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- Deke Richards dies, Richards wrote classics for Jackson 5, Diana RossDeke Richards, whose real name was Dennis Lussier, along with Motown founder Berry Gordy, Alphonzo Mizell and Freddie Perren comprised 'The Corporation,' the label's in-house producers and writers in the 1960s and 1970s.
Kellie Pickler: 'DWTS' jazz routine performance well receivedKellie Pickler 'DWTS':聽Kellie Pickler and her partner Derek Hough on 'DWTS' ended up second in overall scoring after she and Hough performed a jazz number set to Ellie Goulding's 'Lights.' Kellie Pickler had initially expressed trepidation about appearing on 'DWTS' but has done well so far in the competition.
New Zealand mom vs. Norway mom: Who leaves a child unattended?A New Zealand mom left her child in the car while she shopped, but left a note on the baby to call her if things went bad. While some Scandinavian countries do leave their children outside (in frigid temps, too!), they still keep an eye on them. But this baby was left with only a note.聽- Crystal Bowersox: Broadway debut for American Idol contestantCrystal Bowersox: Broadway debut will be in the musical 'Always ... Patsy Cline." Crystal Bowersox, a former American Idol contestant, will play the country singer in a musical expected to open in August on Broadway.
- Will Smith on 'Django Unchained': He explains why he turned down Jamie Foxx's roleWill Smith discussed 'Django Unchained' during a recent interview and why he decided against appearing in the film. Will Smith was rumored to be considering taking on the role in 'Django Unchained' that would eventually go to Foxx.
Sexting, parental monitoring, laissez-faire content approach: Aussie teens sound offA panel of Australian teens at the World Congress on Family Law & Children's Rights sunk their teeth into the meatiest of Internet and mobile use topics 鈥� sexting, how they (don't) interact with聽inappropriate聽content, and how parents should go about monitoring their kids' digital activities.聽
Butternut squash and crispy sage savory tartBeing single in New York City can be a real drag. But that doesn't mean you can't treat yourself to a delicious home cooked meal with this butternut squash tart.
'Revolution' recap: What will that character's death mean for the show?'Revolution' returned from hiatus with a new episode which saw viewers bidding goodbye to a central character. 'Revolution' airs on NBC.
Dionne Warwick bankruptcy: Singer has $10.7 million in debtDionne Warwick bankruptcy: Dionne Warwick says her bankruptcy is due to tax liabilities and financial mismanagement.- Deke Richard dies, leaves legacy of 'Jackson 5' songsDeke Richards dies: The Motown producer-songwriter produced hits for the Jackson 5 and Diana Ross. Deke Richards also wrote songs for Martha Reeves & the Vandelllas.聽
Oscars schedule announced: Awards dodge Olympics broadcastThe Oscars, the SAG awards, and several other awards shows announced their 2014 and 2015 schedules, which were tweaked to avoid conflicting with the next Winter Games.
James Franco: What hasn't he done?James Franco is starring in two popular movies currently in theaters ('Oz the Great and Powerful' and 'Spring Breakers'), but those achievements are just the latest on a very long r茅sum茅. How many items would Franco have checked off if he had a bucket list?
My Chemical Romance disbands after decade-plusMy Chemical Romance announced Saturday that 'it has come time for it to end.' My Chemical Romance thanked fans in a statement and said the experience was 'a true blessing.'
$338 million ticket: When parents buy and lose, their kids do tooA $338 million ticket was sold in New Jersey to someone who is probably celebrating. But within the families of losing ticket holders, a familiar sense of loss is settling in.
A sweet treat for Passover: Matzoh crackA new spin on this dangerously delicious Passover dessert with white chocolate and spicy rose sugar. Recipe and variations below.
'The Punk Syndrome' co-director and cast discuss their SXSW-winning documentaryCo-director J-P Passi and two members of Pertti Kurikka鈥檚 Name Day, the band featured in 'Punk,' talk about how their movie got started and the niche the band members feel they've found.
Ted Danson's daughter Kate will appear on a 'CSI' episodeTed Danson's daughter Kate will star as a lawyer on an April 3 episode, the actress said. According to one report, Ted Danson's daughter will encounter the 'CSI' team after the group finds a serial killer.
Phil Spector: Al Pacino discusses playing the controversial music producerActor Al Pacino will portray music producer Phil Spector in an HBO film. 'Phil Spector' is written and directed by David Mamet.
Tilda Swinton: Glass box nap performance at MOMATilda Swinton glass box:聽A musem spokeswoman says the 'Moonrise Kingdom' star presented her one-person piece called 'The Maybe' on Saturday.
Slow flower farmingWhen a Dutch family immigrated to North Carolina just before World War II, they started a bulb and cut flower farm, Terra Ceia, that still endures today, practicing the joys of slow flower growing.
