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Honoring James Dean, 50 Years after His Death

Actor James Dean died in a car crash on a rural road in central California 50 years ago this Friday. He was just 24, and even though he had only acted in three movies he was considered a superstar. His death may have served to add to his legend.

Honoring James Dean, 50 Years after His Death

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Opinion

Music News

The Mystery of 'Sweet Caroline' and the Sox

As a stadium anthem, it's not exactly "Take Me Out to the Ballgame." Susan Orlean visits Boston's Fenway Park to unlock the secret connection between the Red Sox, their loyal fans and singer Neil Diamond's 1969 hit.

The Mystery of 'Sweet Caroline' and the Sox

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Performing Arts

Preacher-Artist Gertrude Morgan, Remixed

Sister Gertrude Morgan -- folk artist, preacher, nurse -- made a distinctive album of gospel music in 1970. Philadelphia DJ King Britt has created a tribute to the New Orleans musician.

Preacher-Artist Gertrude Morgan, Remixed

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Media

100 Entrepreneurs Hawk their Inventions on QVC

It's being called the American Idol of television commerce... the QVC cable shopping network has chosen 100 entrepreneurs from across the nation to hawk their inventions on-air. Mitch Teich of member station KNAU reports from Arizona about one of the broadcasts.

100 Entrepreneurs Hawk their Inventions on QVC

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Business

Saying Farewell to Jeeves and Other Corporate Mascots

The Internet search engine AskJeeves.com is retiring its cartoon mascot, Jeeves the butler. Jeeves will have plenty of company at the corporate mascot retirement home, where other advertising staples rest in obsolescence.

Saying Farewell to Jeeves and Other Corporate Mascots

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Opinion

Where Have All the College Hippies Gone?

A new crop of college students is getting comfortable after a few weeks on campuses across the United States. But essayist Mark Oppenheimer sees a very different group of freshmen than when he was a student, and wonders... Where have all the college hippies gone?

Where Have All the College Hippies Gone?

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On Television

'Commander in Chief': A Woman's White House

Oscar winner Geena Davis stars in the new ABC program Commander in Chief as the first female president of the United States. Television critic Andrew Wallenstein says the series, which premieres Tuesday night, offers an interesting mix of The West Wing and family drama.

'Commander in Chief': A Woman's White House

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Obituaries

Don Adams, Missed by THAT Much and So Many

Don Adams, known for TV eternity as Agent 86 on the 1960s series Get Smart!, has died at age 82. Adams played Maxwell Smart, a clueless secret agent who puzzled villains and his boss with his confusing explanations and farcical combat style.

Don Adams, Missed by THAT Much and So Many

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On Television

HBO's 'Extras' Among New Season Offerings

Fresh Air

The major networks and several cable units are offering up new seasons in September. A new HBO comedy, Extras, stars Ricky Gervais, who remains best known for starring in and helping to create the original British version of The Office.

HBO's 'Extras' Among New Season Offerings

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Arts & Life

Larry David: More Enthusiasm, Curbed

Steve Inskeep talks to the writer, comedian and creator of Curb Your Enthusiasm, Larry David. The show -- which features David's stock in trade, painfully awkward situations -- is kicking off its fifth season on HBO this weekend.

Larry David: More Enthusiasm, Curbed

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Motley Fool Profiles

Finding the Best Dirty Work in the Country

Mike Rowe, host of Dirty Jobs, a new TV series, learns first-hand about dirty work. He brings a gung-ho viewpoint to work that is often overlooked -- and he manages to see the bright side: "If you're a sewer inspector for instance, in San Francisco, it's a pretty good job," with good city benefits, he says.

Finding the Best Dirty Work in the Country

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On Television

'Everybody Hates Chris': Growing Up Rock

Television critic Andrew Wallenstein reviews comedian Chris Rock's new sitcom Everybody Hates Chris, based loosely on Rock's own childhood. It premieres tonight on the UPN network.

'Everybody Hates Chris': Growing Up Rock

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The Case of the Missing Ruby Slippers

Michele Norris talks with Jim Ginavan, director of the non-profit Oz Museum in Wamego, Kan., about a pair of original ruby slippers from The Wizard of Oz that were stolen last month from a children's museum in Grand Rapids, Minn. Ginavan is coordinating this year's Oztoberfest -- a Dorothy-themed celebration that, for now, will go on without her iconic ruby slippers.

The Case of the Missing Ruby Slippers

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