Israeli panel finds police abused Arabs and republic faces bias
An Israeli inquiry based on 377 witnesses found police used excessive force against Arab rioters and alleged systematic neglect of the Arab minority. Amid fresh violence, Hamas claimed a deadly strike, while Abbas and Arafat faced renewed strain and a stalled peace roadmap.
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South Carolina Democrats Face Republican-Style Appeal Test
In South Carolina, Democratic candidates including John Kerry tailor their message to a conservative, individualist base as they seek support ahead of the critical February 3 primary. Kerry crafts a launching speech and heads to Iowa after a New Hampshire stop, amid a field led by Dean and Gephardt in early contests.
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California recall silent Hollywood on Schwarzenegger bid
Hollywood reacts cautiously as Arnold Schwarzenegger enters the California governor race. Industry observers note liberal Hollywood friendship with a Republican star and the six degrees of separation among agents and managers may deter public endorsements. Celebrities, though typically vocal, offer little comment as the election draws attention from film hearts and industry publishers.
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Notable Birthday Lineup Features Bradshaw Harmon Hayek
A birthday roundup highlights sports broadcaster Terry Bradshaw actor Mark Harmon actress Linda Purl actor Keanu Reeves actress Salma Hayek singer K-Ci and Sam Rivers bassist of Limp Bizkit. The list includes ages 75 71 67 59 58 and others.
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Cameron Diaz Tops Hollywood Earnings At 40 Million
Cameron Diaz, star of Charlie’s Angels Full Throttle, tops a list of highest female earners with 40 million in one year. The figure comes from a Guinness World Records 2004 survey.
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Cruise bulked up for The Last Samurai role
Tom Cruise trained eight months and gained twenty pounds to play an American hired to assist Japanese warriors in western warfare tactics. Filming took place in New Zealand’s Taranaki province, with co star Ken Watanabe praising his quick learning. the film cost 114 million dollars and opens December 5 in the United States.
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Hayek and Rodriguez Host Free Spy Kids 3 Screening in Venice
Salma Hayek and Robert Rodriguez attended a free screening of Spy Kids 3 D Game Over for about 1,700 children at Venice Film Festival on the Lido. Miramax co chairs Bob and Harvey Weinstein expressed hopes for a new festival tradition. The third Spy Kids film stars Hayek, Rodriguez, and Antonio Banderas and debuts in Italy soon.
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Woody Allen Debuts at Venice Film Festival Premiere
Woody Allen appeared at the Venice Film Festival for a gala premiere of his latest film Me day Else. The 67 year old director, known for past Venice ties, spoke at a packed news conference and noted earlier reluctance to attend the festival. He cited gratitude to Italian fans and past support in Cannes.
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Army burns portion of deadly nerve gas in Alabama
The Army burned about 530 gallons of sarin nerve agent in the first bulk burn at its new incinerator in Anniston, destroying part of 800 gallons drained from rockets. The remaining roughly 270 gallons will be destroyed later this month as workers fine tune the system.
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Schrader exits Exorcist IV prequel over tonal clash
Director Paul Schrader says he was fired from Exorcist IV: The Beginning after Morgan Creek executives sought a more horrific, gore-filled tone. He completed a final edit and describes the film as a psychological thriller, while noting he declined to discuss producer demands.
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