12-13-07 EURxtra: We Remember Ike Turner / Bow Wow's Newest Story

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WE REMEMBER IKE TURNER: Musician and rock pioneer dies at his home near San Diego.
*Musician Ike Turner, the legendary rock-n-roll pioneer whose contributions to the genre were overshadowed by his abuse of ex-wife Tina Turner, has died at age 76, a statement from his management company confirms. Read Full Story

BOW WOW'S HOSPITALIZATION STORY CHANGES AGAIN: Rapper says he cut his finger during a hissy fit and passed out from the bleeding.
*It started out as "stress and exhaustion." Then it was an "infected appendix" that handlers for rapper Bow Wow said led to his sudden hospitalization Thursday following a Cincinnati tour stop. Read Full Story

IS MIJAC PLANNING A TOUR TO PAY BILLS?: Fox 411's Roger Friedman gives us the latest.
*Fox.com columnist Roger Friedman heard that Michael Jackson is in talks with AEG Live's Randy Phillips to mount a three-month tour next year – from March through May – with proceeds going toward his massive debt. Read Full Story

MARION JONES' MEDALS OFFICIALLY SNATCHED: IOC lowers the final hammer on track star following steroid admission.
*Marion Jones was officially stripped of her five Olympic medals Wednesday by The International Olympic Committee following her admission that she lied about using performance enhancing drugs. Read Full Story

OPRAH HAS NO REGRETS ABOUT S.A. SCHOOL: Talk show host says abuse scandal was devastating, but her academy will endure.
*The students at Oprah Winfrey's Leadership Academy for Girls are off on summer break following a first year marred by allegations of sexual abuse. But looking back on the semester, Winfrey says "I don’t' regret" opening the school. Read Full Story

RACE MAKES NEWS AT FALCONS CAMP: Team hires its first black coach; but it's overshadowed by owner's 'fried chicken' quip regarding Vick.
*The Atlanta Falcons has its first black coach in team history with Wednesday's promotion of assistant coach Emmitt Thomas, but with one step forward comes what many see as two steps back, thanks to team owner Arthur Blank and his comments during ESPN's "Monday Night Football." Read Full Story

VIEW IMAN'S NEW GLOBAL CHIC COLLECTION: Accessories line to launch this weekend on HSN.
*International model icon Iman, CEO of Iman Cosmetics, is announcing the launch of Iman's Global Chic Collection, an accessories line launching exclusively on HSN and hsn.com beginning Saturday (Dec.15) at 8 p.m. EST'; and Sunday at 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. EST. Read Full Story

VIOLA DAVIS HAS 'DOUBT': Actress to star in film version of popular Broadway production.
*Viola Davis has scored the role of Mrs. Muller in Miramax's big screen adaptation of the Tony-winning play "Doubt," according to Reuters. Read Full Story

SINGLETON TO UPDATE 'A-TEAM' FOR BIG SCREEN: Film based on Mr. T series will lose corniness and replace Vietnam setting.
*Latino Review is reporting that John Singleton has signed on to direct a feature film adaptation of "The A-Team" for Fox Studios. Read Full Story

'VOICES' SING PRAISES FOR MLK: New book/CD honors civil rights pioneer through words and song.
*Some 40 years after his death, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is being honored through words and song in a special book and CD set from Dalmatian Press and The Choral Arts Society of Washington. Read Full Story

ASHFORD & SIMPSON – RARE AND REMIXED: R&B duo gets a Rhino Records upgrade.
*Fans of Ashford & Simpson might wanna sit down. Rhino Records has put together the ultimate two-disc compilation of the group's biggest-selling singles, 12-inch remixes and tracks that have long been out-of-print. Read Full Story

JAY-Z DISCUSSES HIS CONTRACT RENEWAL RUMORS: Def Jam pres says money is not the problem.
*In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Def Jam president Jay-Z clears up misinformation that has been reported about his contract renewal talks being stalled over money. Read Full Story

DIDDY STARS IN CNBC AD CAMPAIGN: Mogul one of 16 top businessmen appearing in promos for the network.
*Sean "Diddy" Combs is one of 16 American businessmen who will appear in advertisements promoting CNBC's new "American Business" campaign, which is currently airing on the network. Read Full Story

J.LO'S BABY SHOWER GIFT REGISTRY REVEALED: Among pricey items are cashmere outfits, jogging stroller for two and teddy bears.
*The New York Daily News has gained access to the baby shower gift registry set up by celeb couple Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony at exclusive L.A. baby boutique Petit Tresor. Read Full Story

SPORTS BITS: Raptors' Ford out of hospital; Tiger is a 'Player'; T.O. vs. Keyshawn.
*Toronto Raptors guard T.J. Ford has been released from an Atlanta hospital and has returned to Toronto after suffering a serious injury Tuesday night when his head hit the floor hard during a win against the Hawks. Read Full Story

ITTY BITTY BITS: (Listen to) Janet's new 'Feedback' single; Will's 'Karate Kid' remake and 'Monster Hunter' horror flick; plus, Keyshia Cole goes platinum.
*While trying to convince Chinese film officials to green light his new film "I Am Legend" (despite the country's temporary embargo on American movies), Will Smith confirmed rumors that he is behind a planned remake of "The Karate Kid." According to Web site Asian Popcorn, the project is close to signing martial arts magnate Stephen Chow to play Mr. Miyagi. Read Full Story

EUR FILM REVIEW: The Kite Runner
By Kam Williams
*Published by Khaled Hosseini in 2003, The Kite Runner is an endearing account of the childhood friendship of two young Afghani boys which unfolds against the backdrop of their country's political turmoil, ranging from the fall of the monarchy to the war with the U.S.S.R. to the rise of the Taliban. Read Full Story

2007 NYFCO MOVIE AWARDS: 'There Will Be Blood' Dominates Annual Awards
By Kam Williams
*The New York Film Critics Online (NYFCO) announced its movie awards for 2007, considered an early indicator of Oscar potential, at its annual luncheon at O'Neals' Restaurant in Manhattan on Sunday, December 9th. Read Full Story

THE EURweb FREE-4-ALL PAGE/BOARD: Talk about the stories we didn't cover in this issue.
Just like the headline says, this page/board is where you can discuss the stuff that we didn't cover in today's issue. (It's sort of like feedback with a twist) Remember, NO name calling, racial taunting, graphic sex talk and vulgarity in general, PLEASE. Read Full Story

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