THE SURVEY SAYS...

A new Chinet brand survey finds most people enjoy the ability to renew contact with family and friends through social media (like Facebook) but much prefer in person contact.  See the survey story and results here...

ELVIS' CADILLAC UP FOR SALE!! (YOU MAY HAVE TO WIN THE LOTTEY TO OWN IT!)

A Cadillac owned by Elvis in the 70's,  a truck and motorcycles owned by Steve McQueen, cars that belonged to Frank Sinatra, Ringo Starr, and Bette Davis, will all go up for auction next month in California.  Get more details by clicking here...

NEW MOVIES THIS WEEK!!

For Sci-fi fans, it's "World War Z."  Brad Pitt stars as a United Nations employee racing against time to stop a worldwide pandemic.  Rated PG-13.

For audiences of all ages, there is the animated film, "Monsters University," with the return of Mike and James from Monsters Inc.  Rated G for a "good" time for all. (maybe just "general.")

Check out all the new films on the big screen by clicking here...

THEY'VE BEEN MARRIED HOW MANY TIMES? 

Well, there is always Zsa Zsa Gabor, married 9 times, and Jerry Lee Lewis 7 times.

Mickey Rooney and Elizabeth Taylor both 8 times.

But how about Tom Cruise, Paul McCartney, Christie Brinkley, and Kelsey Grammer?

How many times have they walked down the aisle?  Find out by clicking here...

AUTHOR AMBER DUSICK TAKES A LOOK AT 'THINGS SHE DID AS A KID BUT HER KIDS WON'T."

Ah, memories of cars without seatbelts and bike rides without helmets.  Check out her list and drawings by clicking here...

THE "MAN OF STEEL" RETURNS TO THE BIG SCREEN THIS WEEKEND!

See the attached gallery of performers who joined Superman on the screen in previous showings.

Also, check out all new and current movies by clicking here...

WHAT'S IN A NAME?  A LOT IF YOU'RE A PERFORMER!

Many a top actor, singer, or celebrity has chosen a stage name to leave something less desirable behind.

How about Tom Mapother.  He liked Tom Cruise better.

Winona Horowitz liked her first name and became Winona Ryder.

David Jones became David Bowie.

Alicia Foster liked her last name and became Jodie Foster.

Judy Garland is Francis Gumm.

And so it goes, there's a lot in a name after all.  Check out more identities gained by clicking here...

RINGO'S BEATLES PHOTO ARCHIVE!

They were one of the most photographed bands (and individuals) in history, so can there be anything not yet published from the early days of The Beatles?  Yes, if they were photos taken by one of the group,  Ringo Starr.  Click here for the story and video of the Ringo Starr interview on NBC

"A CAPITAL FOURTH" ON PBS WILL FEATURE BARRY MANILOW!!

It's the second time Barry Manilow has been on the PBS 4th of July show, the first being in 2009.  Joining Manilow will be the cast of Broadway's "Motown: The Musical,"  American Idol winner Candice Glover, and members of the cast of Glee.  Tom Bergeron is the host with The National Symphony Orchestra performing.  Here is the story...

JOHN FOGERTY'S "WROTE A SONG FOR EVERYONE" STARTS STRONG!!

John Fogerty's new album got off to a good start with sales placing it third on the Billboard album music charts.  "Wrote A Song For Everyone," includes many classic Creedence Clearwater Revival songs, all of them new recordings with well known stars from country, rock, and pop.  Here is the complete story...

GENE SIMMONS SAYS....KISS WILL BE AROUND FOR AWHILE YET!!

Gene does admit the end may be in sight for the group, but not just yet.  Find out more by clicking here...

(UNUSUAL) FATHERS DAY GIFTS!!

Thanks to uncommongoods.com we have some uncommon gift ideas for that unique father.

Things like a 14th century beer stein, a framed blueprint of his favorite major league ballpark, set of five great minds puzzles, or a portable ping pong set.  Click here for the complete list...