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Thursday, 31 October 2013

14-Year-Old Accused of Killing Math Teacher Colleen Ritzer

By Associated Press

10/23/2013 at 11:45 AM EDT

A 14-year-old high school student is accused of killing a math teacher, whose body was discovered in a wooded area near Danvers High School in Massachusetts.

Colleen Ritzer, 24, of Andover, was found dead early Wednesday, and the boy will be arraigned on a murder charge, Essex District Attorney Jonathan Blodgett said.


Police started investigating after Ritzer was reported missing late Tuesday night because she had not returned home from work and was not answering her cellphone. Investigators found blood in a second-floor school bathroom and soon located the victim, he said. He did not say how Ritzer died.


"She was a very, very respected, loved teacher," Blodgett said, calling the killing a "terrible tragedy."


The boy also was reported missing Tuesday after not coming home from school. He was spotted walking along a road in neighboring Topsfield at about 12:30 a.m. Wednesday.


His name was not made public because of his age. He faces arraignment Wednesday in juvenile court, where proceedings are closed to the public.


Ritzer had a Twitter account where she gave homework assignments, encouraged students and described herself as a "math teacher often too excited about the topics I'm teaching."


There is no reason to believe anyone else was involved and there is no public safety danger, Blodgett said.


All Danvers public schools were closed Wednesday.


Ritzer is the second teacher allegedly killed by a student in the U.S. this week. A Sparks, Nev., middle school teacher was allegedly shot by a 12-year-old student on Monday.

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Wednesday, 30 October 2013

Photos: Four homes involved in fire

The Vatican said Wednesday it has suspended a German bishop who has come under fire for his extravagant lifestyle.

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Undercover Boss Delivers Rude Awakening

One Retro Fitness employee is in for a big surprise when confronted by CEO Eric Casaburi on the next Undercover Boss.


VIDEO: Undercover ADT Boss Unprepared For Terrifying Call


Posing as an aspiring gym manager, Eric meets a receptionist with unorthodox ways of assisting gym members.


"Most of the time I'm just like this," says the receptionist, fidgeting with her cell phone.


Not knowing that she's speaking to the company's founder, the receptionist lends some advice on how Eric should operate his future business, saying, "You can run your gym the way you want it to run. You can have your employees not take out their phone and take selfies all day, but that's what I like to do."


VIDEO: Store Manager Offers Weed to Undercover Boss


Eric may have been even more taken aback by the receptionist's philosophy on dealing with customers.


"I'm not a [expletive] slave," the receptionist explains. "I don't [expletive] work for [the customer]. With some people I just want to punch them in the face sometimes."


Watch an all-new Undercover Boss on Friday night at 8 p.m. ET/PT.


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No One Lives Exclusive Clip

What happens when a gang of criminals seeks safe haven in an abandoned house already claimed by a ruthless killer? That's the question No One Lives answers and ETonline scored an exclusive clip from the new movie!


Warning, the clip -- much like the movie -- are not for the faint of heart!


Starring Luke Evans, Lee Tergesen, America Olivo, Brodus Clay and Lindsey Shaw, No One Lives opens in select cities on May 10th including NYC, LA, Chicago, San Francisco, Dallas, Philadelphia, Miami, Boston, Detroit, Houston & Baltimore


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USDA recalls 23,000 pounds of meat

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Former HACC VP accused of buying self, family gifts with school credit card

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Boy charged with murder in teacher's killing

A bloody mystery played out Wednesday in Danvers, Massachusetts, where students were mourning the death of a well-liked young educator found slain in the woods behind the high school where she taught.

Report: Pa. welfare chief 'rethinking' food stamp asset test

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Tuesday, 29 October 2013

Iron Man Robert Downey Jr Reveals Soft Underbelly to Gwyneth Paltrow in New Clip

Robert Downey Jr. goes from Iron Man to big softie in a new clip from Marvel's Iron Man 3.


PICS: New Iron Man 3 Posters


Directed by Lethal Weapon screenwriter Shane Black, Iron Man 3 takes place roughly one year after The Avengers. When Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) finds his world torn apart by the super villain Mandarin (Sir Ben Kingsley), he must enlist the help of his constant friends Pepper Potts (Gwyneth Paltrow) and Rhodey (Don Cheadle) aka War Machine to stop the madness.


Robert has labeled the relationship between Tony and Pepper as the center of the movie and this clip illustrates why.


"The only reason I haven't cracked up is probably because you moved in, which is great. I love you," Tony tells Pepper. "Threat is imminent and I have to protect the one thing that I can't live without -- that's you."


Iron Man 3 also stars Jon Favreau, Guy Pearce, Rebecca Hall and James Badge Dale and soars into theaters and IMAX 3D on May 3.


More On: Gwyneth Paltrow, Iron Man 3


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Pot poll first – majority of Americans support legalization

A new Gallup poll out Wednesday morning shows for the first time that a majority of Americans, 58 percent, supports the legalization of marijuana.

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Emilia Clarke vs. Lily Allen

Both Game of Thrones star Emilia Clarke and singer Lily Allen wore this feathery black-and-white Chanel frock on the red carpet, Emilia at last year's SAG Awards on January 29, 2012 in Los Angeles and Lily at the Saving Mr. Banks premiere during the BFI London Film Festival on October 20.


Who looks best in the dress, Emilia or Lily?


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Gwyneth Paltrow's Most Beautiful Woman Backlash

ET gets to the bottom of the controversy surrounding Gwyneth Paltrow's crowning as People magazine's World's Most Beautiful Woman, interviewing both the Iron Man actress and one of the reporters responsible for the firestorm.


PICS: Candid Celeb Sightings


Earlier this week, Paltrow joined the ranks of stars such as Halle Berry, Jennifer Lopez and Angelina Jolie in being given the flattering title, but the 40-year-old mother of two hadn't seemed to let the adoration get to her head on Wednesday night.


At the premiere of Marvel's Iron Man 3, Paltrow assured Nancy O'Dell that she would remain humble, saying, "Are you kidding me? For God's sake, after all I've been through?"


Following the announcement, however, the Oscar winner has been lambasted as being "elitist," "pompous" and a "rail-thin Hamptons Barbie" who is "afraid of food."


RELATED: Paltrow's Mom Reacts to Daughter's 'Most Beautiful' Title


"Just to look like Gwyneth Paltrow you need $70 lip balm, $425 colon cleanse, 2-hour Tracy Anderson workouts..." complained New York Post reporter Tara Palmeri. Palmeri went on to say, "I'm 100 percent for the empowerment of women, but I think that when Gwyneth Paltrow gives women unrealistic tips on how to live a great lifestyle it makes them feel worse about themselves instead of empowering them."


The Cult of Celebrity author Dr. Cooper Lawrence suggests that it may be unfair to pick on Paltrow, saying, "I don't think she means to come across as condescending. I think that's just who she is and she's trying to be honest."


As someone who has interviewed Gwyneth many times, O'Dell described the actress as "down-to-earth and one of the most genuine people in Hollywood."


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George Jones Dead at 81

UPDATE: Jones’ funeral will take place on Thursday, May 2nd at The Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tenn., where the late country singer was a member since 1956. The service, which will begin at 10 a.m., will be open to members of the public.


A private visitation for family, friends, and fellow performers will take place the day before.


"George would have wanted his fans and friends everywhere to be able to come and pay their respects along with his family," his publicist, Kirt Webster, said in a statement to ET.


Jones' wife, Nancy also thanked everyone for the support she's been receiving in the days since his passing.


"Thanks to George’s friends, fans, and loved ones for the outpouring of love at this terrible time," she said. "I love you all."


The family has asked that contributions be made to the Grand Ole Opry trust fund in lieu of flowers.


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Country music legend George Jones passed away on Friday, April 26, 2013 after being hospitalized for a fever and irregular blood pressure. The Country Music Hall of Famer was 81.


Jones, born on Sept. 12, 1931 in Saratoga, Texas, is best known for his songs He Stopped Loving Her Today, Walk Through This World With Me and Tender Years.


He is survived by his wife of 30 years Nancy Jones, his sister Helen Scroggins and his children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews.


The country music community has taken to Twitter to express their condolences following news of Jones' death. Here are a few of those tweets:


Tim McGraw: "Gone ...... George Jones ...man he was country music."



Jason Aldean: "So sad to hear about the passing of George Jones today. Country music has lost one of our pioneers and legendary icons. You will never be forgotten."



LeAnn Rimes: "So sad we lost "the possum" today. R.I.P George Jones and know we didn't stop loving you today. You will live on forever in our hearts."



Jennifer Nettles: "I'll never forget the first time I heard the story in "He Stopped Loving Her Today". RIP George Jones. Country Legend. U will be missed."


John Rich: "Every serious country artist in the past 30 years has some #georgejones dna in their blood and music. My God. We've lost our Elvis."


Keith Urban: "If I'm blessed enough to make it there, I look forward to you giving me the grand tour. Rest in peace George Jones!!!!!"


Martina McBride: "So sad to hear about George Jones . His voice and music will be with us forever. Thoughts go out to all his family, friends and fans."


Faith Hill: "We lost one of the best voices God created this morning. Our hearts are saddened to hear that George Jones has passed away..."


Chuck Wicks: "George Jones may you rest in peace buddy."


Blake Shelton: "Really REALLY bad news. We've lost a country music legend. And I've lost a hero and a friend. Goodbye George Jones..."



Carrie Underwood: "Prayers going to George Jones' family today. Rest in peace, George. You are loved and will be missed greatly."


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Monday, 28 October 2013

Gwyneth Paltrow's Mom Reacts to Most Beautiful Title

Following the backlash surrounding Gwyneth Paltrow's crowning as People magazine's World's Most Beautiful Woman, ET caught up with the Oscar winner's mom, Blythe Danner, at the Tribeca Film Festival Awards where she dished on her daughter's new title.


RELATED: Paltrow Deemed World's Most Beautiful Woman


"Icing on the cake," Danner told ET exclusively. "It's a nice thing, right?"


Danner's statement comes after Paltrow gave her reaction to ET's Nancy O'Dell at Marvel's Iron Man 3 premiere on Wednesday.


"Are you kidding me?" Paltrow said when asked if she would remain humble. "For God's sake, after all I've been through?" Paltrow continued, insisting that the honor would not go to her head.


Since People's announcement, the actress has been lambasted as being "elitist," "pompous" and a "rail-thin Hamptons Barbie" who is "afraid of food," but The Cult of Celebrity author Dr. Cooper Lawrence suggests that it may be unfair to pick on Paltrow, saying, "I don't think she means to come across as condescending. I think that's just who she is and she's trying to be honest."


Tune in to ET on Friday night for more.


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Ashanti's 'Never Should Have' Music Video for 'BraveHeart'

With the release of her fifth studio album right around the corner, ETonline is proud to premiere Ashanti's music video for her recently released single "Never Should Have"!


"Never Should Have" is the latest single off of Ashanti's BraveHeart, the first studio album in five years for the Grammy-winning R&B singer, which is set to be released June 11.


PICS: New Music Tuesday!


As we see in the video, unlike her previously released upbeat BraveHeart singles "The Woman You Love" (feat. Bust Rhymes) and "That's What We Do" (feat. R. Kelly), "Never Should Have" displays Ashanti's more emotional side, detailing the heartbreak of love.


The title of the forthcoming album was inspired by the 1995 film Braveheart starring Mel Gibson on the First War of Scottish Independence against England. Ashanti says she channeled the underdog mentality and raw passion in the film.


"It's not an even playing ground, so I feel like with the [major labels], they're bossed up. They have the big engine and all the artists signed to them and with the indies, it's depending," she told Rap-Up.


RELATED: Katy Perry Rekindles Friendship With Rihanna


"It's homemade, it’s homegrown. It's a lesser engine. So the metaphor I was using was being brave and putting your blood and guts into it and fighting passionately to win."


Whereas Ashanti's first three albums, all of which received platinum certification, were released under major record label Murder Inc. Records (now known as "The Inc. Records"), her fourth album, The Declaration, and her upcoming fifth are released under her own label, Written Entertainment.


In addition to her new music, Ashanti has also landed a new acting gig on the Lifetime series Army Wives as a regular in the show's seventh season. She has dabbled in film acting over the years as well, starring in The Muppets' Wizard of Oz in 2005 and most recently acting in Resident Evil: Extinction in 2007.


VIDEO: Nickelodeon Star Channels Whitney's 'I Believe'


Watch the above video to check out the world premiere Ashanti's brand-new music video for "Never Should Have." Her new album, BraveHeart, is in stores June 11.


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'Grimm' Clip: Adalind's Terrifying Paternity Test

Grimm fans have no great love for former Hexenbiest Adalind Schade, but even the most cold-hearted will feel for the mom-to-be when they see the disturbing examination she's about to undergo on Friday night's episode.


In the Grimm installment (originally scheduled to air last week but pre-empted by news coverage of the search for the alleged Boston bomber) Adalind (Claire Coffee) visits the encampment of a new ally (Shohreh Aghdashloo), where she's asked to prove the royal bloodline of her babe. Despite Adalind's insistence on the paternity of the child-to-be, her new "friend" needs proof -- which comes in the form of a giant metal needle. Watch the clip to see Adalind's terrified reaction!


Related: 'Face Off' Creates 'Grimm' Characters


Also on Friday's episode, Nick (David Giuntoli) has a problem other than errant Wesen to deal with as he attempts to save Portland from a volcano, while Juliet (Bitsie Tulloch) experiences an onslaught of returning memories of Nick. Tune in to Grimm on NBC tonight at 9 to see the drama unfold.


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Country Singer Jason Aldean and Wife Split

Country crooner Jason Aldean and wife of 11 years, Jessica Ussery, have found themselves in rough waters as his rep admits that the singer's marriage is on the rocks. 


"I can confirm that Jason and his wife are having problems, but there is nothing more to share with the press at this time," Aldean's rep tells People in reaction to reports that the two have already split. "It's a private family matter, and we hope everyone will respect that he would like to keep it that way."


Scandal ensued last September after Aldean was caught cozying up to American Idol season 11 contestant Brittany Kerr. The Dirt Road Anthem singer released a public apology, saying, "The truth is that I screwed up. I had too much to drink, let the party get out of hand and acted inappropriately at a bar," he said. "I'm not perfect, and I'm sorry for disappointing you guys."


PICS: Star Sightings


"I think we're fine. I think anytime you go through anything like that--I mean, it's tough," the singer told CBS This Morning back in November. "We've been together for a long time and through a lot of things together. Those are things that most people get to deal with in private, but we didn't have the luxury of doing that."


RELATED: 10 Biggest Divorce Payouts


Aldean, 36, and Ussery have two daughters together, Keely, 10, and Kendyl, 5, and were married in 2001 after first meeting in high school.


RELATED: World Premiere of Jason Aldean's 1994


What do you think? Can Aldean's marriage survive?


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All-Star Celebrity Apprentice: Ahab´s in Charge, and He´s Gone Mad

It’s mid-season and with only six All-Stars remaining, the pressure is on for the cast of The Celebrity Apprentice 6. In the upcoming episode, things go a little ‘crazy’ as Gary Busey goes head to head in a challenge with Lil Jon.


PICS: Star Sightings


The remaining group is divided in half with Busey heading the Plan B project team and Lil Jon managing the Power project comprised of Trace Adkins and Mary Lou Henner. Lisa Rinna and Penn Jillette join Busey as the teams are tasked with writing, producing, and directing a demonstrational video to highlight LG’s Smart Home and Home Entertainment systems.


Busey’s concept for the video involves household appliances and a mechanical dog which the 68 year-old Point Break actor portrays in the commercial.


''What will LG do next? You’ll hear dad say, ‘they’re gonna create a mechanical dog,'" Busey says of his concept.


Busey outlines the video, dominates writing the script, and casts the actors, all of which Rinna and Jillette are not happy with.


''Gary is bats#*t crazy. Period. End of story,” Lisa Rinna says. ''I really feel like Penn and I are going to have to work 3 or 4 times as hard for Gary. He’s got to step up now. We’re all stars. The top 6.”


''Gary had surprisingly picked two women of the same age to play his wife and his daughter in some sort of weird Mormon sister-wife thing,” Jillette says. '' It’s creepy.”


Busey's improvisation of a 'mechanical dog' is one of a man-turned-vomiting creature , in short, a portrayal that is not very convincing to his team mates or Ivanka Trump who asks Busey, "Was the mechanical dog barking or throwing up?"


Here are some quotes from Busey from throughout the episode.


''You’re given the ingredients to make a cake. If some of the ingredients refuse to come into the cake, you won’t have a good cake”-when talking about Rinna and Jillette.


''I feel like a salmon swimming down the stream with Lisa"-about disagreeing with Lisa.


''I’m so happy I chose you. I don’t choose you, the spirit of the work chooses you and I know the performances and the joy of emotions that you will give to this little short lives 5000 miles past heaven and that’s a beautiful place to live" –when talking to the actors in the commercial.


''I’ve been out of my body twice and I stopped breathing for eight minutes…and I was told by a medicine man years ago ‘when you leave your body, don’t get to far away from it because you might not find your way back.'"-when talking to the actors.


Season 6 brought back an ''All Star" celebrity cast including Brande Roderick, Claudia Jordan, Dennis Rodman, La Toya Jackson, Lil Jon, Omarosa and the only previous winner Bret Michaels which formed team Power. Team Plan B was formed by Dee Snider, Gary Busey, Lisa Rinna, Marilu Henner, Penn Jillette, Stephen Baldwin and Trace Adkins for a total of 14.


Joan Rivers guest stars on this episode which airs Sunday April 28 at 9/8c on NBC.


First Look: 'Celebrity Apprentice 6'


To preview a clip from the episode check out the video above.


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Gwyneth Paltrow Impersonates Jay Z Beyonce on The Ellen DeGeneres Show

Gwyneth Paltrow had quite the eventful visit to The Ellen DeGeneres Show on April 26, where aside from revealing her intimate grooming habits and dancing with strippers, she also got to impersonate her BFF Beyonce and Jay-Z.


Pics: Gwyneth Paltrow's Top Looks


During Ellen's version of charades, Gwyneth was asked to do her best impersonations of not just the power couple but Kanye West and even husband Chris Martin, and it's safe to say that -- lyrically at least -- the "World's Most Beautiful Woman" nailed it!


Video: Gwyneth Paltrow's 'World's Most Beautiful Woman' Backlash


Click the video to hear Gwyneth's surprising rapping skills, and her own version of Beyonce's Halo.


More On: Beyonce Knowles, Ellen DeGeneres, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jay-Z


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