George Clooney

Amal Clooney speaking at recent news conference for another high-profile case

Amal Clooney slammed by Azerbaijan for taking on human rights case

Amal Clooney is a successful British attorney, known for taking on human rights cases. This week she took on the case of an investigative journalist in the former Soviet republic of Azerbaijan, who’s in jail. The Azerbaijani government has counterattacked with personal attacks on her.

Amal Clooney slammed by Azerbaijan for taking on human rights case
John Cleese performing during a dress rehearsal of his one man show in 2009.

John Cleese, of Monty Python fame, joins George Clooney in attacking The Daily Mail

John Cleese, of Monty Python fame, joins George Clooney in attacking The Daily Mail
U.S. actor George Clooney smiles as he arrives on the red carpet for the premiere of "Gravity" at the 70th Venice Film Festival in Venice August 28, 2013. Clooney and Sandra Bullock star in Alfonso Cuaron movie "Gravity" which debuts at the festival.

George Clooney turns the tables on the British tabloid The Daily Mail

George Clooney turns the tables on the British tabloid The Daily Mail

CIA plays active role in managing its image in Hollywood films

CIA plays active role in managing its image in Hollywood films

The History of the CIA in Hollywood Movies

The History of the CIA in Hollywood Movies
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Aha Moment: Jon Ronson on Kurt Vonnegut

Kurt Vonnegut is a serious writer who holds a special place in the hearts of teenagers (including a young Kurt Andersen). Jon Ronson got hooked on Vonnegut when he was 15.

Aha Moment: Jon Ronson on Kurt Vonnegut
The World

Gabby Pahinui: Hula Medley

When the producers of The Descendants wanted an authentic Hawaiian sound, they turned to the music of the late guitarist Gabby Pahinui, putting six of his songs on the soundtrack.

Gabby Pahinui: Hula Medley

Iranian Singer Sussan Deyhim Contributes to the Argo Soundtrack

Iranian singer Sussan Deyhim contributed music to the new film "Argo." The film is set in Tehran during the US Embassy hostage crisis that followed the Iranian revolution. This is a time period that resonates with her even though she had left Iran.

Iranian Singer Sussan Deyhim Contributes to the Argo Soundtrack

Olivia Wilde discusses new Kristof documentary 'Half the Sky'

On Sunday, the PBS Documentary Half the Sky debuts. It's based on the best-selling book of Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn, and includes well-known Hollywood actors and actresses in major roles.

Olivia Wilde discusses new Kristof documentary 'Half the Sky'

Romney looking for campaign cash during overseas trip

Mitt Romney is on his first international trip as presumptive Republican presidential nominee. As part of his trip, particularly in London, he's hosting fundraising dinners for Americans living abroad.

Romney looking for campaign cash during overseas trip
Mitt Romney

Looking for Campaign Cash Overseas

Mitt Romney is scheduled to attend the opening ceremonies of the London Olympics Friday night. He's also visiting London to raise some cash.

Looking for Campaign Cash Overseas

Artist Ramiro Gomez paints cardboard cut-outs of LA's "invisible workers"

Artist and nanny Ramiro Gomez paints life size cardboard cut-outs of housekeepers, landscapers and gardeners to pay homage to the hidden workers behind LA’s wealthiest neighborhoods.

Artist Ramiro Gomez paints cardboard cut-outs of LA's "invisible workers"

The 84th Annual Academy Awards

The 84th Annual Academy Awards

Academy Awards Predictions

Academy Awards Predictions

What's old is new — and award winning — in Academy Award nominations

The Oscar nominations came out Tuesday and Hugo was a big winner, with 11 nominations. But across the board, movies set years ago did well this year.

What's old is new — and award winning — in Academy Award nominations