Celebrity News

• Majestic new Brooklyn theater to feature Diana Ross

  

  Brooklyn has a new majestic performing arts theater that kicks off with a grand opening concert by Diana Ross.

• Seth Rogen responds to 'American Sniper' comments

  

  Seth Rogen responded to the outrage incited by a series of tweets he wrote regarding the film "American Sniper" in a statement issued exclusively to the Associated Press on Thursday, saying it wasn't his intent to offend anyone or to say anything...

• "Saved by the Bell" actor pleads not guilty in bar fight

  

  The actor who played Screech in the 1990s TV show "Saved by the Bell" has pleaded not guilty to charges resulting from a bar fight in southeastern Wisconsin.

• TV son says painful to watch Bill Cosby face allegations

  

  Malcolm-Jamal Warner says it's difficult to see Bill Cosby face allegations of sexual assault.

• New Kids on the Block: New boy bands can learn from us

  

  New Kids on the Block are ready to take new boy bands on the block to school.

Movies

• "The Interview" digital grosses up to $40 million

  

  Digital sales for "The Interview" are up to $40 million, putting the Sony Pictures release on track to eclipse "Bridesmaids" as the biggest online release ever.

• AP Exclusive: Academy president responds to Oscar firestorm

  

  Responding for the first time to the firestorm of criticism over the lack of diversity in this year's Oscar nominations, film academy president Cheryl Boone Isaacs says the all-white acting slate inspires her to accelerate the academy's push to be...

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• List of 87th annual Academy Award nominations

  

  Complete list of 87th annual Academy Award nominations announced Thursday:

• James Cameron says "Avatar" sequel delayed until late 2017

  

  Director James Cameron said Wednesday that writing three "Avatar" sequels is such a complex job he's delaying the first new film a year and it will now be released in late 2017.

• "Taken 3" topples "Hobbit" reign at box office

  

  After three weeks atop the box office, "The Hobbit" has been taken down by Liam Neeson.

Television

• CNN's Anderson Cooper says he was mistaken on Muslim zones

  

  CNN has joined Fox News Channel in saying that it was mistaken to report in the wake of an attack on the French newspaper Charlie Hebdo that there were neighborhoods in Europe considered "no go" zones for non-Muslims.

• TV networks make unequal progress toward on-screen diversity

  

  Kenya Barris, creator of ABC's "black-ish," was motivated to write the comedy about an African-American family's efforts to honor its heritage in part by the unreality of what he grew up watching on television.

• Amazon to produce, acquire original movies

  

  Amazon is getting into the movie business.

• "American Idol" talks of working with "Empire"

  

  "American Idol" producers have talked about a cross-promotion with "Empire," Fox's hot new series about a music industry family, perhaps getting some of the contestants on the scripted show, producers said Saturday.

• NFL, CBS extend Thursday night football

  

  Thursday night games were such a success this season for CBS that the network had extended its deal with the NFL through the 2015 season.

Home entertainment

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• Children's TV activist Peggy Charren dies at 86

  Peggy Charren, the founder of Action for Children's Television who waged a decades-long fight to improve the quality of children's programming has died. She was 86.

• MARK HUGHES COBB: A pork pie is something to hang your hat on

  Anyone who’s seen my hair probably gets why I don’t care for hats: They won’t fit comfortably atop my evil twin. Honestly, my hair is more popular than me, which probably isn’t saying much. Maggie at the Bama asked my hair...

• Flavor Flav pleads not guilty to charges in NY traffic stop

  

  Flavor Flav has pleaded not guilty to an indictment related to a New York traffic stop while driving to his mother's funeral a year ago.

• Family of man killed in Tracy Morgan crash settles

  

  The family of a comedian killed in the New Jersey Turnpike crash that seriously injured Tracy Morgan last summer has settled a wrongful death claim with Wal-Mart, an attorney representing the family said.

• Pharrell: 'Live Earth' concert to press for climate action

  

  Pharrell Williams says he'll have all of humanity singing together at a worldwide concert June 18 to fight global warming.

Food

• You know the scent, now learn to love the flavor of roses

  

  When it comes to romance, there can be no better floral answer than the rose. The bold red petals entice the eyes from across the room, while that intoxicating fragrance draws you closer... closer... just a little closer until you find yourself...

• Think roasted rack of lamb is too fancy? Wrong! It's easy

  

  Want to wow your sweetie on Valentine's Day? One of the ways I spell romance is with a roasted rack of lamb for two. Most of us never get to enjoy this wonderful dish outside fine restaurants, but there's no reason not to make it at home. In fact,...

• Think beer, German wines when pairing with Chinese takeout

  

  What wine pairs best with Chinese takeout? Short answer: beer.

• Tarragon gives chicken a heady aroma

  

  Fresh herbs, poultry and a little vermouth are all you need for this simple French dish that is full of flavor.

• It’s time for some healthy eating

  

  How are those New Year’s resolutions working out for you?

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