Hanks tied to Band of Brothers miniseries project
Tom Hanks and son Colin have ties to HBOs Band of Brothers a 10 part World War II miniseries. Hanks executive produces the story while Colin appears in the eighth installment which debuts September 9. Colin earlier acted in Roswell. Baez cancels Philadelphia performance due to sister Mimi Farinas cancer. The Singer Songwriter Weekend festival continues with Dave Carter Tracy Grammer tribute and a signable get well card. Britney Spears preview album due November 6 and HBO special November 18 features a Cher duet. The Patriot artifacts auction at Historic Brattonsville raises funds for restoration with items from the Gibson film.
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History Highlights From July 15 Throughout Time
On July 15 1971 President Nixon announced a planned visit to the People’s Republic of China. In 1870 Georgia was readmitted as the last Confederate state. In 1916 Boeing began as Pacific Aero Products in Seattle. In 1965 scientists released Mariner 4 Mars photos. In 1996 MSNBC debuted as a 24 hour news network. In 1997 Gianni Versace was shot outside his Miami home.
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Birthdays for Linda Ronstadt and other stars
Today's notable birthdays include Linda Ronstadt turning 55, Jan Michael Vincent at 57, Marky Ramone 45, Kim Alexis 41, Willie Aames 41, Forest Whitaker 40, Lolita Davidovich 40, Brigitte Nielsen 38, and Brian Austin Green 28. Linda Ronstadt remained the primary figure in the list.
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Kim Alexis
Willie Aames
Forest Whitaker
Lolita Davidovich
Brigitte Nielsen
Brian Austin Green
Click page previews rising gadget spending trend
The article notes households expect to spend about 595 dollars on communications services in coming years for Internet use, wireless phones, and paging, more than triple the 1995 spending of 175 dollars. It invites readers to learn about new gadgets on Monday's Click page.
Vandross Returns with New Self-Titled Album on J Records
Luther Vandross, praising his new self-titled album for J Records, discusses his renewed momentum after a three and a half year break. He highlights Clive Davis’s pivotal role and notes his weight loss and continued influence in R&B, while collaborators like Jon B and Babyface shape the project.
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Internet pirates top 10 pirated films for June
MediaForce, a New York based copyright enforcement firm, ranked June’s top ten pirated films. Snatch Pearl Harbor Lara Croft Tomb Raider Shrek The Matrix Gone in 60 Seconds Hannibal Gladiator X Men are named among the most downloaded titles as MPAA lawsuits target illegal film distribution and piracy costs top studios billions annually.
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Dali at UCLA exhibition showcases surrealist icon
A two week UCLA show titled Dali at UCLA unveils about 500 pieces including originals and memorabilia. Art historian Albert Boime notes Dali combined publicity with talent while his work now stands on its own merit. The exhibit follows Las Vegas art museum success and is backed by the Salvador Dali Gallery.
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