Posted 4/16/09 1:23 pm EST by MTV News in Headlines Of The Day
By Rya Backer
Here are just a taste of the stories we've got for you today.
Fantasia's going to have a VH1 reality show in 2010 — but how much will it verge into "Rock of Love" territory?
Find out why Lil Jon keeps getting texts about how great he looks on the cover of Teen Vogue.
Which Brits did Diddy sign to Bad Boy?
Keep checking back for more headlines!
Posted 4/3/09 2:56 pm EST by MTV News in Headlines Of The Day
By Rya Backer
We're just about at the weekend, but before we leave, we've got stories on Miley and Madonna!
Find out why Miley Cyrus and Nick Jonas are getting back together.
Was Madonna able to adopt her second child from Malawi?
Check back in with us on Monday!
Posted 3/30/09 2:23 pm EST by MTV News in Headlines Of The Day
By Rya Backer
Happy Monday! It's been a busy top of the week thus far, and here are some of the stories we've been working on.
The power of a top hat: T-Pain fell off a golf cart, lost four teeth, got 'em back and Auto-Tuned his way to the stage last night!
Madonna may soon be a mother of four! She’s back in Malawi, awaiting a ruling on her application to bring home a 4-year-old named Mercy.
Green Day's American Idiot could be coming to a stage near you! Find out how the trio's 2004 album is being reincarnated.
Posted 3/27/09 2:39 pm EST by MTV News in Britney Spears, Headlines Of The Day
By Rya Backer
So today's HOTD went a little bit differently. See, I'm usually the gal who writes and produces the segment (which is shot at my desk), but today, after finishing the script, I stepped away from the prompter and in front of the camera. It was very nerve-racking, and I promise, if I ever do it again, I'll look straight into the camera instead of, well, everywhere else. Anyway!
Two members of Britney Spears' tour crew got into some trouble yesterday, and in addition to Ms. Spears speaking up about it, our own Jocelyn Vena offered a few words.
And do you read Britney's Twitter? How about 50 Cent's? Well, yeah, they're not written by the actual celeb.
Have a great weekend!
Posted 3/26/09 3:37 pm EST by MTV News in American Idol, Headlines Of The Day
By Rya Backer
So, we're running a little late today — sue us, we've been busy! In any case, a lot has happened since yesterday, so here are Thursday's headlines of the day!
Jim Cantiello live-blogged "American Idol"'s Motown Week — check it out here!
Steven Roberts got an invite to the listening session for Asher Roth's Asleep in the Bread Aisle album, and gave us a play-by-play of the event.
Posted 3/25/09 5:31 pm EST by MTV News in Headlines Of The Day
By Rya Backer
Yesterday was a slowish news day, but oh — how we've been compensating all day!
Looks like Rihanna might have helped create a new law — find out what "Rihanna's Law" could entail.
Kelly Clarkson's album is #1 again! The "Twilight" soundtrack climbed back to #2! But who were this week's big SoundScan surprises?
And finally, Barack Obama got good ratings! Well, we've yet to hear about how last night's press conference did, but you guys seem to really like what he's up to.
More stories to come! Keep checking in, and we'll talk to you tomorrow.
Posted 3/24/09 2:28 pm EST by MTV News in Headlines Of The Day
By Rya Backer
Hello, Newsroom readers! Here's what we've got going in today's Headlines of the Day.
"WrestleMania XXV" is on April 5 in Houston, and Pussycat Dolls frontwoman Nicole Scherzinger and Kid Rock will be performing. Find out who will be kicking off the show with a rendition of "America the Beautiful."
And growing girl Miley Cyrus wants all of you to know something — check out what she has to say about her career.
That's all for today, but check back tomorrow!
Posted 3/23/09 2:32 pm EST by MTV News in Headlines Of The Day
By Alex Shapiro
It's a busy Monday in the newsroom, and here's just a sampling of today's stories.
The "Twilight" DVD came out this weekend and sold approximately 10 gazillion copies. OK, that might not have been the actual figure but still, many, many, many of you Twilighters were really psyched to watch the movie in the comfort of your own home.
More acts are rumored to have joined the Lollapalooza lineup! Lou Reed, the Decemberists, Tool and the Killers just might be playing alongside the legendary likes of the Beastie Boys, Depeche Mode and Jane's Addiction.
Lastly, congratulations again to M.I.A., not just for having a kid, but for giving him an awesome name. So, Ikhyd Edgar Arular Bronfman, welcome!
More to come tomorrow!
Posted 3/20/09 3:35 pm EST by MTV News in Headlines Of The Day
By Rya Backer
Hello, Newsroom blog readers! Today's HOTD offers up a range of stories — some happy, some... well… that are total downers.
DoSomething.org has released a PSA that re-enacts the alleged altercation between Chris Brown and Rihanna. Disturbing!
President Obama reached out to the country in a different way last night: by appearing on Jay Leno! The prez talked about a variety of things from AIG to "American Idol," but unfortunately, he also made a comment about the Special Olympics that got him into trouble.
Think Mary J. Blige is just a music sensation? Well, you're wrong. Find out how she'll be doing just fine on the silver screen!
Have a great weekend!
Posted 3/19/09 3:08 pm EST by MTV News in Headlines Of The Day
By Rya Backer
It's been a not-so-quiet day around the office. Here are some of the stories that have kept us from our lunch breaks.
Mark Hoppus loves us! The Twitter-holic Blink-182 frontman gave us a shout-out yesterday for our article about ... just how much he Twitters. Perhaps today's headline will be cause for another mention.
Boozehounds who love pop music, rejoice! Set aside the Cîroc and get ready to try Justin Timberlake's new tequila, 901. Perhaps it's best enjoyed while sporting an article of William Rast clothing?
Lastly, and most unfortunately, stars of stage and screen are mourning the passing of actress Natasha Richardson, who died Wednesday after a skiing accident. We at MTV News offer our deepest condolences to her loved ones.