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France, Poland want Polanski released on bail
The international tug-of-war over Roman Polanski escalated Monday as France and Poland urged Switzerland to free the 76-year-old director on bail and pressed U.S. officials all the way up to Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on the case.
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Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom get married
The 29-year-old Los Angeles Lakers forward and the 25-year-old reality TV starlet were married Sunday at a private residence in Beverly Hills.
Michael Jackson advance screenings sell out in 2 hours
Advance screenings to the music documentary "Michael Jackson: This Is It" sold out within two hours/
Wal-Mart best symbolizes America, a new poll finds
Half the respondents of a new poll say taxing the richest Americans by at least 50 per cent is a great idea, while more than a third consider Twitter a fad that will likely fade.
Security tight at Julia Roberts film set in India
Young boys climbed trees and villagers crowded rooftops in a tiny dusty village in northern India to catch a glimpse of Julia Roberts.
'Meatballs' sticks to top of movie menu with $24.6M
"Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs," the animated tale took in $24.6 million to remain No. 1 for a second weekend. It raised its domestic haul to $60 million after 10 days in theatres.
Oops! SNL stumbles into new season with expletive
"Saturday Night Live" has started the season with a bang. Newcomer Jenny Slate let an obscene expletive slip during a parody of a talk show by biker women on the season opener of the comedy show.
Sovereigntist filmmaker Pierre Falardeau dies
Pierre Falardeau, the enfant terrible of Quebec cinema who suggested federalist anglophones should leave the province, has died of cancer in Montreal.
Ralph Nader presents novel way to remake America
Former presidential candidate Ralph Nader has written his first fictional book. It describes how to create a utopian version of the U.S. with the help of Bill Cosby, Yoko Ono and 15 other super-rich Americans.
U.S. Springsteen symposium drives down Thunder Road
Scholars from around the world are dissecting the Springsteen legend this weekend in New Jersey. "Glory Days: A Bruce Springsteen Symposium" continues through Sunday at Monmouth University.
Why are Hollywood blockbusters becoming rare footage?
Hollywood watchers say blockbuster movies are becoming fewer and farther between, as studios focus on action and comedy films that feature lesser-known (and cheaper) actors.
Hot muse: Abbie Cornish sizzles in 'Bright Star'
Aussie actress Abbie Cornish falls for ailing poet John Keats in the new film, "Bright Star." Now Hollywood is falling at her feet.
Conan O'Brien hits head during 'Tonight' stunt
Conan O'Brien was expected to be back on the job next week after hitting his head during a "Tonight Show" stunt.
Spanish pianist Alicia de Larrocha dies at 86
Spanish pianist Alicia de Larrocha, who thrilled music listeners for decades with polished and enthralling interpretations of great classical works and Spanish masters, has died. She was 86.
Keillor to host 1st 'Prairie Home' since stroke
Humorist Garrison Keillor is set to host his first broadcast of "A Prairie Home Companion" since suffering a minor stroke nearly three weeks ago.
Law & Order shake up: D'Onofrio, Erbe and Bogosian get ditched
Big cast shake-ups are in store for the ninth season of "Law & Order: Criminal Intent."
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Acclaimed Quebec writer found dead in Montreal
Nelly Arcan, an acclaimed Quebec writer who won international accolades for her work, has been found dead in her Montreal apartment.
Pageant contestant accused of killing ex-actress
A self-proclaimed preacher who was on "America's Sexiest Bachelor" will be arraigned next week for allegedly torturing and murdering an ex-porn actress.
Ex-Globe editor to retire from Ontario museum post
William Thorsell has announced plans to retire as director and CEO of the Royal Ontario Museum.
Marilyn Manson's reps deny he has swine flu
Contrary to online posts attributed to Marilyn Manson himself, the shock-rocker's reps are saying that he does not, in fact, have swine flu.
Bijou Phillips knew Mackenzie had sex with father
Actress Bijou Phillips says she knew her half-sister Mackenzie Phillips had consensual sex with their father, Mamas and the Papas leader John Phillips.
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'Michael Jackson Tapes' details star's obsessions
A new book by Jackson's former adviser says them superstar feared old age and appeared to be abusing drugs and cosmetic surgery nearly a decade before his death.
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Randy Quaid freed on bail after arrest in Texas
Actor Randy Quaid and his wife have been arrested in West Texas for allegedly skipping out on a $10,000 California hotel bill.
Leonard Cohen's Tel Aviv show goes on
For the first time in decades, veteran singer and poet Leonard Cohen has performed in Israel, despite calls to cancel the show from Palestinian rights activists.
More bumps for Metropolitan Opera's 'Tosca'
The Metropolitan Opera's new staging of Puccini's "Tosca" has run into more bumps.
Sandhu not sorry he's dancing instead of skating
Former Olympic skater Emanuel Sandhu says he struggled with his decision to focus on a dance career instead of on-ice competition.
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| This Week | Last Week | Title | Weekend Gross | Total Gross |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs | $2859873 | $2859873 |
| 2 | - | The Informant! | $942663 | $942663 |
| 3 | - | Love Happens | $743411 | $743411 |
| 4 | - | Jennifer's Body | $711942 | $711942 |
| 5 | 2 | Inglourious Basterds | $584381 | $13663449 |
| 6 | 1 | 9 | $565135 | $2115629 |
| 7 | 3 | All About Steve | $394109 | $2780069 |
| 8 | 5 | District 9 | $320460 | $14792910 |
| 9 | 4 | The Final Destination | $313367 | $6542432 |
| 10 | 6 | Whiteout | $265401 | $954825 |
| 11 | 8 | Sorority Row | $191873 | $710791 |
| 12 | 10 | Julie and Julia | $171175 | $7886921 |
| 13 | 7 | Gamer | $165974 | $2027880 |
| 14 | 9 | The Time Traveler's Wife | $110226 | $7447032 |
| 15 | 13 | Tyler Perry's I Can Do Bad All By Myself | $82953 | $256609 |
| 17 | 17 | 1981 | $70232 | $421423 |
| 18 | - | Dil Bole Hapidda! | $67874 | $67874 |
| 19 | 15 | The Ugly Truth | $65520 | $13296262 |
| 20 | 16 | Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince | $58448 | $30628760 |
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| This Week | Last Week | Title | Weekend Gross | Total Gross |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs | $2859873 | $2859873 |
| 2 | - | The Informant! | $942663 | $942663 |
| 3 | - | Love Happens | $743411 | $743411 |
| 4 | - | Jennifer's Body | $711942 | $711942 |
| 5 | 2 | Inglourious Basterds | $584381 | $13663449 |
| 6 | 1 | 9 | $565135 | $2115629 |
| 7 | 3 | All About Steve | $394109 | $2780069 |
| 8 | 5 | District 9 | $320460 | $14792910 |
| 9 | 4 | The Final Destination | $313367 | $6542432 |
| 10 | 6 | Whiteout | $265401 | $954825 |
Paramore Show MTV News Some Southern Hospitality
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Fun Friday News
Why hello there! How are you? Good? Good! Seeing that it’s Friday and you’ve been so good all week here are 5 fun Friday newsy bits! * Marilyn Manson got the swine flu. He’s upset he’ll live from the sounds of it. * This blog takes tweets and turns them into fun cartoons! Neato! [...]
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The Daily Show with Jon Stewart - Best of The Blag
Taking a stroll down not-so-great memory lane with the tale of Rod Blagoyyyyyyyyyyjevich.
Karl Lagerfeld Special
In CONNECTING WITH KARL: AN INTIMATE CONVERSATION WITH KARL LAGERFELD, the remarkably tireless designer reveals a sense of humour and a genuine kindness that lies beneath his daunting exterior. With Jeanne Beker.
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etalk - Friday, Sept. 25
Following Mackenzie Phillips' shocking confession, sister Chynna tells her side of the story.
