
17 hours ago - By John Gerome, AP Entertainment Writer
Carrie Underwood is the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry. The singer joined the cast of the long-running country music show Saturday. Garth Brooks handled her formal induction and Vince Gill sang a duet with her.

22 hours ago - By Chris Talbott, Associated Press Writer
With his 93rd birthday a month away, David "Honeyboy" Edwards admits it's getting hard to walk long distances.
23 hours ago - By Associated Press
The man who coined the word "cyberspace" has returned to his home page.
May 10 - By Associated Press
An actor in "The Little Mermaid" broke his wrists after falling at least 20 feet through a trap door to the stage minutes before a performance of the popular Broadway production, authorities said.

May 10 - By Mike Silverman, Associated Press Writer
Lay on Macduff — and Banquo, too.

May 10 - By John Milburn, Associated Press Writer
As a boy, Michael Conner Humphreys made a splash on the silver screen as "Young Forrest Gump." As an adult, he somewhat mirrored the life of his movie character: He joined the Army and fought in an unpopular war.

May 10 - By The Associated Press
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows:

May 9 - By Lynn Elber, AP Television Writer
Backstage meddling has caught up "American Idol" favorite David Archuleta's dad, who's been banned from rehearsals, a person working for the TV talent contest said Friday.

May 9 - By David Bauder, AP Television Writer
A CNN reporter who left Myanmar Friday was chased by authorities as he reported on the aftermath of Cyclone Nargis but escaped primarily because of the incompetence of the people after him.

May 9 - By Associated Press
Barbara Walters says she refuses to engage in a debate with Star Jones, who accused her of revealing a past affair with a senator just to sell books. Walters said despite the public rift, she prefers to hold onto the good times the former co-hosts shared on "The View."

May 9 - By The Associated Press
Everywhere they go, "American Idol" contestants attract a crowd of admirers, well-wishers, gushy handmade signs and screams fit for a vintage Beatle. But when it comes to feting finalists, home is where the "I (heart) you" is.
May 9 - By Associated Press
Toni Braxton's return to the stage on the Las Vegas strip has been pushed back for at least another month.

May 9 - By Anthony Mccartney, Associated Press Writer
The 17-year-old son of wrestling superstar Hulk Hogan was sentenced to eight months in jail Friday after he pleaded no contest to causing a crash that seriously injured his best friend.

May 9 - By Michael Kuchwara, AP Drama Critic
"No, No, Nanette" is one of those Broadway musicals that is the perfect combination of tap and tune — catchy songs and dance numbers guaranteed to get an audience giddy.

May 9 - By Bob Christie, Associated Press Writer
DMX was arrested on drug and animal-cruelty charges following an overnight raid on the rapper's house Friday, authorities said. The 37-year-old rapper, whose given name is Earl Simmons, initially tried to barricade himself in his bedroom but emerged when a SWAT team entered his north Phoenix home during the 3 a.m. raid, sheriff's spokesman Capt. Paul Chagolla said.

May 9 - By Associated Press
The queen of hip-hop soul is establishing a foundation to help women develop careers and gain self-confidence.

May 9 - By Samantha Gross, Associated Press Writer
Forget the Empire State Building. Some New York tourists are eager to see the city's other landmarks: Carrie's stoop, Charlotte's gallery and that restaurant where Samantha threw a martini in a boyfriend's face.