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'New Moon' wolfs down record $140.7M
The vampire romance "The Twilight Saga: New Moon" sucked up $140.7 million in its first three days and pulled in a total of $258.8 million worldwide, according to studio estimates Sunday. Full Story
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Loose bulls hurt 2 on Cruise, Diaz film set in Spain
Seven bulls being used on the set of a film starring Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz have broken free in Spain and slightly injured two people.
Werner Herzog works his slick magic in 'Bad Lieutenant'
Filmmaking legend Werner Herzog and Nicolas Cage put twisty, tangy bite into their new movie, 'Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans.'
International Emmys to honour David Frost
British TV personality David Frost will be honoured at the 37th Annual International Emmy Awards Monday for a wide-ranging career that has taken him from pioneering political satire on television to conducting serious interviews with former American presidents.
Apatow packs 'Funny People' DVD with hours of extras
Judd Apatow, the influential funnyman behind such big-screen hits as "The 40-Year-Old Virgin," "Knocked Up" and "Pineapple Express," has packed the DVD version of his latest venture, "Funny People," with bonus material that adds as much as six hours to the film.
Plaskett takes two trophies at Folk Music Awards
Halifax singer/songwriter Joel Plaskett led a big night for East Coast musicians at the fifth annual Canadian Folk Music Awards on Saturday, winning awards for contemporary album of the year and producer of the year.
Sloan bassist talks about nearly dying in hit and run
On the eve of Sloan's 15-date North American tour, the band's bassist, Chris Murphy, says he has nearly recovered from a hit-and-run accident last summer that left him with a broken collarbone and concussion-like symptoms.
Motown sound returns to where it began 50 years ago
Motown Records founder Berry Gordy, along with Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder and Kid Rock came to Motown's original hometown -- Detroit -- for the Motown 50 Golden Gala Saturday night.
Michael Jackson's gleaming glove sells for $350K
The shimmering, white glove Michael Jackson wore when he premiered his trademark moonwalk dance in 1983 was auctioned off for $350,000 -- plus tax -- on Saturday.
Jamie Oliver tells Toronto audience about naked cooking mishaps
Jamie Oliver finished shooting his latest reality TV show this weekend in West Virginia, but the celebrity chef wasn't about to take a day off.
Sheryl Crow takes up cause of wild horses in West
Grammy Award-winning singer Sheryl Crow is asking U.S. President Barack Obama to scrap a proposed roundup of 2,500 wild horses in northern Nevada, saying the practice is inhumane and unnecessary.
Who are Hollywood's most overpaid stars?
Comedian Will Ferrell landed at the top of Forbes' annual list of Hollywood's most overpaid stars. Ferrell's last film, 'Land of the Lost,' cost $100 million to make, and earned only $65 million worldwide.
Mom says Keshia Chante crash rumours 'horrific'
Twitter has spawned yet another false rumour of a celebrity death, that has Keshia Chante's mother saying it's all "a stupid and horrific hoax."
Fans go wild for singer Justin Bieber, sustain injuries
New York police shut down a mall appearance by teen pop singer Justin Bieber on Friday after thousands of young girls showed up and began pushing and shoving while they waited for the star.
Warrant: Drug in Jackson case came from Vegas pharmacy
A powerful anesthetic recovered from Michael Jackson's bedside after he died had been purchased in Nevada by his doctor who had it shipped to California, court documents show.
Travolta family attends movie opening in Florida
John Travolta and his family made their first public appearance in their adopted Florida hometown since his son's death, helping raise thousands of dollars for charity at a screening of the actor's new comedy, "Old Dogs," Friday night.
Jury begins deliberations in Parker-Broderick case
An Ohio police chief accused of burgling the home of a woman who carried twins for Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick abused his authority and tried to "blame it all on being a joke," a prosecutor said Friday in closing arguments of the chief's trial.
Oprah confirms show will end in 2011
Oprah Winfrey held back tears as she told a live studio audience that her colossal hit show will end in 2011 after a 25-year run.
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'New Moon' breaks midnight record at box office
Summit Entertainment estimated Friday that it earned US$26.3 million after opening early in the morning.
Jiri Jelinek joins National Ballet as principal dancer
Jiri Jelinek will join the National Ballet as a principal dancer in January, artistic director Karen Kain announced Friday.
Britney Spears' ex-boyfriend sentenced to 45 days in jail
Britney Spears' ex-boyfriend Adnan Ghalib is being sent to jail for 45 days for leaving the scene of an accident.
Neil Peart to record version of 'Hockey Theme' for TSN
The legendary drummer will be following Simple Plan and the Barenaked Ladies, who also recorded reinterpretations of the iconic song.
Miley Cyrus tour bus overturns; star not aboard
Virginia State Police say one person was killed when a tour bus belonging to Miley Cyrus overturned, but the 16-year-old "Hannah Montana" star was not on board.
Jennifer Lopez, Adam Lambert ready for AMA stage
Jennifer Lopez plans to include fireworks and an on-stage costume change in her performance at the AMA's.
Nico and Natalli get on stage with Janet Jackson
For most dancers, performing with Janet Jackson is at the top of their list of ultimate dream jobs, but for Nico Archambault and finalist Natalli Reznik, it's a dream come true.
Army fears anti-Obama politics at Palin event
The U.S. Army plans to prevent media from covering Sarah Palin's appearance at Fort Bragg, fearing the event will turn into political grandstanding.
Top South Korean model found hanged in her apartment
Daul Kim, a 20-year-old top South Korean model who was a fashion week regular in New York, Milan and Paris, has been found hanged in her Paris apartment.
Bullock in New Orleans for 'Blind Side' showing
Wearing a floor-length pastel striped evening gown, Sandra Bullock walked the red carpet in New Orleans Thursday for a special premiere of her latest film, "The Blind Side."
Radio City Christmas Spectacular needs a little magic to make it sing
Like a shiny toboggan wedged on wet snow, the Radio City Christmas Spectacular needs a little push.
'2012' a home run with patriotic fans in China
When the apocalypse comes, China will save the world. Or at least that's how Chinese audiences are interpreting "2012," Hollywood's latest blockbuster disaster movie.
Klum returns to runway at Victoria's Secret show
Heidi Klum and her post-baby body led the parade at the annual Victoria's Secret fashion show, which returned to New York with some fresh faces after four years on the road.
REVIEW: 'Precious' offers a journey from despair to hope
Lee Daniels goes for the emotional jugular in "Precious," a tough, inspiring tale about one Harlem teen's journey from despair to hope.
REVIEW: 'Bad Lieutenant' returns in a sequel with wildness intact
It's post-Katrina New Orleans and there are snakes in the water -- none bigger than Terence McDonagh.
REVIEW: 'Planet 51' proves unable to support life
It's been a big year for animation, with a great variety of styles. The best you can say of the sci-fi comedy "Planet 51" is that, it too is animated.
REVIEW: True-story sports flick 'Blind Side' focuses on feel-good
The redemption-minded sports flick "The Blind Side" serves its inspiration straight-up with no twist.
James Caan files for divorce from wife of 14 years
James Caan is seeking a divorce from his wife of 14 years. Court records in Los Angeles show "The Godfather" actor filed for divorce Friday.
Kate Moss criticized over her skinny-is-good remark
Campaigners against eating disorders criticized Kate Moss after the supermodel cited as her motto a phrase used on pro-anorexia websites: 'nothing tastes as good as skinny feels.'
Janet Jackson: Michael in denial over drug problem
Janet Jackson says she recognized her brother Michael's drug problem, and tried to help him, but that he rebuffed those attempts to intervene..
Michael Moore's 'Capitalism' snubbed by Oscar longlist
Of the 89 documentary films eligible for Oscar consideration this year, 15 were selected for a short list of potential nominees. And Michael Moore's "Capitalism: A Love Story" wasn't one of them.
Norah Jones experiments with guitars and grooves
Norah Jones' fourth studio CD, "The Fall," out this week, features gritty guitar riffs instead of piano chords and delivers a darker, groove-based sound.
Reitman documents his promotion of 'Up in the Air'
It's a view rarely offered, but Jason Reitman, the director of "Juno" and "Thank You for Smoking," has spent much of October and November promoting his new film, "Up in the Air," and producing a documenting about the process.
Chaz Bono says sex change is 'best decision'
Chaz Bono says beginning the sex-change process to turn him from a woman to a man is "the best decision I've ever made."
2 sites selling Beatles songs to remain shut down
Two websites that sold songs by The Beatles for 25 cents apiece should remain shut down indefinitely, a U.S. federal judge ruled.
'Simpsons' character contest winner is the Bomba
Ricardo Bomba is joining "The Simpsons," after a woman named Peggy Black won a contest to create a character for Fox's long-running animated series, the network said.
Heart-healthy vegetarian bean soup can be made ahead and reheated
This is a quick vegetarian minestrone soup that is full of healthy beans. Freeze leftovers for another meal, but be aware that the pasta will soak up the liquid.
Buying holiday gifts year-round helps ease the December crunch
For some, the day after Christmas marks the beginning of the next holiday shopping season.
Nicole Richie hospitalized for pneumonia
Nicole Richie has been admitted to a Los Angeles hospital and is being treated for pneumonia. Her representative says she's doing well.
'Meatballs' still 'a classic':Jack Blum, a.k.a. Spaz
"Meatballs" still has a lot of beef. Thirty years after the Canadian summer-camp film starring Bill Murray stormed the box office, teens still seem charmed by its motley crew of misfits.
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North American
| This Week | Last Week | Title | Weekend Gross | Total Gross |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | 2012 | $65237614 | $65237614 |
| 2 | 1 | Disney's A Christmas Carol | $22308913 | $63272757 |
| 3 | 12 | Precious: Based on the Novel Push by Sapphire | $5874628 | $8699180 |
| 4 | 3 | The Men Who Stare at Goats | $5861753 | $23038050 |
| 5 | 2 | Michael Jackson's This Is It | $5078920 | $67190296 |
| 6 | 4 | The Fourth Kind | $4605365 | $20449660 |
| 7 | 7 | Couples Retreat | $4164940 | $102045330 |
| 8 | 5 | Paranormal Activity | $4043417 | $103690184 |
| 9 | 8 | Law Abiding Citizen | $3796327 | $67190452 |
| 10 | 6 | The Box | $3158368 | $13179622 |
| 11 | - | Pirate Radio | $2904380 | $2904380 |
| 12 | 9 | Where the Wild Things Are | $2418140 | $73440413 |
| 13 | 10 | Astro Boy | $1702946 | $17965336 |
| 14 | 21 | The Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day | $1033639 | $2495119 |
| 15 | 13 | Amelia | $923785 | $13143512 |
| 16 | 14 | The Stepfather | $836327 | $28802131 |
| 17 | 19 | An Education | $661901 | $3218225 |
| 18 | 18 | A Serious Man | $657125 | $6834722 |
| 19 | 20 | Zombieland | $475124 | $74542128 |
| 20 | 11 | Saw VI | $449512 | $27445118 |
Canadian
| This Week | Last Week | Title | Weekend Gross | Total Gross |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | 2012 | $5463820 | $5463820 |
| 2 | 1 | Disney's A Christmas Carol | $2236725 | $5953314 |
| 3 | 3 | The Men Who Stare at Goats | $659238 | $2437932 |
| 4 | 5 | Law Abiding Citizen | $570115 | $8575521 |
| 5 | 2 | Michael Jackson's This Is It | $525289 | $6372260 |
| 6 | 4 | Paranormal Activity | $516466 | $5940696 |
| 7 | 7 | Couples Retreat | $372546 | $10149730 |
| 8 | 6 | The Fourth Kind | $286740 | $1184179 |
| 9 | - | Pirate Radio | $274049 | $274049 |
| 10 | 8 | The Box | $221486 | $944184 |
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South Park (1314) "Pee"
The boys fun-filled day at the water park is about to turn deadly.
Coming up on CTV - November 22, 2009
FT takes a look at underwear as outerwear as well as designer uniforms - the never changing outfits worn by the world's top designers. Plus Visible Panty Lines, Yoko Ono and Giogio Armani.
etalk - Friday, Nov. 20, 2009
Oprah's show is ending. So, what's next for the queen of daytime?
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