Robert Dougherty

Robert Dougherty

Author of a trilogy of Lost books, concluding with "Lost: It Only Ends Once" now available at Amazon and iUniverse.

Readers can now go to my Yahoo Sports section to see the majority of my new stories.

Have now been quoted in the Columbus Dispatch's "How the golden voice video went viral" story on January 8.

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Wrote the Sports Illustrated Guide to Philadelphia Sports in 2010, at http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/specials/fan-guide-2010/philadelphia.html

Was interviewed on CNN's "The Situation Room" in 2009: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GStMLFMdRcQ

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Named 2010's Most Intriging Writer about Movies by Charlotte Kuchinsky, at http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/6101106/robert_dougherty_named_most_intriguing.html
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  • Patriots-Giants Super Bowl Not Just Rematch of 2008: A Fan's Take
    1/24/2012
    Although the 2008 Super Bowl is the past Patriots-Giants game being remembered the most right now, the 2012 Super Bowl is also a rematch from earlier this season. The Patriots would do better to remember that, since it was their last loss of this year.
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  • The 'Community' 12 Days of Greendale
    12/15/2011
    The hiatus for "Community" is under way, which puts a damper on the holidays and the show's most recent holiday parody epic. Speaking of parodies, this take on "12 Days of Christmas" should remind America and NBC what their neglect has threatened.
  • Golden Globe Nominations for TV as Puzzling as SAG Nominations
    12/15/2011
    The SAG awards unveiled some rather puzzling nominations in the TV categories yesterday. 24 hours later, the Golden Globes barely did better as they had their own share of very puzzling snubs and questionable nominees.
  • Year Rewind: Major Sports Champions of 2011
    12/13/2011
    The year in sports brought about a series of memorable team champions such as the Green Bay Packers, Dallas Mavericks, Boston Bruins and St. Louis Cardinals, and memorable individual champions like Novak Djokovic, Tony Stewart and Rory McIlroy.
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  • 'Community' Hiatus Begins After Gleeful Closing Number
    12/9/2011
    The final "Community" episode before an uncertain hiatus lambasted a much more successful, much less critically acclaimed program. "Glee" got the last "Community" parody slot of 2011 with a series of Christmas musical numbers.
  • Joe Paterno Fired Before One Last Home Game After All: A Fan's Take
    11/10/2011
    There was a very slim case for Joe Paterno to at least coach in Happy Valley on Nov. 12, on the condition that he cannot coach on the road afterwards. But the Penn State molestation scandal finally made even that impossible before last night's firing.
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  • Penn State Scandal Caps Worst Fall in Philly Sports History: A Fan's Take
    11/9/2011
    The city of Philadelphia has had to endure more disappointing sports results and stories than any in recent memory this fall. But all of that is dwarfed by the current Penn State scandal, even though Penn State isn't strictly a Philadelphia institution.
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  • World Series Yields Big Victory for Baseball
    10/30/2011
    Nearly every World Series in the last decade has brought the baseball season to an anticlimactic and quick end. But the Cardinals and Rangers gave baseball its biggest Fall Classic since 2001 and capped off a big September and October.
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  • World Series Game 7 Encapsulates World Champion Cardinals: A Fan's Recap
    10/29/2011
    The Cardinals will be defined by their late season run, their NLDS and NLCS comebacks, and Game 6 of the World Series rather than the Game 7 win that gave them the title. But Game 7 did define what the Cardinals were all about.
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  • 2011 World Series to Be a Repeat of 2010?: A Fan's Preview
    10/19/2011
    Just like last year, the Rangers are facing a Cinderella NL champion in the World Series. Last year, the Giants broke out quickly over the Rangers at home and never looked back, and now the Cardinals hope that history repeats itself.
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  • BCS Rankings Set Up Possible National Semifinals
    10/17/2011
    The first BCS rankings came out Sunday, with several more to come before the title game matchup is set. Yet for all the games that will happen beforehand, only the ones that pit LSU vs. Alabama and Oklahoma vs. Oklahoma State seem to matter now.
  • Dan Wheldon Crash Video Haunting in More Ways Than One
    10/17/2011
    The death of Indy 500 champion Dan Wheldon was even more haunting on video, since ABC had an in-car look at Wheldon in the last seconds of his life before the crash, and the broadcasters quickly reflected on how conditions made a horrific crash possible.
  • Top game-changing plays in World Series history
    10/12/2011
    One play could shift the balance of momentum in the upcoming World Series and change history for both teams -- like it did during famous plays in years like 1985, 1986 and 1988 that made Don Denkinger, Bill Buckner and Kirk Gibson famous.
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  • 'Breaking Bad' Finale: Walt Finally Rings Gus's Bells
    10/10/2011
    Everyone has tried to guess all season how Walt would finally defeat Gus on "Breaking Bad" and how much further he would go to do it. The clues were all laid out even before the finale, but it took two major moments to fully see it and be horrified.
  • 'Drive' Review
    10/4/2011
    The plot of "Drive" is nothing that hasn't been done in mainstream thrillers over the last decade. Yet director Nicolas Winding Refn and star Ryan Gosling subvert "Drive" into an epic hybrid of David Lynch, David Cronenberg and even Martin Scorsese.
  • Seth Rogen, Jonah Hill Make Dramatic Breakthroughs at Same Time
    10/3/2011
    Seth Rogen and Jonah Hill became comedy stars in the Judd Apatow universe with virtually the same persona. But after they each lost weight and struggled to branch out, they each made big breakthroughs a week apart with "Moneyball" and "50/50"
  • September Films Set the Bar High for Fall Movie Season
    10/3/2011
    September is supposed to be filled with poor movies before blockbusters and Oscar bait films take over later in the fall. But the next three months will be hard pressed to find as many acclaimed movies as this September had.
  • Ray of Light Not in the Cards for Red Sox, Braves Again
    9/29/2011
    The Red Sox and Braves have a long history of collapses and upset defeats in October. But their twin collapses this September, and how they both finished off losing their huge wild card leads last night, may take the cake for both unlucky franchises.
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  • 'Person of Interest' Fittingly Premieres on 'Lost' Anniversary
    9/22/2011
    Seven years ago today, J.J. Abrams unveiled 'Lost' and birthed a massive phenomenon that would later turn Michael Emerson into a TV icon. This Sept. 22 fittingly brings Abrams and Emerson back to TV with the premiere of 'Person of Interest.'
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  • 'Breaking Bad' Makes Case for Sterling 2012 Emmy Run
    9/19/2011
    The Emmys mostly had the spotlight to itself last night, although 'Breaking Bad' still aired a big new episode alongside the last hour of the awards. The show couldn't contend for Emmys this year, although it showed why that won't be the case next year.
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  • Emmys See Few Upsets Among Predictable Results
    9/19/2011
    The Emmys had some obvious results and some surprising ones. 'Modern Family' was expected to win but dominated more than anticipated, voters actually remembered 'Friday Night Lights' existed, and a surprise winner got an Emmy and a tiara.
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  • How 'The Lion King' Helped Celebrities Take Over Animated Movies
    9/19/2011
    "The Lion King" has a vast legacy from Broadway musicals to Elton John songs. It was also the first big animated movie where virtually every character had a celebrity voice actor- and virtually every animated film since is now required to have them.
  • Emmy Winners to Be Same Old, Same Old?
    9/18/2011
    The Emmy nominations were topped by the usual past winners and likely repeat champions. But while "Mad Men" and "Modern Family" presumably clean up again, a few categories could have overdue nominees and new contenders making acceptance speeches.
  • Djokovic comes full circle with second U.S. Open rally over Federer: A fan's reaction
    9/12/2011
    When Novak Djokovic saved two match points against Roger Federer in the 2010 U.S. Open semifinal, it was the launching pad to his nearly perfect 2011 season. As such, a second shocking rally over Federer in the 2011 semifinal became the perfect climax.
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  • Eagles Go from Super Bowl Favorites to Underdogs During Preseason
    9/12/2011
    At the beginning of August, the Eagles shot from Super Bowl afterthought to favorite after all their new pickups. One month later, the Eagles are back to underdogs again in the final preseason predictions, as the "Dream Team" hype has peaked already.
  • Can Jane Lynch Be an Emmy Host and Winner in the Same Year?
    9/11/2011
    Since Jane Lynch is the Emmy host and the defending Emmy champ for Supporting Actress comedy, a repeat win should be in the bag. But hosting award shows didn't help Neil Patrick Harris and James Franco win awards of their own in the past.
  • Will Julianna Margulies Get a Make-Up Emmy at Elisabeth Moss's Expense?
    9/11/2011
    Julianna Margulies was upset for the Emmy last year, which makes her more of a favorite to make up for it this year. Yet Elisabeth Moss is equally deserving and overdue, and would probably have a better shot if Margulies didn't get upset last time.
  • Best Supporting Actress Drama Has the Deepest Emmy Field
    9/11/2011
    Not every Emmy category has five or six deserving nominees, or five or six nominees that have a real case to win. This is why the Best Supporting Actress Drama Emmy field is one of the year's deepest, because it meets both requirements.
  • Breaking Bad's Gus Fring Succeeds Ben Linus as TV's Greatest Villain
    9/11/2011
    When Lost was on the air, it had TV's top villain in Ben Linus, who emerged in the middle of its second season to take over the show. Now his successor has been found in Gus Fring of Breaking Bad fame, who has the same unlikely rise and methods.
  • Emma Stone Further Cemented as Summer 'It Girl' with Jim Carrey Video
    8/26/2011
    Emma Stone has had quite a summer for herself, appearing in several films and starring in the new hit 'The Help.' As such, being the center of Jim Carrey's odd affections in a video love letter is just one more example of her increased stardom.
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  • Break point: The most overdue players at the U.S. Open
    8/25/2011
    The usual suspects are expected to dominate at the U.S. Open. But can overdue players like Caroline Wozniacki, Andy Murray -- or any male player other than the Big Three -- finally make a breakthrough after years of waiting?
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  • Self-Publishers Need Marketing to Self-Succeed
    8/23/2011
    I have self-published three books about the TV show Lost through iUniverse, and made little money from it. This proved that marketing and the resources to promote one's book are just as important as actually writing the book.
  • Anne Hathaway, James Franco Struggle in First Post-Oscar Night Projects
    8/21/2011
    Anne Hathaway and James Franco still haven't brushed aside their infamous Oscar night. That bad luck followed them this month, as Hathaway got mixed reviews for her "One Day" accent and first Catwoman photo, and Franco got no credit for being in a hit.
  • Old Movie Franchises Find New Life This Summer
    8/19/2011
    When a movie series is five films older or more, it should be on its last legs. But aging series like Fast and the Furious, X-Men and Planet of the Apes came back to life this summer, while Harry Potter got even better on its eighth and last try.
  • Captain America: The First Avenger Review
    8/16/2011
    Captain America is the first Avenger, but the last one to get his own movie before they all team up next year. While Cap's throwback appeal is more refreshing than outdated in this current era after all, it isn't always enough.
  • Ryan Reynolds Cursed After Sexiest Man Alive Victory?
    8/12/2011
    When Ryan Reynolds became People's Sexiest Man Alive, he seemed poised for a breakout year. But after both Green Lantern and The Change-Up became critical and box office bombs, it's clear that being sexy isn't everything.
  • WETA Digital Becomes the Pixar of Motion Capture Technology
    8/12/2011
    Just as Pixar gave birth to advances in CGI animated movies, WETA digital has advanced motion capture technology to startling effects, as seen in "Lord of the Rings" "Avatar" and now in "Rise of the Planet of the Apes"
  • The Help Joins Controversial 'White Guilt' Genre
    8/11/2011
    While reviews for 'The Help' are mostly positive, many still attack it for being a 'white guilt' story just like the book was. Such movies tend to clean up at the box office and the Oscars, but at too high of a price for many critics.
  • Wisconsin Recall Elections Not a Decisive Defeat for Union Yet
    8/10/2011
    Since Wisconsin Republicans kept the state Senate after Tuesday's recall votes, it is being framed as a massive defeat for unions. Yet it isn't a total defeat, as Democrats can stay strong if they keep two of their Senators from being recalled next week.
  • Rise of the Planet of the Apes Review
    8/7/2011
    The latest attempt to show how Earth became the "Planet of the Apes" gets an added boost from Andy Serkis, WETA, and an emotional journey that goes hand in hand with the usual cautionary tales- although not every aspect of the film is that lucky.
  • Steve Carell Not Off to Crazy Stupid Start to Post-Office Career
    8/1/2011
    Now that Steve Carell is a full time movie star, he has to improve on the mixed performances of his last several films. But his next few projects, starting with "Crazy, Stupid Love" could be what he needs to branch out and have a more diverse future.
  • Can Ubaldo Jimenez Trade Change Indians' Pitching Luck?
    7/31/2011
    The Indians have had to deal aces like Cliff Lee and C.C. Sabathia, and watch them excel and win big elsewhere. Now Cleveland hopes that bringing in Rockies' ace Ubaldo Jimenez will pay off for them, before their current slide costs them the AL Central.
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  • 'The Town' Unlikely Movie of Choice to Inspire GOP
    7/31/2011
    Republicans have to stay united during the debt ceiling crisis, and have to get the Tea Party in line. But by using a clip from "The Town" of all movies to fire members up, their brand of inspiration has inspired head-scratching and ridicule.
  • Transformers: Dark of the Moon 3D Review
    7/30/2011
    Michael Bay set such low standards with the last "Transformers" film, he can't help but do better with "Dark of the Moon" Yet that isn't such a good thing while nothing is blowing up, although the waiting finally pays off in the ruins of Chicago.
  • 'Cowboys and Aliens' is a Box Office Misfire
    7/30/2011
    Having a catchy title, two proven stars and a buzz-worthy genre mash-ups was expected to make "Cowboys and Aliens" a hit. Instead, like other catchy titles before it, this one is underperforming so badly that "The Smurfs" is beating it out.
  • Vince Young's Move to Eagles to Have Vick-Like Results?
    7/29/2011
    Rumors are circulating that Vince Young is ready to be the Eagles' new backup, which inspires comparisons to Michael Vick in many more ways than one. Yet can fans count on a Vick-esque resurgence from Young if it is needed?
  • Carlos Beltran Giants Trade to Swing National League Pennant Race?
    7/28/2011
    The road to the NL pennant and World Series already went through San Francisco. But now that the Giants beat out the Phillies, Braves, Red Sox and Rangers for Carlos Beltran, the prospects for a repeat presumably look even better.
  • How Will Battleship Fare Among Films with Strange Inspiration?
    7/28/2011
    Those who have played Battleship for decades probably don't remember the parts where they're trying to sink aliens or have Liam Neeson in command of the fleet. Yet that's what the movie version had in store in its first trailer.
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  • Is Albert Haynesworth a Worthy Risk for Patriots?
    7/28/2011
    The New England Patriots may sound like an unlikely fit for Albert Haynesworth, who self-destructed as the Redskins' $100 million defensive tackle. But if anyone can set him straight, it may be Bill Belichick. But can it keep the Pats ahead of the Jets?
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  • Braves-Pirates Marathon Ends on Blown Home Plate Call
    7/27/2011
    The Braves and Pirates are playing their biggest series since the 1992 NLCS ended on a play at the plate. Fittingly, their 19-inning marathon Tuesday also ended at the plate, with another Braves win -- although only the umpire thought the throw was late.
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  • Cowboys & Aliens Likely to Be Latest Defeat for Aliens
    7/27/2011
    In the coming showdown between "Cowboys & Aliens" the aliens are at a big disadvantage. This is nothing new for them, since they couldn't win in showdowns like "Monsters vs Aliens" or in two "Alien vs Predator" battles either.
  • Baltimore Ravens Make First Big Post-Lockout Move, Release Several Stars
    7/26/2011
    For the next week, every NFL team has to do rapid salary cap juggling to sign free agents within the next few days. To that end, the Ravens have released three of their most well-known offensive players, although two may be re-signed for less money.
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  • Brinksmanship Defines Obama Speech on Debt, Boehner's Response
    7/26/2011
    Monday night became a night of dueling speeches, as President Obama hit back at Republicans over the debt ceiling negotiations and John Boehner hit back even harder as the race to pass blame overshadowed the race to cut a deal.
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  • Amy Winehouse Death Connected to 'Forever 27 Group' by Coincidence
    7/24/2011
    After Amy Winehouse was pronounced dead, everyone rushed to compare her to the five other legendary rock stars who died at the age of 27. But since most of them died over 40 years ago, their example likely doesn't apply here.
  • Alleged 'Harry Potter' Alternate Ending Does Not End Well
    7/23/2011
    There have been complaints about how the book ending of "Harry Potter" was confusing and sappy, and that the movie ending was too rushed. But a British journalist alleges that J.K. Rowling discarded a much more troubling finale to the series.
  • 'Friends with Benefits' Best of R-Rated Casual Sex Trilogy by Default?
    7/23/2011
    Those who saw "Love and Other Drugs" and "No Strings Attached" may find the R-rated casual sex comedy "Friends with Benefits" very familar. But it seems to have the best reviews and anti-romantic pairing of the group, although the standards weren't high.
  • 'Prometheus' Unlikely to Be Next 'Alien' Movie from Ridley Scott
    7/23/2011
    Ridley Scott is making his first sci-fi film in 30 years, and first alien picture since "Alien" made everyone scream in 1979. But after "Prometheus" showed its first footage at Comic-Con, speculation that it is an "Alien" prequel may start dying down.
  • 'Captain America' Box Office Outperforming Harry Potter, Fellow Heroes
    7/23/2011
    After the record-breaking success of Harry Potter last weekend, it was easy to dismiss "Captain America" as its first major challenger. But Cap may have an easier box office win than expected, and is outperforming the summer's other heroes in the process.
  • Captain America Sets Decent Template for Avengers Expectations
    7/22/2011
    The reviews for "Captain America" have been solid but not great, which puts it alongside most of Marvel Studios' efforts. But Cap and Marvel as a whole cannot settle for just being good when its heroes return for "The Avengers" next summer.
  • Tiger Woods Fires Caddie in Latest Radical Shift
    7/21/2011
    Tiger Woods has undergone a lot of changes lately, although caddie Steve Williams was one of the few constants he had left. Yet he was fired anyway, as Woods is clearly working on starting completely over when he returns from injury.
  • NFL Lockout Status Stalled by Players' Delayed Vote
    7/21/2011
    The NFL lockout will presumably end today, since the owners are anxious to vote and approve a new CBA. But it could all hinge on whether the players are ready to vote and there are doubts, which may backfire on the players in the worst case scenario.
  • Comic-Con Starts Slowly on Opening Day, TV Shows Rule Schedule
    7/21/2011
    The first day of Comic-Con stands to be a bit slower than the other days, since the really huge panels are being saved for later. Day 1 is mainly about TV favorites like "Game Of Thrones," although the movies have "Twilight" as their big highlight.
  • Is Captain America Too Pure for Current Superhero Movie Era?
    7/21/2011
    There are doubts on whether Captain America is too patriotic to resonate with the rest of the world onscreen, but a greater worry in reviews is whether he is too pure and perfect compared to today's darker, morally grey heroes.
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  • Will The Amazing Spider-Man Be Too Similar to Batman Reboot?
    7/21/2011
    The first look at the Spider-Man reboot looked very familiar to some fans -- and it didn't remind them of Sam Raimi's original trilogy. Instead, it reminded them of the darker Batman reboots, but does that formula work for this superhero?
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  • Captain America Seen as Precursor to Next Summer's Superheroics
    7/20/2011
    Thanks to Harry Potter and a slew of new superhero trailers, the movie debut of "Captain America" has been lost in the shuffle. As such, reviews are just now coming in, starting off on a mixed note, although that might not be surprising.
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  • Hunger Games Poster Catches Fire Even Without a Trailer
    7/20/2011
    It has been the recent norm for 2012's big epics to show off new trailers lately, although they won't be out for over a year. But "The Hunger Games" isn't ready to show any footage, yet a fiery new poster was revealed online to make up for it.
  • Jenna Fischer Reveals She is Pregnant with Baby Boy
    7/20/2011
    Although "Office" actress Jenna Fischer disclosed she was pregnant in May, she saved the announcement that the baby was a boy for "The Tonight Show" as she promoted her new dramatic movie and prepared for Pam Beesley to give birth again.
  • NFL Lockout Progress to Finally Ramp Up by Thursday?
    7/20/2011
    NFL fans are told every day that lockout progress has been made, although what they really want to hear is that a deal has been made. If that news doesn't come Wednesday or Thursday, as most expect, then it will serve as the climactic insult in this battle.
  • The Amazing Spider-Man Trailer Becomes Latest Superheroic Leak
    7/20/2011
    For the third time in two weeks, the first look at one of next year's superhero epics has leaked online. But the teaser for "The Amazing Spider-Man" had more to go over before the movie gets an even deeper first look at Comic-Con Friday.
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  • NFL Lockout Ending All Too Slowly for Exhausted Football Fans
    7/19/2011
    Although everyone says the NFL lockout is almost over, all these months of waiting and days of slow progress have to have made fans numb by now. As such, everyone is more impatient than ever for the end and for football to return for good.
  • Bane Dominates Early Dark Knight Rises Teasers
    7/19/2011
    Bane is just one of many potential villains in "The Dark Knight Rises," but he is the only one Christopher Nolan is showing off so far. Will this make him the main threat, especially with his history of brutal fights with Batman?
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  • News of the World Whistleblower Found Dead as Murdoch Scandal Deepens
    7/19/2011
    One of the whistleblowers who touched off the increasingly massive News of the World hacking scandal was found dead Monday. Former reporter Sean Hoare helped expose his paper's actions, but what did that do to him as a result?
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  • The Dark Knight Rises Trailer Search Ends with a Whimper
    7/19/2011
    Batman fans spent a week downloading bootleg copies of the first "Dark Knight Rises" trailer or going to see it in theaters before Harry Potter. But now a solid copy is finally online, yet was all the effort and waiting to see it worth it?
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  • Jersey Shore Season 4 Trailer Filled with Fights, Crashes
    7/19/2011
    A lot of the fireworks for "Jersey Shore" Season 4 in Italy were already spoiled, like Snooki's car crash and a big Mike vs. Ronnie battle. But MTV showed those incidents onscreen for the first time in a trailer prior to the Aug. 4 season premiere.
  • World Cup Final Score to Haunt USA Women for Years
    7/18/2011
    The U.S. women's soccer team survived two straight games despite being outplayed for most of them. But in the World Cup final, they were on the other side of that spectrum after blowing chances to blow out and put away Japan all night long.
  • Harry Potter Box Office Set to Eclipse Dark Knight; Will Record Last Long?
    7/18/2011
    It took three years for the opening weekend records of "The Dark Knight" to get shattered by the Harry Potter finale. But will "Deathly Hallows Part 2" hold the record as long? After all, the next Dark Knight is only a summer away.
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  • Tampa Bay Rays Scoreless in 16 Inning Primetime Battle with Red Sox
    7/18/2011
    The Tampa Bay Rays had a rare prime time showcase Sunday, as they had to beat the Red Sox to keep pace in the AL East. Yet a 1-0 16 inning defeat ended the long night on a rotten note, as losses like that are the worst thing for the third-place Rays.
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  • The Avengers Trailer Emerges in Batman, Harry Potter's Shadow
    7/18/2011
    While everyone was talking about Harry Potter and the "Dark Knight Rises" trailer, moviegoers probably forgot about Captain America and a possible "Avengers" trailer. But the teaser for 2012's other massive superhero epic was leaked Sunday night.
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  • Breaking Bad Season 4 Will Come Down to Walt Vs. Gus
    7/18/2011
    After over a year off, "Breaking Bad" finally revealed whether Walt and Jesse's gamble to save their lives worked or not. But Gus delivered the answer in such a nerve-wracking manner, it became clear that the real struggle has just started.
  • 'Harry Potter' Box Office Breaks Opening Weekend Record
    7/17/2011
    In a matter of hours, the last "Harry Potter" should officially be recognized as having the biggest opening weekend in history. The margin of victory may not be as big as first thought, yet the new $163 million projections are more than enough.
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  • 'Breaking Bad' to Get Even Badder and Better?
    7/17/2011
    AMC is defined by "Mad Men"- and most recently by the fury over "The Killing"- yet "Breaking Bad" has been recognized by many as the network's true star. But the rule-breaking drama is said to be even deeper, darker and better to start Season 4.
  • Casey Anthony Released from Jail into a Hostile World
    7/17/2011
    After firing up America with her murder trial, and with her controversial acquittal, Casey Anthony was made a free woman early Sunday morning. But is the worst still ahead for her, given the difficulties that lie ahead now?
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  • U.S. Women's Soccer Team One Win From World Cup Title
    7/17/2011
    After the USA women's soccer team pulled off two straight unlikely wins, beating Japan for the championship today might look easy. But the Americans still have kinks to work out, and are facing a team that is the real miracle of the tournament.
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  • British Open Topped by Overdue Leaders
    7/17/2011
    Having Darren Clarke, Dustin Johnson, Rickie Fowler and Thomas Bjorn lead the Open Championship after 54 holes may not sound exciting. Yet these leaders have waited for this chance for a while, and one of them may finally break through at a major.
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  • Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony Split Comes as Surprise
    7/16/2011
    Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony's love lives were among the most gossiped in Hollywood, yet their marriage brought an end to that years ago. Now the tabloids are studying them all over again, after the surprising news of their separation on Friday.
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  • Open Championship Flooded with Higher Scores
    7/16/2011
    The British Open is used to having high scores, making Saturday's third round a vintage day so far. No one is shooting below par, thanks to increased wind and rain, which will make it harder for the leaders to take advantage.
  • 'Harry Potter' Box Office Shattering Opening Weekend Records
    7/16/2011
    Box office records are already crumbling under the weight of the Harry Potter finale. "Deathly Hallows Part 2" has already broken the midnight screening and opening day records by a wide margin, and the opening weekend mark is next.
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  • 'Friday Night Lights' Finale Airs on NBC
    7/16/2011
    The majority of "Friday Night Lights" fans have probably watched the series finale a dozen times, whether they saw it on DirectTV or on the Season 5 DVD. But the finale's premiere on NBC brought the show to a definitive end- for now.
  • Carmageddon to Paralyze Los Angeles After All?
    7/16/2011
    After days of warning, Los Angeles is ready for 'Carmageddon' now that Intestate 405 is officially closed for the weekend. But after all the warnings and media hype, will there be paralyzing traffic jams on alternate routes, or are drivers truly prepared?
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  • Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 Review
    7/15/2011
    The grand finale of "Harry Potter" actually turns out to be mostly grand, as it caps the franchise's perfect record with the most epic, emotional moments and battles of all, as Harry and Voldemort meet their destiny once and for all.
  • British Open Championship Leaderboard Remains Wide Open
    7/15/2011
    While the U.S. Open was a blowout, dominated by golf's next big thing, Rory McIlroy isn't in control this time. In fact, he is still trailing the pack, as lesser known golfers and a few more well known names are bunched together.
  • Deathly Hallows Part 2 Box Office Already Challenging The Dark Knight
    7/15/2011
    Harry Potter and Batman are linked together due to the third Batman movie showing its first trailer in front of "Deathly Hallows." Not only that, the Potter finale is already challenging, if not beating, "The Dark Knight's" opening box office records.
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  • Ranking the Harry Potter Movies from Worst to Best
    7/15/2011
    According to critics, the last Harry Potter movie will wind up right at the top of the ranks when all is said and done. But how did the past seven rank in order before the grand finale? This is one possible ranking.
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  • Alison Brie, Gillian Jacobs GQ Pinup Follows Community Emmy Snub
    7/15/2011
    It was a mixed Thursday for fans of NBC's cult comedy hit "Community," which got absolutely no attention from the Emmys. Yet stars Alison Brie and Gillian Jacobs got their share of notice when GQ revealed their revealing pinup for its comedy issue.
  • Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 Saves Summer Movies
    7/15/2011
    Not only are the review scores for the Harry Potter finale the best of the series, they are the best of this summer by far. After the last month was filled with critically panned, disappointing blockbusters, this comes just in time to salvage the season.
  • The Dark Knight Rises Trailer Premieres on Bootleg Video
    7/14/2011
    The wait for the first "Dark Knight Rises" trailer is technically over -- at least for those who have seen bootleg copies of the teaser before they were taken down. But those who got a look were quickly reminded that the saga will end next summer.
  • Emmy Nominees Crowd Out Several Notable Snubs
    7/14/2011
    The Emmy nominees are filled with actors and actresses who are very welcome for fans and critics. However, not every favorite could get in, making the fields a typically mixed bag for excited and disappointed viewers.
  • Glee Season 3 Last for Chris Colfer, Lea Michele, Cory Monteith
    7/14/2011
    "Glee" is set for upheaval, since several characters actually have to graduate. While fans knew that Rachel, Finn and Kurt were among them, it was still a hard blow when Lea Michele, Chris Colfer and Cory Monteith were officially ruled out for Season 4.
  • 2011 Emmy Nominations Have Few Surprises, Big Showdowns
    7/14/2011
    The Emmy nominations turned out well for "Mad Men" "Boardwalk Empire" "Modern Family" "Mildred Pierce" "Game of Thrones" and other likely favorites. But there were only a few surprising snubs and nominees mixed in along with them.
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  • Harry Potter Franchise Best in Movie History?
    7/14/2011
    As the rare franchise without a bomb, the Harry Potter movies already have a place in film lore. But despite its steady quality, the series still only has a handful of films regarded as great and not just good, although the finale may be one of them.
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  • Charlie Sheen Dead Rumors Remain Untrue, Believable
    7/13/2011
    For Internet pranksters and those looking to spread malware with false rumors, it is child's play to trick people by "reporting" that Charlie Sheen is dead. But he is still alive, and still working on developing a roast and a new show.
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  • Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 Reviews Best Ever for Series
    7/13/2011
    The defining statement about the Harry Potter series is how every movie has had positive reviews. But "Deathly Hallows Part 2" is ending things with the best scores in series history, surpassing "Prisoner of Azkaban" and "Goblet of Fire."
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  • One Viewer's Emmy Nomination Wish List
    7/13/2011
    When the Emmy nominations come out Thursday, many shows, actors and actresses will be snubbed, despite complaints from fans and critics. But here are the main shows, actors and actresses who would be on this fan's ballot.
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  • All-Star Game Score Decided by Fielder Homer, Dominant NL Pitching
    7/13/2011
    The National League seemed to have an easy time Tuesday winning the All-Star game by 5-1. Yet half of the offense for the entire night came on Prince Fielder's three-run home run, as the dominant pitching staff took care of the rest.
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  • USA Women's Soccer to Avoid Semifinal Letdown?
    7/13/2011
    When the U.S. men's soccer team got an impossible World Cup win last year, it only delayed the inevitable elimination in the next round. But the women are out to avoid a similar letdown in today's semifinal after their great quarterfinal escape.
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  • Comedy Emmy Nominations to Set Up Glee, Modern Family Rematch?
    7/12/2011
    Freshman hits "Modern Family" and "Glee" stole the comedy spotlight at last year's Emmys, and now "Modern Family" could be favored for a repeat win after the nominations come out. Yet will "Glee" pose the biggest challenge this year?
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  • MTV's 'Harry Potter' World Cup Vote Easily Favors Professor Snape
    7/12/2011
    MTV pit the 64 biggest Harry Potter characters against each other for the Potter World Cup this month. Yet ultimately, the fan choice wasn't Harry, but Severus Snape, who has already been cited as the real star of the final movie.
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  • A Dance with Dragons Finally Waltzes into Bookstores
    7/12/2011
    Fans of HBO's "Game of Thrones" may be impatient waiting for Season 2, yet that wait is nothing, as fans of George R.R. Martin's novel series have waited six years for the fifth book. But at last, "A Dance with Dragons" resumes the war for Westeros today.
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  • Home Run Derby a Battle Between Yankees, Red Sox
    7/12/2011
    The Home Run Derby became a two-man show between stars from the Yankees and Red Sox, just as baseball itself seems to be sometimes. In this showdown the Yankees prevailed, as Robinson Cano's 32 overall dingers surpassed Adrian Gonzalez's 31.
  • Gotham Crumbles in First The Dark Knight Rises Teaser Poster
    7/12/2011
    This week is mostly devoted to Harry Potter, yet the rest of it is devoted to the first teasers for "The Dark Knight Rises." As such, the first poster shows Gotham crumbling down days before the first trailer premieres.
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  • Curb Your Enthusiasm Season 8 Unleashes Divorced Larry David
    7/11/2011
    Larry David hasn't ranted and raved on HBO in almost two years, so he has a lot of time to make up for. Yet the eighth season of "Curb Your Enthusiasm" is letting him off the leash quickly, at least after his divorce becomes final.
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  • HBO Eyes Emmy Comeback with 'Boardwalk Empire,' 'Game of Thrones'
    7/11/2011
    HBO is always the biggest overall winner at the Emmys, yet "Mad Men" has walked off with the major prizes lately. But Thursday's nominations could set the stage for "Boardwalk Empire" and "Game of Thrones" to take back the drama series throne for HBO.
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  • Harry Potter and the Deatly Hallows Part 2 to Join Great Movie Finales?
    7/11/2011
    So many final chapters to a movie franchise end up disappointing everyone, as only a select few series have had truly grand finales. But judging by the buzz for "Deathly Hallows Part 2," the Harry Potter series may be in the grand minority.
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  • Speculation Rampant around Tiger Woods' Golf Channel Announcement
    7/11/2011
    Tiger Woods is rumored to make a special announcement on the Golf Channel Monday, although his agent denies it. If he does make one, it would overshadow the Open Championship buildup, and perhaps rule out a return until 2012.
  • USA Women's Soccer Has Biggest Win Ever Over Brazil
    7/11/2011
    USA soccer experienced its finest hour Sunday when the women saved themselves from World Cup elimination at the very last moment. Not only might it have eclipsed the win for the 1999 title, it may have topped anything the men did as well.
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  • Tour De France to Shake Up After Stage 9
    7/10/2011
    The Tour de France has had an eventul first week, but the race hasn't really started yet. Stage 9 has already shaken things up with a few big crashes, and a likely change in leadership, setting the stage for the next two weeks to come.
  • 'Dancing with the Stars' Champion Hines Wards Arrested for DUI
    7/10/2011
    Hines Ward has had quite a year, with another Super Bowl appearance and a "Dancing With the Stars" title under his belt. Yet the Steelers receiver made more negative headlines by getting arrested for DUI charges on Saturday morning.
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  • U.S. Women's Soccer Reaches Crossroads in World Cup Quarterfinal
    7/10/2011
    With a loss to Brazil in the Women's World Cup quarterfinal, the U.S. will be knocked down another peg in the women's soccer pecking order. But with a win, the Americans will have a real shot at a second World Cup title instead.
  • Kyle Busch Wins NASCAR Race at Kentucky, Leads Standings
    7/10/2011
    The first Sprint Cup race at Kentucky had some speedbumps, especially with a huge traffic jam outside the speedway. But Kyle Busch led all traffic at the Quaker State 400, and his victory made him the new leader in the standings as a result.
  • Derek Jeter Surpasses 3,000 Hits in Shocking Fashion
    7/10/2011
    Not only is Derek Jeter not a home run hitter, he was supposed to no longer be capable of five hit days. So of course, when the time came to finally surpass 3000 hits, he did it with a home run and then got a few more hits for good measure.
  • Yao Ming Retires After Years of Legacy Altering Injuries
    7/9/2011
    Yao Ming was as big an NBA star around the world as Kobe and LeBron once upon a time. But due to injuries, the giant Chinese center had no choice but to retire after just nine years, ending a career that had a few missed opportunities.
  • 'Dark Knight Rises' Trailer Attached to Final 'Harry Potter' Movie?
    7/9/2011
    There will be several long countdowns for Batman fans before "The Dark Knight Rises" finally comes out next year. But at least one wait could end next week, as the first trailer for the sequel is rumored to be attached to the Harry Potter finale.
  • Has Ohio State Football Punished Itself Enough for Scandals?
    7/9/2011
    Ohio State football wants to avoid harsh sanctions from the NCAA for Jim Tressel's misdeeds. Yet the NCAA may not be eager to make the Buckeyes truly pay, so Ohio State's decision to forfeit its 12 wins in 2010 could be enough.
  • 'Horrible Bosses' Box Office Success Latest for R-Rated Comedy Genre
    7/9/2011
    The success of recent R-rated comedies is being labeled as a big trend this summer. After "Bridesmaids" "The Hangover Part II" and "Bad Teacher", "Horrible Bosses" is now the latest raunchy film to exceed box office expectations.
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  • 'Torchwood: Miracle Day' to Earn Immortality for Starz?
    7/9/2011
    Starz is the new home for Captain Jack Harkness and the "Torchwood" crew, as they head for America to find why no one is dying anymore. But with somewhat mixed reviews for the first three episodes, can "Miracle Day" perform miracles for the franchise?
  • Canceled Soaps All My Children, One Life to Live Revived Online
    7/8/2011
    The soap opera genre is dying after so many cancellations over the years. But canceled soaps "All My Children" and "One Life To Live" have found a second life, as a deal was made to produce new episodes online after they leave ABC.
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  • Derek Jeter Inches Toward 3,000 Hits; Could Reach Milestone This Weekend
    7/8/2011
    Slowly but surely, albeit more slowly than most expected, Derek Jeter is approaching the 3,000 hits milestone. He got one step closer with hit #2,998 last night despite a 1-for-5 night and a Yankees loss that dropped the team to second place.
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  • Deadly Fall: Josh Hamilton's Foul Ball Toss Results in Fan's Tragic Death
    7/8/2011
    For the third time this year, a tragic incident took place in the stands at a baseball game. This time, Rangers MVP Josh Hamilton tossed a foul ball into the crowd and a fan reached too far and fell 20 feet to his eventual death.
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  • Rupert Murdoch Closes News of the World to Save Face from Hacking Scandal
    7/8/2011
    Rupert Murdoch came under fire for doing little after his News of the World newspaper was found to have illegally hacked phones for years. Then he went the other extreme by closing the legendary British tabloid, but it may not make things better.
  • Horrible Bosses Becomes Top Summer Comedy Despite Reservations
    7/8/2011
    The black comedy "Horrible Bosses" has been certified fresh on Rotten Tomatoes, which is more than most films from the last month can say. Yet many of the fresh reviews are tinged with disappointment, although the cast helps the critics live with it.
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  • Bill O'Reilly Tries to Have it Both Ways with Anthony Coverage
    7/7/2011
    Bill O'Reilly attacked Nancy Grace and HNL for their 24/7 coverage of Casey Anthony after the verdict, but then devoted the next hour to arguing against Anthony himself. This reflects how the media at large tried and failed to have it both ways.
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  • Deron Williams Eyes Turkey; Could Be First to Relocate During NBA Lockout
    7/7/2011
    The NBA fears that its biggest stars would go to Europe to play basketball if the lockout goes on as long as everyone thinks. If that does happen, the Nets' Deron Williams may start the trend, as he is rumored to be interested in going to Turkey.
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  • Despite Strong Feelings, Casey Anthony Jurors Stuck to Facts
    7/7/2011
    The Casey Anthony verdict seemed to make everyone mad and frustrated. In fact, the jurors seemed to be the only ones who thought Anthony wasn't guilty, judging by the media outrage. To hear Nancy Grace and Bill O'Reilly state it, the jurors were out of their minds not to agree with them and everyone
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  • Funny or Die Puts Football Stars Back in Action in Field of Dreams 2
    7/7/2011
    For the first time in months, the likes of Ray Lewis, Tony Gonzalez and Antonio Cromartie played on a football field. Granted, it was for Funny or Die's latest comedy sketch, which had the locked out players take part in a "Field of Dream" sequel/parody.
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  • Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 Enjoys Warm Reception
    7/7/2011
    No critic will stop the Harry Potter finale from being a massive event around the world. Yet they can dampen expectations for it to actually be as good as anticipated. But after the world premiere, the critics actually heightened those expectations.
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  • Nancy Grace Leads Media Outrage Over Anthony Verdict
    7/6/2011
    Right after Casey Anthony was declared not guilty of murdering her daughter, everyone wondered how Nancy Grace would rant about it, since she has attacked Anthony for years. Grace didn't disappoint, stating that "the devil was dancing" over the verdict.
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  • NFL Lockout Progress Still Fragile During Crucial Talks
    7/6/2011
    This coming week is a crossroads for the NFL lockout, and the league in general. If a deal isn't made by the end of next week, then the regular season could be in great danger after all. As such, fingers are crossed for the next several days of talks.
  • Sarah Jessica Parker Tied for First on Forbes' Highest-Paid Actress List
    7/6/2011
    Sarah Jessica Parker wasn't seen much onscreen this past year, and hasn't been seen much outside of the "Sex and the City" franchise. Yet Forbes has her tied with Angelina Jolie as the No. 1 highest-paid actress in Hollywood this past year.
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  • Why the Casey Anthony Verdict Is Unsurprising
    7/6/2011
    Casey Anthony was demonized ever since she was accused of murdering her 2-year-old daughter Caylee. Yet such treatment didn't get the likes of O.J. Simpson, Michael Jackson and the Ramseys convicted, and it was the same for Anthony after a grueling public trial.
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  • Charlie Sheen Roast to Follow Two and a Half Men Season Premiere
    7/6/2011
    Charlie Sheen may be running out of ideas to annoy Chuck Lorre. He is now so desperate that he is willing to get ridiculed by the Comedy Central roasters just so it can air an hour after the "Two and a Half Men" season premiere with Ashton Kutcher.
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  • Daniel Radcliffe Reveals Alcohol Problem, Newfound Sobriety
    7/5/2011
    Daniel Radcliffe and the Harry Potter kids have been held up as child stars who overcame the usual temptations. Yet Radcliffe revealed that he did have a drinking problem for a while, although he managed to overcome it behind the scenes.
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  • Transformers: Dark of the Moon Box Office Biggest in July 4 History
    7/5/2011
    "Transformers: Dark of the Moon" stormed through the Fourth of July box office for the biggest opening weekend in the holiday's history. Yet it is still behind the last movie, and still has to rack up as much as it can before Harry Potter comes along.
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  • Tour De France Stage 3 Results Rough for Cavendish, Hushovd, Contador
    7/5/2011
    American Tyler Farrar got a special Fourth of July victory in Stage 3 of the Tour de France. Yet more negative fireworks went off between Mark Cavendish and yellow jersey leader Thor Hushovd while Alberto Contador continued to play catch up.
  • Katy Perry's 'Firework' Becomes New Fourth of July Anthem
    7/5/2011
    It is hard to turn on the radio without hearing Katy Perry's "Firework," especially on the Fourth of July. In fact, judging by Monday night's fireworks shows, it may be a new staple for July 4 soundtracks alongside the usual patriotic anthems.
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  • Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest Still Lopsided Without Kobayashi
    7/5/2011
    The Fourth of July is now defined in the sports world by the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest. Joey Chesnut won for the fifth straight year with only 62 dogs, since arch rival Takeru Kobayashi wasn't around to push him further.
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  • Jim Morrison's Ghost Turns 40 Years Old
    7/3/2011
    Jim Morrison "broke on through to the other side" 40 years ago today in Paris. But although he has been dead for 40 years, he and The Doors are still as big as ever, as evidenced by bigger sales, movie biopics, and alleged photographs of Morrison's ghost.
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  • Tour de France Crash is Latest Blow to Contador
    7/3/2011
    Alberto Contador is already under the worst pressure possible, as he tries to win a Tour de France that could be stripped from him next month. Now he may not even have that, after a Stage 1 crash that left him over a minute behind the leaders already.
  • One Final Upset on Women's Side at Wimbledon
    7/3/2011
    The women's tennis field continues to be as wide open as ever, which put new favorite Maria Sharapova in the worst position possible for the Wimbledon final. As such, Petra Kvitova naturally turned out to dominate, en route to her first Grand Slam.
  • Klitschko-Haye Fight Too Lackluster to Help Heavyweight Division
    7/3/2011
    Wladimir Klitschko and David Haye held the most anticipated heavyweight bout in years. But most everyone felt let down when Klitschko went unchallenged yet again, in an easy unanimous decision that gave him his third heavyweight belt.
  • Ragan Wins NASCAR Event at Daytona
    7/3/2011
    David Ragan made a name for himself in the Daytona 500, albeit by losing the lead on a late penalty. But in his return to Daytona, Ragan held on to win the Coke Zero 400 in overtime, and finally claim his first victory.
  • Haye-Klitschko Fight to Revive Heavyweight Division for Boxing?
    7/2/2011
    Boxing is never the same when the heavyweight division isn't making big headlines. Therefore, Saturday's unification bout between Wladimir Klitschko and David Haye will need to live up to the hype, for the good of heavyweights and boxing.
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  • Stage 1 of Tour De France Likely to Favor Sprinters
    7/2/2011
    Alberto Contador and Andy Schleck are likely to dominate the Tour de France over time. But for the very start, sprinters like Mark Cavendish and Thor Hushovd will likely be the headliners in Stage 1, as they start fighting for the green jersey.
  • Chord Overstreet Turned Down as 'Glee' Season 3 Regular
    7/2/2011
    A lot of changes are on the horizon for "Glee" once several characters graduate next year. In fact, Chord Overstreet's Sam may already be on the way out, since Overstreet won't be a regular for Season 3, although Darren Criss and Harry Shum Jr will be.
  • Mega Millions Pays Out $105 Million to Virginia Player
    7/2/2011
    Mega Millions hasn't offered a major jackpot in a while, since $319 million was given out in late March. Friday's drawing was the first to offer $100+ million since then, but the $105 million payout was won pretty quickly by a player in Virginia.
  • Wimbledon Same as Usual for Disappointing Murray
    7/2/2011
    Andy Murray has been on the brink of being Britain's first tennis Grand Slam winner in the modern era for years. But right on schedule, his chances at Wimbledon flamed out in the semis, as he lost his best chance yet to upset Rafael Nadal.
  • 2011 NBA Lockout to Be Worse Than 1998 Shutdown?
    7/1/2011
    The NBA is facing a devastating lockout for the second time since 1998, although Armageddon was prevented 13 years ago. But since owners severely regret the deal they made to save the 1998 season, the 2011 lockout may be harder to stop in time.
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  • Wimbledon Approaches Big Finish with Sharapova, Djokovic Eying Finals
    7/1/2011
    The last weekend at Wimbledon is the biggest of the year in tennis. This year's finish looks to meet that hype, as Maria Sharapova goes for history in Saturday's women's final and the men's semifinalists fight Friday to reach Sunday's grand finale.
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  • Tour De France Already Tainted by Contador Doping Charges
    7/1/2011
    Cycling is already on thin ice as Lance Armstrong's doping allegations get even worse. Now the sport's new dominant champion, Alberto Contador, could be banned from competition next month even if he wins his third straight Tour de France in July.
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  • Can Colbert Super PAC Seriously Impact 2012 Elections?
    7/1/2011
    The Colbert Super PAC started off as a running gag, but now it has become an actual political action committee. As such, what will Stephen Colbert actually do with his unlimited donations, and how will it impact other PACs in 2012?
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  • Will Glenn Beck Follow Keith Olbermann's Footsteps Out of the Limelight?
    7/1/2011
    Glenn Beck was the biggest and most divisive name on cable, yet his Fox News show had its final episode Thursday after declines in ratings and advertisers. Can Beck continue the movement elsewhere, or are his 15 minutes up?
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  • Colbert Super PAC Wins Approval from FEC
    6/30/2011
    Stephen Colbert's Super PAC is in business after he won over the FEC with his testimony this morning. Now he can further show the consequences of the Citizens United ruling, and other Super PACs, on "The Colbert Report" during election season.
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  • Timeout: NBA Lockout Expected to Be Worse Than NFL Shutdown
    6/30/2011
    No matter what, there is no getting away from lockouts in pro sports this year. NFL fans are hopeful that football's lockout will end soon in time to save next season. But at the same time, the NBA is nearing a shutdown that could destroy its next season.
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  • Federer Falls at Wimbledon, Loses Despite Two-Set Lead
    6/30/2011
    Roger Federer isn't quite what he used to be in spite of still being dangerous. However, the old Federer never blew a two-set lead in a major, yet Jo-Wilfried Tsonga made that shocking rally against Federer in the Wimbledon quarters anyway.
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  • Transformers: Dark of the Moon Grosses Almost $40 Million Opening Day
    6/30/2011
    The money will pour in for "Transformers: Dark of the Moon" in the next several days, and it started with the biggest opening day of 2011. However, its $38-40 million first day gross is hardly bigger than the last movie's opening.
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  • The Voice Winner Chosen in Nailbiting Finale
    6/30/2011
    "The Voice" brought its first season to an end with a tight final vote, which separated the top two by only 2 percent. But finally, Team Adam winner Javier Colon came out ahead as the show's first champion, like Kelly Clarkson did for "American Idol."
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  • Mardy Fish the U.S. Contender to Take Down Nadal?
    6/29/2011
    The top four men's seeds are expected to charge into the Wimbledon semifinals, just like at the French Open. But Roger Federer has already lost, and Rafael Nadal is not at full strength for his battle with the United States' Mardy Fish.
  • New Google Social Network to Match Facebook, Twitter?
    6/29/2011
    Google can do mostly anything, but it doesn't have a social network to match the likes of Facebook and Twitter. Yet Google+ is its next big attempt, advertising greater privacy and more personal connections. However, only a few can access it so far.
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  • Gamecocks Take College World Series for Second Year in a Row
    6/29/2011
    Just like last year, the South Carolina Gamecocks were crowned as national champions after a two-game sweep in the finals over Florida. After narrowly pulling off a Game 1 win, the Gamecocks' 16th straight postseason victory came much easier.
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  • The Voice Has One More Number to Close Out Successful Debut Season
    6/29/2011
    "The Voice" has become the next big thing: an alternative to "American Idol" and an actual rare hit for NBC. But it all ends tonight, as the winners of Team Adam, Christina, Cee-Lo and Blake belt off one last time.
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  • Transformers: Dark of the Moon Review Scores Merely Mediocre
    6/29/2011
    The third "Transformers" movie has not been torn apart quite like the second film was. But although it ranks well above the last movie, it is still well below the original -- which didn't rank too high to begin with.
  • Toy Story 4 Rumors Hopefully Premature
    6/28/2011
    Tom Hanks told the BBC that "Toy Story 4" was being worked on by Pixar, which may not be shocking. But if it's true, it may be the worst move possible, as Pixar would risk ruining the perfect ending for the series at a time when the studio isn't perfect anymore.
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  • Wimbledon Results Reflect Chaos of Women's Tennis
    6/28/2011
    Wimbledon is a story of two different tennis circuits, just like the French Open. While the top men's players are all still alive, all of the women's top seeds have gone down, as Caroline Wozniacki and the Williams sisters all got upset Monday.
  • Charlie Sheen's Star Fading as Hollywood, America Move On
    6/28/2011
    Charlie Sheen dominated the news months ago, but now his exploits are met with indifference. In fact, all of his goddesses have left while studios deny that they are developing sitcoms with him and his old show works toward officially killing him off.
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  • College World Series Final Starts with Another Gamecocks Comeback
    6/28/2011
    South Carolina has gotten every break in its last 10 College World Series games and last 15 NCAA tournament games. The trend continued in Game 1 of the finals against Florida, with another extra inning escape fueled by errors.
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  • Michael Bay Enjoys Rare Praise for Transformers: Dark of the Moon 3D Action
    6/28/2011
    3D hasn't been popular with critics and audiences lately, so using it for the third "Transformers" movie would seem to be a kiss of death. But since critics like the style in "Dark of the Moon" thus far, it may be the first must-see 3D film in a while.
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  • College World Series Nears End with Gamecocks-Gators Final
    6/27/2011
    The College World Series has either two or three games left, as South Carolina and Florida begin their best-of-three final showdown Monday. But if the Gators want to pull the upset, they may need to strike first more than the Gamecocks do.
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  • Law and Order: Criminal Intent Not Officially Canceled Yet
    6/27/2011
    The "Law and Order" empire is limping along lately, as only two shows remain. But "Special Victims Unit" is undergoing an overhaul, while most expect "Criminal Intent" aired its last episode Sunday, although USA hasn't laid it off yet.
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  • True Blood Season 4 Jumps into the Future
    6/27/2011
    The big question after "True Blood" Season 3 concerned Sookie's visit to the land of fairies. But the bigger development was what happened when she came back -- and when she was sent back -- as things changed in Bon Temps while she was away.
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  • Celebrity Rehab Season 5 Under Scrutiny After Jeff Conaway Death
    6/27/2011
    The concept of "Celebrity Rehab" has always been controversial, as former stars try to get clean while TV cameras study their every move. But after former patient Jeff Conaway died last month, the show is under greater fire as Season 5 begins.
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  • Transformers: Dark of the Moon Doesn't Need Great Reviews to Be a Hit
    6/27/2011
    The last "Transformers" movie was torn apart in 2009, despite making $400 million in America. Therefore, all "Dark of the Moon" has to do is avoid 20-30 percent scores on Rotten Tomatoes to look much better by comparison.
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  • "True Blood" Season 4 to Have a Witchy Premiere
    6/26/2011
    HBO is riding high after the end of "Game of Thrones" and now has its highest rated show back to keep up momentum. "True Blood" returns with an already-leaked visit to the world of fairies, new romantic complications, and the debut of witches.
  • Wimbledon Hasn't Been Smooth Sailing for Top Seeds
    6/25/2011
    Like with the French Open, the men's top seeds at Wimbledon are working out the kinks early, while the women's favorites have been far less lucky. Yet Rafael Nadal and company are still standing, along with Caroline Wozniacki and the Williams sisters.
  • 'Cars 2' Box Office Easily Overwhelms Rotten Reviews
    6/25/2011
    The first critical bomb in Pixar history is still carrying on the studio's tradition of box office hits. In fact, "Cars 2" did even better than expected on opening day, and could take as much as $75 million for the weekend, despite rare rotten reviews.
  • NHL Draft Starts with Big Moves from Oilers, Wild, Jets
    6/25/2011
    The start of the NHL draft had the Oilers pick first for the second straight year, in hopes things would work out better this time. In addition, the hometown Wild swapped All-Stars with the Sharks, and the new Winnipeg Jets officially made their debut.
  • Peter Falk Dead at 83
    6/25/2011
    Peter Falk was mourned by movie and television audiences on Friday, after his death at age 83. But for all the roles he played, his 35-year stint as famed TV detective Columbo defined him in life and death, in spite of his other work.
  • Florida, South Carolina Reach College World Series Final
    6/25/2011
    Florida and South Carolina needed one win on Friday to reach the College World Series finals, and they both got it. Still, the Gators needed to recover from blowing a 4-1 lead to Vanderbilt, and the Gamecocks didn't eliminate Virginia until the 13'th.
  • Poor Cars 2 Review Buzz to Signal Pixar's Decline?
    6/24/2011
    Now that Pixar has its first critical bomb in "Cars 2," skeptics will wonder if the studio is finally ready to come down to earth. Although there have been ominous signs lately, Pixar is at least still perfect outside of the "Cars" universe for now.
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  • NBA Draft Results Favor Foreigners More Than College Stars
    6/24/2011
    The NBA draft was universally derided as a weak one for college prospects. However, this gave foreign-born players a chance to rise up, as four of the top seven picks never played in the NCAA and one may not be in the NBA until 2012.
  • Ron Artest Requests Name Change; Asks for Metta World Peace
    6/24/2011
    Ron Artest has done many bizarre things over the year, so perhaps his request to change his name to Metta World Peace wasn't out of nowhere. In fact, the peaceful new name may show how he's come far from his volatile past.
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  • NBA Draft Sees Movement, But Nothing Earth-Shattering
    6/24/2011
    A few big names, like Steve Nash, Tony Parker, Lamar Odom and Andre Iguodala, were circulating the trade rumor mill before the NBA draft. However, they all stayed put, although the Spurs, Kings, Bobcats, Bucks, Nuggets and Pacers did make some moves anyway.
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  • Virginia Only Non-SEC Contender in College World Series Semifinals
    6/24/2011
    The College World Series final four is all set after Virginia blew out California again. Now the Cavaliers are the sole semifinalist outside of the SEC, as Virginia and Vanderbilt try to derail an all-conference final between South Carolina and Florida.
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  • Negative Reviews Latest Black Mark for Cars Franchise
    6/23/2011
    Although the "Cars" franchise is so personal to Pixar mastermind John Lasseter and the sequel is a drastic reinvention, the series seems to be the black sheep of the Pixar family. That reputation has been cemented with the low reviews for "Cars 2."
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  • Pottermore Website to Reveal Harry Potter E-Books, New Secrets
    6/23/2011
    The Harry Potter universe should have no more new material left, since the books are over and the movies will soon follow suit. But J.K. Rowling's upcoming "Pottermore" website will offer new deleted information and put every novel in e-book form.
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  • Tim Thomas, Corey Perry Lead NHL Awards Winners
    6/23/2011
    Although the biggest NHL award of them all was given out to Tim Thomas and the Boston Bruins last week, some final honors were given out Wednesday. Thomas took home another Veniza Trophy while Cory Perry pulled an upset for MVP.
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  • Trade Rumors, Lockout Talk Heat Up as NBA Draft Approaches
    6/23/2011
    The NBA draft doesn't have a huge collection of prospects this year, so teams may not mind trading their picks as much -- especially if they are the last moves before a lockout. As such, veterans like Steve Nash and Tony Parker are no longer untouchable.
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  • College World Series Bracket Filled by SEC Teams
    6/23/2011
    The SEC is usually the overwhelming power in college football, yet it is starting to overwhelm college baseball at the World Series. Three out of four semifinal spots are filled by SEC teams, with Vanderbilt joining South Carolina and Florida.
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  • Cavaliers Look to Combat Poor Season, LeBron Memories with Draft
    6/22/2011
    One year after suffering through "The Decision," the Cavaliers have two big decisions of their own to make in the NBA draft. Taking Kyrie Irving at No. 1 appears to be certain, yet can Cleveland pick or trade for another big young star with the No. 4 spot?
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  • Cars 2 Review Scores Already Worst in Pixar History
    6/22/2011
    There are still dozens of reviews still to come in for Pixar's "Cars 2." However, the movie already has more rotten reviews than several Pixar classics. The original was regarded as the studio's least great film, but the sequel is sinking lower already.
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  • The Killing Finale Alienates Audience with Lack of Closure
    6/22/2011
    When AMC's "The Killing" premiered, critics fell over themselves to praise it. Now, days after the finale, critics and viewers continue to fall over themselves to bash it instead, as its lack of resolution has cemented the show's apparent decline.
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  • South Carolina, Florida Teams to Beat in College World Series
    6/22/2011
    Four teams left in the College World Series need three straight wins to reach the finals. However, SEC rivals South Carolina and Florida only need one, which they ensured with convincing wins over Virginia and Vanderbilt Tuesday.
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