(AP) ‘Twilight’ finale leads Razzies worst-of listLOS ANGELESThe “Twilight” finale had better reviews than the franchise’s previous four movies, but you’d never know it from the Razzie nominations singling out Hollywood’s worst of the year. “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn
By NEDRA PICKLERAssociated PressWASHINGTONPresident Barack Obama can expect some sweet serenades at his inauguration ceremony, with hit-makers Beyonce, Kelly Clarkson and James Taylor scheduled to perform. Planners of the Jan. 21 event announced Wednesday that Beyonce will sing the national
James Taylor has seen fire and rain, but he likely hasn’t seen how intense a senatorial campaign can be. Could that change in the coming months? A public radio official is trying to coax the easy listening singer to run
(AP) Christie says he’s willing to talk about gun lawsTRENTON, N.J.New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie says he’s willing to have a conversation about stricter gun laws, but says policymakers also must address the mental health system, improve access to drug
(AP) New Illinois legislature has 3 charged lawmakersBy SOPHIA TAREENAssociated PressSPRINGFIELD, Ill.When Illinois’ new General Assembly takes the oath of office Wednesday, the state that’s still struggling to rebuild its image after two consecutive governors went to prison will set
The British flag was hoisted over Belfast’s City Hall on Wednesday for the first time since its removal a month ago sparked riots in Northern Ireland. On a sixth consecutive night of violence in the British province, protesters pelted police
UPDATE: Morgan’s producers have moved Mr. Shapiro’s appearance to Thursday night. Breitbart News Editor-At-Large Ben Shapiro, author of the new book Bullies: How The Left’s Culture of Fear and Intimidation Silences America, will appear on CNN’s “Piers Morgan Tonight” on Wednesday
By DAVID DISHNEAUAssociated PressFORT MEADE, Md.An Army private suspected of sending reams of classified documents to the secret-sharing WikiLeaks website was illegally punished at a Marine Corps brig and should get 112 days cut from any prison sentence he receives
(AP) Action figures for ‘Django Unchained’ draw protestBy The Associated PressSlavery-era action figures tied to Quentin Tarantino’s “Django Unchained” are raising questions about whether they’re appropriate. A line of figures of the movie’s main characters are on sale online, manufactured
TLC is looking for a few good women – preferably older and with a weakness for “The Graduate.” The cable channel wants to produce a new reality series focusing on much older women who date much younger men. TLC previously
The Daily Mail: The actor son of the legendary star Dennis Hopper is accused of raping a 15-year-old girl after luring her to his home with promises of a ‘casting couch’ photo shoot. The unidentified girl is suing Henry Hopper
By BRETT ZONGKERAssociated PressWASHINGTONFollowing an election when Latinos showed their growing political influence, a coalition of groups is coordinating a gathering of top Latino entertainers at the Kennedy Center in a series of events ahead of President Barack Obama’s inauguration.
By MARK KENNEDYAP Drama WriterNEW YORK Broadway is apparently sticking with its love affair with religion – this spring will welcome the “The Testament of Mary,” a play by Colm Toibin based on his 2011 novella about Jesus’ mother after
“The Daily Show” host Jon Stewart returned from his holiday break last night, and he wasted little time doing what he does best – trashing the GOP with manipulated facts. Stewart blasted Republicans for voting against Hurricane Sandy relief funding
(AP) Spielberg earns 11th Directors Guild nominationBy DAVID GERMAINAP Movie WriterLOS ANGELESSteven Spielberg has extended his domination at the Directors Guild of America Awards, earning a nomination Tuesday for his Civil War epic “Lincoln” to pad the record he already
Director Ben Affleck’s “Argo,” the true story of six Americans who escape from Iran courtesy of a science fiction film scam, is the Denver Film Critics Society’s selection for 2012’s best film. Affleck also earned honors for best direction in
Hollywood’s sudden embrace of Biblical stories may include Brad Pitt playing a religious figure some see as a classic film villain. Deadline.com reports Brad Pitt is considering the title role in the upcoming Warner Bros. epic “Pontius Pilate.’ It is
(AP) White House ramping up gun violence discussionsBy JULIE PACEAP White House CorrespondentWASHINGTONFacing an end-of-the-month deadline, the Obama administration is calling gun owner groups, victims’ organizations and representatives from the video-game industry to the White House this week for discussions
(AP) Giffords, Kelly launch gun control lobbying effortBy BOB CHRISTIE and BRIAN SKOLOFFAssociated PressPHOENIXFormer U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords and her husband launched a political action committee aimed at curbing gun violence on Tuesday, the second anniversary of the Tucson shooting
By SHAYA TAYEFE MOHAJERAssociated PressLOS ANGELESHuell Howser, the homespun host of public television’s popular “California’s Gold” travelogues, has died at age 67. Howser died at his home Sunday night from natural causes, said Ayn Allen, corporate communications manager for KCET.
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – As the Congress rushed last week to approve a “fiscal cliff” tax bill that raised income taxes on the wealthy, Washington lobbyists were fretting over a drama that was playing out within the negotiations: whether the bill
Argentine President Cristina Kirchner will go on a four-nation trip in a rented British airplane for fear that her official aircraft would be impounded in a debt dispute, the government said Monday. Despite a bitter war of words with London
Tonight, Breitbart News Editor-At-Large Ben Shapiro will appear exclusively on Fox News’ Hannity to discuss his new blockbuster, Bullies: How The Left’s Culture of Fear and Intimidation Silences America. He’ll also be appearing on Sean Hannity’s syndicated radio show today to discuss the book.
Global fast food chain McDonald’s is embracing its Australian nickname Down Under, with selected stores around the country changing their signage on Tuesday to “Macca’s”. The world-first change — a temporary measure — comes after a branding survey commissioned by
