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American Idol: Viewers disagree with judges' picks for top five girlsAmerican Idol recap: On Wednesday night, the final 10 females faced the sudden death round. But the American Idol judges' final decisions may shock you.
Dale Robertson leaves legacy of classic Western TV showsDale Robertson started in the movies, including such roles as Jesse James in "Fighting Man of the Plains. Dale Robertson moved into television, starring in series such as "Tales of Wells Fargo" (1957-62), "Iron Horse" (1966) and "Death Valley Days" (1968-70). Robertson died Tuesday.- In search of 'swag'To me, it meant stolen goods; but what did it mean to my teen son?
Van Cliburn: A piano virtuoso who transcended Cold WarVan Cliburn passed away Wednesday at his Texas home. Van Cliburn, a Grammy award-winning classical pianist, was a star in both the US and Russia.
Fish sauce or Pok Pok wingsCrispy fried chicken wings coated in sticky garlic fish sauce are popular in roadside eateries in Vietnam. Use high quality fish sauce, and try the recipe at home.
Jack Nicholson, Jennifer Lawrence chat post-OscarsJack Nicholson, Jennifer Lawrence, and George Stephanopoulos talked after the Oscars when Nicholson snuck up on Lawrence while the actress was being interviewed by the ABC journalist. Jack Nicholson complimented Jennifer Lawrence on her work.
Why did Anne Hathaway apologize? And is there a lesson for your kids here?Anne Hathaway apologized after she wore a different dress to the Academy Awards than the one she had planned on. But can you blame her? Our kids are told to say sorry so much they, like Anne Hathaway, apologize for things they shouldn't.聽
Tina Fey says 'No way' to hosting 2014 OscarsTina Fey won't be hosting the Oscars, she says. During the 2013 Oscars, William Shatner asked "Why couldn't they get Tina [Fey] and Amy [Poehler] to host?"
'American Horror Story' season 3: Kathy Bates joins cast'American Horror Story' has added 'Misery' actress Kathy Bates to its cast for season three. Will the third season of 'American Horror Story' center on witches?
First lady's anti-obesity campaign ignites change in food industryFirst lady Michelle Obama's anti-obesity campaign, "Let's Move," has inspired some in the food industry to change. Wal-Mart, doing its part to incorporate the first lady's anti-obesity campaign into its stores, has started labeling foods. Others ignore her recommendations as government intrusion.聽
Philadelphia schools offer new family-style lunches to studentsAs part of a new "Eatiquette" program, several Philadelphia schools are serving family-style lunches to students.聽The Philadelphia schools involved hope the family-style lunches will reinforce good manners and communication skills.聽
Hot air balloon crash: Despite risk, adventure tourism on the upswingHot air balloon crash in Egypt leaves 19 dead. A woman on a hiking trip in Hawaii swept away and drowned. Adventure vacations have serious consequences, some like the balloon crash and hiking trip happened recently, but the industry is growing.聽
Bobby Brown DUI sentence: 55 days in jail, 18 months alcohol treatmentBobby聽Brown was sentenced to to 55 days in a Los Angeles jail and four years of probation for drunk driving. Bobby Brown is considered a pioneer of New Jack Swing music.
Braised veal shanks with white beansElements of two classic comfort foods combine in satisfying braised veal shanks with white beans.
Kellie Pickler joins the new DWTS castKellie Pickler is one of two country singers in the latest Dancing With The Stars cast. Kellie Pickler was an American Idol contestant in 2005. Wynonna Judd and Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman are also in this DWTS cast.
Making macaroni and cheese in Beijing: The homemade childhood that wasn'tA mom believes she made her children homemade macaroni and cheese growing up, but they only remember the Kraft stuff. Now she asks whether she seasoned their childhood like Jacques P茅pin or Sandra Lee.- Dan Toler, former guitarist for Allman Brothers Band, diesDan Toler passed on Monday. Dan Toler played for the Allman Brothers from 1979-1982. He also played with Dickey Betts & Great Southern.
- A 1:30 a.m. line... for Van GoghThe works of Vincent Van Gogh are still a vibrant part of pop culture more than a hundred years after his death.
Mike Krzyzewski done? Coach K says goodbye to Team USAMike Krzyzewski says he's done coaching Team USA after leading the Americans to two Olympic gold medals for men's basketball.- Family missing at sea: Hoax or not, a lesson to foolproof family venturesFamily missing at sea?聽While the US Coast Guard decides whether the family missing at sea since Feb. 24 is a real family or a hoax, it's a good time to consider the risks of great adventure. Yours too could be a family missing at sea without proper planning, as this blogger's almost was during 12 hours near the Florida Keys.聽
