Hall to quit sagging show in late night wars
Arsenio Hall will end The Arsenio Hall Show with the May 27 finale as Paramount Television confirms production and notes Hall’s six year contract was not renewed. The host cited the need for change amid ratings battles with Letterman and Leno, reflecting the struggling era for his groundbreaking program.
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Toothache Forces Tanya Tucker to Cut Pittsburg Concert Short
Tanya Tucker halted her Pittsburg Kansas show after about 30 minutes due to a painful toothache. She apologized to fans, departed for her tour bus, and left the venue amid boos. Tour manager Robert Haynes said Tucker tried her best and hates disappointing fans. refunds were not announced.
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Model Stares Down Shark Kathy Ireland Relates Encounter
Kathy Ireland recounts a 100 foot South Pacific scuba dive where a shark charged her unarmed and unseen by companions. She says she stared the predator down, calling it the greatest physical challenge of her life. A fellow diver killed the shark, which left her both frightened and exhilarated. She plans to dive again despite the incident.
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Welty Celebrates 85th Birthday With Book Debut
Eudora Welty marked her 85th birthday with a Jackson bookstore party for A Writer's Eye, a 67‑review collection spanning 1942 to 1984. About 500 friends attended, including Ellen Douglas, Willie Morris, Walker Alexander, Beth Henley, and Jim Lehrer, plus a telegram from President Clinton.
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Dope on Soap and Sewer Death in Weird News
In Rome Georgia Rusty Strickland 23 was sentenced to 12 years after police found cocaine in his home. After serving six months, a second test contradicted the first, the original chemist was fired. Wilfredo Nunez 43 died from head injuries in a New York sewer while coins and trinkets were being searched. A colleague said the work was dirty but not unpleasant. Mexican wrestler Gerardo Palomero, masked and colorful, drew media attention for his costuming as he wrestles and works.
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Notable events in Arizona and world history on April 19 1994
On April 19 1994 the calendar marks the 109th day of the year with 256 remaining. Historical notes mention 1762 Netherlands recognition of American interests and 1892 the prototype of the first community line automobile was completed, alongside other incomplete references to Suseneren and Ravenane.
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Roseanne Arnold seeks divorce and restraining order
The Associated Press reports Roseanne Arnold filed for divorce and obtained a restraining order against Tom Arnold after a clash on the Roseanne set. Roseanne, 41, fired him from the show as final action cited in the filing, with her asking to avoid alimony.
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Woman spins yo yo career from Akron to stages
Linda Sengpiel credits go for it as her philosophy as she performs remarkable yo yo feats. She can juggle two yo yos at once and light a match with a yo yo from five feet. At eight she won a first prize, at twelve Duncan Yo-Yo Co. hired her to tour promoting products. Don Duncan calls her among the nation’s best. Now she runs Supersonic Yo-Yo Promotions with son Rick.
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