Rooney questions embedded reporters in Iraq war
Terre Haute author and commentator Andy Rooney questions the use of embedded news reporters with military units in Iraq. He recalls World War II practice of talking to privates and argues that prominent generals are often quoted, while veteran war correspondent Ernie Pyle would not be part of the current setup. Rooney knew Pyle from Dana, Indiana.
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Terre Haute
Andy Rooney
Iraq
Rooney
Ernie Pyle
Pyle
Dana, Ind
Moore considers turning Oscar speech into a political statement
Filmmaker Michael Moore told about 1,000 University of Rochester students he nearly kept his Oscar acceptance speech from taking a political turn. He won for Bowling for Columbine and said the other voice urged responsibility as people die in his name.
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Rochester
N.Y
Michael Moore
Moore
University of Rochester
America
Sarandon withdrawal from Tampa charity event sparks protest
Actress Susan Sarandon criticized the United Way of Tampa Bay after organizers canceled her appearance at a $75-a-plate women leadership fundraiser slated for April 1. Three dozen complaints cited antiwar views, with chair Robin Carson calling the event potentially divisive.
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St. Petersburg
Fla
Susan Sarandon
United Way of
Tampa Bay
Sarandon
Robin Carson
United Way
Madonna slams manufactured pop and talent searches
Madonna criticizes the pop market as homogenized after excerpts from a Q magazine interview. She targets record chiefs for choosing acts by marketing potential over talent, naming Pink Christina Aguilera and Britney Spears for emphasis.
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London
Madonna
Pink
Christina Aguilera
Britney Spears
History Journal Snapshot of Noted 20th Century Dates
March 29 1973 marks the final withdrawal of U S combat troops from South Vietnam ending direct involvement in the Vietnam War. Other entries note 1638 Swedish settlement in Delaware 1882 Knights of Columbus charter in Connecticut 1943 wartime rationing begin 1951 Rosenbergs convicted 1962 Jack Paar last NBC Tonight show appearance.
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U.S
South Vietnam
America
Delaware
Knights of Columbus
Connecticut
Jack Paar
NBC
Birthdays Celebrate Elle Macpherson and Other Notables
Australia's model Elle Macpherson turns 40 amid tributes from fans and peers. Former U S senator Eugene McCarthy reaches 87, political pundit John McLaughlin is 76, former British prime minister John Major turns 60, comedian Eric Idle ages 60, actress Lucy Lawless 35, and tennis star Jennifer Capriati 27 as celebrants. Elle Macpherson remains the marquee name in the list.
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Australia
Elle Macpherson
U.S
Eugene McCarthy
John McLaughlin
John Major
Eric Idle
Lucy Lawless
Jennifer Capriati
ABC News faces scrutiny after Iraq war and space shuttle coverage
ABC News drew sharp criticism for slow initial reporting on the Iraq war and the shuttle disaster, with affiliates scrambling to fill air. Ratings lagged behind NBC and CBS, prompting questions about long term reputational damage. ABC acknowledged mistakes and cited improvements, while executives defended overall preparedness and ongoing coverage.
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ABC News
Iraq
ABC
Bruce Baker
Cox Television
Baker
Charlotte
N.C
Atlanta
Orlando
Fla
NBC
CBS
Best Bets Roomful of Blues at Grand Emporium Kansas City
A busy music night in Kansas City features Best Bets with Roomful of Blues at Grand Emporium on Main Street at 9 p.m. Other venues host Ultimate Fakebook Pilot to Lunes 9 p.m. Bottleneck at Swing Canyon 10 p.m. and Jaz zhaus 926 Mass. The Beaumont hosts Sister Hazel and The Wil Seabrook Band at 7:30 p.m. Also on the bill are Buddy Lush Phenomenon, The Throttlers, Wasted Stacy at Davey’s Uptown 9 p.m. and Floyd the Barber 10 p.m. Brian Auger’s Oblivion Express closes at Grand Emporium 9 p.m. with a return to the same lineup.
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Lunes
Swing Canyon
Jazzhaus
Sister Hazel
Wil Seabrook
Beaumont
Pennsylvania Ave
Kansas City
Buddy Lush
the Throttlers
Wasted Stacy
Davey's
el Torreon
Gillham Road
Floyd the Barber
the Harbour Lights
Mass
Brian Auger
Grand Emporium
Main St
Writer sues Queen Latifah over idea for hit movie
New York lawyer Marie Flaherty filed a 15 million copyright lawsuit in Manhattan federal court alleging her screenplay Amoral Dilemma inspired the box office smash Bringing Down the House. She names Queen Latifah Dana Owens producer Jason Filardi and Hyde Park Entertainment plus Walt Disney as defendants, claiming the film copies her drama about a lawyer and a prisoner met online.
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New York
Queen Latifah
Marie Flaherty
Latifah
Steve Martin
Flaherty
Boston
George N. Tobia Jr
Tobia
Jason Filardi
Jailbabe.com
Filardi
Manhattan
Tobin
Dana Owens
Amanda Silverman
Hyde Park Entertainment
Walt Disney Co
Rudy Giuliani Story television review peaks with Woods
The film centers on Rudy Giuliani with James Woods delivering a forceful performance. Reenactments of September 11 contrast with flashbacks to his personal and political life. The Showtime style drama comes with flaws but remains a star vehicle for Woods.
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James Woods
Rudy
Rudy Giuliani
USA
Sept. Ll
Giuliani
the Pitts
Fox
Weekend TV Highlights From Nightly Lineup
TV listings show World Championship Figure Skating finals on ABC at 7 p.m. followed by Law and Order Criminal Intent on NBC and Jennifer Garner hosting SNL with Beck as musical guest. Sunday features 60 Minutes at 6 p.m. on CBS with Iran and arms topics. Additional programs include The Kid on ABC, American Dreams, Simpsons documentary, Anaheim Angels vs Rangers on ESPN HD, The Thorn Birds anniversary on Hallmark, Shanghai Noon on CBS, Black Sash on WB.
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NBC
Jennifer Garner
Beck
CBS
Iran
Bruce Willis
Bobby Darin
Duncan Sheik
Eric Idle
Springfield
Nelson
Fox
Anaheim Angels
Texas Rangers
ESPN
Hallmark
David L. Wolper
Jackie Chan
Owen Wilson
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