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'Amazing Spider-Man 2′ Shocker: Mary Jane Watson Cut From the Film

Mike Sampson — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:17:55 +0000

The lightning bolts coming out of Electro's fingers aren't the only thing shocking on the set of 'Amazing Spider-Man 2.' Despite filming on the 'Amazing Spider-Man 2' set for a few weeks earlier this spring, actress Shailene Woodley (who signed on to play Peter Parker's future love interest, Mary Jane Watson) has been cut from the film entirely. So...what exactly happened? Some spoilers ahead as we explain...

Brad Paisley Joins the Rolling Stones to Sing 'Dead Flowers' in Philadelphia

Billy Dukes — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:30:12 +0000

Brad Paisley is the latest country star to join the Rolling Stones on stage during their 50 and Counting Tour. The 'Beat This Summer' singer jammed with guitarist Keith Richards and traded verses with Mick Jagger during the rock group's 1971 hit 'Dead Flowers' on Tuesday (June 18).

Giant Snake Opens Door!

Sharon Buck — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:03:21 +0000

I don’t mind the garden snakes in my woodpile or curled up alongside the flower garden. In fact, Brad and Anderson caught a good one yesterday! That’s my boys! BUT THIS FREAKS ME OUT!!! His name is Julius and he is a 16-foot Albino Burmese Python. From the SOUNDS of the video, the person filming [...]

Teenage Dating: 10 Rules For Dating A Daughter

Sharon Buck — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 11:05:03 +0000

I saw this passed around Facebook yesterday and some of the things are funny…the others should go without saying! If you have a teenage daughter, maybe THIS t-shirt is for YOU! You always hear Rodney Atkins singing “Cleaning This Gun” and all dads say it’s very true. They are VERY protective of their daughters. I [...]

A Hamburger Made in a Lab is Called Schmeat

Randy McCoy — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 10:01:14 +0000

Its meat that was grown in a lab over a two-year period at a cost of $338,000 and it’s about to be cooked this month. Mark Post at Maastrict University in the Netherlands grew the meat he calls ‘Schmeat’ and will cook it on a grill soon to see how it tastes.

Watch These Adults Trying to Ride Kids' Toys — Daily Distraction

Daily Distraction — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 08:00:42 +0000

[onescreen item="5102180"] It sure is fun to ride a big wheel; any 5-year-old can tell you that. But when a grownup tries to do it? Well … There’s a reason these toys are designed for kids. The Daily Distraction is your Internet break from reality. Whether you’re eating lunch at your desk or avoiding high school exes [...]

'Anchorman 2′ Trailer: Welcome to the 1980s, Ron Burgundy

Damon Houx — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 05:24:59 +0000

Ron Burgundy is back in ‘Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues,’ and — as we’re informed — more Burgundy-er than ever. And now there’s a new trailer that shows the news team in full force. Where the previous trailers featured no actual footage from the film, this new trailer establishes that the film is set in [...]

HBO Passes on Darren Aronofsky WW2 Magic Drama 'Hobgoblin,' FX Reportedly Considers

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:54:31 +0000

It had been a good long while since we'd heard anything about the development of HBO's Michael Chabon-scripted, Darren Aronofsky-directed pilot 'Hobgoblin,' so much so that we'd nearly forgotten about the World War II period illusionist drama, which has been described as "'Inglorious Basterds' with magic." Now, HBO is said to have officially passed on shooting a pilot, with Aronofsky departing as well, though FX may give the series a chance.

Danielle Bradbery Wins 'The Voice' Season 4, Blake Shelton Nabs a Threepeat

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:36:42 +0000

It was a threepeat -- and on his birthday! Coach Blake Shelton won his third season in a row of 'The Voice' Tuesday (June 18), as his team member, 16-year-old Danielle Bradbery, nabbed the big win! That's right. Texas girl Bradbery won Season 4. What a birthday present for Papa Bear Blake!

Florida Georgia Line and Nelly 'Cruise' Through 'The Voice' Season 4 Finale

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:22:59 +0000

Florida Georgia Line and their pal Nelly helped close out Season 4 of ‘The Voice‘ on Tuesday (June 18) by performing the remix version of the country duo’s monster smash ‘Cruise.’ Season 4 was heavy on country music, with coach Blake Shelton‘s team loaded up with like-minded contestants from the genre. But it’s always fun [...]