Russia launches mission to revive Mir space station
Two cosmonauts Sergei Zalyotin and Alexander Kaleri blasted off from Baikonur to dock with the 14 year old Mir, on a 60 day mission to seal an air leak and conduct experiments as MirCorp seizes on a lease deal to keep the station active amid debate over its future.
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Kim Basinger on Sex Appeal and Agoraphobia
Actress Kim Basinger discusses her view of sexiness and her struggle with agoraphobia. She says she must act to seem sexy and that she avoids being a feminine stereotype, noting she has been housebound for six months and feared public settings.
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Allen recovering after second surgery for intestinal issue
Jim Allen, 46, who had an October appendectomy, underwent another operation to remove part of his intestine. He aims to be ready for filming of Cleus Tout next month with Christian Slater. he is best known as the star of Home Improvement.
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Elton John performs rhinestones at Broadway fundraiser
Elton John headlined a Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS fundraiser at New Amsterdam Theater in a rhinestone show. Betty Buckley, Sam Harris, Andrea McArdle, Linda Eder, Deborah Gibson and Sandra Bernhard joined, with Nathan Lane and Christine Baranski emceeing. John closed with Circle of Life from The Lion King.
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Nora Roberts Foundation offers 5000 scholarship to student writer
Nora Roberts and Bruce Wilder announce a 5000 scholarship for Boonsboro High School seniors who submit a short story that impresses the novelist. Applicants must plan to enter English journalism or teaching fields. Roberts lives nearby and supports local community efforts.
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Burns and Heather Graham poised to rent Kennedy loft
Ed Burns and Heather Graham plan to buy the Tribeca penthouse once owned by the Kennedys. The 2,600 square foot loft with 14 foot ceilings reportedly lists for 2.5 million and must clear a co op board. A Burns associate says they are quintessential New Yorkers.
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Swank Stars in Showtimes Short Film The Audition
Academy Award winner Hilary Swank appears in Showtime short The Audition directed by her husband Chad Lowe. Swank plays an actress waiting for a life changing role in this backstage style piece.
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Minnelli hints at final Broadway run due to strain
At a birthday dinner in honor of Liza Minnelli at Vince and Eddie’s she reportedly told friends she cannot handle another Broadway show physically mentally or vocally. Despite hip trouble her rep says she is fully active and touring through December with no Broadway plans.
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Interview with Clinton Upends ABC News
DiCaprio interview with President Clinton at the White House on Friday stirred uproar at ABC News. Czar David Westin reportedly sent an email to reassure Washington staff after several correspondents voiced displeasure. DiCaprio’s appearance was part of an ABC News environmental special.
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