Gossip at the desktop

Gossip addicts rejoice.

The Hollywood Reporter announced a downloadable app that delivers breaking news, alerts, and video directly to users' desktops.

The Hollywood Reporter Direct application features rolled-up newspaper icons that appear each time a news piece or video is received.

This is the latest in a string of moves by Hollywood Reporter to expand its digital offerings.

Already, Hollywood has launched a digital replica of its daily magazine, delivered to subscribers' inboxes each morning, as well as a special features portal and awards microsite.