Daily entertainment news with what to watch tonight on TV, the Preakness horse race this weekend and an update on what happened in the latest "Dancing with The Stars."

The first thing I see when I open Mark Kurlansky’s entertaining new biography, “Birdseye: The Adventures of a Curious Man,” is a portrait of Clarence Frank Birdseye II sitting at his desk in September 1943. By the end of the book you have to wonder when he ever sat down. The small, wiry genius didn’t stop till his heart gave out.

Daily roundup of what's hot online right now with the latest news from Verizon, expensive racing pigeons in China and a trending video.

This week’s suggestions include watching the Preakness, observing National Bike to Work Day, seeing “Battleship” and more.

Daily entertainment news with what to watch tonight on TV, a new website to check out and a video of Britney, Demi as the new 'X Factor' judges.

Daily roundup of what's hot online right now with the most popular baby names of 2011, Kim Spradlin reflecting on her "Survivor" win and more.

When Sacha Baron Cohen is good, he’s very, very good, and when he’s bad, he’s horrid.

Daily entertainment news with what to watch tonight on TV, a recap of the final episode of "Desperate Housewives" and more.

Daily roundup of what's hot online right now with the death of a cast member from "Swamp People," an update on the condition of a young girl with a flesh-eating bacteria infection and more.

Join Metro Parks staff and local residents for an upcycling reception, Friday, June 1, from 7 to 9 p.m., at F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron. The free event will include refreshments, raffles, giveaways and an opportunity to mingle with participants from upcycling programs who created the works of art. A recently completed community art project of 1,500 origami peace cranes will also be unveiled.

Comedian-turned-director Bobcat Goldthwait talks about his latest film, "God Bless America," which opens May 18.

Have you ever read a film review, gone to a film based on that review, seen the movie and then walked out of the theater, shaking your head in dismay and muttering, “What the hell was that critic thinking? That film was a steaming pile of excrement.” Or words to that effect.

The Akron Marathon has selected the Akron Area YMCA as an official marathon training partner, and together, created the Akron Marathon Training 101 program. The goal of this partnership is to provide those planning to participate in the 10th running of the Akron Marathon with information, training and most importantly, support leading up to race day. The Y’s expertise in health and wellness, along with its ability to accommodate all fitness levels, helps the Akron Marathon Training 101 program benefit both veteran and new runners alike.

Daily entertainment news with what to watch tonight on TV, someone new to follow on Twitter and a video of TV's best moms.

Daily entertainment news with what to watch tonight on TV, the "Dark Shadows" movie trailer and more.

Daily entertainment news with what to watch tonight on TV, why Bristol Palin is trending and the latest on "American Idol."

Daily roundup of what's hot online right now with a video of a surfer riding the biggest wave, free app of the day and a new Facebook feature in beta phase.

The most poignant moment in the ballet documentary “First Position” comes when the camera stops on the face of Aran Bell, an 11-year-old boy who has just danced his heart out.

Building a movie around a mixed martial arts fighter seems like a good way to earn a spot on the straight-to-video express. Unless, of course, you’re Steven Soderbergh. Then — because you’re smart and imaginative and can seemingly make any sort of movie (and make it look effortless) — you build your movie around a fighter with virtually no acting experience.

This Scandinavian crime thriller,  from the book by Jo Nesbø, the new Stieg Larsson, plays on your worst fears and most passionate desires.