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Top Picks: Alabama Shakes' album 'Sound & Color,' the film '1971,' and moreThe National Memorial Day Concert returns on the West Lawn of the Capitol in Washington , D.C., Van Morrison's new duets album is his best in years, and more top picks.
Raspberry mascarpone mini tartsAn elegant sweet treat so simple a child can make it.
'Pitch Perfect 2' star Elizabeth Banks on directing: 'I feel that I have more to offer this business... I was being underused'Banks starred in the first 'Pitch Perfect' film and came on board as director for the sequel. 'Right as I was raising my hand to do it, the studio said, "Why don't you do it?"' she said.
Harry Shearer: What may be behind that 'Simpsons' announcementToday actors have more opportunities to explore than ever and no one embodies that more than Shearer, who is involved with a radio show and another TV series which centers on Richard Nixon. However, starring in a long-running sitcom does limit how much actors can explore other mediums.- American Idol winner: Nick Fradiani takes Season 15 crownRocker Nick Fradiani 聽was crowned the Season 15 winner of 聽"American Idol" 聽鈥� in the second to last season for the Fox TV show.聽
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Fettuccine with cauliflower, andouille sausage, and olivesRoasting cauliflower mellows its flavor and adds a bit of color to this hearty, delicious pasta. Roasted andouille sausage, olives and shallots also star.
Canceled TV shows: Why 'The Mindy Project' or 'The Following' may actually returnStreaming services looking to boost their profiles like Netflix and Yahoo Screen brought back critically beloved shows like 'Arrested Development' and 'Community.' Could 'The Mindy Project" or "The Following" return?聽
Why Ava DuVernay joining Marvel would be a big step forwardThe ACLU recently requested that state and federal agencies look into the lack of female directors working in Hollywood. If hired, DuVernay would be the first woman to direct a Marvel Studios film.
Why I make my kids read privacy policiesIt's like teaching them to look both ways聽before crossing the street. Reading privacy policies for apps is about learning basic safety tips in the Internet Age and gives parents an opportunity to teach kids about responsibility and self awareness on the Web.
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Chilled pea and parsley soupA simple spring pea soup made bright with lemon. For the best flavors, make it the day before you serve it.
At what age do you stop listening to popular music?Americans typically stop listening to new music by age 33, says a study, instead sticking with what they already like. Why doesn't the same thing happen with movies or books?
'Minority Report,' 'Scream Queens,' and more: A look at Fox's fall TV lineupNew shows airing on Fox next season include a small-screen adaptation of 'Minority Report' and the TV show 'The Frankenstein Code,' while Fox's hit 'Empire' will reappear next fall.
Canceled TV shows: What NBC's thinking with its cancellations and fall lineupNBC, once the home of such sitcoms as 'Seinfeld' and 'Friends,' just canceled multiple comedies and is loading its fall schedule with dramas. Here's why the network is heading in this direction (and why there's hope for shows succeeding without great ratings).
16 asparagus recipes From pastas to salads to sauces, some simple ideas from Stir It Up! bloggers for cooking up asparagus on the stove top, in the oven, or on the grill.
Cannes Film Festival: Movies in competition are more international than everOne example is the new film version of 'Macbeth,' which is directed by Australian Justin Kurzel and stars Irish, German-born Michael Fassbender in the title role, with the French Marion Cotillard co-starring.
'Avengers: Age of Ultron' continues to top box office, 'Hot Pursuit' can't keep up'Ultron' ranked at number one at the box office again, while the comedy 'Pursuit,' which stars Reese Witherspoon and Sofia Vergara, came in second. The film 'Age of Adaline,' which stars Blake Lively, ranked third.
Why Fox is canceling 'American Idol' after 15 yearsAfter 15 years, the venerable American reality singing competition will leave the air in 2016.