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Beyonce among 178 invited to join film academy

AP – 2 hrs 33 mins ago

LOS ANGELES – Beyonce Knowles, Russell Brand, David Duchovny and "King's Speech" director Tom Hooper have been invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Full Story »

  • Scotland's Queen's Gallery highlights Northern Renaissance

    Reuters – Fri Jun 17, 4:06 pm ET  
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    EDINBURGH (Reuters) - The Queen's Gallery in Edinburgh has opened a stunning display of Northern Renaissance art from the royal collection, ranging through Durer and Holbein, and coinciding with the festival season in the Scottish capital which attracts visitors from around the world. Full Story »

  • Garth Brooks and Billy Joel Share the Spotlight at 42nd Songwriters Hall of Fame Celebration

    Fashion Wire Daily – Fri Jun 17, 2:39 pm ET  
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    New York - The Songwriters Hall of Fame celebrated its 42nd Anniversary Induction at the award ceremony held on Thursday night, June 16, in New York. It was a show of support by musical artists, and fellow songwriters alike, as those that came out, whether to perform or receive awards, all showed a special appreciation for the craft. Full Story »

  • 'Green Lantern' is for Comic Book Fans Only

    ContributorNetwork – Fri Jun 17, 1:54 pm ET  

    COMMENTARY | "Green Lantern" is the latest superhero story to hit the big screen following the spring adventures of "Thor" and the summer spectacular that was "X-Men: The First Class." "Green Lantern" however, is the first of these superhero flicks to feature a big star as the big hero. Ryan Reynolds, long on the road to superstar status, plays the heroic Green Lantern and while the casting is alright there was little any star could have done to improve the rather limp story. Full Story »

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