Day: February 3, 2017

AP sources: Firm’s sale holds up financier’s White House job

A prominent New York financier poised to become a key liaison between the White House and Wall Street won’t be taking the role, thanks to a complicated review of the sale of his firm to a Chinese company. Anthony Scaramucci, a Republican donor and colorful surrogate for President Donald Trump, was told this week he will not be tapped to head the office that coordinates the administration’s outreach the business community and other interest groups.

The Academy Announces Theme, Creative Team for Governors Ball

That’s the theme of this year’s Governors Ball, just one of a number of details announced on Friday about the exclusive post-Oscar celebration that will follow the 89th annual Academy Awards on Feb. 26. Governors Ball veterans – Academy governor Jeffrey Kurland, event producer Cheryl Cecchetto and master chef Wolfgang Puck – are back on board this year to help create the entire evening for the 1,500 invited guests who will party inside the Ray Dolby Ballroom on the top level of the Hollywood & Highland Center. As the chair of the Governors Ball, Kurland has his hands in everything, overseeing dcor, menu and entertainment planning, and staff attire, all of which are details he’s familiar with after serving as chair for eight years.

‘Good Girls’: Reno Wilson Cast In NBC Drama Pilot

Mike & Molly alum Reno Wilson has signed on for a series-regular role in Good Girls , NBC ‘s drama pilot from The Family creator Jenna Bans . Written and executive produced by Bans, the drama follows three “good girl” suburban wives and mothers who suddenly find themselves in desperate circumstances and decide to stop playing it safe, and risk everything to take their power back.

‘L.A. Law’ Reboot To Be Redeveloped

The project, from L.A. Law co-creator Steven Bochco and one of the series’ original writers, Billy Finkelstein, was developed in-house at 20th Century Fox TV and was recently taken out as a spec. While the initial script was tailored for broadcast, I hear the project now will be tweaked to also target cable and streaming networks.

‘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.

Inside Snapchat IPO: The Pitch Is to Take TV Ad Dollars

Snap Inc. may have described itself as a camera company rather than a social-media network in its IPO filing on Thursday, but the Snapchat parent buried another clue to its plans deep in the document Snap’s pitch it to become the next destination for advertising dollars that might otherwise go to television – not that millennials and younger generations were even watching. Substantially all of Snap’s revenue comes from advertising, which means it needs to provide its partners with a growing audience and efficient impressions to continue to make those arrangements worthwhile.

Grapevine: Local ‘Detroiters’ premiere party announced

Grapevine: Local ‘Detroiters’ premiere party announced Also news on BeyoncA , Nicki Minaj, Michael BublA and more Check out this story on detroitnews.com: http://detne.ws/2l2pcbY Detroit creative agency the Distinct Life is hosting a viewing party for the premiere of Comedy Central’s “Detroiters.” The show stars Tim Robinson and Sam Richardson as a pair of Detroit ad guys who dream bigger than a life of making local commercials.

Megyn Kelly to get hour of NBC, will CANCEL hour of Today

EXCLUSIVE: NBC to CANCEL one hour of Today show for $12m Megyn Kelly’s new 10am show – leaving Al Roker upset about Tamron Hall being forced out Not only is Megyn Kelly not replacing Savannah Guthrie, she may not even be on the Today show at all. An NBC insider tells Dailymail.com that the plan is for the former Fox News darling to get her own hour of morning television that would not fall under the Today show brand, would be a new brand, and would cancel the fourth hour of it altogether.

Patton Oswalt discloses wife’s cause of death

Patton Oswalt’s wife Michelle McNamara died suddenly from a combination of prescription drugs and undiagnosed heart condition, comedian says Oswalt, who has a seven-year-old daughter with her, said her death ‘hasn’t left a void, she’s left a blast crater’ Patton Oswalt’s wife Michelle McNamara’s sudden death last year stemmed from a combination of prescription medications and an undiagnosed heart condition, the comedian said Friday. Oswalt released a statement saying coroner’s officials had informed him of his wife’s cause of death.

CCTV video shows Apex gang in Melbourne crime spree

Suspected Apex gang members armed with sledgehammers and a baseball bat go on ‘crime spree’ as they ‘carjack two vehicles before using a power saw to break into a store’ Aydin Hamit, 18, Ezzat El Abed, 19 and Mahmoud Taha, 20 and Michael Jeitany, 26, are facing multiple charges from their alleged involvement in the spree Dramatic CCTV footage has been released showing a group of suspected Apex gang members on a crime spree in Melbourne. Aydin Hamit, 18, Ezzat El Abed, 19 and Mahmoud Taha, 20, have been committed to stand trial, accused of terrorising a Melbourne driver into handing over his car.

The Queen could soon be serving Windsor fizz

Judge CANCELS Trump’s immigration ban leaving airports in limbo and chaos in the skies, as state attorney general who brought the case tells protesters: ‘The President is not above the law’ Pentagon releases terror training video it uncovered in fatal Yemen raid as proof of operation’s success… but it’s quickly revealed to be DECADE-OLD Al-Qaeda footage already online Judge rules girl, 12, must be allowed to attend class after she was expelled when her parents sued Catholic school for not letting her play on boys’ basketball team Human remains found in a shallow grave may be of Texas student, 22, who went missing in October after going on a date with her boyfriend Tearful Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau vows solidarity with Muslims during funeral for three of the six victims slain in Quebec mosque massacre Hear the lost songs of the Holocaust: Researchers find forgotten recordings of … (more)

Watch Justin Bieber star in pre-Super Bowl ad

The T-Mobile clip features cameos from New England Patriot tight end Rob Gronkowski and six-time Pro-Bowl legend Terrell Owens and sees Bieber giving viewers a history of touch down celebrations. Bieber’s fans are encouraged to submit their best touchdown moves on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram using #UnlimitedMoves, with the singer slated to re-tweet his favourites on Monday .

Listen to Ariana Grande and John Legenda s a Beauty and the Beasta theme

The duo have covered Celine Dion’s theme from the 1991 animated version of the beloved children’s fairy tale Ariana Grande and John Legend ‘s theme song for the upcoming Beauty and the Beast film has been released – listen to the self-titled song below. A live action adaptation of Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont’s famed fairy tale will hit cinemas on March 17, starring Emma Watson as Belle and Dan Stevens as the eponymous Beast.

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.

VIDEO: Keke Palmer Reveals CINDERELLA Broadway Antics on ‘Watch What Happens’

On this week’s WATCH WHAT HAPPENS LIVE, actress and singer Keke Palmer answered Andy Cohen ‘s questions about working with “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star NeNe Leakes on Broadway’s CINDERELLA and revealed some of the antics that went on during the show’s run. Watch the appearance below! Keke Palmer made her Broadway debut in the title role of CINDERELLA in September 2014, making history as the first African-American Cinderella on Broadway.

Theater: New and Noteworthy

Perri Gafney and Cherene Snow play the real-life Delaney sisters in the Philadelphia Theatre Company production of “Having Our Say,” running through Feb. 19. Lagan . American premiere of Irish-born Stacey Gregg’s mosaic of Northern Ireland, post-“Troubles.”

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.

“Nashville” Recap: “A Little Bit Stronger”

Juliette graduated from a wheelchair to crutches, and as she grew closer to Hallie Jordan – the first person she saw after the crash – she felt herself changing. The more she spent time with Hallie at church and one-on-one, the more determined she became to cut a gospel album.

Frank Oceana s father a suesa singer for $14.5 million

In the statement Ocean said: “I was six years old when I heard my dad call our transgender waitress a faggot as he dragged me out a neighbourhood diner saying we wouldn’t be served because she was dirty. That was the last afternoon I saw my father and the first time I heard that word, I think, although it wouldn’t shock me if it wasn’t.”

Many Syrians are skeptical of peace talks. Herea s why.

From left: Turkish Foreign Ministry Deputy Undersecretary Sedat Onal; Kazakh Foreign Minister Kairat Abdrakhmanov; as Russia’s special envoy on Syria, Alexander Lavrentiev; U.N. Syria envoy Staffan de Mistura; and Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Hossein Jaber Ansari. Last week, Syrian opposition and regime leaders negotiated the continuation of a tentative cease-fire in Astana, Kazakhstan, with pledged support from Russia, Iran and Turkey.

new Nordstrom to drop Ivanka Trump clothing line

The Seattle-based department store chain said the decision was based on the sales performance of the first daughter’s brand, The Seattle Times reported . The move comes amid a weekslong campaign known as “Grab Your Wallet,” which has been calling for a boycott of retailers that carry Ivanka Trump or Donald Trump merchandise.

Young cast lifts interstellar romance ‘The Space Between Us’

CLEVELAND, Ohio — “What’s your favorite thing about Earth?” That’s the question that Mars-born Gardner Elliot asks as he roams the American Southwest, soaking up new experiences and falling in love in the teen romance ” The Space Between Us.” The movie suffers from sluggish action at times, but its plot twists and appealing young actors elevate the proceedings into an enjoyable blend of romance, science fiction and adventure.

Microsoft Wants Exemption for Workers and Students from Trump’s Muslim Ban

As it pursues a legal battle against President Donald Trump’s temporary immigration ban, Microsoft has made a formal plea to the US administration seeking an exemption for students and workers from the order. In his recent executive order, Trump has authorised the Secretaries of State and Homeland Security to grant exceptions on a case-by-case basis, consistent with the national interest, to issue visas and other immigration benefits.

Sidharth Malhotra loads a groupfie after wrapping up RELOAD – News

Hrithik Roshan and Katrina Kaif starrer BANG BANG which was released in 2014 was a successful film with high octane action and sizzling chemistry between the lead stars. Post which the franchise of BANG BANG was taken ahead, however instead of calling it a part two or a sequel, the new film was coined as RELOAD with a new cast – Sidharth Malhotra and Jacqueline Fernandez.

Jedward favourite to win in Celebrity Big Brother finale

The current series of Celebrity Big Brother will come to an end tonight as one of the contestants is crowned champion during the live final. Finalists James Cosmo, Jedward, Kim Woodburn, Bianca Gascoigne, Coleen Nolan and Nicola McLean will be battling it out to win the reality TV series after weeks locked up in the house.

Khloe Kardashian helps Lauren drop 50 pounds on E! show

Ivanka looks somber as Nordstrom dumps her fashion line from stores and online in response to boycott by thousands of women over the election… but Jared is all smiles as he meets Queen Rania Husband admits stabbing his pregnant wife to death in front of their two children after she begged her church, the police and relatives for protection from his abuse for months Can this Twitter account predict the future? Mysterious social media handle appears to have called Brexit, Trump and Beyonce being pregnant Woman, 19, was ‘robbed, strangled and thrown off a 50ft bridge to her death by her two FRIENDS’ before her body was swept out to sea and never recovered White man who shot NFL star Joe McKnight in ‘road rage attack’ is charged with murder after outrage at police who initially accused him of manslaughter Convicted murderer, 80, armed with a knife punches police officer who stopped him … (more)

Dan Rather to the Media: “Be Relentless and Remain Aggressive” in Trump Era

Dan Rather’s advice to journalists is to stand firm in the age of President Trump, who has called out news outlets for being “fake news” and has been seen ignoring questions in press conferences he’d rather avoid. Rather, who has been posting thoughtful essays on Facebook throughout the presidential campaign and now during the new Trump administration, sat down with Jimmy Fallon on Thursday’s Tonight Show to discuss his show, The Big Interview, and his thoughts on the new president.

2 Pit Bulls Attack Elderly Man, Kill His Little Dog In Lincoln Heights

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Pets On Planes For Emotional Support Only Need Note From Doctor To Fly Free

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Carol Burnett comedy from Amy Poehler lands ABC pilot pickup

The network on Thursday, February 2 handed out an official pilot order to the comedy, now known as Household Name , The Hollywood Reporter has learned. Executive produced by Parks and Recreation grad Amy Poehler , the multicamera comedy follows a family who has an opportunity to buy the house of their dreams but under extremely abnormal circumstances: They must live with the previous owner, an eccentric, larger-than-life actress .

Nordstrom to drop Ivanka Trumpa s clothing, accessories line

The Seattle-based department store chain said the decision was based on the sales performance of the first daughter’s brand, The Seattle Times reported . The move comes amid a weekslong campaign known as “Grab Your Wallet,” which has been calling for a boycott of retailers that carry Ivanka Trump or Donald Trump merchandise.

8 Winning Super Bowl MVP Collectibles

While winning a Super Bowl is the ultimate prize in the National Football League, being named the most valuable player of the championship game is a ticket to sports immortality. Of the 44 players who have won the award in a half-century of Super Bowls, 19 have already been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

‘Decius’ Comes in from the Cold

On a late January afternoon, as press secretary Sean Spicer walked into the White House media briefing room, a tall, thin, bespectacled man poked his head in the doorway for a moment before turning around and heading back into the West Wing. Later that week, at another briefing, the man stayed longer, standing in the corner behind the podium, out of view of the array of television cameras.

Milo Yiannopoulos on – Main Reason’ He’s Upset Over…

“I was going to talk about cultural appropriation in full Native American headdresswith my name embroidered on it,” Breitbart editor tells Tucker Carlson Following a massive protest last night at the University of California, Berkeley that led to the cancellation of his speaking engagement, Breitbart London editor and conservative media personality Milo Yiannopoulos appeared on Tucker Carlson’s Fox News show tonight to talk about it. As it happens, the main thing bugging Yiannopoulos was that he was denied the opportunity to troll critics by wearing a racially and culturally insensitive costume.

Star Gazing 2.4.17

DeVon Franklin and Meagan Good pose together for a sweet photo during the 23rd Annual Unity Awards ceremonyin Beverly Hills, California. Meagan Good stuns in this beautiful shade of orange at the 23rd Annual Unity Awards ceremony in Beverly Hills, California.