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'Top of the Rock': 8 inside stories about NBC's 'Must See TV'

From 'Friends' to 'Seinfeld,' Warren Littlefield delves into the world behind NBC's blockbuster Thursday night comedies in 'Top of the Rock.'
10 of TIME's 100 'most influential'

What does it mean to be influential today? TIME Magazine may not have a scientific answer, but they identified scores of people in their 2012 “100 Most Influential People in the World” list, released this week. Here is a sampling of 10 people from around the world who made the cut.
'The Three Stooges': 5 other movies bringing back beloved stories

"The Three Stooges" hits theaters this Friday, and over the next year, everything from '70s TV shows to '90s hit comedies are coming to the multiplex.
'The Lone Ranger': 5 other TV shows that became movies

As the 'Lone Ranger' movie adaptation gets attention, here are 5 other movie adaptations of classic TV shows from the past 10 years.
Dr. Seuss: 7 adaptations of his beloved stories

As "The Lorax" arrives in theaters this weekend, here are seven previous Seuss film adaptations – the good and the bad.

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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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'Glee' adds guest stars Kate Hudson and Sarah Jessica Parker for next season

'Glee' future guest star Sarah Jessica Parker says she'll be a 'mentor of sorts.'
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NBC's '30 Rock,' 'Community,' and 'Parks and Recreation' will be renewed, sources say

However, all three NBC shows will have shortened seasons.
'Top of the Rock': 8 inside stories about NBC's 'Must See TV'

From 'Friends' to 'Seinfeld,' Warren Littlefield delves into the world behind NBC's blockbuster Thursday night comedies in 'Top of the Rock.'
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Jimmy Kimmel wows Washington's 'Nerd Prom.' What's he get paid for that? (+video)

A little sleuthing of public documents from past White House Correpondents' Dinners suggests the night's entertainment, Jimmy Kimmel, netted in the vicinity of $50k for his comedic services.
Jimmy Kimmel cracks wise at Washington’s ‘Nerd Prom’ (+video)

President Obama was pretty funny at the White House Correspondents' Dinner Saturday night. But late-night comedian Jimmy Kimmel was the real funny man, targeting just about every class of Washington celebrity.
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White House Correspondents' Dinner: Who's coming?

Kim Kardashian and Lindsay Lohan are the latest celebs to emerge on the list for Washington's annual 'nerd prom,' the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Here's a list of other names.
10 of TIME's 100 'most influential'

What does it mean to be influential today? TIME Magazine may not have a scientific answer, but they identified scores of people in their 2012 “100 Most Influential People in the World” list, released this week. Here is a sampling of 10 people from around the world who made the cut.
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.
'The Three Stooges': 5 other movies bringing back beloved stories

"The Three Stooges" hits theaters this Friday, and over the next year, everything from '70s TV shows to '90s hit comedies are coming to the multiplex.
Oprah Winfrey has faith in OWN TV channel, for now

Oprah Winfrey told "CBS This Morning" that she has faith in the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN). Viewership in OWN rose 21 percent in the first quarter of 2012. But if more viewers don't tune in, Oprah says she'll move on to her next project.
'The Lone Ranger': 5 other TV shows that became movies

As the 'Lone Ranger' movie adaptation gets attention, here are 5 other movie adaptations of classic TV shows from the past 10 years.
Dr. Seuss: 7 adaptations of his beloved stories

As "The Lorax" arrives in theaters this weekend, here are seven previous Seuss film adaptations – the good and the bad.
'The River': Six scary TV shows that came before it

ABC's new show about something creepy in the jungle isn't the first to try to scare TV viewers
Act of Valor: movie review

Using active-duty US Navy SEALs boosts 'Act of Valor' beyond being a garden-variety action flick.
American Idol: Can Steven and J-Lo avoid Sophomore Slump?

American Idol (and Randy Jackson) is back for Season 11 but for Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler this marks their sophomore year. Can Lopez and Tyler find continued success without novelty on their side?
A tamer Ricky Gervais leads predictable Golden Globes

The victory for "The Descendants" in the best drama category sets it up in an expected battle at the Academy Awards with "The Artist," which won the award for best musical or comedy.
People's Choice Awards 2012: Katy Perry and Harry Potter take top spots

Katy Perry won the most awards at the People's Choice Awards 2012. 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2' came in a close second.
Bestselling books the week of 1/5/12, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.
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HBO cancels shows including 'Hung,' 'Bored to Death'

HBO cancels shows to make way for new programming.
'Pride and Prejudice' from Greer Garson to murder mystery

Jane Austen's classic book from the original novel to the newest take on the story, 'Death Comes to Pemberley'
Dunder Mifflin: 'Office' paper now real. Can it top these fiction-to-fact products?

Dunder Mifflin paper – the product at the heart of NBC’s hit comedy “The Office” NBC Universal – is now a real product. It's even on sale, $34.95 for a 20-pound carton, at online office supplier quill.com and the NBC online store. Manufactured by quill.com, the paper bears the Dunder Mifflin logo and slogans “Limitless paper in a paperless world” and “Quabity first." Dunder Mifflin paper is the latest in a long line fictional TV and film goods that turn into successful products. Will "The Office" office paper do as well as these Top 6 items?
Regis Philbin making exit from US morning TV

Regis Philbin is in the Guinness Book of World Records for the most time on the air by a television personality. He's been on more than 17,000 hours.
Carson Kressley eliminated from DWTS. So who'll win?

Carson Kressley departure leaves seven DWTS contestants. But only two have a good shot at winning the DWTS trophy.
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"Shatner Rules": William Shatner's new book tells readers how to live as he does

In "Shatner Rules," William Shatner dishes on his "Boston Legal" role, his feud with George Takei, and more.