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Mishka the Talking Siberian Husky Profiled on 'Today' [VIDEO]

Don Deane — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 15:21:12 +0000

Ever wonder what a dog would say if it could speak? Turns out, it’s nothing less than what you’d expect from man’s best friend. ‘Today‘ profiled Mishka, a “talking” Siberian Husky and internet sensation with her own YouTube channel, Facebook page and online store. A YouTube video in which the dog howls the words “I love [...]

William Shatner Covers Queen, Black Sabbath and More on Star-Studded New Album, 'Seeking Major Tom'

Jeff Giles — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 13:38:43 +0000

He’s definitely best known for his acting résumé, but William Shatner isn’t just the guy who played James T. Kirk, T.J. Hooker, and Denny Crane; he’s actually enjoyed a long, albeit sporadic and rather irony-drenched, recording career, releasing four albums (including a double live release) over the last 25 years.

As luck would have it, Shatner’s been back in the recording studio lately, and he’s ready to return with his latest audio offering.

Pediatricians' Group Says 'SpongeBob SquarePants' Is Bad for Kids

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 18:48:18 +0000

The American Academy of Pediatrics has called out Nickelodeon’s popular animated kids’ series ‘SpongeBob SquarePants,’ saying its fast pace hampers childrens’ cognitive development. The criticism is based on a study from University of Virginia’s department of psychology, in which one group of four-year olds watched nine-minutes of SpongeBob, another watched nine minutes of a slower-paced PBS kids’ show, and [...]

Man Makes 'Luxury' Home in Dumpster [VIDEO]

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 18:12:17 +0000

In artist Gregory Kloehn’s effort to “break down what a home can be,” he was able to create a high end living space in a common dumpster. His miniature house includes a bed, a toilet, a stainless steel sink and other kitchen appliances, storage space, electricity and an outside shower — not to mention granite counter [...]

'Top Gun' Coming to Theaters in 3D

Chris Illuminati — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 17:58:52 +0000

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Maverick, Goose and the rest of the ‘fly boys’ will land back in movie theaters in 2012 when ‘Top Gun’ is re-released in 3D. A four-minute preview of the converted film was screened at the International Broadcasting Convention (IBC) in Amsterdam. The bit they showed? The ‘Danger Zone’ aerial flight [...]

5 TV Show Remakes That Didn't Stink

Kirthana Ramisetti — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 14:47:02 +0000

ABC Hollywood loves to crank out remakes of beloved TV shows, and this season is no exception. Television viewers will be treated to new versions of 'Charlie’s Angels' and 'Prime Suspect.' More often then not, though, these reboots fail, but there are a few success stories. Here are five TV remakes that were actually successful [...]

'Spartacus: Blood and Sand' Star Andy Whitfield Dies of Cancer at 39

Shauna Wright — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 13:53:38 +0000

Actor Andy Whitfield, who starred on the first season of the Starz series ‘Spartacus: Blood and Sand,’ has died in Sydney, Australia from non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. He was 39. Whitfield’s wife, who called her husband “a beautiful young warrior,” said, “He passed peacefully surrounded by love. Thank you to all his fans whose love and support [...]

The River Remembers- February 15, 1967- Chicago Forms!

Nick Perkins — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 20:05:22 +0000

If you’re reading this post, chances are you like music. And if you like music, chances are you like Chicago. And if you like Chicago, chances are you know they formed on this day in 1967. But this article is for those that don’t. Chicago is one of the greatest rock and roll bands of [...]