Topic: Glendale

Big-screen blockbuster: Chinese conglomerate gobbles up AMC chain

In what some are calling a $2.6 billion prestige play, China's big fish Wanda is swallowing AMC to create the world's largest theater chain despite the steady decline in the US industry.

Kim Kardashian for mayor? When public service becomes publicity. (+video)

Kim Kardashian sort-of announces that she wants to run for mayor of Glendale, Calif. Yes, California has its share of celebs-turned-politicians. But reality TV is changing the game.  

Baseball spring training: The facts, from history to cheap seats

Spring training is when players shed the winter rust by limbering up on warm, sun-baked diamonds, sign autographs galore, and provide hope that this may be their team’s year. As preseason games between major-league teams begin on Saturday, here are a few facts to give you some background on spring ball.

Texas mass grave hoax: Do police actually hire psychics?

A self-described psychic brought swarms of police and federal agents to an alleged mass grave near a farmhouse outside of Houston, Texas. Do police regularly act on tips from psychics?

National Pancake Day: Get three free pancakes

National Pancake Day 2011 is the sixth national pancake day sponsored by IHOP, which is raising money for children's hospitals.

Auburn vs. Oregon: How much do you know about the BCS national championship game? Take our quiz

Number one Auburn meets number two Oregon Monday night in Glendale, Arizona in the BCS national championship game. The current process of selecting college football's top team hasn't been around all that long. Test your BCS title game knowledge by taking our quiz.

BCS national championship: So you call yourself an Oregon Ducks football fan? Take our quiz

As the University of Oregon prepares to take the field tonight in this season’s BCS football championship game against Auburn in a battle of unbeatens (ESPN, 8:30 p.m ET, in Glendale, Ariz.), here’s your opportunity to prove your grasp of Oregon gridiron-ology. Get more than half right in this quiz and you’re surely no quack fan.

BCS national championship: So you think you’re an Auburn football fan? Take our quiz

As Auburn University prepares to take the field tonight in this season’s BCS championship game against Oregon in a battle of unbeatens (ESPN, 8:30 p.m, in Glendale, Ariz.), here’s your opportunity to prove your grasp of Auburn gridiron-ology. Get more than half right in this quiz and you surely know your stuff.

Rose Bowl: Do you remember its famous football blooper?

OK, all you New Year's Day couch potatoes, take this quiz to see how much you know about the grandaddy of college bowl games.

Children who lend a helping hand show they can make a difference and change the world

We highlight five kids and teens who are making a difference through volunteer opportunities, proving that helping hands can be child-sized too.

When is mudslide danger greatest? Lessons from California storms

Mudslides pose perhaps the biggest threat from the torrential rains drenching California this week. Here's what researchers have learned about mudslides and the conditions that cause them.

Holiday cards, decorating too onerous? Outsource.

Holiday cards mailed. Homes decorated. Gifts bought. St. Louis service firms see rebound in holiday business.

Cam Newton, despite dad's dealings, cleared by NCAA to play in SEC championship game Saturday

Cam Newton has been declared eligible to play in the SEC title game this weekend in Atlanta. The NCAA ruled on Newton's status after declaring his father did shop the junior college quarterback to another school.

Manifesto in aborted Super Bowl rampage was not criminal, court rules

In a case involving a planned and then abandoned shooting spree at the 2008 Super Bowl, a federal appeals court ruled Monday that the would-be shooter’s manifesto – mailed to the media – was not criminal because it was not personal.

Frozen custard commando! Joe Biden scoops custard in Wisconsin

Frozen custard was Vice President Joe Biden's dessert of choice in Wisconsin (although he called it ice cream).

Michael Jackson tributes: Michael Jackson fans around the world honor his memory

Michael Jackson fans are holding tributes worldwide. Michael Jackson passed on a year ago. Vigils, prayers, and music are part of the Michael Jackson tributes.

Michael Jackson fans get ready for Michael Jackson memorials

Michael Jackson anniversary: Michael Jackson fans across the world remember Michael Jackson on first anniversary of death.

Were fans outraged at Phoenix Suns' decision to wear 'Los Suns' jerseys?

The reaction at Wednesday night's Suns-Spurs game where fans wore "Los Suns" jersey was rather low-key.

How will California's new TV energy standards affect you?

California has become the first state to mandate energy-efficiency standards for TV sets. These new regulations will affect all residents.

Corporate oaths? Now even business students are expected to be ethical

Corporate oaths are the latest trend for business students following globalfinancial crisis

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