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Ben Gazzara, method actor known for intense film, Broadway, TV performances, dies in NY at 81

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

NEW YORK, N.Y. - Ben Gazzara, whose powerful dramatic performances brought an intensity to a variety of roles and made him a memorable presence in films, on television and on Broadway in the original "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof," has died at age 81.

Country star Keith Urban makes return from vocal surgery during Opry appearance

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Keith Urban is back.

Mel Gibson, LA County sheriff listed as possible witness in deputy's discrimination case

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Attorneys for a deputy who arrested Mel Gibson on suspicion of drunken driving want to call the Oscar-winner as a witness during an upcoming trial to determine if the officer suffered discrimination because of the case.

Son of actor Ryan O'Neal gets 16 months in prison for drug-fueled car crash near San Diego

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

SAN DIEGO - A San Diego judge has sentenced the son of actor Ryan O'Neal to 16 months in prison for his involvement in a drug-fueled, head-on car crash last year that left another driver injured.

Comedian Mike Epps calls himself the 'ambassador' for Super Bowl' while promoting his hometown

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

INDIANAPOLIS - Comedian Mike Epps has been singing the praises of his hometown for years. Now, he is glad his celebrity friends such as Snoop Dogg and rapper Wiz Khalifa are finally get to experience the city while in Indianapolis for the Super Bowl.

Watchdog rules Sun TV interview acceptable after receiving record complaints

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

TORONTO - A Canadian broadcast watchdog has ruled that an "aggressive" Sun News TV interview was acceptable after receiving a record number of complaints from viewers.

Canadian children's writer Joyce Barkhouse, author of 'Pit Pony,' dies at age 98

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

TORONTO - Canadian children's author Joyce Barkhouse, whose novel "Pit Pony" was adapted for the small screen as a Gemini Award-winning film and a series, has died.

Taking notice of men's undergarments, industry recognizes sweet spot between need, fashion

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

Some things are fashion, and some are necessity. Where do men's undergarments fall? Increasingly, right in the middle.

Bob Barker appalled by Price is Right's Calgary Stampede prize

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

A prize giveaway from "The Price is Right" for a trip to two to mark the 100th anniversary of the Calgary Stampede has former host Bob Barker stomping mad.

Earlier launch pays off for Montreal Fashion Week

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

Opting to be fashionably early appears to be paying off for Montreal's semi-annual style showcase.

'Soul Train' host Don Cornelius dies of self-inflicted gunshot wound

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

Don Cornelius, the silken-voiced host of TV's "Soul Train" who helped break down racial barriers and broaden the reach of black culture with funky music, groovy dance steps and cutting-edge style, died early Wednesday of an apparent suicide. He was 75.

Kate Bosworth stars in JewelMint fashion film directed by Michael Polish

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

Actress and fashion entrepreneur Kate Bosworth has a new film premiering today - but unlike her previous Hollywood flicks, such as 21 and Blue Crush, this one takes a decidedly more chic approach.

Sports Illustrated puts musicians in spotlight with models as part of swimsuit issue(2)

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

Sports Illustrated shines a light on musicians in the famed annual swimsuit issue.

First lady Michelle Obama pushes Jay Leno to eat healthy

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

First lady Michelle Obama cajoled Jay Leno into nibbling on apples, sweet potato fries and a pizza made with eggplant, green peppers and zucchini on the "Tonight Show," breaking his long-held aversion for all-things-healthy in his diet.

Winner of Bieber-signed car auction says he'll double his bid to $80,000

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

STRATFORD, Ont. - The man who paid $40,000 for a car signed by Justin Bieber says he's not done shelling out the bucks.

Shoe designer Stuart Weitzman not looking to join others with low-price line

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

The latest trend in fashion is to create discount collections with department stores, but don't expect to see famed shoe designer Stuart Weitzman jumping on that bandwagon.

Nunavut Literacy Council translates Robert Munsch book into Inuit language

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

IQALUIT, Nunavut - The Nunavut Literacy Council has published the book "Just One Goal," by acclaimed Canadian children's author Robert Munsch, in the Inuit language.

Story of Malcolm X friend revealed in documents accidentally discovered in storage unit

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

DETROIT - Documents outlining the crime that landed Malcolm X in prison in the 1940s are among some 1,000 recently unearthed items purchased jointly by the civil rights leader's foundation and an independent collector of African-American artifacts.

Neil Young says Steve Jobs listened to vinyl because of higher fidelity

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

Legendary rocker Neil Young took his campaign for higher-fidelity digital sound to the stage of a technology conference Tuesday, saying a giant of the industry was on his side: the late Steve Jobs.

DC Entertainment to bring back Watchmen characters in prequels to original 1986-87 series

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

More than a quarter of a century after "Watchmen" intrigued readers with tales of less-than-heroic and all-too-human — save for Dr. Manhattan — crime-fighting vigilantes, DC Entertainment is revisiting them in a series of original prequels this summer.

Oscar nominated filmmaker Joshua Fox arrested at House hearing, lacked credentials

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

WASHINGTON - An Academy Award-nominated documentary filmmaker was arrested at a House of Representatives hearing on Wednesday after he tried to film the proceedings without the required media credentials.

Lisa Marie Presley talks about new Graceland exhibit, says she may make movie about Elvis

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Over the years, Lisa Marie Presley has become dissatisfied with movies chronicling her father's life, so she just might make a film about the rock 'n' roll icon.

Spain's Prado Museum says copy of 'Mona Lisa' done in da Vinci studio

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

MADRID - A "Mona Lisa" copy owned by Spain's Prado Museum was almost certainly painted by one of Leonardo da Vinci's apprentices alongside the master himself as he did the original, museum officials said Wednesday.

Amy Winehouse's coroner resigns, singer's family says it is seeking advice on what to do next

2/3/2012 3:06:04 PM

LONDON - The coroner who oversaw the inquest into the death of singer Amy Winehouse has resigned after her qualifications were questioned, officials said Wednesday — raising the possibility the investigation may have to be held again.

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