Robert Downey Jr. Is Sherlock's 100-Percent Solution (E! Online)
E! Online - Robert Downey Jr. has elected to put this role in his pipe and smoke it.
Gore backs Obama, rips Bush for 'failure'
Former Vice President Al Gore endorsed Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama on Monday, urging Americans to reject what he called the Bush administration's legacy of "incompetence, negligence and failure."
Seal, Serena Williams attend Israel event (AP)
AP - Seal, Warren Beatty, Annette Bening and other celebrities gathered to toast movie producer Arnon Milchan during a Hollywood event at Paramount Studios that celebrated the 60th anniversary of Israel.
Comedian, author George Carlin dies at 71
Groundbreaking comedian George Carlin, known for his raunchy, but insightful humor, died Sunday in Los Angeles, his publicist said. He was 71. Carlin was best known for his routine "Seven Words You Can Never Say On Television," which appeared 1972's "Class Clown" album.
Bangkok Not So Dangerous (E! Online)
E! Online - The fall box office sure fell all right.
McDreamy Shockers: Donatella Dating, Prior Juggling (E! Online)
E! Online - Patrick Dempsey's plus one is Donatella Versace? Get ouuuuut!
Senate races still up in the air
Although President-elect Barack Obama and Democrats gained a decisive majority in the Senate, their hopes are fading for a filibuster-proof 60 seats. Four races hang in the balance: Alaska, Georgia, Minnesota and Oregon.
Gas down for 20 straight days
Gasoline prices at the pump fell nationwide for the 20th straight day, pushing the average price down more than 25 cents, according to a survey of gas station credit card swipes released Wednesday.
Simon Cowell grants one more "Chance" (Reuters)
Reuters - The Simon Cowell-produced
movie about a rags-to-riches reality music star is moving ahead
at Paramount.
Strengthening Gustav heads for Jamaica
Tropical Storm Gustav was picking up steam and advancing toward Jamaica on Thursday after leaving at least 22 dead in Haiti and the Dominican Republic, the National Hurricane Center said.
Exams reveal detainee torture, report says
Former terrorist suspects detained by the United States were tortured, according to medical examinations detailed in a report released Wednesday by a human rights group.
New charges for '40-Year-Old Virgin' actor
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'Bond' car plunges into lake
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Palin costing McCain, poll suggests
It's one of John McCain's closing arguments in his bid for the White House. The Republican presidential nominee suggests that Democrats will increase their majorities in Congress, and he warns of one-party rule by the Democrats if Barack Obama is elected president.
Rock stars tuning up for guitar documentary (Reuters)
Reuters - The Edge, Jimmy Page and Jack White will be jamming at a theater near you next summer.
Female bomber blows up pilgrims, killing 18
Two suicide bombers attacked Shiite pilgrims Thursday evening as they traveled to a festival, killing 15 and wounding 40, an Iraqi Interior Ministry official said.
"Juno" among finalists for Humanitas (Reuters)
Reuters - The screenwriters of "The Diving Bell and the Butterfly," "Juno" and "Lars and the Real Girl" have been named finalists in the feature film category of the 2008 Humanitas Prize, which honors writing that explores the human condition.
Lawmakers point fingers as bailout fails
Democrats and Republicans on Capitol Hill immediately blamed each other today for the failure of a $700 billion bailout package in the House. The vote sent the Dow tumbling to its worst single-day point loss ever.
Russia: Troop withdrawal to begin Monday
Georgia accused the Russian army of destroying a key railway bridge Saturday and starting massive fires in the scenic Borjomi Gorge, in violation of a new cease-fire agreement between the two countries.
Palin takes tough stance on Russia
NATO should extend membership to two former Soviet republics, and any Russian invasion of a NATO state could lead to a conflict with the U.S., Republican vice presidential candidate Gov. Sarah Palin told ABC News.