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Tue, 01/18/2011 - 13:16 by NeelamGoswami
It’s a girl for Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman! The celebrity couple announced Monday that they are the parents of a baby girl, according to numerous entertainment and celebrity news websites.
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Wed, 12/29/2010 - 18:58 by NeelamGoswami
English is the major language in communications, science, business, aviation, entertainment, radio and diplomacy around the world. But this dominant international language could soon be replaced by Chinese, at least on the World Wide Web.
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Fri, 12/17/2010 - 11:19 by Jordan DiPietro
More often than not, investors focus on finding the world's next big stock -- and for good reason. Buying a stock before it's about to skyrocket can launch you from rags to riches. However, it's almost as important to steer clear of the debris on your way toward investing prowess. That's why we've identified three stocks you don't want to touch with a ten-foot pole.
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Wed, 12/15/2010 - 11:49 by Brian D. Pacampara
Although we don't believe in timing the market or panicking over market movements, we do like to keep an eye on big changes -- just in case they're material to our investing thesis.
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Wed, 12/15/2010 - 07:17 by Brian D. Pacampara
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Mon, 12/13/2010 - 06:35 by Prince damin
Los Angeles -- Some cast members of Fox Television's hit show "Glee" were diagnosed with tonsillitis in Los Angeles, forcing cancellation of production, officials said.
Among the ill was Dianna Agron, who plays the show's head cheerleader, Entertainment Weekly reported.
The illnesses forced cancellation of Friday's taping and cast members who remained healthy got the day off.
Agron, Tweeting from her bed, said: "Note to self. Should have gotten a flu shot. In bed, hoping that medicine, soup, my computer and a marathon of movies will be the cure."
Cast member Lea Michele was in higher spirits, tweeting: "What a beautiful relaxing day! Went on an awesome hike and just (got) a massage! So happy it's the weekend!"
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Mon, 12/13/2010 - 06:33 by Prince damin
Los Angeles -- Sugar Ray singer and "Don't Forget the Lyrics" host Mark McGrath has sold his home in California for $1.25 million, records show.
McGrath sold his renovated 1931 country English-style house in Hollywood Hills above its listed price, The Los Angeles Times reported.
McGrath, 42, bought the property in 1995 for $365,000, public records show. It was listed at $1,199,000.
The home was purchased by artist Alexandra Nechita, and her boyfriend, fashion designer Dimitri Tcharfas.
The three-bedroom, two-bath home has a step-down living room with a vaulted ceiling that opens to a patio with views of Los Angeles. The breakfast room is a turret with built-in seating.
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Wed, 12/08/2010 - 10:08 by Prince damin
Culver City, Calif. -- Sony Corp. of America says it has extended Amy Pascal's employment agreement with Sony Pictures Entertainment where she is co-chairman.
Together with Michael Lynton, chairman and chief executive officer, they are responsible for overseeing all lines of business for the studio, including motion pictures for Columbia Pictures, Screen Gems and TriStar Pictures; worldwide television production and distribution; home entertainment; and digital productions for Imageworks and Sony Pictures Animation.
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Tue, 12/07/2010 - 09:53 by Prince damin
New York -- Showtime says it has renewed its U.S. drama series "Dexter" for a sixth season.
The announcement was made Monday by David Nevins, president of entertainment of Showtime Networks.
Season 5 of the show, starring Michael C. Hall, wraps up Sunday night.
Season 6's episodes are to go into production next spring in Los Angeles.
"'Dexter' is the best suspense drama on television," Nevins said in statement Monday. "To grow its audience so significantly in its fifth season is an enormous accomplishment by this amazing cast and crew. This is the easiest decision I've made since I got to Showtime."
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Wed, 12/01/2010 - 06:56 by Prince damin
Toronto -- Canadian pro sports executive Richard Peddie announced Tuesday he will retire in a year.
Peddie has been president and chief executive officer of Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment since 1998 after the company that owns the Toronto Maple Leafs added the NBA's Toronto Raptors and Air Canada Centre.
"Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment is what it is today due, in large measure, to the great team that Richard Peddie has built," said company Chairman Larry Tanenbaum said. "His leadership has demonstrated how a company like ours can be a leader in the community. When Richard retires, he will leave a wonderful legacy that is Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment."
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Tue, 11/30/2010 - 07:20 by Prince damin
Fort Lauderdale, Fla. -- Luminaries from the entertainment world are mourning the death of Canadian-born film and television actor Leslie Nielsen.
Nielsen died of complications of pneumonia in a hospital near his home in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., his family said Sunday. He was 84.
The actor was best known for his roles in the "Naked Gun" and "Airplane!" movies, as well as for his appearances on TV's "Police Squad!" "Goodyear Playhouse" and "Hawaii Five-O."
His other film credits included "Forbidden Planet" and "The Poseidon Adventure."
CNN said the actor was declared an Officer of the Order of Canada in 2003.
UsMagazine.com said numerous stars offered their condolences via Twitter upon hearing the news of Nielsen's death.
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Thu, 11/25/2010 - 06:10 by Prince damin
Los Angeles -- Susan Boyle's "The Gift" is No. 1 on the U.S. album chart for a second consecutive week, Billboard.com reported Wednesday.
Coming in at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 is Jackie Evancho's "O Holy Night," followed by Rihanna's "Loud" at No. 3, Josh Groban's "Illuminations" at No. 4 and Kid Rock's "Born Free" at No. 5.
Rounding out the top tier are Rascal Flatts's "Nothing Like This" at No. 6, Keith Urban's "Get Closer" at No. 7, the "Glee" cast's "Christmas Album" at No. 8, Taylor Swift's "Speak Now" at No. 9 and Nelly's "5.0" at No. 10.
Copyright 2010 United Press International, Inc. (UPI).
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