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Articles by Date : September, 2009

Dennis Hopper Rushed To ER

30 September, 2009

Famed actor Dennis Hopper was rushed to a Manhattan hospital via ambulance this afternoon. Details of his condition are as of yet unknown. At the time of his ER arrival, it’s reported that Hopper was wearing an oxygen mask.

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ESPNU - Something To Cheer About

30 September, 2009

If you love college sports as much as everyone in our household, ESPNU will really give you something to cheer about!

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Snakes Say No To Alcohol

28 September, 2009

You never know when you’ll need to extricate a biting python from your arm. There’s certainly no harm in being prepared. Read on!

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Jenny Slate Not Slated For Firing At SNL

28 September, 2009

SNL newbie Jenny Slate drops the F-bomb but isn't dropped from cast. Looks like someone caught a freakin' break.

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Another Time, Another Phillips

25 September, 2009

A few more minutes for the Phillips family. Bijou Phillips speaks out in defense of her late dad, John.

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Tyra Banks And Shakespeare

24 September, 2009

Kudos to the inventiveness of Tyra Banks, and a big cyber high-five for her optimistic nerve as well. Last night on Jon Stewart’s The Daily Show, the featured ‘moment of zen’ displayed Tyra Banks bravely trying to teach Larry King how to “smize.”

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Kelly Osbourne Looking Like A Star

23 September, 2009

Have you seen the amazing transformation of Kelly Osbourne?! The daughter of famed rocker Ozzy Osbourne and wife Sharon, is a currently a contestant (and a very viable one at that) on the hit show, Dancing With The Stars.

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Infatuating Boredom. Another Enticing Original HBO Series.

22 September, 2009

HBO’s original series, Bored To Death is anything but boring. Based on the very personal real-life experiences of creator, Jonathan Ames, it’s funny, honest, and intriguing.

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What I've Learned From The Emmys

21 September, 2009

Looking over today’s recap of the Emmys, I’ve learned that I need to watch more TV.

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Crime Drama Comes To Life - Maday Arrested

18 September, 2009

I sometimes wonder if career criminals glean any of their real-life inspiration from televised dramas. There is something about the way we romanticize the criminal mind. Public fascination with seedy sorts is nothing new; look at the acclaim awarded to the likes of Jesse James and Billy the Kid back in the wild west. Some of today’s events -- such as the arrest of bank robber Robert Maday -- are pretty wild, too.

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Nasty Anastos-Anchor Makes Headlines

17 September, 2009

What did he say!? Personally, I’ll stick with the family-friendly news broadcasts on Dish Network TV. And, when I am in the mood for uncensored entertainment, I’ll turn to HBO or other adult programming options where Anastos-like communication won’t come as so much of a shock.

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Hell's Kitchen Fishing For Real Talent

17 September, 2009

What’s that old saying? Give a man a fish and he’ll eat for a day. Try to teach a man to fish and you’ll end up beating the living cr*% out of him with the fishing pole... ? Something like that. The sentiment reminds me of Gordon Ramsey’s nurturing style on his hit TV program, ‘Hell’s Kitchen.’

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H1N1 Virus Back In The News -- Be Prepared

16 September, 2009

The H1N1 virus is back in the news. Our household is making a ‘just in case’ plan, stocking up on tissues, ibuprofen, soup, tea and throat lozenges. In the interim hand sanitizer and hand washing will be a popular pastime.

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How To Make Your Own DTV Antenna

16 September, 2009

If you need a digital television antenna and are looking for a solution that's both inexpensive and crafty, you might try making one yourself.

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Patrick Swayze Passed Away

15 September, 2009

Patrick Swayze, 57, passed away Monday afternoon with his family at his side. Though his death was not unexpected, the news still sent a wave of unsettling grief throughout the world.

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NFL Red Zone Scores Big On Dish Network

15 September, 2009

No doubt many football fans celebrated when news spread about the affordable new NFL Red Zone channel.

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True Blood Wakes Up Viewer Anticipation

14 September, 2009

True Blood's great and gripping season finale awakens viewer anticipation for season three.

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Remembering September 11

11 September, 2009

Tonight the History Channel will air a memorial September 11 program. Each year, when the date returns, for at least a few moments we are all again united in remembrance. The terrible events that unfolded on 9-11-2001 truly did change America.

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Is ACORN Nuts!?

10 September, 2009

News reports show questionable activity at the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN). Their advice to imposter prostitutes is pretty crazy!

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Breitbart's Moment In The Spotlight

9 September, 2009

How about a reality show for Andrew Breitbart? Let's shine the spotlight on the opinionated Andy B. before his fifteen minutes of fame fade away.

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Sunstein Nudges Opponents Toward Logic

9 September, 2009

Cass Sunstein, noted scholar, author, and orator is in the news as he becomes the unwarranted target of radical and creative slurs, based primarily on views regarding gun control. Thank goodness for the Dish network news programs that keep us up to date on these current events!

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Fake Blood - Not Just For Halloween

8 September, 2009

Check out the new True Blood beverage. No doubt there will be plenty of people in the market for ingestible fake blood (yummy!)

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Amusing Tools

8 September, 2009

I checked out the show ‘Tool Academy’ for the first time this weekend. Wow…this show really is amusing, and reassuring.

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Rachel Alexandra Runs Like A Girl!

8 September, 2009

Wonder-filly Rachel Alexandra beat out the fast-paced field of boys at Saratoga Springs, becoming the first-ever girl to take the title since the race's inception 56 years ago!

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Enthusiasm Returns Sept 20

4 September, 2009

You won't have to curb your enthusiasm for long. The inimitable Larry David and his comedic crew return to HBO on September 20.

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Clarkson's Fed Up . . . Again

4 September, 2009

Kelly Clarkson is battling her recording label once again. Maybe after her last battle, Clarkson’s done playing nice?

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19 Kids And Counting?

4 September, 2009

The Duggars, stars of '18 Kids and Counting' are expecting baby number 19. Could there be a point where enough is enough?

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DIRECTV Drops Versus HD Network, Dish Customers Can Still Tune In

2 September, 2009

DIRECTV will no longer carry Comcast's Versus HD Network. Their contract with Comcast expired August 31 and the two companies were unable to reach a renewal agreement.

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Move Over Vampire, Here Comes the Werewolf

1 September, 2009

Vampire programs have been all the rage; now it's time for the werewolves to take the limelight.

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Your PBS Vacation

1 September, 2009

How about an at-home family holiday? Check out the new PBS special The National Parks: America's Best Idea and tour some of our country's most prestigious land, all in the comfort of your own home!

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NBA Star Steve Nash In Hiding?

1 September, 2009

There's no hiding for NBA Superstar Steve Nash. The famed player tried to disguise himself at a recent pick-up game in China.

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