Light sabers to join roses at parade next year
The Force will be with the Rose Parade next year. Perhaps that will keep the rain away this time.
“Star Wars” creator George Lucas was named Tuesday as grand marshal of the 118th annual Tournament of Roses.
To the soaring strains of the “Star Wars” theme, Lucas arrived at the Tournament of Roses headquarters to accept the honor. On hand to greet him were “Star Wars” characters such as a roaring Chewbacca and a diminutive Ewok.
Diddy plays daddy, preaches stay in school
The principal at Benjamin Franklin High School in Philadelphia, wanted a speaker who would get students' attention. He succeeded. Some 750 students erupted in cheers when Sean “Diddy” Combs walked out on stage.
“This is a really important time for you all right now,” Combs said. “This is the time that is going to dictate your future.”
The 36-year-old founder of Bad Boy Records looked the part in sunglasses and flashy jewelry. He called some students on stage and talked to them one on one about their goals.
His advice: work hard and stay in school.
“Take responsibility for your future. No excuses!” Combs said.
Chili Peppers red hot in MTV European music
The Red Hot Chili Peppers were nominated in four categories, including best album, for the 2006 MTV Europe Music Awards, to be hosted by Justin Timberlake on Nov. 2.
Madonna, Shakira, Nelly Furtado, Christina Aguilera, Kanye West and Muse had three nominations each, the music network said Tuesday.
Nominations in the best album category included the Red Hot Chili Peppers for “Stadium Arcadium,” Madonna for “Confessions on a Dance Floor” and Nelly Furtado for “Loose.”
Irwin honored at zoo, thousands say farewell
“Crocodile Hunter” Steve Irwin was remembered Wednesday for his “great zest for life” at a public memorial service for the beloved conservationist and entertainer.
Prime Minister John Howard, among the 5,000 in attendance at the Australia Zoo for the ceremony, remembered Irwin for his love of Australia.
“Steve Irwin touched the hearts of Australians and touched the hearts of millions around the world in a very special way,” said Howard. “He did that because he had that quality of being genuine, of being authentic, of being unconditional and having a great zest for life.
- From wire report
“Star Wars” creator George Lucas was named Tuesday as grand marshal of the 118th annual Tournament of Roses.
To the soaring strains of the “Star Wars” theme, Lucas arrived at the Tournament of Roses headquarters to accept the honor. On hand to greet him were “Star Wars” characters such as a roaring Chewbacca and a diminutive Ewok.
Diddy plays daddy, preaches stay in school
The principal at Benjamin Franklin High School in Philadelphia, wanted a speaker who would get students' attention. He succeeded. Some 750 students erupted in cheers when Sean “Diddy” Combs walked out on stage.
“This is a really important time for you all right now,” Combs said. “This is the time that is going to dictate your future.”
The 36-year-old founder of Bad Boy Records looked the part in sunglasses and flashy jewelry. He called some students on stage and talked to them one on one about their goals.
His advice: work hard and stay in school.
“Take responsibility for your future. No excuses!” Combs said.
Chili Peppers red hot in MTV European music
The Red Hot Chili Peppers were nominated in four categories, including best album, for the 2006 MTV Europe Music Awards, to be hosted by Justin Timberlake on Nov. 2.
Madonna, Shakira, Nelly Furtado, Christina Aguilera, Kanye West and Muse had three nominations each, the music network said Tuesday.
Nominations in the best album category included the Red Hot Chili Peppers for “Stadium Arcadium,” Madonna for “Confessions on a Dance Floor” and Nelly Furtado for “Loose.”
Irwin honored at zoo, thousands say farewell
“Crocodile Hunter” Steve Irwin was remembered Wednesday for his “great zest for life” at a public memorial service for the beloved conservationist and entertainer.
Prime Minister John Howard, among the 5,000 in attendance at the Australia Zoo for the ceremony, remembered Irwin for his love of Australia.
“Steve Irwin touched the hearts of Australians and touched the hearts of millions around the world in a very special way,” said Howard. “He did that because he had that quality of being genuine, of being authentic, of being unconditional and having a great zest for life.
- From wire report
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