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- Star Wars VII: The force is strong in J.J. AbramsDisney confirmed that J.J. Abrams, of 'Lost' and the new 'Star Trek' movies, will direct the newest 'Star Wars' movie, set to be released in 2015. Abrams will consult with one of the writers from the original trilogy.
- Super Bowl commercials 2013: The 4 best sneak previews For Super Bowl commercials, many companies are providing sneak peeks for their ads that will run during the big game. Here are some of the best.
- 'Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters': What are the reviews saying?'Hansel' has had a troubled production history and is an admittedly out-there twist on an old fairy tale. How are critics liking the film?
- Foreign adoptions by Americans fall, number of worldwide orphans risesForeign adoptions by Americans fell to their lowest level since 1994, according to the State Department. Foreign adoptions by Americans keep falling, despite the continuing increase in the amount of orphans and needy children worldwide.聽
- China adoption diary: Newtown shooting and a holiday concert, interruptedThe moment Gretchen Belsie heard about the Newtown shooting was during adopted daughter Madeleine's first holiday concert performance.
- 14 acting legends over 70 Some say Hollywood may be ageist, with careers fizzling for most after they become senior citizens, but these actors and actresses buck that trend. Check out our list of 14 actors over 70 who haven't lost their touch.
- Coachella 2013: Check out the lineupCoachella 2013 will include a wide range of acts, from Phoenix to Blur.
- 'Suburgatory' star Jane Levy discusses how her character Tessa will change this season'Suburgatory' star Jane Levy previews upcoming plot lines on the comedy, including Tessa's relationship with her mother.
- Sundance 2013: Documentaries shine in UtahAt the Sundance Film Festival, docs like 'Twenty Feet From Stardom' and 'The Crash Reel' show some of the best the industry has to offer.
- Rob Lowe plays a high-powered political fixer in 'Knife Fight''Knife Fight' is interesting, but never reaches the caliber of other political movies like 'Manchurian Candidate.'
- Cranberry white chocolate granola barsTry chewy, homemade granola bars for breakfast on the go, a school snack day, or keep some stashed in the freezer.
- American Idol: In Baton Rouge, judges behave and contestants impressAmerican Idol goes to Randy Jackson's hometown of Baton Rouge where the American Idol judges call a momentary truce from the tumult of earlier episodes.
- Top Picks: A book on the history of Columbia Records, a PBS special that studies the life of Henry Ford, and moreWriter Deon Meyer spin a fascinating South African mystery in 'Seven Days,' PBS honors the astronauts on board the Columbia, and more top picks.
- Oscars 2013: Is Hollywood ready for gender-neutral awards?With the 2013 awards season in full swing, Hollywood insiders discuss whether Oscars and other awards should still be separately awarded to actors and actresses.
- Natalie Portman's husband to direct Paris Opera BalletNatalie Portman's husband Benjamin聽Millepied, who transformed the actress into an Academy Award-winning prima ballerina for 'Black Swan,' heads off to Paris.
- JJ Abrams to direct Star Wars Episode VII?Hollywood buzz claims that JJ Abrams, known for 'Lost,' 'Alias,' and the recent 'Star Trek' reboot, will direct a new Star Wars movie, Episode 7, due out in 2015.
- Harbaugh family on Super Bowl rivalry: "Can it end in a tie?"John Harbaugh pranks his parents during their interview with the Super Bowl press. He asked if they liked his brother, 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh, better. The Harbaugh parents have been insisting that they have no special聽allegiance聽to either son in the upcoming Super Bowl.
- The Harbaugh way: 4 parenting tips for sibling rivalry What better way to get the growing family started on a right direction than taking some lessons from HarBowl 2013? In case you feel the same, I thought I鈥檇 share our Top Four Ways to Tackle Sibling Rivalry, courtesy of the Harbaughs.
- College freshman survey: finance worries up, liberalism downUCLA's survey of incoming college freshmen shows fewer identify as liberals and an increasing number saying the economy significantly affected their college choice.
- Korean oven-braised short ribsKorean-style beef short ribs become tender and flavorful when oven braised with soy sauce, ginger, garlic, fresh pear, carrots, scallions, and daikon.