Tuesday, December 8, 2009

L.A. Times - Entertainment News

L.A. Times - Entertainment News


Lost University aims to help fans find the way

Posted: 08 Dec 2009 12:00 AM PST

The TV show's creators launch an online curriculum that features video courses by USC and UCLA professors on physics, philosophy and topics touched on by the famously baffling series.

The TV show's creators launch an online curriculum that features video courses by USC and UCLA professors on physics, philosophy and topics touched on by the famously baffling series.


Album review: Timbaland's 'Shock Value 2'

Posted: 07 Dec 2009 06:49 PM PST

On "Shock Value 2," Timbaland finally offers a rebuttal to rap's recent lyrical alcoholism.


'Afghan Star': a striking documentary look at the country we're trying to save

Posted: 07 Dec 2009 06:34 PM PST

The film allows us to see another side of the country, focusing on how the aspirations of its young people may impact its future more than its current political struggles.


Alexa Ray Joel called 911 herself after taking pills that can't hurt you

Posted: 07 Dec 2009 06:54 PM PST

Hey, if it's "natural," it's safe, right? Whatevs.


2009 Holiday geek-gift guide, part 3

Posted: 07 Dec 2009 12:52 PM PST

The best presents for Trekkies, Jedi knights and fanboys.


Spike Jonze short will play at Sundance

Posted: 07 Dec 2009 04:44 PM PST

The director's latest, "I'm Here," arrives without a description.


Star sightings: Taylor Swift, Taylor Lautner, Josh Brolin, Selena Gomez, Camp Freddy

Posted: 07 Dec 2009 06:53 PM PST

The weekend delivered another sweet meet-up for Taylor Swift and Taylor Lautner in Los Angeles, some Russian delights for a "Dancing With the Stars" diva, luxe facials for awards-season contenders and more!


Album review: Chris Brown's 'Graffiti'

Posted: 07 Dec 2009 06:43 PM PST

It's unlikely that there's anything Chris Brown could have said on his new album to convince listeners that he's still the sweetheart that early...


FCC pushes for Internet access on your TV

Posted: 06 Dec 2009 12:00 AM PST

Comcast Corp.'s chief executive, Brian Roberts, was gushing last week about his company's impending takeover of NBC Universal, saying the deal would give consumers what they want, "which is access to all different types of content on different platforms and different times."


NBC Universal deal gives Comcast an angle on news

Posted: 08 Dec 2009 12:00 AM PST

The cable giant would inherit some top news organizations, but running them is unfamiliar turf.

When Comcast Corp. assumes control of NBC Universal, the company will inherit a portfolio of news organizations, including a top-shelf network news division that dominates the competition. Powered by the "Today" show in the morning and "NBC Nightly News" in the evening, NBC News is one of the few bright spots at the broadcast network.


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