05-07-08 EUR: Obama Almost Home As Democratic Presidential Nominee

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OBAMA WINS BIG IN NORTH CAROLINA: Clinton narrowly takes Indiana; Illinois senator almost has Democratic nomination sewn up.
*It's all about the math. And after a huge win in North Carolina on Tuesday, Illinois Senator Barack Obama is just inches away, so to speak, from sewing up the Democratic presidential nomination over New York Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton. Read Full Story

ROSIE SAYS REV. WRIGHT 'MADE SENSE': Former talk show host defends pastor's beliefs during 'Today' appearance.
*While sitting in with the ladies of the "Today" show's fourth hour Monday, Rosie O'Donnell said many people have mistaken her "passion for rage" – much in the same way some Americans have misunderstood Rev. Jeremiah Wright. Read Full Story

MORE DETAILS DRIP FROM MARIAH WEDDING: Fox411 columnist says couple has a prenup.
*Fox411 columnist Roger Friedman says he has independently confirmed that Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon were married last week, and that the couple has a "very nice prenuptial agreement." Read Full Story

'T.I. SPEAKS' TONIGHT ON BET: Rapper talks to Toure in first televised interview since plea bargain on weapon charges.
*Rapper T.I. is interviewed by BET personality Toure about his life and future beyond incarceration in the half-hour special "T.I. Speaks," premiering tonight at 7:30. Read Full Story

PHOTOGRAPHER ASSAULTED FOR SNAPPING CHRIS BROWN: Shutterbug says singer's bodyguards chased him down and took his camera.
*A photographer for the Tampa Bay Times says he was assaulted by security guards attempting to protect pop star Chris Brown outside of a St. Petersburg, Fla. club. Read Full Story

MORE ACTORS JOIN MADEA IN 'JAIL': Viola Davis, Salli Richardson and Judge Mablean added to the cast.
*Three more actors have joined the cast of Lionsgate's "Tyler Perry's Madea Goes To Jail," which is scheduled to begin shooting this month in Atlanta. Read Full Story

THE 'CAT' IS BACK ON BROADWAY: Lisa Arrindell Anderson talks 'Tin Roof.'
By Kenya M. Yarbrough
*The 'Cat' is back on Broadway with an all-star cast that is making their way on the Milky White Way. The latest revival of the 1955 Pulitzer Prize-winning Tennessee Williams play "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" is directed by Debbie Allen and stars Oscar nominee Terrence Howard and Tony winners Anika Noni Rose and Phylicia Rashad, and the talent of Lisa Arrindell Anderson. Read Full Story

DENNIS RODMAN CHECKS INTO REHAB: Move comes after arrest on felony domestic battery suspicion.
*In the wake of his arrest Thursday on suspicion of felony domestic battery, Dennis Rodman has checked into a rehab facility in Florida, his manager confirmed. Read Full Story

VANESSA WILLIAMS FINALLY EARNS SYRACUSE DEGREE: Actress left drama dept. after two years to pursue fame.
*Twenty-five years after bouncing from Syracuse University with her Miss America crown in tow, Vanessa Williams will finally receive her bachelor of fine arts degree during graduation exercises Saturday. Read Full Story

MARTHA REEVES' CHILDHOOD HOME BURGLARIZED: Thieves took $1 million worth of uninsured recording equipment.
*Former Motown great-turned-politician Martha Reeves says thieves broke into her childhood home on Detroit's east side and took off with $1 million worth of uninsured recording equipment. Read Full Story

PBS TO PREMIERE MARVIN GAYE DOC TONIGHT: Film from Sam Pollard to air as part of 'American Masters.'
*An "American Masters" special on Marvin Gaye, featuring interviews with Berry Gordy, Mos Def, Michael Eric Dyson and more, is scheduled to premiere tonight on PBS. Read Full Story

ITTY BITTY BITS: Will.i.am's Webby; Denzel nominated; Cole's paycheck; 'Pampered' Oprah; Gardner honored; Morris divorces; Jay-Z's endorsement; 'Gone Country 2.'
*Will.i.am's "Yes We Can" video supporting presidential candidate Barack Obama has earned him a Webby award, which salutes Web sites and online achievements. Read Full Story

SPORTS BITS: MVP Kobe; Don King sued; Richard Jefferson's misdemeanor; Jerry Rice's daughter.
*Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant has officially won the NBA's MVP award. He called the award a blessing and an honor and emphasized that he wants another trophy this year. Read Full Story

VH1'S 'I LOVE MONEY' SETS A DATE: Premiere information announced for reality series pitting contestants from past 'Flavor' shows and its spinoffs.
*"I Love Money," VH1's newest "Celebreality" series featuring popular contestants from the channel's "Rock of Love," "I Love New York" and "Flavor of Love," premieres on Sunday, July 13 at 9 p.m., the network announced. Read Full Story

EUR DVD REVIEW: Dans Paris
By Kam Williams
*'Twas the night before Christmas, and we find Paul (Romain Duris) all depressed because he's just been dumped by his girlfriend, Anna (Joana Preiss). Read Full Story

EUR DVD REVIEW: Before the Devil Knows You're Dead
By Kam Williams
*Though well into his eighties, Sidney Lumet hasn't lost his edge. Exhibit A is this masterfully-crafted, multi-layered murder mystery by the legendary director which earned the #3 spot on this critic's Top Ten List for 2007. Read Full Story

MANDELA GEARS UP FOR LONDON BIRTHDAY BASH: Will Smith to host affair featuring guests Winfrey, Whitaker and Bill Clinton.
*Nelson Mandela will celebrate his 90th birthday this year attending a massive three-hour evening concert in London's Hyde Park on Friday, June 27, that will double as a fundraiser for his charity 46664. Read Full Story

EARTH WIND & FIRE PLOTS SUMMER TOUR: Veteran band still pushing 2005 set, "Illumination."
*Earth, Wind & Fire will kick off another tour leg next month in continued promotion of its 2005 album, "Illumination," which marked the band's 35th year and its 23rd career album. 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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