From: Newsday on Tue, Jul 05 2011 4:59 PM

Cory Monteith, who plays likeable characters in the TV show 'Glee' and the new movie 'Monte Carlo,' says he’s interested in playing a jerk for his next role. The 29-year-old also talks about plans to release his own CD. (July 5)

From: Newsday on Tue, Jul 05 2011 1:43 PM

Man arrested over Paris Hilton restraining order; Prince William performs water landings in Canada; Harry Potter star, Daniel Radcliffe, says he no longer drinks. AP video. (July 5)

From: Newsday on Tue, Jul 05 2011 10:27 AM

President Obama celebrated Independence Day with a concert outside the White House, with music by Jordin Sparks, Josh Groban and rock 'n' roll legend Little Richard. The night ended with a spectacular fireworks display over the National Mall. (July 5)

From: Newsday on Sat, Jul 02 2011 8:11 PM

A day after the civil wedding that transformed one-time Olympic swimmer Charlene Wittstock into the Princess of Monaco, she and Prince Albert II wed in a star-studded religious ceremony Saturday. (July 2)

From: Newsday on Fri, Jul 01 2011 6:37 PM

Daniel Radcliffe tells the AP’s Alicia Quarles that he got emotional on the set of 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2,' the last installment in the hit film series. AP video. (July 1)

From: Newsday on Fri, Jul 01 2011 3:17 PM

The Chinese communist party has celebrated 90 years since its formation, capping weeks of buildup with pomp and ceremony. China’s President Hu Jintao renewed promises to fight corruption. (July 1)

From: Newsday on Fri, Jul 01 2011 12:01 PM

Jennifer Aniston and Jason Bateman talk about their new comedy 'Horrible Bosses' at the film’s Los Angeles premiere, while Jamie Foxx explains his character's scalp tattoo. AP video. (July 1)

From: Newsday on Fri, Jul 01 2011 5:40 AM

At the International Brotherhood of Magicians convention in Dallas, the next generation of entertainers are learning insider tips from seasoned magicians. (July 1)

From: Newsday on Wed, Jun 29 2011 10:38 PM

Bloomington police say a search effort that enlisted volunteers to look for signs of a missing Indiana University student is coming to an end. (June 29)

From: Newsday on Wed, Jun 29 2011 7:08 PM

In this quirky drama that debuted at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival, a reclusive sports hustler returns home to his family farm after years of absence and reunites with his eccentric brothers.

From: Newsday on Wed, Jun 29 2011 7:08 PM

Pope Benedict XVI has tweeted for the first time, announcing the launch of a Vatican news information portal. AP video. (June 29)

From: Newsday on Wed, Jun 29 2011 7:08 PM

President Barack Obama says gays are our friends and neighbors and should be treated like every other American. But days after New York state legalized same-sex marriage, the president stopped short of endorsing gay nuptials himself. (June 29)

From: Newsday on Wed, Jun 29 2011 3:26 PM

Dave Salmoni on the motivation and the dangers for those taking part in Mark Burnett’s latest adventure reality show Salmoni hosts, ABC's 'Expedition Impossible.' AP video. (June 28)

From: Newsday on Wed, Jun 29 2011 3:25 PM

"Transformers 3" star Rosie Huntington-Whitely isn’t afraid to kiss and tell. The AP's Alicia Quarles dishes with the cast at the film's star-studded New York premiere. AP video. (June 29)

From: Newsday on Wed, Jun 29 2011 11:41 AM

Lady Gaga’s spokeswoman says lawsuit is misguided; Judge orders Charlie Sheen wages docked for child support; Attorneys say Mel Gibson's divorce nearly done. AP video. (June 29)

From: Newsday on Tue, Jun 28 2011 8:46 PM

Former 'American Idol' winner David Cook’s second studio album 'This Loud Morning' is now in stores. He had a year and a half to work on it as opposed to the four month turnaround after winning the seventh season of 'Idol.' (June 28)

From: Newsday on Tue, Jun 28 2011 10:57 AM

Myanmar deports Hollywood star Michelle Yeoh; Court denies appeal by Mel Gibson’s ex over attorneys; Stephenie Meyer's 'Host' heads to theaters in March 2013. (June 28)

From: Newsday on Mon, Jun 27 2011 9:45 PM

A 16-year-old high school basketball standout from Indiana is trying to recover from serious injuries suffered in a plane crash that claimed his family. For Austin Hatch, this is the second time he has survived a crash. (June 27)

From: Newsday on Mon, Jun 27 2011 3:14 PM

Billy Ray Cyrus returns with a new patriotic album 'I’m American' and talks about living out his troubles in the public eye. (June 27)

From: Newsday on Mon, Jun 27 2011 3:14 PM

'Cars 2' keeps Pixar in the driver’s seat as the animated film bests 'Bad Teacher' at theaters. AP video. (June 27)