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- Lady Gaga loses No.1 sales spot to EminemLady Gaga: Her new album, "ARTPOP," debuted at No. 1 last week with 258,000 copies sold. But sales of the new Lady Gaga album fell 82 percent this week. Will Muppets' Holiday Spectacular give Gaga a boost?
- Garth Brooks on his new CD, hints about a comebackGarth Brooks performed live on CBS Friday night, and released a new eight-disc box set Thursday. Garth Brooks hinted at a return to touring with his wife Trisha Yearwood.
'Catching Fire,' 'Frozen,' heating up Thanksgiving weekend box officeThe second installment of the 'Hunger Games' franchise drew $35.6 million in the first two days of the long weekend, followed by Disney's animated 'Frozen,' which drew $26.3 million.
Victoria Azarenka to face Serena Williams in Bangkok, BrisbaneVictoria Azarenka, the world's No. 2 ranked female tennis player, will face world champion Serena Williams in an exhibition match in Bangkok, followed by the real thing at the Brisbane International, in preparation for the Australian Open.
Happy Thanksgiving is her nameHappy Thanksgiving Reynolds, a 43-year-old family physician from Minneapolis, said her unusual name has been an 'unintentional gift.' Others with holiday-themed names, like Mary Christmas Pierson, agree.
'Oldboy' serves up revenge for Thanksgiving'Oldboy,' the story of a man in search of revenge for the 20 years he spent in captivity, is distinctly different from the more traditional and heart-warming fare of the holiday season.
Carrie Underwood stars in NBC remake of 'The Sound of Music'Carrie Underwood and Stephen Moyer will star in NBC's 'The Sound of Music Live!' which will air Dec. 5. Remaking the classic film and mounting its first live musical production in more than 50 years is a risk for the network.
'Maltese Falcon' statue goes for $4M at auction'Maltese Falcon' statue: The final price on the prop was $4,085,000, according to the auction house.
AMAs: Taylor Swift sweeps prizes at American Music AwardsAMAs: Taylor Swift won artist of the year for the third time, the most times an artist has won the category. She also won favorite female pop/rock artist, female country artist, and country album.- Teresa Giudice and Joe face more fraud chargesTeresa Giudice and Joe Giudice, of "The Real Housewives of New Jersey," were indicted on two more counts of fraud. Teresa and Joe Giudice now face a total of 41 counts, including various fraud and false statement charges.
Keanu Reeves: It was 'very special' to be part of '47 Ronin'Keanu Reeves stars in '47 Ronin,' a film based on real events about a lord who was wrongfully put to death and his followers — the ronin — who sought revenge.
Christmas cards, pins, ornaments: Seniors learn the lost art of quillingChristmas cards and intricate snowflake ornaments are simple and inexpensive to make with quilling, an 18th century art that manipulates paper into different shapes. At one senior center in Wisconsin quilling students are empowered by the fun and interesting skill.
Downton Abbey: US viewers have at least two more seasons to comeDownton Abbey: PBS announces that Downton Abbey, the popular drama about the wealthy Crawley family, will return for a 5th season. The 4th season is currently airing on in Britain and will come to PBS January 5.
Sam Donaldson DUI charge dismissedSam Donaldson was arrested last December on a driving under the influence charge in Delaware. On Friday, a judge dismissed the charge, saying that there was insufficient evidence against Sam Donaldson.- 'Star Wars: Episode VII' release date announcedStar Wars VII will be the first movie in the Star Wars franchise to be released in December, not the summer. Star Wars helped create the concept of the summer blockbuster.
Blockbuster's doors to close, but streaming continuesDue to increasing consumer demand for internet streaming, Dish Network announced Wednesday it will close all remaining Blockbuster stores by the end of the year. It will also discontinue its DVD mail service, however, streaming through 'Blockbuster@Home' will go on.
Ms. Marvel? Step aside, Peter Parker: Ms. Marvel returns as Muslim teenMs. Marvel: Marvel Comics is bringing Ms. Marvel back as Kamala Khan, a 16-year-old daughter of Pakistani immigrants navigating superpowers, family expectations, and adolescence.
Idris Elba's 'Mandela' to screen for President Obama at White HouseIdris Elba stars in 'Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom,' a biopic created with the support of Nelson Mandela and his family. Idris Elba plays the former South African president.
Marvin Gaye family sues over Robin Thicke's 'Blurred Lines'Marvin Gaye and Robin Thicke: Much of the lawsuit focuses on claims that EMI should have pursued a copyright infringement claim. It also alleges the company's executives used intimidation to try to stop the Gaye family from pursuing a lawsuit.- Bob Barker returns to 'The Price is Right.' Why?Bob Barker will return to host the game show 'The Price is Right' on his 90th birthday in December. Bob Barker retired in 2007, after 35 years of hosting the CBS show.
