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Rise and shine Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 7:07PMOne year past his American Idol outing, Adam Lambert continues to mesmerise his audience.
TNA DESTINATION X COVERAGE - IN PROGRESS NOW!! Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 6:33PMPLEASE BE SURE TO REFRESH THIS PAGE THROUGHOUT THE NIGHT FOR UPDATED RESULTS AS THE SHOW AIRS LIVE. KEEP REFRESHING!!
Hard Rock is putting its chips and beds overseas Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 4:35PMThree years after buying the Hard Rock brand for nearly $1 billion, Florida's Seminole tribe is aggressively expanding Hard Rock hotels and casinos internationally Three years after buying the Hard Rock brand for nearly $1 billion, Florida's Seminole tribe is aggressively expanding Hard Rock hotels and casinos internationally, from the Caribbean to eastern Europe.
Weekend Box Office Review: Alice Three-peats, Diary of A Wimpy Kid and The Bounty Hunter Open Well Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 4:06PMRead Scott Mendelson's other articles on HuffingtonPost.com
Letters to the editor: March 22, 2010 Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 4:04PMHere are letters to the editor from Daily News editions of March 22, 2010.
‘Alice’ Tops Box Office a 3rd Week With $34.5 Million (Update1) Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 2:11PMMarch 21 (Bloomberg) -- “Alice in Wonderland,” the Lewis Carroll tale re-imagined in 3-D by director Tim Burton , was the top film in the U.S. and Canada for a third straight weekend, bringing in $34.5 million in ticket sales for Walt Disney Co.
Los Angeles Production Listings Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 1:27PMThe following listings are not casting notices but instead reflect the best general information available about current casting assignments. Do your homework and use them wisely. Do not phone or visit casting directors' offices.
Scott Mendelson: Weekend Box Office Review (03/21/10): Alice three-peats, Diary of A Wimpy Kid and The Bounty Hunter ... Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 1:19PMThere was a multitude of new wide and limited releases this weekend, but the top of the box office remained the same, if only for...
Universal: Wizarding World Of Harry Potter To Open Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 9:48AMWizards and witches young and old are anxiously awaiting this Thursday when Universal Studios Orlando will officially announce the official Grand Opening of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and release details on its new ride Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey.
On-demand films coming soon Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 3:54AMHollywood's biggest film studios and the largest U.S. cable systems are joining in a $30 million marketing effort to build consumer awareness of on-demand movie rentals as DVD sales decline.
Make-a-Wish Pancake Breakfast Saturday, March 20, 2010 @ 7:17PMThe annual Make-a-Wish pancake breakfast was Saturday morning at Meridian's Applebee's. Volunteers are working to grant wishes.
'60s pop star, indie icon Alex Chilton dies Saturday, March 20, 2010 @ 4:59PMAlex Chilton, the singer and guitarist who had a No. 1 hit as a gravel-voiced teen with "The Letter" and went on to influence a generation of musicians through his work with Big Star, died Wednesday in New Orleans. He was 59.
Same-day tickets for Universal Studios on sale from Monday Saturday, March 20, 2010 @ 11:41AMSINGAPORE : Starting Monday, Universal Studios Singapore will release tickets that can be bought on the day itself.
Live Talk from March 18: John P. Saboor Saturday, March 20, 2010 @ 10:04AMJohn P. Saboor, senior vice president of special events with World Wrestling Entertainment, talks about Wrestlemania XXVI coming to Glendale and the Valley.
Universal Orlando attendance falls 12% Saturday, March 20, 2010 @ 9:14AMA difficult 2009 ended on a promising note for Universal Orlando. Orlando's No. 2 theme-park resort announced Friday that attendance slipped just 4 percent during the final three months of the year, dropping to 2.3 million from 2.4 million during the final quarter of 2008.
NBC renews 'Days' for another season Saturday, March 20, 2010 @ 7:52AMUNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., March 19 (UPI) -- NBC says it has picked up the hit daytime drama "Days of Our Lives" for its 45th season, keeping the soap opera on the network through the 2010-11 season.
WWE SmackDown Results 3/19/10 Saturday, March 20, 2010 @ 1:13AMRey Mysterio comes to the ring and he has a very serious look on his face. He says that he hasn’t had a moment of peace for the last week. Every time he closes his eyes, he can see his daughter crying.
Universal Studios roller-coasters get pulses racing Wednesday, March 17, 2010 @ 4:06AMADRENALIN junkies are dying to get on the world's tallest pair of duelling roller-coasters - a much hyped-up highlight of the Universal Studios theme park in Resorts World Sentosa (RWS).
Tim Burton's Alice still in US box-office wonderland Wednesday, March 17, 2010 @ 3:29AMDisney's 3D extravaganza is the first 2010 release to cross $200m in North America, as latest MPAA figures show that 20 3D movies accounted for 11% of US box office last year The winner Over the past 13 weeks all the hyperbole in box-office circles has been reserved for Avatar, so it would be remiss not to praise the achievements of Alice in Wonderland. After less than two weeks in release ...
The Green Screen Handbook Brings Reality and Fantasy Together with Cinematic Results Wednesday, March 17, 2010 @ 2:24AMAn amazing wealth of extensive information that combines historical research, practical application, accurate lighting, shooting and set up for the very first time in one book! (PRWeb Mar 17, 2010) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/video/greenscreen/prweb3717964.htm
PGAV Destinations to Assist Delaware North Companies Parks & Resorts with Planning for NASA’s Kennedy Space Center ... Wednesday, March 17, 2010 @ 2:21AMPGAV Destinations, a global leader in the planning and design of unique destinations, is pleased to announce their work with Delaware North Companies Parks & Resorts for future development at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. PGAV is providing planning services as part of Delaware North’s renewed contract at the Center. (PRWeb Mar 17, 2010) Read the full story at http://www ...
Ellen Sterling: ShoWest Day 2: 2009 Was Very Big; 2010 Promises To Be The Same Wednesday, March 17, 2010 @ 2:01AMShoWest's second of four days was a day of celebration, of looking back on 2009. Again, as they did on the first day --...
WIN NANNY MCPHEE AND THE BIG BANG PUBLIC PREMIERE TICKETS plus EXCLUSIVE FILM TOURS with London Film Day Wednesday, March 17, 2010 @ 1:44AMWe are delighted to announce that thanks to the generosity of the Mayor of London, Universal Pictures, Ealing Studios, Merlin Entertainments London Eye and the London Film Museum we have family tickets and exclusive film tours to give away in conjunction with the first ever LONDON FILM DAY.
Hollywood Studios, Cable Systems Tout On-Demand Films (Update1) Wednesday, March 17, 2010 @ 1:03AMMarch 17 (Bloomberg) -- Hollywood’s biggest film studios and the largest U.S. cable systems are joining in a $30 million marketing effort to build consumer awareness of on-demand movie rentals as DVD sales decline.
Studios, cable companies team for VOD promo Wednesday, March 17, 2010 @ 12:15AMNEW YORK (Hollywood Reporter) - A slew of Hollywood studios and cable companies are teaming up for a $30 million advertising campaign to promote movies available on cable VOD.
Studios, Operators Team To Promote Movies On Demand Wednesday, March 17, 2010 @ 12:03AMSeveral cable operators and movie studios are teaming together tolaunch a $30 million marketing and promotion campaign touting thevirtues of movies on demand.
Judging Idol's judges Tuesday, March 16, 2010 @ 11:24PMRandy Jackson. Ellen DeGeneres. Kara DioGuardi. Simon Cowell. As judges, their opinions really matter on American Idol.
Matthew Carlomagno Appointed EMS Technologies' Corporate Director of People and Infrastructure Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 11:57AMATLANTA----EMS Technologies, Inc. announced today the appointment of Matthew Carlomagno as corporate director of People and Infrastructure, reporting to Dr. Neil Mackay, president and CEO.
Cops: Baby abandoned near Universal Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 11:30AMOrlando police say a man left his four-month-old daughter in bushes near Universal Studios to search for her mother. More>>>
Man Charged With Leaving Baby In Stroller Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 11:03AMThe father of a four-month old baby has been charged with neglect after Orlando police say he left his daughter in some bushes near Universal Studios to search for her mother.
Man charged with hiding infant in bushes Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 10:54AMORLANDO -- Orlando police say a man left his four-month-old daughter in bushes near Universal Studios to search for her mother. Charles Gohde is charged with child neglect without great bodily harm. The 29-year-old is accused of leaving his infant...
Cops: Infant Abandoned Near Universal Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 10:38AMOrlando police say a man left his 4-month-old daughter in bushes near Universal Studios to search for her mother.
Man charged after leaving baby at theme park Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 10:24AMThe Associated Press Orlando police say a man left his 4r-month-old daughter in bushes near Universal Studios to search for her mother.
Cops: Father Leaves Baby In Bushes Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 10:23AMORLANDO, Fla. -- Orlando police say a man left his four-month-old daughter in bushes near Universal Studios to search for her mother. Charles Gohde is charged with child neglect without great bodily harm.
Dad accused of abandoning infant near Universal to look for drunk girlfriend Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 9:48AMCharles Gohde, 29, was arrested on child neglect charge, accused of abandoning his 4-month-old daughter in bushes near Universal Studios. A 4-month-old baby girl was abandoned for two hours in bushes near Universal Studios late Saturday night while her drunken father searched for her drunken mother, according to Orlando police.
Police remind visitors to Universal Studios to be vigilant Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 5:41AMSINGAPORE: Police have issued a reminder to visitors of Universal Studios Singapore to be vigilant against criminals who might seize the opportunity to commit crimes.
NEC wins IT services deal with S'pore IR Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 5:13AMResorts World Sentosa, one of two Singapore integrated resorts, awards the Japanese IT vendor a three-year contract for IT operations and support.
DEVELOPMENT UPDATE: MONDAY, MARCH 15 Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 4:46AMUpdates include: Carly Pope reports for "Rough Justice" at NBC; Paul Schneider to exit "Parks & Recreation"; and Xander Berkeley joins The CW's "Nikita."
Just can't get enough of Adam Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 4:00AMAH, ADAM Lambert. Let me count the ways that people love you. There was the queue that began at Bugis Junction last Friday as early as 11pm for your 4pm autograph session last Saturday.
Research and Markets: Singapore's Tourism Industry Experienced a Difficult H1 09 Visitor Arrivals Were down by 11.5 ... Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 4:00AMDUBLIN----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Singapore Tourism Report Q1 2010" report to their offering.
At The Movies: 'Alice In Wonderland' Blows Out Competition In 2nd Weekend, 'Green Zone' Flops Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 3:05AMAfter debuting with a strong #1 last weekend, Tim Burton's "Alice In Wonderland" shot way past new debuts at this weekend's box office including the highly anticipated Matt Damon thriller "Green Zone", the comedy "She's Out of My League," the "Remember Me" romance, and the comedy "Our Family Wedding" ...
Athletics: Multi-platform coverage on tap for 2010 Honda LA Marathon Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 6:55AMLOS ANGELES -- March 12, 2010 -- No matter where in the world you are, you'll be able to see the 2010 Honda LA Marathon presented by K-Swiss and the inaugural running of the new Stadium to the Sea race course.
Beyond the on-off switch -- way beyond: Grand Haven company lights up Grand Rapids movie studio Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 4:49AMJohnny Quirin | North Ottawa WeeklyTom Michele of Kanepi innovations sits by a radio frequency transceiver and Semephore lighting system. . GRAND HAVEN -- Lights. Kanepi. Action. GRAND HAVEN -- When it came to lighting needs, Grand Rapids' new Hangar42,...
Hotels in Sentosa renovate, restructure to reap benefits from IR opening Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 3:08AMSINGAPORE: Hotels in Sentosa are riding on the latest wave to hit the island - the opening of Resorts World Sentosa (RWS).
DEVELOPMENT UPDATE: SATURDAY, MARCH 13 Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 2:26AMUpdates include: Summer Glau reports to NBC's "The Cape"; and Guy Pearce, Evan Rachel Wood and Melissa Leo join Kate Winslet on HBO's "Mildred Pierce."
'Alice' opens with $116.3 million, a 3-D record Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 2:07AMIn this film publicity image released by Disney, Johnny Depp, left, Mia Wasikowska, center, and Anne Hathaway are shown in a scene from the film "Alice in Wonderland."
My pic was used as 'masturbatory prop' in Couples Retreat, ex-model claims Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 1:36AMMelbourne, Mar 13 : A former model has filed a 10 million dollar lawsuit against the makers of hit movie 'Couples Retreat', claiming that her bikini photo was used in a 'sexual and degrading context'.
Singapore bling: Is the city-state ready to party? Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 6:27PMAn island attached to an island attached to an island: that was where I was heading. What concerned me was that I had control over neither my speed nor my direction and was attached only to a piece of string (well, a steel wire), spinning involuntarily to get a full 360-degree view of the gravity of my situation.
Rockford 's Firebird Spotted in Arizona? Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 5:57PMTUCSON, Arizona — Inside Line reader Paul Birmingham (the news director at KNST 790 AM in Tucson) caught this rig steaming westward on the I-10 freeway toward Los Angeles on March 9. The fact that there's someone towing a tan 1974 Pontiac Firebird Esprit through Arizona is no big deal.
Facebook push lands actress 'SNL' gig Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:49PMThe Internet has gotten its way: Betty White will host "Saturday Night Live." NBC said yesterday that the 88-year-old actress will host the show May 8. "SNL" executive producer Lorne Michaels says he can't think of a better way to spend Mother's Day weekend than with White.