Television
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Johansson addresses criticism over SodaStream dealJan 25, 2014 12:29 pm - LOS ANGELES — Scarlett Johansson is responding to criticism over her new ad campaign for an Israeli company that operates in the West Bank. The 29-year-old actress said ...
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‘Black Sails’ star not worried about mom’s reviewJan 25, 2014 5:00 am - NEW YORK — Toby Stephens may be concerned about reviews of his portrayal of Captain Flint in the Starz’s series “Black Sails.” There is, however, one viewer he’s not wor...
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DVD previews: ‘Last Vegas,’ ‘Rush’Jan 25, 2014 5:00 am - Here’s a look at DVDs coming out Tuesday, Jan. 28: “Last Vegas” (PG-13, 104 minutes, Sony): This senior citizens version of “The Hangover” is led by a heavyweight ensemb...
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Muppets mini-makeover aims to boost kids’ healthJan 24, 2014 5:00 am - Bert and Ernie jump rope and munch apples and carrots, and Cookie Monster has his namesake treat once a week, not every day. Can a Muppets mini-makeover improve kids’ he...
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Watch the nominees at homeJan 24, 2014 5:00 am - In just a few weeks, one of this year's nine best picture nominees will win the Academy Award - and many of the millions of people watching the telecast around the world...
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'Black Sails' sets sail with a new view of piracyJan 24, 2014 4:30 am - NEW YORK — To appreciate “Black Sails,” it's best to start by tossing overboard certain preconceptions. This rollicking pirate thriller, which premieres at 8 p.m. Saturd...
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‘Sherlock’ makers sticking to abbreviated seasonsJan 22, 2014 7:44 am - PASADENA, Calif. — The makers of TV’s “Sherlock” say even a lobbying effort by British Prime Minister David Cameron wouldn’t persuade them to produce more episodes each ...
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Opera star to sing national anthem at Super BowlJan 21, 2014 5:41 pm - NEW YORK — The Super Bowl will have a touch of the classical this year: Opera star Renee Fleming will sing the national anthem. The four-time Grammy winner will perform ...
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Hall won’t rule out return to playing DexterJan 21, 2014 5:49 am - PARK CITY, Utah — Possible bad news for Oregon loggers: Michael C. Hall won’t rule out a return to playing Dexter. But he’d want to see the finish line. Hall, promoting ...
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Schaumburg High grad glides into commercial successJan 21, 2014 3:30 am - For Schaumburg native Michael R. Carlson, “I get by with a little help from my friends” isn't just an expression from a Beatles song; it's the key to his showbiz success...