Revamped Site

The Half-Blood Prince site has a different look, with a flashy background which uses a picture of Harry from one of the teaser posters that appeared quite some time ago. When you open the site a slightly eerie version of Hedwig's Theme starts playing, along with some music we're guessing is from the movie's score.

You can find everything on the new site from a synopsis to trailers and even previous years. Check it out by clicking here and enjoy!

HBP Widget

Here's that widget we've been telling you about. Check it out below:

Rupert on BLAG

With word from rupergrint.net, it is being reported that "Ron" will be on the cover of the April edition of BLAG magazine.

This issue will feature Rupert and his recent movie Cherrybomb in which he plays the character Malachy. Great name, right? 

Well this issue ad an EXCLUSIVE cover and 20 page portfolio feature. *Whistle* now that's something. Glad to see Rupert is getting the well deserved publicity.

You should be clicking here.

First Look Widget

WB has updated their Harry Potter widget to include the "first look" as we reported earlier this week. 

This footage includes some Inferi, some Ron/Lavender, and of course those ferocious canaries. (Go Hermione!).

You can this widget by clicking here!

New Poll at WWHP

There's a new poll at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter website, the official theme park site. The question is: "Which dragon would you like to ride?" Your options? A Hungarian Horntail or a Chinese Fireball. 

Ooh, tough choice. But right now, the Horntail is in the lead.

The last poll ("Which would be your favorite place to shop in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter?") came out with the results of Honeydukes as the top choice by fans.

To see past polls and more info on the theme park, click here.

New Death Eater

According to AceShowBiz, actor Nick Moran may have joined the Deathly Hallows cast as a villain. Death Eater anyone?

"According to Metro, the actor who plays card sharp Eddie in "Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels" was overheard telling guests at the Global Cool London Fashion Week party in London about his role in the seventh "Harry Potter" film. "

We have no clue if these rumors are true. Maybe we'll find out soon? Click here.

Take a look at his picture and see if you can guess which bad guy he plays.

DH Part Two Release Date Confirmed

ERC Box Office has confirmed that Deathly Hallows- Part Two will be released on July/15/2011, around two years and a few months from now. Also coming out on that day? The Avengers. We'll see who'll make number one (cough Harry Potter cough).

Deathly Hallows Part One is set to be released for November 10, 2010, and both movies are being filmed RIGHT NOW in London.

Hey, I'm still waiting for Half-Blood Prince.

UPDATE: WB has officially confirmed that this is the correct date for DH Part 2. (Thanks to E Online).

New HBP Footage!

"TODAY Australia" has debuted some new Half-Blood Prince footage, which shows a lot we haven't already seen.

There's some kick-butt Dumbledore, a little Ron/Lavender shippery (it's a word, ok?!) a bit of Inferi, and Ron pondering the mystery that is the female gender. And of course, PLENTY of action. Or hints of it.

It also includes cast/crew interviews, and you should click here if you want to see it-- not read it. (Thank you YouTube!).

Did I mention Harry/Ginny glimpses?

Oscars Footage Released

We told you a while ago about the montague of Half-Blood Prince that would be shown at the Oscars. And if you didn't see it on your TV last night, never fear! The computer is here to easy your distress. AceShowBiz.com has the footage as seen on the Oscars last night, right here.

Check it out, because it gives a little more background info about the movie.

HP Stars Doodle for a Worthy Cause

Harry Potter actors, Dan Radcliffe, Imelda Staunton, Robbie Coltrane, Sean Biggerstaff, Zoe Wanamaker, and Jim Broadbent (Harry, Umbridge, Hagrid, Oliver Wood, Madame Hooch and Slughorn, respectively) are all apart of National Doodle Day 2009, where stars' doodle of various objects and people are shown and auctioned off, all for charity.

The full gallery can be viewed here,

Benefitting Charities can be viewed here,

and Auction info right here. 

It's for a good cause, so go to the main page by clicking here, and learn more. 

This piece to your left, is one Zoe Wanamaker and if you click on it you can see this happy little flower bigger.

Who knew Madame Hooch was a such an artist?

Gas Leak In the Wizarding World

The Orlando Sentinel reported of a gas leak at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios (still in construction) today. The very short article states that:

"Construction on the forthcoming Wizarding World of Harry Potter ride caused a gas leak at about 2 p.m.

As a precaution, Universal evacuated guests from part of the Lost Continent portion of its Islands of Adventure theme park and called the fire department, according to Tom Schroder, a spokesman for Universal Studios.

The leak was capped by 2:15 p.m. and the park since resumed normal operations, Schroder said."

Luckily, we're assuming no one was hurt considering the park resumed operations. For more you can click here. 

Twip 2/22 - 22/87

Sun 2/22 ~ Julie Walter's Birthday (Molly Weasley)

Tue 2/24 ~ The Second Task of the Triwizard Tournament (1995)

Wed 2/25 ~ James and Oliver Phelps' Birthday (Fred and George Weasley)

Fri 2/27 ~ Timothy Spall's Birthday (Wormtail)