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U.S. Artist Turns Dumpster into a Home

There's nothing trashy about Gregory Kloehn's Brooklyn pied-a-terre: a live-in dumpster that sleeps two with ease, hosts impromptu barbecue parties and sports its own sundeck.

It's the California artist's tin-can contribution to the tiny-house movement that's prompting many Americans to ask if bigger really is better when it comes to having a roof over your head.

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British Police Probe New Diana Murder Claim

British police said Saturday they were examining new information about the 1997 death of Diana, princess of Wales, reportedly including an allegation that she was murdered by a British military figure.

Scotland Yard police headquarters said it was checking the credibility of recently received information about the deaths of the princess and her boyfriend Dodi Fayed.

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Robin Thicke Hits back at Marvin Gaye Plagiarism Claim

R&B superstar Robin Thicke filed legal papers on Friday challenging claims that a riff from his smash hit "Blurred Lines" had been swiped from Marvin Gaye's 1970s classic "Got to Give it Up."

Thicke and collaborators Pharrell Williams and T.I have requested that a federal judge in Los Angeles declares the song wholly original and their own work.

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Chris Brown Gets 1,000 Extra Hours Community Service

Singer Chris Brown was ordered to perform 1,000 hours community service Friday after his probation stemming from the 2009 assault on his then girlfriend Rihanna was restored, officials said.

The 24-year-old R&B star's probation was revoked last month after he was hit with misdemeanor charges following a minor traffic accident.

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Movie Review: Kick-Ass 2 (2013)

Written by Anthony Sargon

I was really excited for "Kick-Ass 2"; I loved the original, and I never expected it to actually get a sequel given its lackluster boxoffice performance. I walked in with high expectations (even after looking at the Rotten Tomatoes score) and, thankfully, walked out feeling pretty satisfied. The movie definitely has some big flaws, but it also has plenty of humor and some very memorable action scenes, and it does more right than it does wrong.

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'The Butler' Serves up U.S. Civil Rights History

Spanning more than 50 years of history and a series of presidents, "The Butler" spotlights the U.S. civil rights struggle through the life and career of a White House servant.

Inspired by Eugene Allen, who held the post for 34 years, the film hits North American theaters Friday and is already seen as a serious contender for the Oscars.

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Haute-Couture Hiking in South Korea

If you want to go hiking in South Korea, you're going to have to spend a substantial amount of money on stand-out designer gear if you want to blend in.

While jeans and a T-shirt will draw attention -- mainly in the form of thinly-disguised pity -- a $650 North Face jacket with the latest ultra-light, three-ply Gore-Tex technology, will barely merit a second glance.

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U.S. Singer Chris Brown's Hit-and-Run Case Dismissed

U.S. rapper Chris Brown, who made headlines in 2009 for his assault on then girlfriend Rihanna, was cleared Thursday in a hit-and-run case.

A Los Angeles judge closed the case after the the 24-year-old and the other driver struck a deal.

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Prince William to Leave Royal Air Force Job in Wales

Britain's Prince William said Wednesday that he is to leave his home on the Welsh island of Anglesey when his posting with the Royal Air Force finishes next month and move "elsewhere" with his wife Kate and their newborn son.

William, 31, is coming to the end of a three-year tour of duty as an RAF search-and-rescue helicopter pilot, and is widely expected to return to London with Kate and their newborn son, Prince George, to take on more royal duties.

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ABC: Sandra Oh Leaving 'Grey's Anatomy'

ABC says "Grey's Anatomy" star Sandra Oh is leaving the medical drama after the coming season.

Shonda Rhimes, the show's creator and executive producer, said she's grateful for what she called the actress' "brilliant" work. Rhimes said "Grey's Anatomy" will savor Oh's character of Dr. Cristina Yang in the upcoming 10th season and give her the exit she deserves.

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