A Dutch lawmaker who made a controversial film about Islam planned to travel to Britain on Thursday despite a ban on his entry. Geert Wilders said he was invited to screen his film, “Fitna,” at the House of Lords on Thursday evening, but was informed by the British ambassador to the Netherlands that he would be refused entry because the beliefs expressed in the film would threaten public security
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Scarlett Johansson extends invite to ‘Iron Man 2’ premiere
Next spring’s “Iron Man 2” premiere will be memorable not only for the stars of the film, but also for two lucky fans — thanks to cast member and Oxfam Ambassador Scarlett Johansson.
Wilson faces possible House resolution
The House will vote Tuesday on a resolution of disapproval of Rep. Joe Wilson, the South Carolina Republican who yelled “you lie” during President Barack Obama’s health-care speech to a joint session of Congress last week.
Wilson funds reach $1 million after ‘you lie’ cry, aide says
U.S. Rep.
Wilson raises more than $200,000 after outburst
Less than a day after Rep.
Town hall anger echoed in Congress
Shouting from the audience. Holding up signs blasting the health care reform bill before Congress.
Commentary: Obama’s speech a heavy lift
The president is making a major address to the Congress and the country Wednesday night.
Obama’s speech a health care ‘game changer’?
After months of criticism that he has failed to outline a specific health care reform plan, President Obama will address a joint session of Congress on Wednesday night in a speech aides say will be to the point.
Borger: Q&A session showed Obama engaging opponents
Sure, it was a tad hokey and staged. After members of Congress and assorted good government-types participated in the "fiscal responsibility" summit at the White House, President Obama took their questions. Calling first on Sen.