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<title><![CDATA[Cowin to Speak at Valley]]></title>
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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span>Courtney Bassler | Staff Writer Modern photographer Eileen Cowin will be a guest lecturer for the History of Photography class.<br><p>
	Eileen <span data-scayt_word="Cowin" data-scaytid="1">Cowin</span>, one of three female photographers in the upcoming exhibition at the Getty Museum, 'Narrative Interventions in Photography,' will be speaking at Valley College tonight at 8:15 p.m. in r...</p>]]>

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<pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011</pubDate>
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	Eileen <span data-scayt_word="Cowin" data-scaytid="1">Cowin</span>, one of three female photographers in the upcoming exhibition at the Getty Museum, 'Narrative Interventions in Photography,' will be speaking at Valley College tonight at 8:15 p.m. in r...]]></media:description>
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<title><![CDATA[Mad Bull’s Tavern Has Got the Balls]]></title>
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<author> Courtney Bassler | Staff Writer  </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=http://www.lavalleystar.com/polopoly_fs/1.2717843!image/797936515.jpg_gen/thumbnails/100x100/797936515.jpg><br />The Sherman Oaks tavern is a good stop for happy hour and a happy stomach.<br><p>
	Mad Bull's Tavern suits more than jus the <span data-scayt_word="20-somethings" data-scaytid="1">20-somethings</span> of the valleys. On any given night, this watering hole has loud crowds at standing room only.

	
	Mad Bull's Tavern, with inside an...</p>]]>

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	Mad Bull's Tavern suits more than jus the <span data-scayt_word="20-somethings" data-scaytid="1">20-somethings</span> of the valleys. On any given night, this watering hole has loud crowds at standing room only.

	
	Mad Bull's Tavern, with inside an...]]></media:description>
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<title><![CDATA[Sex, Dancing and Rock ‘n’ Roll]]></title>
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<author> Kate Krantz | Special to the Star </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span>Kate Krantz | Special to the StarSkip the snooze button, Spring Awakening is one musical that you will not want to miss.<br><p>
	With its electrifying fusion of morality, sexuality and rock  and lsquo;n' roll, 'Spring Awakening' is a show that stimulates all ears. So, wake up.
	Performers from the Valley College <span data-scayt_word="Theatre" data-scaytid="1">Theatre</span> Arts D...</p>]]>

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	With its electrifying fusion of morality, sexuality and rock &lsquo;n' roll, 'Spring Awakening' is a show that stimulates all ears. So, wake up.
	Performers from the Valley College <span data-scayt_word="Theatre" data-scaytid="1">Theatre</span> Arts D...]]></media:description>
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<title><![CDATA[When School Sessions Are Cut, Take Your Education on the Road]]></title>
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<author> Rachel Parsons | Special to the Star </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span>Rachel Parsons | Special to the StarBudget cuts are slashing schedules, but there’s a better learning experience to be had.<br><p>
	The Israeli security agent in front of me is not happy. He can't understand why I'm traveling alone, halfway around the world from my home.

	My <span data-scayt_word="U.S" data-scaytid="19">U.S</span>. passport has already been taken to another room...</p>]]>

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<pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2011</pubDate>
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	The Israeli security agent in front of me is not happy. He can't understand why I'm traveling alone, halfway around the world from my home.

	My <span data-scayt_word="U.S" data-scaytid="19">U.S</span>. passport has already been taken to another room...]]></media:description>
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<title><![CDATA[Valley's Art Gallery Gets Plugged In]]></title>
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<author> Rachel Parsons | Special to the Star </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span>Rachel Parsons | Special to the StarAn exhibit of digital and electric art energizes the campus' Art Gallery.<br><p>
	If HD video, <span data-scayt_word="MPEG" data-scaytid="1">MPEG</span> media players, video projectors, circuit boards and yards of wire make you think of your next Power Point presentation, think again. In the hands of an electrical engineering studen...</p>]]>

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<pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2011</pubDate>
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	If HD video, <span data-scayt_word="MPEG" data-scaytid="1">MPEG</span> media players, video projectors, circuit boards and yards of wire make you think of your next Power Point presentation, think again. In the hands of an electrical engineering studen...]]></media:description>
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<title><![CDATA[LACMA Ends Five-Month Tim Burton Exhibit]]></title>
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<author> Jose Ramos | Staff Writer </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span>Jose Ramos | Staff WriterLACMA is now displaying some of Tim Burton's movie memorabilia and unknown artwork.<br><p>
	Tim Burton has made an impact on pop culture over his three decades in the film industry, and now, he has made an impact on high culture.
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<pubDate>Sun, 13 Nov 2011</pubDate>
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	Tim Burton has made an impact on pop culture over his three decades in the film industry, and now, he has made an impact on high culture.
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<title><![CDATA[Club Day Suits Many Interests]]></title>
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<author> MichaeL Mkerchyan | Staff Writer </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span>MichaeL Mkerchyan | Staff WriterThis year’s club day at Valley College had a diverse selection of affiliations.<br><p>
	The Valley College club day featured a wide array of campus affiliations and Halloween-themed activities Oct. 26 as each group worked <span data-scayt_word="topublicize" data-scaytid="5">topublicize</span> their particular club, in hopes of gaining new...</p>]]>

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<pubDate>Tue, 8 Nov 2011</pubDate>
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	The Valley College club day featured a wide array of campus affiliations and Halloween-themed activities Oct. 26 as each group worked <span data-scayt_word="topublicize" data-scaytid="5">topublicize</span> their particular club, in hopes of gaining new...]]></media:description>
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<title><![CDATA[Porto's Proves That Life is Oh So Sweet]]></title>
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<author> Sandra Say | Staff Writer </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span>Sandra Say | Staff WriterWildly popular Latin Porto’s Bakery and Cafe continues to live up to the expectations.<br><p>
	Descending from Cuba, the owners of Porto's Bakery continue to impress with their variety of pastries and traditional Latin cuisine. Locations include Glendale, Burbank and Downey.

	
	Walking into any one of the three Porto's <span data-scayt_word=...</p>]]>

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	Descending from Cuba, the owners of Porto's Bakery continue to impress with their variety of pastries and traditional Latin cuisine. Locations include Glendale, Burbank and Downey.

	
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<title><![CDATA[Diversity Committee Teaches About Bullying]]></title>
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<author> Sandra Say | Staff Writer </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span>Sandra Say | Staff WriterThe Diversity Committee and the Gay and Straight Alliance hosted a documentary showing. <br><p>
	The Diversity Committee and the Gay-Straight Alliance at Valley College hosted a documentary screening Oct. 25, to raise awareness against bullying.

	
	Gathering in the Student Service's Multi Purpose Room, dozens of students watched 'Bullied: A St...</p>]]>

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	The Diversity Committee and the Gay-Straight Alliance at Valley College hosted a documentary screening Oct. 25, to raise awareness against bullying.

	
	Gathering in the Student Service's Multi Purpose Room, dozens of students watched 'Bullied: A St...]]></media:description>
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<title><![CDATA[  Mangia! Mangia!]]></title>
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<author> Kate Krantz | Special to the Star  </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span>Kate Krantz | Special to the Star One doesn’t have to wish upon a star for something as delicious and affordable as this.<br><p>
	Forget <span data-scayt_word="Jiminy" data-scaytid="1">Jiminy</span> Cricket. Always let your stomach be your guide.

	Monte Carlo's Pinocchio Italian Restaurant, nestled between boutiques and cafes on Magnolia Boulevard, is a local treasure.

	Ser...</p>]]>

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	Forget <span data-scayt_word="Jiminy" data-scaytid="1">Jiminy</span> Cricket. Always let your stomach be your guide.

	Monte Carlo's Pinocchio Italian Restaurant, nestled between boutiques and cafes on Magnolia Boulevard, is a local treasure.

	Ser...]]></media:description>
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<title><![CDATA[The Sound and the Fury in Filmmaking]]></title>
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<author> Joshua P. Spence | Editor in Chief  </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span>Joshua P. Spence | Editor in Chief Southern Gothic director Craig Brewer tried his hand at remakes with the upcoming “Footloose.”<br><p>
	Usually, eyes roll at the very mention of the word <span data-scayt_word="“remake.”" data-scaytid="1">'remake.'</span> This, however, doesn't bother director Craig Brewer's thoughts on his new film, <span data-scayt_word="“Footloose.”" data-scaytid="2"...</p>]]>

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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2011</pubDate>
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	Usually, eyes roll at the very mention of the word <span data-scayt_word="“remake.”" data-scaytid="1">'remake.'</span> This, however, doesn't bother director Craig Brewer's thoughts on his new film, <span data-scayt_word="“Footloose.”" data-scaytid="2"...]]></media:description>
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<title><![CDATA[The Way of the Dragon]]></title>
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<author> Sandra Say | Staff Writer  </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span>Sandra Say | Staff Writer Forget about Panda Express and enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine in a peaceful environment.<br><p>
	If you are searching for a quiet and relaxing place to eat authentic Chinese food but don't have the time to swim the Pacific Ocean to get to China, look no further than North Hollywood's Dragon Street, a small restaurant on the corner of <span data-sc...</p>]]>

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	If you are searching for a quiet and relaxing place to eat authentic Chinese food but don't have the time to swim the Pacific Ocean to get to China, look no further than North Hollywood's Dragon Street, a small restaurant on the corner of <span data-sc...]]></media:description>
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<title><![CDATA[Celebrating the Earth]]></title>
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<author> Sandra Say | Staff Writer  </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span>Sandra Say | Staff Writer The Valley Glen Community Park welcomed Valley College students Saturday afternoon. <br><p>
	 

	The Valley College Dance club and the ECO Advocates club presented Moving Planet, an event to bring students and residents together Saturday for a chance to appreciate nature. 

	The ECO Advocates formed a symbolic walk as part of Mov...</p>]]>

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	The Valley College Dance club and the ECO Advocates club presented Moving Planet, an event to bring students and residents together Saturday for a chance to appreciate nature.&nbsp;

	The ECO Advocates formed a symbolic walk as part of Mov...]]></media:description>
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<title><![CDATA[TAE-PTK Awards Funds]]></title>
<link>http://www.lavalleystar.com/sections/valley-life/tae-ptk-awards-funds-1.2611890</link>
<author> Courtney Bassler | Online Editor </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span>Courtney Bassler | Online EditorFour departments were awarded scholarship money to their honors programs from campus honors society.<br><p>
	More than 30 students, faculty members and professors gathered Tuesday in Campus Center 208 for Tau Alpha <span data-scayt_word="Epislon" data-scaytid="1">Epislon</span> and Phi Theta Kappa's honors scholarship awards ceremony to gift four departments ...</p>]]>

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	More than 30 students, faculty members and professors gathered Tuesday in Campus Center 208 for Tau Alpha <span data-scayt_word="Epislon" data-scaytid="1">Epislon</span> and Phi Theta Kappa's honors scholarship awards ceremony to gift four departments ...]]></media:description>
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<title><![CDATA[5 QUESTIONS: JULIANNE HOUGH ]]></title>
<link>http://www.lavalleystar.com/sections/valley-life/5-questions-julianne-hough-1.2606006</link>
<author>  Joshua P. Spence | Editor in Chief </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span> Joshua P. Spence | Editor in ChiefThe “Footloose” shares her thoughts about the upcoming remake.<br><p>
	Valley Star: Craig Brewer is doing these gritty southern films like 'Hustle and Flow' and 'Black Snake <span data-scayt_word="Moan.”" data-scaytid="1">Moan.'</span> What did he add to the remake of 'Footloose'?

	Julianne Hough: I think that there tr...</p>]]>

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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011</pubDate>
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	Valley Star: Craig Brewer is doing these gritty southern films like 'Hustle and Flow' and 'Black Snake <span data-scayt_word="Moan.”" data-scaytid="1">Moan.'</span> What did he add to the remake of 'Footloose'?

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<title><![CDATA[Always Here to Help]]></title>
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<author> Courtney Bassler | Online Editor </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=><br /><span class="by">By: </span>Courtney Bassler | Online EditorThe new Family Resource Center offers classes, sessions and tools for local residents and students.<br><p>
	 

	Many expect a community college to offer classes for those who want to transfer or obtain an associate's degree, but Valley College's Family Resource Center is putting the community in community college by offering classes and resources to l...</p>]]>

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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011</pubDate>
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	&nbsp;

	Many expect a community college to offer classes for those who want to transfer or obtain an associate's degree, but Valley College's Family Resource Center is putting the community in community college by offering classes and resources to l...]]></media:description>
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<title><![CDATA[Thar, It Blows]]></title>
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<author> J.P. Spence | Managing Editor </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=http://www.lavalleystar.com/polopoly_fs/1.2256385!image/3097195922.png_gen/thumbnails/100x100/3097195922.png><br />“On Stranger Tides” finds itself somewhere between a rock and a hard place.<br><p>
	Forget about pirate zombies, the fountain of youth, and the lost treasure of Ponce de Leon, 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides' is pure fool's gold.

	On paper, the film is can't miss. Captain Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) and Hector Barbossa ...</p>]]>

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<pubDate>Wed, 25 May 2011</pubDate>
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	Forget about pirate zombies, the fountain of youth, and the lost treasure of Ponce de Leon, 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides' is pure fool's gold.

	On paper, the film is can't miss. Captain Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) and Hector Barbossa ...]]></media:description>
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<title><![CDATA[Sweet Butter Lives Up To Its Name]]></title>
<link>http://www.lavalleystar.com/sections/valley-life/sweet-butter-lives-up-to-its-name-1.2256377</link>
<author> Courtney Bassler | Staff Writer </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=http://www.lavalleystar.com/polopoly_fs/1.2256381!image/2120200006.png_gen/thumbnails/100x100/2120200006.png><br />Sweet Butter located in Sherman Oaks is the perfect place to eat on a warm California day. <br><p>
	In a cafe named Sweet Butter, one would think that they would be transported to Paula Deen's kitchen.  However, this restaurant serves more than just sugary items.

	Sweet Butter is located on Ventura Boulevard with only outside seating, which i...</p>]]>

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<pubDate>Wed, 25 May 2011</pubDate>
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	In a cafe named Sweet Butter, one would think that they would be transported to Paula Deen's kitchen.&nbsp; However, this restaurant serves more than just sugary items.

	Sweet Butter is located on Ventura Boulevard with only outside seating, which i...]]></media:description>
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<title><![CDATA[Meet Our New President: A New Voice For Students ]]></title>
<link>http://www.lavalleystar.com/sections/valley-life/meet-our-new-president-a-new-voice-for-students-1.2256373</link>
<author> Nicole Hutchinson | Staff Writer </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=http://www.lavalleystar.com/polopoly_fs/1.2256375!image/3331513634.png_gen/thumbnails/100x100/3331513634.png><br />New ASU president plans to bridge communication gap between association and students.<br><p>
	With individualism and personal gain being the standard mentality many hold, Norvan Berkezyan has a traditionalist flavor to his moral compass in that the betterment of the community is a priority on his agenda.

	At 19 years of age and in his second...</p>]]>

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	With individualism and personal gain being the standard mentality many hold, Norvan Berkezyan has a traditionalist flavor to his moral compass in that the betterment of the community is a priority on his agenda.

	At 19 years of age and in his second...]]></media:description>
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<title><![CDATA[Purple People Party]]></title>
<link>http://www.lavalleystar.com/sections/valley-life/purple-people-party-1.2230733</link>
<author> Brad Taylor | Staff Writer </author>

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<![CDATA[<img src=http://www.lavalleystar.com/polopoly_fs/1.2231365!image/3305138277.png_gen/thumbnails/100x100/3305138277.png><br />Iconic artist, Prince floods the Forum stage with Purple Rain.<br><p>
	The artist still known as Prince continued his purple reign at the Forum on Thursday during his 'Welcome 2 America' tour with special guests and platform shoes that would make even Gaga jealous.

	The mysterious pop powerhouse, Prince, has held court...</p>]]>

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<pubDate>Wed, 18 May 2011</pubDate>
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	The artist still known as Prince continued his purple reign at the Forum on Thursday during his 'Welcome 2 America' tour with special guests and platform shoes that would make even Gaga jealous.

	The mysterious pop powerhouse, Prince, has held court...]]></media:description>
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