The National Organization for Women has sharply criticized comedian David Letterman, accusing him of promoting a hostile, uncomfortable work environment.
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Letterman: I faced extortion over sexual affairs
David Letterman told his audience Thursday that he is the victim of an alleged extortion attempt and admitted to having sexual relations with several members of his staff, according to a press release from his production company. Letterman made the announcement during taping of the “Late Show.” “This morning, I did something I’ve never done in my life,” Letterman told his audience, according to a release from Worldwide Pants Inc
Actor Dennis Hopper hospitalized
Actor Dennis Hopper was taken to a New York City area hospital Wednesday morning for an undisclosed ailment, according to a publicist.
Jessica Seinfeld wins plagiarism case against her
A federal judge on Thursday threw out an author’s claims that Jessica Seinfeld, the comedian’s wife, plagiarized from her cookbook, but the judge left open claims of defamation against Jerry Seinfeld himself. “This is a complete victory for Jessica Seinfeld,” said Orin Snyder, Seinfeld’s lawyer.
Whitney Houston candid on ‘Oprah’
In an emotional interview, Whitney Houston opened up to talk-show host Oprah Winfrey about a pivotal role her mother played in getting the singer back on track. The sit-down interview, set to air when “The Oprah Winfrey Show” returns for its 24th season Monday, offers a rare glimpse into the life of Houston who is in the midst of a much anticipated return to the spotlight.
Katherine Heigl taking ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ hiatus
Seattle Grace is losing another doctor — at least temporarily. Katherine Heigl, 30, is taking a leave of absence from “Grey’s Anatomy” to film a new movie, the romantic comedy “Life as We Know It.” An ABC rep cannot confirm the exact length of time she will be out of pocket — EW.com is reporting a 5-episode hiatus — but tells PEOPLE, “Katherine is taking time off to film a movie.
Baby born with protruding heart battles for life
The father of a baby born with his heart protruding from his chest has told CNN about the 1100 km train journey he made to save his son’s life. Chander Majhi, 24, became a father last week but he had to leave his wife behind in hospital and make a train journey from a remote region along India’s border with Nepal to the capital New Delhi.
Sci-fi apartheid film ‘District 9’ opens in South Africa
The futuristic South African sci-fi that has taken the U.S box office by storm opened in its home country this weekend. Parallels with the experience of apartheid in “District 9” are likely to resonate particularly with South African audiences.
Life imitates art as gunmen attack crew of Afghan war movie
When David Whitney traveled to Pakistan to shoot his film about a man forced to flee Afghanistan after falling foul of the Taliban he didn’t expect fiction to turn into reality. But that’s exactly what happened three weeks into shooting political thriller “Kandahar Break” in late 2008
Unraveling the mystery of Brazil’s ‘twin town’
For generations the residents of Sao Pedro, Brazil and neighboring Candido Godoi have known their isolated hamlet in southern Brazil was special. They say about a decade ago the rest of the world figured it out too. Since then, despite the remoteness, they’ve been visited by researchers, authors, journalist and even a few tourists.