“Saturday Night Live” decided to gift viewers this holiday season with another Kate-McKinnon-as-Hillary-Clinton skit, spoofing a famous “Love Actually” scene. The segment, which aired this Saturday, shows McKinnon’s Clinton showing up at an Electoral College elector’s door, with Cecily Strong portraying the part of Keira Knightley in the 2003 classic Christmas movie.
17 – Carpool Karaoke with James Corden’ Ranked
From recording superstars to Broadway wonders to the First Lady of the United States, there’s something about belting out a tune with the “Late Late Show” host while strapped inside a moving vehicle that brings a smile to just about everyone’s face. “What you realize is that you’re dealing with people like Justin Bieber or Stevie Wonder or Mariah Carey who, for a very long time, have never really been on their own,” Corden said of “Carpool Karaoke” in a 2015 interview with The New York Post .
Donald Trump, Twitterer-in-Chief?
Already this month, Donald Trump has used Twitter to dangle potential Cabinet nominations and changes in foreign policy, criticize the Boeing Co., lash out at a union leader, and lambaste Vanity Fair over a review that trashed his Trump Tower restaurant. The president-elect has also taken to his favorite social media platform to scoff at reports of Russian hacking, dismiss questions about conflicts of interest regarding his businesses, and to tout his tax proposals.
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‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ earns $155 million in debut
“Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” soared to the top of the weekend box office as expected, scoring the second-best December opening ever with $155 million in estimated ticket sales.
Julia Roberts to take on first-ever starring TV series role
The Hollywood Reporter says Roberts will star in a limited series based on Maria Semple’s novel, “Today Will Be Different.”
a Saturday Night Livea Pokes Fun at Trumpa s Misspelled Tweets,…
Alec Baldwin returned to Saturday Night Live this weekend to reprise his role as Donald Trump, taking jabs at the president-elect’s relationship with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, his cabinet picks, his misspelled tweets, and the refusal by some musicians to perform at his inauguration. But also notable about the episode is the return of cast member Kate McKinnon’s Hillary Clinton in a sketch later in the show, inspired by the 2003 romantic comedy Love Actually .
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“Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” soared to the top of the weekend box office as expected, scoring the second-best December opening ever with $155 million in estimated ticket sales.
Trending News: Your Eyes Can’t Handle Genevieve Morton’s 2017 Nude Calendar
Fed up with 2016? No worries, 2017 might not be here yet but it’s already off to a terrific start. Sports Illustrated all-star Genevieve Morton ‘s 2017 calendar started shipping on Thursday and it’s well, err, a pleasant way to keep your life organized – we’ll just say that.
Trending News: Your Eyes Can’t Handle Genevieve Morton’s 2017 Nude Calendar
Fed up with 2016? No worries, 2017 might not be here yet but it’s already off to a terrific start. Sports Illustrated all-star Genevieve Morton ‘s 2017 calendar started shipping on Thursday and it’s well, err, a pleasant way to keep your life organized – we’ll just say that.
Stephen Colbert’s Batman Christmas Carols Will Make Your Day
… festive cheer, it’s worth acknowledging that his is actually a fairly well researched piece of Batman-themed entertainment for such a mainstream show. These Christmas carols dig deep into the silver screen history of The Dark Knight and touch upon …
Stephen Colbert’s Batman Christmas Carols Will Make Your Day
… festive cheer, it’s worth acknowledging that his is actually a fairly well researched piece of Batman-themed entertainment for such a mainstream show. These Christmas carols dig deep into the silver screen history of The Dark Knight and touch upon …
Metallica finds its way home at Fox Oakland show
James Hetfield, front, Robert Trujillo, center bottom, and Lars Ulrich of Metallica perform in the Fox Theater Dec. 17, 2016 in Oakland, Calif. James Hetfield, front, Robert Trujillo, center bottom, and Lars Ulrich of Metallica perform in the Fox Theater Dec. 17, 2016 in Oakland, Calif.
Metallica finds its way home at Fox Oakland show
James Hetfield, front, Robert Trujillo, center bottom, and Lars Ulrich of Metallica perform in the Fox Theater Dec. 17, 2016 in Oakland, Calif. James Hetfield, front, Robert Trujillo, center bottom, and Lars Ulrich of Metallica perform in the Fox Theater Dec. 17, 2016 in Oakland, Calif.
Chance celebrates Obama’s last Christmas in office on ‘SNL’
Hip-hop star Chance the Rapper made sure to hit a high note on the final Christmas before Donald Trump’s presidency. The Chicago-born artist starred in a musical sketch on “Saturday Night Live” celebrating the last Dec. 25 of President Obama’s eight years in office, teaming up with cast member Kenan Thompson in a parody of the Run-DMC holiday hit “Christmas in Hollis.”
Rep. Robert Brown hopes to bring Hollywood to Hollywood
State Rep. Robert Brown hopes the natural beauty of Hollywood will be appealing to moviemakers and TV show producers. File/Erin Molony State Rep. Robert Brown hopes the natural beauty of Hollywood will be appealing to moviemakers and TV show producers.
Rep. Robert Brown hopes to bring Hollywood to Hollywood
State Rep. Robert Brown hopes the natural beauty of Hollywood will be appealing to moviemakers and TV show producers. File/Erin Molony State Rep. Robert Brown hopes the natural beauty of Hollywood will be appealing to moviemakers and TV show producers.
Rogue One Soars to Second-best December Debut With $155 Million
“Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” soared to the top of the weekend box office as expected, scoring the second-best December opening ever with $155 million in estimated ticket sales.
CeeLo Green Assures His Panicked Fans – I Am Alive’
CeeLo Green sent an important message to his scores of fans: “I am alive and I am well and I’m OK.” Fans of the former “The Voice” judge flew into a panic when security footage surfaced Saturday of a cell phone exploded as he held it to his face, causing him to fall unconscious to the ground.
CeeLo Green Assures His Panicked Fans – I Am Alive’
CeeLo Green sent an important message to his scores of fans: “I am alive and I am well and I’m OK.” Fans of the former “The Voice” judge flew into a panic when security footage surfaced Saturday of a cell phone exploded as he held it to his face, causing him to fall unconscious to the ground.
Watch Hillary Clinton Spoof ‘Love Actually’ on ‘Saturday Night Live’
Kate McKinnon reprised her role as Hillary Clinton on the latest episode of Saturday Night Live , this time spoofing the holiday classic Love Actually to try and sway an Electoral College voter from certifying Donald Trump as the next president. In the sketch, titled “Hillary Actually,” Clinton shows up on the doorstep of a Republican voter in an effort to sway her vote before the Electoral College meets on Monday .
Watch Hillary Clinton Spoof ‘Love Actually’ on ‘Saturday Night Live’
Kate McKinnon reprised her role as Hillary Clinton on the latest episode of Saturday Night Live , this time spoofing the holiday classic Love Actually to try and sway an Electoral College voter from certifying Donald Trump as the next president. In the sketch, titled “Hillary Actually,” Clinton shows up on the doorstep of a Republican voter in an effort to sway her vote before the Electoral College meets on Monday .
Trump Advisers Raise Questions On Russian Election Hack Probe
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5 songs you need to stream this week: Madvillain, The Flaming Lips, and more
Every week, there are thousands of new songs hitting the airwaves – and it’s just too much for your two ears to handle. With all those options, you can’t be wasting your time on tracks that deserve a thumbs-down click.
5 songs you need to stream this week: Madvillain, The Flaming Lips, and more
Every week, there are thousands of new songs hitting the airwaves – and it’s just too much for your two ears to handle. With all those options, you can’t be wasting your time on tracks that deserve a thumbs-down click.
‘Rogue One’ soars to second-best December debut with $155M
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Podesta suggests Trump campaign may have colluded with Russia
With the Electoral College scheduled to vote Monday, former Hillary Clinton campaign chairman John Podesta suggested Sunday that President-elect Trump’s campaign may have been involved in Russia’s hacking into his email. “I would argue that it’s very much unknown whether there was collusion,” Podesta told NBC “Meet the Press” host Chuck Todd.
Podesta suggests Trump campaign may have colluded with Russia
With the Electoral College scheduled to vote Monday, former Hillary Clinton campaign chairman John Podesta suggested Sunday that President-elect Trump’s campaign may have been involved in Russia’s hacking into his email. “I would argue that it’s very much unknown whether there was collusion,” Podesta told NBC “Meet the Press” host Chuck Todd.
David Walliams casts himself as a woman in the TV adaptation of Billionaire Boy
… can go and see Toy Story with no children present and have a really great time, because it’s a smart piece of entertainment.”
5Chance the Rapper bids goodbye to Obama on SNL with a Run-DMC parody
Not only did the Grammy-nominated artist serve as musical guest for the NBC show’s midseason finale, but he appeared in a sketch about a low-budget Christmas play and starred in “Jingle Barack,” a parody of Run-DMC’s 1987 classic ” Christmas in Hollis .” Along with cast member Kenan Thompson, the pair raps about “the last Christmas with Barack still here” and all the things to do before President-elect Donald Trump takes office: “Imma hurt myself before we lose Obamacare;” put “birth control under the tree;” and “go nuts before the North Pole disappears.”
Ita s (finally) wedding weekend for Bryce Harper and Kayla Varner
Instagram user @ashleybazzarone captioned this photo: “Nothing better then having my best friends married in the temple!Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Harper!! Thank you for letting me be a part of your special daya i #thesequel” It seems that the second time’s the charm for Major League Baseball’s favorite star-crossed lovers, Nats slugger Bryce Harper and fiancee Kayla Varner, who finally tied the knot this weekend. According to the Nats fan site TalkNats.com , Harper and Varner got married Saturday at the Mormon temple in San Diego.
Who will win tonight’s final of The Apprentice? Portsmouth business experts give us their views
‘The Apprentice gets further and further away from business reality with every series – from Lord Sugar’s scripted one-liners to the candidates’ woeful business plans, don’t make the mistake of believing that any of it resembles the real world. ‘That said, even in this cartoon version of commerce, presentation is the key to success.
‘SNL’ mocks Trump, Putin and ties with Exxon CEO
After being criticized by the President-elect as “mean-spirited” and “not very good,” Alec Baldwin and his impersonation of Donald Trump returned on “Saturday Night Live” this week. In the first sketch of the show, Baldwin as Donald Trump gets a surprise holiday visitor who enters through the chimney.
Queen’s new portrait features Prince Charles as guest star
This photograph taken by Nick Knight is a portrait of Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Charles, taken in the White Drawing Room at Windsor Castle, England in May 2016, prior to the final night of The Queen’s 90th Birthday Celebrations at the Royal Windsor Horse Pageant, to mark the end of the year of celebrations for The Queen’s 90th birthday. Queen Elizabeth II’s photographic portrait unveiled Sunday features a determined look ahead and perhaps the faintest whisper of a Mona Lisa smile.
Today’s celebrity birthdays: Katie Holmes, Christina Aguilera
Actor Roger Smith is 84. Blues guitarist Lonnie Brooks is 83. Guitarist Keith Richards of The Rolling Stones is 73. Director Steven Spielberg is 70. Movie critic Leonard Maltin is 66. Guitarist Elliot Easton of The Cars is 63. Actor Ray Liotta is 61. Singer Angie Stone is 55. Actor Brad Pitt is 53. Wrestler-actor Stone Cold Steve Austin is 52. Actor Shawn Christian is 51. Actress Rachel Griffiths is 48. Country singer Cowboy Troy is 46. Rapper DMX is 46. DJ Lethal of Limp Bizkit is 44. Singer Sia is 41. Country singer Randy Houser is 40. Actor Josh Dallas is 38. Actress Katie Holmes is 38. Singer Christina Aguilera is 36. Actress Ashley Benson is 27.
Harrelson’s Lost in London to be shot and screened live
Woody Harrelson’s debut film as director, Lost in London , will be filmed in a single take and broadcast live into over 500 cinemas. The one-time Cheers star has declared that his adventurous movie project is `about one of the worst nights of my life,’ describing it as “a deep, soul-searching comedy.”
Pregnant Cheryl’s mother Joan Callaghan set to move in after birth…
‘He is finding her a little overbearing’: Pregnant Cheryl’s mother Joan Callaghan ‘set to move in after birth causing heated discussions with boyfriend Liam Payne’ And while they are seemingly in baby bliss, it is reported that Cheryl and Liam Payne will have another new addition to their house, her mother Joan Callaghan, when the bundle of joy arrives. According to The Daily Star , the Fight For This Love songstress – who is yet to confirm the pregnancy – is adamant that her mum moves in following the birth but her 23-year-old love is said to be less than impressed with the decision.
‘The Knife Slipped’: Vintage noir features one tough dame
Erle Stanley Gardner , the author of “The Knife Slipped,” is perhaps best remembered as the creator of Perry Mason . But Gardner, who died in 1970, turned out dozens of other books.
‘Ray & Joan’: love, marriage and a hamburger fortune
In 2012, journalist Lisa Napoli did a story about a peace monument in Santa Monica, Calif., that had fallen into disrepair. She soon learned the identity of the anonymous donor who had paid for it years before: Joan Kroc, heir to the McDonald’s hamburger fortune.
Lamar Odom’s recovery prompted by childhood friend who is serving life in jail
It has been reported that Lamar Odom’s decision to go into rehab was aided by his childhood friend, who is serving time for attempted murder. According to TMZ , the 37-year-old travelled to Delaware in September to visit his pal William Gregory, who is serving 26 years for his crime.
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Peter Capaldi was surprised by the Prime Minister’s enjoyment of Doctor Who
Peter Capaldi has admitted he was surprised to learn of Theresa May’s love of Doctor Who, and that he hopes the show’s message of “tolerance” is one she takes to heart. The Prime Minister recently revealed she is looking forward to a night of watching television on Christmas Day and is hoping to watch the Doctor Who Christmas special.
Chance the Rapper performs on final ‘SNL’ episode of 2016
Chance performed “Finish Line/Drown” with fellow Chicago native Noname and “Same Drugs” with Francis and the Lights. He also participated in a parody of Run DMC’s “Christmas in Hollis” that served as a tribute to President Obama.
Dear Abby: I don’t want to retire and move; husband does
Dear Abby : I’m 57 and have been married for 25 years. My husband has retired and is ready for me to do the same.
Charpentier, – Pastorale de No l’ review
If the problem of organizing music for your Christmas party seems daunting, take a page from the book of the 17th century Duchesse de Guise and commission your own – or simply throw the products of her largesse into your sound system. The Baroque composer Marc-Antoine Charpentier was just one of the artists to enjoy the duchess’ patronage, and to judge by this sumptuously performed disc, the Christmas pastorales that he wrote for her household three years running during the 1680s were marvels of musical invention – soulful, expressive, rich in melodic design.
Two books on Bamberger’s, NJ’s store, and man behind it
Once, though, shopping was a lovely interaction, requiring getting dressed nicely and venturing out. Though I never embraced retail therapy – OK, a 90 percent off sale on a dress I may never fit into again retains a place of honor in my closet – I still enjoyed it more when shopping was an experience to be savored not endured.
Michael Sheen considers leaving Hollywood to become a full-time political activist
In an interview with U.K.’s The Times on Saturday, the 47-year-old actor said he plans to “work less as an actor, and possibly stop for the time being” in order to become a full-time political activist. “Once I’m in, I’m fully in, and this is big.
Rob Kardashian snapchats that Blac Chyna left their home with baby Dream
Hours after a hacker posted a series of messages on Blac Chyna’s Instagram account on Saturday, Rob Kardashian took to Snapchat to announce that Chyna had left their home with baby Dream. “Got the Christmas tree all set up for Chyna and the Baby, but they left me,” Kardashian said in a video.
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.
Best-sellers
5.”Prince Lestat and the Realms of Atlantis,” by Anne Rice Vampire Lestat discovers the ancient sea powers of Atlantis. 6.”Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,” by J.K. Rowling Magizoologist Newt Scamander’s magical creatures escape in New York City.
50 Big Ones
From a 12-month melange of events, interviews, life milestones, and press & runway sightings SO extracts the most fashionable moments of 2016. 2 Choreographer/deejay Fatima, model/actress Grace Jones and actress Queen Latifah party at Island Outpost founder Chris Blackwell’s New Year’s Eve party at GoldenEye.
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Book notes, Dec. 18, 2016
The Democrat-led New Jersey Assembly and Senate advanced legislation to let Republican Gov. Chris Christie cash in on a book deal before he leaves office while also raising legislative staff, judges’ and other officials’ salaries. The Assembly Appropriations Committee Thursday voted 8-0, with two abstentions, to advance the measure, hours after the Senate Budget Committee voted 9-3 for the bill.
Earlier start time for Utah Symphony’s Christmas Eve ‘Potter’ performance
The Utah Symphony is boarding the Hogwarts Express for a couple of sold-out showings of “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.” The orchestra, conducted by CineConcerts president Justin Freer, will perform John Williams’ score as the popular film is shown on a 40-foot screen.
Indie Focus: The expected and the unconventional collide in…
We dropped a series of year-end best lists this week. Kenneth Turan put “Moonlight” and “Manchester by The Sea” at the top of his list, while Justin Chang went for “Silence,” “Moonlight” and “Toni Erdmann.”
Pregnant Lauren Brant flaunts toned legs in cut off denim shorts…
Keeping the focus off your bump? Pregnant Lauren Brant flaunts toned legs in cut off denim shorts but covers up her burgeoning belly with flowing shirt while out with Barry Hall And former Hi-5 star Lauren Brant and Barry Hall soaked up some quality time together before their little bundle of joy arrives, stepping out at the Heineken Saturday event in Melbourne at the weekend. Brunette beauty Lauren covered her growing baby bump in a flowing denim shirt, but made sure to show off her trims wearing khaki denim cutoffs and long brown boots.
News | WJAR 10’s Parent Co. Under Fire for Trading Access to Trump for More Positive Coverage
Politico is reporting that Sinclair Broadcasting made a deal with the Trump campaign for better access. This is not the first time that WJAR’s parent company has been tied to pushing a conservative agenda.
Minot Librarian launches Books ‘n Brews Book Club
Last year Brendan Chella, the adult services librarian at the Minot Public Library, launched the Books ‘n Brews Book Club. Starting in January, the book club will meet on the first Thursday of every month at the Tap Room in downtown Minot.
Liam Payne is the “happiest I can be,” avoids pregnancy questions during Twitter Q&A
Liam Payne revealed that he is the “happiest I can be” during a Twitter Q&A on Saturday night, but avoided fan questions about whether he is expecting his first child with his girlfriend, Cheryl . The One Direction band member, who has remained tight-lipped about his partner’s pregnancy although the Fight for This Love singer recently revealed her baby bump , answered plenty of fan questions using the hashtag ‘#askliam’.
Viewers in tears as Strictly Come Dancing says goodbye to Len Goodman
During the finale of the popular BBC competition, several former contestants took part in a touching video to pay tribute to the professional ballroom dancer’s time on the show. Along with the presenters, Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly and Len’s fellow judges, Bruno Tonioli, Darcey Bussell and Craig Revel Horwood, everyone involved spoke fondly about their colleague, leaving not a dry eye in the house! Professional dancer Anton du Beke said: “He brings joy to people and that’s why people love Len,” while Craig said: “It has been amazing, he’s not only a fantastic colleague but an amazing friend and I’m really going to miss him.”
What to do in the Tacoma Museum District this week
It’s the 21st year of the popular holiday exhibit of elaborate model train layouts and train-related events. It runs through Jan. 1 at Washington State History Museum.
Most Influential 2016: Brad Williams
Fullerton native and stand-up comedian Brad Williams released his second one-hour Showtime comedy special, “Daddy Issues,” in May. Fullerton native and stand-up comedian Brad Williams released his second one-hour Showtime comedy special, “Daddy Issues,” in May. Fullerton native and stand-up comedian Brad Williams released his second one-hour Showtime comedy special, “Daddy Issues,” in May. Bio: Williams lives in Los Angeles but grew up in Fullerton and attended Sunny Hills High School, where he was a “drama nerd.” He got his first break in stand-up after comedian Carlos Mencia caught one of his sets at a club, took him out on tour and had him star on his Comedy Central TV series, “Mind of Mencia.”
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A Dean Martin Christmas?
With technological convergence, the business model is morphing and the goalposts are getting moved. The existing satellite and cable providers have the difficult task of attempting to manage transitioning from a shrinking legacy subscriber base, to a growing subscriber base in newer venues, such as streaming and slinging.
‘SNL’: Donald Trump Should Appoint Kanye West As ‘Secretary Of Humbleness’
‘SNL’ is on a roll! Colin Jost and Michael Che tackled all the big news for the ‘Weekend Update’ sketch on Dec. 17, giving their own spin on current events! The hosts joked how Donald Trump should appoint Kanye West as the ‘Secretary of Humbleness.’ Encore, encore! Colin Jost , 34, and Michael Che , 33, did a spectacular job co-anchoring “Weekend Update” on Dec. 17, treating fans to their daily dose of news on Saturday Night Live .
Celebrities Saved by the Heimlich Maneuver
The list of celebrities who have performed or received the Heimlich Maneuver is long enough to choke on! Read on to discover the bold-faced names, including Ronald Reagan, Cher, Ellen Barkin and former mayor Ed Koch, who owe their lives to Henry Heimlich.
Baldwin skewers Trump and Putin
Alec Baldwin played President-elect Donald Trump for the final time for 2016 on Saturday Night Live and Russia was in his sights. Picture: Will Heath/NBC via AP ALEC Baldwin was joined by two special guests on his final Saturday Night Live parody of Donald Trump for 2016.
The Warrington Guardian advent calendar 2016 – door 18
The Warrington Guardian has teamed up with family entertainment centre Mattel Play! Liverpool this Christmas to give readers the opportunity to win a family entry ticket for two adults and two children. Based on the popular TV characters that children know and love – Thomas & Friends, Bob the Builder and Fireman Sam, inspire your child’s imagination with over 13,000 square feet of interactive adventure play across three uniquely themed zones.
Casey Affleck on – SNL’: – This is the face of Dunkin’ Donuts right here’
Cambridge native Casey Affleck hosted this week’s “Saturday Night Live,” which, of course, means the episode wouldn’t have been complete with at least one or two jabs at Boston. It delivered.
Donald Trump is Russia’s ‘Manchurian candidate’ on SNL
Donald Trump may be America’s gift to Russia.
The Rant: Life expectancy declines but who cares?
Fake news is a problem these days. As evidenced by Pizzagate, the recent shoot up of a pizza parlor by a man, who believed unsubstantiated reports that Hillary Clinton ran a child sex ring out of a pizzeria in Washington, DC.
Andrea Bocelli fans beg him not to sing – for fascist Trump’
“Music is beautiful, sacred. Don’t let this man buy you and desecrate art, hope, and beauty,” an opera enthusiast posted on the tenor’s Facebook page When word spread that Andrea Bocelli had been approached to sing at Donald Trump’s inauguration, opera fans hit social media and have literally begged the tenor to consider otherwise.
a Will and Gracea Star Eric McCormack: Ia d Do Trump’s Inauguration in Exchange for – a Lobotomy’
Actor and singer Eric McCormack says he would be willing to perform at President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on one condition. The Canadian-born star rose to prominence in the late 90s-early 2000s for his role in NBC’s award-winning comedy sitcom Will and Grace.
2 Teens Killed, Another Injured When Car Crashes Into Bus On Long Island
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‘The Big Bang Theory’ actress Mayim Bialik surprises middle schoolers, talks science
The middle school students had spent 10 weeks learning computer programming code and gathered Thursday for a “Jeopardy!”-style competition to test their knowledge.
Today in History
On Dec. 18, 1916, during World War I, the 10-month Battle of Verdun ended with French troops succeeding in repulsing a major German offensive. In 1863, in a speech to the Prussian Parliament, Prime Minister Otto von Bismarck declared, “Politics is not an exact science.”
Want a hippo for Christmas? The story of a girl who got one
All a cute, curly haired 10-year-old girl named Gayla Peevey wanted for Christmas in 1953 was a hippopotamus. And amazingly enough, after “I Want a Hippopotamus For Christmas” became the biggest hit song of that holiday season, she actually got one, a 700-pound baby named Matilda.
Hike, bird-watch, shop, nibble at China Ranch Date Farm
The Amargosa River winds its way through a canyon near China Ranch Date Farm on its way to Death Valley. CERCA DEATH VALLEY-NOV30-1411/30 The Amargosa River winds its way through a canyon near China Ranch Date Farm on its way to Death Valley.
Heidi Klum rocks ripped blue jeans as she hits the shops with…
Heidi Klum had some girl time with daughter Leni Samuel as the ladies hit up West Hollywood for a bit of shopping on Saturday. The 43-year-old catwalk queen affectionately held hands with her daughter, 12, as they braved a rather chilly day at the shops, with just days to go until Christmas.
Try this filling and satisfying salad for your winter-blahs
This Dec. 7, 2016 photo shows a winter salad in Coronado, Calif. This salad with high-protein brussels sprouts is filling and satisfying all on its own as well as aesthetically pleasing.
Nick Tilsley in dramatic punch-up with Peter Barlow over girlfriend …
In a dramatic teaser for the explosive episode, Nick Tilsley flies into a jealous rage with girlfriend Leanne Battersby’s ex Peter Barlow. Christmas cray: In a dramatic teaser for the explosive episode, Nick Tilsley flies into a jealous rage with girlfriend Leanne Battersby’s ex Peter Barlow When Nick, played by Ben Price, spots Peter, played by Chris Gascoyne, heading out of their shop on Christmas Day, he is immediately suspicious.
Monk scores 47, helps Kentucky edge UNC
North Carolina’s Joel Berry II, right, fouls Kentucky’s Malik Monk during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in Las Vegas. /Copyright 2016 The Associated Press.
Five shows to stream this week: Historical dramas, alternate history, Obama biopic
Online streaming is bigger than ever, and with so many streaming services adding new shows and movies every week, it can be nearly impossible to sort through the good and the bad. If you need something to watch and don’t want to wade through the digital muck that washes up on the internet’s shores, follow our picks below for the best new shows and movies worth a watch.
This Shortcut Moussaka recipe is great for a holiday meal
This November 2016 photo shows moussaka, an eggplant and meat casserole which is one of Greece’s national dishes. This is from a recipe by Katie Workman.
It’s not too late: Last-minute Christmas gift ideas
Don’t worry. We’ve got you covered. Here you’ll find 11 last-minute Christmas gift ideas for every type of person in your life.
Herring Holiday Ball welcomes visitors to historic beauty
A night of food, music and dancing will greet visitors to the 14-story historic hotel, all in an effort to raise funds for the Children’s Miracle Network. The celebration started last year after Antonio Charles, a local opera and jazz singer, became interested in the vacant hotel in downtown Amarillo.
Hatton: Christmas Garden of Lights offers something for everyone
When taking students on a field trip through the Amarillo Botanical Gardens as a part of the ABG education programs, I discuss the many different types of gardens that are possible. We discover that there are many different types of gardens that are not named by any botanical standard; rather, the names are generally descriptive of the garden.
Countdown’s Rachel Riley: I love to give presentsCountdown’s Rachel…
As the regular maths genius on Countdown, Rachel Riley is one very smart cookie. So when she tells us there’s a foolproof way to buy ideal Christmas presents, we believe her! In the lead-up to the festive period, Rachel reckons we should all be more honest about what we want to receive.
With Ivanka Trump, role of first daughter may change
After she played a key role on the campaign trail, the next moves by President-elect Donald Trump’s 35-year-old daughter are being closely watched.
Malik Monk Scores Most Points Ever by Kentucky Freshman vs. UNC
Kentucky Wildcats guard Malik Monk went off against No. 7 North Carolina on Saturday night at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas at the CBS Sports Classic, recording 47 points in a 103-100 win.
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Kiera Knightley could be making a a Pirates of the Caribbeana comeback
Kiera Knightley is reportedly returning to the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, after starring as Elizabeth Swann in the original films. Pirates Of The Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales is due for release on May 26, 2017.
Watch Complete ‘Seasons Of Cuba’ Special Featuring Joshua Bell & Dave Matthews
On Friday night PBS premiered the latest installment of its Live From Lincoln Center series, Joshua Bell: Seasons Of Cuba . If you missed the special, PBS has posted the entire episode online for a limited time.
Why Chris Pratt Gave Anna Faris New Diamond Ring: – She Got…
Chris Pratt surprised his wife, Anna Faris, with an upgrade diamond ring, explaining “She got me a tractor so we’re kind of even,” when speaking with E! News’ Zuri Hall at the “Passengers” premiere in L.A.’s Westwood neighborhood Wednesday. “He just got me this ring.
Michelle Obama Tells Oprah: – We Are Feeling What Not Having…
“It’s a necessary concept, and Barack didn’t just talk about hope because he thought it was just a nice slogan to get votes,” First Lady… First Lady Michelle Obama said that she is “feeling what not having hope feels like” since Donald Trump won the presidential election. The First Lady sat down with Oprah Winfrey for an interview that will air on Monday but was previewed on “CBS This Morning.”
Bryan Cranston Channels Walter White to Scare Daughter’s…
“I can dissolve your body in seconds. Okay? Just remember that when you’re out on Lookout Point,” says “Breaking Bad” actor Dating could turn out to be a tricky proposition for Bryan Cranston’s daughter, because he plans to go full “Walter White” on her unsuspecting suitors.
a oeWalking Deada Actress to Lead a oeStar Trek: Discoverya Series
Looks like Sonequa Martin-Green will be putting on a Starfleet uniform: she’s joined the new CBS All Access series, Star Trek: Discovery . According to the L.A. Times , Martin-Green, who plays Sasha Williams on AMC’s The Walking Dead , will play Lt.
All in the Family, Other Norman Lear Classics Eyed for Short-Run Reboots
Legendary TV producer Norman Lear says there has been “some talk” of rebooting All in the Family, The Jeffersons and other classic sitcoms – though with an important twist. With Netflix’s Latino remake of his One Day at a Time set to premiere on Jan. 6, Lear told our sister site Variety that he and Sony Pictures Television have been having discussions about “redoing” All in the Family, The Jeffersons, Maude and Good Times “with today’s stars” – and only as six-episode batches, re-enacting select, classic episodes.
Owners want recipes from hot dog shop known from a M.A.S.H.a
A feud over recipes from an Ohio hot dog eatery made famous on the TV series “M.A.S.H.” is back in court. The owners of Tony Packo’s, in Toledo, have filed a complaint against one of the restaurant chain’s former owners who testified over a year ago that he had a notebook with the eatery’s chili soup and hot dog sauce recipes.
Justin Bieber’s dad posts shirtless selfie of his ‘#handsomeson’
Justin Bieber’s dad is giving fans their daily dose of half-naked pictures of his son.
With Ivanka Trump, the role of first daughter may evolve
She was a key player in her father’s winning campaign, and people are closely watching the next moves by President-elect Donald Trump’s 35-year-old daughter. She’s attended her father’s transition meetings with high-profile figures, including the Japanese prime minister and technology leaders, and has indicated her interest in working on policy issues such as child care.
#unpresidented trends on Twitter
President-elect Donald Trump corrected his spelling in a tweet blasting China’s seizure of a U.S. Navy unmanned underwater glider, saying that the seizure of the drone was an “unprecedented” act. He earlier tweeted that the act was “unpresidented.”
Teyana Taylor Shares A Touching Tribute For Her Daughter’s First Birthday
Teyana Taylor’s daughter Junie celebrated her first birthday on Friday, and the “Fade” mom posted a beautiful tribute to her baby girl on Instagram as tribute. With Michael Jackson’s “Lady of my Life” playing in the background, Taylor strung together the cutest clips from the first year of her daughter’s life.
Ciara And Her Baby Bump Cuddle Up To Russell Wilson On Private Jet – “I Wuv This Guy”
On Friday, she posted a photo of herself hugged up with hubby Russell Wilson onboard a private jet. Fully decked out in Seattle Seahawks gear, the future mother of two beaming at the camera as Wilson placed a loving hand over her growing belly.
Trump campaign struck deal with media company for more favorable coverage
President-elect Donald Trump has long positioned himself at odds with the media, lashing out at reporters and outlets that dared to criticize him or shine light on his numerous scandals. His vitriol toward the press became so intense on the campaign trail that reporters covering his rallies began to fear for their safety .
Michael Sheen puts activism before acting to fight rise of ‘hard populist right’
Michael Sheen is stepping back from his acting career to fight against the rise of the “hard populist right” as an activist. Michael Sheen is stepping back from his acting career to fight against the rise of the “hard populist right” as an activist.
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West show off ‘over-the-top’ Christmas lights
Kim Kardashian and her husband Kanye West have shown off their stunning Christmas light display at their home in Bel Air. Kim Kardashian and her husband Kanye West have shown off their stunning Christmas light display at their home in Bel Air.
Ivanka Trump could herald major change for minor role of first daughter
GETTY She was a key player in her father’s winning campaign, and people are closely watching the next moves by President-elect Donald Trump’s 35-year-old daughter. Ivanka has attended her father’s transition meetings with high-profile figures, including the Japanese prime minister and technology leaders, and has indicated her interest in working on policy issues such as childcare.
Danny Mac favourite to lift Strictly’s coveted glitterball trophy
… Anastacia and Olympian Greg Rutherford. An average of 11.3 million viewers have tuned in to BBC One’s flagship entertainment show on Saturday nights – the highest figure ever recorded, according to figures compiled by the Press Association. Strictly …
Owners want recipes from hot dog shop known from ‘M.A.S.H.’
A feud over recipes from an Ohio hot dog eatery made famous on the TV series “M.A.S.H.” is back in court. The owners of Tony Packo’s, in Toledo, have filed a complaint against one of the restaurant chain’s former owners who testified over a year ago that he had a notebook with the eatery’s chili soup and hot dog sauce recipes.
The first lady’s PR machine is in a final race to push ‘the Obama brand’
Michelle Obama brought along radio host Ryan Seacrest for a Christmas event at Children’s National Medical Center this month. Every Christmas season, first ladies have visited sick children at Children’s National Medical Center.
This Disney Star Is All Grown-Up & Ruling One Of The Biggest Hair Trends Of 2016
Debby Ryan, the actor best known for playing Bailey Pickett in the Disney Channel show The Suite Life on Deck , debuted gorgeous rose-gold locks on stylist Kristin Ess’s Instagram account. She captioned the shot of the layered do, “When a baby unicorn returns home from a very long work trip asking for rose gold hair, lots of layers & gold glitter eyes, who are YOU to try and stop her?” If you’re looking for major hair inspo, Ess is a must-follow.
Actor, comedian Ricky Harris dies at age 54
Ricky Harris, an American actor and comedian has died at age 54 from an apparent heart attack, confirmed by friends and family on Monday. Ricky Harris was most known for his contributions as a voice actor for skits on many West coast hip-hop albums in the 90s.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar says this show is ruining love
Reality TV juggernaut “The Bachelor” returned for a new season Monday night, and at least one person is not happy about that — former NBA star Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. In a strongly worded essay for the Hollywood Reporter, Abdul-Jabbar took the long-running dating series to task for the effects it is having on the state of romance in America.
Arnold Schwarzenegger calls out President Trump over a Celebrity Apprenticea dig
WASHINGTON >> President Donald Trump sought prayers Thursday for Arnold Schwarzenegger over ratings for “Celebrity Apprentice” – the show Trump once hosted and which he said has become a “total disaster” since California’s Republican former governor took over the franchise. “When I ran for president, I had to leave the show,” Trump told the audience of more than 2,000 people.
Jessica Chastain, center, stars a high-powered lobbyist in the drama “Miss Sloane.”
Jessica Chastain gives one of the year’s best performances in a film that can’t quite keep up with her. Review: Chastain is fierce, but ‘Miss Sloane’ is minor Jessica Chastain gives one of the year’s best performances in a film that can’t quite keep up with her.
Politica activist Angela Davis explains America’s prison system in the documentary – 13th.’
Review: ’13th’ traces racist roots of prison system ‘Selma’ director Ava DuVernay examines why prisons are overflowing with minorities Check out this story on detroitnews.com: http://detne.ws/2h3g4RT ,” about the prison industrial complex, was released in October it came with a bit of unstated hope that prison reforms might well be on the way. That hope was pretty much extinguished on Nov. 8. What seemed like an enlightening message suddenly became a dire one as a move away from privately run prisons turned back on itself and “13th” became a prime example of how art is altered by social context.
Courtney B. Vance, left, and T.J. Miller star in “Office Christmas Party.”
Review: ‘Office Christmas Party’ tries too hard Talented cast can’t make this ‘Party’ worth attending Check out this story on detroitnews.com: http://detne.ws/2h3eM9j The idea that the awkward annual gathering of co-workers would turn into an all-out bacchanal has comedic potential, but “Office Christmas Party” has trouble getting there. Its naughty bits feel forced, and its nice elements come off as contrived.
Princess Kate Dazzles in Princess Diana’s Beloved Tiara
Princess Kate stepped out tonight wearing the famous pearl-and-diamond-clad Cambridge Lover’s Knot Tiara, which was a favorite of Princess Diana , for the annual white tie diplomatic reception at Buckingham Palace . The Duchess of Cambridge looked regal in red, recycling the same dress by designer Jenny Packham that she chose for her first state dinner with the Chinese President.
Right to the end, Trump campaign spent less than Clinton’s
President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect Mike Pence react to supporters during a rally, Thursday, Dec. 8, 2016, in Des Moines, Iowa. President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect Mike Pence react to supporters during a rally, Thursday, Dec. 8, 2016, in Des Moines, Iowa.
Wesley Snipes writing supernatural thriller novel
The novel, which will be written with Ray Norman and published by Harper Collins, reportedly focuses on Lauren, a female doctor stuck in a battle between heaven and hell, and spirit warrior Talon Hunter. “There are spiritual warriors that inhabit this planet who are here to help balance out the evil forces, and they are always looking for the next apprentice,” Snipes told Deadline.
PVRIS, Cousin Stizz, Meghan Trainor win big at Boston Music Awards
Topping off a year that saw their late-night TV debut , their first headlining tour, and a slot at Chicago’s Lollapalooza music festival, Lowell-bred electro-rockers PVRIS took home both Artist of the Year and Song of the Year at Thursday night’s Boston Music Awards ceremony at the House of Blues. The show, held annually since 1987 to honor the city’s sundry sonic progeny, featured performances by the Ballroom Thieves and Julia Rhodes .
Madison Ballet keeps Christmas tradition alive despite rocky year
A lot of hard work and sore muscles have gone into preparing the Madison Ballet’s rendition of the Nutcrackers. It’s not uncommon for little girls to have ballerina dreams, and for Reikersdorfer her dream started becoming a reality with Madison Ballet’s rendition of the Nutcracker.
Film Review: – Allied’
Brad Pitt, as a Royal Air Force officer, parachutes into Morocco where he meets, and develops a relationship with Marion Cotillard in A Allied.A From the department of cold comforts, Angelina Jolie can take solace in the fact that the movie in which she costarred with Brad Pitt as he left his wife Jennifer Aniston for her is superior to the new film in which Pitt costars with Marion Cotillard, the woman for whom he may have left Jolie . The crux of this spy thriller is oh-so-subtly revealed in the opening credits, where the letters spelling ALLIED fade to LIE before disappearing completely.
One-stop – Shop’
After watching “The Shop Around the Corner,” consider tracking down these time-tested treasures to bring a bit of extra romance and laughter to your holidays. “It Happened on Fifth Avenue” Rarely seen these days, this charmer of a Christmas comedy involves a loosely knit band of homeless folks, including several WWII vets, all taking shelter at Christmas in a boarded-up mansion, unaware that some of the them are actually the house’s wealthy owners in disguise.
Inside The Minneapolis Day Care Hanging 911 Call
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Midcentury post and beam in El Sereno seeks $499K
Located just off Huntington Boulevard in El Sereno, this house has a lovely midcentury look on the outside and updated interiors. The two-bedroom dwelling, which public records date to 1951, has walls of large windows and a brick fireplace painted white in the living room, along with wood floors through most of the house.
Devils Fall To Canadiens 5-2 In Regulation
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Report: Actress mistakes Simone Biles for teammate Gabby Douglas
… at actress Michelle Monaghan made on Wednesday after meeting the Olympian at The Hollywood Reporter’s Women in Entertainment Breakfast. In a tweet above a photo of the two, Monaghan tagged Gabby Douglas, Biles’ teammate and also a gold medalist.
Supernatural: Fall Finale Review
Aside from the very end of this one, when Courtney Ford’s Kelly gave Castiel the slip and decided to keep her devil spawn nephilim, “Lotus” was a really cool chapter – acting as a fun fall finale and a great connector for the separate Lucifer/British Men of Letters plots. No, we’re no longer covering Supernatural on a weekly basis here at IGN, but I’ll still be checking in when notable episodes roll around, like premieres and finales.
DC’s Legends of Tomorrow: Midseason Finale review
That line pretty aptly sums up the midseason finale of Legends of Tomorrow. As is the usual trend with the various Arrow-verse shows, this episode was all about pitting our heroes against against Season 2’s main antagonists in their first major battle, in the process setting the stage for what’s to come in 2017.
Legendary ‘CHEERS’ Star Has Message For America…
According to John Ratzenberger, Donald Trump’s crucial electoral win last month signaled that “adults are back in charge” of the country. If you don’t recognize the name, you may remember the face of that chipper post office worker who sat at the end of the bar with his beer on every episode of ‘Cheers’.
Stream Ab-Soul Do What Thou Wilt.
After some controversial delays, Ab-Soul’s new album Do What Thou Wilt. is finally seeing the light of day.
Kornheiser: Trade John Wall
John Wall talks to a referee during the first half of Tuesday’s game against the Magic. After the Wizards fell to 7-13 with a home loss to Orlando on Tuesday, despite a career-high 52 points from John Wall , ESPN’s Tony Kornheiser suggested it might be time for Ted Leonsis’s franchise to make a major change .a <.a <.
Movie review: ‘Office Christmas Party’: Comedy, made by smutty elves
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Media fact-checking more aggressive under Trump
These days of alternative facts, phantom terrorist attacks and fake news are changing the way news organizations do their jobs. Media outlets are more aggressively fact-checking political statements – a function often pushed into the background when campaigns end – finding innovative new formats and seeing keen interest among consumers.
New subway station has public art rarely seen: A gay couple
The sight of two men holding hands is far from uncommon, but a mural of two men doing just that is showing up in an unusual place – on the walls of a new subway station in New York City. “It was like winning the lottery,” Thor Stockman, 60, said of finding out that he and his husband of 3 A1 2 years, Patrick Kellogg, were going to be part of artist Vik Muniz’s “Perfect Strangers,” a series of life-size mosaic portraits of everyday New Yorkers gracing the walls of the new subway station at 72nd Street.
Did Jake Tapper Go on a Racist Tirade?
A piece of audio, supposedly of the CNN anchor screaming racial epithets, is actually recycled tape of reality show character Dog the Bounty Hunter. On 23 February 2017, the Twitter account “OMFG News” published a video purportedly featuring CNN anchor Jake Tapper using racial slurs in a “disturbing tirade”: None of this is true, except that this is an audio recording, and it does feature many racial slurs.”
I, Daniel Blake
Country: UK Year: 2016 Duration: 100m This often funny and ultimately intensely moving tale of the friendship between an out-of-work Newcastle carpenter and a young single mum won Ken Loach a Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival this year. A powerful, important and essential drama and critique of the British social system.
Jake Clemons is more than just Springsteen’s new sideman
Jake Clemons is a chip off the old block. Only in his case, it’s a block once removed.
Here’s why you should celebrate the New Year in Philadelphia
… 5-8 p.m. Dec. 31 at North Bowl, 909 N. 2nd St., Philadelphia. Cost: $18 (includes bowling, shoes, food and the entertainment). Northbowlphilly.com ; 215-238-2695. Back in October, the Cowboys defeated the Eagles in a tight game. But our boys in …
Notable deaths of 2016
Zsa Zsa Gabor died at age 99 in December 2016. A tabloid fixation, her lengthy film career included spots in a dozen films and television series, including John Huston’s 1952 ‘Moulin Rouge’ and the 1958 film noir ‘Touch of Evil’ by Orson Welles.
Joey Boots of “The Howard Stern Show” found dead at home
A popular member of “The Howard Stern Show” known to fans as Joey Boots has been found dead in his New York apartment. Joseph Bassolino was 49. Those connected to the show paid tributes on social media to the man who popularized the phrase “Baba Booey” on the air.
In this June 1, 2016, file photo, Adacia Chambers arrives for a court …
An Oklahoma woman who drove into a crowd of spectators at Oklahoma State University’s 2015 homecoming parade, killing four people and injuring dozens of others, is set to stand trial. Adacia Chambers, 26, has pleaded not guilty to four counts of second-degree murder and 42 counts of assault and battery.
Possible police impersonator being investigated
On Dec. 20 at 2 p.m. the Cass County Sheriff ‘s Office got a call for the possible impersonator. Two people told deputies that a suspicious vehicle attempted to stop them while traveling on M-40 in Cass County.
Hoffarth: NFL Networka s Rich Eisen has the longest-running show at the Combine
EL SEGUNDO >> There was Max from Product Design, AJ from Software Engineering, Ismail from IT and even Miriam from Global Fraud. Thursday morning, excused from their departments for the moment, they stretched and squatted and crouched and re-adjusted their work clothes, all lined up at one end of the AT&T/DirecTV outdoor plaza with other colleagues on the corporate flow chart.
Kevin O’Leary’s campaign got rolling over lunch
When Kevin O’Leary popped up on Facebook late last week to nearly, almost, not quite declare his bid for the federal Conservative leadership, close watchers of Canadian politics must have been thinking, “Get on with it, Mr. Wonderful!” After all, O’Leary, celebrity investor and TV personality, has been flirting shamelessly with Tories for about a year, going back at least to his appearance last February at the Manning Centre Conference, an annual Ottawa gathering of right-wingers, where he headlined a session bluntly billed as, ” If I run, here’s how I’d do it .” Despite O’Leary’s undisguised interest in the job, though, he appears to have been seriously assembling a campaign organization for only a few weeks.
Charlotte Church, Rebecca Ferguson decline Trump invite
In this Oct. 20, 2016 file photo, British singer Rebecca Ferguson arrives at the premiere of the film “Jack Reacher: Never Go Back” in London.
Happy birthday, Michigan! 18 reasons to celebrate our state’s 180th birthday
On January 26, 1837, Michigan became the 26th state in the Union.
Debbie Reynolds and Carrie Fisher to be buried together
In this Sept. 10, 2011 file photo, Carrie Fisher kisses her mother, Debbie Reynolds, as they arrive at the Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards in Los Angeles.
Belafonte to celebrate 90th birthday with new project
Harry Belafonte is turning 90 in a few weeks, and he’s planning to use the milestone to release an album that will underscore part of his life’s work – fostering racial harmony.
Listen to Willie Nelson’s 10 most iconic records before his 3-show run in Las Vegas
What’s more remarkable is that he’s done it with such frequency: Nelson has released nearly 100 studio albums in total, spanning solo records and numerous collaborative LPs, making him among the most prolific artists in the history of recorded music. This being said, attempting to fully digest Nelson’s catalog can be kind of like trying to navigate a dense, intensely overgrown forest on a moonless night, so we’re here to provide a few breadcrumbs to help you on your way.
Listen to Willie Nelson’s 10 most iconic records before his 3-show run in Las Vegas
What’s more remarkable is that he’s done it with such frequency: Nelson has released nearly 100 studio albums in total, spanning solo records and numerous collaborative LPs, making him among the most prolific artists in the history of recorded music. This being said, attempting to fully digest Nelson’s catalog can be kind of like trying to navigate a dense, intensely overgrown forest on a moonless night, so we’re here to provide a few breadcrumbs to help you on your way.
Big Ang’s cousin arrested for alleged sales tax fraud
Big Ang’s cousin, SallyAnn Lombardi, is accused of not paying sales taxes for the bar that she owned with the former “Mob Wives” star. Lombardi, 57, was arrested at about 9:15 a.m. Tuesday at 130 Stuyvesant Place and charged by police with grand larceny and criminal tax fraud, according to a spokeswoman for the NYPD’s Deputy Commissioner of Public Information.
…Oscars 2017: Stars begin arriving on the Oscars’ red carpet
Broadway star Cynthia Erivo is also among the first arrivals, her shock of white hair a beacon in the crowd.
5 lucky foods for New Year’s
Enjoy ring shaped foods like doughnuts or bagels before you swear off 5 lucky foods for New Year’s 12 grapes at midnight Ring shaped food And so the year comes full circle. Enjoy ring shaped foods like doughnuts or bagels before you swear off Check out this story on pal-item.com: http://indy.st/1ckgSUF Did you know that in Spain, it’s considered good luck to eat one grape with each stroke of the clock at midnight? Or that in Greece, a pomegranate is smashed on the floor when the clock strikes 12? Around the world, certain foods are thought to bring good fortune when consumed on New Year’s Eve.
Katie Couric to return to “Today” to fill in as host
Two of Matt Lauer’s former “Today” show co-hosts — Katie Couric and Meredith Vieira — are returning to the show for a week each in January with Savannah Guthrie on maternity leave. Couric, who was “Today” host from 1989 to 2006, has returned for special occasions but this will be the first time in the anchor’s role.
Playwright who inspired ‘Moonlight’ wins PEN award
The playwright who inspired the Oscar-nominated movie “Moonlight” has won a prize from PEN America, the literary and human rights organization. Tarell Alvin McCraney received an award for best mid-career playwright, PEN announced Wednesday.
Winning numbers drawn in ‘Roadrunner Cash’ game
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