Yassin death sparks cross border flare in Middle East
Israel aims raids and tanks at militants after the Yassin assassination. Hamas and other groups vow revenge as tens of thousands mourn in Gaza and the West Bank. The strike strains U.S. brokered peace efforts and draws Egypt and Jordan into the crisis.
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Hanks Joins Coen Brothers Ensemble in The Ladykillers
Tom Hanks partners with Joel and Ethan Coen on The Ladykillers a loose remake of the 1955 comedy about a bumbling gang of would be robbers Irma P Hall plays a landlady and Marlon Wayans a gang member The film opens this week and showcases ensemble acting as a highlight for Hanks and co stars.
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Actor expresses need for ensemble dynamics after solo roles
The speaker says they never want to be the only guy in a movie again. They found value in surrounding themselves with other actors to avoid monotony and fatigue from constant self-focus.
Lending Dad a helping hand by George Clooney fundraisers
Actor George Clooney helped raise over $200000 for his father Nick Clooney's Kentucky 4th District congressional bid. He attended three fundraisers in Fort Mitchell and Louisville, speaking briefly about his father and avoiding politics. Attendees paid 250 at The Oriental Wok and 1000 at private settings.
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O'Brien Aids Emerging Minority Women Journalists
Soledad O'Brien, CNN anchor and Ebony honoree, says she actively mentors upcoming minority women journalists. She notes gradual media progress and expresses gratification in contributing to change.
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Walk the Line biopic to shoot starting June
Cash Producers plan to begin filming in June for the movie Walk the Line about Johnny Cash. Joaquin Phoenix stars as Cash with Reese Witherspoon as June Carter Cash. the film covers his Arkansas cotton-farm days, Sun Records rise, and late 1960s superstardom.
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Armstrong faces new race against the clock in love life
Lance Armstrong, 32, a cancer survivor and cycling legend, reportedly pursues fatherhood with Sheryl Crow, 42, amid talks of fertility treatment. Crow and Armstrong, who married and later divorced, have not commented through reps.
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Today’s birthdays celebrate notable entertainers and actors
Comedian Marty Allen turns 82, Ric Ocasek of The Cars is 55, Chaka Khan is 55. Amanda Plummer is 47, Hope Davis 40, Richard Grieco 63. Damon Albarn of Blur is 55, Keri Russell 28, Nicholle Tom 26.
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