Georgia Tech defeats #4 Wake Forest with last second shot

Fresh off there defeat of #1 Duke, Wake Forest (17-2) fell victim to the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (10-10). Iman Shumpert hit the game winning jumpshot with 1 second left on the clock to make the final score 76-74. This was also the first time the Aminu brothers battled it out. Both Wake Forest's Al-Farouq Aminu and Tech's Alade Aminu ended with a double-double.

First image of Cobra Commander

hisstank.com recently posteg some of the first images of many characters from the upcoming film "GI Joe: Rise of Cobra". According to movieweb.com The Doctor will be what has been/will be the character traditionaly known as Cobra Commander.

Blagojevich ousted

The Illinois state senate unanimously voted to remove Gov. Rod Blagojevich from office. Blagojevich was arrested on federal corruption charges in December. Federal authorities allege, among other things, that he was trying to sell or trade the Senate seat that became vacant after Barack Obama was elected president. Lt. Gov. Patrick Quinn will replace him.

Fox green lights new Narnia film

According to Variety, Fox will move forward with The Chronicles of Narnia: Voyage of the Dawn Treader. Disney left the project just a month ago. Plans are to begin production this summer with a release date planned for sometime in 2010. Ben Barnes, Skandar Keynes and Georgie Henley are coming back as Caspian, Edmund and Lucy.

Felton out at UGA

UGA fired men's basketball Coach Dennis Felton this morning. AD Damon Evans has lofty goals for UGA basketball which include winning “conference championships and national championships.” I mean really Georgia, firing your coach in the middle of the year? This for a team that has only made it to the final four once in program history. Stay Classy UGA!

USA will bid for 2018/2022 World Cup

The US will submit simultaneous bids to host FIFA's World Cup in either 2018/2022. The US last hosted the World Cup in 1994, which was the highest attended World Cup in history. They will face competition from countries such as England, Russia China & others.

I Have The Power...MOTU film back on track

Warner Bros. & producer Joel Silver have found a director for there new "Masters of the Universe" film. John Stevenson, best known for directing this past summer's hit "Kung Fu Pand" is there man. The script, written by Justin Marks, was acquired by Warner Brothers in 2007, and will be produced by Joel Silver, with toy-maker Mattel's Barry Waldo as executive producer.

Stevenson was initially reluctant to work on the film, based on his memories of the 1987 film starring Dolph Lungdren and Frank Langella, but his mind was changed by a visit to Mattel headquarters where he got to see the visuals created by the toymaker staff.

"There was this locked bunker that you had to be escorted into," Stevenson said. "It was filled with art, some generated by the Mattel artists, and I looked around, and said, 'I get it.' We started formulating a specific vision for costumes, creatures, architecture, and the creation of a mythology and look for a whole world we'll create."Waldo says that Stevenson's vision to elevate "Masters of the Universe" matched Mattel's desire to make a high-quality, big Hollywood film around the characters. "John had such passion that we found ourselves trying to run to catch up with his vision."

"Masters of the Universe" follows the story of Prince Adam of Eternia, a land of magic that finds itself coming under fire from the evil forces of Skeletor. Prince Adam is granted the power of the Castle Greyskull to transform into He-Man to protect Eternia.

Steve Martin returns to SNL

This saturday's episode of "Saturday Night Live" will mark the return of one of the shows greatest hosts, Steve Martin. Don't miss it at 11:30.

Joe Johnson heads class of All-Star Reserves

Atlanta Hawks superstar, Joe Johnson was announced as a reserve for the NBA's Eastern Conference All-Stat team. Former Georgia Tech star Chris Bosh was also elected. The All-Star game will be played on Feb. 15th and televised on TNT.

Eastern Conference Reserves

Chris Bosh (Raptors)

Danny Granger (Pacers)

Devin Harris (Nets)

Joe Johnson (Hawks)

Rashard Lewis (Magic)

Jameer Nelson (Magic)

Paul Pierce (Celtics)

Western Conference Reserves

Chauncey Billups (Nuggets)

Pau Gasol (Lakers)

Dirk Nowitzki (Mavericks)

Shaquille O'Neal (Suns)

Tony Parker (Spurs)

Brandon Roy (Trail Blazers)

David West (Hornets)

Turtle doesn't speak

TMZ recently caught up with "Entourage" actor Jerry Ferrara who plays Turtle on the hit HBO series. Although he didn't have much to say, he still had "The Sopranos" actress Jamie-Lynn Sigler at his side which lead TMZ to name him the Patron Saint of Chubby Guys Everywhere.

Anti-Limbaugh petition launched

From CNN.com...

(CNN) – In a bid to capitalize on Rush Limbaugh's recent comment that he hopes President Obama "fails," national Democrats launched a petition drive Wednesday taking direct aim at the conservative radio host.

"Jobs, health care, our place in the world — the stakes for our nation are high and every American needs President Obama to succeed," says the petition, sponsored by the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee. "Stand strong against Rush Limbaugh's Attacks — sign our petition, telling Rush what you think of his attacks on President Obama."

Limbaugh told listeners last week he sharply disagrees with Republicans who have said they hope Obama succeeds as president, and particularly expressed frustration over what he viewed as the "absorption of as much of the private sector by the US government as possible, from the banking business, to the mortgage industry, the automobile business, to health care."

"If I wanted Obama to succeed, I'd be happy the Republicans have laid down," Limbaugh said. "I hope he fails."

The comment sparked outrage in Democratic circles, while defenders of the remark said it was made purely in the context of Obama's economic polices.

Clarkson breaks record

When the new Billboard Hot 100 is released Kelly Clarkson will have broke the record for the largest leap to number in the charts 50 year history. Her new single, "My Life Would Suck Without You," is set to rocket 97-1.

Rourke will wrestle

Mickey Rourke who recently has made a comeback portraying Randy The Ram in the critically acclaimed film "The Wrestler" has signed a contract to wrestle Chris Jericho at the WWE's Wrestlemania 25 on April 5th. Rourke recently won a Golden Globe for his role as Randy.

Breaking News

Tonight's geust on Comedy Central's "Colbert Report" will be none other than Rock-N-Roll legend Sir Paul McCartney. He will be discussing his latest album with Stephen. The Colbert Report airs at 11:30pm EST.

Green Hornet on ice?

Now that director & co-star Stephen Chow has left, Seth Rogan's The Green Hornet may be put on ice. The Green Hornet has originated on the radio and in the comics but is best known as a spin-off to the Batman television series of the 1960s which starred Bruce Lee as the Green Hornet's sidekick Kato. Sony still officialy has the film slated for a June 25, 2010 so all may not be lost.

New G.I. Joe posters released

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This along with four other character posters were recently released in promotion for the upcoming summer blockbuster GI Joe: The Rise of Cobra. Other posters feature characters such as Ripcord & The Baroness, but still no look at Cobra Commander.

A new Bonnie & Clyde

Hillary Duff & Kevin Zegars are both in negotiations to star opposite each other in "The Story of Bonnie & Clyde". It is being stressed that this is not a remake of the 1967 classic which starred Warren Beaty but will show parts of the crime duos life which has never been portrayed before.

T.O. headed for Celebreality

VH1 has announced that controversial Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Terrell Owens will star in his own reality show that will air this summer. The show will focus on his life off the field during the offseason. This show combined with Michael Irvin's new Dallas Cowboys reality show and last summer's HBO series "Hard Knocks" only makes the Dallas Cowboys more of a sideshow.

And the Actor goes to...

The 15th annual Screen Actors Guild awards were held Sunday, Jan. 25th. This is the only awards show of the season where only actors vote to honor their own. A complete list of honorees can be seen at http://www.sagawards.org/ The winners included...

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role
SEAN PENN Harvey Milk Milk

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role

MERYL STREEP Sister Aloysius Beauvier "DOUBT"

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role

Heath Ledger The Joker The Dark Knight

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role

KATE WINSLET Hanna Schmitz "THE READER"

Outstanding Performance by the Cast of a Motion Picture

"SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE"

ESPN will broadcast UGA spring game

The annual G Day game will be held April 11th at 1 pm and will be televised nationally on ESPN. The deal was signed over a year ago but was dependent on the Bulldogs winning at least nine games last season. A smaller version of gameday could also accompany ESPN to campus.

NBA All Star game starters announced

Today the starters were announced for the 2009 NBA All Star game. Orlando Magic center and Atlanta native, Dwight Howard received more votes this season than any other NBA star in a single season with 3,150,181. The All Star reserves will be announced next week. The All Star game will air live on Feb. 15 at 8 pm on TNT.

Eastern Conference

Dwight Howard, Orlando Magic

Lebron James, Cleveland Cavaliers

Kevin Garnett, Boston Celtics

Allen Iverson, Detroit Pistons

Dwayne Wade, Miami Heat

Western Conference

Kobe Bryant, LA Lakers

Chris Paul, New Orleans Hornets

Tim Duncan, San Antonio Spurs

Amare Stoudemire, Phoenix Suns

Yao Ming, Houston Rockets

Patti LuPone to geust star on "30 Rock"

Olivier & Tony award winner, Patti LuPone is set to geust star on an upcoming episode of the hit NBC series "30 Rock". Entertainment Weekly reports that LuPone will play the mother of Frank (Judah Friedlander), the wise-cracking writer on the hit series. An air date for LuPone's appearance has yet to be announced.

And the nominees are...

The nominees for the 81st annual Academy Awards were anounced this morning. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button leads all films with 13 nominations. As expected Heath Ledger received a nomination for his portrayal of The Joker in The Dark Knight. The oscars will be broadcast live on ABC Feb. 22nd. A full list of nominees can be seen at www.oscar.com

Best Picture

-The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

-Frost/Nixon

-Milk

-Slumdog Millionaire

-The Reader

Actor in a leading role

-Mickey Rourke, The Wrestler

-Brad Pitt, Benjamin Button

-Richard Jenkins, The Visitor

-Frank Langella, Frost/Nixon

-Sean Penn, Milk

Actor in a supporting role

-Josh Brolin, Milk

-Robert Downey Jr., Tropic Thunder

-Phillip Seymour Hoffman, Doubt

-Heath Ledger, The Dark Knight

-Michael Shannon, Revolutionary Road

Actress in a leading role

-Anne Hathaway, Rachel Getting Married

-Angelina Jolie, Changeling

-Melissa Leo, Frozen River

-Meryl Streep, Doubt

-Kate Winslet, The Reader

Actress in a supporting role

-Amy Adams, Doubt

-Penelope Cruz, Vicki Cristina Barcelona

-Viola Davis, Doubt

-Taraji P Henson, Benjamin Button

-Marisa Tomei, The Wrestler

Animated feature film

-Bolt

-Wall - E

-Kung Fu Panda

Hawks Johnson, Bibby honor Obama with shoes

When Atlanta Hawks stars Joe Johnson & Mike Bibby hit the court at the United Center in Obama's hometown of Chicago tonight both had a custom made pair of Nike Jordan brand shoes to wear that were in honor of today's historic inauguration. Both pairs of red, white & blue shoes were customized for each player, complete with there personal logos. The date, Jan. 20, 2009, was also included to commemorate the historical moment. “They look pretty good to me,” Johnson said before breaking into a wide smile. “Really good.”

"Obama on my Mind" to premeire in London

A new musical by American writer Teddy Hayes entitled Obama on my Mind will make its world debut March 13th in London. The press materials describes the show as "Celebrating the election and inauguration of America's first black president, Obama On My Mind takes a humorous look at the weird and wonderful world behind the scenes of a small Obama campaign office and the larger than life characters who make the wheels turn, the cogs whirr and bring in the votes. Pop, gospel, jazz and soft rock come together in a politically inspired romp featuring over 11 loyal, obsessive and downright peculiar personalities, striving to get their man into the White House."

You're Welcome America

Will Ferrell's Broadway debut begins previews tonight at the Cort Theatre. You're Welcome America A Final Night With George W. Bush offically opens Feb. 5th and runs through March 15th. HBO will also air a live performance of a performance close to the end of this limited engagement.

Young Jeezy feat. Nas "My President"

An Equally Good Sight

Bush leaves Washington D.C.

Obama becomes 44th President

The 44th President of the United States of America, Barack H. Obama

Jim Carrey, Ewan McGregor share a romance in new film

Ewan McGregor and Jim Carrey's new film, I Love You Phillip Morris has premeired at the Sundance Film Festival. Whats different about this romantic comedy? Carrey & McGregor play lovers and even share intimate scenes. During a Q&A session Carrey was asked what it was like to lock lips with McGregor. Carrey's response "A dream come true. I mean, look at the guy,".

Directed by Glenn Ficarra and John Requa, I Love You Phillip Morris is based on the true story of a con man (Carrey) who meets the love of his life (McGregor) in prison, then concocts elaborate escapes and masquerades to free himself and his man. "It's the same as playing any other kind of man, any other kind of character," said McGregor, saying there was nothing awkward in their kissing and cuddling scenes.

Disney Releases artwork for "A Christmas Carol"

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Disney has given us the first look at "A Christmas Carol". Disney describes A Christmas Carol as a multi-sensory thrill ride re-envisioned by Academy Award winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, which captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3-D motion picture event. The animated film stars Jim Carrey, Cary Elwes, Bob Hoskins, Colin Firth, Gary Oldman, Robin Wright Penn, Tom Hanks and Michael J. Fox and opens in conventional and IMAX theaters on November 6.

Jackman releases statement concerning "Wolverine"

Ain't it Cool News recently received a note a cast photo from Hugh Jackman. It read...

Hey everyone! It's Hugh Jackman, sending this note from freezing Vancouver. I have read a lot of your online comments regarding the footage that we are currently shooting and I share your passion for the Wolverine character and the movie - I owe it all to you guys!

I wanted to reach out and let you know that due to scheduling conflicts with certain cast members and location/weather considerations, we had to wait until now to shoot a couple of scenes. Please rest assured that WOLVERINE will be badass and hopefully meet all of your expectations. I am stoked by the positive response to the teaser, which clearly reflects the tone and scope of the film. If you like that, we've got much more in store!

In the meantime, here's an exclusive shot of some characters you may recognize...Cheers, Hugh

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Production date set for Spider-Man 4

It has been announced that Spider-Man 4 is scheduled to go into production in March of 2010, shooting for a may 2011 release. Director Sam Raimi as well as many cast members from the first three films will return.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Take a moment today to reflect on the positive impact that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. had on our society.

Super Bowl Set

The Arizona Cardinals have finally reached the Super Bowl for the first time in franchise history this afternoon after beating the Philadelphia Eagles to win the NFC title. The Pittsburgh Steelers will represent the AFC after a hard fought game against the Baltimore Ravens. The Super Bowl will be Sunday Feb. 1st on NBC.

Spring Awakening's Broadway run ends

Today marks the final performance of Spring Awakening at Broadway's Eugene O'Neill Theatre. The rock musical won eight Tony awards in 2007 including Best Musical. S.A. will have played 859 performances.

Henderson, Rua are victorious at UFC 93

UFC 93 was home to two 205 lbs bouts that alot of fight fans had been waiting for. Mauricio "Shogun" Rua was underwelmingly victorious over UFC Hall of Famer Mark Coleman. Winning by TKO due to strikes in the third round. In the main event which would also determine who would coach team USA in the new season of The Ultimate Fighter Dan "Hendo" Henderson won a controversial split decision victory giving Rich "Ace" Franklin his first career loss at 205.

Nude photo of Madonna up for auction

Christie's Auction House of NYC will soon be selling a picture of a then 20 year old & completly nude Madonna. This photo is part of a series of photographs that appeared in a 1979 issue of Playboy. The picture is expected to bring somewhere near $10,000.

Vince Carter witnesses plane crash

Perrenial NBA bad ass Vince Carter was a witness to the NYC plane crash thursday. Carter lives in a high rise over looking the Hudson River. Carter said in an interview before the Nets game Thursday night, "I thought I was watching TV. It landed like it was a movie. It hit like nose first, and you could (hear) the impact. Couldn't believe it. Just couldn't believe it."

Marvin Williams suffers head injury

Atlanta Hawks forward Marvin Williams was hospitalized last night after hitting his head on the court. Williams was fouled hard by Golden State’s Ronny Turiaf and fell to the floor, banging his head.

Knoxville brings grenade to airport

Johnny Knoxville was detained at Los Angeles International airport thursday. Security screeners spotted the grenade in his carry on luggage. He was released after it was determined that the greande lacked a pin as well as any type of explosives. But still, what in the hell was he thinking?

Triple Dog Dare

A fourth grade boy in Hammond, Ind. was dared by his friend to stick his tongue to a metal light pole outside while the temperature was around 10 degrees. The result was the same as in the film A Christmas Story.

Kaka set to become a rich man

A.C. Milan & Brazilian national team midfielder Kaka is currently in negotiations to become a member of the English Premeir League's Manchester City. The club has reportedly improved there original offer to $158 million. With a salary like that he could easily be mistaken for a member of the New York Yankees.