Lou Filippo, World Boxing Hall of Famer who appeared in 'Rocky' movies, dies at 83November 5th, 2009 Boxing Hall of Famer Lou Filippo dies at 83LOS ANGELES — Lou Filippo, a World Boxing Hall of Famer who judged 85 world champion fights and had small roles in the "Rocky" movies, has died. He was 83. Hall of Fame Treasurer Josie Mejia (JOH'-see me-HEE'-yuh) says Filippo suffered a stroke and died Monday at a hospital in the Los Angeles suburb of Downey, where he lived.
More than just a catchy tune: Rocky Top actually exists in Great Smoky Mountains National ParkOctober 29th, 2009 more images
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Grateful Dead Land Empire State Building HonourOctober 18th, 2009 New York's Empire State Building is to be lit 'tie-dye' on Monday night (19Oct09) to honour the GRATEFUL DEAD. The colour scheme will represent the group’s iconic imagery and psychedelic influences.
Judge: Report on Jackson kids says they're 'doing wonderfully' with their grandmother guardianOctober 2nd, 2009 Judge: Jackson kids 'doing wonderfully'LOS ANGELES — A judge says he's pleased with how Michael Jackson's children are adjusting to being in their grandmother's care. Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Mitchell Beckloff says he received a report and is "very pleased" with its contents.
Judge Denies Woman Contesting Jackson's WillSeptember 23rd, 2009 A woman trying to contest MICHAEL JACKSON's will has had her attempt turned down by a U.S. judge. Charlaine Buie maintains she had a relationship with the late singer and appeared in Los Angeles Superior Court Judge on Tuesday (22Sep09) to object to Jackson's will, reports RadarOnline.com.
Kolkata Fashion Week 2: Pictures and InterviewsSeptember 10th, 2009 Taragana has given Kolkata Fashion Week II the most comprehensive coverage possible! Tens of pictures from notable designers like
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Rocky CarrollSeptember 1st, 2009
more imagesRocky Carroll stops for lunch at a local restaurant while out shopping in Hollywood.Los Angeles, California - 01.09.09Mandatory Credit: (IANS-WENN)
Dj Am Found DeadAugust 29th, 2009
more imagesA woman appears to be very upset as she is guided away from the New York City apartment where Adam 'DJ AM' Goldstein was found dead.
Video shows 'MJ not dead'August 26th, 2009 MELBOURNE - Conspiracy theorists have claimed that Michael Jackson is not dead after reportedly getting access to an alleged video of the King of Pop. The video shows a man, allegedly MJ, jumping out of a coroner's van after his death.
Paula Abdul to host 'VH1 Divas' Sept. 17 concert special; Sparks, Clarkson in lineupAugust 26th, 2009 Abdul to host 'VH1 Divas' Sept. 17 concert specialLOS ANGELES — Paula Abdul will see familiar faces when she hosts the "VH1 Divas" concert — former "American Idol" winners Kelly Clarkson and Jordin Sparks are among the singers.
Judge: Paris Hilton does not owe full $8.3 million sought by investors suing over movie flopAugust 19th, 2009 Judge: Paris Hilton doesn't owe full $8M for flopMIAMI — Paris Hilton's movie "Pledge This!" was a colossal flop, but a Miami judge says she won't have to pay more than $8 million because of it. A lawsuit by investors in the film sought that amount, blaming the 2006 movie's poor showing on Hilton's failure to promote the film.
Paula Abdul receiving "many wonderful" job offersAugust 8th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Pop singer Paula Abdul, who has just stepped down from her role as an 'American Idol' co-judge, has revealed that she has been receiving "many wonderful" job offers. Abdul, 47, who announced on August 4 that she was leaving the show after eight seasons, is not worried about the fact that she is currently out of a job.
Paula Abdul optimistic contract will be renewed to allow return as 'American Idol' judgeJuly 7th, 2009 Abdul feels optimistic about returning to 'Idol'ATLANTA — Paula Abdul said Monday she has been invited to remain as an "American Idol" judge and that she's optimistic that she'll be able to negotiate a new contract. "I've been invited to stay the duration of the show, however long it lasts," said Abdul, whose contract hasn't been renewed since it expired after the show's eighth season.
Judge blocks US publication of book billed as sequel to classic 'Catcher in the Rye'July 1st, 2009 Judge blocks publication of Salinger spinoff bookNEW YORK — A federal judge has ruled that a Swedish author cannot publish in the United States a book he wrote that was advertised as a sequel to J.D. Salinger's "The Catcher In The Rye."
Judge Deborah Batts issued her ruling Wednesday after hearing arguments in a lawsuit brought by the 90-year-old Salinger against the publishers of "60 Years Later: Coming Through the Rye."
The book was scheduled to be published in the United States this summer.
Presiding judge says she's troubled by similarities between 'Catcher in the Rye' and new bookJune 17th, 2009 NY judge weighs JD Salinger disputeNEW YORK — A U.S. judge says she's troubled by substantial similarities between J.D.