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"American Idol" experiences ratings drop

Competition heats up as American Idol returns

American Idol returns on Wednesday for an 11th season, facing a new wolf at the door as it tries to retain its place as the No. 1 U.S. TV program -- not so much age, but competition.

Billionaire Ron Burkle buys Soho House chain

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Billionaire Ron Burkle -- already a high-profile guy -- is significantly increasing his profile in the entertainment industry. After buying concert promoter Artist Group International and a stake in Relativity Media, Burkle has purchased one of Hollywood's favorite hang-outs, the Soho House.

Alcatraz in solid debut but CBS wins another Monday

Actor Jorge Garcia and Executive Producer J.J. Abrams, of the new drama series ''Alcatraz'' take part in a panel session at the FOX Winter TCA Press Tour in Pasadena, California
J.J. Abrams' latest offering Alcatraz was off to a good start Monday night, posting encouraging numbers with its two-hour premiere, while Two and a Half Men predictably took the night's top ratings slot, according to preliminary numbers.
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Target stores plan Breaking Dawn - Part 2 sneak peek

From 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. on February 10-11, participating Target stores will celebrate the release of The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn -- Part 1 on DVD and Blu-Ray by showing a sneak peek of the final installment in Summit's vampire romance franchise.
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Taylor Swift "Eyes Open" for Hunger Games

Taylor Swift aims at Jake Gyllenhaal on new album?

Taylor Swift says her new album will be about an absolute crash-and-burn heartbreak, prompting speculation in the media that the latest subject of her songwriting skills may be her short-lived 2010 crush on Jake Gyllenhaal.
Beyonce Accused of Skin Lightening in ocntroversial New

Beyonce Accused of Skin Lightening in Controversial New Album Promo [PHOTOS]

The singer and new mom to daughter Blue Ivy is under fire after whitewashed promo ads for her new album 4 were released this week. Nor is it the first time Beyonce has been slammed for lightening her skin. In 2008, L'Oreal was accused of digitally lightening the star to promote its blonde hair colors, and her father Mathew Knowles was once accused of pressuring her to use skin treatments to remain the lightest member of girl group Destiny's Child.
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Taylor Swift’s Stunning February Vogue Pictorial [PHOTOS]

Taylor Swift makes a move towards country cool in the February issue of Vogue on newsstands Jan. 24. America's sweetheart shows how it's done in floral print dresses, cowboy boots, fringe and oversize hats. On the cover, the blue-eyed beauty looks stunning with kohl-rimmed eyes, blunt bangs and straightened hair.

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