Sunday, November 23
Smashing Pumpkins postpones show
CHICAGO, Nov. 23 (UPI) -- Smashing Pumpkins postponed a concert set for Saturday in Chicago because Billy Corgan was ill.
Saturday, November 22
Lines longer this year for food giveaways
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 22 (UPI) -- Southern California food bank officials say they are distributing more food to the needy this year than last but are having trouble meeting the demand.
Weinstein Co. cuts 11 percent of staff
NEW YORK, Nov. 22 (UPI) -- U.S. movie maker Weinstein Co. has confirmed it has cut 11 percent, or 24 employees, from its staff.
SAG seeking strike authorization
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 22 (UPI) -- The Screen Actors Guild Saturday said its attempts at federal mediation with a group of Hollywood film and TV producers has failed.
Lehrer, MacNeil honored by Arizona State
PHOENIX, Nov. 22 (UPI) -- PBS anchors Jim Lehrer and Robert MacNeil said during a Phoenix awards event held by Arizona State University that reporters still have a place in the world.
Marionette owner downplays sale rumors
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 22 (UPI) -- The owner of the Bob Baker Marionette Theater in Los Angeles says he has no plans to sell the historic venue despite what real estate records show.
Supreme Court may hear 'malfunction' case
WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 (UPI) -- U.S. Supreme Court justices could wind up reviewing singer Janet Jackson's breast-baring wardrobe malfunction during the 2004 Super Bowl, CBS says.
Milligan family opposes memorabilia sale
LONDON, Nov. 22 (UPI) -- The four children of Spike Milligan say they are upset they were not contacted regarding an upcoming sale of the late British comedian's belongings.
New doc recalls Kennedys' immigrant roots
NEW YORK, Nov. 22 (UPI) -- Writer-director Robert Kline says he wanted his new documentary "The Kennedys: America's Emerald Kings" to focus on the political family's immigrant roots.
Bargains ahead for HDTVs
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 22 (UPI) -- Retailers say they hope to tempt bargain-hunters with discounts on high-definition televisions this holiday season.
Obama relatives feel spotlight in Kenya
NYANGMA-KOGELO, Kenya, Nov. 22 (UPI) -- Kenyan relatives of U.S. President-Elect Barack Obama are new celebrities in their country, but say the spotlight isn't always welcome.
Closing deals reinforcing 'Arrested' film
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 22 (UPI) -- A movie version of the award-winning U.S. TV series "Arrested Development" is a step closer as two deals are being finalized, industry officials say.
Doctors warn against excessive video play
LONDON, Nov. 22 (UPI) -- The new PlayStation release "World of Warcraft" may cause more children to become addicted to video games, say doctors at the Tavistock Center in London.
Missing Kurkova bellybutton due to surgery
NEW YORK, Nov. 22 (UPI) -- Surgery Karolina Kurkova had as an infant was responsible for the absence of her bellybutton, a representative for the Czech model said.
Obama daughters bond with Bush girls
WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 (UPI) -- U.S. President George W. Bush's family say they enjoyed a bonding moment with U.S. President-elect Barack Obama's two daughters during a White House tour.
Twice the Tyra coming soon on The CW
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 22 (UPI) -- "The Tyra Banks Show" and its model host are moving to The CW, giving Banks two shows on the U.S. TV network, industry officials say.
Simpson pumped up by new aunt role
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 22 (UPI) -- U.S. pop star Jessica Simpson says she is excited to be an aunt after her sister, Ashlee, gave birth to Simpson's first nephew.
Conrad Black asks Bush for pardon
WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 (UPI) -- Disgraced former media tycoon Conrad Black is asking U.S. President George Bush for clemency from his 6 1/2-year prison sentence, officials said.
Friday, November 21
Book signed for 'real' 007 up for sale
CALABASAS, Calif., Nov. 21 (UPI) -- A first-edition British copy of "You Only Live Twice," inscribed by author Ian Fleming to the "real James Bond," is going up for auction.
Glitter appeals travel notification order
LONDON, Nov. 21 (UPI) -- Former British rock star and convicted pedophile Gary Glitter is appealing a court order requiring him to notify authorities of his out-of-country travel plans.
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