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For most people, the thought of hanging on a rope several hundred feet above the ground sounds less than enticing. For a growing number of people, though, rock climbing is becoming a more accessible alternative to traditional sports. While there obviously aren't any mountains in southern Illinois, this region does offer a wide variety and a substantial amount of rock climbing on the sandstone bluffs in the area.… Post the First Comment

Hollywood, you're making such an impact without your happy endings, and nothing but thanks should go your way.… 2 Comments

'Today' co-anchor Matt Lauer is the next victim of the Friars Club celebrity roast. Al Roker, the show's weatherman, will serve as the roastmaster. Do you think Matt Lauer was a good choice for the celebrity roast?… Post the First Comment

In the seemingly never-ending world of bland talk shows, comedian Lewis Black attempts to establish an irreverent comedic talk show with his latest Comedy Central production "Lewis Black's Root of All Evil."… Post the First Comment

Actor Gary Busey has recently apologized for intruding on a red carpet E! News interview with actresses Laura Linney and Jennifer Garner at last month's Academy Awards ceremony. In the incident, Busey hugged Garner, who he had not previously met, and kissed her on the neck. "Everyone has experienced a handshake or hug which has turned awkward, and this was no different," Busey stated in his apology. What do you think of this rationalization?… Post the First Comment

Former Beatle Paul McCartney will pay ex-wife Heather Mills $48.6 million as part of their divorce settlement. Mills told reporters, "It was an incredible result in the end to secure mine and my daughter's future and that of all the charities that I obviously plan on helping and making a difference with - because you know it has been my life for 20 years." What would you do with the post-divorce McCartney money? … Post the First Comment

Talk show titan Oprah Winfrey and her Harpo Studios are fending off two lawsuits. One claims a woman attending a taping of Oprah's show was injured during an audience stampede, while the other alleges that the idea for "Oprah's Big Give" came from a woman in Boston and she has not received compensation. If you could sue Winfrey for anything, what would it be?… Post the First Comment

The final installment of the Harry Potter series, "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows," will be released as two separate films. Do you think this split is a good decision?… Post the First Comment

In the face of an economic recession, video game sales appear to be holding strong. According to http://msnbc.com, the Department of Commerce reported last week that overall retail sales had dropped 0.6 percent since February, while video game hardware and software jumped to sales of $1.33 billion last month, a 34 percent increase over January sales. When it comes to cutting costs and saving money, what's one thing you would refuse to sacrifice for the sake of saving a few bucks?… Post the First Comment