to the Australian team, or to cricket itself, then he should withdraw.

“If he is not enjoying his cricket, yearns for the fish and the freedom, then he must recognise it and step aside. Cynicism is destructive,” The Age quotes Roebuck as saying in an article written for it.

London, Nov 17 : British Home Secretary Jacqui Smi

New York, Nov 17 : Pop star Elton John may be married to a man but his sexuality couldn’t stop him from being bowled over by a charming woman.

John, who was in New York to attend the premier of “ Billy Elliot”, couldn’t stop gazing at a big-boobed brunette, while in the elevator at the St. Regis.

"A big-boobed brunette is in the elevator at the St. Regis with her cleavage pouring out when Elton steps in and it definitely catches his eye," the New York Post quoted a source, as saying.

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London, November 17 : Pop band Sugababes has had it once and for all with UK’s biggest music awards, who they claim have denied them “recognition”.

The London group, consisting of Keisha Buchanan, Heidi Range and Amelle Berrabah, is yet to claim a major Brit award despite their six No. 1 hits, two Guinness World Records, sale of 5.5 million albums – even a visit from Brit PM Gordon Brown.

“I’m proud that Gordon Brown is recognising us, but why not the Brits? We’re British for God’s sake and we’ve done well. Surely we deserve an award after all the hard work we’ve done?” the Mirror quoted Keisha as saying.

Chicago, Nov. 17 : Incoming U. S. First Lady Michelle Obama has said that the family is yet to make a decision on whether to send their two daughters to a public or a private school.

“You know, we''re still in the process of figuring out that transition. And what we have asked people to understand is that the decision that we make will be based on the best interest of the girls,” Michelle told CBS 60 minutes.