Glover Calls for Death Penalty Reform at Princeton Forum
Danny Glover urged sparing Osama bin Laden’s life even if guilty, condemning the death penalty and post-9/11 detentions as a chilling slope. He spoke at Princeton University on an anti-death penalty forum, criticizing Bush-era policies and government surveillance of suspects. Daniel Radcliffe discusses fame after Harry Potter premiere in London. Yasmine Bleeth charged with cocaine possession and DUI after a Sept 12 car crash. bond set at $10,000 with a Nov 30 hearing scheduled.
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This Day In History From 1800 To 1973 Highlights
A compact history list notes key events: Congress met in Washington in 1800 at the partly finished Capitol, Elizabeth I ascended the throne in 1558, the Suez Canal opened in 1869, sculptor August Rodin died in 1917, Dulles International Airport opened in 1962, and Nixon’s 1973 AP interview declaring he is not a crook.
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Birthdays Highlight Gordon Lightfoot and Peers
Today's list honors Gordon Lightfoot turning 63 and marks birthdays of Martin Scorsese 59 Lauren Hutton 58 Danny DeVito 57 Tom Seaver and RuPaul both celebrated in this brief notice noting their industry impact and regional tie to Chippewah heritage.
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Caring tips help Kansans decide when homes need help
Brandon Smith-Ziph, longtime supervisor at Jayhawk Area Agency of Aging, shares guidance on when loved ones can no longer live alone. The article notes individual family dynamics and presents practical tips for recognizing signs, planning care, and seeking support, emphasizing proactive steps.
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Video game makers weigh fate of new consoles
In a Darwinian race among Nintendo GameCube Microsoft Xbox and Sony PlayStation 2 third party developers like Electronic Arts say games sell the consoles. EA foresees 10 million in sales next year while studios hedge bets between launch titles and platform loyalty. Konami notes development kit access shaped early support, with Xbox getting Air Force Delta Storm and Nintendo courting family friendly titles.
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Rowling Gains Unprecedented Control Over Potter Film Deal
J K Rowling, 36, leveraged reluctance to accept film offers into leverage over the 125 million adaptation of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. She dictated casting, director, and design choices, ensuring the film closely matches her vision amid studio negotiations with Warner Bros. Columbus and Spielberg influenced the project, with Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe, and Rupert Grint cast in key roles as Rowling approved.
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Governor Ventura cameo scoops hush hush film shoot
Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura secretly traveled to southern California to film a brief cameo in Dana Carvey's Master of Disguise. The trip occurred November 7 and 8, with Ventura paid an undisclosed amount and accompanied by state troopers. The production house says Ventura appears as himself in a scene where Carvey disguises as the governor.
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