Australia Day ‘Knightmare’ as foreign Phil gets PM’s nod
At an Australia Day function in Canberra, Abbott was forced to defend his decision and dismissed the reaction on Twitter as “electronic graffiti.” “I think that in the media, you…
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‘Birdman’ takes big prize, diversity big moment at SAG Awards
And the movie winners included Patricia Arquette, who won for a performance in “Boyhood” that she filmed over 12 yearsand wasn’t afraid to show it. Arquette comes from a long…
Julianne Moore named best actress
She’s also won her second SAG award, taking home her first trophy from the acting union in 2012 for her work as Sarah Palin in Game Change. – Cate Blanchett…
Andy Samberg and Rashida Jones’ SAG speech was 100% “worth a horse’s teat”
SAG Awards: The Hollywood Reporter’s complete coverage You really have to watch it for yourself.
Israeli ambassador: Netanyahu must speak out on Iran while ‘there is still time’
“The Prime Minister’s visit to Washington is intended for one purposeand one purpose only. To speak up while there is still time to speak up. To speak up when there…
Malaysia Airlines website hacked by ‘Cyber Caliphate’
The browser tab also read “ISIS will prevail.” – READ: Malaysia Airlines slashes 6,000 jobs in major restructuring
Sit smarter with yoga
You’ve probably heard that “sitting is the new smoking.” Not only does it lead to aches and pains, edema, varicose veins, sciatica and moreaccording to a new study, too much…
‘Not guilty’ plea in bombing case that spreads halfway around the world
Though ‘Isa was arrested in Edmonton in 2011, where he has been detained ever since, he was extradited to the United States on Friday. And on Saturday, in a federal…
The PDX factor: Portland airport’s carpet inspires microbrews, memes and more
A photo posted by Emma Milkin (@local.catbug) on Jan 2, 2015 at 5:08pm PST “It is definitely an endearing statement of how much (Portlanders) like the pattern,” says Kama Simonds,…
Perfect your slow-cooker wings, drumsticks, breasts and thighs
We’ve seen soups and stews full of dry shredded chicken and braised breasts and thighs that were bland and unappealing. Here is what we’ve learned about getting juicy, flavorful chicken…
McDormand gives funny promotion during SAG Award speech
SAG Awards: Hollywood Reporter’s Live Blog – She closed her speech by noting, “And I’m doing a show down at the Red Cat with the Wooster Group called ‘Early Shaker…
‘Birdman’ takes top SAG Award prize
As the cast assembled on stage to give its thank-yous, it was obvious that only star Michael Keaton had anything prepared, describing acting as “the ultimate team sport” and saying…
Eddie Redmayne wins SAG Award for best actor
“It’s such an extraordinary year,” he began before reeling off the other nominees in the categoryas well as some, like Bradley Cooper (“American Sniper”) and David Oyelowo (“Selma”), who didn’t…
Debbie Reynolds gets SAG life award, daughter Carrie Fisher gets best lines
“Four-and-a-half million (dollars) is allocated just for me,” Fisher joked. – “Thank you, George,” Reynolds said in an acknowledgment of “Star Wars” creator George Lucas.
Arquette, Simmons win SAG Awards for supporting performers
J.K. Simmons, a familiar face if not necessarily a familiar name, won best supporting actor for his performance in “Whiplash.” – SAG Awards list of winners
Backstage at a traveling circus
Peels’ fascination with the circus began as a child. Her father traveled Europe as a one-man show, “Theatro Picollini,” performing at hospitals and amusement parks. At 6 years old, Peels…
‘Orange,’ Aduba, Macy win SAG Awards
The award was accepted by star Uzo Aduba, who earlier had won her own Actor (the SAG Award trophy) for female actor in a comedy. – The 21st Annual Screen…
SAG Awards 2015: Winners List
Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading RoleJennifer Aniston – “Cake”Felicity Jones – “The Theory of Everything”Julianne Moore – “Still Alice”Rosamund Pike – “Gone Girl”Reese Witherspoon – “Wild”Outstanding…
Close encounter with distant Pluto getting under way
Up until now, the best images of Pluto have been a few pixels shot by the Hubble Space Telescope. The images, released in 2010, took four years and 20 computers…
When politics and beauty pageants collide: A ‘diplomatic’ dance
The incident came to mind last weekend when a photo on Instagram of the current Miss Israel and Miss Lebanon together stirred controversy online anew, Miss Universe Organization President Paula…
NY police: Shoppers in crowded Home Depot store forced to flee murder-suicide
The shooter, a 31-year-old male worker at the store, was not scheduled to work when he came in, Ryan said. The shooter was pronounced dead at the scene from a…
Add this to Greece’s list of problems: It’s an emerging hub for terrorists
Greece has become an unwitting crossroadsboth for jihadists trying to reach Iraq and Syria from Europe, and for fighters returning home from the Middle East. Greece’s long land and maritime…
Debbie Reynolds reveals another family connection to ‘Star Wars’
Read more SAG Awards: Debbie Reynolds to Receive Lifetime Achievement Honor What was your reaction when you learned you’d been chosen to receive SAG’s Life Achievement Award? Ken Howard called…
11 of the world’s coolest themed runs
Though the United States seems to have the biggest taste for wacky races, there are other global options worth checking out. Here are 11 of the coolest themed races in…
Hoax caller connected to British prime minister
“In the first instance, a call was made to GCHQ which resulted in the disclosure of a mobile phone number for the Director. The mobile number provided is never used…
Sepp Blatter tells UEFA to ‘put up or shut up’ in battle for top job
“I have to say I have not finished my mission because it’s a mission to be in football. We have started in 2011 with the reform process. The reform process…
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How to call a snow day for the kids
Forecasters are anticipating a major storm this week in the Northeast, and many schools are likely to be closed. And, if you are a parent like me, you have got…
Mars Exploration Fast Facts
55 percent of NASA missions to Mars have ended in failure. The only other country to land a spacecraft on Mars was the Soviet Union in 1971 and 1973. The…
Charles Taylor Fast Facts
Birth place: Arthington, Liberia Birth name: Charles Ghankay Taylor Father: Nelson Taylor, judge Mother: Zoe Taylor Marriages: Victoria Addison-Taylor (unknown-present); Jewel (Howard) Taylor (1997-2006, divorce) Children: with Victoria Addison-Taylor: three…