Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez has put aside petty quarrels with King Juan Carlos of Spain and offered an open embrace. Chavez, who seems to really love the sound of his own voice and is known for his lengthy speeches, angered King Carlos last. . . READ FULL STORY

Javier Bardem is all man. So what if he gets touchy-feely with his buddies once in a while? Means nothing. He's still a beer-swilling, football-watching, Penelope Cruz-dating guy's guy, right? So, we're sure Javi doesn't mind in the least that. . . READ FULL STORY

In Europe and Latin America, Manu Chao is huge, but in the U.S., he's still more of an underground sensation. In case you haven't heard of him yet, here's a quick rundown on the man and his music: Born: Jose-Manuel Thomas Arthur Chao on. . . READ FULL STORY

We had never really heard of Melendi, but apparently the Spanish singer is a big-time necio: He caused so much drunken ruckus on a flight from Madrid to Mexico this week that the pilot had to turn the plane around and return to Spain! The worst. . . READ FULL STORY