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RIP Corey Haim
March 10th, 2010 | 
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Former teen idol Corey Haim died at his home yesterday of a drug overdose. He was 38. The actor had waged a very public battle with addiction over the past quarter-century, but Haim had recently decided to make a comeback attempt.
At the time of his death, he had completed several new movies and was reportedly enjoying being back at work. He’ll be best remembered for cult-classics ‘Lucas‘ and ‘The Lost Boys,’ as well as for a string of popular teen comedies including ‘License to Drive’ in which he co-starred alongside real-life friend Corey Feldman.
Are you a Bank of America customer? If so, you will no longer be subject to debit card overdraft fees. The bank announced yesterday that the fees will end this summer, but be forewarned: once the policy is in effect, your card will be declined if you attempt to make a purchase and you don’t have funds to cover it. This might be a great time to look into a new account with overdraft protection.
Hot Searches From March 10, 2010
1. Corey Haim – 80s Teen Idol dies at age 38
2. Smashing Pumpkins – Opens auditions for new band member
3. Hawaii Earthquake – 4.4 quake rattles the islands
4. Jihad Jane – PA woman accused in terrorism plot
5. Nan Martin – ‘Drew Carey Show’ actress dies at 82
6. Cisco – Creates super fast router that will change the internet
7. Nomar Garciaparra – Announces retirement with the Red Sox
8. Bank of America – Ends overdraft fees on debit cards
9. Eric Massa - Denies accusations of sexual harassment
10. Rock Band 3 – Will be released this holiday season
Gather your band mates and get your fake plastic instruments ready because Rock Band 3 is coming your way in time for the 2010 holiday season! Harmonix, maker of the popular video game series that lets you and your friends rock out in front of throngs of screaming avatars, has announced that Rock Band’s latest incarnation will feature new instruments. Will this mean that we finally get a real (fake) tambourine? What’s your favorite Rock Band instrument?
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JetBlue $10 Fares
Would a mini-break make your week? If you’re looking for a good excuse to get out of town for a couple of days and you happen to find yourself in the vicinity of JFK airport, you can take advantage of JetBlue’s 10th anniversary fare sale!
The airline is offering $10 one-way fares to 10 cities from New York, five of which are in Florida. This might be a great excuse to get in some early beach time, but you’ll have to act fast: tickets must be purchased by 11:59 EST tonight and the fare applies to travel today and tomorrow only.
Can’t quite make that schedule, but still longing for some time away? Check out our posts on all-inclusive resorts and Spring Break destinations to get some more ideas! What is your favorite vacation destination?
Hot Searches From March 9, 2010
1. Jason & Molly’s Wedding – See a glimpse of ‘The Bachelor’s’ big day
2. JetBlue – Offering $10 fares to 10 cities
3. Ohio State – Shooting at campus maintenance building
4. Simon Cowell – Caught blushing on ‘The Tonight Show’
5. Same-sex Marriage- Law takes effect in DC
6. Lindsay Lohan – Suing E-Trade for baby ad?
7. Ben Roethlisberger – Steelers QB claims no assault occurred
8. Chile Earthquake- Repositions city 10 feet west
9. Cindy Crawford – German man convicted for extortion
10. Fiber Supplements – Can they help you lose weight?
Simon Cowell has spent nearly a decade making ‘American Idol’ contestants squirm, but last night the tables were turned. During an appearance on ‘The Tonight Show,’ Jay Leno questioned him about his reported engagement to an AI staffer. Cowell was visibly uncomfortable with the line of questioning, but eventually confirmed that he had purchased an engagement ring in London. Could the pitter-patter of little Cowell feet be in the future?
It’s Tuesday and the Olympics are over, so that can only mean one thing: it’s ‘Biggest Loser‘ night on NBC! If you’re participating in the home program, there might be a new tool for you to use. We all know that fiber is good for us, but new evidence shows that taking a fiber supplement with water before meals can be a very effective weight loss aid. Have you tried supplements as part of your weight loss regimen? Tell us your story!
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Bigelow’s Big Night
Sunday was Oscar’s big night, and the stars turned out in force for the festivities. The much-anticipated showdown between ex-spouses James Cameron and Kathryn Bigelow ended with a decisive win for Bigelow. Her film ‘The Hurt Locker’ took home six awards including the night’s two biggest honors for Best Picture and Best Director. This is the first time a woman has earned top honors for directing. Congrats, Kathryn!
The Academy Awards is traditionally a time to remember those who have passed on in the previous year, and this year legendary director John Hughes received a touching tribute. James Taylor played ‘In My Life’ to accompany the main tribute montage, but one notable actress was notably absent. Farrah Fawcett, star of ‘Extremeties’ and ‘The Cannonball Run,’ was not remembered by the Academy. Did you watch the Oscars? Did you think there were other snubs?
Hot Searches From March 8, 2010
1. Oscars – See who won statues and who turned heads
2. Turkey Earthquake – 5.3 magnitude rattled Eastern Turkey
3. Kathryn Bigelow – Creates Oscar history
4. Buttock Augmentation – Women hospitalized after bogus procedure
5. Amber Dubois – Remains found of CA missing teen
6. NASCAR - Edward causes wreck in search of payback
7. HVP Salmonella Recall – Thousands of products may be affected
8. John Hughes – Oscar pays tribute to directing legend
9. Brooke Burke – Is ‘Dancing With the Stars’ new co-host
10. Turbo Tax – File your taxes online in minutes!
Awards season is often a time for stars to show off their latest nips and tucks, but a group of six New Jersey women discovered the hard way that not all plastic surgery will deliver that red carpet look. All of the women sought the help of one man for their butt augmentation procedures; unfortunately for them, it turned out that he wasn’t really a doctor. The combination of silicon, petroleum jelly and household caulk used in the procedure caused adverse health effects in the women, all of whom are now recovering. Want to find out more about cosmetic procedures? Check out our list – and be sure to check your doctor’s credentials!
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Bills piling up? Consider P2P Loans
Looking for a way to eliminate credit card debt? In years past, many people turned to banks to get personal loans, but as consumer credit has gotten harder to come by, a clever new service has cropped up to fill this market void. Peer to peer loan services such as Prosper and Lending Club help pair individual lenders with prospective borrowers to mutual benefit: lenders get a good rate of return for their investments (funds can even be directed into an IRA) and borrowers may be able to get more favorable loan terms than those offered by banks.
As with a bank loan, borrowers must meet standards of creditworthiness (including a minimum credit score) before they are approved for loans, and lenders have the opportunity to review each individual’s loan request and profile before deciding to fund part or all of the loan. If there are multiple lenders, the borrower makes one payment to the service which then splits it among the various lenders.
In additional to personal loans, peer to peer services also offer options for student loan consolidation and business loans, most with a 3 year repayment term. What do you think: would you try peer to peer lending?
Hot Searches for March 5, 2010
1. American Idol – See who went home last night!
2. John Patrick Bedell – Details emerge about Pentagon gunman
3. Peer to Peer Loans – New services facilitate lending between individuals
4. Oscar Predictions – See who the experts think will win!
5. Curves – Gym for women offers free one-week trial membership
6. Girl Scout Cookies – Scouts embrace social networking
7. Tawanna Iverson – Files for divorce from husband Allen
8. Xbox Live- Microsoft shuts down service; offers users incentives to upgrade
9. Heidi Montag – Doc says no to additional cosmetic procedures
10. Ticketmaster – Confirms a Conan O’Brien stage show
I love Girl Scout Cookies and have been anxiously awaiting the delivery of my annual supply of Thin Mints and Trefoils for weeks. I placed my order using a traditional paper order form, but many of this year’s sales have happened online thanks to new official guidelines for using social networking for the cookie drive. Girls are now allowed to use Facebook, Evite and text messages to reach out to potential buyers, and they’re trained in how to use these tools to ensure a safe and positive experience. Use AOL Search to learn more about online safety, or check out the Safety Clicks Blog.
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And the Oscar Goes to…
Oscar’s big night is almost here, and it looks like it’s shaping up to be a showdown between big-budget blockbuster ‘Avatar‘ and art-house darling ‘The Hurt Locker.’ Each has nine nominations.
While there weren’t a lot of big surprises in this year’s field, there are some interesting nominations. ‘Up In the Air‘ snagged two nominations for best supporting actress and ‘Up‘ was nominated both for best picture and best animated feature. Newcomer Gabourney Sidibe got a best actress nod for her role in ‘Precious.’ The match-up between James Cameron and Kathryn Bigelow has everyone buzzing. The ex-spouses will go head-to-head for the highly-coveted best director title.
Based on your searches, the Oscar would go to:
Best Picture – Avatar
Best Director - James Cameron
Best Actor – George Clooney
Best Actress – Sandra Bullock
Best Supporting Actor – Matt Damon
Best Supporting Actress – Penelope Cruz
Best Animated Film – Up
Let’s see if those predictions come true! Don’t miss the tears and glory of the 82nd Annual Academy Awards co-hosted by Alec Baldwin and Steve Martin on March 7. Check out Moviefone for complete Oscars coverage.
Top Searched Oscar Nominees on AOL Search:
1. Avatar
2. Sandra Bullock
3. Penelope Cruz
4. George Clooney
5. Meryl Streep
6. Up
7. Precious
8. Matt Damon
9. District 9
10. The Blind Side
Do you plan to watch? Who do you think will win? Let us know! Search for more information about the Academy Awards here on AOL Search.
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