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James Gandolfini remembered for setting new standard on 'The Sopranos'James Gandolfini wasn't a well-known actor when he got the role of Tony Soprano in the HBO drama. But Gandolfini made it his own and the series took flight.
Instagram video: Parents need not change their approach with the new featureInstagram now has video (15 seconds compared to Vine's six). Parents need not develop a new approach to Instagram's new video feature, though, and ConnectSafely's guide to Instagram still holds up.聽- Verbal EnergyShooting our mouths off, as well as our gunsAfter yet another mass shooting, the Monitor's language columnist considers the role of gun metaphors in ordinary conversation.
- Top Picks: Clairy Browne & The Bangin' Rackettes' debut album, Frying Pan News' poetry initiative, and moreBobby McFerrin records an album of African-American spirituals, StarMap 3D identifies constellations, and more.
Kate Middleton: 10 royal baby facts After two years of marriage Prince William and Kate Middleton are expecting their first child. What can the world expect with the untraditional couple's parenting style?
Winners announced for 'Kids' State Dinner'Michelle Obama and Epicurious have announced the 54 recipe winners representing each US state and territory. The children will join the first lady for a healthy lunch and a tour of the White House kitchen garden.
The Summer Solstice is tomorrow. Celebrate with these themed cupcakesSummer solstice is tomorrow, June 21, and that means you have 24 hours to plan a summer solstice meal. For desert, we recommend these summer solstice cupcakes.
Paula Deen lawsuit: How often does she use the 'N' word?Paula Deen lawsuit: A former Paula Deen employee has filed a lawsuit saying she worked in a hostile environment rife with innuendo and racial slurs. Asked if she ever used the 'N' word, Paula Deen said "Of course."
'World War Z' star Brad Pitt discusses the zombie drama's long journey to the screenBrad Pitt wanted 'World War Z' to be a thought-provoking action movie with questions about our world today, he says. 'World War Z' opens June 21.
Summer activities for kids: Nix the planner, it's time to play pretendThink you need to schedule activity after activity to enrich your child's summer? Think again. Free time and even being bored can stimulate your child's imagination.聽
Shailene Woodley is cut from 'The Amazing Spider-Man 2'Shailene Woodley signed on to play Mary Jane Watson in 'The Amazing Spider-Man 2,' but the character has been moved to the third film. Will Shailene Woodley's role be recast?
Twins rubber bands video: Two babies have the best time everTwins rubber bands: This video will go down in Internet history as the cutest video to go viral since the last cutest video. Sure, we may forget all about the twins and their rubber bands by tomorrow, but lets enjoy it today.聽- Danielle Bradbery: How her mentor describes herDanielle Bradbery is the youngest winner of 'The Voice.' What do Blake Shelton and Adam Levine say about Danielle Bradbery?
Joe Torre's daughter catches falling babyJoe Torre: Daughter of the ex-manager of Yankees caught a baby as it tumbled off a second-floor fire escape in New York City.
James Gandolfini helped bring sophisticated storytelling to small screenJames Gandolfini won three Emmy Awards for the role of Tony Soprano in the HBO series 'The Sopranos.' His mobster character paved the way for other flawed anti-heros on television. Fellow actors and celebrities remembered James Gandolfini fondly following his death in Italy on Wednesday.聽
'Sopranos' star James Gandolfini challenged mobster stereotypeThe actor who played Tony Soprano was remembered for his talent and his respect for others by HBO, the channel which aired the hit series 'The Sopranos,' in a statement released Wednesday. Gandolfini had a varied career from Broadway to television and film.- Selma Blair leaves the Charlie Sheen comedy 'Anger Management'Selma Blair is leaving the show as it's about halfway through its 90-episode order from FX. Selma Blair played a therapist and co-worker of Sheen's character.
Watermelon Oreos sound weird? Try Oreo Rolo magic cookie bars.Watermelon Oreos won't work for this recipe! Oreos, Rolos, and coconut combine to make a decadent twist on the traditional layered magic bars.聽
Slim Whitman, a country singer, had a distinctive high-pitched yodelSlim Whitman sold millions of records through TV ads in the 1980s and 1990s and encouraged a young Elvis Presley. Slim Whitman died recently at age 90.
Starbucks to display drink calories and it might shock you awakeStarbucks will begin displaying the amount of calories in its drinks on menu boards across the country starting next week. A caramel Frappuccino? 300 calories, and that's just the small size.聽
