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$338M Powerball win shows odds stacked against kids who need child supportNew Jersey Powerball winner Pedro Quezada owes $29,000 in child support. Though winning the lottery is a statistical rarity at 1 in 75 million, being a parent with child support back dues is not. 聽In 2011, 12 percent of Americans were owed child support and did not receive it.聽
'From Up on Poppy Hill,' an animated film by Miyazaki's son Goro, is a must-see'From Up on Poppy Hill,' which follows the romance between a lonely teenager and her dashing classmate, is the exception in an industry where family entertainment is often bland.
'Renoir' explores the final chapter in the life of the ImpressionistThe central romance is sketchy, but the cinematography makes 'Renoir' beautiful to look at.
Taylor Swift on 'New Girl': The singer will guest star on the sitcom's season finaleTaylor Swift will appear on 'New Girl,' which stars actress Zooey Deschanel as a woman who lives with three male roommates. Taylor Swift will visit 'New Girl' on May 14.
Richard Griffiths dies: Daniel Radcliffe leads tribute to the veteran actorRichard Griffiths, who portrayed Uncle Vernon in the Harry Potter series, has died.聽Daniel Radcliffe, who played the boy wizard and performed with Griffiths in the stage play 'Equus,' said the veteran performer had encouraged and coached him and helped him get over his nerves.
American Idol: The last three boys sink to the bottomOn American Idol聽Thursday night, the votes were in and the three boys remaining found themselves in the bottom. Has Lazaro managed to avoid elimination again?
Top Picks: The return of The Postal Service, a revamped SimCity, and moreExperience an Appalachian hike from your computer, PBS airs the powerful story of a group of Czech Jews imprisoned during World War II who performed one of the most ambitious choral works ever written, and more top picks.
Cheesecake-swirled carrot cakeA cheesecake swirl takes this classic carrot cake to the next level. Make this cake to serve after Easter dinner, and forget about those baskets full of candy.
15 Easter recipes This recipe collection from Stir It Up! has it all, whether you're preparing Easter dinner for a dozen, planning a special meal for two, or just looking for some fresh recipe ideas this season.
Leek and brie bread puddingSpring is the season for brunch. Try this sophisticated, savory bread pudding for an Easter brunch, a graduation party, a wedding shower, or your next family get-together.
Gordon Stoker dies: Leaves legacy as Elvis backup singerGordon Stoker dies: He sang with the Jordinaires, a backup group for Elvis Presley on 'Hound Dog," "It's Now or Never," and "Are You Lonesome Tonight?" Gordon Stoker also sang with Patsy Cline on "Crazy."
Dorothy Hamill: What she says about her 'Dancing with the Stars' departureDorothy Hamill announced on Tuesday's episode of 'Dancing with the Stars' that she would be leaving the show due to an injury. Dorothy Hamill said in an interview, 'I'm really feeling a huge loss and sadness.'
American Idol: Is Angie Miller in trouble?American Idol recap: On Wednesday night, the final eight American Idol contestants took on Motown and one beloved contestant got her first real dose of criticism.
Victoria鈥檚 Secret 鈥楤right Young Things鈥� ads make parents ask: Just how young?Victoria鈥檚 Secret is pushing spring break panties in its 鈥楤right Young Things鈥� ad campaign. A Houston minister and lot of parents are asking how appropriate聽panties emblazoned with 鈥淲ild鈥� is for girls of any age.
Fay Kanin dies but leaves screenwriting legacyFay Kanin dies: She was a former president of Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Fay Kanin also won two screenwriting Emmys and an Emmy as producer of the 1979 TV special 'Friendly Fire.'- Verbal EnergyIn order to omit needless words and cut deadwoodWherein the Monitor鈥檚 language columnist vents a bit on redundancies she loves to hate, but also warns wordsmiths against turning into 'search-and-replace' editors.
Italian white bean sausage and kale stewDon't let this simple stew recipe fool you, the result is more than the sum of its parts. The key is using a high quality Italian sausage, the spices are crucial for a great flavor.聽
Kanye West: Is 'I Am God' his next album title?Kanye West was reported to be considering 'I Am God' as the title for his new album, but is that really the artist's plan? Some sources say the phrase 'I Am A God' is actually the title of one of Kanye West's new songs.
Cinderella fairy godmother, Victoria Clark, on how to mom-up and 鈥榣et go鈥�Victoria Clark 鈥� who plays the fairy godmother in the Broadway production of Cinderella 鈥� had to 鈥榣earn to fly鈥� despite a fear of heights. She did it to mom-up: as a life lesson for her son who is about to leave home.
New views of the Arab SpringIssues of change and how citizens shape their societies are inspiring works from artists in the Middle East and beyond.
