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LOS ANGELES, CA -- (Marketwire) -- 05/14/12 -- WHAT: Starlight Children's Foundation (www.starlight.org) will host its annual Gala on Thursday, May 17, 2012 at the Beverly Hilton. "A Stellar Night," presented by Nintendo of America, encourages supporters to invite their children and grandchildren to learn early lessons of philanthropy at its ever-popular Kids' Lounge, sponsored this year by Kids Only, a division of JAKKS Pacific, Inc. The Original Big Wheel, a made in America classic toy that generations know and love, is back this summer and Kids Only is thrilled to provide the first 100 Big Wheel ride-ons to attendees of the Kids Only Kids' Lounge to enjoy. Starlight's 2012 "Heart of Gold Award" will be presented to Ted Price on behalf of Insomniac Games. This award is presented to individuals with generous hearts and a deep commitment to children. The inaugural "... (more)

LMFAO Receives Nominations In 17 Categories For The 2012 Billboard Music Awards

SANTA MONICA, Calif., April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Last week was a busy one for Party Rock/will.i.am/Cherrytree/Interscope recording artists LMFAO who performed their official apology anthem "Sorry For Party Rocking" on American Idol Thursday night in a high octane performance that included a shuffling zebra on stage.  That same day the nominations for the 2012 Billboard Music Awards were released and LMFAO was a finalist in 17 categories (second only to Adele who was a finalist in 18 categories) including Top Hot 100 Artist, Top Duo/Group and Top Pop Artist.  LMFAO will ... (more)

Tribune Broadcasting Reaches Agreement With DirecTV

CHICAGO, April 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Tribune Broadcasting announced this evening that it has reached an agreement with DirecTV that will enable DirecTV subscribers to avoid any further disruption in service and to once again enjoy Tribune's 23 local television stations as well as WGN America, Tribune's national cable network.  "We are extremely pleased to have reached an agreement with DirecTV and to return our valuable news, entertainment and sports programming to DirecTV subscribers," said Nils Larsen, Tribune Broadcasting president.  "On behalf of Tribune Broadcasting, I wa... (more)

Local Doctor Competes in 'Idol' Style Walmart Contest

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark., March 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Mom- and locally-owned small business Naturopathic Alternatives is excited to announce its participation in Walmart's 'Get on the Shelf' contest. Their product, Colic Care, is the first, all-natural, dietary supplement that can provide long-term relief for infant fussiness and gas. Similar to popular shows like American Idol, the public votes daily for their favorite product by text and through Facebook. The winner receives a spot on Walmart shelves and three runners-up will be sold on Walmart.com. "What a huge opportunity this ... (more)

Haley Reinhart to Perform Debut Single "Free" on American Idol March 22nd

SANTA MONICA, Calif., March 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Haley Reinhart — the 21-year-old Illinois native who won over American Idol viewers with her unique, standout performances and jazzy vocal style as a Season 10 finalist — will release her debut single, "Free," digitally on March 20th. The piano-driven track, which Haley describes as "an empowering break-up song" is the lead-off single from Haley's eagerly awaited debut album, Listen Up!, which will be released by 19 Recordings/Interscope Records on May 22nd.  To hear "Free" visit http://intersco.pe/HaleyFree Beginning today th... (more)