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Seventh Harry Potter film breaks franchise record

Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows Part I is the highest grossing film in the franchise.

The seventh movie featuring the adventures of the boy wizard has overtaken the first film in the series 2001's Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone to take over $US657mil (RM1,997mil) outside of North America.

Jeff Robinov, President of Warner Bros. Pictures Group, said in a statement: "It's tremendously gratifying to reach this benchmark as we enter the final stretch of this remarkable journey. We share this achievement with Jo Rowling, whose books are the foundation of this rich and vibrant world, as well as the talented people who brought her vision to life on the screen."

Warner Bros. representative Veronika Kwan-Rubinek added: "These numbers speak to the phenomenal and enduring strength of this property, which has captivated audiences across all borders, regardless of age or culture."

The success of the franchise has made stars Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint - who play Harry Potter, Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley respectively - among Britain's richest young celebrities.

Last year Daniel was estimated to have made $US73mil (RM221.9) from 'Harry Potter' with Emma making $US33mil (RM100.3) and Rupert raking in $US30mil (RM91.2mil).

Harry Potter And The Deathly Hollows Part II - the final movie in the series - is due for release on July 15.
Source: Bang!Extranet

Published March 13 2011

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Mother charged fare after giving birth in taxi

A new mother was forced to pay a £40 (RM195) 'soiling fee' on top of her journey costs - after giving birth in the back of a taxi.

Mellisa Crosdale, 22, was left stunned after her cab driver demanded she cough up the money after her waters broke on the back seat.

And despite Mellisa screaming in agony during the birth of her daughter - the driver simply sat there with his eyes glued to the ticking meter.

She said: "It's lucky it was a quick birth - else I could have faced paying a small fortune.

"It was unbelievable, he just sat there and didn't even turn round to check on what was happening.

"All he did was stare at the meter, he didn't even offer to help once. It's disgusting the way I was treated.

"My baby was still attached to the umbilical cord and it was five to ten minutes before the paramedics arrived - then another 15 to 20 until I was put in the ambulance.

"But he still insisted I had to pay him the money there and then. I couldn't believe what I was hearing.'

Source: The Daily Mail