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7/17/08

Posted 7/17/08 at 6:00 PM

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Heath Ledger Posthumous Oscar Watch: Terry Gilliam Cries FoulHeath Ledger Posthumous Oscar Watch: Terry Gilliam Cries Foul

Soon the Heath Ledger Oscar campaign will become as tacky as our new logo.

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Posted 7/17/08 at 5:45 PM

News Reel

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The ‘Mamma Mia!’ Cast Disagrees on Just How Comfy Colin Firth Was in Those OutfitsThe ‘Mamma Mia!’ Cast Disagrees on Just How Comfy Colin Firth Was in Those Outfits

'Actors basically are drag queens.'

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Posted 7/17/08 at 5:30 PM

Apropos of Nothing

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Jay Leno ‘Definitely Done’ With NBC, Even If They Buy Him a PonyJay Leno ‘Definitely Done’ With NBC, Even If They Buy Him a Pony

Even though NBC says discussions are ongoing, Leno says he's done with the network.

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Introducing the new Audi Q5: Performance, luxury and functionality meet unmistakable design. With features like piercing LED lighting, a distinctive front grille and quattro® all-wheel drive, you no longer have to compromise when it comes to crossovers.

Posted 7/17/08 at 5:15 PM

News Reel

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At Christie’s, Bidders Compete to Own James Brown’s ‘Sex Machine’ BeltAt Christie’s, Bidders Compete to Own James Brown’s ‘Sex Machine’ Belt

Paul Shaffer and a hundred other bidders overpay for the hardest-working memorabilia in the memorabilia business.

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Posted 7/17/08 at 4:30 PM

Apropos of Nothing

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‘Chinese Democracy’ to Be Four Albums, Claims Now-Fired Video-Game Spokesman‘Chinese Democracy’ to Be Four Albums, Claims Now-Fired Video-Game Spokesman

A publicist for Rock Band 2 says, off the record, that 'Democracy' is coming in September in four volumes.

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Posted 7/17/08 at 4:00 PM

Last Night's Gig

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Stand-up Act Proves Ricky Gervais Irritating in Real LifeStand-up Act Proves Ricky Gervais Irritating in Real Life

Last night he displayed some of the unsettling characteristics of David Brent.

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Posted 7/17/08 at 3:30 PM

Art Candy

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Photographer Edith Maybin’s Daughter Primps Up, Hose DownPhotographer Edith Maybin’s Daughter Primps Up, Hose Down

Maybin presents her 21st-century daughter in compelling Victorian settings.

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Posted 7/17/08 at 3:00 PM

Last Night's Gig

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Billy Joel’s Epic Shea Concert Moves Us to TearsBilly Joel’s Epic Shea Concert Moves Us to Tears

We freely admit to the cheesiness of our soul. We loved every second of last night’s show.

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Posted 7/17/08 at 2:30 PM

Tube Junkie

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New Girl Talk Album Spawns Crazily Ambitious YouTube Mash-Up ProjectNew Girl Talk Album Spawns Crazily Ambitious YouTube Mash-Up Project

Some guy is making videos for every track on the album by editing together clips of all their component mashed-up songs.

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Posted 7/17/08 at 1:45 PM

Chat Room

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Cut Chemist on ‘Juno,’ DJ Shadow, and Spinning in the Ladies’ RoomCut Chemist on ‘Juno,’ DJ Shadow, and Spinning in the Ladies’ Room

People are like, 'Oh the guy in 'Juno,' the chemistry teacher.' It's like, 'Oh yeah? He's also done a little bit of music too. Go check it out.'

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The new, unmistakable Audi Q5

Introducing the new Audi Q5: Performance, luxury and functionality meet unmistakable design. With features like piercing LED lighting, a distinctive front grille and quattro® all-wheel drive, you no longer have to compromise when it comes to crossovers.

Posted 7/17/08 at 1:00 PM

Quote Machine

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Val Kilmer’s Non-Funny Hair Makes Him All Wrong to Play David Lee RothVal Kilmer’s Non-Funny Hair Makes Him All Wrong to Play David Lee Roth

Plus: Michael Ian Black on his work in 'Kids in the Hall.'

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Posted 7/17/08 at 12:30 PM

Apropos of Nothing

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Kanye West Responds to Ghost-Blogging ChargesKanye West Responds to Ghost-Blogging Charges

Is Kanye really writing ten posts a day? Yes, according to Kanye.

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Posted 7/17/08 at 11:45 AM

Trailer Mix

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‘Terminator Salvation’ Trailer: Why Is John Connor Dressed Like Chris Martin?‘Terminator Salvation’ Trailer: Why Is John Connor Dressed Like Chris Martin?

Could the machines simply be trying to rid the world of dopey piano balladry?

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Posted 7/17/08 at 11:15 AM

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Did Katherine Heigl’s Crappy Attitude Rob ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ of an Emmy Nomination?Did Katherine Heigl’s Crappy Attitude Rob ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ of an Emmy Nomination?

Should 'Grey's Anatomy' have been nominated for Outstanding Drama Series?

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Posted 7/17/08 at 10:45 AM

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Jerry Seinfeld Practically the Only Guest Actor on ‘30 Rock’ Not Nominated for an EmmyJerry Seinfeld Practically the Only Guest Actor on ‘30 Rock’ Not Nominated for an Emmy

There was great news this morning for every guest actor on '30 Rock' except for one.

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Posted 7/17/08 at 10:15 AM

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‘I’m Fucking Matt Damon’ Now a Bittersweet Emmy Nominee‘I’m Fucking Matt Damon’ Now a Bittersweet Emmy Nominee

Nominated in the same category that "Dick in a Box" won last year.

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Posted 7/17/08 at 9:45 AM

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The Emmys Wimp OutThe Emmys Wimp Out

Breaking down the divergent Emmy fortunes of 'Mad Men' and 'The Wire.'

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Posted 7/17/08 at 9:00 AM

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Emmy Nominations Announced!Emmy Nominations Announced!

See our constantly updated list of nominees.

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Posted 7/17/08 at 8:30 AM

The Industry

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The Many Faces of Will FerrellThe Many Faces of Will Ferrell

Plus: 'West Side Story' returns to Broadway, in English and Spanish.

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