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White House Press Slams Invite-Only Briefing
- February 25, 2017
Before his report on President Donald Trump's speech at the Conservative Political Action Conference , Tapper took some time on CNN's "The Lead" to break down why it's such a problem that the White House barred certain media. He notes that other organizations had stood in protest when the Obama administration tried to exclude Fox News from interviews with its "pay czar" in 2009. (more...)
- February 25, 2017
Before his report on President Donald Trump's speech at the Conservative Political Action Conference , Tapper took some time on CNN's "The Lead" to break down why it's such a problem that the White House barred certain media. He notes that other organizations had stood in protest when the Obama administration tried to exclude Fox News from interviews with its "pay czar" in 2009. (more...)
Film Critic: Oscars 2017 could be the most boring in history
- February 25, 2017
WHO SHOULD WIN: "Moonlight". In truth, her role was more of a leading lady than a supporting actress , and she played the part with spirit and intensity, as she had on Broadway. It's only competition is another song from the same movie, " Audition ". " Zootopia " is the prohibitive favorite , thanks to its heavy reliance on message, but I prefer all the other nominees. (more...)
- February 25, 2017
WHO SHOULD WIN: "Moonlight". In truth, her role was more of a leading lady than a supporting actress , and she played the part with spirit and intensity, as she had on Broadway. It's only competition is another song from the same movie, " Audition ". " Zootopia " is the prohibitive favorite , thanks to its heavy reliance on message, but I prefer all the other nominees. (more...)
Beyonce Supports Transgender Youth & LGBTQ Students After Donald Trump's Controversial Decision
- February 25, 2017
Extending her support to the LGBTQ students, Queen Bey shared a link of GLSEN.org, an organisation that advocates for LBGTQ students, on her official Facenook page. On Wednesday (February 22), the US President announced that he would be repealing protections established under President Obama last May that allowed transgender students to use toilets matching their gender identity. (more...)
- February 25, 2017
Extending her support to the LGBTQ students, Queen Bey shared a link of GLSEN.org, an organisation that advocates for LBGTQ students, on her official Facenook page. On Wednesday (February 22), the US President announced that he would be repealing protections established under President Obama last May that allowed transgender students to use toilets matching their gender identity. (more...)
Daredevil's Drew Goddard Will Help Write Deadpool 2
- February 25, 2017
He seems a good fit to help out here, although Ryan Reynolds has clarified that the screenplay is still very much the work of Reese and Wernick. What's interesting here is that Reynolds doesn't actually mention Goddard's name whatsoever, which is either an innocuous oversight or a hint that Goddard's contribution - or lack thereof - is strictly limited to dotting the I's and crossing the T's of Deadpool's next adventure. (more...)
- February 25, 2017
He seems a good fit to help out here, although Ryan Reynolds has clarified that the screenplay is still very much the work of Reese and Wernick. What's interesting here is that Reynolds doesn't actually mention Goddard's name whatsoever, which is either an innocuous oversight or a hint that Goddard's contribution - or lack thereof - is strictly limited to dotting the I's and crossing the T's of Deadpool's next adventure. (more...)
La La Land Has Two Chances for Best Original Song Oscar
- February 25, 2017
This year's nine hopefuls averaged $54 million in domestic ticket sales before their nominations were announced, according to ComScore Inc., not enough to rank in the top 50 for the year. But you never realize how necessary a break in the action for a song and dance number is until you don't get one. The shortest televised broadcast was the 31st in 1959, that ran one hour 40 minutes. (more...)
- February 25, 2017
This year's nine hopefuls averaged $54 million in domestic ticket sales before their nominations were announced, according to ComScore Inc., not enough to rank in the top 50 for the year. But you never realize how necessary a break in the action for a song and dance number is until you don't get one. The shortest televised broadcast was the 31st in 1959, that ran one hour 40 minutes. (more...)
Rob Zombie Lands Voice Role In Guardians Of The Galaxy 2
- February 25, 2017
Zombie has had a role in several of Gunn's films, including Slither , Super and the first Guardians of the Galaxy . You can see the Instagram photo of Zombie and Gunn, below. And, as if this wasn't exciting enough, last July Jimmy Urine of electro-punks Mindless Self Indulgence announced that he will be making a debut in the upcoming Guardians Of The Galaxy sequel. (more...)
- February 25, 2017
Zombie has had a role in several of Gunn's films, including Slither , Super and the first Guardians of the Galaxy . You can see the Instagram photo of Zombie and Gunn, below. And, as if this wasn't exciting enough, last July Jimmy Urine of electro-punks Mindless Self Indulgence announced that he will be making a debut in the upcoming Guardians Of The Galaxy sequel. (more...)
Netflix will stream Tracy Morgan's new comedy special
- February 25, 2017
Staying Alive streams Tuesday, May 16th, exclusively on Netflix . Morgan subsequently underwent surgery and extensive physical rehab in order to learn to walk again, as well as cognitive therapies for a traumatic brain injury. He also starred as the unpredictable Tracy Jordan for seven seasons on NBC comedy " 30 Rock ", which was inspired by " SNL ". The actor has landed roles in the Ice Cube comedy Fist Fight and the upcoming comedies The Clapper , TAG and the biopic Richard Pryor: Is ... (more...)
- February 25, 2017
Staying Alive streams Tuesday, May 16th, exclusively on Netflix . Morgan subsequently underwent surgery and extensive physical rehab in order to learn to walk again, as well as cognitive therapies for a traumatic brain injury. He also starred as the unpredictable Tracy Jordan for seven seasons on NBC comedy " 30 Rock ", which was inspired by " SNL ". The actor has landed roles in the Ice Cube comedy Fist Fight and the upcoming comedies The Clapper , TAG and the biopic Richard Pryor: Is ... (more...)
'Biggest ever' antivenom dose saves boy bitten by spider in Australia
- February 25, 2017
Matthew's family used his shirt as a tourniquet to curtail the spread of the venom as he was rushed to hospital. He was given 12 vials of antivenom - an unheard-of amount and an Australian record, according to the Australian Reptile Park general manager, Tim Faulkner. (more...)
- February 25, 2017
Matthew's family used his shirt as a tourniquet to curtail the spread of the venom as he was rushed to hospital. He was given 12 vials of antivenom - an unheard-of amount and an Australian record, according to the Australian Reptile Park general manager, Tim Faulkner. (more...)
Patrick Stewart Doesn't Know His Own Penis
- February 25, 2017
Patrick Stewart may play the role of one of most powerful and knowledgeable psychic mutants in 20 Century Fox's X-Men franchise, however it seems like the actor used to know little about circumcision for a good part of his life. "While the credits were rolling I realised that if it was the end, there was no more flawless and handsome way to say, 'au revoir , goodbye, adios'". (more...)
- February 25, 2017
Patrick Stewart may play the role of one of most powerful and knowledgeable psychic mutants in 20 Century Fox's X-Men franchise, however it seems like the actor used to know little about circumcision for a good part of his life. "While the credits were rolling I realised that if it was the end, there was no more flawless and handsome way to say, 'au revoir , goodbye, adios'". (more...)
Rubio Confronted by Activist Over Skipping Town Hall in Miami
- February 25, 2017
Rubio's staff confirms he was meeting with world leaders in Europe this week, after skipping out at a town hall in Tampa . Eng, who is a political science and worldwide relations student in the class, says the protest started after the class ended, when students rushed around Rubio to take photos with him. (more...)
- February 25, 2017
Rubio's staff confirms he was meeting with world leaders in Europe this week, after skipping out at a town hall in Tampa . Eng, who is a political science and worldwide relations student in the class, says the protest started after the class ended, when students rushed around Rubio to take photos with him. (more...)
Will Hillary Clinton Appear at the Oscars? Host Jimmy Kimmel Says 'Possibly'
- February 25, 2017
Since 11 years the 2017 Oscars host Jimmy Kimmel has an on-going feud with actor Matt Damon. Speaking to Variety about his career, the amusing man - who has children Katie, 25, Kevin, 23, and two-year-old Jane, but is expecting another child with his wife Molly McNearny - said: "I$3 will do the show for another three years". (more...)
- February 25, 2017
Since 11 years the 2017 Oscars host Jimmy Kimmel has an on-going feud with actor Matt Damon. Speaking to Variety about his career, the amusing man - who has children Katie, 25, Kevin, 23, and two-year-old Jane, but is expecting another child with his wife Molly McNearny - said: "I$3 will do the show for another three years". (more...)
Rachel Lindsay Opens Up About Nick Viall Split: 'I Was Heartbroken'
- February 25, 2017
The Dallas native was announced as the next star of The Bachelorette earlier this month, despite now appearing as a contestant on the pre-recorded Bachelor , in which she tried to secure Nick Viall . Ellen goes on to say she thought Corinne was "crazy" while watching the show . "You think it would be easy [dating in the real world], but no!" Viall was similarly coy about the details behind his decision when he visited DeGeneres' show last week. (more...)
- February 25, 2017
The Dallas native was announced as the next star of The Bachelorette earlier this month, despite now appearing as a contestant on the pre-recorded Bachelor , in which she tried to secure Nick Viall . Ellen goes on to say she thought Corinne was "crazy" while watching the show . "You think it would be easy [dating in the real world], but no!" Viall was similarly coy about the details behind his decision when he visited DeGeneres' show last week. (more...)
Clooney dismisses rumours about girl and boy twins
- February 25, 2017
This is a shift for the couple, who has travelled extensively to such areas. Now that Amal Clooney's situation requires double security, the " Ocean's Eleven " star has made a decision to be "more responsible", Us Weekly reports. But George insisted this week that he and his wife do not know the twins' gender. He explained that it was the responsible thing to do in order to avoid potentially risky situations, especially with two Clooney babies on the way. (more...)
- February 25, 2017
This is a shift for the couple, who has travelled extensively to such areas. Now that Amal Clooney's situation requires double security, the " Ocean's Eleven " star has made a decision to be "more responsible", Us Weekly reports. But George insisted this week that he and his wife do not know the twins' gender. He explained that it was the responsible thing to do in order to avoid potentially risky situations, especially with two Clooney babies on the way. (more...)
Spotify announces three new original podcasts about the music industry
- February 25, 2017
But these new podcasts are proof that Spotify is serious about original content, even when it comes to mediums it's not normally known for. It's been a while since Spotify introduced the ability to stream podcasts through its app, but it's now taking the next logical step and producing its own content, with the introduction of three music-themed shows. (more...)
- February 25, 2017
But these new podcasts are proof that Spotify is serious about original content, even when it comes to mediums it's not normally known for. It's been a while since Spotify introduced the ability to stream podcasts through its app, but it's now taking the next logical step and producing its own content, with the introduction of three music-themed shows. (more...)
Foo Fighters confirmed as Glastonbury 2017 headliners
- February 25, 2017
Following their announcement of their first US show in roughly two years last month, Dave Grohl and the band have announced that they will be a headlining act at Glastonbury 2017, joining Radiohead as the only two bands officially confirmed for the festival. (more...)
- February 25, 2017
Following their announcement of their first US show in roughly two years last month, Dave Grohl and the band have announced that they will be a headlining act at Glastonbury 2017, joining Radiohead as the only two bands officially confirmed for the festival. (more...)
Watch The First Full Trailer for New Netflix Film "The Discovery"
- February 25, 2017
Reviews for The Discovery, which premiered at Sundance last month, have been mixed-to-positive . "You proved the existence of an afterlife", an interviewer says to Harber. Directed by Charlie McDowell and written by McDowell and Justin Lader, the film also features Jesse Plemons ( Breaking Bad , Fargo ), Riley Keough (American Honey) and Ron Canada (The Strain). (more...)
- February 25, 2017
Reviews for The Discovery, which premiered at Sundance last month, have been mixed-to-positive . "You proved the existence of an afterlife", an interviewer says to Harber. Directed by Charlie McDowell and written by McDowell and Justin Lader, the film also features Jesse Plemons ( Breaking Bad , Fargo ), Riley Keough (American Honey) and Ron Canada (The Strain). (more...)
Cheryl Cradles Baby Bump in New L'Oreal Campaign
- February 24, 2017
Neither Cole or Liam have spoken publicly about their coupling or their upcoming bundle of joy, but as it turns out, there might actually be a reason for that. Her former Girls Aloud bandmate, Kimberley Walsh, had let the news slip in an interview with Sunday People the month before. A new video of Cheryl and her baby bump has emerged. (more...)
- February 24, 2017
Neither Cole or Liam have spoken publicly about their coupling or their upcoming bundle of joy, but as it turns out, there might actually be a reason for that. Her former Girls Aloud bandmate, Kimberley Walsh, had let the news slip in an interview with Sunday People the month before. A new video of Cheryl and her baby bump has emerged. (more...)
Paula Patton Claims Robin Thicke Falsely Accused Her of Kidnapping Their Son
- February 24, 2017
Just one day ahead of a scheduled hearing for the ongoing custody battle over their 6-year-old son Julian , Paula Patton and Robin Thicke are at odds once again. Patton also claims in the documents that Thicke and his team have "engaged in conduct specifically created to influence the outcome of the DCFS investigation". (more...)
- February 24, 2017
Just one day ahead of a scheduled hearing for the ongoing custody battle over their 6-year-old son Julian , Paula Patton and Robin Thicke are at odds once again. Patton also claims in the documents that Thicke and his team have "engaged in conduct specifically created to influence the outcome of the DCFS investigation". (more...)
Just announced: John Mayer plays DTE in September
- February 24, 2017
Since then, Mayer has released three more full studio albums and is now releasing his latest album, " The Search for Everything ", in four separate EPs. The concert will feature full band, solo acoustic and John Mayer Trio sets of music. American Express and Citi card members can purchase tickets for the show before the general public beginning February 28 at 10 a.m. (more...)
- February 24, 2017
Since then, Mayer has released three more full studio albums and is now releasing his latest album, " The Search for Everything ", in four separate EPs. The concert will feature full band, solo acoustic and John Mayer Trio sets of music. American Express and Citi card members can purchase tickets for the show before the general public beginning February 28 at 10 a.m. (more...)
Disney and IMAX Extend Movie Deal Through 2019
- February 24, 2017
R2-D2, C-3PO, and BB-8 are all represented. The news of Star Wars The Last Jedi IMAX scenes comes in the announcement from Disney that this year will feature more of its films released on IMAX screens than ever before. Warwick Davis is set to host this panel, having played minor parts in numerous Star Wars films throughout the years. Daisy Ridley returns to star as Rey, with other returning stars John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Adam Driver, Domhnall Gleeson, Gwendoline Christie, Peter ... (more...)
- February 24, 2017
R2-D2, C-3PO, and BB-8 are all represented. The news of Star Wars The Last Jedi IMAX scenes comes in the announcement from Disney that this year will feature more of its films released on IMAX screens than ever before. Warwick Davis is set to host this panel, having played minor parts in numerous Star Wars films throughout the years. Daisy Ridley returns to star as Rey, with other returning stars John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Adam Driver, Domhnall Gleeson, Gwendoline Christie, Peter ... (more...)
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