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Eminem to Return to Film With New 3-D Project

Seven years after his hit film "8 Mile", Eminem is set to return to the film studio. This time he's venturing into the world of 3-D.

Eminem will also produce the project, which is called "Shady Talez". It has been described as "The Twilight Zone meets Creepshow", and will also be turned into a comic book series.

Other producers on the film include John Davis (I, Robot) and Dallas Jackson.

Natalie Portman Talks About Sex Scene with Mila Kunis

So the rumor has been that Mila Kunis and Natalie Portman engage in a steamy sex scene in Darren Aronofsky's upcoming film, "Black Swan." Speaking with V Magazine recently about the film, Portman pretty much confirmed the rumors, although she argued the semantics.

She said:

"It's not raunchy - it's extreme."

That doesn't really give us much to go on, but there's a good chance the scene involves nudity. Both Portman and Kunis have gone nude on camera before, so it wouldn't be anything new for either of them. The only difference is, Portman says she is more open to it now than she was earlier in her career.

Portman explained:

"Previously I was figuring out my own sexual identity, likes and dislikes and all that stuff, and it's weird to be doing stuff on film as you're figuring it out. Also, being a sexual object when you're a kid is really uncomfortable."

Whether this scene simply helps market the film or actually adds to it remains to be seen.

Major Changes to Cleveland Medical Mart Plan Raises Eyebrows

The Medical Mart plan that was shoved down our throats as the potential savior of Cleveland's economy seems to be going the way that just about every other project in this city has before, and that's not a good thing. It looks like the project will go over its budget by tens of millions of dollars, if not more, and the site that MMPI, the firm in charge of the project, planned to use may not work out after all.

MMPI now says that the cost of renovating Public Auditorium is $60 to $100 million more than expected. Oil heating, plumbing and mechanical systems were much more pricey than anticipated. In addition, they've been unable to close deals on several parcels of land on St. Clair Ave.

Cuyahoga County Commissioner Peter Lawson Jones says that what this means is that the site of the Medical Mart will now most likely be the northern part of the mall, between Cleveland City Hall and the old County Courthouse. However, a number of nearby sites are also still an option.

Peter Lawson Jones says that the change would make it possible for more money to be put into the building and provide a lakefront view which would enhance the project. He says that the relocation will not change the overall timeline for getting the project built, but there are some other issues that could complicate matters.

Shaquille O'Neal Horse Game With YouTube Superstar Getting Closer


Trick shot master B Manley has released another video following his viral trick shot video that caught the attention of Cleveland Cavaliers superstar Shaquille O'Neal. After months of delays, it looks like the $1,000 challenge by the Cavs big man may be finally ready to happen.

The YouTube video description reads:

don't worry, HORSE game w Shaq is still on, but he is probably one of the busiest dudes in sports, hopefully we can have it out by Thanksgiving. we'll keep you posted.

Sources tell me that the big HORSE game will be a "go" this month after months of setbacks. O'Neal doesn't think that the footage is real but may be in for a rude awakening. After B Manley takes care of business with The Diesel, he wants a shot at fellow Cavs superstar LeBron James.


Disney Goes Dark; Mickey Gets a Makeover in New Video Game

With his cute round features and high-pitched voice, Disney's iconic character Mickey couldn't possibly be evil... or could he? For the past year, Disney and Nintendo have worked on redesigning the 81-year-old character for an upcoming Nintendo Wii video game.

The new Mickey is now leaner and meaner. While it is a departure from the Mickey we've come to know and love, it's actually a closer depiction to the original incarnation in 1928's "Steamboat Willie", in which he got into fistfights, played tricks on his friends, and amorously pursued Minnie.

The new Mickey still sports his trademark red shorts, yellow shoes, and white gloves. But he now has longer limbers and a bit edgier facial expressions that some have even called "demonic". Demonic might be going a little too far, but it is definitely a look that conveys that this Mickey isn't all sweetness and nice.

With the makeover, company execs are hoping that it will keep Mickey relevant in a generation growing up with Nickelodeon and Pixar. And what better a way to do that than to put him in a video game.

Michael Jackson's Father Wants an Allowance from His Estate

According to court documents filed on Friday, Michael Jackson's father, Joe Jackson, is seeking an allowance from his son's estate to help cover expenses exceeding $15,000 per month. Lawyer Brian Oxman filed the request seeking an unspecified amount. Oxman said there was no reason for the administrators of the estate to not seek an allowance for Joe.

Michael Jackson's 2002 will, however, deliberately omitted any mention of his father. The two had a very strained relationship, and Michael said that even the sight of his father would make him physically sick.

Jackson's private trust called for money to be paid to his mother, Katherine, his three children, and charities. A judge so far has approved $26,000 in payments to Katherine each month, and a $60,000 monthly payment for care of the children.

Court documents show that Joe Jackson receives $1,000 monthly in Social Security payment, and that he has relied on his son for support for many years. The filing stated:

“He does not have a regular or steady source of income, and he was dependent upon the money provided by his son, Michael Jackson, through his wife, Katherine Jackson, for his support."

43 Year Old Nancy Cobbs Identified as Victim of Cleveland Serial Killer

A fourth victim of Cleveland serial killer Anthony Sowell has been identified as 43-year-old Nancy Cobbs. Cobbs was last seen in April and her family had filed a missing persons report to the police in June. Cobbs was a mother of 4 children.

In other news on the case, Sowell stated that he wanted the death penalty after being caught by police this weekend. And in a strange twist, Mayor Frank Jackson's niece said that she had a relationship with Sowell and even asked questions about the repugnent odor at the Imperial Ave residence. Sowell told her that the smell was from the sausage factory that the house was next door to.

Is Mike Brown Going to Cost the King His Ring?


I wasn’t planning on writing again until this weekend. My plan was to get through tonight’s circus in New York and then recap the week from the comfort of my couch on Sunday. But I’m far too angry to let this go. Don’t worry, I’ll keep the rant short.

On Tuesday, the Cavs continued the trend of starting off games like they are taking a siesta. They got routed by the hapless Wizards and quickly found themselves in an 18 point hole. This is a red flag. Mike Brown is not properly preparing his team for these games. Acting like these games don’t matter isn’t working!

Luckily they cranked up their defensive intensity and destroyed Washington over the next three quarters to get the win. Smiles all around and horseplay ensued. Seemed like old times! I thought they had turned a corner. Everyone did. Now they were going to go on a run, right?

MIA Jackson Fails to Give Community Confidence

As if the Cleveland police don’t have enough on their hands. Now they have another missing person: Mayor Frank Jackson.

Where is Frank Jackson?

I’ve covered a lot of mayors going back to Ralph Locher. I don’t know one of them that would not have had a strong public presence in a situation as the one where 11 women have been murdered. And where so much evidence points to an embarrassing lack of policy, execution and service from the city and its bureaucracy.

I don’t know any of the Mayors for more than 40 years who would not be very visible, trying to guide the city, calm the city and give it some assurance of action. I don’t know any of them who wouldn’t be consoling the residents, trying to reassure them in every way, every day that the Mayor has concerned for them, for what has happened and for a just resolution.

This Mayor is absent without leave. He can’t hide behind, “What is, is.”

It won’t fly. Not this time.

The city’s police department has been seen as embarrassingly inept or worse, seriously unconcerned. This is his police department. They represent him.

The absence of the mayor is unforgivable.

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