Fire at Memphis actress home prompts attic smoke call
Cybill Shepherd fled her Memphis residence after spotting attic smoke and called the fire department. No injuries were reported as officials probe a possible bed room fireplace cause while the blaze was quickly contained. Luciano Pavarotti was briefly denied check in at a Padua hotel over ID rules, but praised his Padua visit in a TV interview. Chris O'Donnell says he prefers golf to daredevil stunts despite filming Vertical Limit on Mount Cook.
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Bernard Shaw eyes departure from CNN and race balance
CNN anchor Bernard Shaw, 60, said his exit next year will impact diversity in network news. He told New York Times Magazine he sought more color in the field but accepts a potential void, criticizes gendered scrutiny on women journalists, and notes double standards about appearance.
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History items from 1973 to 1990 Senate and city events
History notes cover key moments: Ford confirmed as vice president in 1973 by a 92 to 3 vote, Agnew’s resignation. Army War College founded in 1901. Penn Station New York opened in 1910. Moscone and Milk killed in 1978. John Major chosen Tory leader in 1990 and becoming prime minister.
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Birthdays mark Caroline Kennedy Schlossberg milestone
Today's notable birthdays include Caroline Kennedy Schlossberg turning 43, along with actor James Avery at 52, Charlie Burchill of Simple Minds at 41, Charlie Benante of Anthrax at 38, actress Robin Givens at 36, rapper Skoob of Das EFX at 30, and actor Jaleel White at 24.
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Douglas County Talks Merger of Corrections With Court Services
Douglas County Commissioners meet today to discuss a proposed merger between Douglas County Community Corrections and the district court services office. Read Tuesday's Journal for full meeting coverage in World.
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Bubble tea craze sweeps Los Angeles area shops
The bubble tea fad expands across Southern California and beyond with tai tea shops opening in Los Angeles and Orange counties. Patrons like Pamela Faulkner and salesman David Tan describe the drink as a craveable, healthful alternative to coffee, while entrepreneurs plan rapid expansion.
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Downey Jr Arrested Again On Drug Charges in Palm Springs
Actor Robert Downey Jr was arrested for drug possession and being under the influence while free on bail after police found cocaine and methamphetamine in a Merv Griffin Resort hotel room. He was released on 15000 bail and faces court within 30 days. Downey had recent TV work on Ally McBeal and a past film career including Chaplin and Natural Born Killers.
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Grinch Leads Holiday Box Office Record Surge
Hollywood box office soars during Thanksgiving with top 12 grossing $236.3 million, a holiday record. Dr Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas tops the chart with $73.8 million, Unbreakable debuts strong at No 2, and 102 Dalmatians with Rugrats in Paris follow. Quills opens in limited release to strong per theater receipts as family films drive $125 million in ticket sales.
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