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  • June 2008

    • YouTube Divorcee Hubby Goes to Court

      newser  |  New York Daily News  |  Jun 28, 08 8:38 AM CDT

      YouTube Divorcee Hubby Goes to Court

      "I felt absolutely awful, I was humiliated, I was embarrassed, I was hurt," the husband of YouTube sensation Patricia Walsh-Smith said yesterday in a New York divorce court. "I felt violated in every sense of the word." Philip Smith was telling his side of the story—to a judge—after his wife's series of angry videos spilled endless details about their stormy and apparently sexless marriage of 9 years to millions. More »

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      YouTube  • divorce  • sex  • online privacy  • rich  • invasion of privacy

    • Oprah Tops Powerful Celebs List Again

      newser  |  Forbes  |  Jun 12, 08 11:12 AM CDT

      Oprah Tops Powerful Celebs List Again

      Forbes ranks the 100 most powerful celebs of 2008 (complete with tweens), and Oprah leads the pack for the second year running. Stars are judged on the size of their paychecks and media clout, including their showing on the Internet. Here's how the A-listers stacked up: Oprah Winfrey Tiger Woods Angelina Jolie Beyonce Knowles David Beckham   More »

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      list  • celebrity  • media  • Tiger Woods  • Oprah Winfrey  • Angelina Jolie  • Brad Pitt  • JK Rowling  • David Beckham  • Johnny Depp  • Jay-Z  • Beyonce  • rich  • Forbes  • The Police

  • May 2008

    • Tight Economy Leaves Wealthy Vexed in the City

      newser  |  New York Times  |  May 31, 08 2:10 PM CDT

      Tight Economy Leaves Wealthy Vexed in the City

      Think you’ve got it bad in these tough times? Then consider the swarms of Wall Street bankers and Upper East Side developers whose income has slid along with the nation’s economy. Lawyers, art advisers, personal trainers, and hairstylists to the privileged say their clients gripe about having to cut back on $350 highlights and $10,000-an-hour jet rentals. More »

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      New York  • economy  • luxury  • rich

    • How the Rich Can Buy Time

      newser  |  W  |  May 4, 08 2:49 PM CDT

      How the Rich Can Buy Time

      Time is truly the currency of the rich, and W offers tips on today's ultimate luxury. How to save a few of those grains in the hourglass: Delegate: Outsourcing isn’t just for heartless CEOs—pay people to break in your smoking jackets for you. Don’t bother with books: Enlist a minion to do the reading, then give you the highlights. More »

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      wealth  • luxury  • rich  • lifestyle  • time

    • Peek at Perks in $2B Mansion

      newser  |  Forbes  |  May 3, 08 1:43 PM CDT

      Peek at Perks in $2B Mansion

      The world's fifth-richest man, Mukesh Ambani, beat the competition with plans to build the first billion-dollar home to grace this earth, Forbes reports. In fact, his 27-story high-rise in India will cost $2 billion when it's done next year. Some of its frills: Nine elevators dot the lobby. 80% of the ballroom’s ceiling has crystal chandeliers. Indian accents keep the modern mansion true to its surroundings. More »

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      billionaire  • skyscraper  • rich  • Mumbai  • luxury homes

  • April 2008

    • So That's What's Under the Beehive

      newser  |  Times (UK)  |  Apr 25, 08 3:50 PM CDT

      So That's What's Under the Beehive

      Amy Winehouse may not always look like $20 million, but that’s how much she’s worth, according to the Times of London. The 24-year-old singer has had a troubled year—today, for example, she was arrested for assault after an alleged rampage Wednesday night—but she’s together enough financially to crack the Times’ Young Music Millionaires list for the first time. More »

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      music  • Amy Winehouse  • Paul McCartney  • rich

    • Recession Not Slowing Ultrarich

      newser  |  New York Times  |  Apr 14, 08 10:02 AM CDT

      Recession Not Slowing Ultrarich

      As many Americans batten down the hatches, the über-rich are still living it up, the New York Times reports. Already this year, 71 New York apartments have sold for more than $10 million—compared to just 17 in 2007. The good times were so good, many say, they haven’t had to cut back on impulse purchases like yachts, Bentleys and dream celebrations. More »

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      recession  • economy  • luxury goods  • rich  • ultra rich

  • February 2008

    • Top 10 Dating Tips for Rich Guys

      newser  |  TheStreet  |  Feb 23, 08 8:21 AM CST

      Top 10 Dating Tips for Rich Guys

      Wealth can present its own obstacles to romantic success. Here are TheStreet.com's dating tips for landing a woman who doesn't just love the money: Lose your PDA/Blackberry/etc. Whatever it is, it's not that important. Focus on the person right in front of you. Do pick up the check—it's only right. She can get the next one. Don't pick up the waitress. For that matter, don't flirt with anyone. Don't spend more than $100 on a first date. No. 2 notwithstanding, avoid indulging in ostentatious spending sprees. More »

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      list  • relationship  • dating  • rich  • dating tips  • wealthy men  • bachelors

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