Parched California scorched by multiple wildfires
DAVENPORT, Calif. - California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger urged residents to heed mandatory evacuation orders Saturday as 6,800 firefighters battled to control nearly a dozen blazes across the parched state.
Nations:U.S. People:Arnold Schwarzenegger
2009-08-15
Obama remark on black scholar's arrest angers cops
BOSTON - Many police officers across the country have a message for President Barack Obama: Get all the facts before criticizing one of our own. Obama's public criticism that Cambridge officers "acted stupidly" when they arrested black Harvard professor Henry Louis Gates Jr. could make it harder for police to work with people of color, some officers said Thursday.
Nations:U.S. People:Barack Obama John McCain Source:(AP)
2009-07-23
Robert Redford mourns loss of 'real friend' Newman
LOS ANGELES (AFP) - Robert Redford mourned the death of Paul Newman, describing his former co-star as "a real friend" whose life had left the world a better place, in comments reported Saturday.
People:Paul Newman Robert Redford Activities:Sundance Film Festival Source:(AFP)
2008-09-27
Paul Newman, actor who personified cool, dies
WESTPORT, Conn. - Paul Newman, the Oscar-winning superstar who personified cool as the anti-hero of such films as "Hud," "Cool Hand Luke" and "The Color of Money" -- followed by a second act as an activist, race car driver and popcorn impresario -- has died. He was 83.
Nations:U.S. People:Paul Newman Jackie Gleason John Huston Lauren Bacall Sally Field Robert Altman Activities:Cannes Film Festival Sundance Film Festival Oscar Awards
2008-09-27
Director and actor Sydney Pollack dies at 73
Sydney Pollack was remembered by some of the elite actors he directed in films such as "Out of Africa," "Tootsie," and "Absence of Malice," not only for his Academy Award-winning direction, but also for his acting talents.
People:Sydney Pollack Quincy Jones Robert Altman Stanley Kubrick Jessica Lange Patrick Dempsey
2008-05-27
Globes scene missing magic and meaning
A roar went up from the lobby bar of the Beverly Hilton before Sunday night's Golden Globes. But it wasn't fans thrilling at the sight of Angelina Jolie or George Clooney on the red carpet -- it was the New York Giants upsetting the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL playoffs.
Nations:U.S. People:Angelina Jolie Jack Nicholson George Clooney Activities:2008 Golden Globe Awards
2008-01-14
Crews make progress against Malibu fire
Fire crews hoped mild temperatures and gentle winds Sunday would help them solidify gains against the sprawling wildfire that destroyed dozens of homes in this upscale coastal community.
Nations:U.S. Activities:2007 California Fire
2007-11-25
"Fred Claus" on track to sleigh box office
It's never too early to celebrate Christmas in Hollywood, which is why the new Vince Vaughn comedy "Fred Claus" will likely take the box office crown this weekend.
People:Paul Giamatti Meryl Streep Robert Redford Vince Vaughn Tom Cruise
2007-11-09
Owen Wilson's film future is likely fine
Owen Wilson's film future remains bright despite his apparent personal problems.
Nations:U.S. People:Owen Wilson Chris Farley Jack Black Lindsay Lohan Adrien Brody Ben Stiller
2007-08-29
Lohan defends herself after arrest
With two trips to rehab behind her and a litany of legal problems ahead, Lindsay Lohan joins a long list of young Hollywood talents who've faced high-profile battles with drugs and alcohol. Some went on to enjoy healthy careers. Others died young.
Nations:U.S. People:Macaulay Culkin Lindsay Lohan Drew Barrymore
2007-07-25
Lindsay Lohan booked on suspicion of DUI
Lindsay Lohan, who just finished a second stint in rehab for substance abuse treatment, was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving and possession of cocaine early Tuesday, authorities said.
Nations:U.S. People:Lindsay Lohan
2007-07-24
Spears leaves Malibu rehab center
After nearly a month of seclusion in a luxurious rehabilitation center, Britney Spears has moved on. The pop star checked out of Promises Malibu Alcohol and Drug Rehab Treatment Facility "after successfully completing their program," Spears' manager, Larry Rudolph, said in a statement released by Jive Records late Tuesday.
Nations:U.S. People:Britney Spears Kevin Federline Matthew Perry Charlie Sheen Diana Ross Ben Affleck
2007-03-21
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