Turning Point From Alcoholism to Recovery
A first person account traces a descent into alcohol dependency, detailing bars, large tabs, and a failed attempt at zero. The writer describes relapse, the urge to drink, and a move toward a detox with Librium as support groups rally to help.
Norton Feels Frustration With Acting and Autonomy
Edward Norton, paid nine million per film, says acting limits freedom he craves. He remarks on dependence on others approving work and the lack of personal control. Norton discusses crafting scripts, preferring conflict to ensure quality in projects like The Score and Frida. Urban Cowboy musical aims for Broadway with Matt Cavenaugh and Jenn Colella leading.
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SandHills Rodeo to Feature Top PRCA Cowboys in January
Brandy Elliott says the 70th SandHills rodeo January 3–11 will draw top pro cowboys and cowgirls from the year ending finals. Stars include Speed Williams, Rich Skelton, Cody Ohl, Cat Barry, and Guy Allen with performances at 7:30 p.m. nightly and 4,000 seats.
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Nuclear ties shadow Pakistan's nuclear circle and al Qaeda enlace
Azim Mahmood, a physician in his 30s, says his assets and his charity were frozen amid questions about Pakistan's nuclear network. He recounts meetings between his father and bin Laden in Afghanistan, discussions on building a bomb, and the Taliban link. Experts caution that bomb making needs a dedicated cadre of trained scientists.
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Bees trap shoppers at Sam's Mini Market Thanksgiving
In Chatsworth California two customers and an employee were trapped inside Sam's Mini Market for two hours as waves of bees coated the front door. Firefighters released them. In Beijing Panda bear experts say dating software matches personality traits to aid mating. In Winnipeg a Manitoba aboriginal woman says racial profiling when denied hairspray at Extra Foods, suspected as a drink attempt.
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Odessa area contact and paper missing helplines
Local notices provide contact numbers for obtaining the Odessa American and reporting missing papers. Main line operates 8 am to 5 pm weekdays. Out-of-town readers can call separate toll free numbers for service and inquiries.
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Amencon Publishing Classified Fax Advertisement
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Tensions Escalate in Hollywood and Global News Satire
Argus Hamilton riffs on Rose Bowl prospects in Los Angeles and a chorus of current events. He jokes about Bush family photos, Pete Rose, Exotic Newcastle Disease, and political antics while weaving in pop culture references and forthcoming public scenes.
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