Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Yahoo! News: Politics News

Yahoo! News: Politics News


Bush memoir sells 220,000 copies on first day (AP)

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 01:21 PM PST

In a Nov. 10, 2010 photo provided by NBC Universal, Inc., former U.S. President George W. Bush appears on the 'Today' show to talk about his new book 'Decision Points' . (AP Photo/NBC Universal, Inc., Peter Kramer)AP - Former President George W. Bush's memoir "Decision Points" sold at least 220,000 copies through its first day of release, with more than 20 percent generated by e-book purchases.


Tony Awards producers choose new home for the show (AP)

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 01:31 PM PST

AP - The Tony Awards ceremony, left homeless after losing its long-term space at Radio City Music Hall, has found a smaller theater on the Upper West Side of Manhattan for the telecast.

Conan draws another big audience his second night (AP)

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 10:44 AM PST

In this publicity image released by Conaco LLC, Conan O'Brien, host of the new 'Conan' show on TBS speaks during his debut, Monday, Nov. 8, 2010. (AP Photo/Conaco LLC for TBS, Meghan Sinclair)AP - TBS says Conan O'Brien scored another robust audience his second night back on the air. But it was down by one-third from his premiere.


Sally Jessy Raphael Explains Her Famous Red Glasses (omg!)

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 02:57 PM PST

omg! - The retired talk show host tells Oprah Winfrey about the origins of her iconic eyewear

Lou Dobbs signs with Fox Business Network (AP)

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 02:24 PM PST

AP - Former CNN anchor and current radio talk show host Lou Dobbs is joining the Fox Business Network.

Lava, tsunamis, alien invasions: Films bash L.A. (AP)

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 10:47 AM PST

In this film publicity image released by Universal Pictures, fighter jets attack an alien ship over the city of Los Angeles in the sci-fi thriller, 'Skyline'. (AP Photo/Universal Pictures)AP - This city has the worst luck.


Room for forgiveness on Bush book tour (AP)

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 02:37 PM PST

FILE - In this June 11, 2009 file photo, Kanye West performs for the Kanye West Foundation at the Chicago Theatre in Chicago. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty, file)AP - Former President George W. Bush's media blitz to sell his new book seems carefully designed to minimize surprises, although he got one Wednesday in a surprise rapprochement with Kanye West.


5 movies about TV that are must-sees (AP)

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 02:15 PM PST

FILE - This 2005 file photo originally released by Warner Independent Pictures shows, from left, George Clooney, Robert Downey Jr.and  David Strathairn in a scene from 'Good Night, And Good Luck.' (AP Photo/Warner Independent Pictures, Melinda Sue Gordon)AP - "Morning Glory" reveals the further encroachment of entertainment into news, with Harrison Ford playing an old-school anchor who's forced to co-host a network morning program. Merely the notion of fashion and cooking segments causes him to bristle.


Latin Grammy concert honors Placido Domingo (AP)

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 03:04 PM PST

AP - Placido Domingo is being recognized as the Latin Grammy Person of the Year in a tribute concert honoring the Spanish tenor's career.

Celeb photo agency sues website for $7.8 million (Reuters)

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 02:09 PM PST

Reuters - Paparazzi can be downright aggressive when it comes to chasing down celebrities, but the agencies that employ these photographers are proving themselves just as pugnacious.

"Pink champagne" diamond star lot at Geneva sales (Reuters)

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 09:58 AM PST

An employee poses with a 24.78 carat Fancy Intense Pink diamond at Sotheby's in Geneva November 10, 2010. REUTERS/Valentin FlauraudReuters - A rare pink diamond could set a world record next week in a revived international market chasing strong prices for top quality jewels, auction firm Sotheby's said on Wednesday.


Room for forgiveness on Bush book tour (AP)

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 02:38 PM PST

FILE - In this June 11, 2009 file photo, Kanye West performs for the Kanye West Foundation at the Chicago Theatre in Chicago. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty, file)AP - Former President George W. Bush's media blitz to sell his new book seems carefully designed to minimize surprises, although he got one Wednesday in a surprise rapprochement with Kanye West.


Room for forgiveness on Bush book tour (AP)

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 02:38 PM PST

FILE - In this June 11, 2009 file photo, Kanye West performs for the Kanye West Foundation at the Chicago Theatre in Chicago. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty, file)AP - Former President George W. Bush's media blitz to sell his new book seems carefully designed to minimize surprises, although he got one Wednesday in a surprise rapprochement with Kanye West.


Cuba denounces 'virtual' Castro plot in new game (AP)

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 11:18 AM PST

AP - Cuba harshly criticized a new video game in which U.S. special operations soldiers try to kill a young Fidel Castro, saying Wednesday that the violent role-playing glorifies assassination and will turn American children into sociopaths.

Book defending pedophilia for sale on Amazon (AP)

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 10:31 AM PST

AP - Amazon is selling a self-published book defending pedophiles, sparking discussions about the retailer's obligation to vet items before they are sold in its online stores.

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