Dear Abby column covers past crimes and karaoke woes
A reader asks how to handle a partner’s criminal past and easing trust after years of reform. Dear Abby advises disclosure, heart to heart talk, and involving family to determine if lasting trust is possible. Another letter seeks guidance on karaoke conflicts with a DJ’s wife, urging open communication and spousal support.
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Palminteri offers streetwise advice in Bronx Tale spin
Chazz Palminteri compares his new advice format to life lessons from his iconic street figures. He says the site Ask Chazz delivers candid guidance on show business and life as he recalls balancing right and wrong amid influences from two father figures.
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Mel Brooks to receive AFI Life Achievement Award
Mel Brooks will receive the AFI Life Achievement Award at a gala tribute next June. The 86 year old writer director of The Producers Blazing Saddles Young Frankenstein and History of the World Part 1 is the 41st recipient and is among the few to hold Emmy Grammy Oscar and Tony awards.
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Frugal gift policy tests family harmony this Christmas
Dear Amy advises quietly enforcing your plan to skip family gift exchanges and donate to charity. A sister in law protests, but the long view suggests hosting nonmaterial celebrations and staying firm if future circumstances like children arise. The Confused letter asks about social media status after a breakup and Amy suggests the woman post “in a relationship” while letting the ex disclose his own status when ready.
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Frankenweenie struggles as Taken 2 lifts box office
The weekend box office tops $138 million led by Taken 2 boosting Hollywood revenues while Frankenweenie and Hotel Transylvania compete with Burton’s stop motion return. Disney hopes favorable reviews sustain Frankenweenie through Halloween amid mixed early chatter.
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Neil Young details a candid life through a new memoir
The 66-year-old Rock Hall of Fame member explains writing with minimal organization, avoiding alcohol and marijuana, and reflecting on family, friends, and legacy. He previews a two CD set Psyche delic Pill for October and a Crazy Horse tour, while noting mixed reviews and plans for a sequel about record players.
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