Comic-Con Stuntman Recalls Daring Rescue of Woman From 14 Floors Up

 San Diego Comic-Con is a yearly event where fans get to dress up and pretend to be superheroes, but this year a team of stuntmen really did come to the rescue of a person in need.

On Thursday, a team of professionals from the appropriately named company Stunts 911 were in a parking lot situated next to a condominium building in downtown San Diego. In a phone conversation with Yahoo! Movies on Saturday, stunt coordinator Gregg Sergeant said they were on a scaffolding about 30 feet in the air prepping a stunt for a party for the film "Kick-Ass 2" where they would light someone on fire when they first saw a woman standing on the outside railing of a balcony on the 14th floor in an apparent suicide attempt.

Crowds assembled on the ground, at first believing it to be a promotional stunt for Comic-Con. But when it was clear that she was genuinely in danger, the Los Angeles Times reports onlookers shouted out "Don't do it! Don't jump!"(See More)

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Batman Set to Face Off Against Superman for ‘Man of Steel’ Sequel in 2015, Summer Movie Guide 2013

 UPDATE: Director Zack Snyder officially announced that Batman will indeed appear in his follow-up to "Man of Steel." He said in a statement, "I'm so excited to begin working again with Henry Cavill in the world we created, and I can't wait to expand the DC Universe in this next chapter.  Let’s face it, it's beyond mythological to have Superman and our new Batman facing off, since they are the greatest Super Heroes in the world."

At the panel a logo for the movie was revealed that combines Superman's "S" shield (yes, we know it's not an "S") with the Bat-symbol, which notably looked different than the one in Christopher Nolan's trilogy. They also used a quote from Frank Miller's groundbreaking graphic novel "The Dark Knight Returns" where Batman and Superman engage in a fight to the finish. In it, Batman says, "I want you to remember my hand at your throat. I want you to remember the one man who beat you." Apparently, the new movie won't be a straight adaptation of that comic book but will use elements of the Batman/Superman rivalry from the text. In addition to Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Laurence Fishburne and Diane Lane will return, but Batman has yet to be cast. (Read More)

Halo, like never before: Spartan Assault

 Description

Halo: Spartan Assault brings the excitement of Halo combat to touch-based devices for the very first time. Battle your way through 25 action-packed missions against the Covenant as you explore the origin of the Spartan Ops program and Halo 4's Spartan Commander, Sarah Palmer.

Earn Xbox achievements, complete mission and weekly challenges, unlock new customizations for your Halo 4 career, and compete against your friends for the top scores in the leaderboards.
It's time to join the assault, Spartan!
*Halo Spartan Assault requires users to sign into Xbox with a Microsoft account to play.

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Features

• Epic campaign featuring 25 action packed levels with a brand new Halo story set just before the events of Halo 4.
• Command many of your favorite Halo weapons, vehicles, and armor abilities, and customize your Spartan to create the perfect Spartan warrior.
• Controls built for action and simplicity with virtual joysticks for touch and the added flexibility of keyboard and mouse control.
• Earn XP and unlock Emblems to enhance your Spartan Career in Halo 4.
• Complete weekly challenges for XP and compete against your friends in Leaderboards for ultimate bragging rights

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Lindsey Vonn at the British Open

 

Skier Lindsey Vonn is out and about at Muirfield watching boyfriend Tiger Woods who is competing in the British Open. Vonn recently opened up about how she will never get married. She may not want to be a wife but she makes a great girlfriend with all of the golf events she attends for Woods. Track Tiger on the British Open leaderboard Nadine Moze (L) and skier Lindsey Vonn, partners of Fred Couples and Tiger Woods walk on the tenth hole during the third round of the British Open golf championship at Muirfield in Scotland July 20, 2013. REUTERS/Brian Snyder (BRITAIN - Tags: SPORT GOLF). (See More)

Beyonce, Jay Z Silently Join Trayvon Martin’s Mom at Rally

 Supercouple Beyonce and Jay Z certainly haven't been silent about their feelings on the Trayvon Martin tragedy before now, as both have paid tribute to the slain teen in separate concerts this week. But on Saturday, "two of the baddest artists of all time" — as rally organizer Rev. Al Sharpton called them — let their mere presence do the talking, showing up at a demonstration against Stand Your Ground laws in downtown Manhattan and chatting with Martin's mother, Sybrina Fulton.
"Jay Z and Beyonce said they didn't want to speak and they didn't come for a photo op," Sharpton told demonstrators. "Jay Z told me, 'I'm a father. Beyonce is a mother.' We all feel the pain and apprehension. The laws must protect everybody, or it doesn't protect anybody."
The pair joined the proceedings when demonstrators reached New York City police headquarters, in one of dozens of protests scheduled across the country to speak out against the Florida self-defense law that allowed George Zimmerman to go free. But prior to this quiet moment, the two stars haven't let just silence speak volumes.(Read More)

Emmy Nominations 2013: Which Of Your Favorite Shows And Stars Are In The Running?

 It's time for the 2013 Emmy nominations!
Will "Homeland" dominate again? Will the new original Netflix programs shake things up? Will "30 Rock" and "The Office" get honored for their final seasons? Will Monica Potter be nominated for her impressive performance on "Parenthood"? Will newcomer Tatiana Maslany sneak in for her incredible performance in "Orphan Black"?
Tune in today, Thursday, July 18 at 8:40 ET/5:40 PT to find out when the 2013 Emmy nominations are announced!
"Breaking Bad" star Aaron Paul and "House of Cards" actress Kate Mara were scheduled to announce the 2013 Emmy nominations from Leonard H. Goldenson Theatre in North Hollywood, CA, but Mara was unfortunately unable to be there due to travel difficulties. Her replacement will be "How I Met Your Mother" star Neil Patrick Harris.(Read More..)

Woman dies while riding Six Flags roller coaster

(CNN) -- A woman died Friday while riding the Texas Giant roller coaster at Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington, according to a statement released by the theme park.  The park did not detail release any details about how the woman died on the Texas Giant, touted as the tallest steel-hybrid roller coaster in the world.  "Since the safety of our guests and employees in our number one priority, the ride has been closed pending further investigation," the statement said.  The Arlington Police Department did not immediately respond to a CNN request for comment.  The Texas Giant was originally designed in 1990 as an all wooden roller coaster. It was redesigned with a steel track and reopened in April 2011 to mark the theme park's 50th anniversary.  At its highest point, the roller coaster is 153 feet and has a drop of 147 feet, according to the theme park.  Thousands of kids hurt yearly on amusement rides(Read More)