Actress Christy Carlson Romano welcomed her first child, a baby girl, with husband Brendan Rooney.
	Romano, 32, shared the good news on Facebook, posting that the couple have named their little one Isabella.
	"Brendan and I are more than thrilled to announce the birth of our daughter, Isabella, on December 24 at approximately 4 pm Merry Christmas everyone," she wrote.
	Romano and Rooney tied the knot in a winter ceremony in 2013.
	The couple announced in June that they were expecting their first child, due on Christmas Day.

Christy Carlson Romano welcomes her first child

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Singer Avril Lavigne, who has been battling Lyme disease for the past two years, surprised fans on Christmas by announcing that she's working on her sixth studio album which is set to be released in 2017.
	The 32-year-old star shared a photo on Instagram of her sitting in front of a piano along with a lengthy message.
	"Hi Everyone!! I wanted to first thank my fans for your patience and support during my time away throughout my battle with Lyme Disease over the past 2 years.
	"It hasn't just been a hard battle but it's also been enlightening and will reflect in my new music, artistry, life, and personally. I'm really happy to announce that I am now working on new music and I will be releasing a new album in 2017," she wrote.
	The singer, who released her last album 'Avril Lavigne' back in 2013, expressed her excitement over dropping the new music, saying she can't wait for 2017.
	"I can't wait to open up and share my heart with you! I'm excited for you guys to hear the new songs. It's 

Avril Lavigne to release sixth album in 2017

Singer Mariah Carey has reportedly received a legal threat after she cancelled her "All I Want for Christmas Is You" show at the Beacon Theater.
	Broadway Inspirational Voices is threatening to sue the singer for canceling their contract at the last minute, reported AceShowbiz.
	According to sources, Carey's management team secured BIV earlier this year because "she desperately wanted that blend on her show." But her team canceled the contract two days before they were to start technical rehearsals.
	"Mariah's management team canceled the contract two days before they were to start tech rehearsals. Many of its members, of course, adjusted their professional and personal schedules to accommodate the set gig," a source said.
	"And they also had to clear their schedules for a significant period of time prior to Christmas."
	BIV's lawyer sent a letter to the 46-year-old star's camp, calling the termination unacceptable if they did not fulfill their payment obligations under their ...

Carey receives legal threat after canceling Christmas concert

Carrie Fisher's mother Debbie Reynolds confirmed that the actress is in stable condition after she suffered a mid-air heart attack.
	The iconic "Star Wars" actress went into cardiac arrest while onboard a LA-bound flight on Friday.
	Reynolds took to Twitter to inform fans about the 60-year-old star's health and also thanked them for their concern.
	"Carrie is in stable condition. If there is a change, we will share it. For all her fans and friends. I thank you for your prayers and good wishes," she wrote.
	Fisher was rushed to UCLA Medical Center by Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics after the 11-hour flight touched down at Los Angeles International Airport shortly after noon on Friday.
	Paramedics were standing by for the plane's arrival and provided advanced life support and "aggressively treated and transported the patient to a local hospital," said fire-department spokesman Erik Scott.
	On December 24, Fisher's brother, Todd, confirmed that she was receiving treatment in an ...

Fisher in 'stable condition,' confirms mother Debbie Reynolds

English electronic duo Goldfrapp have teased their fans with a cryptic post hinting that they are set to release a new album in 2017.
	The "Ooh La La" hitmakers, comprised of Alison Goldfrapp and Will Gregory, have created a new Instagram account with what seems to the album cover of their seventh studio album, which will be their first release in three years.
	Alongside the picture of two identical blonde girls they wrote: "#goldfrapp7. (sic)"
	The Grammy Award-winning electronic duo's last record was 2013's 'Tale Of Us'.

Goldfrapp tease comeback album

Benedict Cumberbatch bulked up for his role in "Doctor Strange, but the actor says post the film he had to shed a lot of kilos for his part in "Sherlock".
	The British star said he had no time for a break between wrapping on the Marvel film and returning to 'Sherlock' and it was a tough task for him to lose weight, reported Digital Spy.
	"I finished on 'Doctor Strange' and, that night, I got on a plane. The next morning, I woke up and was driven to Cardiff.
	"I was not in 'Sherlock' shape. I was in 'Doctor Strange' shape so I was quite big! I was chunky - in a healthy way, an athletic way - and he's not necessarily, Sherlock," Cumberbatch said.

Benedict Cumberbatch's weight issues

Actor Michael Fassbender says his upcoming film "Assasin's Creed" might just be the first part of a trilogy.
	Fassbender, who plays present-day convict Callum Lynch and his 15th-century ancestor Aguilar, teased this might not be the last we see of Cal, reported Digital Spy.
	"We had an idea of what would happen over three stories, basically, when we were starting this one. It'll be a different time zone, for sure. A different regression," the 39-year-old actor said.
	In "Assassin's Creed" the ancient alliance of Assassins are committed to preventing the Knights Templar from obtaining an artifact which could be the key to man's free will.

'Assassin's Creed' could be the first part of trilogy

Rock band Nine Inch Nails' frontman Trent Reznor has slammed pop music calling it a "desperate plea for commercial airplay".
	The 51-year-old rocker is not impressed by both "boring" rock music and the endless thread of "tweed pop songs," reported Female Music.
	"...I can't think of anything that has happened in the rock spectrum that has felt, and I am sure there are that I am just not thinking of right now, but in general it's not saying much. It's not including good stuff out there, but in general I am not blown away by five records a month that are speaking to me. Everything feels a bit tame and a lot like something else that has happened. Plight.
	"I think some of the tastemaker elements and hipster arena has leaned towards the praising of gentle familiar R&B, tweed pop stuff. A lot of what is blessed is the cool thing. It feels pretty generic and also feels, a lot of it, like a desperate plea for commercial airplay and success," Reznor said.

Trent Reznor blasts 'desperate' pop music

Creator of "Doctor Strange" Jon Sapihts is keen to write the sequel.
	The 66-year-old screenwriter worked on the money-spinning Marvel movie, which is based on neurosurgeon-turned-sorcerer Stephen Strange, and says he wants to be involved with the sequel, reported Female First.
	"I think Marvel would certainly be very receptive. Everything in Hollywood is a function of schedules, so it would be a matter of that thing coming around at a time when I can make some availability and everybody else's timetables work out.
	"I imagine they would be receptive to collaborating again, and I would certainly be delighted to get back for the workshop," Spaihts said.
	Benedict Cumberbatch plays the lead in "Doctor Strange" and stars alongside Tilda Swinton and Rachel McAdams.

'Doctor Strange' creator Jon Spaihts wants to pen sequel

Bollywood music composer duo Sajid and Wajid Ali today joined BJP in the presence of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis here.
     The two musician brothers joined the saffron party at a programme organised by BJP's youth wing on the occasion of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's birthday.
     "There is only one promise we can make ourselves on Atal-ji's birthday, to make India corruption-free. Atal-ji worked hard all his life to enhance the nation's capabilities and (Prime Minister Narendra) Modi is only fulfilling Atal-ji's dreams," Fadnavis said at the event.
     "I ask every youth present here to teach ten people how to conduct trade in cashless way and help fulfil Atal-ji's dream of corruption-free nation," Fadnavis said.
     "During his tenure (as the PM) Atal-ji brought immense repute to the country in the international arena," he said and added that whatever BJP is today is because of Vajpayee.

Bollywood music composer duo Sajid-Wajid join BJP

Andhra Pradesh's own classical dance 'Kuchipudi' found a place in the Guinness World Records yet again when a record 6,117 dancers came together to present a show at the IGMC Stadium here this evening.
	Guinness adjudicator Rishinath declared that "Jayamu Jayamu" item presented in unison by the participants created a new record and handed over a certificate to Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu.
	In 2012, a similar feat was achieved when 5,900 dancers performed 'Kuchipudi' in Hyderabad.
	The "Maha Brunda Natyam" (grand group dance) was organised as part of the '5th International Kuchipudi Dance Convention' organised by the state Department of Language and Culture.
	"Jayamu Jayamu" is one of the glorious items of 'Kuchipudi' dance choreographed by the legend Vempati China Satyam.
	This 12-minute item was chosen for this year's group dance at the event.
	Dancers from across the country as also from countries like US, UAE, UK, Russia, Hong Kong and Mauritius took part in ..

'Kuchipudi' performers dance they way into Guinness Records

The Haryana government has made Aamir Khan-starrer 'Dangal' tax free in the state.
	The exemption has been given keeping in view the promotion of 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao' programme and wrestling in the movie.
	This was announced by Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar while addressing a public meeting at Garhi-Sampla near Rohtak today.
	He said the state government was also working to promote Haryanvi films and that a meeting was held with cinema operators of the state in this connection.
	The government would launch its film policy very soon to promote Haryanvi and other films, he added.
	The film, based on the life of wrestler Mahavir Singh Phogat, is directed by Nitesh Tiwari. The Uttar Pradesh government has earlier given tax exemption to the film.

'Dangal' tax free in Haryana

Andhra Pradesh's own classical dance 'Kuchipudi' found a place in the Guinness World Records yet again when a record 6,117 dancers came together to present a show at the IGMC Stadium here this evening.
	Guinness adjudicator Rishinath declared that "Jayamu Jayamu" item presented in unison by the participants created a new record and handed over a certificate to Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu.
	The "Maha Brunda Natyam" (grand group dance) was organised as part of the '5th International Kuchipudi Dance Convention' organised by the state Department of Language and Culture.
	"Jayamu Jayamu" is one of the glorious items of 'Kuchipudi' dance choreographed by the legend Vempati China Satyam.
	This 12-minute item was chosen for this year's group dance at the event.
	Dancers from across the country as also from countries like US, UAE, UK, Russia, Hong Kong and Mauritius took part in it.
	Union Information and Broadcasting Minister M Venkaiah Naidu, eminent 'Kuchipudi' gurus ..

'Kuchipudi' performers dance they way into Guinness Book

A painter has died on the sets of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's upcoming movie "Padmavati".
	The 34-year-old was working on a set under construction in Film City in suburban Goregoan and fell off the scaffolding when he was climbing down for the lunch break. Despite all efforts, he could not be saved, a media release issued said.
	"What took place was extremely unfortunate and completely unforeseen. We are making every effort to facilitate everything with the authorities (police). Our support and prayers are with the family of the deceased," said Shobha Sant, CEO, Bhansali Productions.
	The victim, Mukesh Dakia, a resident of Moracha Pada in Aarey Colony, was rushed to the Kokilaben Hospital, but he was declared dead on arrival yesterday.
	"The sets of 'Padmavati' are completely equipped with the best security measures, this includes workers wearing belts, helmets and harness, despite all of this, no one could foresee such a rare occurrence and unfortunate accident," Amit Ray and Subrata ...

Painter dies on the sets of 'Padmavati'

Actress Sunny Leone believes that Urvashi Rautela's item number "Saara Zamana" is looking great and so is the 22-year-old star.
	Urvashi has recreated another popular song "Saara Zamana" (originally from movie "Yaarana") for Hrithik Roshan starrer "Kaabil" and Sunny has grooved to "Laila Main Laila" for Shah Rukh Khan's "Raees".
	"I watched it (the song - 'Saara Zamana') and it's looking nice. She (Urvashi) looks pretty. The two songs are different. She is a nice girl and I wish her success," Sunny told PTI.
	Hrithik and SRK will battle out at the the box office as both "Kaabil" and "Raees" release on January 25.
	"There is always a movie clashing with each other. India is the largest producers of films in the entire world so there will be some clash," Sunny quipped.
	Sanjay Gupta directed "Kaabil" features Hrithik Roshan and Yami Gautam in the lead.
	The upcoming romantic action thriller film is produced by Rakesh Roshan under his banner FilmKraft Productions.
	"Raees" directed by ...

Urvashi Rautela's 'Saara Zamana' looks great: Sunny Leone

Singer Selena Gomez and Oscar-winner Jennifer Lawrence visited children's hospitals to surprise their young fans on Christmas eve.
	Gomez, 24, spent time with young patients at Cook Children's Medical Center in Texas while Lawrence, 26, helped bring smiles to the kids' face at Norton Children's Hospital in her hometown of Louisville, Kentucky, reported AceShowbiz.
	Both stars took pictures with the patients and the staff.
	"Thank you @selenagomez for stopping by the Child Life Zone this morning to visit with our patients and families who weren't able to be home this Christmas Eve! #selenagomez #christmaseve #tistheseason #holidayseason," the medical center wrote on their Instagram.
	Meanwhile, Norton Children's Hospital said that Lawrence visits the hospital annually.
	"Thank you, Jennifer! You sure do bring a smile to all!" they wrote on Facebook.

Gomez, Lawrence surprise young fans at children's hospitals

Veteran actor Harrison Ford is shocked and saddened by the news of his "Star Wars" co-star Carrie Fisher's heart attack.
	Fisher, 60, was aboard an 11-hour flight from London to Los Angeles on Friday when she went into cardiac arrest, reported People magazine.
	"I am shocked and saddened to hear the news about my dear friend. Our thoughts are with Carrie, her family and friends," Ford said.
	In her latest book "The Princess Diarist" Fisher revealed that she and Ford had a whirlwind love affair on the set of the 1977 "Star Wars" film.
	"It's been 40 years!I didn't say anything to anybody for years but it's not like anyone's deeply affected by it anymore," the actress had previously said about spilling the secret of the real-life love between Han Solo and Princess Leia.

Ford 'shocked and saddened' by news of Fisher's heart attack

Actor Chris Pratt has donated USD 500,000 to teen center built in honour of his father Dan Pratt.
	The "Passengers" star lost his father to multiple sclerosis while filming "Jurassic World," but Pratt is keeping his spirit alive by helping break ground on the Dan Pratt Memorial Teen Center.
	The 37-year-old actor attended the Groundbreaking Celebration to help with the initial dig, talk about his memories with the Boys & Girls Club and give a check for USD 500,000.
	"I have never been more grateful in my life. My hometown of Lake Stevens, Washington just broke ground on the Dan Pratt Memorial Teen Center. Thank you so much to the folks at Omaze for all your hard work, and to all the people around the world who donated through the campaign.
	"We couldn't have done it without you. I just handed the teen center committee a USD 500,000.00 check like on publishers clearing house. What a trip! That's half a million dollars! We broke ground! It's gonna be fabulous too! The plans are ...

Chris donates USD 500,000 to Dan Pratt memorial Teen Center

Actress Priyanka Chopra has collaborated with popular Canadian YouTube star Lilly Singh, famously known as IISuperwomanII on the video-sharing website, for her new blooper "How To Be A Good Wing Woman".
	The 28-year-old comedian shared the news on Twitter by posting the link of the clip.
	"How To Be A Good Wing Woman ft Priyanka Chopra. This holiday season, get your BFF a new bae! #12CollabsOfXmas," she wrote.
	The "Bajirao Mastani" star also took to the micro-blogging site to express her excitement over her first ever collaboration with Lilly.
	"This was so much fun Superwoman...," she tweeted.

Priyanka collaborates with Canadian YouTube star Lilly Singh

"Fuller House" has been renewed for a third season by Netflix.
	The news was announced on social media via a video starring the current cast members. In the video they stars are seen passing along a large gift until one of them, Jodie Sweetin, rotates it to reveal the words, "Fuller House season 3 coming soon."
	"This gift's for you," reads the show's Instagram post. "Fuller House Season 3, coming 2017."
	In the show Sweetin, Candace Cameron Bure and Andrea Barber reprise their "Full House" roles of DJ Tanner, Stephanie Tanner and Kimmy Gibbler, respectively.
	"We're picked up for Season 3!!!! We're picked up for Season 3!!!!Thanks @netflix for the best Christmas present of them all!" Sweetin wrote on Instagram.
	"Oh Mylanta! Christmas came early! @fullerhouse Season THREE, coming 2017!! #FullerHouse @netflix #MerryChristmas," Bure said.
	"Fuller House" season 2 dropped on Netflix earlier this month.

'Fuller House' renewed for third season

A day after actress Carrie Fisher suffered a mid-air heart attack, her sister took to social media to thank people for their support.
	Joely Fisher, Carrie's 49-year-old sister and a fellow actress who has appeared on "Last Man Standing," posted on Twitter a throwback photo of them with fellow sister and TV star Tricia Leigh Fisher.
	"Fisher Girls...Your love and prayers are deeply felt...@TriciaLFisher @carrieffisher @Gary_TheDog," Joely wrote.
	Joely, who is performing in the Laguna Playhouse's production of "Sleeping Beauty," also tweeted that she would perform a matinee of the pantomime that afternoon as scheduled, then return to Carrie's bedside.
	The 60-year-old Star Wars' actress' brother and 58-year-old producer Todd said that actress was treated in the ICU following her cardiac arrest, which took place on a plane just before it landed in Los Angeles, reported E! online.
	"She's obviously a very tough girl who has survived many things. I encourage everyone to pray for her," ...

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