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• Jul 25, 2012

  Pitt, Jolie Hacking Victims in Rupert Murdoch Journalism Scandal

  Pitt and Jolie were hacking victims in the steadily growing scandal involving Rupert Murdoch's News of the World tabloid, former editors Andy Coulson and Rebekah Brooks, and various targets for exposure. Tuesday, British officials released more names of at least 600 suspected of being hacked between 2000 and 2006.

• Jul 25, 2012

  USS Miami Fire Let Man 'Leave Work Early': $400 Million in Damages to Nuclear Sub

  The USS Miami fire was set by a civilian employee looking to leave work early. The anxious arsonist apparently set fire to the nuclear Navy submarine twice in 24 days, causing $400 million in damage.

• Jul 24, 2012

  Mariah Carey Gets $18 Million to Judge 'American Idol' for 1 Year

  Mariah Carey, who was recently recruited to judge singing talent show "American Idol," will reportedly make a staggering $18 million for just one year sitting on the panel, according to the reports. The move makes her the highest-paid judge of any reality show ever made.

• Jul 24, 2012

  Cybill Shepherd Engaged at 62: 'I Never Thought I'd Get Married Again'

  Cybill Shepherd is engaged to her boyfriend Andrei Nikolajevic. The 62-year-old actress famous for her roles in "Taxi Driver," "Cybill," and "The L Word" had her publicist confirm the news of soon-to-be third marriage.

• Jul 23, 2012

  Are Christians Missing the 'Startup Revolution'? Conference Aimed at Young Entrepreneurs

  A new online conference, Christ in Business, aims to help a generation full of hopeful, would-be entrepreneurs build their own businesses and influence the world to the glory of God. However, some are worried the church is being left out of the "startup revolution," missing the chance to create opportunities for themselves and others.

• Jul 23, 2012

  Hannaford Beef Recalls for Salmonella Poisoining Total 30,000 Pounds of Meat

  Hannaford beef recalls were scheduled for nearly 30,000 pounds of meat. The beef, supplied by Cargill Beef, was pulled from the Maine-based supermarket chain because it may contain salmonella, which could poison customers if eaten.

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  Jul 23, 2012

  'The New Normal,' Gay Couple Adoption Show, 'Damaging Our Culture,' Says One Million Moms

  "The New Normal," a television show about homosexual couple who hires a surrogate mother, has been the subject of protest by family values group One Million Moms. One Million Moms says that the show's creator, openly gay producer Ryan Murphy of "Glee," is "damaging our culture" and "attempting to redefine marriage."

• Jul 23, 2012

  NBA Uniform Ads in Works for 2013-2014 Season, Fans 'Displeased' With Move

  NBA uniform ads in the form of 2 x 2 patches on players' jerseys became a real possibility Thursday, when NBA Commissioner David Stern told the media that he had discussed the issue with the Board of Governors. Fans, though, are generally displeased with the idea.

• Jul 20, 2012

  Wayne Manor, $32 Million Price Tag for Dark Knight's Mansion, Say Realtors

  Wayne Manor's $32 million price tag was created by Movoto Real Estate, who propsed the cost of Bruce Wayne's elaborate home based on a number of factors. Although Gotham City isn't a real place, the mansion Batman lives in was treated as such for the project, with some interesting speculation added.

• Jul 18, 2012

  Lady Gaga Nude in 'Fame' Fragrance Ad: 'I'm A Bit Nervous,' Says Star

  Lady Gaga appeared nude in an advertisement for her perfume, Fame. The fragrance campaign is bizarre and risqué enough to have the eccentric singer "nervous" for its reception.