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The Old Kids Are Back on the Block and Headed to Jakarta

Today’s young generation has Justin Bieber and Katy Perry to worship, but back in the day it was the New Kids on the Block and the Backstreet Boys who ruled the charts. 9:41am May 24, 2012

A Vampire Classic Strikes a New Note

In recent years, movies about vampires have been extremely successful. However, Edward Cullen, the protagonist of the popular “Twilight” series, is not so much a bloodthirsty monster, but rather a vulnerable creature of the dark, longing to keep his humanity intact. 9:34am May 24, 2012

Eurovision: PR Pitfall and Chance for Azerbaijan

Baku, Azerbaijan. Eurovision song contest hopefuls pranced and posed their way through rehearsals at Baku’s Crystal Hall this week, while on nearby streets Azerbaijani police were seizing protesters. 10:38am May 23, 2012

Brad Pitt Mob Movie Portrays Broken American Dream

Cannes, France. Brad Pitt's latest movie paints a bleak picture of the broken American dream, blending a violent but comic gangster story with overt criticism of politicians' failure to address the economic crisis. 9:15am May 23, 2012

‘Provocative’ Lady Gaga Allowed Second Manila Show

Manila. Lady Gaga will be allowed to hold a second concert in Manila on Tuesday night after state censors ruled her “provocative” act was within legal bounds, a city official said. 2:35pm May 22, 2012

Adele, LMFAO Sweep Tribute-Filled Billboard Awards

Los Angeles. Energetic performances and heart-felt tributes took center stage at the Billboard Music Awards on Sunday, as Adele, LMFAO, Justin Bieber, Katy Perry and Taylor Swift came away top awards. 9:19am May 22, 2012

Springtime Comes to Indonesia, on Stilts

Fans of ‘The Raid’ to Get Their ‘Redemption’

Feminist Group Protest at Cannes Premiere

Dangdut Music Gets Its Groove Back

PS Vita Arrives in Indonesia

'Dark Shadows' is a Shadow of Itself

An Actor Explores New Artistic Ground

Contestants? It's TV Talent Judges Basking in Fame, Cash

The Glory Days of Indonesian Cinema

New Kids on the Block and the Backstreet Boys have toured Europe and the US, and are now bound for Asia. (EPA Photo/Robert Vos)

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Dangdut Music Gets Its Groove Back

Every Friday night, Lina Purba hits a dangdut club in central Jakarta with four friends and dances till late in the evening. She has been addicted to the Indian- and Malay-influenced rhythm for more than a year because of new artists such as Julia Perez, she says. 5:06pm May 20, 2012


PS Vita Arrives in Indonesia

Indonesia’s avid gamers can finally enjoy a new gaming experience in the palm of their hands. On May 8, Sony Computer Entertainment launched its latest portable video game device, the PlayStation Vita, at an event in fX mall in South Jakarta. 1:51pm May 20, 2012


Eurovision: PR Pitfall and Chance for Azerbaijan

Baku, Azerbaijan. Eurovision song contest hopefuls pranced and posed their way through rehearsals at Baku’s Crystal Hall this week, while on nearby streets Azerbaijani police were seizing protesters. 10:38am May 23, 2012


‘Provocative’ Lady Gaga Allowed Second Manila Show

Manila. Lady Gaga will be allowed to hold a second concert in Manila on Tuesday night after state censors ruled her “provocative” act was within legal bounds, a city official said. 2:35pm May 22, 2012


The Old Kids Are Back on the Block and Headed to Jakarta

Today’s young generation has Justin Bieber and Katy Perry to worship, but back in the day it was the New Kids on the Block and the Backstreet Boys who ruled the charts. 9:41am May 24, 2012


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    Jubal.Harshaw: post of the day sir.
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