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Margaret Thatcher: Her portrayals in pop cultureMargaret Thatcher, like other politicians before and after her, has appeared often in movies, TV shows and stage productions. Everyone from Meryl Streep (who received an Oscar for her performance) to Monty Python comedian Michael Palin has portrayed the 'Iron Lady.'
Judge Judy's new deal extends contract through 2017Judge Judy and CBS Television Distribution said Monday that the feisty former New York state judge has signed on for two more years of 'Judge Judy.'Â
Annette Funicello was a Mouseketeer, beach-movie starAnnette Funicello appeared on 'The Mickey Mouse Club' in the 1950s and starred in a series of movies with Frankie Avalon. Annette Funicello died April 8.
Final four fan recipes: Michigan vs. Louisville Tonight's NCAA championship with Michigan vs. Louisville promises to be an exciting match. Root for your favorite team with these regionally inspired dishes.
89-year-old kidnapped by teens: Family says 'no more driving'89-year-old Margaret Smith, who was locked in the trunk of her car by two teen girls who asked her for a ride, won't be allowed to drive again if her shaken family has anything to do with it. But Ms. Smith's belief in helping people remains unmoved.Â
'Mad Men' season premiere recap: Where is Don Draper now?On 'Mad Men,' Don Draper and his family and friends move forward with their lives, for better and for worse. 'Mad Men' returned for its sixth season April 7.
Les Blank dies, leaving legacy of quirky documentary filmsLes Blank dies: A documentary filmmaker, Les Blank made movies about garlic, gap-toothed women, Werner Herzog eating a shoe, and Dizzy Gillespie. Blank followed his instincts.
Miranda Lambert takes ACM top female vocalist awardMiranda Lambert won the female vocalist of the year award from the Academy of Country Music Sunday. Miranda Lambert and husband Blake Shelton won best song of the year for "Over You."
Meatless Monday: Vegan mandarin coconut cookiesThis vegan cookie made with fresh coconut and citrus juice keeps its promises to be delicious.
A teen’s immigration reform: Seeing amnesty as long shot, he self deportsAn undocumented San Diego teen who graduated from an elite prep school saw uncertainty in his future and no sure thing in immigration reform and amnesty – so he did 'the right thing' and made the decision to self deport.- Halle Berry pregnant with her second childHalle Berry pregnant: The Oscar-winning actress is pregnant with her first child by her fiance, Olivier Martinez. Halle Berry had a child with Gabriel Aubry five years ago.Â
Robert Remini dies, leaves legacy as Andrew Jackson scholarRobert Remini dies: The Andrew Jackson scholar wrote at least 10 books about the former president. Robert Remini also wrote books about Mormon leader Joseph Smith and President John Quincy Adams.
Michelle Obama invites kids to submit recipes for a state dinnerFor the second Kids' State Dinner to be held in the summer of 2013, Michelle Obama and others invite American schoolchildren to submit healthy recipes to be served at the dinner.
To Princeton alum, It's not about finding an equal, but who can complete the sumPrinceton alum Susan Patton's letter printed in the Daily Princetonian advised her alma mater's women to waste no time and find a man to marry at Princeton because, outside of the distinguished university's walls, she'll find an undistinguished breed. Oh, baloney.
'Hannibal' is back in a new TV showThe TV series 'Hannibal' is based on only five pages of the 1981 book 'Red Dragon,' serving as a prequel to 'The Silence of the Lambs.' 'Hannibal' stars Mads Mikkelsen as Hannibal Lecter.
'Trance' tries to fit into too many genres'Trance' tries to appeal to every audience member, but the effect is more alienating than enjoyable.
'Room 237' examines possible hidden meanings in 'The Shining'The theories set forth by 'Shining' fans seem like gobbledygook, but the movie draws you in.
'Evil Dead' should please fans of the original and newbies'Evil Dead' has high production values and nonstop action. 'Evil Dead' stars Jane Levy.
'The Company You Keep' never quite figures out what it wants to be'Company,' directed by and starring Robert Redford, is equally preachy and melodramatic.
Students denied lunch this week, ordered to throw food in trashStudents denied lunch this week at a Massachusetts school had parents and administrators in an uproar. A total of 25 students were denied lunch and some were ordered to throw out the food they'd already put onto their tray.Â