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Breastfeeding moms in military uniforms reprimanded (+video)
The Washington National Guard said the photo of two military moms breastfeeding their children was a violation of a regulation that forbids using the uniform to promote a cause.
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Why Anchorage is the 'worst-dressed' city in America
Anchorage is the worst-dressed city, and Salt Lake City is the second worst dressed, according to a Travel and Leisure poll of 35 cities. Why Anchorage residents agree with the ranking.
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Doc Watson: North Carolina's blind guitar picker extraordinaire
Doc Watson, one of America's greatest folk musicians, passed on Tuesday. Doc Watson won eight Grammy Awards and influenced a generation of guitar players.
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Mark Zuckerberg: Facebook status updated to 'married' (+video)
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg married long-time girlfriend Priscilla Chan Saturday in a small, surprise wedding. Less than 100 guests arrived at Zuckerberg's home for what they would be a party to celebrate Chan's graduation from medical school. Zuckerberg did not wear a hoodie.
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Are celebrity judges ruining American Idol and other talent shows?
Killing the Golden Goose? By relying on Jennifer Lopez (American Idol) and Britney Spears (The X Factor), are talent shows putting celebrities ahead of discovering new talent?
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Jennifer Lopez: Leaving 'American Idol' or stalling for more money?
Jennifer Lopez has not signed on for a third season on American Idol. Her children, a world concert tour, are cited as why she might leave. Is Jennifer Lopez too busy or negotiating for more than $20 million a year.
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Donna Summer was Queen of Disco
Her family released a statement, saying Summer died Thursday morning and that they 'are at peace celebrating her extraordinary life and her continued legacy.'
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Lady Antebellum charity concert for tornado-struck Henryville, Ind. (+video)
Lady Antebellum played at a mini-prom for Henryville, Ind. Wednesday night. Lady Antebellum helped raise $235,000 to help rebuild the town struck by a tornado.
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'The Dictator' rides into Cannes on a camel (+video)
'The Dictator' aka Sacha Baron Cohen made another splashy entrance, arriving in character and on a camel at the Cannes Film Festival.
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Lady Antebellum to play at prom in Henryville, Indiana
Lady Antebellum will play at a high-school 'mini prom' for the tornado-battered town of Henryville, Ind. Lady Antebellum will also hold a benefit and online fund drive.
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Why Lady Gaga Indonesia concert may be canceled
Lady Gaga: Her concert in Indonesia was sold out. But Islamic conservatives raised concerns that Lady Gaga might corrupt young people. Threats of violence prompted police to cancel the concert permit.
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Donald Duck Dunn defined the Memphis soul sound
Donald Duck Dunn, bass player for Booker T. & the MGs, passed on in Tokyo. The heavy bass notes of Donald Duck Dunn provided the musical bedrock for The Blues Brothers, and such soul stars as Wilson Pickett, Otis Redding, Eddie Floyd, and Sam & Dave.
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Hollie Cavanagh gives advice to future American Idol singers
Hollie Cavanagh tells USA Today that on American Idol "You can't be just a voice. You have to show your personality." Hollie Cavanagh was eliminated from American Idol Thursday night.
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Who won 'The Voice'? Jermaine Paul, no longer a 'backup singer' (+video)
'The Voice' winner, Jermaine Paul, gets a $100,000 and a recording contract. Justin Bieber also appeared on the The Voice stage Tuesday night. Jermaine Paul was once a backup singer for Alicia Keys.
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George Lindsey remembered as 'Goober' on TV's 'Andy Griffith Show' & 'Hee Haw'
George Lindsey, an Alabama native and veteran, was a teacher and coach before turning to acting on the stage, television and films.
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The Scream sale led to record $330 million auction at Sotheby's
The Scream is officially the most expensive artwork in the world, at $120 million, topping a Picasso sold for $106 million. The Scream also led to a new sales record for an Impressionist and Modern auction for Sotheby's.
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The Voice: Who made it to the finals?
The Voice finalists were revealed Tuesday night. The audience and the judges sent Lindsey Paveo, Katrina Parker, Erin Willett, and Jamar Rogers home.
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Levon Helm of The Band was roots rock pioneer, quintessential American musician
Helm and his band mates - Rick Danko, Garth Hudson, Robbie Robertson and Richard Manuel - were musical virtuosos who returned to the roots of American music in the late 1960s.
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Dick Clark remembered as 'American Bandstand' host, TV & radio impresario
Dick Clark, the longtime host of ABC's 'American Bandstand,' TV game shows, and radio programs, died Wednesday near Los Angeles.
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Tupac hologram: Coming to a stage near you? (+video)
Tupac hologram: A hologram of deceased rapper Tupac Shakur caused a big splash at the Coachella music festival. Dr. Dre may take the Tupac hologram on the road.
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