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Miley Cyrus tour bus overturns in Va., killing driver
Friday, Nov. 20, 2009The driver of a Miley Cyrus tour bus was killed Friday when the bus overturned, but the 16-year-old “Hannah Montana” star wasn’t on board, Virginia State Police said. Full story »
Jennifer Lopez, Adam Lambert ready for AMA stage
Friday, Nov. 20, 2009Jennifer Lopez plans to include fireworks and an on-stage costume change in her performance at the American Music Awards. “American Idol” runner-up Adam Lambert will incorporate leather, chains and handcuffs into his. They will be among more than a dozen performers at Sunday’s ceremony, and they took time out Thursday to perfect their performances. Full story »
End of an era: Oprah Winfrey says prayer, thought influenced decision to end show
Friday, Nov. 20, 2009Oprah Winfrey was set to announce Friday that her powerhouse daytime television show, the foundation of a multibillion-dollar media empire with legions of fans, will end its run in 2011 after 25 seasons on the air. Full story »
'Twilight Saga: New Moon' heartthrob history
Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009Fifteen-year-old Chloe Bates is in love. A 10th-grader at an all-girls Catholic school, she lights up when she talks about her handsome 17-year-old honey. Chloe doesn't know too many boys, so she still gets a nervous, buzzy feeling whenever she thinks about HIM. Chloe is in love with Taylor Lautner, one of the hunky stars of the "Twilight" films. And she's not alone. Full story »
Grudge Match: Robert Pattinson vs. Taylor Lautner
Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009We compare two pop-culture subjects to see which you like better. To be included in next week's tally, vote for your favorite before noon on Monday. This week's match: Robert Pattinson vs. Taylor Lautner. Full story »
Locklear provides small boost for ‘Melrose Place’<
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009HOLLYWOOD — It’s not much of a comeback story, yet. Heather Locklear’s hyped return to The CW’s remake of “Melrose Place” did provide a bump in the ratings — but it was nowhere near as big a bump as the series seems to need.
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Brian Williams lauds Walter Cronkite in award acceptance
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009NBC newsman Brian Williams said Wednesday he’s not sure if Walter Cronkite would have succeeded in the age of cable news, blogs and Twitter. Williams spoke at a luncheon, where he was given the Cronkite Award from Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism. Full story »
Nicole Richie is hospitalized for pneumonia
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009Nicole Richie has been admitted to a Los Angeles hospital and is being treated for pneumonia. Her representative says she’s doing well. Full story »
The Insider: 'New Moon' drama accented benefit gala
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009Here is the final word on all the backstage scoop revolving around Knoxville’s “The Twilight Saga: New Moon” benefit screening earlier this week. Full story »
Taylor Swift to debut greeting card line in spring
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009Fresh off her triumph at the Country Music Association Awards, Taylor Swift has netted a deal to create a line of greeting cards. American Greetings Corp. CEO Zev Weiss says Swift’s abilities as a storyteller and songwriter make her a natural for writing cards that will appeal to all ages. Full story »
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