America’s Must-See Civil War Sites
America’s Must-See Civil War Sites: Washington, D.C.
One hundred fifty years ago, the United States was plunging inexorably into the Civil War, in which more than 600,000 Americans died — almost as many as all other U.S. wars combined. The war’s sesquicentennial is drawing travelers to numerous sites around the country that commemorate the conflict; what follows are a baker’s dozen of the best. There is no more meaningful place to start — or finish — measuring the weight of America’s worst war than the beautiful monument to Abraham Lincoln that anchors one end of the National Mall in Washington, D.C. And to consider Lincoln’s charge at Gettysburg, which still rings today: “…To be dedicated to the unfinished work which they who fought here have thus nobly advanced.”
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America's Most Incredible National Parks
America's Most Incredible National Parks: Grand Canyon
The sheer size of Arizona’s Grand Canyon can overwhelm the senses: It’s 277 river miles long, up to 18 miles wide and a mile deep. Upon visiting the area in 1903, President Theodore Roosevelt, an avid outdoorsman, advocated for its protection, saying, “The ages have been at work on it, and man can only mar it. What you can do is to keep it for your children, your children's children, and for all who come after you, as one of the great sights which every American should see.” Grand Canyon National Park was established on Feb. 26, 1919.Summer 2011 reading picks
Summer
reading picks
You could
squander your summer plowing through a pile of trashy paperbacks. You
could spill iced tea or margaritas on their pages and never mind the
damage. But if summer brings you more than your usual quotient of time
to relax, why not delve into books with a little more meat on their
bones? Beyonce copy cat
Beyoncé's performance of "Run the World (Girls)"
at last Sunday's Billboard Music Awards earned her a standing ovation and had
fans buzzing, but some are criticizing the singer for copying another
performer's routine. Italian pop star Lorella Cuccarini gave a similar
performance last year.
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Ryan reynolds divorce
In the wake of news that Ryan Reynolds
and his wife of two years, Scarlett Johansson had split, Reynolds filed
for divorce in Los Angeles Superior court on Thursday, according to People.com.The couple announced their separation on Dec. 14, saying in a joint
statement that, "after long and careful consideration on both our parts,
we've decided to end our marriage. We entered our relationship with
love and it's with love and kindness we leave it.Less than a week later, rumors surfaced claiming that Johansson, 26, had
mistreated Reynolds, 34. "It never seemed like she made him a
priority," a source told the UsWeekly.com, adding that Reynolds had been open about his marital problems months ago while working on the set of "Green Lantern."
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pippa middleton oprah
As Catherine enjoys her honeymoon with new husband Prince William
after a flawless royal wedding, back home her little sister Pippa has
sparked a media storm all of her own.
The two sisters had long been seen together at parties, the pair
strangely interchangeable with their glossy brown hair and
figure-hugging dresses.
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olivia wilde bradley cooper
Bradley Cooper and Olivia Wilde were flirty and inseparable at Monday's Cinema Society afterparty for The Hangover II, held at NYC's Standard Hotel Sunday night.
Lady gaga 1 million week
Lady Gaga
has raised $1 million week for relief efforts for the victims of Japan's
earthquake and tsunami disasters, and she vows to continue.
She might be a rich girl, but Gwen Stefani is also a generous humanitarian.
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French first lady expecting a boy?
French first lady expecting a boy?
Sources have told a British newspaper that French First lady Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, 43, is expecting a boy. President Nicolas Sarkozy, 56,
was reportedly furious when his father recently told reporters that he
was "mad with joy" about the pregnancy, which has been the focus of rampant rumors.
Gigi Goyette claims affair with Schwarzenegger
Gigi Goyette claims affair with Schwarzenegger
Gigi Goyette, who says she first had a fling with Arnold Schwarzenegger during the 1970s, claims the two had an affair while he was married to Maria Shriver. The news comes a week after the former California governor confirmed he had fathered a love child during his marriage.
Former Pussycat Doll replacing 'X Factor' judge
Former Pussycat Doll replacing 'X Factor' judge
British singer Cheryl Cole, 27, will no longer be a judge on Simon Cowell's new show, "The X Factor" .Instead she will be replaced by former Pussycat Dolls member Nicole Scherzinger, 32, No word on why Cole is out. Scherzinger will join Cowell, a former "American Idol" judge and a big music producer at the judges' table.
Former Ohio State player admits to selling memorabilia
Former Ohio State player admits to selling memorabilia
A former Ohio State player has admitted to the school's newspaper that he sold team memorabilia for cash and received other perks when he played for the team. Some Ohio State players have been suspended for the first five games of the season, and the team's coach is under investigation by the NCAA.
New 'Stooges' actors caught in costume
If they'd had their way, the Farrelly brothers ("There's Something
About Mary") would have made their dream "Three Stooges" film with their
first choices: Sean Penn as Larry, Jim Carrey as Curly, and Benicio Del
Toro as Moe. It very nearly happened back in 2009, but the casting fell through and the project was put on hold.
National Tap Dance Day
Famous tap dancers
Today is National Tap Dance Day, celebrating an American art form that extended over the last century, from Bill "Bojangles" Robinson to the Irish heritage of Michael Flatley. The day was created in 1989 the same year many of America's tap masters appeared in a cinematic celebration of tap.
Funny Look: Beautiful Eye Makeup
Thanks to this eye makeup all the guys will look into your eyes and nowhere else!
And even the silicone will not need to attract attention;)
And even the silicone will not need to attract attention;)
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Elizabeth Taylor's home on sale for $8.6 mil
Tuesday, May 24 marks the twentieth anniversary of the day "Thelma & Louise"
first rolled into movie theaters. It actually opened modestly, coming
in at fourth place in the box office for its first weekend -- Bruce
Willis' notorious bomb "Hudson Hawk" actually out-earned it for third
place.
Lady Gaga gobbles Dave's interview question
There is something Lady Gaga should probably know: Madonna did crazy on Letterman in 1994, when the Queen of Pop cursed, puffed a cigar, gifted Dave with her underpants, and generally irritated the Late Show host so severely for 20 excruciating minutes, he screamed into the camera, "Ladies and gentlemen, turn down your volume... there's something wrong with her!"
Others have tried to do crazy -- Joaquin Phoenix deliberately made Letterman's show part of his I'm Not There hoax -- but nobody has matched Madonna's effortless insanity from 17 years ago.
Beyoncé's copycat dance routine
Many were impressed when Beyoncé thanked fired Destiny's
Child members LeToya Luckett and LaTavia Roberson in her Billboard Music Awards
acceptance speech Sunday night when she received the Millennium Award.
Likely fate of reclusive heiress's fortune
The intensely reclusive copper heiress Huguette Clark died Tuesday at
the age of 104. Now, the fate of her estimated $500,000,000 fortune she
inherited from her copper mining magnate father, W.A. Clark will have
to be determined. And for someone who has dedicated the last two decades
of her life to keeping people away from her, that's going to be very,
very difficult.
Winner named on 'Dancing With the Stars'
It was the first time in several seasons that there was no lone
frontrunner leading into the "Dancing with the Stars" final, but after
10 weeks of competition, one team has emerged as the winners of the
mirrorball.
Republicans suddenly on the defensive
Little more than a month after they backed sweeping changes to
Medicare, Republicans are on the political defensive, losing a House
seat long in their possession and exhibiting significant internal
strains for the first time since last fall's election gains.
Rock star's daughter is actress on the rise
This year's Cannes Film Festival featured a new ingenue walking the red carpet: 19-year-old Eve Hewson. And while you might not recognize her face or her name, you do know her father -- U2 frontman Bono.
Code name for Obama raises eyebrows
The label certainly appears to fit in the minds of British police.
Scotland Yard, the UK's police force, has given Obama the security
codename 'Chalaque' for his visit this week to the United Kingdom, the UK Daily Mail reports. The term is reportedly a Punjabi word meaning someone who is too clever for his own good, according to the newspaper.
Best Bro Movies
Best bro movies
'The Hangover Part II' opens today. Check out this must-see list of other dude-heavy films.
The guys from the 2009 blockbuster "The Hangover" have
another wedding to go to in "The Hangover Part II", which is hitting
movie theaters May 26. With an exotic location and the same cast and
director as its predecessor, it's likely to be another hit. Find out how
it compares to other great "bro" movies.
'The Hangover Part II' opens today. Check out this must-see list of other dude-heavy films.
Deadliest United States tornadoes
Deadliest twisters
The cyclone that swept Joplin,
Mo., Sunday evening is the latest in a long line of destructive
twisters. Here are the 10 most deadly U.S. tornado events
on record, by the number of deaths.
Stars’ post-baby body secrets
Post-baby body secrets
Movie star Penelope
Cruz recently shared her post-baby
body secret after having son, Leo, in January. Find out how some of the biggest stars shed
their baby weight and be ready for swimsuit
season with their weight-loss tips.
The Most World’s Craziest Car
For most people, a car is a
four-wheeled transportation device with a
couple of seats, a steering wheel and some semblance of a body covering
the engine, suspension and other oily bits. Certainly, there's room to
be creative within these confines, but for a certain group ... well,
let's just say they've been thinking outside the box.
Celeb Honeymoon Destinations
Celeb Honeymoon Destinations
Celeb honeymoon destinations.The world was abuzz with
rumors about where royal newlyweds Prince William and Kate Middleton
would honeymoon. Check out these celebrity honeymoon destinations and
see where Kate and William landed after the kiss.
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Illustrator Wesley Eggebrecht
Eggebreht Wesley (Wesley Eggebrecht) - freelance illustrator from Michigan. Among the admirers of his talent, Nike, Converse, Front Magazine, Soup Graphix, Flow Snowboards, Popular Mechanics and others.
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Failed TV Comebacks
Failed TV comebacks
"The L-Word" actress Jennifer Beals joined a host of other stars when her recent TV comebacks fell short. Not one, but two, of her shows were canceled by FOX in mid-May. Watch Jennifer in her glory days as Alex in an '80s dance classic and read on to see which other stars ' TV comebacks didn't 't make the cut.
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Milestones of the civil rights movement
Civil Rights Movement Milestones
Civil
Rights Movement Milestones. Fifty years ago this month, a group of
activists called the Freedom Riders rode buses through the South to try
to thwart segregation, but they faced violent consequences. Here’s a
look at those riders and at other pivotal moments in the civil rights
movement.
Actors Who Sing
Actors who can really sing
As the second season of the hit TV musical "Glee " comes to a close the actors are proof that acting and singing can come in one pretty package. Even Charlie Sheen has caught the singing bug with the release of his new single ""Winning, " to benefit disaster relief. Here are some actors with some real musical talent.
Jeff Bridges
Veteran actor Jeff Bridges eased into singing with a performance on a popular late night show where he performed "I Don't Know " from his Oscar-winning role.
Anne Hathaway
Actress and 2011 Oscar co-host, Anne Hathaway enchanted audiences and serenaded this famous actor. She sang two songs in a bewitching fairy tale and gave voice to a free-spirited bird in 2011's "Rio " and showcased her musical talents for two songs in the film and the soundtrack.
Bruce Willis
Known for his "Die Hard " series, Bruce Willis enjoyed a brief music career with a hit single reaching the No. five spot on the charts in 1987. He followed up with another album, but has since largely stayed away from the music since.
Catherine Zeta-Jones
Before her breakout film Catherine Zeta-Jones attempted a music career in the United Kingdom. Her vocal talents were showcased in the big-screen version of "Chicago "
Dennis Quaid
Dennis Quaid plays with his band The Sharks for the love of playing
but has not sought a recording contract. The band has played shows for
the past 11 years and has included songs by a former Quaid character.
Evan Rachel Wood
Vampire queen on a hit HBO show , actress Evan Rachel Wood provided the vocals for Lucy in the musical romance "Across the Universe," a film inspired by one of the biggest boy bands of all time.
Kevin Costner
Kevin Costner founded the country rock band Modern West in 2007. The band has released two albums and has toured internationally. Modern West also performed at this major sporting event in 2007.
Kevin Spacey
Oscar-winner Kevin Spacey added his vocal talents to the soundtrack for "Beyond the Sea, " in which he portrayed a classic rock 'n' roll singer.
Lauren Ambrose
Classically trained as an opera singer Lauren Ambrose now sings New Orleans-style ragtime with the seven-piece band Lauren Ambrose and the Leisure Class.
Leighton Meester
Leighton Meester of "Gossip Girl " fame, played the role of a young country singer in this recent film. She has released several singles and an album.
Minnie Driver
Though she did not sing in the film version of "Phantom of the Opera, " Minnie Driver did sing a song that composer Andrew Lloyd Webber wrote for the film. Her album includes many of her own songs.
Robert Downey Jr.
"Iron Man " star Robert Downey Jr. has sung on several of his movie soundtracks and released his own album.
Russell Crowe
Russell Crowe fronted the rock band commonly abbreviated TOFOG and released several tracks. A few members of the band, including the actor, evolved into The Ordinary Fear of God who continues to record and tour.
Scarlett Johansson
Golden Globe nominee Scarlett Johansson debuted her first album with cover songs from Tom Waits. Her second album is a collaboration with singer/songwriter Pete Yorn.
Zooey Deschanel
Born into a Hollywood family Zooey Deschanel was destined for the silver screen, but her talent doesn't stop there. She is one half of the indie folk duo. She & Him and plays the piano and ukulele.