EXCHANGE: Desire to become a chef remains with many

Osvaldo “Ozzy” Martinez of La Salle tuned in regularly to TV chef Gordon Ramsay and came to admire his culinary skills, if not his notoriously foul mouth. Martinez decided he’d like to walk in Ramsay’s footsteps someday and maybe own his own restaurant someday.

Elton John is better person now

The 69-year-old singer and his husband David Furnish have two sons, Zachary, six, and four-year-old Elijah – who were born to a surrogate – and he admits it is “unimaginable” how much his life is different now to before he became a parent, and he couldn’t be happier with the changes. He said: “It’s unimaginable how the children have changed my life.

Astrological Forecast

BIRTHDAY GAL: Actress Thora Birch was born in Los Angeles on this date in 1982. This birthday gal has starred in such films as “Hocus Pocus,” “Ghost World,” and “American Beauty.”

Children’s Museum buys 3,250-piece Batman collection

ADVANCE FOR SATURDAY MARCH 11 AND THEREAFTER – A Nov. 15, 2011 photo shows Kevin Silva’s world-class collection of Batman memorabilia in Indianapolis. Silva, whose “Batcave” trove of souvenirs earned Guinness World Record status from 2013 to 2016, is selling more than 3,250 items to the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.

Kids have their say about favorite books

Parents, teachers, librarians and booksellers have a worthy goal in common: They are eager to put quality books in the hands of young readers. This is the reason prestigious awards like the Newbery and Caldecott medals exist – to recognize and promote outstanding titles for children.

Rosalyn D’Mello: Motherhood must be a choice

Whether you decide to be a mother or not, your choice does not make you any less of a woman, and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise It felt like a punch in the gut to hear the writer Hannah, from the HBO series, Girls, was interviewing say with the air of eclectic authority that childlessness is the natural state of the female author. “Write that down,” she tells Hannah, who is herself struggling with inhabiting the identity of a female writer in an American literary scene still dominated by white privileged men.

Get ready for a brand new Anne of Green Gables on television

Prince Edward Island is such an intricate part of who Anne is. It’s almost impossible to have a production of Anne of Green Gables without really featuring Prince Edward Island CBC will air this version – it’s simply titled “Anne” – of the story over eight episodes featuring 14-year-old Amybeth McNulty in the title role.

Christopher Plummer reflects on roots ahead of Canadian Screen Awards

Christopher Plummer, a cast member in the classic film “The Sound of Music,” arrives for a 50th anniversary screening of the film at the opening night gala of the 2015 TCM Classic Film Festival on March 26, 2015, in Los Angeles. Christopher Plummer, a cast member in the classic film “The Sound of Music,” arrives for a 50th anniversary screening of the film at the opening night gala of the 2015 TCM Classic Film Festival on March 26, 2015, in Los Angeles.

Kanye West’s ‘deep connection’ with Caitlyn Jenner

The ‘Famous’ rapper was hospitalised in November amid reports he had suffered a breakdown and he has reportedly turned to the ‘I Am Cait’ star – who, before her transition, was previously married to Kanye’s mother-in-law Kris Jenner – for “counselling” as he gets back on track. A source told Closer magazine: “Caitlyn has been counselling Kanye over the past few months and they often talk for hours on the phone or at her Malibu home, which has become a refuge for him.

Deadpool 2′ Teaser: Wade Wilson Fails to Save Mugging Victim

If you’ve ever wanted to see a Marvel character tell the legendary face of the company to shut up, here’s your chance! Ryan Reynolds has posted the “Deadpool 2” teaser shown in front of “Logan” screenings online. And in it, the Merc with the Mouth tells Stan Lee to “shut up!” Watch it above.

Eugene library foundation mails free books to preschoolers

ADVANCE FOR PUBLICATION RELEASE ON SATURDAY, MARCH 4, 2017, AT 12:01 a.m. PT In this Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2017 photo, Jess Wood reads “The Little Engine that Could,” to her daughter, Wynn Wood, 2, at the Eugene Public Library in Eugene., Ore. A local program that mails free books to Eugene children is helping the toddler become passionate about reading.

Disney Channel presents ‘Andi Mack,’ an Engaging New Series …

“Andi Mack,” a compelling story of self-discovery written by Terri Minsky, the creator of Disney Channel’s hit series “Lizzie McGuire,” will be available on-demand, beginning FRIDAY, MARCH 10 , on the Disney Channel App, Video-on-Demand, Disney.com, Disney Channel YouTube, iTunes, Amazon and Google Play. Exclusive access to the second episode will also be available Friday, March 10, via Disney Channel VOD and to verified users of the Disney Channel App.

Celebrities get down during the Oscar after-parties in Hollywood

Winner for Best Actress “La La Land” Emma Stone poses with a guest and her brother Spencer at the 89h Annual Academy Awards Governors Ball in Hollywood, California, on February 26, 2017. Winner for Best Actress “La La Land” Emma Stone poses with a guest and her brother Spencer at the 89h Annual Academy Awards Governors Ball in Hollywood, California, on February 26, 2017.

Oliver: Trump the Real Bathroom PredatorBy Marlow Stern

The ‘Last Week Tonight’ host blasted the president’s decision this past week to roll back protections for transgender kids. This week, President Trump “rescinded protections for transgender students that had allowed them to use bathrooms corresponding with their gender identity,” reported The New York Times.

If the ‘Flip or Flop’ couple want to put their kids first, they should get off reality TV

‘We’re just normal, nice people who just, you know, want to be the best parents and coworkers that we can be,” Christina El Moussa told “Good Morning America” last week. Christina and her husband, Tarek, the stars of HGTV’s home-improvement show “Flip or Flop,” have been going through a very public divorce, but the two have announced that they will continue to work together both professionally as real-estate flippers and personally for the sake of their two children, aged 6 and 1. Which is great news.

Jennifer Garner stresses early education with US governors

Actress Jennifer Garner says growing up “surrounded by generational, rural poverty” in West Virginia inspired her to become an advocate for early-childhood education. Garner spoke at a meeting of the National Governors Association on Saturday about programs that bring educators into the homes of low-income parents to help them get their kids ready for kindergarten.

Korie and Sadie Robertson headline “Fearfully and Wonderfully Made”…

Korie Robertson, left, answers questions from Meghan Goad, Green Acres Baptist girls minister at the Fearfully and Wonderfully Made conference at the CrossWalk Conference Center in Tyler Saturday, Feb. 25, 2017. LouAnna Campbell/Tyler Morning Telegraph Sadie Robertson, answers questions at the Fearfully and Wonderfully Made conference at the Green Acres Baptist Church CrossWalk Conference Center in Tyler Saturday, Feb. 25, 2017.

Here’s who’s going to win all 24 Oscar categories

After his latest gig as the host of the 2016 Emmys, the comedian and Jimmy Kimmel Live! host will take the stage to host the Oscars for the first time ever. The 2017 Oscars ceremony is right around the corner, so you’d better hurry up and watch “La La Land”, “Moonlight”, “Hidden Figures”, “Fences”, “Arrival”, “Manchester by the Sea”, ” Hell or High Water “, ” Hacksaw Ridge ” and “Lion” if you want to be all caught up on the Best Picture nominees.

Naomie Harris’ Oscar nerves

The 40-year-old actress is up for Best Supporting Actress at the upcoming Academy Awards but is incredibly nervous at the prospect of having to get up on stage and address hundreds of people if she does win the accolade. “Public speaking is the next hurdle I have to overcome.

Catherine Zeta Jones’ TV gift for husband Michael

The ‘Chicago’ actress – who has kids Dylan, 16, and Carys, 13, with her spouse – fell in love with a dream home but the ‘Behind the Candelabra’ star was reluctant to move. However, Michael went along with her wishes and in order to cheer him up and allow him to give her free reign to do what she wanted with the property, she made sure the abode was kitted out with a “huge” new television.

Five Things to Watch for at the Oscars

… Land,” a fine but flawed film, captured the imagination of Hollywood, which tends to reward movies about the entertainment industry (“Birdman” and “The Artist” are the two most recent examples of good films enshrined in greatness with Best Picture …

Penn’s sure-fire Oscar picks

… pretty hard to pick so you know, pick someone you like or someone with a cool name. The Academy has promised entertainment, passion, and fun. Obviously, this year will be an exceptionally politically charged ceremony. I really just hope for two …

Daughter, Two Others Arrested in Vegas Woman’s 2014 Murder

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Sitcoms that influenced us and our parenting

Ask anyone who grew up in the 1970s, ’80s and ’90s about their favorite sitcoms and they probably won’t miss a beat, answering quickly and with tremendous passion about shows that influenced them in countless ways. “For every Jewish girl, I think it was ‘Rhoda,’ ” said Gold, who wrote and starred in the critically acclaimed one-woman off-Broadway show “The Judy Show: My Life as a Sitcom.”

Rubin: Why grow up when you can play with trains?

For the volunteer crew at mammoth Chi-Town Station in Commerce Township, adulthood is optional when the tracks are full. Rubin: Why grow up when you can play with trains? For the volunteer crew at mammoth Chi-Town Station in Commerce Township, adulthood is optional when the tracks are full.

Master of movement

Denton Dance Conservatory will host a master class in musical theater dance on Saturday, and the local studio is bringing in a teacher with skill and a family history of dance excellence. Colleen Kelly Beaman will lead the master class for intermediate and advanced dancers ages 11 and older at 10 a.m. Saturday at the conservatory, 4103 Mesa Drive.

BRACES are trendy beauty product for middle-aged women

EXCLUSIVE: ‘She cares more about destroying me than her own kids.’ Ex of ‘vindictive’ Lisa Marie Presley hits back at claims she found ‘disturbing’ pictures of children on his computer, promising bombshell revelations about her ‘It’s a fake presidency’: Mika Brzezinski fires back at Trump after the President’s marathon press conference criticizing the media and Morning Joe’s feud with advisor Kellyanne Conway Manchester United soccer legend Dwight Yorke ‘is denied entry into US’ under Trump’s border laws because of ‘Iranian stamp in his passport’ Revealed, the intriguing truth about infidelity: Only men have the adultery gene, career women fuel divorce and men stray most aged 55 to 65 Massachusetts woman ‘is raped and nearly a dozen tourists are bound and robbed’ by masked gunmen at popular Colombian beach resort Democrat from ultra-liberal Portland, Oregon says he’s looking at the 25th … (more)

Tree smashes through model Ireland Baldwin’s backyard

EXCLUSIVE: ‘She cares more about destroying me than her own kids.’ Ex of ‘vindictive’ Lisa Marie Presley hits back at claims she found ‘disturbing’ pictures of children on his computer, promising bombshell revelations about her ‘It’s a fake presidency’: Mika Brzezinski fires back at Trump after the President’s marathon press conference criticizing the media and Morning Joe’s feud with advisor Kellyanne Conway Democrat from ultra-liberal Portland, Oregon says he’s looking at the 25th amendment because he fears for Trump’s mental health Massachusetts woman ‘is raped and nearly a dozen tourists are bound and robbed’ by masked gunmen at popular Colombian beach resort ‘Far exceeded my expectations’: Face transplant recipient hails staggering results of his procedure just EIGHT MONTHS after surgery and 10 years after he nearly blew his head off in failed suicide bid Gold-dusted popcorn, … (more)

Mary Poppins Returns Adds Angela Lansbury

Angela Lansbury is the latest addition to the cast of Walt Disney Pictures ‘ Mary Poppins Returns , the all-new sequel to 1964’s Mary Poppins . A five-time Tony Award winner and the recipient of an honorary Academy Award and three Academy Award nominations, Angela Lansbury will play the Balloon Lady, a character from PL Travers’ original children’s books.

Books for Kids: I am Jim Henson

Cover illustration, by Christopher Eliopoulos, for I am Jim Henson, by Brad Meltzer, part of the Ordinary People Change the World series of picture-book biographies, published by Dial Books. You know you’re in for a treat when the first text you see is on the inside front endpaper, in voice balloons hovering over a small illustration of Statler and Waldorf, two elderly hecklers from The Muppet Show.

Exclusive Podcast: ‘Behind the Curtain’ Welcomes Tony-Winning Composer Charles Strouse for Part II

The sun will come out today because the Tony Award winning composer of BYE BYE BIRDIE, APPLAUSE, ANNIE, and countless others, Charles Strouse is back to discuss his life after being anointed Broadway’s Golden Boy . Charles pulls back the curtain on his career, including how a Depression Era comic strip defined his career, what was it like to compose for a non-singing heroine, and why “Those Were The Days” really weren’t! Become a sponsor of Behind The Curtain and get early access to interviews, private playlists, and advance knowledge of future guests so you can ask legends the your own questions.

David Beckham enjoys day out with the kids in New York City

David Beckham had a great day with his four children while Victoria was hard at work – and shared snaps of their time at the Natural History Museum on Instagram David Beckham had fun entertaining his four children while Victoria was hard at work in New York City! The proud dad took his kids Brooklyn, 17, Romeo , 14, Cruz , 11 and five-year-old Harper to the Natural History Museum, and shared snaps of their exciting family day on Instagram! Posting a photo of himself with his children at the museum, he wrote: “Nice day in NYC & a great few hours at the Natural History Museum. Keeping the littlest ones busy whilst mum works on the collection.”

Greed should not drive your career goals

Greed should not drive your career goals The principal asked students what kind of car they wanted to drive or whether they want their own boat. Check out this story on ydr.com: http://on-ydr.co/2kX39mX Imagine a world without your automobile mechanic or your dental hygienist.

Aisling O’Loughlin: ‘The hardest part of splitting up is the kids’

Aaisling O’Loughlin has revealed the hardest part of her break-up to Nick MacInnes is when he has to say goodbye to their children. Nicholas MacInnes and Aisling O’Loughlin at the launch of the exclusive limited edition Carmen Explorer bags, which have been designed exclusively by Irish designer Pauric Sweeney for Carmen wines at the Little Museum of Dublin on Stephens Green.

Lena Dunham says her own experience on social media makes her fear for bullied teens

Lena Dunham says being the target of online trolls has taken its toll on her “emotional and personal life”, and she worries about what it does to teenagers. The creator and star of comedy TV series Girls is known for publicly sharing strong views about women’s rights and racial and gender equality, but she often cops criticism from both sides of the feminist divide, and said it is still difficult to be “constantly called out”.

“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.

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.

Quotes from Sunday’s Screen Actors Guild Awards

Octavia Spencer, from left, Taraji P. Henson, and Janelle Monae pose in the press room with the award for outstanding performance by a cast in a motion picture for “Hidden Figures” at the 23rd annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017, in Los Angeles. “This story is of unity, this story is what happens when we put our differences aside and we come together as a human race.

Emma Stone’s F-bomb among off-camera antics at SAG Awards

Actors obviously love the camera, but some of the most delightful and insightful moments at Sunday’s Screen Actors Guild Awards didn’t make the show Millie Bobby Brown appears backstage with the award for outstanding performance by an ensemble in a drama series for “Stranger Things” at the 23rd annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017, in Los Angeles. LOS ANGELES – Actors obviously love the camera, but some of the most delightful and insightful moments at Sunday’s Screen Actors Guild Awards didn’t make the show.

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.

‘Hidden Figures’ shocks SAG Awards

The cast of “Hidden Figures” rocketed to the Screen Actors Guild top award at a fiery, protest-laden ceremony that was dominated by defiance over President Trump’s sweeping immigration ban. An uplifting drama about African-American mathematicians who aided NASA’s 1960s space race, “Hidden Figures” was the surprise best-ensemble winner Sunday night at Los Angeles’ Shrine Auditorium.

La La Land’ not up for SAG ensemble award

‘La La Land’ not up for SAG ensemble award Nominated instead are the casts for “Manchester by the Sea,” “Hidden Figures” and “Captain Fantastic” Check out this story on detroitnews.com: http://detne.ws/2jGWL1u Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone, winners of the Best Performance by an Actor/Actress in a Motion Picture at the 74th Annual Golden Globe Awards “La La Land” may have tied an Oscar record with 14 nominations, set a Golden Globes record with seven wins and won the top prize at Saturday’s Producers Guild Awards, but it won’t be competing for the top Screen Actors Guild award. Sunday night’s SAG Awards often serve as an Academy Awards warm-up.

SAG Awards 2017: Red Carpet Arrivals

See what this year’s Screen Actors Guild Awards nominees and guests are wearing as they arrive at L.A.’s Shrine Auditorium See what this year’s Screen Actors Guild Awards guests and nominees are wearing as they arrive at The Shrine Expo Hal in Los Angeles Click below for the top news from around the Bay Area and beyond. Sign up for our newsletters to be the first to learn about breaking news and more.

Kaley Cuoco Rocks Naturalistic Makeup & Pretty Updo At 2017 SAG Awards

Kaley Cuoco always gets it right! The ‘Big Bang Theory’ star looked stunning at the SAG Awards on Jan. 29, opting for a casual but pretty updo and a simplistic makeup look. How perfect is her liquid liner? Kaley Cuoco , 31, looked amazing at the 2017 Screen Actor’s Guild Awards at the Shrine Exposition Center in Los Angeles, CA, and we’ve broken down the look right here! For her gorgeous hair, Cervando Maldonado for Suave Professionals styled Kaley using the Suave Luxe Style collection, including Shine Styling Oil and Dry Shampoo .

Tomlin to get career honor at 23rd SAG Awards

William H. Macy is up for a SAG Award for his role as the despicable Frank Gallagher in Showtime’s Shameless. The 23rd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards , airs from 7-9 p.m. today on TNT and TBS with Lily Tomlin scheduled for the SAG Life Achievement Award.

British stars bid for success at SAG awards

Oscar nominees Andrew Garfield, Dev Patel and Naomie Harris are among a host of British stars hoping for success at the Screen Actors Guild Awards. Oscar nominees Andrew Garfield, Dev Patel and Naomie Harris are among a host of British stars hoping for success at the Screen Actors Guild Awards.

Academy Calls Possible Ban of Asghar Farhadi from Oscars…

Filmmaker, whose film “The Salesman” is a nominee for Best Foreign Language Film, may be the most prominent person affected by President Trump’s executive order The Motion Picture Academy of Arts and Sciences issued a statement Saturday, calling President Trump’s executive order that could prevent Iranian director Asghar Farhadi from entering the U.S. to attend next month’s Academy Awards “extremely troubling.” “The Academy celebrates achievement in the art of filmmaking, which seeks to transcend borders and speak to audiences around the world, regardless of national, ethnic, or religious differences,” the Academy statement reads.

Ralph Macchio to guest star on AMC’s ‘Comic Book Men’

Ralph Macchio is to guest star on the mid-Season 6 premiere of the reality show Comic Book Men , AMC announced Friday. The series follows the knowledgeable and entertaining staff who work at filmmaker Kevin Smith ‘s New Jersey comic-book and pop-culture memorabilia shop, Jay and Silent Bob’s Secret Stash.

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.

Lion’ Composers Dustin O’Halloran, Hauschka on the…

“I never had a doubt since the moment I saw the film that it would resonate with a lot of people,” composer O’Halloran says Fresh off their Oscar nomination for Best Original Music Score, “Lion” composers Dustin O’Halloran and Hauschka gave TheWrap an exclusive behind-the scenes look at how they created the captivating compositions. “I never had a doubt since the moment I saw the film that it would resonate with a lot of people,” O’Halloran reveals in the video clip.

The 2017 Best Picture OscarNominees, Ranked The 2017 Best PictureOscar Nominees, Ranked

Most of the world left 2016 in the dust, but the masochists in Hollywood only call a wrap on the year on February 26th, when the Academy Awards name the best of the best in movies . Yes, the Oscars are upon us, and with the nominations out there in the world, preparing us for one last hurrah, we’ve decided to rank the just-announced Best Picture contenders for your prioritized viewing pleasure.

New on Netflix: Good news 80s movies fans

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Kenya Moore claims past domestic abuse of Sheree Whitfield

‘I know for a fact’: Kenya Moore claims Sheree Whitfield was the victim of an abusive relationship as the two spar on RHOA Kenya Moore claimed that Sheree Whitfield was in a past abusive relationship during a stormy lunch on Sunday’s episode of The Real Housewives Of Atlanta. Sheree was referencing Kenya goading Porsha Williams over lunch about her anger management classes and her ex-boyfriend Matt’s recent vandalism of her home.

Screen scene: Local film news

FILMMAKER’S WEEKEND: Seen here, a still from My Dear Americans represents one of multiple short works that award-winning filmmaker Arpita Kumar will screen during her visit to Asheville. a Grail Moviehouse hosts an encore screening of Democracy for Sale on Wednesday, Jan. 25, at 7 p.m. The documentary follows North Carolina native Zach Galifianakis throughout his home state as he investigates its transformation at the hands of political spending.

‘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.”

Portland filmmaker explores ‘Slender Man Stabbing’ of 12-year-old girl

Portland-based filmmaker Irene Taylor Brodsky’s latest documentary, “Beware the Slenderman,” examines the stabbing of a 12-year-old girl, an attack inspired by an internet character, and its aftermath. The film debuts on HBO Jan. 23. On May 31, 2014, in a suburb of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a 12-year-old girl with multiple stab wounds was found lying on a sidewalk.

JAC, Leonard School of Music join forces

Jazz Artists of Charlest worked with the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry and Mayor John Tecklenburg in November for Jazz Day for Kids. Students from various schools came to the Charleston Music Hall for a live performance from the Charleston Jazz Orchestra.

Stars of ‘Hidden Figures’ among SAG Awards presenters

The nominated stars of “Moonlight,” ”Hidden Figures,” ”Manchester by the Sea” and “Captain Fantastic” will be among the presenters at the Screen Actors Guild Awards. Producers announced Thursday that Mahershala Ali and Naomie Harris of “Moonlight,” Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer and Janelle Monae of “Hidden Figures,” Casey Affleck and Lucas Hedges of “Manchester by the Sea” and “Captain Fantastic” star Viggo Mortensen will take on presentation duties at the Jan. 29 ceremony in Los Angeles.

Take a peek at the Children’s Book Week poster

Take a peek at the Children’s Book Week poster Kids’ illustrator Christian Robinson gets the assignment this year. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2jCj8Wi Why not? Here’s a first look at this year’s poster for Children’s Book Week, the annual celebration of books for kids and teens, which this year runs from May 1-7.

Chris Beardshaw Inspires Music with The Morgan Stanley Garden

Morgan Stanley is returning to Chelsea Flower Show for a third consecutive year with ‘The Morgan Stanley Garden’ designed by Chris Beardshaw. The garden creates an exciting opportunity for young musicians from the National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain to work with Chris to compose and perform a unique piece of music inspired by the garden design.

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.

‘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.

Monster Trucks’ Review: Kid Adventure Charms More Than It…

The charisma of Lucas Till and Jane Levy – and even the titular creature – outweighs the movie’s moments of tone-deafness Originally slated to be released at the tail-end of last year, “Monster Trucks” has surreptitiously slid into theaters this weekend across the country. The ominous January release date is typically a bad omen and telltale sign of a film’s quality.

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.

Putting the stories on paper

When it came to parenting, Ken Young took a creative approach to teaching his daughter, Heather, about right from wrong. Instead of lectures, Young created a fantasy world through written stories that taught virtues and responsibility.

Kid Stuff: Jan. 12-19

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‘La La Land’ dominates BAFTA film nominations

London: After a golden run of winning seven honours at the 74th Golden Globe Awards in the US, “La La Land” has received the maximum nominations for the British Academy Film Awards with 11 nods. The Hollywood musical is up for Best Film, while its lead actors Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone are up for Best Actor and Actress awards at the gala, to be organised by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts at the Royal Albert Hall here on February 12, reports bbc.com.

Massachusetts girl, 9, takes her culinary talents to TV

And even if you are a professional chef, that’s no guarantee that you’ve also been a chef on TV like she has. Currently a student at Fall Brook Elementary, Caldwell was recently able to put her passion for culinary arts to good use as a contestant on the fifth season of the Fox reality series “MasterChef Junior.”

Sony kids’ catch-up on YouView

Sony Pictures Television’s portfolio of kids’ channels is launching a catch-up service on UK Internet TV platform YouView from January 10th. Following YouView’s recent announcement of a re-engineering and redesign of the entire platform, Sony Kids is the first player to launch since the roll out of the new software.

Neil Patrick Harris deliciously vile in Netflix’s

The sinister Count Olaf with his three poor charges who find themselves at his mercy after a fire takes their home and parents in ‘A Series of Unfortunate Events’ on Netflix. The sinister Count Olaf with his three poor charges who find themselves at his mercy after a fire takes their home and parents in ‘A Series of Unfortunate Events’ on Netflix.

Live from the 2017 Golden Globe Awards

Live from the 2017 Golden Globe Awards A minute-by-minute breakdown of the festivities hosted by Jimmy Fallon. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2jiFRDA The stars come out on the 2017 74th annual Golden Globe Awards red carpet Sunday at The Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles.

Review: Jimmy Fallon and the Golden Globes: A perfect match

Review: Jimmy Fallon and the Golden Globes: A perfect match NBC’s homegrown host matches awards in eagerness to please Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2jiTuTe Jimmy’s angels? Sistine, Scarlet and Sophia Stallone, Sylvester Stallone’s daughters, strike a pose with Jimmy Fallon. The ladies are sharing the title of Miss Golden Globe 2017 for the ceremony Sunday, which Fallon is hosting.

5 things to binge-watch before the Golden Globes

Check out this story on northjersey.com: http://usat.ly/2i3uIIU The Golden Globes are helping usher in the season of gowns and golden trophies on Sunday . The night brings your faves from both film and television together in one hotel ballroom with speeches and a lot of booze.

New LEGO Batman Movie Video Hilariously Highlights Batman And Robin’s Weird Relationship

In case Ben Affleck’s Batman reprisal in Justice League next November isn’t exciting you, don’t worry, because another version of the Caped Crusader will be returning on the big screen much sooner than that. Next month will finally see the release of The LEGO Batman Movie , which will turn a comedic light on the Batman mythos in a way that’s never been done before.

Golden Globes: Storylines to watch at the awards show

The year’s first award show is nearly upon us – but only a few contenders seem truly poised to take home the gold. “La La Land,” “Moonlight” and “Manchester by the Sea” enter Sunday as the overwhelming favorites to dominate the Golden Globes in what’s been an undeniably substandard year in film.

Jimmy Fallon, the host of the 74th annual Golden Globe

Check out this story on Daily-Times.com: http://usat.ly/2i0Zd28 Jimmy Fallon, the host of the 74th annual Golden Globe Awards, makes sure the carpet in front of the Beverly Hilton is ready to go for Sunday. The Golden Globes, aka award season’s booziest night of stars and acceptance speeches, is taking place Sunday.

Golden Globes 2017: Here’s Who Should Win and Will Win the Night’s Biggest Awards

If the Oscars are the biggest night for movies and the Emmys for TV, then the Golden Globes are like their showy, drunken child, with the biggest stars from the small and big screens gathering this Sunday to toast each other and hand out some awards. Since the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, who puts on the bash, loves a star sighting as much as they do quality film and TV, it’s also one of the more unpredictable awards shows of the season.

Who decides who wins the Golden Globes?

One of the most glamorous evenings of the year is taking place on Sunday – the 74th Golden Globes ! The ceremony honours excellence in film and television, but who gets to decide who wins those coveted trophies? The Hollywood Foreign Press Association founded the Golden Globe Awards, and its members vote for the winners. The association was originally established in 1943 and is a small group of around 90 writers – in comparison, the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences, which is the voting body for the Oscars, has over 7,000 members.

Stars visit Reynolds, Fisher houses for reported funeral

By JEFF MARTIN and MICHAEL KUNZELMAN Associated Press A fire broke out on an oil production platform in the Gulf of Mexico early Thursday, forcing four workers to evacuate by lifeboat before the blaze was… Chicago police say charges are expected against four people who police say beat a man in an assault that was broadcast live on Facebook.

Meryl Streep overrated? Donald Trump picks a decorated star

President-elect Donald Trump took to Twitter on Monday, calling Meryl Streep “one of the most over-rated actresses in Hollywood” following her speech Sunday night at the Golden Globe awards. Trump’s “overrated” remark follows one he made in 2015 to The Hollywood Reporter in which he called Streep one of his favorite actresses and a “fine person, too.”

Willie Nelson receives ultimate Christmas sweater from Snoop Dogg

The shocking moment two hero cops dive for cover, open fire and kill gunman as they are wounded in terrifying ambush in Walmart ‘I’m tired of racist double standards’: American Idol star Bo Bice shames Popeyes into suspending worker who called him ‘white boy’ – then goes on TV to cry and claim he is a victim of ‘racial prejudice’ ‘Revenge porn victim’ sues Google, Yahoo! and Bing demanding they delete her name because X-rated video prevents her from finding a job Assange says a 14-year-old could have hacked Democratic emails as he reveals John Podesta’s password was ‘password’ ‘How does anyone survive this?’: Mother is left feeling ‘unlovable’ and a ‘failure’ after her husband left her for his assistant on New Year’s Eve ‘I stood up for myself’: Trump voter who was filmed in viral tirade at Michael’s store defends herself, explains bag dispute that led to outburst and insists she’s NOT … (more)

Netflix Canada: What’s good in January?

Case in point: Riverdale , a modern, dark TV show centred around friends Archie, Veronica, Betty and Jughead, made famous by the Archie comic books. But these aren’t your saccharine, sweet teens wiling away the hours at the malt shop.

Netflix Canada: What’s good in January?

Case in point: Riverdale , a modern, dark TV show centred around friends Archie, Veronica, Betty and Jughead, made famous by the Archie comic books. But these aren’t your saccharine, sweet teens wiling away the hours at the malt shop.

Kylie Jenner named on list of most influential under-30s

Reality TV star Kylie Jenner and Hollywood actresses Margot Robbie and Hilary Duff have been named among the most influential personalities under the age of 30. The three are part of a 600-strong 30 Under 30 list assembled by US magazine Forbes which recognises young leaders across 20 different categories including music, film, business and technology. As well as starring in Keeping Up With The Kardashians, 19-year-old Kylie has her own cosmetics range and is the second-highest earner in her celebrity-filled family behind half-sister Kim Kardashian.

Ryan Gosling: Debbie Reynolds inspired ‘La La Land’ cast

Ryan Gosling accepts the Vanguard award for “La La Land” at the 28th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala on Monday, Jan. 2, 2017, in Palm Springs, Calif. less Ryan Gosling accepts the Vanguard award for “La La Land” at the 28th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala on Monday, Jan. 2, 2017, in Palm Springs, Calif.

Anza’s Expedition

Local children will bring history to life through a short historical play about Anza’s visit to Yuma in 1775. Director Erin Natseway has been assisted by choreographers Kaitlyn and Ashlynn Ball, as they share a love of theater and dance with the group of kids.

Golden Globe Presenters Announced for the 74th Awards

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association has announced the Golden Globe presenters for the 74th annual awards. Included in the line-up are Drew Barrymore , Steve Carell , Priyanka Chopra, Matt Damon , Viola Davis , Laura Dern , Goldie Hawn , Anna Kendrick , Nicole Kidman , Brie Larson , Diego Luna, Sienna Miller , Mandy Moore , Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Timothy Olyphant, Chris Pine, Eddie Redmayne , Zoe Saldana, Amy Schumer , Sylvester Stallone , Justin Theroux, Milo Ventimiglia, Sofia Vergara , and Reese Witherspoon .

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The nation’s first recreational marijuana shop opened nearly three years ago in Colorado. Since then, a growing body of research has shown that the availability of recreational marijuana – in Colorado and elsewhere – is having little to no effect on teens’ propensity to smoke weed.

‘I want to be with Carrie’ – Actress Debbie Reynolds dies one day after daughter Carrie Fisher

Debbie Reynolds, left, with her daughter Carrie Fisher at the Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards in Los Angeles in 2011 The 84-year-old Singin’ In The Rain star died on Wednesday, her son Todd Fisher announced, saying: “She’s now with Carrie and we’re all heartbroken.” She suffered a suspected stroke and emergency services were called at 1pm local time on Wednesday to her son’s Beverly Hills home, where they were making plans for Fisher’s funeral, according to Tmz.com.

Salvation Army gives gift of relief to single mom

The Osceola Council on Aging Building Strong Families program gives assistance to families struggling to make ends meet and puts them on a path for a stabler future. The Osceola Council on Aging Building Strong Families program gives assistance to families struggling to make ends meet and puts them on a path for a stabler future.

The Carrie Fisher You May Not Have Known

Actress and writer Carrie Fisher died at the age of 60 on Tuesday after going into cardiac arrest on Friday during a flight from London to Los Angeles. Although Fisher is known for playing Princess Leia, she was just as famous for her wit and dry humor as she was for her iconic role in ” Star Wars .”

Mumbai Diary: Tuesday Dossier

Playing the perfect Santa Given that she now heads the production and marketing of a much-loved brand of jams and preserves, one would think Christmas gift ideas are a no-brainer for Rebecca Vaz. But along with hampers of fruity goodness from the mountains of Himachal, Vaz also rolled up towels into cuddly creatures to add a festive touch to her gifts.

Liz Smith with her MBE for services to drama.

A statement issued on Monday night said: “The Bafta award-winning actress Liz Smith has died, on Christmas Eve, at the age of 95, her family has announced.” The Royle Family actor Ralf Little tweeted: “Devastating to lose two members of my second family in one awful year.

Bowie, Prince, George Michael: We’ve lost a triumvirate of icons who dared to do manhood differently

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Holiday magic with the kids over winter break

Holiday magic with the kids over winter break Don’t dread winter break, seize the day Check out this story on northjersey.com: http://northjersy.news/2hm66dX Michael Ruiz of Oradell helping six-year-old son, Lucas on the beginner’s ice rink on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016. Bergen County residents enjoying Winter Wonderland, the new attraction created by the Bergen County administration that’s meant to provide residents with family-friendly holiday fun Remember all those days you wanted a break from the morning rush to school, calendar crushed with activities and monitoring of homework? Well, it’s here.

Diane Rehm departs NPR on Friday

Radio host Diane Rehm is known for smart talk, and so her departure from NPR is reason for sadness and gratitude. She logged more than 40 years on the air, and you can hear some of her best work next week, Monday through Dec. 30. Higher costs of making and marketing big movies, as well as plummeting home video revenue, have dragged down studio profits.

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Despite the snowfall that blanketed New Jersey on Saturday, Dec. 17, the musical debuted to a full house, at the Union County Performing Arts Center LOFT theater. ‘Who Am I: A Christmas Lullaby’ opens at UCPAC Despite the snowfall that blanketed New Jersey on Saturday, Dec. 17, the musical debuted to a full house, at the Union County Performing Arts Center LOFT theater.

David Bazan’s melancholy Yule

David Bazan’s new holiday album “Dark Sacred Night” is not a festive release filled with mistletoe, holly and happiness. The indie singer-songwriter instead offers up a batch of Yuletide songs that are quiet, moody and drenched in melancholy.

Little Ronnie to get a BIG Westminster Abbey bash

Little Ronnie to get a BIG Westminster Abbey bash: More than 2,000 people will bid a final farewell to the King of Comedy Ronnie Corbett may have been denied a knighthood before he died in March aged 85 from motor neurone disease, but his friends have ensured the diminutive comedian will be given a send-off befitting a showbusiness giant. I can reveal that on Wednesday, June 7, more than 2,000 people will pack Westminster Abbey for a final farewell to the King of Comedy.

Video: First Look – Season 2 of Amazon Original Series Just Add Magic, Debuting 1/13

Amazon today announced season two of its original live-action kids series aimed at families and children aged 6 through 11, JUST ADD MAGIC, is scheduled to premiere on Friday, January 13 on Prime Video in the US and UK. Based on Cindy Callaghan’s book of the same name, Just Add Magic is a single-camera live-action series executive produced by Andrew Orenstein and Joe Nussbaum with Nussbaum also directing several episodes.

Happy KardashianKim heads to family do without KanyeThe TV…

The Keeping Up With The Kardashians star seemed in good spirits as she attended a birthday celebration for sister Kourtney Kardashian's sons Mason, six, and Reign, two, but husband Kanye West was not present. Meanwhile, the 36-year-old television personality is reportedly “very focused” on supporting Kanye after he was hospitalised last month with exhaustion.

Around the remote: Chuck Barney’s TV picks for Dec. 18-24

DON’T MISS: “Tony Bennett Celebrates 90: The Best Is Yet to Come” – We’re all invited to a fabulous birthday bash in honor of the beloved crooner. This two-hour special, recorded earlier at Radio City Music Hall, features tributes from a long line of prominent artists, including Andrea Bocelli, Michael Buble, Lady Gaga, Billy Joel, Elton John, Diana Krall, k.d. lang, Leslie Odom Jr., Rufus Wainwright and Stevie Wonder.