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Carrey's 'Christmas Carol' wraps up $31M weekend

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 12:08:13 -0500

Jim Carrey's Scrooge is collecting holiday donations from movie fans with a $31 million opening weekend to take the No. 1 spot with his new take on "A Christmas Carol."

New York City Opera revives 'Esther' - and itself

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 11:09:18 -0500

Launching its comeback in perilous financial times, the New York City Opera might well have played it safe with a surefire crowd-pleaser, like its production of Puccini's "Madama Butterfly."

Police: Celebrity burglaries led by 19-year-old

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 18:14:25 -0500

A 19-year-old woman was the driving force behind a youthful burglary ring that preyed on Hollywood's rich and famous, often brazenly walking into unlocked homes to make off with cash, jewels and family heirlooms, authorities said.

Pakistan's fashionistas defy Taliban

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 18:14:25 -0500

As surging militant violence grabs headlines around the world, Pakistan's top designers and models are taking part in the country's first-ever fashion week. While the mix of couture and high-street fashions would not have been out of place in Milan or New York, many designers reflected the country's turmoil, contradictions and tensions.

Joe Jackson seeks stipend from Michael's estate

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 18:14:25 -0500

Michael Jackson's father is seeking an allowance from his son's estate to help cover expenses that exceed $15,000 a month, according to court documents filed Friday. The request seeking an unspecified amount for Joe Jackson was filed by lawyer Brian Oxman, who said there was no apparent reason for the administrators of the estate to not seek an allowance for the Jackson family patriarch.

Honolulu Symphony cancels remaining 2009 concerts

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:13:18 -0500

The Honolulu Symphony said Friday it's canceling concerts for the rest of the year and filing for bankruptcy, citing a big drop in donations.

A&E: Reality show about Jacksons premieres Dec. 13

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 10:43:46 -0500

A reality show miniseries about the Jackson family will premiere Dec. 13 on A&E, the network says. Back-to-back hour episodes will air that night at 9 p.m. EST.

Broadway finds its 'Spider-Man' in Reeve Carney

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:00:07 -0500

Broadway has found its Spider-Man - rock singer Reeve Carney.

Judge OKs plea deal for 'Girls Gone Wild' founder

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 10:43:11 -0500

A judge sentenced "Girls Gone Wild" founder Joe Francis on Friday to 301 days already served and a year of probation for filing false income tax returns and bribing Nevada jail workers.

Rihanna: Chris Brown 'had no soul in his eyes'

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 23:05:12 -0500

Rihanna on Friday described the horror she felt as her ex-boyfriend Chris Brown was biting and punching her during a violent argument in February, saying she saw "no soul in his eyes."