In totally awesome radio news, satellite providers XM and Sirius are merging, reports Variety. Aaron Eckhart will play a villain in the sequel to Batman Begins, writes the Hollywood Reporter. The Washington Post breaks down a week in the life of an "American Idol" contestant. Nascar and Harlequin partner for a series of romance novels, says the New York Times. Pitchfork reports that actress Read more

It's bizarre enough that Bob Dylan has his own XM satellite radio show, but this clip of the singer reciting "The Night Before Christmas" is almost too much to handle. I, for one, love Bob, so listening to this recording provides a welcome, if strange, serving of holiday cheer. His colorful interpretation really speaks to his flair for folk poetry and talking blues. But even if you're one of Read more