Steve Carrell to Produce Unscripted Comedy Show for Fox
Forgive us if we think Fox has gone a bit tipsy with a newly-acquired show. But we’re just talking about a set that tilts at a precarious angle — one of several challenges facing celebrity contestants on a primetime comedy show that will be produced by funnyman Steve Carrell.
Fox has ordered eight episodes of Slide Show, a spin-off of the international hit Anything Goes, which debuted in France in January. The basic premise pits two teams of celebrities and comedians in a series of competitions that force the teams to sing, dance and create comedy sketches while overcoming mental and physical obstacles (hence the tilted set that gives the show its title).
The Capital: Far from the Briar Patch
Well, there’s just no end to it. Every time anyone thinks that Jack and Jackie Kennedy have surpassed themselves in their White House receptions, they manage to super-surpass themselves. Last week they did it again. To the home of the President and his lady came 49 Nobel laureates, who with their wives and other distinguished guests totaled 173.*Gathering in the East Room, the Nobelmen plucked glasses of Manhattans, martinis and sherry from passing trays.
The Price of Glee Docuseries Explores 'Curse' of the Show
Glee, which premiered in 2009, was never expected to become the entertainment behemoth that it did. But the show from creator Ryan Murphy, about the ups and downs of a high school glee club, became a ratings juggernaut and thrust several formerly unknown actors into the spotlight. Within the first two seasons, the stars of Glee became some of the biggest celebrities of the 2010s, and their fame continued after the show wrapped up its sixth and final season in 2015 and many of them moved onto other projects.
The Rolling Stones: Photos of Their Early Days
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When The Rolling Stones played a historic concert in Havana in March, they appeared in Cuba as legendary ambassadors of rock. Back in the early 1960s, they were pretty much exactly the opposite: newcomers on a scene that was itself brand-new. They first performed in 1962, wearing a clean-cut look that matched the style of other fledgling groups. They would soon an embrace an edgier look and sound.
Tiwa Savage's husband is thankful to be alive
Now, he's thankful for life and people who believed in him. He shared this via Instagram on July 29, 2017. "I'm just thankful to be alive, thankful for believing in me, thankful for your love and empathy...... Y'all know yourselves! Blessings!," he wrote alongside a quote that read, "I am thankful for all those nights that turned into mornings, friends that turned into family and dreams that turned into reality.
Trek unveils world's lightest production road bike a day before the Tour de France
The Waterloo, Wisconsin-based company says it is the lightest bike it has ever made and the lightest production road bike in the world. The 56cm Émonda SLR 9 frame weighs 640 grams (1.41 pounds). Trek said the bike, with the build above but in size 56cm, weighs just 13.4 pounds (without pedals). The bike will retail in the US for $11,000. It is the same bike that two-time Tour winner Alberto Contador and his Trek-Segafredo teammates will ride over the next three weeks in the sport's biggest race.
Viral Wheelchair Riders in China Highlight Fears Over E-Bike Ban
An unexpected alternative mode of transport is gaining attention this week in the southern Chinese city of Guangzhou, with videos circulating on social media of dozens of able-bodied youths cruising the streets on electric wheelchairs.
It’s unclear to what extent people are actually starting to ride wheelchairs in the city, but the videos have soared in popularity as authorities in Guangzhou are mulling new restrictions on e-bikes and scooters, vehicles that have become ubiquitous over the last few decades on China’s urban streets due to their convenience and affordability.
We now print our certificates abroad Kwara Poly
“In furtherance of the Management’s efforts to sanitise the system and further enhance the integrity of the institution and its certificate, the Polytechnic’s Certificate is now being printed abroad by reputable printing outfit. “It contains at least eight hidden security features to protect its integrity and make it forge proof. “This will assist in providing a lasting solution to the issue of certificate racketeering in the Polytechnic by fraudulent elements.
Why do lawyers wear wigs?
Have you ever visited a courtroom and wondered why lawyers wear wigs?
However, this practice has a long history and holds special meaning. The history of wigs in courtrooms The tradition of wearing wigs in courtrooms began in England in the 17th century. During this time, wigs were a popular fashion trend among the wealthy and powerful. ADVERTISEMENT
People wore them to show status and importance.
Why do so many footballers cut holes in their socks?
Ever wondered why some footballers socks have holes? Here's why:
Jude Bellingham, Conor Gallagher, and Bukayo Saka are just a few of the footballers known for cutting up their socks during football games, but this isn’t a new practice; it’s been around for quite some time. Football players are increasingly using holes in their socks to release stress in their calves, according to BT Sport analyst Jermaine Jenas. It is said that using this method will increase circulation and lessen cramps, but is there any scientific backing to this?