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Helen Mirren Plays Queen for Boy With Terminal Cancer

Donald Deane — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:44:16 +0000

After Queen Elizabeth II said no to a dying boy’s wish to visit Buckingham Palace, Helen Mirren, who’s currently playing Her Majesty onstage, stepped in and made his dream come true. Dame Mirren, we love you even more now. Apparently, the Queen declined to meet 10-year-old Oliver Burton, who suffers from Down’s syndrome and terminal [...]

Nightclub in Trouble for Putting in Two-Way Mirror in Women's Bathroom

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:33:46 +0000

There are two sides to every story. And sometimes there are two sides to every mirror. In a story that, ahem, reflects poorly on the establishment, a new Scottish hot spot called the Shimmy Cub has found itself in hot water for installing two-way mirrors in the women’s room, without telling anyone. As you can [...]

Will Smith Breaks Out Old-School Jam 'Summertime' on Letterman

Kyle Dowling — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:19:30 +0000

A couple of nights ago, Will Smith stopped by David Letterman’s ‘Late Show‘ to promote his newest film ‘After Earth.’ But before he did, the one-timeÂ Fresh PrinceÂ delivered an impromptu summer jam.Â While making his way to the chair, Big Willie Style noticed the CBS Orchestra was playing a familiar tune: the rapper/actor’s ’90s favorite ‘Summertime.’ [...]

Hero Dad Goes Out to Buy Daughter Ice Cream, Winds Up Stopping Robbery

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:11:44 +0000

A good dad has proven to be an even better Good Samaritan. Frank Ventola ran out to the supermarket in Denver to pick up some ice cream for his daughter last weekend, only to single-handedly stop a man trying to rob Vicodin from the store’s pharmacy. Ventola was on the hunt for coffee ice cream [...]

Mom Forces Stepdaughter to Wear Thrift Store Clothes for Being a Bully

Donald Deane — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:47:58 +0000

We've seen parents use unique methods to punish kids in the past -- through Facebook and by making them carry signs on busy streets, for example. But a Utah woman punished her stepdaughter in the most creative way yet by forcing her to wear ill-fitting thrift store clothing for being a bully.

'The World's End' Trailer: Prepare for Drunken Annihilation!

Nick Romano — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:24:09 +0000

Get ready for Barmageddon! Director Edgar Wright and Focus Features have released the theatrical ‘Word’s End’ trailer, and it’s exactly what we expect from the guy who brought us ‘Shaun of the Dead.’ Only this time there’s aliens…or robots or something. Remember that one teaser-y look we got not too long ago? Well this brings [...]

Jason Boland and the Stragglers 'Dark & Dirty Mile' – CD Review

Dave Wheaton — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:17:59 +0000

We've come to expect certain things when you listen to a new Jason Boland and the Stragglers CD over the past 15-plus years. Expect new music to stay true to the dancehall country music that made them Texas/Red Dirt music icons. Expect great lyrics, and fantastic musical arrangements that are incredibly easy to listen to. And, of course, you can expect to enjoy one of the best vocalists in country music. With the release of their seventh studio album, 'Dark & Dirty Mile', it's good to know that some things never change.

'Epic Rap Battles of History' Goes Live For Comedy Week

Kyle Dowling — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:15:02 +0000

A while back we gave you the 'Epic Rap Battle' between classical composer Mozart and modern day electronic musician Skrillex. Well, thanks to YouTube's Comedy Week, you can check out the battle LIVE!

The Most Amazing Trampoline Flip Trick-Shot You Will Ever See

Frank Pain — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:04:15 +0000

You’ve probably seen trick shots performed by Dude Perfect, but have you seen this kid make a 63 foot trick-shot while doing a trampoline trick-shot? This is a legit video. The people who shot it, did it from 3 different camera angles to prove authenticity. All in all, this is amazing. [button href="http://keyj.com/dude-perfect-takes-on-the-arena-with-some-crazy-basketball-trickshots/" title="Watch Dude [...]

Idiot Alert: Drunk Climbs Budweiser Truck Then Falls Off at The Preakness Stakes

Frank Pain — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:45:01 +0000

Horse racing, especially those in the Triple Crown, is stereotypically an event filled with the rich and pompous. What you don’t typically see at a horse race when flipping on the tube is the ‘party’ that goes on. Judging by this video, it appears The Preakness Stakes wasn’t immune to funny drunken behavior. Looks like [...]

Short on Cash? Restaurant Lets You Work Off Your Bill

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:36:39 +0000

There’s a restaurant out there that will let you eat up without making you pay up. But, there is a catch. While we in the US are greeted with gimmicks like Chili’s two-for-20, a restaurant in the Spanish city of Terrassa has come up with a novel way to serve cash-strapped customers, as the country [...]

'Hangover 3′ Review

Matt Singer — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:44:18 +0000

'The Hangover' giveth and 'The Hangover' taketh away.

The first 'Hangover' made Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, and especially Zach Galifianakis stars, and it elevated Todd Phillips from middling Hollywood director to name-brand comic auteur. But in the film industry, success that surprising and enormous demands more success; the beast must be fed. But as 'The Hangover Part II' and especially the new 'Hangover Part III' prove, it is very hard to make a good sequel to a truly original idea. 'Part II' went the rehash route, recycling the plot of the first movie so brazenly you almost had to admire its chutzpah. 'Part III' finally breaks with the formula a little (SPOILER ALERT: there is no hangover), but still doesn't produce anything even remotely worthy of the first film.

The 'Swingin' Tex-Fest' to Benefit the Ben Richey Boys Ranch Returns to Abilene June 14th and 15th

Rudy Fernandez — Wed, 22 May 2013 04:57:23 +0000

This years two day "Swingin' Tex-Fest" to benefit the Ben Richey Boys Ranch will feature some new talent and some familiar names like Mark Powell and Lariat. The big news is, the change of venue, last year "Swingin' Tex-Fest" was held at the Taylor County Fairgrounds. This year Swingin' Tex-Fest organizers have moved the event to the newly opened "Back Porch of Texas" located near the I-20 and Highway 83/84 intersection. Check out who all is coming.

The 'Swingin' Tex-Fest' to Benefit the Ben Richey Boys Ranch Returns to Abilene June 14th and 15th

Rudy Fernandez — Wed, 22 May 2013 04:57:23 +0000

'The Killing' Season 3′s Latest Trailer: The Beginning of a New Spree!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 22 May 2013 04:47:34 +0000

Like most, we were surprised to hear that AMC's rain-soaked murder mystery drama 'The Killing' would return for a third season after the network initially passed due to mediocre ratings and waning critical interest. But now that 'The Killing' season 3 has taken on a new case with many more killings, might the AMC drama's third season win us over by the June 2 premiere? Check out the latest trailer to decide for yourself!

Kellie Pickler Wins 'Dancing With the Stars'

Billy Dukes — Wed, 22 May 2013 03:02:57 +0000

Kellie PicklerÂ has been named the winner of Season 16 of ‘Dancing With the Stars,’ besting Disney star Zendaya in the final two. “Grandpa Ken, we got you the trophy buddy,” partner Derek Hough shouted, referring to the man who raised Pickler. NFL player Jacoby Jones finished third, withÂ gymnastÂ Aly Raisman finishing fourth. The final episode of [...]

'Man of Steel' Trailer: Zod Will Make Us Suffer

Damon Houx — Wed, 22 May 2013 02:57:32 +0000

While struggling to discover his true identity and purpose, Clark Kent must become the hero known as “Superman” not only to shine as the world’s last beacon of hope but to protect the ones he loves.

Abilene Native Aaron Watson Releases His New Song "Summertime Girl"

Rudy Fernandez — Wed, 22 May 2013 01:21:58 +0000

Abilene native Aaron Watson just released his new summer song, adding to the mountain of summer songs that have recently been released. While all other entries into the summer of 2013 theme songs are somewhat "novelty" songs. Watson sets himself apart by the style and content of his new song titled "Summertime Girl". It's a more serious, more grounded song, with a more mature theme.

'Hannibal' "Trou Normand" Preview: Is Will Losing His Mind?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 22 May 2013 01:00:01 +0000

Fans of NBC's 'Hannibal' might be going off the deep end in anticipation of a season 2 pickup, but it's nothing compared to what's happening to the show's protagonist Will Graham (Hugh Dancy). The latest preview for Thursday's upcoming "Trou Normand" sees Will reaching a breaking point over his gift for empathizing with serial killers, but will Hannibal help him cope, or encourage Will's darker tendencies? Check out a preview of the next 'Hannibal' to find out!

'Pacific Rim' Featurette' See How the Jaeger Pilots Work Together

Damon Houx — Tue, 21 May 2013 23:52:34 +0000

Though the advertising for Guillermo del Toro's 'Pacific Rim' has mostly focused on the epic battles between monsters and giant robots (which are called Jaegers), we're curious if there is more going on in the movie that just large scale smackdowns. The latest featurette allays our fears by playing up the "neural handshake" that happens between the Jaegers co-pilots.