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Thomas Hardy

Thomas Hardy Remembered assembles some 150 annotated interviews and recollections of Hardy, most of which are being reprinted for the first time. They range from close personal reflections by old friends such as Sir George Douglas, J.M. Barrie, and Edmund Gosse, to fleeting glimpses by strangers who saw Hardy at a London party or at his club. Martin Ray has selected items having the greatest literary or biographical significance, and annotated them with meticulous accuracy and a keen eye for the telling detail. As a result, the volume will be an invaluable resource to scholars who are interested not only in what concerned Hardy personally and professionally, but also in how he was perceived by others. Having these items collected in one volume reveals Hardys contemporaneous opinions about his own writings and also makes it possible to trace the marked recurrence, over time, of certain preoccupations: ancient families, Hardys hostility to reviewers, architecture, Roman relics, Wessex folklore and dialect, animal welfare, Napoleon, and hangings. With regard to his literary career, a portrait emerges of Hardy as the scrupulous professional, properly aware of his commercial rights, while at the same time appearing, to some who met him, unconscious of his own genius.

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And: Chris Cuomo Reports A Mans Past as a Teen Killer Surfaces

Plus: Your Dog Ate What?

20/20 and ABC stations across the country investigate the Better Business Bureau, whose A+ grade is considered the gold standard for businesses. So why did the BBB in Los Angeles give a group of white supremacists an A+ while the Boston chapter of the BBB gave the five star Ritz Carlton Boston an F with two complaints and millions of customers served? As Brian Ross reports, the BBB is under fire, accused of using bad ratings and the promise of improved ratings to sell memberships. 20/20 watches as business owners with C grades say they were told they could improve their rating by paying $425 for a membership in the BBB and then watch as the businesss score goes up to an A+ in one business day. Its a startling investigation that has some companies calling for the Better Business Bureau itself to be investigated. The exclusive report airs on 20/20, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 12 (10:00-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

And: Imagine finding out your prince charming has a dark secret past. Thats exactly what happened to one Florida woman who found out the hard way that the man she thought she knew had a wife and child in another state. But that wasnt even the breaking point it was only after she learned that he was convicted of murdering his adoptive parents and younger brother when he was just 15 years old and had been living under another name for years. Chris Cuomos report includes interviews with all of the key players in this unbelievable story of murder, love and deception.

Plus: In this dog eat dog world, it turns out dogs are eating just about everything else! From 27 baby pacifiers to rocks to glue to $800, Bill Ritter reports on some remarkable stories of dogs who have ingested pretty bizarre items and lived to bark about it. One couples dog even survived the ingestion of a cell phone charger wrapped in glue. He also talks to pet expert Dr. Ann Hohenhaus about this strange behavior.

20/20 is anchored by Elizabeth Vargas and Chris Cuomo. David Sloan is executive producer.

November 10, 2010

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Lori Darling David, Lori David Darling, a Texas mother of 37-year-old was arrested for sending n*d* photos of herself to classmate 16-year-old child. David has been charged with solicitation of a minor. David friend of the child in Facebook, and then began having intimate conversations with him via e-mail and text.

Mom and Huffington Post blogger Laurie David divorce must be thrilled.

According to CBS affiliate WKRG, David sent the child two obscene photos of herself on October 14. The researchers said that David was completely n*e* in both photos. David was arrested yesterday and taken to the Harris County Jail . She was released and 20 thousand bond.

It is unclear how the texts of David were brought to the attention of the police, and while I do not think any mother should be involved in a physical relationship with your childs friends in high school, I wonder what the arrest means for students caught S-EX-ting. The age of consent in Texas is 17, and as you can imagine, Im sure there are a lot of young couples with one game apiece on each side of the age limit. However, I think we all agree S-EX-ting at any age will do more harm than good.

Have you talked to your kids about inappropriate texts?

Singer Jack Johnson Arrested
November 12th, 2010 | by actress |

Close to one p.m. today eastern time, Jack Johnson was taken from his home in handcuffs. He is possibly going to be seen in court later this afternoon as charges are currently pending. His wife was also taken into police custody today.

Johnson has been in the public eye recently for his land development strategies gone wrong. Many of his cohorts who have no experience in land development were recently given contracts without going through the standard bidding process.

Search warrants were issued for Johnsons home and his offices. Plumbers were also called to check his plumbing to make sure that no evidence was flushed or stored in the pipes in his home.

Singer Jack Johnson Arrested

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Can you guess the number of Railway Stations in Pakistan (including abandoned ones)? If you cannot give us an exact number, choose a range. Actually, lets make it a little poll too see what our collective best guess is.

Do please think through your answer. The easy way may be to pour over google searches. But it just may be more fun to go through a logical process of reasoning what the right answer might be.

Of course, we will share the correct answer and our reason for asking this question soon.

The Atlanta Falcons continued their 2010 NFL season last night (Thursday, November 11th), with a very close and intense Week 10 game against the Baltimore Ravens. Just as Baltimore thought they had won the game, Roddy White scored a touchdown with just 20 seconds of the game remaining.

Thanks to Whites last-minute TD, the Falcons bounced back after blowing their lead in the fourth quarter and defeated the Ravens 26-21. Falcons coach Mike Smith spoke out after the game and said that it was probably the most intense game hes ever been involved with, npr.org reports.

Baltimore looked like they were on their way to a win, after Joe Flacco threw a 9-yard TD pass to tight end Todd Heap with just over 1 minute on the clock. However, this still left 65 seconds for quarterback Matt Ryan and wide receiver Roddy White to work their magic for the Atlanta Falcons.

White was originally down as questionable for last nights game, after injuring his right knee during Sundays win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. However, when he came out of the tunnel during the pre-game introductions, White had a big smile on his face and didnt appear bothered.

You can read the full game recap via npr.org. What did you think of Thursday nights Ravens vs. Falcons game?

Marie Osmond plastic surgery rumors following Oprah interview

Marie Osmond plastic surgery rumors are in full swing after her emotional interview with Oprah aired today.

Has Marie Osmond had plastic surgery?

At first look, Marie Osmond plastic surgery didnt occur to me I thought wow, she looks beautiful, but I was more focused on Marie Osmond talking about the death of her son and the emotional journey shes been through.

Marie Osmond does, however, look like maybe shes had a bit of plastic surgery with her uber plump lips making me wonder what other work shes had done.

Osmond has been in the entertainment business forever, and no doubt she feels the need to keep up a certain appearance to keep working.

In this 2009 article about Marie Osmond, a plastic surgeon notes that Marie has likely had a nose job, as well as a facelift, browlift and possibly Botox injections.

Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon and Rhinoplasty Specialist,Dr. Paul S. Nassif, noted that Marie Osmond appears to have had a browlift, as her brows are arched up quite a bit. A facelift is a good possibility as well, and facial fillers and Botox are very likely as there are not many lines present on her face.

Im no surgeon, but I wonder if shes had all that much done.

Based on her appearance on Oprah, Id say Marie Osmond has most likely had lip injections, but beyond that, Im not sure.

Then again, Marie Osmonds heavy makeup may be what has people talking about plastic surgery.

Do you think Marie Osmond has had work done? Or has she just aged extremely well? Shes really beautiful, after all these years!

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Shes beautiful regardless. Shes endured a horrible tragedy and comes out with a focus on God and love of her children. Great for her if she had a few nips and tuckswhatever. And that voice.I knew she could sing but that blew me away. I bought the album.

Sandy
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8:54 pm

Sandy, I agree she looks really great and has been through so much. I couldnt believe that song either total goosebumps.

WendyM
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Nov 11 10
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9:07 pm

I have nothing but the utmost respect for Marie Osmond.. Ive always looked up to her, but her lips look rediculous.. it really takes away from her natural beauty

confuzzledwife
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Nov 11 10
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9:08 pm

Nothing wrong with plastic surgery, but of course shes had her face and lips done. Look at pictures of her from a couple of years ago.

Kim
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9:10 pm

I had plastic surgery, no big deal and who cares if Marie did? Its got nothing to do with the mother she is, the woman she is, the love she gives, the life she lives, the music she sings or the message she was bringing to listeners and watchers today. I am inspired and hold her in great esteem and wish her the happiness her son Michael also wished for her.

Arls
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9:12 pm

She looked gorgeous but I could nit stop focusing on her upper lip! She definitely had lip injections and most likely other cosmetic surgery. I think she is beautiful but her lips to dot look natural and I do not know why women continue to have these injections when so many look so terrible!! My heart goes out to her as she continues to cope with hr sons suicide.

Jackieo
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Nov 11 10
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9:26 pm

Marie, Why?! You are so beautiful naturally. Why mess with your good looks and why did you had have that horrible lip thing done? You are a beauty without having anything done, so why did you? Im sorry, but your lips look ridiculous. It actually took away from the beautiful story about your son. Im disappointed in you. Sorry, I do love you, though.

conni holder
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9:35 pm

My goodness, I just couldnt watch it all on OprahIt looks like she got punched in the mouth. Her top lip is way bigger then her bottom lip. I dont understand this big lip craze with the stars. They are all beautiful, but remember the saying bigger isnt always better. And most men do like an O natural women still.

Pamela
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10:12 pm

I agree..Why? I couldnt concentrate on what Marie was saying b/c of her lips and lisp. Way to big and stiff!

Susan
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10:31 pm

Just got ti say, DOESNT matter! Reality says, life happens to fall on all of us, but how Were respond is a choice we make.

Arls
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Latin Grammys 2010 awards climax is at Thursday on November 11, 2010 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas. The 11th Annual Latin GRAMMYs also live at TV. Juanes after Latin Grammy 2010 awards still the champions at the moment among the winner by holds 17 Latin Grammy Awards, the man presented the Best Rap Song Collaboration with Taylor Swift.

The evening event of Latin Grammys 2010 awards also named the Puerto Rican and Haitian singer, Maxell for the first Grammy wins, the man who make a great comeback after an eight year hiatus. Maxell wins two in the Best R&B Male Vocal Performance and Best R&B Album, after appears in six nominated.

Here is the list of the 2010 Grammy Winners in the Latin Music Category.

Best Latin Pop Album-La Quinta Estacion, Sin Frenos

Best Latin Rock, Alternative or Urban Album- Calle 13, Los De Atras Vienen Conmigo

Best Tropical Latin Album- Luis Enrique, Ciclos

Best Regional Mexican Album- Vicente Fernandez, Necesito De Ti

Best Tejano Album-Los Texmaniacs, Borders Y Bailes

Best Norteno Album- Lost Tigres Del Norte, Tu Noche ConLos Tirgres Del Norte

Best Banda Album- Lupillo Rivera, Tu Esclavo Y Amo

Best Latin Jazz Album- Bebo Valdes and Chucho Valdes, Juntos Para Siempre