Nielsen rival gains ground with SMART tests
Fox donated millions to Statistical Research Inc as NBC CBS and ABC back SMART, a new TV measurement project. Cable networks like Discovery Lifetime USA and ESPN joined, signaling industry discontent with Nielsen. SMART tests in 500 Philadelphia homes use electronic codes and a smiley button to gauge viewing, counting anyone in a room with a TV.
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Online News Producers Reject Internet Content Ratings
Major online news producers refuse to adopt a voluntary rating system for online content despite White House pressure. About 25 organizations met and opposed ratings, fearing deterrence of readers for violence and sex stories. Endorsed by WSJ Interactive Edition editor Neil Budde and other top outlets.
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Tucker Money Talks film review notes fast pace and chaos
The review praises Chris Tucker in Money Talks for rapid patter and high energy. It highlights Buddy movie setup with Charlie Sheen as a TV reporter, a chase through Los Angeles, and a climactic shootout at the Coliseum. Cast includes Gerard Ismael, Heather Locklear, Paul Sorvino. Brett Ratner's directing, Alec Sokolow and Joel Cohen writing.
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Best Sellers list highlights varied titles across genres
A compiled USA Today style list showcases top selling titles across fiction and nonfiction. Notable entries include Don't Sweat the Small Stuff by Richard Carlson, Angela's Ashes by Frank McCourt, The Laws of Our Father by Scott Turow, Cold Mountain by Charles Frazier, and The Third Twin by Ken Follett, among others.
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