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Last season the brilliant minds behind MTV's "Challenge" franchise brought you "Rivals," a brutal physical and mental competition in which longtime enemies were paired together in two-person teams and forced to get along for the greater good (of their bank accounts). It was an interesting experiment in human nature, and the general findings were that people who dislike each other a) often have much more in common than they think and b) are willing to put aside their grudges if a whole lot of money's on the table.

But what happens when you throw love--and scorn--into the mix? Now that could be a totally different story...

On Jan. 25 at 10/9c, "The Challenge: Battle of the Exes" premieres on MTV. The idea is so genius, it's hard to believe no one thought of it before. Pairing up former sweethearts, many still harboring feelings of longing and/or resentment...we give you complete permission to give a great big squeal.

+ Check out the trailer for the new season to find out who's coupled with who (why, yes, that IS CT and Diem pictured above!) and tell us which team has a chance of hitting a homer, either on the playing field or between the sheets.

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If you stuck around after MTV's spectacular Video Music Awards aired this summer, then you were lucky enough to catch the entire premiere of "I Just Want My Pants Back," the network's new hyper-hipster series about four irreverent twentysomethings trying to make it in New York City. We watched pals commiserate over their dead-end jobs, rely on bodega owners to provide on-the-fly therapy sessions and--hands down the most interesting of all--turn household appliances into Brooklyn boudoirs. (That fridge is still experiencing symptoms of PTSD.)

The following morning, watercoolers throughout the country were never so popular, and we're thrilled to report that they're about to have more companions than ever. The show is finally--almost--here, so if everything you've just read has piqued you're interest (and how could it not?), then check out the new trailer and be sure to tune in for the premiere Thursday, Feb. 2, at 11/10c!

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When you're down and out, it's easy to throw in the towel. But when there's nothing left to lose and your pride is hanging in the balance, sometimes you have to put up your dukes. That's the story for a handful of young Mixed Martial Artists starring in MTV's upcoming series "Caged," who've got no other choice but to stand up and fight.

The series will follow Wes, "Danger" and other young adults that are struggling to find identity in a small Louisiana town. Trouble with relationships, the loss of loved ones and depression surrounding dead-end jobs are compounded by the ever-present struggle to survive round after round in a fenced-in MMA octagon. Whether the competitor's expected to win or shouldn't stand a fighting chance, the only thing that matters is what happens in the few minutes that follow the ring of the bell signaling round one.

Check out the trailer for "Caged" and make sure to catch the series premiere on Monday, Jan. 9, at 10/9c.

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They went. They saw. They got really really homesick.

Gone are the days of Florence. Now, we get back to basics. As the little one with the potty mouth says before every episode, we're "goin' to the Jersey Shore, bitch!" And holy neon hot pants, she and the rest of her guido brigade can hardly contain their excitement, or pee, upon return to their natural habitat.

Season 5 is set to premiere on Jan. 5 at 10/9c, and luckily, nothing much changed in between Pauly D uttering his final "arrivederci!" to the gang's Italian palazzo and Deena face planting--presumably underwearsless--at the Newark International Airport arrival gate. Everyone's still throwing down at the clubs (oh, how we missed you, Karma!) and hooking up in the jacuzzi, and, funny you should ask, Snooki is indeed still pitching hard objects at Sitch from across the living room.

With your viewing of the new trailer (yes, that thing, below) and the religious experience that it's sure to provoke instantly, now would be the perfect time to count your blessings and thank The Creator (no, not Him, we mean Executive Producer SallyAnn Salsano) for this gift of "Jersey Shore" that keeps on giving.

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Ryan Dunn and Bam Margera on "TRL" in 2004.

While luck helped Ryan Dunn survive the dangers of his infamous "Jackass" stunts, a car accident tragically took the daredevil's life earlier this year. In remembrance of his time spent bringing gasps and laughs to his many friends and fans, MTV will air "A Tribute to Ryan Dunn" tonight at 10:30/9:30c. The special will feature Bam Margera, Margera's parents Phil and April, and Johnny Knoxville, among other close friends of Dunn, who will chronicle his rich life and share the impact he had on his crew of fellow madcaps.

"[Ryan] made us smarter, he made us funnier, he made us sweeter," a buddy observes in the trailer below, while Knoxville notes he is a better person for having known Dunn and having had the opportunity to cultivate a friendship with him. Take a peek at the video and make sure to catch the special for an up close and personal look into the brief yet full existence of a guy who never knew fear.

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When last we left the cast of "Teen Mom 2," there were a lot of loose ends dangling in the ether. At the series' reunion, we learned that Chelsea was back together with Aubree's father, Adam, but had yet to find comfort or stability in the relationship; Jenelle and her mother, Barbara, were still at each other's throats (if you recall, Barbara called Jenelle "unlovable" on stage, causing a massive argument); Kailyn and Jo were no longer speaking; and while Leah had her happily ever after with Corey, committing till death do they part, their daughter Ali's health issues were looming with no concrete answers in sight.

Season 2 premieres Tuesday, Dec. 6, at 10/9c, and the drama is off the charts right from the start. To her mother's great frustration (and uncontrollable anger), Jenelle continues to date bad boy Kieffer, and the dysfunctional couple's fighting turns physical. As Ali undergoes numerous tests to find out if she's suffering from a brain abnormality, Leah's marriage begins to disintegrate. Kail and Jo are talking again, and possibly even more, and Chelsea just can't seem to let go of Adam, no matter how bad his attitude gets.

It's evident by the trailer below that this will be a tough 12 episodes to watch, but hopefully there's a light at the tunnel for these four young women and their children.

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We've been wondering ever since the first episode of "Real World: San Diego" aired whether or not Nate and Priscilla were going to give their brief affair another go. Their surprising sack session didn't amount to anything during the first half of the season, and, well, we weren't happy about it! And then there's Zach and Ashley, whose hands-off flirtation is getting really old. If they read any more Tolstoy together we're going to gag. Get out of the bed or get nekkid under the covers already!

Luckily, both of these non-couples still have time to make things right with us.

In the mid-season trailer below, Ash totally throws herself at honky-tonk hunk Zach. We're not judging--this should have happened much, much sooner. Unfortch, he's still playing it cool so it's hard to tell whether or not he concedes. (C'mon, Thor, what are ya waiting for?)

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If you didn't catch the first season of "I Used To Be Fat," then you're in for a real humbling experience because there's arguably nothing more inspiring than seeing courageous teenagers face their fears head-on. We finally got the trailer for the second installment of the series, and we can't wait to see these determined young adults regain control of their health.

The new batch of hopefuls will be given a chance to change their lives forever with the support of a personal trainer and strict diet. The journey is always difficult--overeating is often used as a coping mechanism--but the life-changing results are inevitably worth the pain.

Check out the trailer and be sure to join us on Oct. 11 at 10/9c, as we cheer on another group of hopeful teens pushing themselves beyond their wildest dreams.

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So far during this season of "Jersey Shore," we've witnessed a "lesbionic" robbery with dire repercussions (did #PoorDeena really deserve the a-hole treatment from Vinny and Pauly? 85 percent of you thought not!), some ape-like posturing followed by a sprinkling of furniture tossing (what is it with Ronnie and his hatred of bed frames?) and a hospital stay at the hands of a 600-year-old concrete wall. It's been a whirlwind vacay in Florence, and we're only midway-ish into it!

If we were to tell you that the best is yet to come, would you believe us? Nah, you'd probably just think we were hyping up future storylines to get you to keep watching (you guys can be so jaded sometimes!). But really, when have we at Remote Control ever not meant what we said or said what we meant? We dare you to name an instance. And anywho, when have we not actually shown you the proof?

This time's no different. In this new trailer, behold the future of "Jersey Shore" Season 4, featuring some salty Snooki tears, a skivvies-less Deena and lots of shattered shot glasses.

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Between all the police busts, Robin's bitch-slappings and the adorable Jamie Chung just being, you know, adorable, you would think nothing could top 2004's "Real World: San Diego." You would think.

We've finally got the trailer for the upcoming season of "Real World"--which incidentally, takes place in San Diego--and it's just as ridiculous as we'd hoped. Come Sept. 28 at 10/9c, you can expect to regularly see a cast member nicknamed "Thor" lift lots of heavy stuff, an above-average amount of male sluttiness, some over-the-top in-house beefs and a bunch of other scandy stuff we'd rather just show you than try and explain. So here:

Is it just us, or is "Real World" still the most addictive show on television? (Yes, of course we're excluding "Jersey Shore.")

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