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Well, it had to happen. First we got basic social networks like MySpace and Facebook, then LinkedIn for work, Twitter and Pownce for micro-blogging and mini-updates, and well, at least chronologically, it makes sense: A social network for the dead. Citing the online grieving that occurs on MySpace after someone dies, Monster.com founder Jeff Taylor is launching Tributes.com this June, so that Read more
Famous for its five-word acceptance speeches, last night's Webby Awards honored Steve Jobs in its perfectly succinct fashion. Actors John Hodgman and Justin Long — of the PC and Mac commercials — took the stage, along with Richard Dreyfuss — narrator of the "Here's to the crazy ones . . . " "Think Different" Apple ad — to introduce the video of Hollywood heavyweights, politicians, and Read more
The 2012 Billboard Music Awards brought plenty of famous faces to the MGM Grand in Las Vegas Sunday. LMFAO, who won six awards, opened the show before hosts Julie Bowen and Ty Burrell took the stage. A variety of artists including The Wanted and Kelly Clarkson, introduced by Robin Thicke, had their turn in the spotlight. Carrie Underwood, who brought husband Mike Fisher, performed "Blown Away" in Read more
Jennifer Garner packed up the car and headed out to Pasadena on Saturday with Violet and Seraphina Affleck to visit with friends. Yesterday, Jen and the girls stopped off at the Pacific Palisades farmers market before meeting up with Ben later in the day to watch a school play. Even though weekends are filled with activities with the kids, the busy parents of three recently snuck away from their Read more
In an effort to improve and smarten up search results, Google launched the Knowledge Graph today. Previously, Google's search algorithm matched a string of letters or keywords to websites containing those letters, but keywords often have deeper meanings than face value. Google created the Knowledge Graph in response to the need for a more intelligent search model that better understands the Read more
Find out about Channing Tatum's role as a secret service agent — NextMovie Check out which pop star is getting another Glee tribute episode — BuddyTV Here's where you can watch the teaser trailer for Anchorman 2 — The Hollywood Reporter See all the photos from Moonrise Kingdom — Rotten Tomatoes Watch a super-sized preview of The Amazing Spider-Man — Buzzfeed Lady Gaga has a new meat Read more
Some people will tell you that beauty is about symmetry or contrast, that it's simply a function of the overall aesthetic of an era. But a mother's beauty is deeper, more individual, and enduring. We asked experts on the subject — women who write about beauty and style on a daily basis — to tell us about a beautiful mother in their lives. (And we couldn't help but offer a few maternal Read more
Since giving birth to Blue Ivy, Beyoncé's been spotted with blue nails, a blue dress, and now, a nameplate necklace paying tribute to her baby girl. Since not every child's name can be translated into a nail polish shade, we can see new moms embracing the necklace trend pretty readily. In fact, in the first public photo of Robert Downey, Jr.'s baby boy, Exton Elias, mom Susan was spotted with a Read more
Watch Coldplay pay tribute to Adam Yauch Jay-Z talks Blue Ivy with Oprah See Justin Bieber escort Floyd Mayweather to the ring Jennifer Lopez talks about having more babies Cindy Crawford models with her mom and daughter Read more
Natalie Portman posed for photos outside of the Audrey Hepburn Children's House in New Jersey this afternoon. She was joined by Audrey's son Sean Ferrer for the event to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the location's opening. Natalie serves as an honorary godmother and an advisory board member for the charity, which helps abused and neglected children. Natalie's been stepping out when she's Read more
