DOUCHE OF THE DAY: EDWARD FURLONG ARRESTED AGAIN  For Domestic Violence

Terminator 2" actor Edward Furlong was arrested this weekend on suspicion of attacking his GF... the THIRD time he's been accused of domestic violence in three months. Law enforcement sources tell us, Furlong was popped in L.A. Sunday morning around 5:45 AM. We're told he also had an outstanding warrant for his arrest, stemming from one of his prior domestic violence incidents. Furlong is still in custody.  As we reported, Furlong was previously arrested in October following a domestic violence incident involving his GF at LAX -- when he allegedly bruised her up during an argument at the airport. Furlong was subsequently accused of another domestic violence incident in November. [TMZ]

The Lumineers to Play SNL

The Lumineers are set to play Saturday Night Live after a huge 2012. The appearance comes after the success of the band’s breakout single, “Ho Hey,” which helped sell 700,000 copies of its debut album since last April. The album also cracked the Billboard Top 10 last week after selling 61,000 copies. The episode is set to air on Jan. 19. Silver Linings Playbook and The Hunger Games actress Jennifer Lawrence is set to host. [paste]

Oprah extends Lance Armstrong interview to two nights

Oprah Winfrey interviewing cyclist Lance Armstrong. (George Burns - AP)

Hearing the media drum pound louder and louder, Oprah Winfrey has decided to stretch her Lance Armstrong interview from one night to two. So clear your calendar both this Thursday at 9 p.m., as originally announced — and also Friday at 9, for “Oprah and Lance Armstrong: The Worldwide Exclusive” on OWN network. Armstrong’s sit-down with Oprah is the only interview the seven-time Tour de France winner has made since he was stripped of his titles and dropped from millions of dollars in endorsement deals. That happened after the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency released an extensive report accusing the renowned cyclist of doping throughout his career. Armstrong was given a lifetime ban on competing professionally. Late last year, Armstrong resigned as chairman of the foundation he created, Livestrong, which has raised hundreds of millions of dollars in the fight against cancer. [Washington Post]

After years of denial, why is Lance Armstrong admitting he used PEDs now?

Of all the questions Lance Armstrong needs to answer about his use of performance-enhancing drugs and subsequent years of denial, explaining why he's decided to come clean now might be the most revealing. According to Oprah Winfrey, who conducted the yet-to-be-broadcast interview with Armstrong on Monday, the disgraced former Tour de France champion didn't provide a clear answer into that psyche. That's because there is no easy answer. Armstrong made millions of dollars on a fairy tale that turned out to be a ruse, and cleaning up that mess isn't as simple as just saying, "Sorry, I cheated." There's litigation involved, financial repercussions to face and, in his case, a foundation that's much bigger than him to consider.

Here are five reasons why Armstrong may have decided to admit the truth now:

He no longer can face perjury charges. In 2005, Armstrong testified under oath that he never used performance-enhancing drugs. The statute of limitations on that testimony ran out after seven years, meaning Armstrong cannot be tried for perjury.

He's trying to repair his legacy. In the wake of the 1,000-page U.S. Anti-Doping Agency report that outlines in great detail his use of PEDs, Armstrong's continued denials only further tarnish his life and legacy. In short, he's lost this battle, and Armstrong doesn't take to losing easily. Admitting guilt now is a way for him to take control of his future and, potentially, allow him to win in the end, maybe as the "hero" who cleans up cycling. 

"He's been very good at figuring out ways forward, to game a situation and work it, and figure out ways to turn a bad situation into a better situation," explained Dan Coyle, a journalist who's followed Armstrong's career intently. Along with Armstrong's former teammate Tyler Hamilton, Coyle co-authoredThe Secret Race, a spy-like novel that provides a window into the rampant doping system employed by the United States Postal Service team during the Tour de France.

"That's the liberating thing about being Lance Armstrong – he's all about winning, no matter what it takes," Coyle continued. "The world is seeing how Lance's mind works. The question remains: Does this count as an apology or count as a strategy?"

He wants to compete again. The U.S. Anti-Doping Agency has banned Armstrong from competing for life. There is speculation that Armstrong, still with the desire to compete in triathlons, is hoping to have the ban lifted if he cooperates with USADA. This seems an unlikely reason to admit guilt now, as the ban, if lifted, would stand for another eight years, when Armstrong would be 50.

His lawyers say it's OK. Armstrong received millions in bonus money from his team for his seven Tour de France victories, and millions more from sponsors who used his unbelievable story to sell their products. However, there were reportedly stipulations attached to those bonuses and contracts, stipulations that were contingent upon Armstrong being clean.

SCA Promotions, the company that paid Armstrong $7.5 million in bonus money in 2006 as part of a legal settlement and $12 million total, has indicated that it may seek reimbursement for some or all of that money.

When Armstrong showed up for the interview with Oprah, his lawyers came in tow. Though they weren't in the room during the interview, according to Winfrey, Armstrong had surely been briefed on what any admission of guilt will mean for him financially.

He's truly remorseful. Whatever you think of Armstrong, there is no denying his Livestrong Foundation has, is and will continue to benefit cancer patients and survivors around the world. By coming clean, Armstrong can possibly remove a black cloud that's impeding the foundation's work.

On a more personal level, Armstrong napalmed a good number of friends and associates who dared to speak the truth about his use of PEDs. He sued them, called them liars and even resorted to intimidation. Maybe now he's seen the light and wants to make amends.

[Yahoo]

Lohan Pleads Not Guilty in Lying to Cops Case

Attorney Shawn Holley appeared on behalf of Lindsay Lohan at an arraignment Tuesday, despite being fired by the actress on Monday. Holley entered a not guilty plea for the actress, 26, who did not attend the hearing. Lohan is accused of lying to police in connection with a car crash on Pacific Coast Highway in Santa Monica last summer. She had been on probation from a 2011 shoplifting case, but it was revoked last month after the new charges came down. The starlet allegedly told police that she was not behind the wheel of her Porsche when it slammed into the back of a truck. The Santa Monica district attorney’s office slapped her with misdemeanor charges of reckless driving, lying to police and obstructing police from performing their duties. On Tuesday, Holley told the judge that she was continuing to represent Lohan “at this point.” “The representation issue will be nailed down,” Holley promised the judge. A pretrial hearing — which Lohan must attend in person — was set for January 30. Oh dear. [KTLA]

Ryan Gosling 'turned down chance to be in Backstreet Boys'

Hollywood actor Ryan Gosling was asked to be a member of '90s boyband Backstreet Boys but turned the offer down, it has been revealed.  Gosling, who has gone on to achieve success in Hollywood with films such as The Notebook and Drive lived next door to AJ McLean of the group when they were both teenagers. Speaking to TMZ, McLean revealed that he asked Gosling to be in the band but had his offer spurned. However, Gosling subsequently returned to his neighbour and asked to be a part of the group, only for McLean to forget to return his call.  Addressing the actor in an interview, McLean said: "Ryan, I am so sorry that I didn't call you back. If we ever want a sixth Backstreet Boy member I'm gonna call you. You can sing." He added, "He can sing his ass off. He's not only a great actor and a handsome man." In other news, go see Gangster Squad because that movie is AWESOME! [NME]