January 24, 2012
China Criticizes ‘Hyped’ Reports of Tibetan Clashes
China on Tuesday accused foreign human rights organizations of exaggerating recent clashes between Tibetan demonstrators and police in southwestern China. Tibetan advocacy groups and witnesses said Monday that police in Sichuan province opened…
January 24, 2012
2012 Oscar Nominations to be Announced
The French-made film The Artist is expected to be among the contenders for best picture when the nominees for this year's Academy Awards are announced Tuesday. The critically acclaimed tribute to Hollywood's silent movie era is one of the favorites…
January 24, 2012
Pastor Troy Gets Taken to Court on Fox’s Judge Alex
An angry promoter has taken Pastor Troy to Judge Alex, on Fox television over a missed show and failure to meet the agreement. On Judge Alex, the host/arbitrator is Judge Alex Ferrer, a former police officer, lawyer, and Florida judge who solves…
January 24, 2012
Australia Joins EU in Banning Iranian Oil
Australia says it will follow the European Union in banning oil imports from Iran. Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd said Tuesday Australia will take the same action as the EU, which on Monday agreed to new sanctions against Iran, including freezing the…
January 24, 2012
‘Underworld’ awakens the box office with $25.4 million
2012 continued its box office winning streak this weekend, as Kate Beckinsale replaced herself at the top of the chart. Her new movie, "Underworld Awakening," a 3D fourth installment of the popular vampires vs. werewolves franchise, debuted in…
January 24, 2012
Supermodel Heidi Klum, pop star Seal separate
Pop star Seal and supermodel Heidi Klum have decided to split, the two said in statements released by their publicists. "While we have enjoyed seven very loving, loyal and happy years of marriage, after much soul-searching we have decided to…
January 24, 2012
Aretha Franklin calls off engagement
Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin is putting the brakes on her engagement and impending nuptials. The legendary songstress announced her engagement to her longtime friend William "Willie" Wilkerson at the start of the year, but she tells CNN in a…
January 24, 2012
Hamilton, Rose lead Bulls over Nets 110-95
Derrick Rose had fans gasping in anticipation as he took off on the break, and they were breathless again seconds later as a similar scene unfolded. Both times Rose took it easy on his sore foot. Otherwise, he showed no mercy. Rose…
January 24, 2012
Pierce, Bass carry Celtics over Magic, 87-56
The Boston Celtics ' injuries didn't affect what coach Doc Rivers always wants - solid defense. Paul Pierce and former Magic forward Brandon Bass each scored 19 points to carry the injury-riddled Celtics to an 87-56…
January 24, 2012
Paterno funeral Wednesday
Joe Paterno's family said Monday the legendary football coach will get a two-day viewing and a public memorial this week on the Penn State campus, two months after the university summarily fired him over the phone. The family gave no details on…