Catrinel Menghia with dimples of Venus
2009 Sports Illustrated Swimwear model
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First Trailer for World Cup “Invictus” Movie Gets Released – From director Clint Eastwood, “Invictus” tells the inspiring true story of how Nelson Mandela (Morgan Freeman) joined forces with the captain of South Africa’s rugby team, Francois Pienaar (Matt Damon), to help unite their country (let alone featuring 2oceansvibe’s own “The Adventurer” as Brendon Venter! Newly elected President Mandela knows his nation remains racially and economically divided in the wake of apartheid. Believing he can bring his people together through the universal language of sport, Mandela rallies South Africa’s underdog rugby team as they make an unlikely run to the 1995 World Cup Championship match. [appletrailers]

Ronnie Wood Launches Fashion Line – Rocker Ronnie Wood has turned fashionista by launching an “electrifying” new clothing and accessories range based on his artwork. Rather than wanting to Paint It Black, the Rolling Stone has opted for colourful, edgy designs featuring swirling patterns and guitars for his line, launched at department store Liberty. [pressassociation]

How Crocs Crashed – Success is sometimes your own worst enemy. Just ask the management and stockholders at Crocs. A hot brand ends up in one of two different ways. It burns bright too fast and fizzles. Brands like this are known as fads. Or a brand burns hot then continues at a steady simmer. Brands like this are known as iconic. [riespieces]

Ex-Springbok Rob Louw Cancer Appeal – 2oceansvibe is giving its full support to Rob’s appeal, asking for as many people as possible to wear pink on Saturday – (especially to the rugby). Recently diagnosed with skin cancer, Rob makes it clear that this is not in support of him in particular, but cancer sufferers in general. [iafrica]

This Plastic Band Dissolves in Water – The November issue of CR (Creative Review) magazine will come in a revolutionary dissolvable bag. The packaging is made out of a water-soluble polymer which completely biodegrades in your sink, dishwasher or shower. The dissolvable material has no harmful residues and will dissolve into a non-toxic substance. [psfk]

The New Face of Scientology – In his first detailed interview since walking off Nightline last week, church spokesman Tommy Davis talks to Kim Masters about Monday’s startling public defection by Paul Haggis, addresses drug allegations—and explains his relationship with Tom Cruise. Plus, his former colleague speaks out. [dailybeast]

Amy Winehouse Had a Boob Job – As you can imagine she is now wondering around drunk, just like she used to; except now the display comes with silicon. And yes, of course they’re falling out. [egotastic]

Levi Johnston : “I Just Get Naked. That’s What I Do.” – The hockey-playing dad to Sarah Palin’s grandson, Johnston, 19, is ready for his Playgirl close-up. And while a date has yet to be set for his nude photo shoot, his manager Tank Jones told Usmagazine.com today, “it will be early November” in New York. [usmagazine]

New Monster Shark Cleans Great White – A giant shark that could be up to 20ft long has sent shockwaves across Australian beaches after a great white was nearly bitten in half. A stunning picture shows a 10ft predator thrashing about with two massive chunks missing on either side of its body, off the Queensland coast. Experts said its rival may be 20ft (about six metres) long, judging by the size of the huge bites. [sky]

Dead Celebrities, Big Bucks – This year, it’s hip to be dead. The deaths of so many celebrities in recent months have highlighted the continued public fascination with stars — even beyond the grave — and the booming industry surrounding dead celebs. “It’s been a crazy year,” said Scott Michaels, who runs findadeath.com. [cnn]

David Letterman and Me – One of the few women ever to write for Late Night with David Letterman, the author (a longtime V.F. contributor) remembers a hostile, sexually charged atmosphere. What’s to be done? Start by breaking late night’s all-male gag order. [vanityfair]

How to Blow $3.5 billion – Yahoo finally shuttered Geocities today. Acquired in 1999, Geocities was one of the costliest dot-com duds of of all time: $3.5 billion for an ugly, cash-bleeding homepage hosting service. And to think Google’s founders were simultaneously begging server funds. [valleywag]

Andre Agassi book says he used crystal meth – Andre Agassi used crystal meth while he was playing professional tennis, according to a new autobiography to be released next month. Agassi The Times of London plans to serialize the book and released details on Tuesday which describe how Agassi came to use the drug and how he avoided discipline by the ATP. In 1997, Agassi was struggling with his game and with his decision to marry actress Brooke Shields. His assistant, identified as Slim, introduced him to the drug, according to the excerpt. [espn]

Let Us Move On : Jordaan – Recent SA Football Association leadership squabbles will not affect the preparations for next year’s FIFA World Cup, Local Organising Committee head Danny Jordaan said on Tuesday. “People need to accept the outcome of a democratic process. Whoever is elected as a SAFA leader or appointed as Bafana Bafana coach remains in that position,” [sport24]

Michael Jackson Exhibit Dazzles London Audience – Michael Jackson fans are getting a new look at his prized possessions in a new exhibition at London’s O2 Center. The exhibit showcases many of Jackson’s iconic glittering costumes as well as the eclectic bounty of his personal collections including toys, a crown, a throne and numerous portraits of himself in a variety of styles and outfits. [luxist]

[thanks frans, paul]