Nadal practices early as U S Open braces for Sharapova vs Halep

Nadal practices early as U S Open braces for Sharapova vs Halep Nadal practices early as U.S. Open braces for Sharapova vs Halep Twice champion Rafa Nadal was out practicing early shortly before the first balls were hit at the U.S. Open on Monday as the tournament gets off to an exciting start with Maria Sharapova taking on world number two Simona Halep. Russian Sharapova, who this season returned from a doping ban, was granted a wildcard entry to the last grand slam of the season but received a tough first-round draw in the shape of Romanian Halep.

Hear Fergie and Nicki Minaj Join Forces on “You Already Know”

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Lil Uzi Vert Calls Paramore's Hayley Williams The Best

Lil Uzi Vert Calls Paramore's Hayley Williams The Best Lil Uzi Vert Calls Paramore's Hayley Williams "The Best" Lil Uzi Vert is drawing inspiration from an unlikely source. Lil Uzi Vert used this past week to drop what was surely one of rap's most anticipated release, Luv Is Rage 2. Giving fans all of 12 hours in terms of notice, the resulting release is one that showcases a young emcee who is continuing to grow and help shape the current sound of hip-hop's newest wave. However, when he sat down with Zane Lowe, who hosts his own radio show on Beats 1 for Apple Music, for an interview, Uzi had some surprising revelations for those who watched. While this is true of pretty much the entire chat, several assertions in particular should pique the interest of anyone interested in not only Uzi's musical background and what inspires him, but also where he's headed after Luv Is Rage 2.

Tobe Hooper, Director Of 'Chain Saw Massacre,' Dies At 74

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Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez cozy up on 'Shades of Blue' set

Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez cozy up on 'Shades of Blue' set Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez cozy up on 'Shades of Blue' set Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez got close on the "Shades of Blue" set this week. The 48-year-old singer and actress and 42-year-old retired MLB star were spotted snapping selfies Wednesday as Lopez took a break from filming Season 3 of the NBC series. Us Weekly reported Lopez was shooting an overnight scene for the show. The "World of Dance" judge, who plays Det. Harlee Santos, was all smiles in a curly wig, grey sweater and jeans as she posed for photos with Rodriguez. Rodriguez followed up Thursday by sharing a picture on Instagram of Lopez in costume. The snapshot shows the actress posing on a bed in a white henley and ripped jeans. "Surprise visit from my favorite detective. #harlee," the former New York Yankees player captioned the photo. Rodriguez had posted a video Wednesday of his morning workout with Lopez, which featured the pair doing "This is Us"-style pushups. The couple were first linked in March, and confirmed their relationship the same month. Read more at http://ift.tt/2wK7xMj

Katy Perry, Taylor Swift set to steal show at Video Music Awards

Katy Perry, Taylor Swift set to steal show at Video Music Awards Katy Perry, Taylor Swift set to steal show at Video Music Awards LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Rapper Kendrick Lamar should be the big winner at Sunday’s MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs), but long-time rivals Katy Perry and Taylor Swift are expected to steal the limelight at a show that thrives on controversy and surprises. Lamar leads all comers with eight VMA nominations for his “Humble” music video, a searing critique on the excesses of fame and social media.

From teacher to tragic figure, the life of Princess Diana

From teacher to tragic figure, the life of Princess Diana From teacher to tragic figure, the life of Princess Diana It has been 20 years since the death of Princess Diana in a car crash in Paris and the outpouring of grief that followed the death of the "people's princess." Here is a timeline of the key moments in Princess Diana's life: —July 1, 1961: Diana Frances Spencer is born into an aristocratic family. —February 24, 1981: Lady Diana's engagement to Prince Charles, 32, is announced.