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Bizarre children's TV

From psychedelic to other-worldly, kid's shows often lean toward the bizarre.

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50 best sci-fi shows

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Notable Bostonians' reflect on their favorite "Sesame Street" moments.

Emmy Awards

See onstage highlights and wins from the 2009 Emmy Awards.

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Where are they now?

In the decades since the show ended in 1974, the "Brady Bunch" has moved on.

Daytime Emmy Awards

Daytime TV's biggest stars were in attendance -- "Ugly Betty" star Vanessa Williams hosted.

Teen Choice Awards

Teen heartthrobs convened for the 2009 Teen Choice Awards, where "Twilight" won big.

'Idol' wannabes

More than 8,000 "American Idol" hopefuls had their chance to shine in Foxborough.

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'American Idol' finale

Kris Allen took home the "Idol" title, beating out powerhouse singer Adam Lambert.

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TV tryouts in the Hub

Hundreds of dancers and wannabe reality TV stars tried out for "So You Think You Can Dance" in Boston.

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Oprah's departure could have quite the effect

It's known as the "Oprah effect" — anything the billionairess media mogul touches, endorses, or barely mentions acquires a cult following. But what will happen once "The Oprah Winfrey Show" ends and a new venture begins?

A little bit 'Entourage,' a little bit Monkees

"Big Time Rush" revolves around a group of Minnesota teens, one of whom convinces a talent scout that he and his friends have the makings of a boy band.

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Frontline examines the credit card industry

“The Card Game" looks at the dark - and highly profitable - underbelly of the credit card system.

Curtain comes down on ‘Jon & Kate’ drama

You might say our national nightmare is over. Or is it just a TV series? In any case, TLC's reality show "Jon & Kate Plus 8" will end its spectacular but stormy run Monday at 9 p.m.

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Palin leads her own charge into the reality spotlight

This week, Sarah Palin ran for the top spot on bestseller lists, plying the media with dish in exchange for renewed attention. And she won.

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Robert Carlock talks about the fine state of comedy

The Globe's Mattthew Gilbert spoke with Robert Carlock, executive producer and writer of "30 Rock," about his Emmy-winning - but low-rated - NBC sitcom on the phone from New York.

Leaning to the left, and hoping to be heard

For the past year, Jeff Santos has been building Boston's only progressive radio talk show station on WWZN-1510 AM.

Look like a star this fall

Eric Mabius, best know for his portrayal of fashion magazine heir and playboy Daniel Meade on ABC's "Ugly Betty," gets dressed for the season.

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PBS can merchandise kids shows without selling out

"Fetch! With Ruff Ruffman" is one of the most inventive and hilarious shows on children's TV. It perfects the trick of being educational without feeling like it.

The secret to a great sitcom

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Q&A with John Krasinski of NBC's 'The Office'

The Newton native — here to promote his film "Brief Interviews With Hideous Men" — visited our office.

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Senators: Take action against White House crashers (AP, 11:01 a.m.)
Longtime CBS News producer Bernard Birnbaum dies (AP, 11/28/09)
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Katey Sagal: Happy as the mom on 'Sons of Anarchy' (AP, 11/27/09)
Air Force captain wins new car on 'Jay Leno Show' (AP, 11/27/09)