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The Simpsons Had a Theory About the LOST Finale, Too

Matt Cherette · 05/24/10 01:50AM

So, following the LOST finale, it seems that the ~Internet~ is divided. Some loved the series finale that was six years—and countless headdesks—in the making, and some hated it. But! The Simpsons beat everyone with its own prediction.

LIVE: The LOST Series Finale Event

Matt Cherette · 05/23/10 06:00PM

Well, folks, it's finally here. Tonight, LOST will end its six year run with a seemingly endless event finale, and you're invited to watch along and discuss with all of your fellow commenters! Inside, a schedule and your open thread.

Geeking Out at the LOST Exhibition

Whitney Jefferson · 05/19/10 09:40PM

Tonight, a special preview of the Lost showcase at the Vilcek Foundation was held for select members of the press. Somehow we were invited and decided to channel our extreme excitement into photos for the rest of you to enjoy.

Jon Stewart Rips Republicans for Bush-Obama Comparisons

Matt Cherette · 05/11/10 10:27PM

Tonight, Jon Stewart brilliantly called out conservative pundits for their constant, "Is this Obama's [Insert Bush Mess-Up]?" questions, and for the hypocrisy of championing Bush's policies but then implying they were bad when making the Obama comparisons. Video inside.

Jon Stewart Continues His Mockery of the British Election

Matt Cherette · 05/11/10 03:44AM

Tonight, Jon Stewart continued his satirical look at the election of Britain's next Prime Minister and commented on the "hung parliament," before bringing in John Oliver to try to explain why things had ended up how they had. Video inside.

Betty White: Bluffin' with Her Muffin on SNL

Matt Cherette · 05/08/10 11:03PM

Tonight's the night! Betty White is hosting SNL and, as expected, she's killing it. An instant classic from the episode? White—along with Ana Gasteyer and Molly Shannon—in a hilarious "Delicious Dish" sketch about her famous "muffin." Video inside.

Jon Stewart Takes On Times Square Bomber Case, Exposes John McCain

Matt Cherette · 05/04/10 10:19PM

Tonight, Jon Stewart gave an amusing statement about the case of the failed Times Square bombing and its aftermath, including a comparison of John McCain's anti-Miranda statements to those of Glenn Beck that made McCain seem utterly ridiculous. Video inside.

Miley Cyrus Debuts Sexualized New Music Video

Matt Cherette · 05/04/10 08:30PM

Does Miley Cyrus want to be a sex symbol? If the video for her new single, "Can't Be Tamed," is the litmus test by which to judge, then, well... yes. Problem? She's 17. The video, and initial web reaction, inside.

Elisabeth Hasselbeck Criticizes Erin Andrews' Skimpy DWTS Outfits

Matt Cherette · 05/04/10 02:32PM

Oh, Elisabeth Hasselbeck. *Shudder* On The View today, Hasselbeck criticized Erin Andrews for wearing skimpy outfits on Dancing with the Stars—and defended her peeping tom in the process—before the rest of the panel shut her down. Video inside.

The Return of Coco: O'Brien Slams Leno, NBC on 60 Minutes

Matt Cherette · 05/02/10 07:19PM

Tonight, Conan O'Brien made his long-awaited return to television with an interview on 60 Minutes. O'Brien was candid about the entire Late Night Wars fiasco, taking shots at Jay Leno, Jeff Zucker and NBC in the process. Video highlights inside.

First Look: Betty White's SNL Promo

Matt Cherette · 04/24/10 11:38PM

Tonight's SNL may not be great, but at least we had this: the first of what will hopefully be many hilarious promos for the Betty White-hosted May 8th episode. Watch as White talks about web rumors that she's a "cougar."