The Afternoon Shortlist for March 10

Britney Spears' dad reportedly fired three of her backup dancers for drug use. This is a family "Circus," y'all. (OK!)

The infamous text message that started Chris Brown and Rihanna's argument allegedly came from Tina Davis, Brown's 40-year-old manager. Paris Hilton and Leona Lewis, consider yourselves exonerated. (TMZ)

"Milk" star James Franco was caught nodding off during a lecture at Columbia University. Keep your guard up, James. We hear that many an undergrad is looking to abduct you. (Buzzfeed)

Holly Madison only received 18 out of 30 points for her first "Dancing With the Stars" performance, but she's promising the voters at home something special if she stays: "more hot girls in the audience." (E! Online)

Lauren Conrad may be leaving "The Hills" behind, but when asked if she'd ever do another reality project, the 23-year-old replied, "Never say never." This means, "Yes, absolutely. Do you know someone I should talk to?" (E! Online)