Gretzky statue in Edmonton vandalized over Bush Iraq comments
Wayne Gretzky drew protest at Skyreach Centre when a sign reading US LACKEY appeared on his statue at the Oilers arena entrance. Skyreach staff removed the cardboard sign Tuesday. Gretzky had praised President Bush but avoided criticizing Canada’s Iraq stance. He said concerns lie with those in Iraq and people should not focus on entertainers.
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R E M Releases New Antiwar Song For Free Online
R E M joins Beastie Boys and Lenny Kravitz with a new antiwar track titled The Final Straw. The song is released for free on the band’s website as Michael Stipe describes sending a timely message to protect troops, civilians, refugees, and families.
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Flu scare won't stop Stones tour in Singapore
The Rolling Stones proceed with a Singapore concert amid SARS outbreak that has caused one death and over 700 quarantines. Promoter Ben Munroe said the show will go on. The band plans further performances in Hong Kong, where mask wearing is common.
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Stones tour date shifted for SARS in Hong Kong
Andy Williams postponed an April 12 Hong Kong concert at the Convention and Exhibition Center due to a SARS outbreak, citing health risks to his 20 member troupe. The show now is set for June 6.
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Movie Lovers Road Trip teased by Travel Channel
Travel Channel to air Movie Lovers Road Trip on April 3 revealing where famous films were shot. Angela Cartwright revisits Salzburg where The Sound of Music filmed, with clips featuring Heather Menzies-Urich. Episodes explore Jaws in Australia and Morrocco style shoots, Animal House in Oregon, and American Graffiti at Mel’s Diner in San Francisco.
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Tenerife Disaster recalled in 1977 aviation tragedy
On March 27 1977 a KLM Boeing 747 attempting to take off collided with a Pan Am 747 on the Canary Island of Tennerife killing 582 people. The year also notes Ponce de Leon sighting Florida in 1512 and Charles I ascending the English throne in 1625.
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Birthdays Sparkle for Mariah Carey and Music Icons
Today's notable birthdays include singer Mariah Carey turning 33 as well as Tony Banks of Genesis at 53 and Andrew Farriss of INXS at 44. Quentin Tarantino is listed at 40, Brendan Hill of Blues Traveler at 33, and actress Emily Ann Lloyd at 20.
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Cutters self abuse examined in teen girls documentary
Tracey Gold hosts a Discovery Health look at self harm among adolescent girls. The program explains how cutting begins and how therapists address rising caseloads, with treatment centers shown and experts noting up to ten percent of teens affected.
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Best Bets Concerts Across Kansas City Venues
A compact city lineup features Youngblood Brass Band at The Bottleneck and Drag the River at Replay Lounge. John Prine headlines Lied Center CKY while Jeff Lux Group plays Davey’s Uptown. local acts Floyd The Barber and Minds Undercover perform at Pacharama’s and The Hurricane respectively.
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