Archive for August 13th, 2009

Comedy Central Cancels “Reno 911!”

Comedy Central Cancels “Reno 911!”

Long-running comedy “Reno 911!” has been officially canceled by Comedy Central. Series star and creator Thomas Lennon broke the news of the show’s unfortunate end via his Twitter account Thursday afternoon. “Reno 911! was cancelled at 1:30 pm today. Won’t be wearing the shorts again,” wrote Lennon. The show, which debuted in 2003, aired...
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UFC News: Major Roster Cuts Include Title Contender; News on Fitch’s Next Fight

UFC News: Major Roster Cuts Include Title Contender; News on Fitch’s Next Fight

– AOL Funhouse reported Thursday that recent UFC Middleweight Title contender Thales Leites has been dropped from the roster. After catching heat for his non-aggressive performance in his title shot against Anderson Silva–a fight generally viewed as one of the worst title bouts in UFC history–Leites most recently lost via split decision to Alessio...
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Taylor Swift, Cobra Starship Can’t Top Black Eyed Peas (Hot 100 Report)

Taylor Swift, Cobra Starship Can’t Top Black Eyed Peas (Hot 100 Report)

Though Taylor Swift and Cobra Starship achieved personal milestones on this week’s Billboard Hot 100, neither was able to remove the Black Eyed Peas’ “I Gotta Feeling” from the top slot. “I Gotta Feeling,” the second single from the group’s “The END” album, remains the top song in America for another week. Taylor Swift’s...
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CBS: “Letterman” Repeats Beat “Conan” Originals

NBC has caught criticism within the television industry for spinning its late-night numbers in a way that treats “The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien” as the dominant late night program, even though “Nightline” and “Late Show With David Letterman” frequently post better viewership numbers. CBS fired back with its own aggressive press release Thursday....
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Brooks & Dunn Explain Breakup

In an interview taped for CMT, legendary country performer Kix Brooks explains that his breakup with Ronnie Dunn was not due to a personal conflict. “It’s too good a horse to ride it into the ground,” says Brooks, adding, “We’re still good friends. I’m proud to say we’ve never had a fight, never even...
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Two WWE Names in “MacGruber” Movie, Hulk Hogan News

– WWE is preparing another Hulk Hogan DVD for release this fall. Sources within the company have not clarified whether it will simply be a match collection or if it will take a documentary approach to an aspect of his career. PWInsider.com, which reported the story, interestingly noted that the DVD, due for early...
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Is Adamle Really Hosting WWE RAW On August 24?

Is Adamle Really Hosting WWE RAW On August 24?

According to correspondent reports from Chicago, former RAW general manager Mike Adamle recently confirmed that he would be hosting the Las Vegas edition of RAW on August 24. WWE sources have yet to confirm the story, however, with a PWInsider.com report claiming that Floyd Mayweather’s name has also been thrown around as a guest...
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Who Is WWE’s Top Superstar?, Hardy Update, Trish

Who Is WWE’s Top Superstar?, Hardy Update, Trish

– In WWE announcer Jim Ross’ latest blog, the wrestling veteran puts Jeff Hardy over as the hottest wrestler in the company. “If you are wondering who the hottest WWE Superstar presently is in WWE, it’s Jeff Hardy. As my late, domino playing friend, Ernie Ladd would say, case closed,” wrote Ross. While many...
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RSS Rotten Tomatoes Movie Reviews

  • 87% Inception
    Smart, innovative, and thrilling, Inception is that rare summer blockbuster that succeeds viscerally as well as intellectually. […]
  • 29% Takers
    Takers boasts some gripping set pieces and keeps things moving quickly, but its two-dimensional characters, clichéd script, and brazenly derivative plot make it hard to recommend. […]
  • 71% The Last Exorcism
    It doesn't fully deliver on the chilly promise of its Blair Witch-style premise, but The Last Exorcism offers a surprising number of clever thrills. […]
  • 52% The Switch
    The Switch has an interesting premise and a charming cast; unfortunately, it also has a trite script that hews too close to tired rom-com formulas. […]
  • 39% The Expendables
    It makes good on the old-school action it promises, but given all the talent on display, The Expendables should hit harder. […]
  • 6% Vampires Suck
    Witlessly broad and utterly devoid of laughs, Vampires Suck represents a slight step forward for the Friedberg-Seltzer team. […]