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Police: LA celebrity burglaries led by 19-year-old (AP)

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 09:41:16 GMT

<a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/entertainment/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20091107/ap_en_ot/us_celebrity_burglaries_vegas"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/a/p/ap/20091107/capt.d55febb66e7c4cb0988532a027075b34.celebrity_burglaries_ny109.jpg?x=85&y=130&q=85&sig=M0iTIjksnq9dcx.Fty1ybA--" align="left" height="130" width="85" alt="File - This undated file photo released by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department shows Nicholas Frank Prugo, 18, who has been arrested on suspicion of breaking into the homes of Lindsey Lohan and actress Audrina Patridge. According to a Las Vegas police search warrant obtained by The Associated Press on Friday, Nov. 6, 2009 Prugo told Los Angeles police detectives that Rachel Jungeon Lee was the 'driving force' behind the break-ins. (AP Photo/Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, File)" border="0" /></a>AP - Investigators cracked a youthful burglary ring that preyed on Hollywood's rich and famous, often brazenly walking into their unlocked homes to make off with cash, jewels and family heirlooms, authorities said.

Pakistan models defy Taliban with 1st fashion week (AP)

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 11:28:51 GMT

<a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/entertainment/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20091107/ap_en_ot/as_pakistan_fashion_goes_on"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/a/p/rids/20091107/i/r1460779806.jpg?x=130&y=129&q=85&sig=ymGjNx471qXvTOozvmAwOA--" align="left" height="129" width="130" alt="A model takes to the catwalk with a creation by Pakistani designer Zahid Khan labeled Kuki Concepts during Fashion Pakistan Week in Karachi November 7, 2009. The four day long event, which was rescheduled twice due to security concerns, features over 30 Pakistani designers, organizers said. REUTERS/Adrees Latif (PAKISTAN FASHION)" border="0" /></a>AP - Some women strode the catwalk in vicious spiked bracelets and body armor. Others had their heads covered, burqa-style, but with shoulders — and tattoos — exposed. Male models wore long, Islamic robes as well as shorts and sequined T-shirts.

Joe Jackson seeks stipend from Michael's estate (AP)

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:18:42 GMT

<a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/entertainment/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20091107/ap_en_mu/us_jackson_estate"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/a/p/ap/20091106/capt.87dfd88475d843f9b9c9406f59b3ed09.jasckson_estate_ny138.jpg?x=130&y=102&q=85&sig=kaIM6v.gw0M7msW3H8Z0QQ--" align="left" height="102" width="130" alt="FILE - In this Friday Oct. 2, 2009 file photo, Michael Jackson's father Joe Jackson smiles after leaving a guardianship hearing for Michael Jackson in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Nick Ut, file)" border="0" /></a>AP - Michael Jackson's father is seeking an allowance from his son's estate to help cover expenses that exceed $15,000 a month, according to court documents filed Friday.

Honolulu Symphony cancels remaining 2009 concerts (AP)

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:12:33 GMT

AP - The Honolulu Symphony said Friday it's canceling concerts for the rest of the year and filing for bankruptcy, citing a big drop in donations.

Judge OKs plea deal for 'Girls Gone Wild' founder (AP)

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:35:37 GMT

<a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/entertainment/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20091106/ap_en_tv/us_people_joe_francis"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/a/p/ap/20091106/capt.6342cfe3437e44b0a435ab9428107176.people_joe_francis_ny120.jpg?x=88&y=130&q=85&sig=JQnG9R4bTB_0bH6v2RZnqw--" align="left" height="130" width="88" alt="FILE - In a Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009 file photo, Joe Francis, the founder of the 'Girls Gone Wild' video empire, smiles as he leaves the Edward R. Roybal Center and Federal Building court on in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)" border="0" /></a>AP - A judge sentenced "Girls Gone Wild" founder Joe Francis on Friday to 301 days already served and a year of probation for filing false income tax returns and bribing Nevada jail workers.

A&E: Reality show about Jacksons premieres Dec. 13 (AP)

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:29:48 GMT

<a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/entertainment/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20091106/ap_en_ce/us_tv_jacksons_miniseries"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/a/p/rids/20091106/i/r2215200299.jpg?x=130&y=96&q=85&sig=ghDGf0L82qYo_xNR63w8xA--" align="left" height="96" width="130" alt="Brothers of Michael Jackson (L-R): Marlon, Jermaine and Tito serve as pall-bearers during the memorial services for pop star Michael Jackson in Los Angeles July 7, 2009. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni" border="0" /></a>AP - A reality show miniseries about the Jackson family will premiere Dec. 13 on A&E, the network says. Back-to-back hour episodes will air that night at 9 p.m. EST.

Rihanna: Chris Brown 'had no soul in his eyes' (AP)

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 04:04:19 GMT

<a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/entertainment/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20091107/ap_en_tv/us_people_rihanna"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/a/p/ap/20091105/capt.90dae9f37aaf436d8ff09ccbf6673f4b.people_rihanna_nyet315.jpg?x=130&y=89&q=85&sig=SNz6E8iqsWhMcSP336Mv3w--" align="left" height="89" width="130" alt="In this publicity image released by ABC, Diane Sawyer, left, interviews singer Rihanna about her relationship with ex-boyfriend Chris Brown in New York. The interview aired on the morning program 'Good Morning America,' Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009, and will also air Friday on the prime time news program '20/20'. (AP Photo/ABC, Ida Mae Astute)" border="0" /></a>AP - Rihanna on Friday described the horror she felt as her ex-boyfriend Chris Brown was biting and punching her during a violent argument in February, saying she saw "no soul in his eyes."

"A Prophet" nominated for six European film awards (Reuters)

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 20:13:51 GMT

Reuters - MADRID (Reuters) -The French film "Un Prophete" (A Prophet) has been nominated for six European Film awards, including best film and best director, the European Film Academy announced on Saturday at the Seville Europe Film Festival.

Honolulu Symphony cancels remaining 2009 concerts (AP)

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:12:33 GMT

AP - The Honolulu Symphony said Friday it's canceling concerts for the rest of the year and filing for bankruptcy, citing a big drop in donations.

Prime-Time Metered Market Thursday Ratings: CBS Wins; ABC the Network to Beat Among Adults 18-49 (Mediaweek.com)

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:00:10 GMT

Mediaweek.com - -Yesterday's Winners: Survivor: Samoa (CBS), CSI (CBS), Grey's Anatomy (ABC), The Office (NBC), The Mentalist (CBS)

Michael Ball and Imelda Staunton Expected to Star in 'Sweeney Todd' at U.K's Chichester Festival Theatre (Playbill)

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:34:47 GMT

Playbill - Michael Ball and Imelda Staunton are set to star in a new production of Sondheim's 1979 Broadway musical Sweeney Todd, that will open at Chichester Festival Theatre in the 2011 summer season, ahead of a projected West End transfer.

Police: LA celebrity burglaries led by 19-year-old (AP)

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:10:05 GMT

<a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/entertainment/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20091107/ap_on_en_ot/us_celebrity_burglaries_vegas"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/a/p/ap/20091107/capt.d55febb66e7c4cb0988532a027075b34.celebrity_burglaries_ny109.jpg?x=85&y=130&q=85&sig=M0iTIjksnq9dcx.Fty1ybA--" align="left" height="130" width="85" alt="File - This undated file photo released by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department shows Nicholas Frank Prugo, 18, who has been arrested on suspicion of breaking into the homes of Lindsey Lohan and actress Audrina Patridge. According to a Las Vegas police search warrant obtained by The Associated Press on Friday, Nov. 6, 2009 Prugo told Los Angeles police detectives that Rachel Jungeon Lee was the 'driving force' behind the break-ins. (AP Photo/Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, File)" border="0" /></a>AP - A 19-year-old woman was the driving force behind a youthful burglary ring that preyed on Hollywood's rich and famous, often brazenly walking into unlocked homes to make off with cash, jewels and family heirlooms, authorities said.

Korean Fashion Designers Hit New York (Fashion Wire Daily)

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:15:00 GMT

<a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/entertainment/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/fwd/20091106/en_fashion_fwd/koreanfashiondesignershitnewyork"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/a/p/fwd/20091106/capt.fwd10120091105_runway_model.jpg?x=91&y=130&q=85&sig=r4vNe_9YDkkJjmYfME6sdw--" align="left" height="130" width="91" alt="FWD101 Model walks the runway wearing a design by Lilycomes Paris at the Korean Fashion Market Day in New York on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009.(Fashion Wire Daily/Renata Espinosa)" border="0" /></a>Fashion Wire Daily - Nine of Korea's top fashion designers presented a selection of looks from their 2010 collections at a special runway show in New York on Wednesday, Nov. 4, kicking off a two-day preview event for local buyers.

Amoeba co-founder pens record-store novel for teens (Reuters)

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 02:29:04 GMT

Reuters - Label executives occasionally write books about the record business, but it's far rarer to see someone from music retailing knock out a tome about record stores.