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The Magic Tree House books have whisked millions of readers on adventures to everywhere from ancient Egypt to feudal Japan. Now, the children's time-travel series is embarking on a new destination: the movie theater.

Horror movie Paranormal Activity 3 jolted awake a sleepy movie box office with an estimated $80 million in global ticket sales over the weekend.

Airport security failed to detect a loaded .38 caliber gun that fell out of a checked bag at Los Angeles International Airport while loading Sunday.

The Statue of Liberty will celebrate its 125th birthday with the installation of five new torch webcams.

Marco Simoncelli, an Italian Grand Prix motorcycle racer, died in an accident during the 2011 Malaysian GP on Oct. 23.

The 34-year-old had surgery to remove granuloma cells just above his vocal cord.

Jennifer Lopez Bursts into Tears Onstage While Singing her Love Song; Relationship Troubles Bothers her [VIDEO]

Sofia Vergara, a Colombian-born actress and star of the American sitcom Modern Family flaunts a curvy figure that most other woman would die for. The actress was seen slipping into a black two-piece swimsuit, while vacationing at Palmilla, Los Cabos, Mexico.

Hollywood star Ashton Kutcher has posted a video on social networking site Chime.in, in which he discusses the status of truth in the media and gestures to the camera, allowing, perhaps coincidentally, viewers a glimpse of his ringless left hand.

American singer and actor, Jennifer Lopez, reportedly broke down and started crying, after performing a few of her more famous romantic numbers, at her Mohegan Sun concert in Montville, Conn.

Struck by an emotional epiphany, Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie's father - Jon Voight - has reportedly resolved all problems with his daughter, ending a feud that has lasted for nearly a decade.

After giving birth to baby daughter Giulia, Carla Bruni Sarkozy was seen leaving the maternity clinic on Sunday with the newborn.

Actres and singer Zooey Deschanel opened Game 4 of the World Series by offering up a flawless rendition of The Star-Spangled Banner at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas, Sunday evening.

The world has been anxiously waiting for a glimpse of France's First Baby Bonjour Giulia, the newborn daughter of President Nicolas Sarkozy and his actress wife Carla Bruni-Sarkozy. However, Carla Bruni didn't really show her baby's face to the world as she left the maternity clinic, today.

It seems like everything Rihanna touches turns to gold. Who else could pull off Raggedy-Ann's hair color, fringe briefs, a skirt made out of an entire garden of flowers, or a pageboy haircut? Rihanna is a renegade vixen who always takes risks not only when it comes to her music but also when it comes to her personal style.

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS TIMES meets with media luminary Steven Beer.

From newlywed to Marriage Counselor.

If you're still bummed that Catherine Tate wasn't chosen as the new boss on The Office, the show has a consolation prize for you: She'll return this season.

Horror movie Paranormal Activity 3 jolted awake a sleepy movie box office with an estimated $80 million in global ticket sales over the weekend.

Same time next year. With the huge success of Paranormal Activity 3, expect yet another sequel next October.

Camille Guaty has a Crush.

Fox Searchlight's R-rated thriller Martha Marcy May Marlene grossed a solid $137,541 in four theaters this weekend for a per-screen average of $34,385, according to studio estimates.

Martha Marcy May Marlene may be drawing attention as the movie with the weird title, or the movie with the other Olsen sister in it. But there's a lot more to first-time Sean Durkin's creepy, unsettling drama than those obvious hooks.

Hey Trojans, Bruins and Kings fans: Game over.

John Mayer has undergone surgery for the throat inflammation that put his performances and recordings on hold earlier this year, the singer has reported on his blog.

Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski told reporters Wednesday that his plan during the Patriots' bye week was to take it easy — not, you know, hang out with adult film star Bibi Jones.

Country star Loretta Lynn was forced to cancel a pair of concerts this weekend because she is in the hospital sick with pneumonia.

Lindsay Lohan and Ten Other ‘Alleged’ Celebrity Thieves: Are They Kleptomaniacs? [PHOTOS]

Pumpkin carving is one of the best parts of Halloween because the patterns help to create that scary mansion effect. But carving a pumpkin isn't easy. Here are some tips.