Category: Celebrities

One 2017 concert possible for Swift

Taylor Swift has announced that her Saturday pre-Super Bowl performance may be her only concert of this year; she performed for the smallest number of fans in some time and she sang her newest single live for the first time. She also made some references to football during the 90-minute show, telling the crowd about her early country-turned-pop hit, You Belong With Me , with lyrics about high school cheerleaders, bleachers and boys.

Trump calls California ‘out of control’ in pre-game interview

President Donald Trump spoke about his dissatisfaction with California’s recent move toward becoming a sanctuary state in an interview with Bill O’Reilly that aired on FOX before the Super Bowl on Sunday. California state senators advanced bills Tuesday that would create a statewide sanctuary for people who are in the country illegally.

12 fun things to see and do in San Antonio this week

The day after the Super Bowl seems like a thankless gig for a stand-up comedian . But Hofstetter seems like the right man for the job, since his resume is dotted with sports-related entries – a syndicated “Sports Minute” segment, a “Sports Jerk of the Week” website he created in his teens, handing Yankees’ web content for a year.

’24: Legacy’ review: This American carnage isn’t stopping

2017 Fox Broadcasting Co. Cr: Guy D’Alema/FOX Fox’s real-time thriller “24” is back without Jack Bauer, but with a compelling new combatant in the war against terror in former Army Ranger Eric Gardner — a man on the run from acolytes of a terrorist mastermind he and his fellow soldiers had killed in Afghanistan.

With Bannon as Grim Reaper, ‘SNL’ mocks Trump gaffes

Actor Alec Baldwin returned to “Saturday Night Live” as US President Donald Trump on Saturday to mock the real-life bloopers made by the White House in the past week, with chief strategist Steve Bannon cast as the Grim Reaper. The cold open begins with Trump flanked by an assistant who assures him that his daughter Ivanka and son-in-law Jared have gone home for Shabbat.

SNL’: Melissa McCarthy skewers White House Press Sec. Sean Spicer

White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer has become the latest member of President Donald Trump’s administration to get the “Saturday Night Live” treatment, courtesy of actress and comedian Melissa McCarthy. In a surprise cameo, McCarthy mimicked Spicer’s famously combative first appearance with the White House press corps, where he angrily took issue with reports about the size of the crowd at Trump’s inauguration.

SNL’: Melissa McCarthy skewers White House Press Sec. Sean Spicer

White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer has become the latest member of President Donald Trump’s administration to get the “Saturday Night Live” treatment, courtesy of actress and comedian Melissa McCarthy. In a surprise cameo, McCarthy mimicked Spicer’s famously combative first appearance with the White House press corps, where he angrily took issue with reports about the size of the crowd at Trump’s inauguration.

Winners of the 69th Annual DGA Awards

The winners of the Directors Guild of America Outstanding Directorial Achievement Awards for 2016 were announced on Saturday during the 69th Annual DGA Awards at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills. Damien Chazelle won the DGA’s Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Feature Film for La La Land .

Winners of the 69th Annual DGA Awards

The winners of the Directors Guild of America Outstanding Directorial Achievement Awards for 2016 were announced on Saturday during the 69th Annual DGA Awards at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills. Damien Chazelle won the DGA’s Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Feature Film for La La Land .

‘SNL’: Melissa McCarthy spices up show

On this weekend’s ‘Saturday Night Live,’ from left: musical guest Alessia Cara, host Kristen Stewart and Leslie Jones, who played Samuel L. Jackson. On this weekend’s ‘Saturday Night Live,’ from left: musical guest Alessia Cara, host Kristen Stewart and Leslie Jones, who played Samuel L. Jackson.

The Latest: Travelers under Trump ban head to US via Beirut

The Latest on the reaction to U.S. President Donald Trump’s ban on travelers and immigrants from seven predominantly Muslim countries : Lebanon’s National News Agency is reporting that airlines operating out of Beirut international airport have begun allowing residents of the seven majority Muslim countries affected by President Donald Trump’s travel ban to board flights heading to the United States. The U.S. State Department reinstated visas Saturday of those travelers affected by Trump’s executive order after a federal judge in Seattle blocked the ban.

The Latest: Travelers under Trump ban head to US via Beirut

The Latest on the reaction to U.S. President Donald Trump’s ban on travelers and immigrants from seven predominantly Muslim countries : Lebanon’s National News Agency is reporting that airlines operating out of Beirut international airport have begun allowing residents of the seven majority Muslim countries affected by President Donald Trump’s travel ban to board flights heading to the United States. The U.S. State Department reinstated visas Saturday of those travelers affected by Trump’s executive order after a federal judge in Seattle blocked the ban.

Damien Chazelle Wins Directors Guild Award, – La La Land’…

Damien Chazelle has been named the best feature-film director of 2016 by the Directors Guild of America, a win that reinforces the frontrunner status of his musical “La La Land” at the Oscars. Chazelle was the clear favorite going into the DGA show, where he was competing against his fellow Oscar nominees Barry Jenkins , Kenneth Lonergan and Denis Villeneuve , and against Garth Davis for “Lion.”

Immigration & Union Pride Prevail At The DGA Awards In Wake Of Trump’s Travel Ban

More than halfway through tonight’s DGA Awards , President Donald Trump ‘s name wasn’t uttered, however, many winners and honorees alluded to his looming immigration travel ban, and defended their roots. While there weren’t any call-to-arms speeches that rivaled Stranger Things’ David Harbour’s at the SAG Awards last Sunday, immigration pride was a constant motif throughout the night.

Now ‘SNL’ is practically trolling Donald Trump

Now ‘SNL’ is practically trolling Donald Trump The show once again went after the president, as well as his press secretary Check out this story on azcentral.com: http://azc.cc/2kBiMAf This Oct. 1, 2016 photo released by NBC shows Alec Baldwin portraying Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump during a sketch on “Saturday Night Live,” in New York.

Kristen Stewart’s SNL opening monologue about Donald Trump

‘I think Trump is in love with my boyfriend!’ Kristen Stewart rips into president’s Twitter obsession with her and Robert Pattinson as she drops an F-bomb in her SNL opening monologue Stewart also dropped an F-bomb doing her monologue and joked that Trump probably wouldn’t like her because she is ‘so gay’ Kristen Stewart ripped into Donald Trump during her Saturday Night Live monologue, recounting the president’s Twitter obsession with her 2012 cheating scandal and joking that he must have been in love with her boyfriend. ‘Four years ago I was dating this guy named Robert,’ she said.

Melissa McCarthy plays Sean Spicer on Saturday Night Live

Stony-faced Trump attends Red Cross gala with Melania as White House files appeal challenging Seattle judge’s ‘terrible and ridiculous’ halt on his immigration ban amid country-wide protests DNA breakthrough leads to arrest of man ‘in his twenties’ in murder of Queens jogger Karina Vetrano – six months after she was found raped and strangled Trump supporters call for boycott of Budweiser after it unveils Super Bowl ad telling the story of its founder’s journey to the US as an immigrant ‘You think our country is so innocent?’: Trump doubles down on ‘respect’ for Putin and says ‘US has a lot of killers’ when told Russian president is ‘a killer’ for murdering journalists ‘So-called’ judge derided by Trump is a known conservative appointed by George W Bush who once declared ‘black lives matter’ during hearing on police reform Trump evades press pool AGAIN by going for an impromptu round of … (more)

Trump, Poroshenko Discuss Ukraine Conflict, Call for Cease-Fire

President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart discussed concerns about an escalation in fighting in eastern Ukraine and talked about bolstering the strategic partnership between their countries, according to a readout of the conversation. Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko called for boosting dialogue and economic ties with the U.S. and discussed a potential visit to Washington, Svyatoslav Tsegolko, Poroshenko’s press secretary, said in a Facebook post.

Ocean’s Eight

… for playing lawyer Marcia Clark in The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story, basically confirmed to Entertainment Tonight that the cast is getting along just fine. “We’re all texting each other making a plan for this dinner that we’re having …

Katie Price confesses to intimate night with Simon Cowell

‘I got this real sense of being with a man for the first time’: Katie Price confesses to intimate night with Simon Cowell… after hotly denying claims of a passionate fling Katie Price has confessed to spending a night in Simon Cowell’s bed during her glory days as one of Britain’s most successful glamour models. Speaking to The Sun On Sunday, the 38-year old reveals she was invited back to Cowell’s sprawling Holland Park mansion after crossing paths with the music mogul, 57, at the annual Comedy Awards.

Schwarzenegger jokes ‘smash Trump’s face’

The Celebrity Apprentice host told the Men’s Journal he suggested the idea to his assistant when he proposed organizing a one-hour meeting with his predecessor. The former Governor of California said he made the remarks after Trump slammed the opening night ratings of the NBC show he left before taking office, reports the Daily Mail .

Gary Cohn Emerges From Trump Shadows Touting Dodd-Frank Overhaul

President Donald Trump’s economic policies have a new public face, and it belongs to a balding Wall Street banker barely a month out of the No. 2 job at Goldman Sachs Group Inc. Gary Cohn, who left Goldman’s glass-and-steel lower Manhattan headquarters for a West Wing office with enormous potential clout, is taking on an expanded role as he fills a gap while the new administration waits to seat its Treasury Secretary.

You know what? I was Mary Richards

American actress Mary Tyler Moore sits at a desk in a scene from ‘The Mary Tyler Moore Show’ , Los Angeles, California, 1970. She died Jan. 25. American actress Mary Tyler Moore sits at a desk in a scene from ‘The Mary Tyler Moore Show’ , Los Angeles, California, 1970.

‘Wayne’s World’ Celebrates 25th Anniversary With Return to Theaters

Mike Myers and host Jimmy Fallon take turns tossing a six-sided die filled with random dances, like “perpetual motion,” they have to make up on the spot. We’re not worthy, but the cinema gods have blessed us with a limited run of “Wayne’s World” in theaters to celebrate its 25th anniversary! Although the flick officially turns 25 on Valentine’s Day, the 1992 cult classic will screen in 800 theaters across the country on Feb. 7 and 8. The film is based on the iconic “Saturday Night Live” sketch of the same name, a public-access rock show hosted by the movie’s title characters, Wayne Campbell and Garth Algar.

David Hasselhoff’s New Zealand adventures in sound

Did you know that in 1985, David “The Hoff” Hasselhoff drove a Holden Commodore, lived in Auckland and made an album of soppy love ballads? The Stubbies-wearing, L&P drinking, Rubix cube-solving Kiwis of New Zealand in 1985 mostly had no idea The Hoff once strode among them. “Not a lot of people know it happened.

Arnold Schwarzenegger Blows up the White House

TRUMP ASKS PEOPLE TO PRAY FOR ‘APPRENTICE’ RATINGS, SCHWARZENEGGER RESPONSE: ‘LET’S SWITCH JOBS’ The current host of “Celebrity Apprentice” and the former host of the show — also known as former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and current President of the United States Donald Trump — are feuding. On Thursday morning, Trump said during remarks at the National Prayer Breakfast that he wanted to “pray for Arnold” due to Schwarzenegger bringing in low ratings on “The Celebrity Apprentice.”

Kristen Stewart reveals her Saturday Night Live nerves

The 26-year-old star has resisted offers to present the iconic comedy show for years and now she’s finally decided to “bite the bullet”, Kristen admits to suffering some last-minute nerves. She shared: “For six years I’ve been a total wuss about it, and then I was finally like, at some point you have to bite the bullet, you know … and just fail.

Angelina Jolie attacks Donald Trump’s travel ban

The actress and UN ambassador fiercely criticised the decision to prevent refugees from entering America, saying the move would not make the country safer. Writing in the New York Times, Jolie, 41, said Mr Trump’s executive order – which blocked entry to the US for nationals from seven Muslim majority countries – risked fuelling extremism abroad and creating “more instability, hatred and violence”.

Trump pledges to end political limits on churches

Declaring that religious freedom is “under threat,” President Donald Trump vowed Thursday to repeal a rarely enforced IRS rule that says pastors who endorse candidates from the pulpit risk losing their tax-exempt status. “I will get rid of and totally destroy the Johnson Amendment and allow our representatives of faith to speak freely and without fear of retribution,” Trump said at the National Prayer Breakfast, a high-profile event bringing together faith leaders, politicians and dignitaries.

Arnold Schwarzenegger hits back at Trump, says ‘let’s switch jobs’

Washington D.C., [U.S.], Feb. 3 : Former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, who is the current host of “Celebrity Apprentice” is locked in a fierce battle with the former host of the show and current President of the United States Donald Trump. During remarks at the National Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, Trump had said that he wanted to “pray for Arnold” due to Schwarzenegger bringing in low ratings on “The Celebrity Apprentice.”

US condemns Russiaa s a aggressive actionsa in eastern Ukraine

U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley condemned Russia’s “aggressive actions” in eastern Ukraine on Thursday and warned Moscow that U.S. sanctions imposed after its annexation of Crimea will remain until the peninsula is returned to Ukraine. But the new American envoy tempered her criticism, saying it was “unfortunate” that she had to condemn Russia in her first appearance at the U.N. Security Council.

Trump vows to repeal political limits on churches

Declaring that religious freedom is “under threat,” President Donald Trump vowed Thursday to repeal a rarely enforced IRS rule that says pastors who endorse candidates from the pulpit risk losing their tax-exempt status. “I will get rid of and totally destroy the Johnson Amendment and allow our representatives of faith to speak freely and without fear of retribution,” Trump said during remarks at the National Prayer Breakfast, a high-profile event bringing together faith leaders, politicians and dignitaries.

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Those hateful words in an Instagram post were a catalyst for hundreds of people from all 50 states and 44 countries to give more than $800,000 to the International Rescue Committee, an organization that helps Syrian refugees. They were directed at, and later shared by, Kal Penn.

Trump vows to repeal political limits on churches

Warning that religious freedom is “under threat,” President Donald Trump vowed Thursday to repeal the Johnson Amendment, an IRS rule barring pastors from endorsing candidates from the pulpit.” “I will get rid of and totally destroy the Johnson Amendment and allow our representatives of faith to speak freely and without fear of retribution,” Trump said during remarks at the National Prayer Breakfast, a high-profile event bringing together faith leaders, politicians and dignitaries.

Trump vows to repeal political limits on churches

Warning that religious freedom is “under threat,” President Donald Trump vowed Thursday to repeal the Johnson Amendment, an IRS rule barring pastors from endorsing candidates from the pulpit.” “I will get rid of and totally destroy the Johnson Amendment and allow our representatives of faith to speak freely and without fear of retribution,” Trump said during remarks at the National Prayer Breakfast, a high-profile event bringing together faith leaders, politicians and dignitaries.

Here Is How NBC News Is Catering To Trump’s Presidency

A lot of attention in recent days has been paid to the Trump administration’s decision to freeze out CNN. Rather than focusing on why Trump is lashing out at CNN, a better question to ask is: Why does the Trump administration feel so comfortable with NBC and MSNBC? It was clear back in early January that NBC was building a Trump normalization machine when the network brought on former Fox News host Megyn Kelly, MSNBC brought on former Fox host Greta Van Susteren, and MSNBC’s Joe Scarborough started talking daily about his chats with the president.

Here Is How NBC News Is Catering To Trump’s Presidency

A lot of attention in recent days has been paid to the Trump administration’s decision to freeze out CNN. Rather than focusing on why Trump is lashing out at CNN, a better question to ask is: Why does the Trump administration feel so comfortable with NBC and MSNBC? It was clear back in early January that NBC was building a Trump normalization machine when the network brought on former Fox News host Megyn Kelly, MSNBC brought on former Fox host Greta Van Susteren, and MSNBC’s Joe Scarborough started talking daily about his chats with the president.

Trump Prays For Celebrity Apprentice Ratings At Prayer Breakfast UPDATE: Arnold Responds

At the usually somber event that calls for…you know…Presidential Humility and a bipartisan call for unity to face the challenging times ahead, Donald Trump told the faithful gathered there that nearly every other country is taking advantage of us and that hell yeah he was going to have to be tough with other nations so about that phone call where he hung up on Australia? “Don’t worry about it.” Oh, in case you don’t believe me, here’s the transcript of the President of the United States at the National Prayer Breakfast: The world is in trouble.

The Latest: Official details Trump, Australian leader call

A Trump administration official says President Donald Trump was “very strong” in his recent call with Australia’s prime minister. The official says Trump was particularly concerned about an Obama administration deal that would allow mostly Muslim refugees rejected by Australia to be resettled in the United States.

Arnold Schwarzenegger to ratings a experta Donald Trump: a Why dona t we switch jobsa

Arnold Schwarzenegger ripped Donald Trump in a video response Thursday morning after the president offered a prayer at the National Prayer Breakfast to save the former governor’s ratings as the new host of “The Celebrity Apprentice.” Mr. Trump, who was introduced at Thursday’s breakfast by “The Apprentice” franchise creator Mark Burnett, took a shot at Mr. Schwarzenegger’s ratings since taking over the show, which the president hosted from 2004 to 2015.

Trump vows to ‘totally destroy’ rule imposing political limits on churches

Warning that religious freedom is “under threat,” President Donald Trump vowed Thursday to repeal the Johnson Amendment, an IRS rule barring pastors from endorsing candidates from the pulpit. “I will get rid of and totally destroy the Johnson Amendment and allow our representatives of faith to speak freely and without fear of retribution,” Trump said during remarks at the National Prayer Breakfast, a high-profile event bringing together faith leaders, politicians and dignitaries.

Trump vows to ‘totally destroy’ rule imposing political limits on churches

Warning that religious freedom is “under threat,” President Donald Trump vowed Thursday to repeal the Johnson Amendment, an IRS rule barring pastors from endorsing candidates from the pulpit. “I will get rid of and totally destroy the Johnson Amendment and allow our representatives of faith to speak freely and without fear of retribution,” Trump said during remarks at the National Prayer Breakfast, a high-profile event bringing together faith leaders, politicians and dignitaries.

The Comedian

Most people may not remember, but Robert De Niro first appeared in scrappy little comedies directed by novice film director Brian De Palma, audacious late Sixties social satires like Greetings , The Wedding Party , and Hi Mom! .

Vin Diesel Surprise: – xXx’ Sequel Could Be China’s…

Paramount’s action thriller “xXx: Return of Xander Cage” arrives in China on Feb. 10, right after the Lunar New Year. And with a Hollywood headliner that has a massive Chinese fanbase, a couple local A-listers and insane stunts that should be catnip to the country’s action-loving audience, the studio is positioning the film to make a loud entrance in the Year of the Rooster.

Ellen uses ‘Finding Dory’ plot to criticize Trump order

In this June 8, 2016, file photo, Ellen DeGeneres arrives at the premiere of “Finding Dory” at the El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles. DeGeneres used the plot of the film on her syndicated chat show Monday, Jan. 30, 2017, to illustrate her stance on President Donald Trump’s recent executive order on immigration and refugees.

Bannon’s Power Spawns Fears of Frozen-Out Congress

Steve Bannon, and Kellyanne Conway, aides to President Donald Trump, are seen on the West Front of the Capitol after Trump was sworn in as the 45th president on Jan. 20. Whether President Donald Trump is honoring his Defense secretary, addressing reporters with the British prime minister or talking to a foreign leader in the Oval Office, his chief strategist, Steve Bannon, is never far away. Bannon’s casual blazers and tousled salt-and-pepper hair give him an everyman appearance, but lawmakers and experts are concerned the former Breitbart News executive and a few other top Trump aides are orchestrating an aggressive effort to consolidate power in the Oval Office.

Trump vows to repeal political limits on churches

The White House has issued a cryptic warning that the U.S. will act against Iran unless it stops testing ballistic missiles and supporting Houthi rebels in Yemen, but declined to say what retaliatory actions the… President Donald Trump says his administration has put Iran “on notice,” echoing comments from his top security adviser, Mike Flynn Eduardo Sanchez, spokesman for Mexico’s presidential office, denied the tone of the conversation was hostile or humiliating, saying it was respectful.

Trump vows to repeal political limits on churches

The White House has issued a cryptic warning that the U.S. will act against Iran unless it stops testing ballistic missiles and supporting Houthi rebels in Yemen, but declined to say what retaliatory actions the… President Donald Trump says his administration has put Iran “on notice,” echoing comments from his top security adviser, Mike Flynn Eduardo Sanchez, spokesman for Mexico’s presidential office, denied the tone of the conversation was hostile or humiliating, saying it was respectful.

CBS Hypes Anti-Trump Sentiment in the European Union and UK

As liberals around the country continued to rage over President Donald Trump’s not-a-travel-ban ban Tuesday evening, reporter Mark Phillips took the time on CBS Evening News to remind everyone that the people of Europe don’t care for our president either. ” Not just the crowds that have poured onto the streets of Europe are angry with Donald Trump, ” he reported, ” The disenchantment has now reached the highest levels of European politics.

Menendez Brothers Movie Starring Courtney Love a Go at Lifetime

The female-skewing cable network has tapped singer-actress Courtney Love to star in a telepic about the infamous Menendez family, The Hollywood Reporter has learned. Written by Abdi Nazemian and directed by reality TV producers Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato , the untitled project is based on a true story and explores the lives and motivations behind the murders of entertainment exec Jose Menendez and his wife, Kitty, by their sons, Lyle and Erik, in 1989.

James Cameron Hates Mythbusters

The controversy of whether Jack could have fit on that board with Rose at the end of Titanic is one of the internet’s longest-raging and dumbest controversies. If you’ve debated this for any period of time, or even posed the question, the answer is, “Here, play in traffic with this loaded gun for a while.”

CEO Jeff Bezos says Amazon backs suit opposing Trump order

In this Dec. 14, 2016, file photo, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos speaks during a meeting with President-elect Donald Trump and technology industry leaders at Trump Tower in New York. The Washington Post, which is owned by Bezos, reported Jan. 30, 2017, that Bezos wrote in an internal email to Amazon employees that company lawyers have prepared a “declaration of support” for a lawsuit being brought by Washington state’s attorney general against President Donald Trump and the administration over Trump’s executive order on immigration and refugees.

O’Reilly warns Trump:Be careful on travel ban

Fox News’s Bill O’Reilly says President Trump must exercise caution on his temporary ban on visitors from seven Muslim-majority nations. “President Trump is being responsible setting up new refugee standards as long as they are fully explained and expedited in a timely manner,” he said during Monday’s broadcast of “The O’Reilly Factor.”

Moore a trailblazer who will be missed

… the life she lived. And, it goes without saying that for a few generations of Americans, she is missed as an entertainment figure and as an American woman. Moore, who died last week at the age of 80, burst into the American consciousness in 1961 as …

Banderas rushed to hospital

Antonio Banderas was reportedly rushed to hospital on Thursday after suffering “agonising pains in his chest” during a workout session. The 56-year-old actor was exercising at his home in Surrey, England on Thursday when the pain began, leading to paramedics being called.

Kal Penn among celebrities to denounce Trump’s travel ban

President Trump’s executive order barring millions of refugees and citizens of seven Muslim-majority countries from the United States has spurred a surge in donations to humanitarian and rights groups like the American Civil Liberties Union. The A.C.L.U. raised more than $24 million in donations from at least 356,306 donors since Saturday, the first full day of the immigration ban, said Anthony D. Romero, the organization’s executive director.

“Hidden Figures” celebrates its cast win at the SAG Awards.

Director Theodore Melfi, from left, Saniyya Sidney, Kimberly Quinn, Octavia Spencer Janelle Mone and Taraji P. Henson of “Hidden Figures” celebrate the SAG Awards cast win. Director Theodore Melfi, from left, Saniyya Sidney, Kimberly Quinn, Octavia Spencer Janelle Mone and Taraji P. Henson of “Hidden Figures” celebrate the SAG Awards cast win.

The Latest: Trump says hea s made his Supreme Court choice

President Donald Trump says he will announce his pick for the Supreme Court on Tuesday night. Trump tweeted Monday that he has “made my decision” and will announce it Tuesday at 8 p.m. President Barack Obama had nominated Merrick Garland for the post, but Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell refused to take up the nomination.

David de Alba: The man who would be Judy Garland

The legacy of actress and singer Judy Garland, who enjoyed a 40-year career of international stardom, is being maintained by Las Vegas singer-impressionist David de Alba.Not only does he look like and sound like the superstar who died at age 47, but David also owns one of the most vast, rare and unique Judy Garland and “The Wizard of Oz” memorabilia collections at his Las Vegas home that has been appraised at thousands of dollars.Judy starred in more than 24 movies, won Golden Globes, was Emmy-nominated for TV series and recorded 22 albums. David is no typical lip-syncing drag queen.On March 12, he will sing many of her songs and narrate funny anecdotes that Judy told in her 1960s TV appearances, plus anecdotes when they met.

SAG Awards: A night when politics trumped the prizes themselves

Hidden Figures dominate Screen Actor Guild awards, with many using the opportunity to denounce Donald Trump’s recent travel ban executive order. Anyone tuning in to the SAG Awards on Sunday thinking they might be escaping news headlines for a couple of hours was quickly disabused of that notion as winner after winner used the platform to speak out against President Donald Trump’s immigration ban.

Bombshell Sophie Turner oozes Hollywood glamour

Six people are killed and eight more wounded in a ‘terrorist attack on Muslims’ after masked gunmen ‘shouting Allahu Akbar’ open fire in a Quebec City mosque before police arrest two suspects Hollywood declares war on Trump: SAG Awards descends into a night-long protest as multiple stars use their moment in the spotlight to rail against President’s immigration ban Trump accuses McCain and Graham of trying ‘to start World War III’ after they release joint statement calling his immigration ban ‘a self-inflicted wound in the fight against terrorism’ ACLU receives donations totaling $24million this weekend alone following Trump’s ‘Muslim travel ban’ – FIVE TIMES what it normally receives in a single year Green Card holders WILL be let in to the US confirms Trump’s Homeland Security chief despite ‘Muslim ban’ and says it is ‘in the national interest’ Church leaders speak out against Donald … (more)

SAG Awards 2017 highlights

Julia Louis-Dreyfus during The 23rd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at The Shrine Auditorium on January 29, 2017 in Los Angeles. Julia Louis-Dreyfus accepts Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series for ‘Veep’ onstage during The 23rd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at The Shrine Auditorium on January 29, 2017 in Los Angeles.

Protests erupt over travel ban

President Donald Trump’s travel ban barring citizens of seven predominantly Muslim nations entry into the U.S. has sparked protests around the country Saturday night and early Sunday morning. At Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, about 3,000 protesters holding signs and chanting “no hatred, no fear, immigrants are welcome here” and “let them in” gathered Saturday evening and continued demonstrating into early Sunday morning.

‘Gold’ movie review: Matthew McConaughey’s bonkers performance shoulders so-so drama

His character, Kenny Wells, is a capitalist dreamer, a prospector who hits bottom and takes a desperate gamble on a possible gold mine deep in the Indonesian jungle. For the role, McConaughey grew a beer-swollen paunch, capped his pearly whites with jagged falsies, and swept about 17 long hairs over a balding pate merging with a mass of greasy curls licking the top of his collar.

Kristen Stewart poses for breast cancer benefit at Knott’s

The doctor is in! Kristen Stewart poses with Peanuts character Lucy for breast cancer benefit at Knott’s Berry Farm The #ScreamAgainstBreastCancer benefit at the Los Angeles theme park Knott’s Berry Farm got a celebrity drop-in when it was held Saturday night. Kristen Stewart cut a casual chic look as she posed with a staff member dressed as Charles Schulz’ Peanuts character Lucy Van Pelt.

Officials say Trump, Putin avoided topic of sanctions

Officials say the thorny matter of U.S.-imposed sanctions on Russia didn’t come up during President Donald Trump’s first phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, which suggests that the more difficult obstacles to warmer relations between their nations can wait. Statements from the White House and the Kremlin described the conversation Saturday in positive terms, the same tone used in White House accounts of other calls Trump made to world leaders.

Arkansas chicken adjusts to one-legged life

What do a one-legged Rhode Island Red chicken and country music legend Reba McEntire have in common? They share a first name and a will to survive. In the country music star’s case, her will to survive is expressed in a song titled “I’m a Survivor,” that served as the theme song for her television show.

Sundance Boss Slams Donald Trump’s Muslim Ban At Awards Show

“As I’ve heard the news outside Park City during our time here, I’m more convinced than ever that independent perspectives in film and documentary matter,” Sundance Institute boss Keri Putnam told the Hollywood A-lister crowd tonight early in the awards ceremony for the 2017 Sundance Film Festival in a clear salvo to the opening days of the administration of Donald Trump . “I want to take a moment to talk about the international artists like these award winners, they are such an important part of our community,” Putnam added after announcing the Institute’s Global Filmmakers awards winners, that included Iran’s Massoud Bakhshi and her Yalda film.

12 gravesites and $200K angels for Moore’s Conn burial

Mary Tyler Moore, the actress recipient of Emmys, Golden Globe awards and People’s Choice Awards, at her home in Greenwich, Conn., Dec. 15, 2011. Mary Tyler Moore, the actress recipient of Emmys, Golden Globe awards and People’s Choice Awards, at her home in Greenwich, Conn., Dec. 15, 2011.

12 Classic shows you didn’t know Moore produced

Mary Tyler Moore is well-known as a comedian and actress, but her production company, MTM Enterprises, is responsible for a host of classic TV shows… The acclaimed sitcom that bears Mary Tyler Moore ‘s name ran for seven season and won numerous awards. It cemented Moore as a comedy legend.

British actor John Hurt, star of Harry Potter and ‘The Elephant Man,’ dies aged 77

British actor John Hurt, a two-time Oscar nominee who played a wide variety of roles on film, TV and in theater, has died aged 77 from pancreatic cancer, family members confirmed Saturday. The actor, who was critically acclaimed for his portrayal of Caligula in the highly regarded TV series “I Claudius”, as well as John Merrick in David Lynch’s “The Elephant Man” and wand expert Mr Ollivander in the “Harry Potter” films, was a character actor with a distinctive, smoky voice, who worked on both sides of the Atlantic in small, independent films as well as blockbusters.

Widow pays tribute to ‘most sublime of actors’ Sir John Hurt

The widow of Sir John Hurt has said it will be a “strange world” without the veteran actor following his death at the age of 77. Anwen Hurt said that the Oscar-nominated star died at his home in Norfolk on Wednesday after a battle with pancreatic cancer. In a statement to the Press Association, she said: “It is with deep sadness that I have to confirm that my husband, John Vincent Hurt, died on Wednesday 25th January 2017 at home in Norfolk.

Gambia’s new leader vows overhaul of feared security service

Hundreds of thousands turned out Thursday to greet President Adama Barrow… President Donald Trump bars all refugees from entering the United States for four months _ and those from war-ravaged Syria indefinitely _ declaring the ban necessary to prevent “radical Islamic terrorists” from… President Donald Trump bars all refugees from entering the United States for four months _ and those from war-ravaged Syria indefinitely _ declaring the ban necessary to prevent “radical Islamic terrorists” from entering the nation Ken Hartle, who as a Navy diver during World War II had the grim task of retrieving bodies from ships sunk by the Japanese at Pearl Harbor, has died Ken Hartle, who as a Navy diver during World War II had the grim task of retrieving bodies from ships sunk by the Japanese at Pearl Harbor, has died The March for Life has become a familiar ritual in Washington after more than … (more)

New lawsuit against Baylor alleges 52 rapes in 4 years

President Donald Trump bars all refugees from entering the United States for four months _ and those from war-ravaged Syria indefinitely _ declaring the ban necessary to prevent “radical Islamic terrorists” from… President Donald Trump bars all refugees from entering the United States for four months _ and those from war-ravaged Syria indefinitely _ declaring the ban necessary to prevent “radical Islamic terrorists” from entering the nation Ken Hartle, who as a Navy diver during World War II had the grim task of retrieving bodies from ships sunk by the Japanese at Pearl Harbor, has died Ken Hartle, who as a Navy diver during World War II had the grim task of retrieving bodies from ships sunk by the Japanese at Pearl Harbor, has died The March for Life has become a familiar ritual in Washington after more than four decades, but this year, abortion opponents have political momentum on … (more)

Trump, Putin to speak amid GOP concerns on sanctions

The March for Life has become a familiar ritual in Washington after more than four decades, but this year, abortion opponents have political momentum on their side The March for Life has become a familiar ritual in Washington after more than four decades, but this year, abortion opponents have political momentum on their side Far from the cacophony enveloping Washington in Trump’s first week in office, the Iowa voters who helped him capture the state and the presidency last November give the president high marks for reversing eight… Far from the cacophony enveloping Washington in Trump’s first week in office, the Iowa voters who helped him capture the state and the presidency last November give the president high marks for reversing eight years of Democrat Barack Obama’s policies A Syrian whose family was the first to be resettled in America as part of the U.S. “surge” refugee program … (more)

Hot Property: Business as usual?

We’ve already seen a lot of real estate activity in 2017 and we’re not even up to the Super Bowl, which traditionally kicks off the start of the sales season here in Southern California. If our prognosticator skills are intact and January is any indication, we’re in for another busy housing market as prices continue to creep upward.

Veteran British actor John Hurt dies

John Hurt attends a news conference for the film “Only Lovers Left Alive” during the 66th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes May 25, 2013. Oscar-nominated British actor John Hurt, known for his roles in Elephant Man and Harry Potter , has died aged 77 after a battle with pancreatic cancer, reports said Saturday citing his agent.

Decorated actor John Hurt dies at 77, reports say

Rickey McGill scored a career high 22 points and Deyshonee Much added 20 and Iona defeated Siena 77-66 on Friday night. DETROIT – Cody Wichmann tied his career high with 23 points, including a 3-pointer with 24 seconds left in overtime, Brock Stull had 16 FILE – In this Thursday, Feb. 6, 2014 file photo, actor John Hurt waves as he arrives for the opening of the film festival and the screening of the film The Grand Budapest Hotel during the International Film Festival Berlinale, in Berlin.

Donald Trump: ‘Madonna is disgusting’

U.S. leader Donald Trump has fired off at Madonna for revealing she thought about blowing up the White House after he was elected President in November . The pop superstar upset a lot of people with her stirring expletive-laden speech at the anti-Trump Women’s March in Washington, D.C. on Saturday , during which she admitted she was very upset about Trump’s victory.

Donald Trump: ‘Madonna is disgusting’

U.S. leader Donald Trump has fired off at Madonna for revealing she thought about blowing up the White House after he was elected President in November . The pop superstar upset a lot of people with her stirring expletive-laden speech at the anti-Trump Women’s March in Washington, D.C. on Saturday , during which she admitted she was very upset about Trump’s victory.

Star Trek’s Michael Dorn and Seasoned Stage Actress Caralyn Kozlowski Lead Antony and Cleopatra

Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF is thrilled to present William Shakespeare ‘s Antony and Cleopatra featuring Michael Dorn as Antony and Caralyn Kozlowski as Cleopatra. Dorn, best known for starring as Lieutenant Commander Worf in the syndicated television series Star Trek: The Next Generation, and Kozlowski, long-running stage actor with over 40 professional theater credits, will perform in Antony and Cleopatra from March 29 – April 30, 2017 in the Goldman Theater.

Star Trek’s Michael Dorn and Seasoned Stage Actress Caralyn Kozlowski Lead Antony and Cleopatra

Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF is thrilled to present William Shakespeare ‘s Antony and Cleopatra featuring Michael Dorn as Antony and Caralyn Kozlowski as Cleopatra. Dorn, best known for starring as Lieutenant Commander Worf in the syndicated television series Star Trek: The Next Generation, and Kozlowski, long-running stage actor with over 40 professional theater credits, will perform in Antony and Cleopatra from March 29 – April 30, 2017 in the Goldman Theater.

Family slayings investigation leads to unrelated drug case

President Donald Trump’s announcement that he is taking steps toward building a U.S.-Mexico border wall was welcome news for voters who say they’re glad he is following through on one of his biggest campaign promises President Donald Trump’s announcement that he is taking steps toward building a U.S.-Mexico border wall was welcome news for voters who say they’re glad he is following through on one of his biggest campaign promises Ohio authorities say the investigation into the fatal shootings of eight people from one family led to unrelated drug charges against two people, including a distant cousin of the victims Ohio authorities say the investigation into the fatal shootings of eight people from one family led to unrelated drug charges against two people, including a distant cousin of the victims An Ohio woman whose 11-month-old son died from ingesting heroin has pleaded guilty to … (more)

Family slayings investigation leads to unrelated drug case

President Donald Trump’s announcement that he is taking steps toward building a U.S.-Mexico border wall was welcome news for voters who say they’re glad he is following through on one of his biggest campaign promises President Donald Trump’s announcement that he is taking steps toward building a U.S.-Mexico border wall was welcome news for voters who say they’re glad he is following through on one of his biggest campaign promises Ohio authorities say the investigation into the fatal shootings of eight people from one family led to unrelated drug charges against two people, including a distant cousin of the victims Ohio authorities say the investigation into the fatal shootings of eight people from one family led to unrelated drug charges against two people, including a distant cousin of the victims An Ohio woman whose 11-month-old son died from ingesting heroin has pleaded guilty to … (more)

Peeping Tom? No, I’m a crossdresser actually

‘A disgrace’: President Trump blasts SNL writer for targeting his son Barron and calls Madonna ‘disgusting’ for talking about blowing up the White House in interview with Sean Hannity Miami bows to Trump: Mayor makes his town the first sanctuary city to accept Trump’s demands as he orders jails to cooperate with immigration officials Donald Trump ‘called the National Park Service on the first day of his presidency to complain about inauguration crowd photos’ What if David Muir’s kids were kidnapped? Trump doubles down on his support for torture and praises waterboarding after grilling by ABC reporter Trump tells Republicans he could slap 20 per cent tariff on Mexican imports to pay for his wall – and White House says that’s just one of the options Trump could PARDON sailor jailed in ‘very unfair’ case for photographing nuclear sub’s classified areas – after his leniency plea cited … (more)

Trump wants ‘safe zones’ set up in Syria

US President Donald Trump said Wednesday he “will absolutely do safe zones in Syria” for refugees fleeing violence in their country, devastated by years of civil war. In his first televised interview as president, Trump said Germany and other European countries had made a tremendous mistake by allowing millions of refugees through their borders.

How Donald Trump changed the presidency in 7 days

Amid a torrent of action, disruption and protest, the new President’s moves on trade, immigration and foreign policy have honored his campaign promises — and dramatically reshaped Washington’s role in national and global affairs. Some things are clear at the end of this jarring week.

Q&A: ‘Rush Hour,’ Ron Howard

… alleged deception, betrayal and embezzlement,” with several lawsuits. (Do you have a question or comment about entertainment past, present and future? Write to Rich Heldenfels, P.O. Box 417, Mogadore, OH 44260, or brenfels@gmail.com. Letters may be …

Britain’s May due in Turkey for talks with Erdogan

The March for Life has become a familiar ritual in Washington after more than four decades, but this year, abortion opponents have political momentum on their side The March for Life has become a familiar ritual in Washington after more than four decades, but this year, abortion opponents have political momentum on their side Far from the cacophony enveloping Washington in Trump’s first week in office, the Iowa voters who helped him capture the state and the presidency last November give the president high marks for reversing eight… Far from the cacophony enveloping Washington in Trump’s first week in office, the Iowa voters who helped him capture the state and the presidency last November give the president high marks for reversing eight years of Democrat Barack Obama’s policies A Syrian whose family was the first to be resettled in America as part of the U.S. “surge” refugee program … (more)

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The March for Life has become a familiar ritual in Washington after more than four decades, but this year, abortion opponents have political momentum on their side Far from the cacophony enveloping Washington in Trump’s first week in office, the Iowa voters who helped him capture the state and the presidency last November give the president high marks for reversing eight… Far from the cacophony enveloping Washington in Trump’s first week in office, the Iowa voters who helped him capture the state and the presidency last November give the president high marks for reversing eight years of Democrat Barack Obama’s policies A Syrian whose family was the first to be resettled in America as part of the U.S. “surge” refugee program believes President Donald Trump should help topple Syria’s regime rather than press to close off U.S…. A Syrian whose family was the first to be resettled in … (more)

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The March for Life has become a familiar ritual in Washington after more than four decades, but this year, abortion opponents have political momentum on their side The March for Life has become a familiar ritual in Washington after more than four decades, but this year, abortion opponents have political momentum on their side Far from the cacophony enveloping Washington in Trump’s first week in office, the Iowa voters who helped him capture the state and the presidency last November give the president high marks for reversing eight… Far from the cacophony enveloping Washington in Trump’s first week in office, the Iowa voters who helped him capture the state and the presidency last November give the president high marks for reversing eight years of Democrat Barack Obama’s policies A Syrian whose family was the first to be resettled in America as part of the U.S. “surge” refugee program … (more)

‘You don’t see presidents’ desks like that’

Donald Trump takes Fox News inside the Oval Office, where he explains the interesting reason why he chose the desk he uses. Courtesy: Fox News PRESIDENT Donald Trump has declared the “whole world is angry right now”, as he outlined his plans to screen people coming in to the US, fight terrorism and build a wall on the US border with Mexico.

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On Jan. 24, President Donald Trump signed executive orders to advance the Keystone XL and Dakota Access oil pipelines. Many celebrities have taken to Twitter to voice their outrage.

Trump to launch probe into unproven voter fraud claim

A spokesman said President Donald Trump will sign an executive action to commission an investigation into widespread voter fraud, raising the prospect of a federal government probe into a widely debunked claim and sparking alarm among experts and Democrats. White House press secretary Sean Spicer said Thursday that Trump would sign the order in the Oval Office but did not provide more details as to what it might entail.

The Story Behind the Iconic ‘Mary Tyler Moore Show’ Opening

Mary Tyler Moore , the late television legend best known for her role in “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” explained how the iconic opening to the show — featuring the actress tossing her hat up in the middle of an intersection — came to be, in an interview with Diane Sawyer that aired on ” Good Morning America ” in 2002. “Well, there was a man who was directing the opening titles.

Trump seeks investigation into unproven voter fraud claim

President Donald Trump declared Wednesday that he is ordering a “major investigation” into widespread voter fraud, raising the prospect of a federal government probe into a widely debunked claim and sparking alarm among experts and Democrats. Trump announced in a pair of tweets early Wednesday that the investigation will look at those registered to vote in more than one state, “those who are illegal and … even, those registered to vote who are dead .”

Dick Van Dyke on Mary Tyler Moore’s legacy

“The Dick Van Dyke Show” was a hit sitcom on CBS from 1961 to 1966. Mary Tyler Moore’s performance as Laura Petrie won her two Emmys. Comedian Dick Van Dyke, Moore’s longtime friend and co-star, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss their chemistry on TV and her legacy.

Actor Shia LaBeouf arrested at anti-Trump installation in Queens

Actor and filmmaker Shia LaBeouf was arrested after getting into a scuffle at an anti-Donald Trump art installation outside a Queens museum Wednesday afternoon, officials said. LaBeouf, who has had a series of run-ins with the law in the past, was attending an interactive installation he helped coordinate outside the Museum of the Moving Image in Astoria when a “shouting match” broke out between two groups, according to cops.

Rest in Peace, Mary Tyler Moore, Reluctant Feminist Icon

In 1970, when Moore embodied the character of flighty, 30-year-old single TV news producer Mary Richards on The Mary Tyler Moore Show , there was no other such woman portrayed on television – at least not one who was leading her own show or not dismissed as slutty. The only forerunner was Marlo Thomas in That Girl , but her Ann Marie was a 20-something on her way to marriage, while Mary was running away from the institution.

Fans freak out over Star Wars’ ‘hidden message’

Star Wars: The Last Jedi will hit cinemas in December, and in an interview on Monday at the Sundance Film Festival, Luke Skywalker himself Mark Hamill said he liked that the title was “straightforward” and “minimalist.” And according to some eagle-eyed fans, it also has a double meaning, linking to the title of the last film, The Force Awakens.

Cuba’s Castro Warns Trump to Respect Country’s Sovereignty

Cuban President Raul Castro on Wednesday said Cuba hoped to continue to normalize relations with the United States, but made clear the Trump administration should not expect concessions affecting the country’s sovereignty. President Donald Trump, before taking office, threatened to torpedo the still fragile detente between the former Cold War foes unless a “better deal” could be struck, without providing details.

Jay Z on Protests: – We Are the Power’

The hip-hop legend and activist sat down for a discussion about his new docuseries ‘TIME: The Kalief Browder Story,’ about the life of the titular wrongfully imprisoned teen who spent 800 days in solitary confinement without trial before taking his own life.

Ed Asner says Mary Tyler Moore had spunk, and this time he liked it

Ed Asner says Mary Tyler Moore had spunk, and this time he liked it Sitcom co-star says cast ‘worshipped’ Moore, and praises her as “an inspiration” to women. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2jrjQVT Edward Asner, left, Mary Tyler Moore and Ted Knight appear in a scene from the classic 1970s comedy, ‘The Mary Tyler Moore Show.’

Trump calls for probe into his own unsubstantiated voter fraud claim

President Donald Trump declared Wednesday that he is ordering a “major investigation” into widespread voter fraud, raising the prospect of a federal government probe into a widely debunked claim and sparking alarm among experts and Democrats. Trump announced in a pair of early morning tweets that the investigation will look at those registered to vote in more than one state, “those who are illegal and even, those registered to vote who are dead .”

Rest in Peace, Mary Tyler Moore, Reluctant Feminist Icon

In 1970, when Moore embodied the character of flighty, 30-year-old single TV news producer Mary Richards on The Mary Tyler Moore Show , there was no other such woman portrayed on television – at least not one who was leading her own show or not dismissed as slutty. The only forerunner was Marlo Thomas in That Girl , but she was a 20-something woman who was on her way to marriage, while Mary was running away from the institution.

Donald Trump announces – major’ voter fraud investigation

President Donald Trump tweeted early Wednesday that he is ordering a “major investigation” into voter fraud, revisiting unsubstantiated claims he’s made repeatedly about a rigged voting system. The investigation, he said, will look at those registered to vote in more than one state, “those who are illegal and even, those registered to vote who are dead .”

Dan Aykroyd Pens Witty, Intimate Tribute to Former Fiancee…

Former “Saturday Night Live” star and “Ghostbusters” actor Dan Aykroyd wrote a hilarious and touching recount of the times he shared with Carrie Fisher in Empire Magazine’s tribute to the late “Star Wars” actress. With dry wit, Aykroyd reminisced about the time he and Fisher first met in New York when Fisher was hosting an episode of “SNL.”

a Over and over,a Tommy James and Shondells to bring the hits to Biloxi

The music of Tommy James and The Shondells has been featured in TV shows such as “Sons of Anarchy,” “Veronica Mars ” and, even “The Simpsons,” as well as numerous films. Who could forget the iconic meth-making montage in “Breaking Bad” set to the James’ song “Crystal Blue Persuasion” or when John Goodman played “I Think We’re Alone Now” on the jukebox in “10 Cloverfield Lane?” And then there are the covers versions of the songs – James thinks the songs have been covered by about 300 people, including Joan Jett , Tiffany , Billy Idol and Prince .

Trump announces ‘major’ voter fraud investigation

President Donald Trump tweeted early Wednesday that he is ordering a “major investigation” into voter fraud, revisiting unsubstantiated claims he’s made repeatedly about a rigged voting system. The investigation, he said, will look at those registered to vote in more than one state, “those who are illegal and … even, those registered to vote who are dead .”

Mary Berry vs Len Goodman at the National Television Awards

Len Goodman and Mary Berry will compete to be named best TV judge at the National Television Awards after departing from their respective shows. Len waltzed off Strictly Come Dancing in December after 12 years as head judge while Mary opted out of the Great British Bake Off’s move from the BBC to Channel 4. Goodman, 72, and Berry, 81, will take on The X Factor’s Nicole Scherzinger and Britain’s Got Talent’s David Walliams, as well as Simon Cowell, the boss of both reality TV shows, to be named best TV judge.

Watch Kellyanne Conway’s Cringeworthy Stand-Up Routine From…

Before she became an adviser to President Donald Trump, Kellyanne Conway performed a 10-minute long stand-up routine at a Washington, D.C. charity event, and video of her performance has recently surfaced online. The annual event, called “D.C.’s Funniest Celebrity,” was held at a comedy club in D.C. to benefit the Child Welfare League of America, and Conway – then Kellyanne Fitzpatrick – took the stage to perform an 11-minute stand-up routine.

Anquan Boldin, others say communication is key in activism

Former U.S. Olympian Tommie Smith, right, speaks as NFL football wide receiver Anquan Boldin listensduring a sports and activism panel entitled “From Protest to Progress: Next Steps” Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2017, in San Jose, Calif. From left, former NBA basketball players Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Chris Webber and NFL Football wide receiver Anquan Boldin smile during a sports and activism panel entitled “From Protest to Progress: Next Steps” Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2017, in San Jose , Calif.

Take That to perform on The Late Late Show with James Corden

Take That are to join James Corden on ‘The Late Late Show’ in March for their first US talk show slot in 22 years. The ‘Back For Good’ hitmakers – Gary Barlow, Mark Owen and Howard Donald – last appeared on television across the pond in 1995, when they were on the ‘Late Show with David Letterman’, but according to a source the British group will join the 38-year-old British comedian on his show to perform a new song from their forthcoming album ‘Wonderland’.

White House Doubles Down on Trump’s False Voter Fraud Claim

Trump’s assertion appears to be part of a continuing pattern for him and his new administration in which falsehoods overshadow his outreach efforts. The White House on Tuesday stuck firmly to President Donald Trump’s claim that millions of people voted illegally in the November election, but provided no evidence to back up his assertion.

Donald Trump gets Sundance Film Festival fired up

Al Gore, seen at the New Climate Lunch Roundtable at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival, said that “no one person can stop” progress that’s being made on combating climate change. PARK CITY, Utah >> At this year’s Sundance Film Festival, one topic of conversation has trumped all others – President Donald Trump.

Twitter Inauguration Day ratings are out – but please don’t add them to TV, Sean Spicer

President Donald Trump and press secretary Sean Spicer have claimed that this year’s Inauguration Day was the most-watched in history, which could be true depending on how you define “watched.” While Trump’s crowd appeared much thinner than Obama’s 2009 Inauguration, there’s no denying that the viewership beyond the National Mall and on screens was quite yuge in part thanks to digital platforms.

Inside the Ultimate David Bowie Tribute Tour

Midway through opening night of the Celebrating David Bowie tour at London’s Brixton Academy on January 8th, guitarist Earl Slick, who played on everything from Diamond Dogs , in 1974, to  The Next Day , in 2013, found himself so overcome with emotion he struggled to keep playing. He was backing Def Leppard’s Joe Elliott on “All the Young Dudes” alongside a 20-piece gospel choir, Spiders From Mars keyboardist Mike Garson and the rest of the group assembled for the 2003-04 Reality tour, but images of Bowie, who would have turned 70 that day, kept flashing through the guitarist’s head.

Did you grow up in the 70s?

There were the constant security road checks, bag searches on the way into every shop, and it was rarely out of the news, however, for many life was pretty standard. The 70s was the decade of strikes and electricity shortages but there was more to the era such as music, fashion and long, hot summers.

new a SNLa writer suspended for tweet about Barron Trump

A “Saturday Night Live” writer has been suspended indefinitely after tweeting a poorly received joke about Donald Trump’s 10-year-old youngest son, Barron. A person familiar with the situation but not authorized to speak publicly told The Associated Press that Katie Rich was suspended immediately after writing an offensive tweet about the child.

Stephen Colbert to host Emmy Awards

The American funnyman will take on presenting duties at the star-studded ceremony in September, which honours the best in television. Commenting on his new job, Stephen had an apparent dig at claims by Donald Trump’s administration that the new president’s inauguration was the most watched ever.

On this day: January 24

2003: The United States Department of Homeland Security officially begins operation on the same day former Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Ridge is named secretary of the department. 1999: In Louisville, Kentucky, Matthew Scott, 37, receives the first hand transplant in the United States during a 15-hour surgical procedure.

Letter: Trump won’t make America great

He will push aside women and children to hog the limelight; will promise anything to get his way and then break his word; will look at complex problems and immediately come up with foolish unworkable solutions. He will state unequivocal lies and insist they are alternative facts; will try to destroy anyone with the audacity to criticize his actions; will bully decent people and adulate ruthless despots; will poison America’s cup of human kindness.

Homeland: Did You Spot That Brody Call-Out?

The character’s presence continues to be felt in the ether of the Showtime series, including in the latest episode, “The Man in the Basement.” Nicholas Brody , the POW turned agent of terror turned pawn of the CIA, is long gone from the cast of Homeland.

Guest Editorial: Don’t count Kevin O’Leary out

A rich, boastful, trash-talking, businessman-turned-reality-TV-star without a shred of political experience could never be elected to lead a major party in a mature democracy. And even if that happened, he would never, ever be elected to lead that country – voters would simply know better.

Suspended – SNL’ Writer Inspires #KeepKatieRich Campaign:…

The hashtag #KeepKatieRich was born Monday afternoon after the late night sketch comedy show suspended Rich following a tweet she sent last week disparaging Barron Trump. An individual familiar with the situation told TheWrap that Rich was suspended immediately after she posted – then deleted – a tweet on Friday in which she joked that Donald Trump’s 10-year-old son could become the country’s first “homeschool shooter.”

Trump admin backs off pledge of immediate immigration change

White House press Secretary Sean Spicer speaks during the daily White House briefing, Monday, Jan. 23, 2017, in the briefing room of the White House in Washington. White House press Secretary Sean Spicer speaks during the daily White House briefing, Monday, Jan. 23, 2017, in the briefing room of the White House in Washington.

new After womena s marches, can numbers translate to real change?

Deb Szeman, a self-described “homebody,” had never participated in a demonstration before hopping on an overnight bus from her home in Charlotte, North Carolina, to attend the women’s march on Washington. She returned on another bus that pulled in at 4 a.m. Sunday, full of people buzzing about what might come next and quipping that they would see each other at the next march.

Alternative facts? Try blatant falsehoods

At the risk of mirroring the kind of hyperbole that is quickly turning Donald Trump into something akin to the nation’s first living caricature, has any newly-installed president ever sabotaged his own administration as the fledgling 45th president of the United States as done in his first few days? Surely the lowlight of this self-inflicted major surgery was a top aide’s use of the term, “alternative facts,” on a Sunday morning TV talk show to excuse the blatant lies trotted out Saturday by his spokesman who accused the media of under-reporting inauguration crowd sizes.

Why is Taylor Swift’s tweet about the Women’s March so controversial?

While hundreds of thousands of people participated in Women’s Marches around the world on Saturday, many celebrities showed up as well, joining in with those protesting President Donald Trump ‘s controversial campaign and election, particularly his treatment of women. The long list of stars included Miley Cyrus , Rihanna, Ariana Grande, Amy Poehler, Lena Dunham and many more; celebs including Madonna and Alicia Keys made speeches and performed in Washington.

Songs for divisive times: The soundtrack of the last few days was…

Yet this wasn’t the sour fruit of opposition research. The words are lyrics from two songs prominently featured in Donald Trump’s inaugural festivities: the Rolling Stones’ “Heart of Stone,” which played as Trump and his wife, Melania, entered a celebratory concert at the Lincoln Memorial, and “My Way,” the standard popularized by Frank Sinatra that accompanied the first couple’s first dance at an inaugural ball.

Trump adviser Michael Flynn’s Russia ties investigated

Trump security adviser Michael Flynn is investigated for his ties to Russia including dinner with Putin, TV appearances and a Merry Christmas text to Moscow ambassador A top military counsel to President Donald Trump is under scrutiny by US counterintelligence agents who have probed the new national security adviser’s communications with Russian officials. Michael Flynn, a retired three-star general who was among senior White House staff sworn in on Sunday, has come under investigation as part of a counterintelligence examination of communications between Russian government members and Trump’s inner circle.

January 23 celebrity birthdays

She’s the daughter of 1950’s sex symbol Jane Mansfield and bodybuilder Mickey Hargitay who began her acting career in the mid-1980’s. She’s best known for her role as Detective Olivia Benson on TV’s Law and Order: SVU.

Shyamalan back in a big way

M. Night Shyamalan’s psychological thriller “Split” blew away box-office expectations, earning $40.2 million in ticket sales over inauguration weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday. Though many were focused on Friday’s presidential inauguration and Saturday’s nationwide women’s marches, “Split” doubled forecasts to easily lead all films.

Jack Black make America rage again Polka King Sundance

Former first daughter Chelsea Clinton speaks out to defend Donald Trump’s 10-year-old son from cruel internet bullies – but then immediately turns her post into a political attack on his father The White House and the media at war: Priebus accuses journalists of trying to ‘delegitimize’ Trump and insists the size of inauguration crowd ‘is not the point’ – as Spicer prepares to face the press again Why is Trump’s press secretary under pressure? The incorrect information Sean Spicer used as he criticized the media for belittling the size of the crowd at Trump’s inauguration Woman who tweeted that she hopes someone will ‘be kind enough’ to assassinate Trump is investigated by the Secret Service I didn’t really mean I want to blow up the White House, says Madonna: Star claims she spoke in ‘metaphor’ at anti-Trump march as Secret Service investigate Trump touts ‘beautiful’ letter left for him … (more)

Pierce Brosnan looks cheery at premiere of Laird Hamilton

Former first daughter Chelsea Clinton speaks out to defend Donald Trump’s 10-year-old son from cruel internet bullies – but then immediately turns her post into a political attack on his father The White House and the media at war: Priebus accuses journalists of trying to ‘delegitimize’ Trump and insists the size of inauguration crowd ‘is not the point’ – as Spicer prepares to face the press again Why is Trump’s press secretary under pressure? The incorrect information Sean Spicer used as he criticized the media for belittling the size of the crowd at Trump’s inauguration Woman who tweeted that she hopes someone will ‘be kind enough’ to assassinate Trump is investigated by the Secret Service I didn’t really mean I want to blow up the White House, says Madonna: Star claims she spoke in ‘metaphor’ at anti-Trump march as Secret Service investigate Trump touts ‘beautiful’ letter left for him … (more)

Trump’s ‘War With the Media’ Raises Questions of Trust

Donald Trump’s “running war” on the media is continuing into his presidency, with statements over the weekend calling into question the extent to which information from the White House can be trusted. White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer on Monday will hold his first daily press briefing at which he could face questions about a statement Saturday night that included demonstrably false assertions about the crowd size at Friday’s inauguration and a promise by the new administration that “we’re going to hold the press accountable.”

After mass turnout, can protests turn into political impact?

Deb Szeman, a self-described “homebody,” had never participated in a demonstration before hopping on an overnight bus from her home in Charlotte, North Carolina, to attend the women’s march on Washington. She returned on another bus that pulled in at 4 a.m. Sunday, full of people buzzing about what might come next and quipping that they would see each other at the next march.

Trump won’t release his tax returns because people don’t care, top adviser says

Kellyanne Conway, a senior aide to President Donald Trump, said Sunday that he has no plans to release his tax returns, a marked shift from Trump’s pledge during the campaign to make them public once an audit was completed. “The White House response is that he’s not going to release his tax returns,” said Conway, counselor to the president, during an appearance on ABC’s This Week With George Stephanopoulos.

Women’s March signs and posters from around the country

Women’s March on Washington in the streets of the estimated 200,000 people planning to crowd the streets of the nation’s capital a day after Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 45th president. Women’s March signs and posters from around the country Women’s March on Washington in the streets of the estimated 200,000 people planning to crowd the streets of the nation’s capital a day after Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 45th president.

‘Split’ shocks the box office a ” and Vin Diesel’s ‘xXx’ sequel a ” with a $40-million debut

Competing with a presidential inauguration, multi-city marches and big-budget Hollywood productions, M. Night Shyamalan’s creepy psychological thriller “Split” pulled off a surprising victory its opening weekend, pulling $14.6 million Friday for an estimated weekend gross of $40.2 million. The low-budget “Split,” which cost a reported $9 million to make, blew away predictions that it would be bested by Vin Diesel ‘s big, action-packed “xXx: Return of Xander Cage.”

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Aziz Ansari kicked off the first post-inauguration episode of “Saturday Night Live” with a nearly nine-minute long stand-up monologue that addressed President Trump, hate crimes and the divided state of this country. Thank you, thank you very much.

Donald Trump Hits Hollywood At Women’s March, Rejoices Over Inauguration Ratings

There’s a dispute over how many people showed up for Donald Trump ‘s inauguration but today the President wanted to set the record straight about the TV ratings for the ceremony as well as hit Hollywood over the massively attended Women’s Marches all across the nation yesterday . Designated to at least partially set the media table for the rest of the day, the 45th POTUS took to his personal digital bully pulpit early Sunday morning: Watched protests yesterday but was under the impression that we just had an election! Why didn’t these people vote? Celebs hurt cause badly.

Are Trump family members doing enough to separate from their businesses?

The White House removed the name of the jewelry line First Lady Melania Trump started from her official White House website biography over concerns that the mention could be perceived as promotional. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, together with his family, from left, Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump, Trump, Melania Trump, Tiffany Trump and Ivanka Trump, speaks in the hotel lobby, during the grand opening of Trump International Hotel in Washington in October 2016.

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After a long and much-criticized search, the US Army has chosen Sig Sauer to produce its next generation of handgun, eventually replacing the current standard issue sidearm, the Beretta M9 pistol. “Following a thorough operational test, fielding of the modular handgun is expected to begin in 2017,” the Army said in a statement announcing the decision Thursday.

Watch new footage of Roger Watersa anti-Trump visuals during his live performance of a Pigsa

The Pink Floyd co-founder has taken to performing the song with different sets of visuals mocking the now-President Roger Waters has formally unveiled his latest set of anti- Donald Trump live visuals in a new video to mark the inauguration of the 45th President of the US. The Pink Floyd co-founder has inducted these visuals into his live gigs during the past few months, with his appearance at the California festival Desert Trip in October a notable example.

A-list celebs out in force for anti-Trump women’s marches

If you wondered where many of Hollywood’s A-list celebrities had gone during President Donald Trump’s inauguration, you didn’t have to wonder any longer on Saturday, when scores of them showed up at women’s marches in Washington and other cities to send the new president a pointed message that he was in for a fight – and that, as so many signs said, women’s rights are human rights. Madonna, Julia Roberts, Scarlett Johansson, Cher, Alicia Keys, Emma Watson and Patricia Arquette were just a few of those at the march in Washington, where officials said the crowd could number more than half a million.

new Inaugural baker defuses a Ace of Cakesa controversy

It all began Friday night, when TV’s “Ace of Cakes,” Duff Goldman, tweeted side-by-side images of President Donald Trump’s inaugural cake alongside the cake his Baltimore-based Charm City Cakes made for Barack Obama’s second inauguration in 2013. The cake on the left is the one I made for President Obama’s inauguration 4 years ago.

A-list celebs out in force for anti-Trump womena s marches

If you wondered where many of Hollywood’s A-list celebrities had gone during President Donald Trump’s inauguration, you didn’t have to wonder any longer on Saturday, when scores of them showed up at women’s marches in Washington and other cities to send the new president a pointed message that he was in for a fight – and that, as so many signs said, women’s rights are human rights. Madonna, Julia Roberts, Scarlett Johansson, Cher, Alicia Keys, Katy Perry, Emma Watson, Amy Schumer and Jake Gyllenhaal were just some of those at the march in Washington, where officials said the crowd could number more than half a million.

From Emma Watson to Charlotte Church: Celebrities turn out in force for Women’s March protests

Emma Watson, Charlotte Church and Miley Cyrus have joined thousands of anti-President Trump protestors at the Women’s Marches across the world Celebrities including Emma Watson, Charlotte Church and Cher have joined thousands across the globe marching in protest of US President Donald Trump. In Washington, Emma Watson, Jake Gyllenhaal, Miley Cyrus, Amy Schumer and Cher joined fellow stars including Lena Dunham, Ariana Grande and Zendaya to march in solidarity with the 500,000-strong crowd.

Charlize Theron looks ageless in glamor photos

Charlize Theron, 41, looks ageless in glamor photos taken at Sundance Film Festival before breaking down in tears at Women’s March But just before the show of emotion, the 41-year-old actress looked stunning in glamor photos taken at the Sundance Film Festival’s Women’s March on Main at the Music Lodge event. The ex of Sean Penn was also seen with her march mates Joshua Jackson, Aisha Tyler, Chelsea Handler and Mary McCormack.

Trump’s children revel in first 24 hours in White House

Eric Trump, center, and Donald Trump, Jr., attend the presidential inauguration of their father Donald Trump on Capitol Hill in Washington, Friday, Jan. 20, 2017. Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump celebrate with the crowd at the Freedom Ball in Washington, on Friday, Jan. 20, 2017, at the Washington Convention Center during the 58th presidential inauguration.

‘Split’ scares up a hefty box office lead over ‘xXx: Return of Xander Cage’

M. Night Shyamalan’s low-budget psychological horror film “Split” defied expectations Friday, raking in an estimated $14.6 million and prompting industry estimates of between $36 million and $38 million for inauguration weekend. The Universal/Blumhouse film trounced the other major studio release, “xXx: Return of Xander Cage,” the big-budget Vin Diesel vehicle from Paramount/ Revolution, which only nabbed an estimated $7.2 million and is looking at a weekend plateau of between $18 million and $20 million.

Celebrities join the throngs at the Washington Womena s March

America Ferrera speaks before the Women’s March on Washington on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017 in Washington, D.C. Among the hundreds of thousands of people marching in Washington for women’s rights on Saturday were a handful of famous faces. The march began with a rally that featured a fiery speech by actress and immigration-reform advocate America Ferrera, a poem read by actorvist and onetime political candidate Ashley Judd and a passionate defense of Planned Parenthood by actress Scarlett Johansson.

Kremlin hopes for rapport with US, but differences will stay

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s spokesman voiced hope for a constructive dialogue with President Donald Trump’s administration in comments broadcast Saturday, but warned that differences will remain. Dmitry Peskov said in an interview with state Rossiya television that it would be an “illusion” to expect that U.S.-Russian relations would be completely free of disagreements.

Kristen Stewart slams Donald Trump

Back in 2012, the now-President of the United States of America took to Twitter to share his views after Kristen cheated on her then-boyfriend Robert Pattinson and Kristen, 26, admitted she found the 70-year-old businessman’s tweets bizarre. Speaking to Variety at the Sundance Film Festival, she said: “He was mad at me a couple years ago, really obsessed with me a couple years ago, which is f**ing crazy.

President Trump acts swiftly at dawn of new era

President Donald Trump assumed power Friday with a fiercely nationalistic vow to put “America first,” taking a stinging swipe at the legacy of his predecessor hours after reciting the oath of office. Hundreds of thousands of people stood on the rain-splattered National Mall to see the 70-year-old Republican billionaire be sworn in, and deliver a stridently populist call-to-arms.

Fact Check: Trump’s address echoed familiar, dubious themes

President Donald Trump pumps his first at the end of his speech after bring sworn in as the 45th president of the United States during the 58th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Friday, Jan. 20, 2017. less President Donald Trump pumps his first at the end of his speech after bring sworn in as the 45th president of the United States during the 58th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, … more WASHINGTON – Donald Trump ‘s inaugural address held familiar echoes of the campaign speeches that led to his presidential win: downbeat about the state of the nation, to the point of hyperbole.

Gore stays mum on Trump meeting, says ‘it’s not the last’

PARK CITY, Utah – Former Vice President Al Gore said that while he wouldn’t divulge specifics about his December conversation with Donald Trump, it wasn’t “the last conversation.” Speaking to a packed auditorium in Park City following the premiere of the climate change documentary “An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power,” which kicked off the 33rd Sundance Film Festival Thursday, Gore said that he’s seen a lot of people who started out as climate deniers change over time.

Claycord – Talk About Politics

On his last full day as president, Barack Obama on Thursday released a love letter to his country in which he fondly tells Americans: “You made me a better President, and you made me a better man.” Obama leaves office Friday after eight years in the White House, handing over the most powerful job in the world to New York business mogul Donald Trump.

Jimmy Kimmel Pledges to – Faithfully Satirize, Criticize,…

“Today was either a great day for the USA – or the eighth chapter of the book of Revelation,” late night comedian says Now that Donald Trump is President, will comedian Jimmy Kimmel continue to make fun of the Most Powerful Man in the World on his late night show? Apparently, it hasn’t been all that easy for the funny man to make up jokes about the Obama family for the past eight years. He said he’s had to actually force himself to poke fun at the former First Lady’s vegetable garden.

Melania Trump helps design her own inaugural gown

Melania Trump helps design her own inaugural gown All eyes were on the first lady’s fashion. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2kanSQ4 President Donald Trump took to the stage with first lady Melania by his side to thank supporters at the Liberty Ball.

Gore Stays Mum on Trump Meeting, Says ‘It’s Not the Last’

Former Vice President Al Gore said that while he wouldn’t divulge specifics about his December conversation with Donald Trump, it wasn’t “the last conversation.” Speaking to a packed auditorium in Park City following the premiere of the climate change documentary “An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power,” which kicked off the 33rd Sundance Film Festival Thursday, Gore said that he’s seen a lot of people who started out as climate deniers change over time.

Donald Trump’s Inauguration Speech Was Totally Lifted From ‘Dark Knight’ Villain Bane

At some point we’re all going to have to stop asking, “Is this real life?! Is this really happening right now?!” The daily proliferation of surreal news headlines will never feel normal , but it’s the frequency our country is operating at now, and it will likely continue at this pitch for the next four years, which officially kicked off today. In the latest episode of The Surreal Life , Donald Trump basically plagiarized Bane, Tom Hardy ‘s mush-mouthed villain from The Dark Knight Rises , in his inauguration speech.

Trump inauguration mints social media moments

For those watching along at home and work, the inauguration of President Donald Trump Friday presented an opportunity for hours of second-screen news and entertainment. In one sense, it was an especially fitting way to receive a president who had made Twitter so integral to his public presence as a candidate in the 2016 election.

James Taylor bemoans end of Obama era

James Taylor bemoans end of Obama era “It feels like it’s raining all over the world,” the troubadour says. Check out this story on azcentral.com: http://azc.cc/2k9kpkE In this Dec. 1, 2016 file photo, President Barack Obama sings “Jingle Bells” with James Taylor during the lighting ceremony for the 2016 National Christmas Tree on the Ellipse near the White House in Washington.

Bill Maher’s ‘Real Time’ returns at dawn of Trump era

Bill Maher’s ‘Real Time’ returns at dawn of Trump era Outspoken comedian won’t pull punches, despite concern about president and free speech. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2k9j90Y “We’re entering a different era in the world, so I think comedy has to take a back seat to that.

The Racists Are Not Afraid Anymore

Donald Trump has just been sworn in as the 45th president of the United States. I’m sitting at a Bolt Burger in Washington, D.C., watching the inauguration ceremony post-mortem play on several flatscreen TVs.

Stream the Presidential Inauguration Live All Day Here

Stream the Presidential Inauguration LIVE all day on CBSN, and watch as President-elect Donald Trump takes the oath of office. CBSN coverage is available 24/7 via CBSNews.com or the CBS News app for smartphones, tablets and across streaming devices, including Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, PS4, Android TV and Xbox One.

Gore stays mum on Trump meeting, says ‘it’s not the last’

Al Gore said that while he wouldn’t divulge specifics about his December conversation with Donald Trump, it wasn’t “the last conversation.” Speaking to a packed auditorium in Park City following the premiere of the climate change documentary “An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power,” which kicked off the 33rd Sundance Film Festival Thursday, Gore said that he’s seen a lot of people who started out as climate deniers change over time.

How to watch Donald Trump’s inauguration

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Royal Navy removes WWII bomb from River Thames in London

A police officer outside Embankment tube station in central London stops pedestrians from using the Hungerford Bridge, as a suspected unexploded World War II bomb has been found in the River Thames, forcing the closure of W… . Shutters close off one of the exits of Charing Cross station in London, as a suspected unexploded World War II bomb was found in the River Thames, forcing the closure of Waterloo and Westminster bridges Thursday Jan. 19, 2017.

Sundance 2017’s Buzziest Movies

This year’s edition of the world’s premier indie film fest, running Jan. 19-29, boasts everything from intriguing sci-fi flicks to several eye-opening documentaries. It is, without question, the world’s premier showcase for independent cinema-one that’s hosted the feature filmmaking debuts of the Coen brothers, Quentin Tarantino, Richard Linklater, Darren Aronofsky, and many more of America’s best and brightest.

Movie review: ‘Alone in Berlin’ never gets grip on its historical moment

In 1943, a German factory worker named Otto Hampel and his wife, Elise, were found guilty of treason and sedition after writing anti-Hitler slogans on postcards and secretly distributing them around Berlin. It was an ingenious campaign of silent revolt for which the Hampels were ultimately executed by guillotine, though their brave legacy survived in the files of the Gestapo and was subsequently enshrined in Hans Fallada’s 1947 novel, “Every Man Dies Alone” .

British man dies at 2022 World Cup stadium site in Qatar

Organizers of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar say a British man has died working at a stadium which will be a venue f… Crammed into a dome with one bathroom, six scientists will spend eight months munching on mostly freeze-dried foods and have only their small sleeping quarters to retreat to for solace Crammed into a dome with one bathroom, six scientists will spend eight months munching on mostly freeze-dried foods and have only their small sleeping quarters to retreat to for solace The National Transportation Safety Board has released its preliminary report on the plane that crashed into Lake Erie last month, killing all six people on board The National Transportation Safety Board has released its preliminary report on the plane that crashed into Lake Erie last month, killing all six people on board Protesters and supporters of President-elect Donald Trump clashed outside a pro-Trump … (more)

Actors, mayors rally at inauguration eve Trump demonstration

Actors Robert De Niro, Sally Field and Mark Ruffalo joined hundreds of other people outside a Donald Trump building on Thursday for a pre-inauguration demonstration organizers said was meant to energize those concerned about the Republican president-elect’s policies. The event, staged in front of Trump International Hotel and Tower near Central Park in Manhattan, was a rally for city residents who have vowed to pursue their own policies on health care, the environment and other issues during the Trump administration.

Kristen Stewart shines at Sundance premiere of her film

Ivanka Trump stuns in a black and white gown as she is joined by Tiffany and the rest of the clan at The Donald’s pre-inauguration dinner Kristen Stewart goes hell for leather at Sundance premiere of her directorial debut Come Swim as annual film festival opens The 26-year-old Los Angeles native proved it again as she posed for shots at the premiere of Come Swim – the short film that marks her directorial and screenwriting debut – which received a coveted screening spot at the prestigious Sundance Film Festival. The 5 ft., 5 in.

Denise Van Outen not allowed to be on TOWIE

Get used to it, it’s the new normal: Trump is given a rousing presidential welcome as thousands gather at Lincoln Memorial and he vows to make America ‘greater than ever’ at inaugural concert Outage at ‘traitorous’ CNN for ‘inciting violence’ with report that OBAMA cabinet member will be president if Trump and Pence are killed at the inauguration Nothing will rain on our parade! Triumphant Donald Trump promises a beautiful day as he tells his supporters: ‘I’m going to be cheering YOU’ Jon Voight hits out at ‘barrage of lies’ aimed at Trump as he kicks off The Donald’s inauguration concert ‘There’s only ONE first lady’: Ivanka Trump calls suggestions that she will fill Melania’s role ‘sexist’ while revealing she is still close to Chelsea Clinton and will go to her for advice ‘We will Make America Great Again’: Melania makes her speaking debut in Washington D.C. and earns a kiss from the … (more)

Denise Van Outen not allowed to be on TOWIE

Get used to it, it’s the new normal: Trump is given a rousing presidential welcome as thousands gather at Lincoln Memorial and he vows to make America ‘greater than ever’ at inaugural concert Outage at ‘traitorous’ CNN for ‘inciting violence’ with report that OBAMA cabinet member will be president if Trump and Pence are killed at the inauguration Nothing will rain on our parade! Triumphant Donald Trump promises a beautiful day as he tells his supporters: ‘I’m going to be cheering YOU’ Jon Voight hits out at ‘barrage of lies’ aimed at Trump as he kicks off The Donald’s inauguration concert ‘There’s only ONE first lady’: Ivanka Trump calls suggestions that she will fill Melania’s role ‘sexist’ while revealing she is still close to Chelsea Clinton and will go to her for advice ‘We will Make America Great Again’: Melania makes her speaking debut in Washington D.C. and earns a kiss from the … (more)

Pretzer: When Trump’s sworn in, I’ll be There

JANUARY 19: Architect of the Capitol Stone Mason Division employee Romel Lazo uses a power washer to clean the West Front of the U.S. Capitol one day before the inaguration of Donald Trump January 19, 2017 in Washington, DC. Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to come to the National Mall to witness Trump being sworn in as the 45th president of the United States.

Women’s March: Which celebrities are marching and who’s throwing the epic after-party

Women’s March: Which celebrities are marching and who’s throwing the epic after-party March organizers have been releasing A-list lineups of supporters, attendees and performers. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2jDQ157 The Women’s March on Washington is drawing many equal rights activists to the nation’s capitol one day after the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump.

Playlist: 10 songs from Trump’s inauguration performers

Playlist: 10 songs from Trump’s inauguration performers These artists will toast the inaugural ceremonies this weekend. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2k5lk5C President-elect Donald Trump’s inaugural festivities will provide many performers with the largest stage of their careers so far.

Ellen DeGeneres Makes People’s Choice Awards History

With just hours remaining until Michelle Obama goes from being first lady to mere mortal, she took to her social media accounts Wednesday to bid adieu to … – An avalanche buried a mountain hotel in an earthquake-hit region of central Italy after a series of earthquakes shook the area Wednesday.Rescuers ar… WASHINGTON, D.C., January 18, 2017 – The following statement may be attributed to Zippy Duvall, President, American Farm Bureau Federation: “The nomination of former Ge… The Nebraska Men’s Basketball team lost 67-66 at home to Ohio State Wednesday night. The Buckeyes made a wide open lay up off an inbounds pass with 0.6 seconds left.

Fortress Washington girds for days of anti-Trump protests

Washington will turn into a virtual fortress ahead of Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration on Friday, as the U.S. capital braces for more than a quarter-million protesters expected during the Republican’s swearing-in. Police have forecast that some 900,000 people, both supporters and opponents, will flood Washington for the inauguration ceremony, which includes the swearing-in on the steps of the U.S. Capitol and a parade to the White House along streets thronged with onlookers.

Scotland’s Sunday Herald brilliantly teases Donald Trump’s inauguration as ‘Twilight Zone’

It’s just hours to go before US President-elect Donald Trump takes over from Barack Obama as POTUS, and while social media is abuzz with the most ridiculous reasons for not attending the mega event and the list of A-listers who have said they will boycott the event increases, there is no getting away from the inaugural proceedings itself. The ceremony – which will be broadcast live on TV – has predictably been included in the many American and international TV guides, but there is one particular teaser that has readers across the world in splits.

Get Back! Sir Paul sues for Beatles’ songs

Paul McCartney filed a lawsuit against Sony/ATV Music Publishing on Wednesday in an attempt to regain the rights to a long list of Beatles hits he either wrote or co-wrote with John Lennon. Songs such as “Yesterday,” “I Want to Hold Your Hand” and a slew of other Beatles hits are subject to the suit, according to court documents.

IS in Syria destroys part of Roman theater in Palmyra

Crammed into a dome with one bathroom, six scientists will spend eight months munching on mostly freeze-dried foods and have only their small sleeping quarters to retreat to for solace Crammed into a dome with one bathroom, six scientists will spend eight months munching on mostly freeze-dried foods and have only their small sleeping quarters to retreat to for solace The head of New Jersey’s state police is criticizing a law enforcement deal reached between the U.S. and Cuba because it doesn’t require the return of a woman convicted of killing a state trooper The head of New Jersey’s state police is criticizing a law enforcement deal reached between the U.S. and Cuba because it doesn’t require the return of a woman convicted of killing a state trooper Notorious Mexican drug kingpin Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman is in a U.S. courthouse, two decades after he was first sought by federal … (more)

Trump pays surprise visit to his Washington hotel

Shirts for sale are displayed as preparations continue for Friday’s inauguration of Donald Trump in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017. Shirts for sale are displayed as preparations continue for Friday’s inauguration of Donald Trump in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017.

Obama offers reassurance mixed with warnings

With that parting message to the nation, a sanguine Barack Obama sought to reassure the millions of Democrats disorientated and fearful about Donald Trump’s pending inauguration that presidents may change but the nation always endures. Still, in his final news conference as president, Obama warned that only an active citizenry and relentless political engagement can preserve what he sees as the successes of his administration and the values he believes have already made America great.

Bill O’Reilly sticks up for ‘Old School’ in next book

In this Oct. 1, 2015 file photo, Bill O’Reilly of the Fox News Channel program “The O’Reilly Factor,” poses for a photo on the set of his show in New York. O’Reilly’s next book “Old School: Life in the Sane Lane,” is scheduled for release on March 28. less CORRECTS FROM LAND TO LANE- FILE – In this Oct. 1, 2015 file photo, Bill O’Reilly of the Fox News Channel program “The O’Reilly Factor,” poses for a photo on the set of his show in New York.

Paul McCartney sues Sony/ATV in bid for Beatles hits

Paul McCartney sues Sony/ATV in bid for Beatles hits McCartney filed a suit in federal court in Manhattan on Wednesday over copyrights Michael Jackson bought in 1985 Check out this story on detroitnews.com: http://detne.ws/2k1Yg7Q Paul McCartney filed a lawsuit in federal court in New York on Wednesday, against Sony/ATV over copyright ownership of the many hit songs he wrote with John Lennon as part of The Beatles. He’s trying to recover ownership of the music that was purchased by Michael Jackson in 1985 and then fully sold over to Sony/ATV following his death.

Will he go for the gold? Donald Trump’s redecorating plans for the White House

Will he go for the gold? Donald Trump’s redecorating plans for the White House If he does some ‘touch up’ in family quarters, will it look like his Trump Tower digs? Check out this story on ydr.com: http://usat.ly/2k1lECk Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, celebrity chef Jamie Oliver says he believes that president-elect Donald Trump will retain Michelle Obama’s White House vegetable garden.

‘Give the Guy a Chance’ Iowa Trump Supporters Say

Iowa has played an important role in the presidential election process for decades as a swing state in the heart of the Midwest, and this year it swung for Donald Trump . “He won the Electoral College because of the Midwest,” said Beverly Harper, a 77-year-old who worked in therapeutic horseback riding from Bettendorf, Iowa, “You take Wisconsin, Iowa all those states and Pennsylvania also.

Fusion TV Invests in Social Justice Coverage During Trump Era…

As the world prepares for Donald Trump to be sworn in as the 45th president on Friday, Fusion has decided to ramp up it’s efforts to cover a range of social justice issues with a new content initiative that highlights issues that could go ignored by the Trump administration. The news channel will launch “Fusion Fights,” a new cross-platform project that seeks to elevate conversations around social justice issues that impact young, diverse communities and often don’t receive the media coverage that the network feels they deserve.

Trump won’t move White House briefing room but says he will…

President-elect Donald Trump said in a recent interview with Fox News that he would not move the press briefing room out of the West Wing of the White House, but that his team would “pick the people” who are assigned the 49 seats. A weekend Esquire report said members of Trump’s team had discussed booting the press corps from the briefing room in the West Wing.

Screen Scene for week of Jan. 20: M. Night Shyamalan returns with a Splita

“Split” – It’s always tough with writer/director M. Night Shyamalan, who seems destined to never again repeat the commercial or critical success of “The Sixth Sense,” and seemed to hit an all-time low with the Will Smith disaster “After Earth,” but seemed to be on the rebound with his last outing, “The Visit.” So there’s a lot riding on “The Split,” and early word is that it’s another step forward.

Laugh Now, Laugh LATER

FOLIO A + E SPEND THE NIGHT WITH BILLY CRYSTAL 7:30 p.m. Jan. 25 Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts’ Moran Theater Downtown $64-$124 ticketmaster.com Billy Crystal needs no introduction.

Ferrari 308 driven by Tom Selleck in Magnum PI at auction

Buy Magnum P.I’s Ferrari! The 308 GTS driven by Tom Selleck in 1980s TV show that’s tipped to sell for more than double a standard car’s value at auction It’s time to don your biggest aviator sunglasses, unbutton your best Hawaiian shirt and finely trim your moustache effort because Magnum P.I.’s Ferrari is going under the hammer this week. That’s right, a 1984 308 GTS driven by Magnum himself – Tom Selleck – in the hit 1980s TV series is up for sale at Bonhams’ US auction at Scottsdale, and it’s expected to cost far more than you’d usually have to stump up for one of these open-top V8 Ferraris.

Audioslave reunite for anti-Donald Trump Inauguration Ball

Audioslave have reunited to perform their first gig in 12 years – in protest against Donald Trump at the Anti-Inaugural Ball. The supergroup of three members of Rage Against The Machine and Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell will be taking to the stage at the Teragram Ballroom in Los Angeles on 20 January along with Vic Mensa, Jackson Browne, comedian Jack Black and The Los Angeles Freedom Choir.

The Latest: Trump to meet with New York Gov. Cuomo

President-elect Donald Trump will sit down Wednesday with New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, a Democrat and a possible 2020 White House contender. Cuomo says he hopes to use Wednesday’s meeting in Manhattan to focus on the needs of New York state, including Cuomo’s ambitious plans to upgrade and rebuild bridges, train stations and airports in New York City and around the state.

New ‘Wilson’ Trailer Gives Glimpse Of Woody Harrelson’s Fatherly Faux Pas

Craig Johnson’s Wilson makes its world premiere this Sunday, January 22, at the Sundance Film Festival, with a Fox Searchlight theatrical release March 24, but here’s a little taste. This new trailer for the Woody Harrelson -starrer lays out the premise and tone quickly, and fans of Daniel Clowes ‘ original graphic novel should be pleased with the fidelity to the author’s comically neurotic take on family values.

Former ‘Apprentice’ contestant files lawsuit Tuesday claiming Donald Trump groped her in 2007

A former contestant on the reality show “The Apprentice” filed a defamation lawsuit Tuesday against President-elect Donald Trump over his response to her allegations that he groped her during a job interview in 2007. Summer Zervos, a California restaurant owner who appeared on the show in 2006, accused Trump of aggressively kissing and grabbing her when she went to his bungalow at the Beverly Hills Hotel to discuss a possible job at the Trump Organization a year later.

Andy Cohen’s Donald Trump Inauguration Plans: Deep Breathing And Yoga – TCA

Andy Cohen plans to avoid watching the festivities when Donald Trump is inaugurated on Friday. This is a shame, given that Cohen is perhaps best suited – as a former NBCUniversal programming exec, a reality TV series creator and executive producer and a nonscripted series star – to explain the made-for-TV coronation of the billionaire NBC reality star-turned-alt-right darling-turned 45th president of the United States.

Transactional Justification Of Selfish Ideals

First, WSJ’s Gerald Seib on “Charlie Rose” , talking about his recent interview with Donald Trump, repeatedly used the word “transactional” to describe the president-elect’s world view, insisting that Trump is not ideological, instead believing that mutual self-interest makes deals for a better world. Second, a line in one of my surprisingly favorite shows, “Madam Secretary” : “Idealism kills mutual interest to save lives,” said one character.

Emma Watson has spoken: Belle is better than Cinderella

Emma Watson has spoken: Belle is better than Cinderella Cinderella might want to stay in her own little corner after Watson’s latest comments. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2jVxrSR In a cover story for Total Film , the star of Disney’s live-action Beauty and the Beast explains why she signed on to tell a “tale as old as time” after she turned down the 2015 live-action adaptation of Cinderella , which starred Lily James and Cate Blanchett.

Pipe Dream’s podcast picks for the new year

As winter break and syllabus week end, it becomes harder to find time to read or watch the news outside of procrastinating. An easy way to consume the news is through podcasts – you can listen to them in the car, in between classes, while you’re doing homework or really anything else.

Pauline Hanson fires at Lee Lin Chin tweets about harem

‘I hope your harem isn’t rorting the taxpayer’: Pauline Hanson fires back after Lee Lin Chin tweets that she and her ‘men’ were invited to Donald Trump’s inauguration The Gold Logie-nominated TV personality started it by mocking the One Nation leader for being invited to the U.S. president-elect’s swearing-in later this week. ‘Who hasn’t got tickets? No actual Americans want to go so they’re just inviting everyone.

Sundance to – engage and provoke’ with focus on climate

The Sundance Film Festival opens in Utah Thursday, promising to set the agenda for independent cinema and starting the 2018 Oscars buzz a month before this year’s statuettes are awarded. The annual gathering, founded in 1985 by iconic screen outlaw Robert Redford, turns the lens on 118 independent features, as Hollywood descends on the ski resort of Park City for the 33rd edition.

Streep, Meyers, ‘Moonlight’ to be honored at LGBTQ gala

This Jan. 8, 2017 file image released by NBC shows Meryl Streep accepting the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the 74th Annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, Calif. Streep, who gave an impassioned speech at the Golden Globes criticizing President-elect Donald Trump for mocking a disabled reporter and calling for the defense of a free press, will be honored for a career of advocating for LGBTQ equality on Feb. 11, by the Human Rights Campaign, the LGBTQ civil rights organization.

Legacy Of A Long War On Terror: T…

The War on Terror has been with us for so long that even our terror-fighting TV shows are entering a second generation. It’s almost unbelievable that in all the time that has passed since the first “24” aired on Fox — 2001-2010 — we’re still fighting the same war, in real life and on TV.

‘The Founder’ is scathing biopic that reveals history of…

That’s enough to condemn him in many people’s eyes, but did he cheat the true founders of McDonald’s while becoming the company’s CEO? That’s the question at the center of the sad, effectively told biopic “The Founder.” Michael Keaton employs all of his intensity and charm to play Kroc, a milkshake machine salesman desperate for a payday in the 1950s.

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American Pickers Mike and Frank believe that they have found a substantial pick at a tourist attraction; a collector cancels the deal after his wife becomes involved. Cops Officers pursue a man suspected of illegal drug activity when he jumps from his car and flees on foot, throwing out a bag of a substance during the chase.

President Barack Obama gives his final interview on “60 Minutes.”

As President Barack Obama prepares to turn the White House over to President-elect Donald Trump, he’s offering some advice to his successor. “One thing I’ve said to him directly, and I would advise my Republican friends in Congress and supporters around the country, is just make sure that as we go forward certain norms, certain institutional traditions, don’t get eroded, because there’s a reason they’re in place,” Obama told CBS News’ Steve Kroft in a taped interview for “60 Minutes.”

President Barack Obama gives his final interview on “60 Minutes.”

As President Barack Obama prepares to turn the White House over to President-elect Donald Trump, he’s offering some advice to his successor. “One thing I’ve said to him directly, and I would advise my Republican friends in Congress and supporters around the country, is just make sure that as we go forward certain norms, certain institutional traditions, don’t get eroded, because there’s a reason they’re in place,” Obama told CBS News’ Steve Kroft in a taped interview for “60 Minutes.”

Women have many motivations for DC inauguration protest

In this April 18, 2016 file photo, supporters of fair immigration reform dance in front of the Supreme Court in Washington. The tens of thousands of women flocking to Washington for a march on the day after Donald Trump’s inauguration come packing a multitude of agendas, but are united in their loathing for Trump.

Women have many motivations for DC inauguration protest

In this April 18, 2016 file photo, supporters of fair immigration reform dance in front of the Supreme Court in Washington. The tens of thousands of women flocking to Washington for a march on the day after Donald Trump’s inauguration come packing a multitude of agendas, but are united in their loathing for Trump.

Obama prepares for a busy retirement, more freedom

President Barack Obama listens as Vice President Joe Biden speaks during a ceremony in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017, where Obama presented him with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. An unusually young ex-president, Barack Obama has a busy life awaiting him after he leaves the White House.

Obama prepares for a busy retirement, more freedom

President Barack Obama listens as Vice President Joe Biden speaks during a ceremony in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017, where Obama presented him with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. An unusually young ex-president, Barack Obama has a busy life awaiting him after he leaves the White House.

Belfast power-sharing faces Monday deadline for destruction

Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to clog the nation’s capital for Donald Trump’s inauguration and a major demonstration the day after, but how many will actually arrive to party or protest is an… Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to clog the nation’s capital for Donald Trump’s inauguration and a major demonstration the day after, but how many will actually arrive to party or protest is an open… Former California State Librarian Kevin Starr, who is deemed the pre-eminent historian of the Golden State, has died. He was 76. Former California State Librarian Kevin Starr, who is deemed the pre-eminent historian of the Golden State, has died.

Belfast power-sharing faces Monday deadline for destruction

Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to clog the nation’s capital for Donald Trump’s inauguration and a major demonstration the day after, but how many will actually arrive to party or protest is an… Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to clog the nation’s capital for Donald Trump’s inauguration and a major demonstration the day after, but how many will actually arrive to party or protest is an open… Former California State Librarian Kevin Starr, who is deemed the pre-eminent historian of the Golden State, has died. He was 76. Former California State Librarian Kevin Starr, who is deemed the pre-eminent historian of the Golden State, has died.

Names and Faces

Nicole Kidman attends the “Big Little Lies” panel at the HBO portion of the 2017 Winter Television Critics Association press tour on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017, in Pasadena, Calif. a Nicole Kidman said her comments that Americans should support President-elect Donald Trump were merely a statement of her belief in democracy, not an endorsement of the incoming president.

Names and Faces

Nicole Kidman attends the “Big Little Lies” panel at the HBO portion of the 2017 Winter Television Critics Association press tour on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017, in Pasadena, Calif. a Nicole Kidman said her comments that Americans should support President-elect Donald Trump were merely a statement of her belief in democracy, not an endorsement of the incoming president.

Homeland is back in New York for season six with President-Elect who’s hostile to CIA

Sound familiar? Homeland is back in New York for season six with a President-Elect who’s hostile to the CIA as show makes allusions to Trump The Showtime series’ return to American soil for Season Six was a poorly kept secret and saw Carrie Matherson back in NYC , where she is now heading a nonprofit firm that defends Muslims against discrimination. It’s set in a time period between a presidential election and the inauguration and focuses on the counter-terrorism efforts in New York nearly two decades after 9/11.

Burt Reynolds to auction replica ‘Smokey and the Bandit’ Trans-Am

Remember the iconic muscle car driven by Burt Reynolds in the kitchy yet classic 1977 movie Smokey and the Bandit ? Who wouldn’t want to own a Trans-Am just like it? Bidders will get their chance Friday at an auction in Arizona, MSN Autos reports. A listing for the Barrett-Jackson sale in Scottsdale shows a Pro-Touring Firebird owned by Reynolds and built by Restore a Muscle Car and Gene Kennedy.

Trump Team May Move Press Briefing Room Out of White House: Reince Priebus

President-elect Donald Trump’s team is considering moving the press briefing room out of the White House’s West Wing, according to Trump’s incoming chief of staff, Reince Priebus. When asked about an Esquire magazine report that the incoming administration plans to move the press room out of the West Wing to the Old Executive Office Building next door, Priebus told ABC’s George Stephanopoulos on This Week , “The one thing that we discussed was whether or not we want to do conferences in the [Executive Office Building].”

Obama criticizes Israel on adding settlements, urges vigilence as Trump takes office

WASHINGTON The increase of Israeli settlements has “gotten so substantial” that it is inhibiting the possibility for an “effective, contiguous Palestinian state,” President Barack Obama said Sunday, in his final interview as president. Speaking to CBS’ “60 Minutes,” Obama dismissed the idea that there is a “major rupture” in the relationship between the United States and Israel after last month’s decision by the U.S. to abstain from a United Nations vote condemning Israeli settlements.

Trump team considers relocating White House media corps

Routine media access to the White House could be a thing of the past under Donald Trump’s presidency, with top officials of the incoming administration saying Sunday that they’re exploring more spacious options nearby. Vice President-elect Mike Pence cast the idea as a response to increased interest in the new administration, saying they’re “giving some consideration to finding a larger venue on the 18 acres in the White House complex to accommodate the extraordinary interest.”

An Evening with David Cassidy at Granada

A nostalgic rock and roll performance is on the program as the Granada Theatre Concert Series presents An Evening with David Cassidy at 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19, at 1214 State St., Santa Barbara. Cassidy has an ability to reinvent himself, and adapt to numerous genres.

Trump Team May Move West WingBriefings to Expand Capacity

The incoming Trump administration is considering moving White House press briefings out of the West Wing to accommodate more than the “Washington media elite,” President-elect Donald Trump’s press secretary said. “This is about greater accessibility, more people in the process,” Sean Spicer said Sunday on Fox News Channel’s “Media Buzz.”

Washington Post reporter defends Donald Trump

In a January 15 tweet, President-elect Donald Trump thanked famed investigative journalist Bob Woodward over a “garbage” intelligence file that was the focus of media attention last week. Woodward, who was one of two reporters who broke the Watergate story in the 1970s, told Fox News Sunday that the president-elect’s perspective is “underreported.”

Pence: ‘No decision’ on evicting reporters from the White House

Donald Trump ‘s communications team is mulling plans to move reporters to a different location on the White House grounds in order to grant more media access to the incoming administration, Vice President-elect Mike Pence said Sunday. “What the team told me is that there is such a tremendous amount of interest in this incoming administration that they’re giving some consideration to finding a larger venue on the 18 acres of the White House complex to accommodate the extraordinary interest,” Pence told CBS’ John Dickerson.

Saturday Night Live Returns with Trump Press Conference, Tina Fey Cameo

Saturday Night Live returned after its long winter rest with another Donald Trump -skewering cold open this weekend. As Alec Baldwin pointed out earlier this week , Trump probably deserved a writing credit on this episode, because the cast basically just re-enacted his press conference from last week verbatim, then sprinkled in some shirtless Putin, played by Beck Bennett .

Arkansan in Henley gig in LR

HE’S WITH THE BAND: When Don Henley takes the stage at the Robinson Center in Little Rock on Friday, he’ll be joined by an Arkansan. Little Rock native Milo Deering is touring with him as a part of the band.

Around the remote: Chuck Barney’s TV picks for Jan. 15-21

DON’T MISS: “Homeland” – The popular spy thriller takes on a timely feel as it returns for its turbo-charged sixth season. A new president has just been elected and former CIA agent Carrie Mathison is now working for a Brooklyn-based foundation that provides aid to Muslims living in the U.S. The season, we’re told, will deal with a transitional time where a “very fragile and complex transfer of power” takes place between the outgoing president and the incoming leader.

Best-sellers

2.”The Undoing Project,” by Michael Lewis A history of the birth of behavioral economics from psychologists Daniel Kahneman and the late Amos Tversky. 3.”Hillbilly Elegy,” by J.D. Vance The investment banker’s account of growing up poor in Appalachia.

Ten Things You Need to Know Today: Sunday 15 Jan 2017

Theresa May will signal this week that she is prepared to take Britain out of the single market and customs union, according to several reports this morning. The Prime Minister is expected to reveal the most detailed insight yet into her approach to Brexit negotiations, in a speech on Tuesday.

Donald Trump and Rep. John Lewis Engage in War of Words

Civil rights icon Rep. John Lewis says he doesn’t see President-elect Donald Trump as a “legitimate” commander in chief following Russian meddling in the 2016 election. File-Georgia Democratic Representative John Lewis speaks at the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on Tuesday, July 26, 2016.

Kidman says comments about Trump support weren’t endorsement

Nicole Kidman says her comments that Americans should support President-elect Donald Trump were merely a statement of her belief in democracy, not an endorsement of the incoming president. The Oscar-winning actress’s earlier remarks sparked both criticism and praise online after they were aired by the BBC earlier this week.

Samantha Bee Talks – Golden Shower of Opportunity’ in Move…

“Full Frontal” host Samantha Bee told the Television Critics Association press tour that moving the show to Wednesday nights presented a “golden shower of opportunity.” Bee was of course referencing the unsubstantiated reports that President-elect Donald Trump paid Russian prostitutes to urinate in front of him during trips to Moscow .

DL Hughley Blasts Trump: – F – You Now and F – You…

“It amazes me that to convince black people that Donald Trump cares about them, he takes pictures with celebrities,” said Hughley Comedian DL Hughley rips President-elect Donald Trump for his attempts at communicating with the African American community in a new video that is making the rounds online. “It amazes me that to convince black people that Donald Trump cares about them, he takes pictures with celebrities,” said Hughley, who’s been an outspoken opponent of the president-elect.

10 (ish) films to look forward to in 2017

This image released by Summit Entertainment shows Keanu Reeves in a scene from the film, “John Wick: Chapter 2,” in theaters on Feb. 10. This image released by Universal Studios shows Charlize Theron, left, and Vin Diesel in a scene from “The Fate of the Furious,” expected in theaters on April 14. This image released by Warner Bros. Pictures shows Fionn Whitehead in a scene from, “Dunkirk,” a film also starring Tom Hardy, Cillian Murphy and Mark Rylance, scheduled for release on July 21, 2017.

Johnny Depp sues ex-managers, claims they wasted millions of his dollars

Johnny Depp sued his former business managers on Friday alleging they mismanaged his earnings throughout a lucrative period of his career, although the company says the actor’s spending is to blame. Depp’s lawsuit filed in Los Angeles Superior Court against The Management Group seeks more than US$25 million , alleging its owners failed to properly pay his taxes, made unauthorised loans and overpaid for security and other services.

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Katie Couric’s evolution, Legend on Trump, Perry on Kennedy

A roundup of news Friday from the Television Critics Association winter meeting, at which TV networks and streaming services are presenting details on upcoming programs. President-elect Donald Trump has two more Hollywood critics: singer John Legend and the creator of a television series on history’s Underground Railroad where slaves were led to freedom.

Obama admits Trump transition ‘unusual’

US President Barack Obama. Photo/AFP US President Barack Obama has admitted that the transition period leading to Donald Trump’s inauguration has been “unusual” and warned that the CEO’s “improvisational” style might not translate well to the presidency.

Lucasfilm Has No Plans to Digitally Recreate Carrie Fisher

Over the last week, rumors have surfaced that Lucasfilm was in talks with the estate of Carrie Fisher to possibly digitally recreate the late actress for Star Wars: Episode IX . In a rare case, Lucasfilm has put those rumors to rest with the following official statement : We don’t normally respond to fan or press speculation, but there is a rumor circulating that we would like to address.

Inaugural concert to feature Toby Keith, Jennifer Holliday

Workers install handrails for the bench seating along Pennsylvania Ave. in front of the White House in Washington, Friday, Jan. 13, 2017, as preparations continue for next week’s Inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump. Donald Trump’s inaugural welcome concert next week will feature country star Toby Keith, singer Jennifer Holliday and actor Jon Voight, organizers announced Friday.

Joanna Krupa shows off her toned legs while walking her four pups to the park

‘My mother raised me with everything I needed… she is no felon’: Teen girl snatched from hospital 18 years ago by woman dressed as a nurse defends her abductor after they’re found living together Texas teacher, 24, who had sex repeatedly with her 13-year-old student and got pregnant with his child gets 10 years in jail American spies ‘told their Israeli counterparts NOT to share information with Donald Trump because it could end up in Putin’s hands’ I don’t see Trump as a ‘legitimate president’ – the Russians helped him win: Veteran Democrat congressman claims ‘conspiracy’ to beat Clinton Britain’s royal rebel: Society photographer Lord Snowdon, the charming ex-husband of Princess Margaret who captured iconic images of the Queen and Diana, dies peacefully at home aged 86 ‘I’m really sorry.

Steve Harvey Meets With Trump

Steve Harvey was invited by the Obama and Trump transition teams to meet with President-Elect Donald Trump at Trump Tower earlier Friday. “Well, you know, it’s not my jump into politics.

The 10 Best Inaugural Performances of All Time

US President Barack Obama dances with his wife and First Lady Michelle Obama as Beyonce sings “At Last” during the first Inaugural Ball on January 20, 2009 in Washington, DC. The list of performers set for President-elect Donald Trump’s Jan. 20 inauguration – including country performer Toby Keith and rock band 3 Doors Down – has left some people nostalgic for past celebrations that featured the entertainment world’s brightest stars.

a Anything could happena on this yeara s a Homeland,a says showrunner

Elizabeth Marvel stars as Elizabeth Keane and F. Murray Abraham is Dar Adal in “Homeland.” When the new season of Showtime’s “Homeland” went into production, the presidential election was still ongoing, and few people at the time could predict what would happen – and is still happening. Before writing any scripts, though, the writers, producers and key members of the cast annually meet in Washington, DC, with counterterrorism and national security experts to get a sense of what type of worries the country might face in the future.

33 movies we can’t wait to see in 2017

This stunning, dialogue-free fantasy, directed by Dutch-British animator Michal Dudok de Wit, has the Studio Ghibli seal of approval — the not-so-retired Hayao Miyazaki’s studio co-produced the film. The sequel to one of 2014’s best action films promises more kill shots, more Common, significantly less dog murder and a similar amount of Keanu Reeves.

Read T.I.’s Candid Open Letter to Donald Trump

With one week to go before Donald Trump assumes the highest office in the land, rapper Tip “T.I.” Harris has shared an open letter to the president-elect with Rolling Stone to “take the time to share what many of US would like you to see.”   “Not only did you impact a nation, but you defined a culture and you shook up and woke up a generation,” rapper writes in first of open letter series “Should it ever at times seem as though WE are against YOU, I assure you it’s a result of YOU defining yourself as the representative for those who are and who always have been against US,” he writes.

Inaugural concert to feature Toby Keith, Jennifer Holliday

Workers install handrails for the bench seating along Pennsylvania Ave. in front of the White House in Washington, Friday, Jan. 13, 2017, as preparations continue for next week’s Inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump. Workers install handrails for the bench seating along Pennsylvania Ave. in front of the White House in Washington, Friday, Jan. 13, 2017, as preparations continue for next week’s Inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump.

Steve Harvey meets with President-elect Trump about housing and inner-city issues

Steve Harvey, the comedian and host, met with President-elect Donald Trump at Trump Tower on Friday, where Harvey said that they discussed his working with Ben Carson on housing and inner-city issues. “We are going to team up and see if we can bring about some positive change in the inner cities,” Harvey told reporters, after appearing briefly with Trump after the meeting in the Trump tower lobby.

New York financier to land White House adviser role

A prominent New York financier is set to be named a top White House adviser to President-elect Donald Trump, tasked with coordinating the administration’s outreach to the nation’s financial world and key members of the political community. Anthony Scaramucci, a colorful surrogate for Trump and a top fundraiser during the campaign, will be appointed within the week, according to two people with knowledge of the decision who were not authorized to discuss that matter publicly.

Neil Patrick Harris, Barry Sonnenfeld Fete ‘A Series of Unfortunate Events’ at Premiere

“I Feel Like a Rescue Dog at Netflix,” Sonnenfeld gushed at the New York premiere which debuted their rendering of Daniel Handler’s best-selling series. Moments before Wednesday night’s premiere of the new Netflix original program A Series of Unfortunate Events at AMC Lincoln Square in New York City, director and executive producer Barry Sonnenfeld sounded near tears as he thanked fellow executive producer Daniel Handler, author of the 13 novels of source material, who responded with a hug.

James Corden Joins Ocean’s Eight

… is set for release in Summer 2018 and will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures , a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures. What do you think of the addition of James Corden to the …

Trump says buy LL Bean _ but many products are made in China

In this June 2012 photo, Linda Bean speaks to reporters outside the Cabinet Room after a meeting with Maine Gov. Paul LePage at the State House in Augusta, Maine. President-elect Donald Trump urged Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017, for people to buy L.L. Bean products as the company faces calls for a boycott because of Linda Bean’s donations to his candidacy.

Canadian ‘SNL’ and ‘SCTV’ alum Tony Rosato dead at the age of 62

Canadian actor Tony Rosato, a veteran of sketch-comedy shows “Saturday Night Live” and “SCTV,” has died at the age of 62. The Italian-born comic actor joined Martin Short and Robin Duke as the only three performers to have been cast members of both “Saturday Night Live” and “SCTV,” the classic homegrown comedy show that was spun out of Second City shortly after “SNL” launched in the mid-1970s. One of his most memorable “SCTV” characters was Marcello, a clumsy TV chef whose “Cooking with Marcello” lessons always ended up in a kitchen disaster.

Kellyanne Conway unplugged

The little girl from Atco, N.J., raised in a collaborative effort by her mother, a grandmother and two aunts, all living under the same roof, now has her mother living in her home, helping her and her husband with their four children. “Funny how that happened,” she says of her mother moving in after she became Donald Trump ‘s presidential campaign manager in August.

Prison Break Revival’s Unlikely Catalyst: The Flash! Plus – Ep 10 Mystery Solved

Wentworth Miller and Dominic Purcell ‘s 2014 reunion on the set of The Flash was the inciting incident that led to Fox’s Prison Break revival “We hadn’t seen each other in about five years,” Miller recounted Wednesday at the Television Critics Association winter press tour. “And we were back on set, talking about old times, and out of that conversation came the possibility of revisiting Prison Break .”

VIDEO: Seth Meyers Grills Kellyanne Conway on Trump’s Relationship with FBI, the Press & Twitter

Donald Trump’s incoming White House counselor Kellyanne Conway defends the president-elect’s relationship with the intelligence community, the press and Twitter. Watch the appearance below! About LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS: Beloved “Saturday Night Live” personality – and the longest serving “anchor” on the show’s wildly popular “Weekend Update” – Seth Meyers takes over as host of NBC’s “Late Night,” home to A-list celebrity guests, memorable comedy and the best in musical talent.

The Ben Affleck Wheel of Fortune

O, FORTUNA! Your capricious wheel of fate brings us mortals to greatest highs and most miserable lows as we rotate, ever onward, through the spinning machinations of time! And none among us has been raised by generous fortune to loftier highs, then brought to cruelest lows, than that mighty chin among men, the Batman-who-would-be-king, Ben Affleck. Affleck the Elder’s career carves the insistent, repetitive arc of a pendulum, with the trough accompanying some of the most irredeemable garbage cinema has ever seen.

N.J. university to host Bruce Springsteen’s archives

While it takes Bruce Springsteen close to four hours to effectively revisit the four-plus decades of his career in concert, the Boss needed just 90 minutes to chronicle his life story at New Jersey’s Monmouth University. The 67-year-old Garden State-born rocker spoke at the school in West Long Branch Tuesday night as part of an ”intimate conversation” moderated by Grammy Museum Executive Director Bob Santelli.

Obama offers optimism a ” and warnings a ” in farewell address

Popular but politically humbled, President Barack Obama said goodbye to the nation Tuesday night, declaring during his farewell address that he hasn’t abandoned his vision of progressive change but warning that it now comes with a new set of caveats. His voice at moments catching with emotion, Obama recounted a presidency that saw setbacks as well as successes.

Ben Affleck Defends Meryl Streep From Donald Trump’s…

“If there’s one thing, truly, in the world that we know is not true, it’s that Meryl Streep is overrated,” Affleck tells Jimmy Kimmel Ben Affleck defended the actress on Monday night’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live” by saying, “If there’s one thing, truly, in the world that we know is not true, it’s that Meryl Streep is overrated.” Streep bashed President-elect Donald Trump without saying his name during her Cecile B. DeMille Award acceptance speech at the Golden Globes on Sunday night.

Ben Affleck jokes about being left out of brother Casey’s speech

The acclaimed director and film star couldn’t help but notice that Casey Affleck failed to mention him as thanked a bevy of people after winning best actor in a drama at the award show Sunday – an omission that he admits caught him by surprise. “I was a little taken aback,” Affleck joked on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” Monday night.

‘Twin Peaks’ Thespians On Returning To Work With David…

After David Lynch revealed zero spoilers to the TCA press corps today, some members of the upcoming Twin Peaks Showtime series took the stage as they were grilled about any speck of news. “I’m playing my very own character,” said Laura Dern dodging a question as to whether she would play Diane, Agent Dale Cooper’s secretary who he would always leaves messages for.