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'La La Land' poised to lead Oscar nominations today
- January 28, 2017
To say the least, it is a record-tying, diverse list - Oscars nominations 2017. In a year in which many Oscar bait, yet relatively unmemorable movies were released ( Frost/Nixon , anybody?), hopes and odds were high that Christopher Nolan's film would become the first superhero movie to ever be honored with a Best Picture Oscar nomination . (more...)
- January 28, 2017
To say the least, it is a record-tying, diverse list - Oscars nominations 2017. In a year in which many Oscar bait, yet relatively unmemorable movies were released ( Frost/Nixon , anybody?), hopes and odds were high that Christopher Nolan's film would become the first superhero movie to ever be honored with a Best Picture Oscar nomination . (more...)
Actor John Hurt dead at 77
- January 28, 2017
But his most acclaimed role was of John Merrick in David Lynch's The Elephant Man . John Hurt has died . In recent years, audiences recognized him as wandmaker Garrick Olivander in the Harry Potter films, as the British dictator in "V for Vendetta " and as the disturbed Harold "Ox" Oxley in " Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull ". (more...)
- January 28, 2017
But his most acclaimed role was of John Merrick in David Lynch's The Elephant Man . John Hurt has died . In recent years, audiences recognized him as wandmaker Garrick Olivander in the Harry Potter films, as the British dictator in "V for Vendetta " and as the disturbed Harold "Ox" Oxley in " Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull ". (more...)
Trump Slams 'SNL,' Writer for Barron Trump Joke
- January 28, 2017
And it's not an easy thing for him. One person who should be off limits to criticism, however, is Trump's 10-year-old son, Barron . Amid major outcry, Rich was indefinitely suspended from her role on the show. And, by the way, I don't mind some humor but it's awful. It was inexcusable & I'm so sorry. The writer, Katie Rich, said that the First Son would became the country's first "homeschool shooter". (more...)
- January 28, 2017
And it's not an easy thing for him. One person who should be off limits to criticism, however, is Trump's 10-year-old son, Barron . Amid major outcry, Rich was indefinitely suspended from her role on the show. And, by the way, I don't mind some humor but it's awful. It was inexcusable & I'm so sorry. The writer, Katie Rich, said that the First Son would became the country's first "homeschool shooter". (more...)
Miss Universe participants represent their nations at National Costume Show
- January 28, 2017
Despite all the criticisms, Medina didn't fail to wow the crowd during the Miss Universe preliminary competition held on Thursday. Watch 1969 Miss Universe Gloria Diaz, 1973 Miss Universe Margie Moran, 1994 Miss Universe Top 6 Finalist Charlene Gonzales, 1999 Miss Universe First Runner-up Miriam Quiambao, 2010 Miss Universe Fourth Runner-up Venus Raj, 2011 Miss Universe Third Runner-up Shamcey Supsup, 2012 Miss Universe First Runner-up Janine Tugonon, 2013 ... (more...)
- January 28, 2017
Despite all the criticisms, Medina didn't fail to wow the crowd during the Miss Universe preliminary competition held on Thursday. Watch 1969 Miss Universe Gloria Diaz, 1973 Miss Universe Margie Moran, 1994 Miss Universe Top 6 Finalist Charlene Gonzales, 1999 Miss Universe First Runner-up Miriam Quiambao, 2010 Miss Universe Fourth Runner-up Venus Raj, 2011 Miss Universe Third Runner-up Shamcey Supsup, 2012 Miss Universe First Runner-up Janine Tugonon, 2013 ... (more...)
Rachelle Ann Go and Giles Terera among first names confirmed for Hamilton
- January 28, 2017
Miranda's multi award-winning musical tells the story of Alexander Hamilton , one of the founding fathers of America, with a score that blends hip-hop, R&B and traditional musical theatre. Ugoala is now playing Smokey Robinson in Motown the Musical in the West End. The production will begin previews November 21st, with an official opening to follow on December 7th. (more...)
- January 28, 2017
Miranda's multi award-winning musical tells the story of Alexander Hamilton , one of the founding fathers of America, with a score that blends hip-hop, R&B and traditional musical theatre. Ugoala is now playing Smokey Robinson in Motown the Musical in the West End. The production will begin previews November 21st, with an official opening to follow on December 7th. (more...)
Sean Astin's Role in 'Stranger Things' Season 2 Revealed
- January 28, 2017
Speaking with on a panel on the Fan2Sea Comic Con cruise, Harbour chose to reveal to fans and journalists about state of the sleepy town of Hawkins, Indiana as well as the state of the people in the municipality. "It's a year later in the story, so there are several things that happened last year, like Will has come back. So there's a lot of fallout with who knows what". (more...)
- January 28, 2017
Speaking with on a panel on the Fan2Sea Comic Con cruise, Harbour chose to reveal to fans and journalists about state of the sleepy town of Hawkins, Indiana as well as the state of the people in the municipality. "It's a year later in the story, so there are several things that happened last year, like Will has come back. So there's a lot of fallout with who knows what". (more...)
Judy Garland's Remains Are Being Moved from New York to L.A.
- January 28, 2017
Garland was reportedly flown out from JFK Airport Tuesday night, and she will be laid to rest in a private service at Hollywood Forever Cemetery , famous for its famous clientele. "She was to me the greatest talent who ever lived". While Luft died at 89 on September 15, 2005, the book was compiled from notes he had left. Luft's autobiography, Judy and I: My Life with Judy Garland, will be published by Chicago Review Press in March. (more...)
- January 28, 2017
Garland was reportedly flown out from JFK Airport Tuesday night, and she will be laid to rest in a private service at Hollywood Forever Cemetery , famous for its famous clientele. "She was to me the greatest talent who ever lived". While Luft died at 89 on September 15, 2005, the book was compiled from notes he had left. Luft's autobiography, Judy and I: My Life with Judy Garland, will be published by Chicago Review Press in March. (more...)
Amarinder is Cong CM candidate
- January 28, 2017
Calling Congress irrelevant and history, Modi asked if Punjab would want such a party in power. "The only thing that matters to him is Punjab's poor and farmers", the PM said. National Convener of Aam Aadm Party (AAP) Arvind Kejriwal today received a rousing welcome at Patiala , constituency of PPCC Chief Captain Amarinder Singh, when he took out massive road show in support of AAP candidate Dr Balbir Singh, which indicated towards the formation of AAP Government with massive mandate. (more...)
- January 28, 2017
Calling Congress irrelevant and history, Modi asked if Punjab would want such a party in power. "The only thing that matters to him is Punjab's poor and farmers", the PM said. National Convener of Aam Aadm Party (AAP) Arvind Kejriwal today received a rousing welcome at Patiala , constituency of PPCC Chief Captain Amarinder Singh, when he took out massive road show in support of AAP candidate Dr Balbir Singh, which indicated towards the formation of AAP Government with massive mandate. (more...)
Help Ntando secure a spot in Miss Universe
- January 28, 2017
Miss Philippines Maxine Medina dazzles in her swimsuit, evening gown, and national costume during the Miss Universe preliminary competitions held Thursday at the Mall of Asia Arena. Medina, 26, rocked in her swimsuit. Have you seen her wearing Carnival costumes? "The pressure is on, Barbados is very, very excited. and we feel like we have a good chance, so I am ready to represent my country", she said. (more...)
- January 28, 2017
Miss Philippines Maxine Medina dazzles in her swimsuit, evening gown, and national costume during the Miss Universe preliminary competitions held Thursday at the Mall of Asia Arena. Medina, 26, rocked in her swimsuit. Have you seen her wearing Carnival costumes? "The pressure is on, Barbados is very, very excited. and we feel like we have a good chance, so I am ready to represent my country", she said. (more...)
Five things we learned from the Oscar nominations
- January 28, 2017
Nominated for the award for supporting actress were Viola Davis in " Fences ", Naomie Harris in " Moonlight ", Nicole Kidman in " Lion ", Octavia Spencer in " Hidden Figures ", Michelle Williams in " Manchester by the Sea ". However, it's La La Land's turn this year to dominate the nominations. Oscar nominations 2017 surprised many with its unpredictable snubs. (more...)
- January 28, 2017
Nominated for the award for supporting actress were Viola Davis in " Fences ", Naomie Harris in " Moonlight ", Nicole Kidman in " Lion ", Octavia Spencer in " Hidden Figures ", Michelle Williams in " Manchester by the Sea ". However, it's La La Land's turn this year to dominate the nominations. Oscar nominations 2017 surprised many with its unpredictable snubs. (more...)
'Hamilton' stars in massive Ponzi scheme
- January 28, 2017
In the Broadway smash hit "Hamilton", actors playing Thomas Jefferson, James Madison and Aaron Burr sing "Follow the money and see where it goes", as they plot to take down their rival, Alexander Hamilton . Michael Bowen, a lawyer who is representing Meli, said the charges aren't true. Two New York men are facing a fraud lawsuit for allegedly running a Ponzi scheme that purported to be a ticket re-selling venture for in-demand shows including Adele concerts and Broadway's Hamilton play. (more...)
- January 28, 2017
In the Broadway smash hit "Hamilton", actors playing Thomas Jefferson, James Madison and Aaron Burr sing "Follow the money and see where it goes", as they plot to take down their rival, Alexander Hamilton . Michael Bowen, a lawyer who is representing Meli, said the charges aren't true. Two New York men are facing a fraud lawsuit for allegedly running a Ponzi scheme that purported to be a ticket re-selling venture for in-demand shows including Adele concerts and Broadway's Hamilton play. (more...)
'This one's for you, Roger': Patriots mural has message for NFL commissioner
- January 28, 2017
Now the Patriots are one victory from capturing another Vince Lombardi Trophy, and the NFC champion Falcons are all that stand in the way of a potential Brady/Goodell showdown. "So it would be an honor [to present him with the trophy]". Keep in mind, the Patriots finished the regular season ranked third in scoring offense at 27.6 points per game. (more...)
- January 28, 2017
Now the Patriots are one victory from capturing another Vince Lombardi Trophy, and the NFC champion Falcons are all that stand in the way of a potential Brady/Goodell showdown. "So it would be an honor [to present him with the trophy]". Keep in mind, the Patriots finished the regular season ranked third in scoring offense at 27.6 points per game. (more...)
Schuyler Sisters heading from 'Hamilton' to Super Bowl
- January 28, 2017
Pairing the stars of the hit musical with America's favorite sporting event, the Super Bowl, makes ideal sense. According to ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter, Renée Elise Goldsberry (Angelica Schuyler Church in Hamilton ), Jasmine Cephas Jones (Maria Reynolds and Peggy Schuyler Van Rensselaer), and Phillipa Soo (Elizabeth Schuyler Hamilton ) will sing in Houston. (more...)
- January 28, 2017
Pairing the stars of the hit musical with America's favorite sporting event, the Super Bowl, makes ideal sense. According to ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter, Renée Elise Goldsberry (Angelica Schuyler Church in Hamilton ), Jasmine Cephas Jones (Maria Reynolds and Peggy Schuyler Van Rensselaer), and Phillipa Soo (Elizabeth Schuyler Hamilton ) will sing in Houston. (more...)
Betty And Kevin Peep On Archie In New Riverdale Clip
- January 28, 2017
If you haven't seen an Archie comic since the jalopy-driving teen was debating whether to have a malt with Betty or Veronica, you're not ready for "Riverdale". "Is that like, blasphemous to say when we've got Cody on our show?" "Afterlife" and the new "Archie" comics gave Aguirre-Sacasa a much more potentially scandalous storytelling template to play with. (more...)
- January 28, 2017
If you haven't seen an Archie comic since the jalopy-driving teen was debating whether to have a malt with Betty or Veronica, you're not ready for "Riverdale". "Is that like, blasphemous to say when we've got Cody on our show?" "Afterlife" and the new "Archie" comics gave Aguirre-Sacasa a much more potentially scandalous storytelling template to play with. (more...)
Megyn Kelly's NBC Morning Show Takes Shape
- January 27, 2017
The hosts of the current 9 a.m. hour of "Today", Al Roker and Tamron Hall, would presumably continue with other duties they have with NBC News. Weeks after it was announced that Megyn Kelly would leave Fox News for NBC , there are reports that the political commentator will be moving into the 9 a.m. (more...)
- January 27, 2017
The hosts of the current 9 a.m. hour of "Today", Al Roker and Tamron Hall, would presumably continue with other duties they have with NBC News. Weeks after it was announced that Megyn Kelly would leave Fox News for NBC , there are reports that the political commentator will be moving into the 9 a.m. (more...)
'Riverdale': Meet the Cast of the New Archie Comics Series
- January 27, 2017
If you cannot watch the show live, it will be available on The CW app the following day.Will Archie finally choose between Betty and Veronica?After Jon Goldwater, CEO of Archie Comics and the son of the character's original creator, took control of the company, he made the shocking decision to kill off the character in 2014." Riverdale " is an Archie show with more sex appeal than you may be ready for from these characters.The "blonde bombshell" Betty Cooper was introduced alongside ... (more...)
- January 27, 2017
If you cannot watch the show live, it will be available on The CW app the following day.Will Archie finally choose between Betty and Veronica?After Jon Goldwater, CEO of Archie Comics and the son of the character's original creator, took control of the company, he made the shocking decision to kill off the character in 2014." Riverdale " is an Archie show with more sex appeal than you may be ready for from these characters.The "blonde bombshell" Betty Cooper was introduced alongside ... (more...)
Women stage massive anti-Trump protests across US
- January 27, 2017
As one of the Senate's top liberals, she said it had been "very difficult" to attend Trump's inauguration on Friday but she said it was important to do so. Our country needs to realize the importance of women's rights and that women's rights are human rights. Instead, he was met with protests nationwide, majority violent, while one group made a decision to take a different approach. (more...)
- January 27, 2017
As one of the Senate's top liberals, she said it had been "very difficult" to attend Trump's inauguration on Friday but she said it was important to do so. Our country needs to realize the importance of women's rights and that women's rights are human rights. Instead, he was met with protests nationwide, majority violent, while one group made a decision to take a different approach. (more...)
Vanity Fair Mexico hails Melania as 'the new Jackie Kennedy'
- January 27, 2017
Trump also floated a possible plan for paying for the wall: a 20% tax imposed on importers of the stuff that is made in Mexico and shipped to the U.S. Both the photo and the story are actually recycled from an earlier GQ spread, according to CNN (the magazines share a parent company). Trump was neither photographed nor interviewed explicitly for Vanity Fair Mexico though. (more...)
- January 27, 2017
Trump also floated a possible plan for paying for the wall: a 20% tax imposed on importers of the stuff that is made in Mexico and shipped to the U.S. Both the photo and the story are actually recycled from an earlier GQ spread, according to CNN (the magazines share a parent company). Trump was neither photographed nor interviewed explicitly for Vanity Fair Mexico though. (more...)
Marvel Confirms Full 'Black Panther' Cast and Synopsis as Production Begins
- January 27, 2017
Penned by Joe Robert Cole, the movie is set to hit USA theaters on February 16, 2018. Serkis is one of the most under-rated actors around, often behind motion-capture tech like he was for Chernin Entertainment/Fox's Dawn Of The Planet Of The Apes . (more...)
- January 27, 2017
Penned by Joe Robert Cole, the movie is set to hit USA theaters on February 16, 2018. Serkis is one of the most under-rated actors around, often behind motion-capture tech like he was for Chernin Entertainment/Fox's Dawn Of The Planet Of The Apes . (more...)
More than 100 puppies rescued from an overturned truck in NY
- January 27, 2017
The driver of box van, who was speeding, lost control of her vehicle and flipped on the slick highway, authorities said. Troopers Mark Bernard, Jordan Sheehan and Pete Peters assisted in the incident. All but four puppies were released back to the transport company on Thursday, the FLSPCA stated. "One of the puppies, a black lab, had a broken leg, and we had a shepherd puppy with a broken jaw", said Mosgrove. (more...)
- January 27, 2017
The driver of box van, who was speeding, lost control of her vehicle and flipped on the slick highway, authorities said. Troopers Mark Bernard, Jordan Sheehan and Pete Peters assisted in the incident. All but four puppies were released back to the transport company on Thursday, the FLSPCA stated. "One of the puppies, a black lab, had a broken leg, and we had a shepherd puppy with a broken jaw", said Mosgrove. (more...)
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