Robin Williams to-star in HBO special from Washington
Robin Williams brings his Weapons of Self Destruction tour to HBO with a Washington recording set to air in December. The veteran comedian has four prior HBO solo specials, the latest in 2002 earning five Emmy nominations, and his first HBO appearance came on Young Comedians in 1977. Williams also co stars with John Travolta in the Disney film Old Dogs.
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Los Angeles Seeks Funds for Jackson Memorial Costs
Los Angeles City Attorney seeks legal options to shift part of the Staples Center memorial costs for Michael Jackson onto third parties. A report to City Council is planned by Friday as authorities note over 17 000 fans attended the service and costs may reach four million dollars in overtime and services. AEG Live, owner of Staples Center, has not committed funds and did not respond to requests for comment.
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Hanks Rejoins Academy Awards Board After Hiatus
Tom Hanks is back on the Academy board representing actors after a one year break. He won a new three year term among nine incumbents and four new members. A runoff was required for a seat between Edward Zwick and Gil Cates with ballots due July 29.
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Mel McDaniel Hospitalized After Heart Attack At 66
Opry spokeswoman says Grand Ole Opry member Mel McDaniel is in the hospital after suffering a heart attack last month. The Checotah Oklahoma native had a string of 1980s hits and has written songs for Kenny Rogers Conway Twitty and Earl Scruggs. He has been a regular on the Opry since 1986.
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Dan Brown Preps The Lost Symbol Teasers Campaign
publisher Doubleday will precede Dan Brown’s The Lost Symbol with a summer-long run of codes puzzles trivia and maps on Facebook and Twitter. The thriller set in Washington DC again features Robert Langdon and secret societies. First printing is 5 million with fall release.
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Dear Abby columns on romance strain and family fatigue
Two letters reveal strains in long distance romance and a sister’s recurring breakup cycle. A Pennsylvania couple confronts mismatched affection and dwindling communication while a Springfield family copes with a noisy schedule from Kate and Leslie.
Teen Dad Online Privacy Dilemma Sparks Family Tension
A recent high school graduate asks if he should confront his father about the dad’s frequent online browsing and pornography use, amid past parental micromanagement and fears of fracturing the family. The adviser urges direct dialogue, warns against meddling, and suggests college as a buffer.
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High fiber foods gain ground in markets this year
Consumers seek fiber rich options as Kellogg aims three gram per serving cereals by 2010. Health experts caution insoluble vs soluble fiber benefits and note potential gas or bloating. Introduce fiber gradually and tailor intake to individual tolerance and needs.
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