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SALOME’S STARS FOR RELEASE WEEK OF JAN. 26, 2009   ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Taking some time out of your usually busy social life could be just what you need to help you focus on putting those finishing touches on your plans for a possible career change.   TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A misunderstanding about a colleague’s suggestions could create a delay in moving on with your proposal. But by week’s end, all the confusing points should finally be cleared up.   GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You might feel … [Read more...] about SALOME’S STARS 1-26

CELEBRITY EXTRA By Cindy Elavsky   Q: Can you please tell me who sings the song about having a bad day on the NFL commercial for fantasy football? — Linda M., via e-mail   A: The song is called “Bad Day,” and it’s by Canadian singer Daniel Powter. It was a single from his second album, “Daniel Powter” (2005). The song grew in popularity in the States when it was played during the farewell video package during the fifth season of “American Idol”; as contestants were voted off the show, the song was played to a montage of … [Read more...] about CELEBRITY EXTRA 1-26

COUCH THEATER - DVD PREVIEWS By DNA SMITH   New DVD Releases for the Week of January 27, 2009 PICK OF THE WEEK   "RocknRolla" - Director Guy Ritchie returns to form with this high-octane British gangster romp. Starring Gerard (SPARTAAA!!!) Butler as a two-bit mook named One-Two who gets involved in a caper involving a Russian painting, a shady accountant (Thandie Newton), competing factions of the underground, a rock star and a dizzying array of interlocking story lines and plot twists. Fans of "Snatch" and … [Read more...] about COUCH THEATER 1-26

TOP TEN MOVIES   1. Gran Torino (R) Clint Eastwood, Christopher Carley 2. Bride Wars (PG) Kate Hudson, Anne Hathaway 3. The Unborn (PG-13) Odette Yustman, Gary Oldman 4. Marley & Me (PG) Owen Wilson, Jennifer Aniston 5. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (PG-13) Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett 6. Bedtime Stories (PG) Courteney Cox Arquette, Keri Russell 7. Valkyrie (PG-13) Tom Cruise, Kenneth Branagh 8. Yes Man (PG-13) Jim Carrey, Zooey Deschanel 9. Not Easily Broken (PG-13) Morris Chestnut, Taraji Henson 10. Seven … [Read more...] about TOP TEN MOVIES 1-19

TOP TEN VIDEO, DVD as of Jan. 17, 2009   Top 10 Video Rentals   1. Burn After Reading (R) George Clooney (Universal) 2. Death Race (R) Jason Statham (Universal) 3. The Dark Knight (PG-13) Christian Bale (Warner) 4. Eagle Eye (PG-13) Shia LaBeouf (DreamWorks SKG) 5. Mamma Mia! (PG-13) Meryl Streep (Universal) 6. Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor (PG-13) Brendan Fraser (Universal) 7. Traitor (PG-13) Don Cheadle (Overture Films) 8. Wanted (R) James McAvoy (Universal) 9. Step Brothers (R) Will Ferrell … [Read more...] about TOP TEN VIDEO, DVD as of Jan. 17, 2009

TOP OF THE CHARTS as of Jan. 17, 2009   Top 10 Pop Singles This Week Last Week 1. Lady GaGa feat. Colby O’Donis No. 2 “Just Dance” (Streamline/KonLive/Cherrytree) 2. Beyonce No. 1 “Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It)” (Music World) 3. T.I. feat. Rihanna No. 3 “Live Your Life” (Def Jam/Grand Hustle) 4. Taylor Swift No. 5 “Love Story” (Big Machine) 5. Kanye West No. 4 “Heartless” (Roc-A-Fella/Def Jam) 6. Katy Perry No. 6 “Hot N Cold” (Capitol) 7. Jason Mraz No. 12 “I’m Yours” (Atlantic) 8. Britney Spears No. 7 … [Read more...] about TOP OF THE CHARTS as of Jan. 17, 2009

SOAP UPDATES By Dana Block   ALL MY CHILDREN JR told Tad about Krystal and David’s affair. Bianca accused Reese of falling for Zach. Natalia told Jesse that she wants to be a police officer. A vengeful Josh robbed Zach’s casino and took Reese hostage. Jake suspected David of giving Krystal illegal drugs. A shot rang out during a struggle between Zach and Josh. Wait to See: Amanda’s home pregnancy test is positive.   AS THE WORLD TURNS Craig and Dusty continued to fight over who should be Johnny’s father. Luke and Noah … [Read more...] about SOAP UPDATES 1-19

TRIVIA TEST By Fifi Rodriquez   1. HISTORY: Where was the Battle of Anzio fought during World War II? 2. GAMES: Where will the 2010 Winter Olympics be held? 3. AD SLOGANS: What product was featured in ads that proclaimed, “Look Ma, no cavities!” 4. ENTERTAINERS: Which entertainer’s catch phrase is “Can we talk?” 5. GEOLOGY: What is the origin of pumice? 6. GEOGRAPHY: What is the capital of Portugal? 7. MYTHOLOGY: Which character in Greek mythology slew the Minotaur? 8. MONEY: What is the basic monetary unit of Laos? 9. … [Read more...] about TRIVIA TEST 1-19

JILL JACKSON’S HOLLYWOOD By Jill Jackson   HOLLYWOOD ... Jennifer Lopez has signed on to star in a film titled “Plan B,” about a single woman who attempts to become pregnant by artificial insemination. Then she goes into “The Governess,” and as yet I don’t know the plot. Many think J.Lo was born in Spain or some other Latin country. Not so. Her birthplace is the Bronx, N.Y.   * * *   Out this way they are now dubbing tuxedos “penguin suits.” As for ladies’ attire, they are still holding to those … [Read more...] about JILL JACKSON’S HOLLYWOOD 1-19

SALOME’S STARS FOR RELEASE WEEK OF JAN. 19, 2009 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Although you’re getting kudos and other positive reactions to your suggestions, don’t let the cheers drown out some valid criticisms. Better to deal with them now than later. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Following your keen Bovine intuition pays off, as you not only reassess the suggestions some people are putting in front of you, but also their agendas for doing so. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You continue on a high-enthusiasm cycle as that new … [Read more...] about HOROSCOPE 1-19