Tuberculosis Stirs Alarm as Imperial Family Screenings Highlight Return
In Tokyo, a TB scare surfaces as Crown Prince Naruhito and Princess Masako test negative after an elderly palace attendant’s diagnosis. Empress Michiko's coughing and tests prompt renewed concern while Japan’s overall TB rate rises for a third year, linked to an aging population and economic stress.
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Clooney Ocean's Eleven Delay Tied To Pitt's Schedule
George Clooney says Ocean's Eleven start is pushed to the end of January while Brad Pitt’s Spy Game wrap delays. The ensemble includes Matt Damon Julia Roberts Don Cheadle and Steven Soderbergh will remake the Sinatra era film. Clooney expects heat and a wary audience but defends the bold cast choice.
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Snipes to Move Quickly on Two Films in 2001
Wesley Snipes begins production on Undisputed on January 11 with Ving Rhames and starts Blade Bloodhunt in the Czech Republic on February 26. The films place Snipes as a convict and boxing champ, opposite Rhames in a prison drama.
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Quinlan Eyes New Creative Outlets Beyond Acting
Kathleen Quinlan discusses camera discomfort and a wish to explore new avenues of expression beyond acting. She recalls her early fame, a longtime Hawaii retreat, and now values family with son and husband Bruce Abbott while still enjoying her current TV work.
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Backstreet Boys members reveal temper and fame pressures
In Rolling Stone's Dec 14 21 issue A J McLean says Nick Carter and Kevin Richardson have the worst tempers in the group. He admits violent reactions and stress turning him against the band. Carter notes fame limits normal experiences and strains perception of reality.
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