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The Oscars Scientology joke about Tom Cruise wouldn’t have happened if actor was at ceremony

’We were so disappointed when we learnt he wouldn’t be there,’ producer said

The Independent UK

Tom Cruise shaded at Oscars with Scientology joke and Nicole Kidman being there instead of him

Even though Steven Spielberg said that Tom Cruise “saved Hollywood’s ass” last year by delivering top-flight, in-theater entertainment with “Top Gun: Maverick,” the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences didn’t seem so inclined to show its reverence Sunday.

Tribune News Service

Tom Cruise and Stephen Spielberg's 'feud' ended after 20 years at Oscars lunch

Stephen Spielberg and Tom Cruise reportedly haven't seen eye to eye since they worked together on War of the Worlds in 2005

Daily Mirror

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South Park show creators break silence on backlash after episode mocking Harry and Meghan

The show’s creators have addressed the criticism they’ve faced for poking fun at celebrities over the years

Evening Standard

South Park producers address show backlash and being sued by celebrities

Trey Parker and Matt Stone have broken silence on the legal issues facing the cartoon and famous celebrity stars who challenged them previously after reports Prince Harry and Meghan were considering suing the show.

Daily Record

South Park creators break silence on show backlash and being sued by huge celebs

South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone have spoken at length about the legal issues facing their satirical cartoon and the famous faces who have challenged them in the past after it was reported Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were considering suing over the 'Worldwide Publicity Tour'

Daily Mirror

Judd Apatow savagely mocks Tom Cruise’s height, age and Scientology in awards monologue

Judd Apatow hosted the Directors Guild of America Awards for the fourth time, and took the opportunity to savagely take a dig at Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise

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Stoneman Douglas locked down for 2 hours on day after somber anniversary

Tribune News Service

Scientology leader David Miscavige concealed whereabouts, federal judge says

TAMPA, Fla. — A U.S. magistrate judge has ruled that Church of Scientology leader David Miscavige was “actively concealing his whereabouts or evading service” in a federal trafficking lawsuit and declared him officially served in the case.

Tribune News Service

Lisa Marie Presley obituary

Daughter of Elvis Presley who spent her life in the spotlight and forged her own career as a singer

The Guardian - UK

Rogen: Tom Cruise pitched me Scientology

"If they got him, what chance do I have?" Rogen recalled of his 2006 conversation with the "Top Gun" actor

Salon

Golden Globes host Jerrod Carmichael shocks with Scientology joke about Tom Cruise and David Miscavige’s wife

Comedian’s Shelly Miscavige comment drew gasps from the crowd

The Independent UK

LA prosecutors to retry actor Danny Masterson on sexual assault charges

LOS ANGELES — Actor Danny Masterson will face a second trial on sexual assault charges later this year, prosecutors said Tuesday.

Los Angeles Times

Scientologist set herself on fire and shot herself after being told to 'drop the body'

Whitney Mills, from Clearwater in Florida, shot herself after believing she was facing significant health issues and would be able to 'transfer to a new body' if she died

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Finding David Miscavige: Why lawyers have been unable to serve papers on Scientology leader

The mysterious leader behind the Church of Scientology is being sought by lawyers for three former members who are suing the religious sect alleging decades of abuse. Bevan Hurley reports

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House report questions FDA’s approval of Alzheimer’s drug

The Independent UK

Scientology leader David Miscavige can’t be found, lawyers say

Lawyers say they have been unable to serve the longtime Church of Scientology leader with a trafficking lawsuit

Tribune News Service

Where is Scientology’s David Miscavige? Opposing lawyers want to know

TAMPA, Fla. — The process servers showed up to 10 Church of Scientology properties in Clearwater, Florida, and California with legal documents in hand.

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TV Tinsel: Screens merry and bright with holiday specials now through Christmas

That infernal clock keeps ticking as the days speed by till Christmas. While the kiddies may have visions of sugar plums dancing in their craniums, it’s another question for harried parents. But there is help on the way. Television promises sleighs full of colorful programming to keep the tykes occupied…

Daily Mirror

Leah Remini reacts to Kirstie Alley's death following years-long Scientology feud

Actress Leah Remini, a vocal opponent of Scientology, has paid tribute to notable Scientologist Kirstie Alley after she died following a 'brief' battle with colon cancer

Los Angeles Times

Say what you want: Kirstie Alley never backed down from defending Scientology

When a celebrity dies, his or her religion is rarely a big part of the story. But Kirstie Alley’s identity off-screen was largely tied to being an outspoken envoy and defender of Scientology, the controversial and heavily criticized faith founded by sci-fi writer L. Ron Hubbard.

Los Angeles Times

Mistrial in Danny Masterson rape trial after jury deadlocks

LOS ANGELES — The judge in Danny Masterson’s rape trial declared a mistrial Wednesday after jurors said they were unable to reach a decision on the actor’s innocence or guilt.

Los Angeles Times

Jury at stalemate in Danny Masterson rape trial; deliberations to resume after Thanksgiving

LOS ANGELES — After three days of deliberating behind closed doors, jurors in the Danny Masterson rape trial have been unable to reach a unanimous decision on any of the three counts filed against the actor.

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Elon Musk shuts Twitter offices to staff after wave of resignations

The social media firm is struggling to retain workers after Musk demanded they sign a pledge committing to being ‘extremely hardcore’. Plus, lab-grown meat officially safe to eat in the US

The Guardian - UK

‘At 52, I abandoned everything, every friend, every family member’: the top official who escaped Scientology

After 45 years in the church, Mike Rinder became disillusioned and walked out. He talks about daily life in the organisation, being disciplined in ‘the Hole’, and his hopes of reconnecting with his children

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