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The highs and lows of this year's Emmys

Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010

The Emmy Awards show, which aired Sunday and lasted three hours as planned, started off strong but lost steam about halfway through. Read story.

The evolution of social networking

Thursday, Aug. 26, 2010

First there was Friendster. Then MySpace. Then came Facebook, Twitter and Foursquare. Read story.

The 'Hangover' hangover: 'Other Guys' tries to equal cult status

Thursday, Aug. 19, 2010

It's safe to say no one expected "The Hangover" to be as popular as it was. Read story.

Will Hollywood ruin another popular book?

Thursday, Aug. 12, 2010

By Sydney Smith 'Eat, Pray, Love" comes out in theaters Friday. Read story.

Can Kanye make a comeback?

Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010

Is it OK to like Kanye West again? It's time to come up with an answer for that question. It's been almost a year since Kanye's big I'll-let-you-finish-later moment at MTV's Video Music Awards. Read story.

For better or for worse, 'Jersey Shore' is back

Thursday, July 29, 2010

Last week, I watched all nine 40-minute episodes of "The Jersey Shore's" first season (all episodes are free on MTV's website). Season 2 starts up tonight, and Season 3 has already been ordered. Read story.

Let the 'Mad'-ness begin

Thursday, July 22, 2010

After what feels like a very long eight or nine months, "Mad Men" is back on the air Sunday at 10 p.m. for its fourth season. Read story.

Catching up with this year's Emmy nominations

Thursday, July 15, 2010

Emmy nominations were announced last week. While the Oscars is my preferred awards show, I am so pumped to see a bunch of my favorite series get nominations that I might tune in. And with the telecast being Aug. 29, there's time to catch any unseen shows and pick favorites. Read story.

OK, I give ... 'Glee' is actually pretty good

Thursday, July 8, 2010

I never thought I'd say (or write) this, but I am officially a fan of the TV show "Glee." Read story.

'Fire' is the real reason to visit a theater this summer

Thursday, July 1, 2010

'The Girl Who Played with Fire" film has its U.S. release tomorrow. I'm dying to see it. Read story.

MJ still rocks our world

Thursday, June 24, 2010

The King of Pop died a year ago this week. Read story.

What's old is new again

Thursday, June 17, 2010

Last weekend, two '80s remakes came out in movie theaters: "The A-Team" and "The Karate Kid." I had the chance to see one of them, and I was expecting the worst. But maybe setting my expectations (very) low was the way to go. Read story.

'True Blood'

Juicy, addicting show ready to sink its teeth into audiences for 3rd season

Thursday, June 10, 2010

Juicy, addicting show ready to sink its teeth into audiences for 3rd season Read story.

Internet sensation Greyson Chance could be the next big thing

Thursday, June 3, 2010

To be the next big YouTube splash, have some natural talent, and then add one part Justin Bieber and one part Lady Gaga. Read story.

Sometimes, you can have too much 'Sex'

Thursday, May 27, 2010

The second "Sex and the City" movie comes out this week, and I hope it's the last. Read story.

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Phish not the only highlight of fall lineup

Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010

After a almost half a decade, loyal Phish-heads who've had to cope with symptoms of withdrawal after the group went on hiatus, will be rewarded for their devotion with the ... Read story.

BBQ and Bluegrass Festival makes for the ultimate Sunday funday

Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010

Summer is ending, yet no one wants to admit it. So put on your party pants Sunday afternoon for Boone Hall's annual BBQ and Bluegrass Festival. It'll take your mind ... Read story.