News Archive for February 11 2008

'Jaws' actor Roy Scheider dies at 75

Roy Scheider, the actor best known for his role as a police chief in the blockbuster movie "Jaws," has died. He was 75.

Two CBS Journalists Missing In Basra

BAGHDAD — Two CBS News journalists were missing in the predominantly Shiite southern city of Basra, the network said Monday. CBS said all efforts were under way to find the journalists, who were not identified by the network. It requested "that others do not speculate on the identities of those involved" until more information was available. "CBS [...]

Dolly Parton's Breasts Cause Her to Postpone Tour

Dolly Parton is postponing her U.S. tour for 6 to 8 weeks because of back problems created by her breasts, according to a statement posted Monday on her music Web site.

Boeing engineer charged with stealing Space Shuttle secrets for China

The Justice Department said Monday that it has arrested a former Boeing Co. engineer on charges that he stole Boeing trade secrets related to several aerospace programs -- including the Space Shuttle -- on behalf of the Peoples Republic of China.

Mailing a letter will cost a penny more starting in May

WASHINGTON - It's time to stock up on Forever stamps. The cost of mailing a letter will go up a penny - to 42 cents - on May 12.

Cleaners Find Mummified Body in Arizona Bathtub

A dried and decomposing body was found in a bathtub filled with dirt in a Phoenix apartment that was stacked to the ceiling with garbage and human waste.

Travis Barker and Shanna Moakler Finalize Divorce

It’s been a long time coming, but Travis Barker and Shanna Moakler are finally single. The on and off again former couple have a boy and girl, Landon Asher and Alabama Luella. Travis said: "No, I’m no longer with her. We were actually divorced a few days ago. I have a beautiful daughter at home, a beautiful son at home. That’s where my head is [...]

Fire closes ride at Disney's Animal Kingdom

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla.---- A ride at Disney's Animal Kingdom has closed after a small fire broke out Sunday, sending one woman to the hospital with minor injuries.

Tolkien estate sues for 150 million dollars of Ring profits

Los Angeles - The estate Lord of the Rings creator JRR Tolkien sued New Line Cinema on Monday for 150 million dollars, claiming the Hollywood studio cheated it out of a share of the profits from the movie trilogy that earned billions of dollars. The ...

Gordon Brown's biggest influences: 50-41

The top 50 people who have the ear of the Prime Minister

Matthew Chapman: Science Debate 2008: Candidates Invited

Twelve weeks after launching our website, ScienceDebate2008.com, over 15,000 people -- most, but not all, involved in science, technology, or academia -- have signed on in support of our petition calling for a presidential debate on science and technology policy. At the end of last week, we sent invitations to Hillary Clinton, Mike Huckabee, John McCain, [...]

Trader Joe's barring some Chinese imports

The grocery chain says it's taking the action in response to customer concerns.

Trader Joe's said today that it would remove some Chinese-grown foods from its stores over customer worries about the safety of products made in China.

Peltz plans to nominate Wendy's board candidates

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Nelson Peltz's Trian Partners has sent a letter to Wendy's International Inc , saying it intends to nominate candidates for the restaurant chain's board at its upcoming annual shareholders' meeting.

Motorola, Nortel in talks to combine units: paper

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Motorola Inc and Nortel Networks Corp are in talks to combine their wireless infrastructure units, The Wall Street Journal reported, quoting people familiar with the situation.

John Alvin, Designer of Memorable Film Posters, Is Dead at 59

Mr. Alvin created memorable images for movie posters, billboards and advertisements, including the two fingers touching above the Earth’s surface for “E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial.”

Rep. Shadegg won't seek re-election

Saying he never intended to be a professional politician, Rep. John Shadegg announced Monday that he will not seek re-election to an eighth term in Congress.