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The X-Factor originated in Great Britain and has now been taken to the United States by Simon Cowell. It has a few tweaks and differences, but it's basically a singing competition…

… with a huge prize: $5 million for the winner.

By Matt Richenthal

The X Factor is no more. Fox has canceled the singing competition.

By Matt Richenthal

The X Factor did not get off to a good start last night. It dropped severely in the ratings compared to its Season 2 premiere.