Topic: Britney Spears

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?

Obama's cool factor: what Romney can do to counter it (+video)

Instead of just ignoring Obama cool, the Republicans are taking it on and arguing why he should be voted out. A 'super PAC' supporting the Romney campaign has produced a new video for this purpose.

A plucky revival

The mandolin is breaking out of bluegrass and becoming hip and versatile.

Mardi Gras: a guide to five of the biggest New Orleans parades

Parades known as krewes form the backbones of the Mardi Gras season in New Orleans. Here are five of the biggest ones. 

American Idol recap: Jessica Phillips newest star-crossed contestant

American Idol auditions in Portland, Ore., introduced Jessica Phillips. Her story of tragedy and dedication reminds viewers of American Idol Season 10's Chris Medina.

Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Taylor Swift sing a new message of girl power

In July I drove 1,800 miles with only the radio to keep me company. What struck me were the overarching themes of female empowerment sung over the airwaves. Pop music is singing a new tune. Are girls taking the message to heart?

S.978: What Justin Bieber has to do with online streaming bill

S.978 is the latest chapter in the fight to protect major content providers, including the movie industry, which say they lose millions of dollars yearly from illegal streams on sites like YouTube.

Spotify lands in the US. Should Apple be worried?

Spotify is now available to users in the US, and already, buzz around the music streaming site is extremely high.

American Idol: Top 10 plus three wildcard contestants. Surprised?

American Idol introduced viewers Thursday night to the Top 10 contestants chosen by vote, plus the judges' three wild card picks. In one round, 11 singers – including Brett Loewenstern, Robbie Rosen, Clint Jun Gamboa – were sent home. We now have the 13 official American Idol Season 10 contestants.

American Idol Top 24: Chris Medina cut, Jennifer Lopez falls apart

Chris Medina learned that he did not make the American Idol Top 24. But it was American Idol judge Jennifer Lopez who was reduced to tears after saying goodbye to the early favorite with the tragic past.

'Project Censored' lists top stories that go unreported

"Project Censored" criticizes print and broadcast media outlets for overlooking important issues in favor of "junk food news." The group blames political, economic, and legal pressure.

Jimmy Fallon will incorporate Twitter into 2010 Emmy ceremony

Jimmy Fallon on Wednesday asked Twitter users to write introductions for presenters at the 2010 Emmy Awards.

Lady Gaga tops Twitter charts

Lady Gaga temporarily replaces Britney Spears as the most-followed person on Twitter.

Lindsay Lohan heads to jail: Harsh treatment or help at last?

Lindsay Lohan, set to begin a 90-day jail sentence Tuesday, has sparked debate over justice, entitlement, and a society obsessed with celebrity.

How to pick a password that's secure and easy to remember

Password cracking: It's just a matter of time. Here's how to fight back.

Three ways iTunes, and its 10 billion in sales, changed music industry

As of Wednesday, Apple's iTunes has sold 10 billion individual songs. Here are three ways it has revolutionized the music industry, for better or for worse.

Move over Kanye West, Taylor Swift and the Millennial generation are taking over music

The 2010 Grammys will probably show that Taylor Swift and her generation are making over American music as triumphantly as they did politics with the election of President Obama.

Schwarzenegger signs bill to crack down on paparazzi

The law will toughen existing regulations on paparazzi, but it could be challenged in court on First Amendment grounds.

Billboard watchdogs clean up skylines

Aiming to clear out commercial clutter, billboard watchdogs from Rio to Toronto police outdoor ads.

Britney Spears gets to vote? Tales of fraud mar Afghan election.

Reports of widespread irregularities are pouring in as Western officials scramble to lower expectations ahead of Thursday's presidential vote.

Twitter’s secret: the law of unintended consequences

How 'tweet nothings' became a $250 million cultural phenomenon

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Dining on a dollar a day

A California couple’s experiment in extreme food budgeting taught them a lot about how the poor eat.

Britney Spears beats Barack Obama

Joe the Plumber under attack - McCain to the rescue