Dog-on-it: Another Hollywood award show (AP)

AP - With Uggie stealing hearts in "The Artist," snagging the spotlight at celebrity events and reportedly preparing for a sketch with Oscar host Billy Crystal, Hollywood really has gone to the dogs this year. There's even a brand-new award show honoring canine performers.

Dog-on-it: Another Hollywood award show (AP)

AP - With Uggie stealing hearts in "The Artist," snagging the spotlight at celebrity events and reportedly preparing for a sketch with Oscar host Billy Crystal, Hollywood really has gone to the dogs this year. There's even a brand-new award show honoring canine performers.

Taiwan's 'Love' features Taiwan-China romance (AP)

AP - Taiwan and China may be drawing ever closer after decades of estrangement, but a pair of star-crossed lovers from opposite sides of the Taiwan Strait encounter huge difficulties in communicating with each other in a new Taiwanese film.

Meryl Streep Oscar email angers voters, but it's legal (Reuters)

Reuters - A Weinstein Company email that appears to skirt AMPAS campaign rules by using a third party to reach Oscar voters has stirred up anger among Academy members and rival campaigners.

Dierks Bentley returns 'Home' to mainstream sound (AP)

AP - Dierks Bentley, "Home" (Capitol Nashville)

Time Warner beats forecasts, shares up (Reuters)

Reuters - Time Warner Inc posted better-than-expected quarterly profit on Wednesday helped by its cable networks and the last installment of its Harry Potter movie franchise.

News Corp reaches more phone hacking settlements (Reuters)

Reuters - A further 15 politicians, sportsmen and celebrities reached settlements with the British newspaper arm of Rupert Murdoch's News Corp on Wednesday over a phone hacking scandal that has rocked his global media empire.

Berlin film festival aims for cutting edge in 2012 (Reuters)

Reuters - The Berlin film festival, which last year set Iranian drama "A Separation" on the path to global fame, has selected an edgier line-up than normal in 2012 with several up-and-coming directors in the main competition.

Berlin film festival aims for cutting edge in 2012 (Reuters)

Reuters - The Berlin film festival, which last year set Iranian drama "A Separation" on the path to global fame, has selected an edgier line-up than normal in 2012 with several up-and-coming directors in the main competition.

"Downton Abbey" brings cool TV crowd to America's PBS (Reuters)

Reuters - Move over, "Mad Men" and Kim Kardashian. There's a new darling in U.S. pop culture, with a much posher accent and even fancier clothes.

London premiere for 'Best Exotic Marigold Hotel' (AP)

AP - Dame Judi Dench and Dev Patel brought an Indian adventure to a chilly London with the world premiere of their new film, "The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel."

Chinese state TV starts American service this week (AP)

AP - Chinese state broadcaster CCTV is launching its American service this week as part of a major overseas expansion aimed at boosting China's international influence.

A Minute With: Rachel McAdams on remembering her "Vow" (Reuters)

Reuters - Eight years ago, Rachel McAdams hit Hollywood's map in teary, romantic drama "The Notebook." Since then, she has broadened her range of work to include laugh-out-loud comedies such as "Wedding Crashers," adventure films like "Sherlock Holmes" and recently, the Woody Allen movie "Midnight in Paris."

No charges against NYPD boss' son after rape claim (AP)

AP - The police commissioner's TV host son won't face criminal charges of sexually assaulting a woman who said he attacked her after a date last fall, prosecutors said Tuesday.

Disney to open new area inspired by 'Cars' in June (AP)

AP - Disney officials say a new area called Cars Land will open in June at Disney's California Adventure in Anaheim.

Meryl Streep Oscar email angers voters, but it's legal (Reuters)

Reuters - A Weinstein Company email that appears to skirt AMPAS campaign rules by using a third party to reach Oscar voters has stirred up anger among Academy members and rival campaigners.

Golden Globes trial: judge pushes settlement (Reuters)

Reuters - A U.S. district court judge pushed Dick Clark Productions and the Hollywood Foreign Press Association to end their bitter legal scuffle and reach a settlement.

Simon Cowell shoots down Beyonce "X Factor" rumors (Reuters)

Reuters - Time will tell who will fill the recently vacated judge's chairs on "The X Factor," but one thing's for sure -- it won't be Beyonce Knowles. At least, if Simon Cowell is to be believed.

Sundance film "Bachelorette" picked up by Weinsteins (Reuters)

Reuters - The Weinstein Company's new video on demand label, Radius-TWC, has picked up "Bachelorette," a Sundance movie starring Kirsten Dunst, the company's co-presidents, Tom Quinn and Jason Janego, said Tuesday.

Sundance film "Bachelorette" picked up by Weinsteins (Reuters)

Reuters - The Weinstein Company's new video on demand label, Radius-TWC, has picked up "Bachelorette," a Sundance movie starring Kirsten Dunst, the company's co-presidents, Tom Quinn and Jason Janego, said Tuesday.

Daniel Radcliffe upset over "Harry Potter" Oscar snub (Reuters)

Reuters - If Daniel Radcliffe boasted the magical powers of his fictional Harry Potter character, he would probably turn the members of the Academy into toads.

Testimony ends in trial over Globes broadcast deal (AP)

AP - Testimony concluded Tuesday in a trial that will decide whether the Golden Globe Awards remain on NBC through 2018 with a federal judge strongly urging both sides to settle before a ruling is necessary.

Testimony ends in trial over Globes broadcast deal (AP)

AP - Testimony concluded Tuesday in a trial that will decide whether the Golden Globe Awards remain on NBC through 2018 with a federal judge strongly urging both sides to settle before a ruling is necessary.

Shaq OK with Kobe Bryant ahead in NBA scoring (AP)

AP - Shaquille O'Neal says he's satisfied being the most dominant Los Angeles Lakers player, and has no problem with former teammate Kobe Bryant passing him on the NBA's career scoring list.

Wolfe Releasing acquires Sundance movie "Mosquita y Mari" (Reuters)

Reuters - Wolfe Releasing has picked up North American rights to "Mosquita y Mari," a coming-of-age tale that focuses on a love between two Latinas in Los Angeles, Wolfe said Tuesday.

Wolfe Releasing acquires Sundance movie "Mosquita y Mari" (Reuters)

Reuters - Wolfe Releasing has picked up North American rights to "Mosquita y Mari," a coming-of-age tale that focuses on a love between two Latinas in Los Angeles, Wolfe said Tuesday.

Records tumble at Christie's art sale (Reuters)

Reuters - Christie's on Tuesday kicked off a fortnight of major London art sales with a bang, hitting or exceeding the most optimistic pre-sale expectations and extending 2011's record-breaking run into the new year.

Verizon, Redbox plan Netflix challenge (Reuters)

Reuters - Verizon Communications Inc and Coinstar's Redbox unit have formed a joint venture to sell video services aimed at competing against video rental giant Netflix Inc.

Review: Harrelson rages in weary LA noir 'Rampart' (AP)

AP - The crazy eyes and idiosyncratic drawl of Woody Harrelson are enough to carry the dirty cop study "Rampart," but even such powers as those can't make engaging this weary L.A. noir.

RI judge denies Richard Hatch $25 IRS payment bid (AP)

AP - A request by reality television star Richard Hatch to give the Internal Revenue Service a reduced payment of $25 for January in his tax evasion case has been denied by a Rhode Island judge.

Review: 'Journey 2' sinks Verne's isle in 3-D muck (AP)

AP - There's little mystery about "Journey 2: The Mysterious Island."

IMDB "Jane Doe" case gets a court date (Reuters)

Reuters - Junie Hoang, the actress suing the Internet Movie Database (IMDB) for revealing her age, will see her day -- and perhaps two days -- in court next year.

IMDB "Jane Doe" case gets a court date (Reuters)

Reuters - Junie Hoang, the actress suing the Internet Movie Database (IMDB) for revealing her age, will see her day -- and perhaps two days -- in court next year.

Amazon, Viacom close to Web video deal (Reuters)

Reuters - Amazon.com Inc is about to announce a Web video deal with Viacom Inc in what sources said was one of the last steps in a plan to launch a standalone subscription service to compete with Netflix Inc.

"American Idol" producer goes on attack against rivals (Reuters)

Reuters - "American Idol" executive producer Nigel Lythgoe came out fighting against rival TV shows on Tuesday, calling singing contest "The Voice" a "gimmicky" show and making clear he was fed up with defending "Idol"s slipping ratings.

3 art works from Liz Taylor collection snag $21.8M (AP)

AP - Three top works from the late Hollywood star Elizabeth Taylor's art collection have sold at a London auction for nearly 14 million pounds ($22 million), the auctioneer Christie's said Tuesday.

Anchor Bay buys North American rights to "Excision" (Reuters)

Reuters - Anchor Bay Films has picked up all North American distribution rights to "Excision," the company said on Tuesday.

Nielsen's top programs for Jan. 30-Feb. 5 (AP)

AP - Prime-time viewership numbers compiled by Nielsen for Jan. 30-Feb. 5. Listings include the week's ranking and viewership.

NBC hopes Super Bowl influence spreads (AP)

AP - NBC hoped the Super Bowl would prompt viewers to sample a couple of its promising new shows and, at least initially, the network is getting its wish.

"Girl With the Dragon Tattoo" surpasses $200M mark (Reuters)

Reuters - "The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo" passed two milestones on Monday: Sony's movie now has grossed $200 million worldwide and $100 million in North America.