Wednesday, May 16, 2012 |
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Obama keeps up with Kardashians, Avengers, morePresident Barack Obama can hold his own when it comes to pop culture: He’s up on “The Avengers” superheroes, has a handle on the Kardashians and says he catches up with TV hits during long … |
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Wednesday, May 16, 2012 |
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Real ‘Jersey Boys’ to embark on national tourIn a basement in a quiet suburb 10 miles west of Manhattan, the characters of a bygone era in pop music are brought to life in mellifluous four-part harmony. Sherry is there, deciding whether or … |
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Wednesday, May 16, 2012 |
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Judge: No common-law marriage for Gary ColemanA Utah judge has dealt a blow to a bid by Gary Coleman’s ex-wife to gain control of the late child TV star’s estate. The Salt Lake Tribune reports Judge James Taylor ruled Monday that … |
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Wednesday, May 16, 2012 |
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The Scoop: Obama on The View, Jersey Boys reunion, Gary Coleman’s ex… |
Tuesday, May 15, 2012 |
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The Scoop: ‘Avengers’ rules with record $103m 2nd weekend‘Avengers’ scores $103m record “The Avengers” followed a record-shattering $200 million opening with another Hollywood high – a $100 million-plus second weekend. The superhero tale took in $103.1 million to remain the No. 1 film … |
Sunday, May 13, 2012 |
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Springsteen adds 2 Massachusetts dates to his tourBruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will bring the Wrecking Ball Tour to Massachusetts, including his second performance at the world’s oldest baseball park in Boston. Springsteen made history on Sept. 3, 2003, when … |
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Sunday, May 13, 2012 |
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Betty White reveals her presidential preferenceBetty White says she usually keeps her political views private but in this presidential election strongly favors one candidate. As she prepares to visit the Smithsonian Institution and National Zoo next week, White told The … |
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Sunday, May 13, 2012 |
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Eagles, Krauss honored at Boston music schoolThe largest independent college of contemporary music in the world has awarded honorary degrees to the Eagles and Grammy Award-winning country singer Alison Krauss at a ceremony in Boston. The city’s Berklee College of Music … |
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Saturday, May 12, 2012 |
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Fox renews ‘Touch,’ cancels ‘The Finder,’ ‘Alcatraz’‘Touch’ renewed, Bacon added Fox has picked up three comedies and two dramas for the 2012-13 season, stealing a familiar face from NBC and nabbing Kevin Bacon in the process. In addition, the network renewed … |
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Thursday, May 10, 2012 |
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The Scoop: ‘The Avengers’ to assemble for a sequel; Court victory for ex-Village People lead singer Victor WillisCourt victory for ex-lead singer A judge in Los Angeles says the original lead singer of the Village People can reclaim at least partial ownership of the copyrights to more than two dozen of the … |
Tuesday, May 8, 2012 |
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London jogger: Dustin Hoffman saved my lifeA man who had a cardiac arrest while jogging in London’s Hyde Park says his life was saved with help from a famous passer-by – Dustin Hoffman. Sam Dempster said Tuesday that the actor waited … |
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Tuesday, May 8, 2012 |
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2 women battle over Gary Coleman estateGary Coleman’s ex-wife wants a judge to award her the child TV star’s estate. Shannon Price testified Monday in 4th District Court that even though the two divorced in 2008, they kept living together and … |
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Tuesday, May 8, 2012 |
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‘Lost’ star Matthew Fox arrested for DUI in OregonActor Matthew Fox, star of the television series “Lost,” has been charged with drunken driving in Oregon. Police in Bend say the 45-year-old who lives in the Central Oregon city was stopped early Friday after … |
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Monday, May 7, 2012 |
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Model, billionaire settle NYC child support fightSupermodel Linda Evangelista and a billionaire French businessman have reached an agreement in their child support fight. Lawyers for Evangelista and Francois-Henri Pinault plan to give the details to a magistrate on Tuesday. Evangelista says … |
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Monday, May 7, 2012 |
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Sculptor known for ‘LOVE’ works sued by Monaco manAn art buyer from Monaco has filed a lawsuit against Pop artist Robert Indiana, the sculptor known for his “LOVE” works. Joao Tovar filed the lawsuit against Indiana last week in Maine’s Knox County Superior … |
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Monday, May 7, 2012 |
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ABC, Univision teaming for news network in EnglishABC News and Univision on Monday announced a joint venture to create an English-language news network aimed at Latinos that will offer online content this summer and be on television next year. The venture, which … |
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Saturday, May 5, 2012 |
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The Scoop: Vampire Diaries, Kardashian divorce, Free Comic Book DayCW orders more ‘Vampire Diaries’ Ahead of its upfront presentation to advertisers, the CW announced early pickups for “The Vampire Diaries,” “90210” and “Supernatural” – that’s right, the Winchester brothers aren’t going anywhere. For those … |
Friday, May 4, 2012 |
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Seniors eyed for ‘Marigold Hotel’About three years ago, producer Graham Broadbent visited the offices of Peter Rice, who was then running Fox Searchlight Pictures. Stacked near Rice’s DVD player were discs of the senior citizen comedies “Cocoon” and “Cocoon: … |
Thursday, May 3, 2012 |
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PBS brings back ‘Sherlock’ show for second season‘Sherlock’ back on PBS Coming back beginning Sunday to a PBS station near you is a new season of the BBC’s “Sherlock” on “Masterpiece Mystery!” The popular modern reinterpretation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s “Sherlock … |
Wednesday, May 2, 2012 |
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The Scoop: Retro Olympics opening, Baby girl for Jessica Simpson, Jazz Day in New Orleans… |
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Tuesday, May 1, 2012 |
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New Orleans concert marks International Jazz DayNEW ORLEANS (AP) – As the morning sun spilled over the New Orleans’ skyline Monday, jazz musicians Herbie Hancock, Ellis Marsalis and others kicked off International Jazz Day with a sunrise concert that included ritual … |
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Tuesday, May 1, 2012 |
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Duran Duran to headline outdoor Olympic concertLONDON (AP) – There will be a retro feel at a concert to mark the start of the 2012 London Olympics, with 1980s heartthrobs Duran Duran among the headliners. Organizers said Tuesday that the band, … |
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Tuesday, May 1, 2012 |
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Jessica Simpson gives birth to a baby girlNEW YORK (AP) – The Jessica Simpson baby watch is finally over. Simpson gave birth to a daughter named Maxwell Drew Johnson in Los Angeles on Tuesday, said publicist Lauren Auslander. Maxwell weighed 9 lbs. … |
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Tuesday, May 1, 2012 |
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Justin Bieber and others boost ‘Call Me Maybe’Carly Rae Jepsen’s adorable pop song “Call Me Maybe” (Schoolboy/Interscope) would probably have found an audience the old-fashioned way. It’s catchy and upbeat and has a chorus that’s instantly memorable. It’s one of those songs … |
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Friday, April 27, 2012 |
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The Scoop: John Cusack as Poe, Snooki has a new look & Beach Boys tourCusack readsto play Poe Starting Friday, when “The Raven” opens, we can all see John Cusack bring the 19th century writer Edgar Allan Poe to life. The premise of the film seems pretty 21st century: … |
Thursday, April 26, 2012 |
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The Scoop: Kardashians sign E! deal; Topher Grace takes on theater; Beyonce named ‘World’s Most Beautiful’ by People MagazineKardashians sign E! deal E! thinks there’s even more to keep up with: The network confirmed Tuesday the Kardashian family has signed a three-year deal with it. The pact gives viewers three more seasons of … |
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Wednesday, April 25, 2012 |
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The Scoop: Ted Nugent in court over illegal hunting, Celebs aid schoolsThe Nuge set for court date Rocker Ted Nugent is scheduled for a court hearing in Alaska on Tuesday, when he is expected to plead guilty to transporting a black bear he illegally killed. The … |
Tuesday, April 24, 2012 |
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Ted Nugent set for court date in illegal kill caseANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) – Rocker Ted Nugent is scheduled for a court hearing in Alaska on Tuesday, when he is expected to plead guilty to transporting a black bear he illegally killed. The conservative activist … |
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Tuesday, April 24, 2012 |
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Actors, artists aim to turn around failing schoolsWASHINGTON (AP) – Sarah Jessica Parker, Kerry Washington and Forest Whitaker are adopting some of the nation’s worst-performing schools and pledged Monday to help the Obama administration turn them around by integrating arts education. The … |
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Tuesday, April 24, 2012 |
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The Scoop: Blige, CoachellaBlige to sing anthem at Derby Grammy winner Mary J. Blige will sing the national anthem at this year’s Kentucky Derby. A statement from Churchill Downs on Monday says Blige, who has been called the … |
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Saturday, April 21, 2012 |
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TV game-changer Fox marks 25th year SundayLOS ANGELES (AP) – Television networks are masters of self-promotion, so it’s no surprise that Fox is carving out two prime-time hours Sunday to celebrate its 25th year. But why quibble over the hoopla planned … |
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Saturday, April 21, 2012 |
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The Scoop: Disney chairman, Hunger Games sequel, summer moviesDisney chairman stepping down After less than three years on the job, Rich Ross is out as chairman of Walt Disney Studios. Ross’ departure, which was largely expected throughout Hollywood, follows a period of management … |
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Friday, April 20, 2012 |
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The Scoop: Zac Efron in ‘The Lucky One,’ Gotye hits US, Cannes Film Festival‘The Lucky One’ a matter of trust Actors Zac Efron and Taylor Schilling discovered the importance of trust while filming “The Lucky One,” a romance based on the book by Nicholas Sparks. Efron plays a … |
Thursday, April 19, 2012 |
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The Scoop: Tupac Shakur hologram tour may be in future; Robert DeNiro to speak at Bates College in MaineTupac hologram could tour The late Tupac Shakur rose again Sunday night at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival – brought to life by James Cameron’s visual production house, Digital Domain, and two hologram-imaging … |
Wednesday, April 18, 2012 |
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Avengers, Spidey, Batman lead huge summer lineupAs superhero summers go, this one is truly super. Amid one of the most-promising box-office seasons Hollywood has ever served up, three movies stand above the rest. The first weekend in May brings “The Avengers,” … |
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Monday, April 16, 2012 |
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Guns N’ Roses jams way into Rock HallAn All-Star jam featuring some of rock’s biggest names has ended this year’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Members of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, the final act to be inducted, were … |
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Monday, April 16, 2012 |
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3-D release steers ‘Titanic’ past $2 billion markJames Cameron has shored up his position as king of the worldwide box office. Cameron’s 1997 blockbuster “Titanic” sailed beyond the $2 billion mark in lifetime ticket sales, thanks to a 3-D re-release of the … |
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Monday, April 16, 2012 |
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‘Matilda’ mops up 7 prizes at theater’s OliviersMischievous musical “Matilda” dominated British theater’s Olivier Awards on Sunday, winning seven prizes including a joint best-actress trophy for the four children who play the title role. Written by the playwright Dennis Kelly, with music … |
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Sunday, April 15, 2012 |
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Jolie-Pitt engagement certain to fuel media frenzyWill and Kate were just the warm-up for the true wedding of the century. After years of cohabitation, six kids and countless tabloid headlines, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie made it official: They plan to … |
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Sunday, April 15, 2012 |
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Lionel Richie, Pamela Anderson among tax scofflawsPamela Anderson and Lionel Richie owe the government money. California tax authorities said Anderson owes $524,241 in personal income taxes. The Franchise Tax Board included the “Baywatch” star on a list of the state’s 500 … |
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Saturday, April 14, 2012 |
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The Scoop: Jolie & Pitt engaged, Johansson on ‘Avengers’, We are YoungFinally! Jolie, Pitt get engaged After seven years as a couple, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are finally engaged. Pitt’s manager, Cynthia Pett-Dante, confirmed the news to The Associated Press in an email Friday. There … |
Thursday, April 12, 2012 |
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The Scoop: ‘Simpsons’ Springfield is in Oregon; Octomom’s van vandalizedOre. home state for ‘Simpsons’ One of the best-kept secrets in television history has been unmasked, with “The Simpsons” creator Matt Groening revealing the Springfield in Oregon is the basis for the hometown of his … |
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Obama keeps up with Kardashians, Avengers, more
Real ‘Jersey Boys’ to embark on national tour
Judge: No common-law marriage for Gary Coleman
The Scoop: Obama on The View, Jersey Boys reunion, Gary Coleman’s ex
The Scoop: ‘Avengers’ rules with record $103m 2nd weekend
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