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Disney Glams Up Merida from 'Brave,' Fans Freak Out

Emerald Catron — Sat, 18 May 2013 05:52:33 +0000

Merida, the heroine from ‘Brave,’ was officially proclaimed the 11th Disney Princess. But instead of celebrating, people got angry. Fans were happy to see Merida being recognized as an official Disney princess because of her independent nature and un-Disney princess looks. Or they would have been, if Disney hadn’t redesigned Merida and taken those things [...]

Waitress Gets Fired for Insulting Police on Facebook

Chris Chaberski — Sat, 18 May 2013 05:39:31 +0000

Looks like someone didn’t get the memo that what you post on Facebook can be seen by lots of people—and some of them may not like it very much. Ashley Warden, formerly a waitress at a Chili’s in Oklahoma, posted to Facebook a picture of three sheriff’s deputies and wrote the following message: “Stupid cops [...]

Lafayette Man Accused Of Harboring Minnesota Runaway, Storing Over 100 Images Of Child Pornography

Brandon Comeaux — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:42:14 +0000

52-year-old Thomas Dessoye of Lafayette is behind bars after police say he aided and harbored a juvenile runaway from Minnesota. Dessoye also faces over 100 counts of child possession.

One Year After Her Disappearance, What Is Mickey Shunick's Legacy?

Steve Wiley — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:02:09 +0000

“We shouldn’t have to cower and hide inside. If we don’t feel safe, we should come together and make a change. I wish it didn’t take a tragedy like this for that to happen. I wish we could keep that going." -Jay Steiner

George Michael Sustains Head Injury in Car Crash

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:24:19 +0000

’80s singer George Michael, who nearly died from pneumonia in late 2011, was airlifted to a hospital after sustaining a head injury following a car crash. Paramedics were called to the scene of the accident in the U.K. on Thursday, May 16. According to The BBC, a Michael spokesperson said that the ‘Faith’ singer, 49, had indeed been in an [...]

Candice Glover Wins 'American Idol' Season 12

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 17 May 2013 02:19:21 +0000

Candice Glover was named the winner of Season 12 of 'American Idol,' defeating Kree Harrison, who was voted the runner-up! Congrats, Candice. The world needs a belter like you to be Whitney Houston's heir apparent!

Beyonce Gets Emotional Onstage in Belgium [Video]

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 17 May 2013 01:45:06 +0000

An emotional Beyonce returned to the stage at Belgium's Sportpaleis (May 15), despite being advised by her doctors to take the night off. She had canceled a show in Antwerp the night before (May 14) due to exhaustion and dehydration and she wasn't about to disappoint fans two nights in a row -- no way, no how. A true queen never lets her subjects down multiple times!

Internet Celebrity 'Kai The Hatchet-Wielding Hitchhiker' Arrested In Philadelphia For NJ Murder

Dan Alexander — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:31:45 +0000

Internet celebrity “Kai The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker,” also known as Caleb Lawrence McGillvary, has been arrested for the murder of a Clark, NJ man. McGillvary was arrested by Philadelphia Police at the Greyhound bus terminal and is being held on $3 million bail according to WPVI TV. “I am grateful for the overwhelming response and [...]

Racing Legend Dick Trickle Commits Suicide

Chris Chaberski — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:41:14 +0000

Richard "Dick" Trickle died Thursday at the age of 71. His body was discovered next to his pickup truck at a cemetery in Lincoln County, North Carolina, after the longtime NASCAR and short-track driver shot himself, according to police.

This Weekend in Sports: The Preakness Stakes and NASCAR All-Star Race

Joe Student — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:08:13 +0000

The second leg of horse racing’s Triple Crown and NASCAR’s All-Star event highlight the upcoming sports calendar. Here’s what to watch this weekend: Friday, May 17 NHL Playoffs: Game 2 — Ottawa Senators at Pittsburgh Penguins Consol Energy Center, Pittsburgh; 7:30 p.m. (ET) on NBC Sports Network Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Brenden Morrow lead [...]

Shakira Confirms That She's Leaving 'The Voice'

Cassandra Rose — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:55:05 +0000

With Christina Aguilera set to reclaim her spinning chair on 'The Voice,' current female judge Shakira and her truthful hips are planning an exit, saying the constant travel is wearing out her newborn baby.

Shakira Leaving 'The Voice' Next Season

Jessica Sager — Thu, 16 May 2013 00:35:42 +0000

Good thing Christina Aguilera is coming back to 'The Voice' next season, because the panel will be down one pint-sized, fiery blond superstar. Shakira confirmed that she won't be returning for the NBC hit's fifth season.

Nicki Minaj Out at 'American Idol'

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:04:29 +0000

Rap diva Nicki Minaj is one and done.

Sources close to the production claim that the controversial star will exit 'American Idol' after Season 12 wraps May 16. She served on the judge's panel for a season, famously clashing with Mariah Carey, who also sat on the panel for her first year.

Taylor Swift Made a Self-Deprecating Cameo on 'New Girl' That Was All Kinds of Funny [VIDEO]

Cassandra Rose — Wed, 15 May 2013 14:59:19 +0000

Taylor Swift appeared on last night’s season finale of the Zooey Deschanel-helmed sitcom ‘New Girl’ — and as it turns out, she was perfectly suited to play an obsessed “other woman.” (Warning, there be spoilers below. Approach with care, mateys.) Swift doesn’t actually appear until the end of the episode, entitled ‘Elaine’s Big Day,’ to [...]

Brooklyn School Bans Hipster Glasses

Donald Deane — Wed, 15 May 2013 14:55:31 +0000

In a tacit admission that Brooklyn has become hopelessly overrun by hipsters, a Jewish Orthodox school in Borough Park recently banned the wearing of "thick plastic eyeglasses" among its student body. No word on whether skinny jeans or lumberjack shirts are next.

Christina Aguilera + Cee Lo Green Will Probably Be Back on 'The Voice' Next Season

Cassandra Rose — Tue, 14 May 2013 20:30:51 +0000

After a season off, looks like former 'Voice' coaches Christina Aguilera and Cee Lo Green are set to reclaim their cushy spinning chairs.

And, of course, the cushy spinning paychecks that go with them.

Usher Sued by Former Nanny

Kat Lee — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:56:43 +0000

It seems as though Usher‘s legal troubles with his children are a never-ending saga. His latest headache comes from his former nanny who is claiming she is owed a six-figure sum for working overtime. According to The Sun, Cecelia Duncan, Usher’s former childcare provider, was hired to care for the ‘Numb’ singer’s two sons, Usher [...]

Angelina Jolie Had a Double Mastectomy

Jessica Sager — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:36:10 +0000

Angelina Jolie: actress, director, philanthropist. And now, breast cancer activist. Jolie revealed in a self-penned New York Times piece that she recently underwent a double mastectomy, shocking and awing the world — and drawing possibly more attention than ever to the illness and to women’s health as a whole. The Oscar winner revealed that the [...]

'The Voice' Live Show Recap: The Top 12 Perform

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 14 May 2013 02:35:39 +0000

On tonight’s (May 13) live edition of ‘The Voice,’ the Top 12 performed for America’s votes. There are no more coach’s saves. It’s all up to the voting viewers. The show tapes in L.A., which is in the grip of a heat wave that knocked out the air conditioning at the studio. So the coaches [...]

Dr. Joyce Brothers Dies at Age 85

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:05:43 +0000

Dr. Joyce Brothers, the psychologist whose career included a syndicated column, books, stints on television and in film, has died. She was 85. Brothers passed away Monday in New York City, although no cause of death has been revealed. Brothers first rose to fame by winning the top prize in 1955 while a contestant on [...]