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Wal-Mart removes Mexican comic criticized as racist
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc said on Wednesday it removed the comic book "Memin Pinguin" from its stores after receiving complaints the popular Mexican character was a racist depiction of blacks.
Nations:Mexico U.S. People:Vicente Fox George W. Bush Source:(Reuters)
2008-07-09
Superman, the septuagenarian original comic book superhero
NEW YORK (AFP) - Superman, the original comic book superhero, turns 70 this month, but his strength and invulnerability draws fewer fans in the 21st century world of flawed, postmodern heroes.
Nations:U.S. Source:(AFP)
2008-06-15
Comic powerhouse Harvey Korman dies at 81
Harvey Korman, the tall, versatile comedian who won four Emmys for his outrageously funny contributions to "The Carol Burnett Show" and played a conniving politician to hilarious effect in "Blazing Saddles," died Thursday. He was 81.
People:Mel Brooks
2008-05-30
Eastwood, Jolie in running for Cannes prizes
Established Hollywood filmmakers and stars such as Clint Eastwood and Angelina Jolie were competing against movies from acclaimed international directors for the top honors at the Cannes Film Festival on Sunday.
Nations:Lebanon People:Marjane Satrapi Luc Dardenne Nuri Bilge Jack Black Alfonso Cuaron Sean Penn Activities:2008 Cannes Film Festival
2008-05-25
Eastwood's 'Changeling' goes for gold at Cannes festival
With all of his Academy Awards and other Hollywood honors, Clint Eastwood is not necessarily in the market for more prizes. He'll never shy away from a contest, though, including the one at the world's most prestigious film showcase.
Nations:Lebanon People:Clint Eastwood Marjane Satrapi Luc Dardenne Helen Mirren Nuri Bilge Alfonso Cuaron Activities:2008 Cannes Film Festival
2008-05-24
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