NEW YORK, Dec. 26 (UPI) -- Matthew MacFadyen says he never saw the beloved 1995 miniseries "Pride & Prejudice," so he didn't fear playing the iconic Mr. Darcy in a new film.
POLIZZI GENEROSA, , Dec. 26 (UPI) -- Droopy-eyed character actor Vincent Schiavelli, who played Patrick Swayze's afterlife tutor in "Ghost," died in Sicily Monday. He was 57.
Eva Longoria denies officer abuse ... Glitter to face lewd charges in Vietnam ... Hamilton outfoxed for Oly broadcast slot? ... Underwood is Okie of the Year ... News from United Press International.
TULSA, Okla., Dec. 26 (UPI) -- "American Idol" winner and country music superstar Carrie Underwood has been named Oklahoma magazine's "Oklahoman of the Year."
NEW YORK, Dec. 26 (UPI) -- Olympic champion Scott Hamilton's new gig on Fox TV's "Skating with Celebrities" could cost him an Olympic broadcasting spot on NBC.
VUNG TAU, Vietnam, Dec. 26 (UPI) -- Former British glam rocker Gary Glitter will be charged in Vietnam with committing lewd acts against children instead of the more serious child rape.
LONDON, Dec. 25 (UPI) -- Winnie the Pooh is gearing up for a year-long birthday celebration as the "bear of very little brain" celebrates his 80th birthday.
Classic Christmas TV shows attract viewers ... Regis Philbin inks 'Live' contract ... Winnie the Pooh going strong at 80 ... New consoles mean fewer game sales ... News from United Press International.
NEW YORK, Dec. 25 (UPI) -- "Live with Regis & Kelly" star Regis Philbin has signed a four-year deal giving him an extra day off per week, it was reported Sunday.
BAGHDAD, Dec. 25 (UPI) -- The U.S. military will retain control of Iraqi prisons until officials are convinced the Iraqis can take adequate care of the detainees.
SANDRINGHAM, England, Dec. 25 (UPI) -- Prince Charles' new wife Sunday joined Britain's royal family for the traditional Christmas Day church service in Sandringham.
NEW YORK, Dec. 25 (UPI) -- The popularity of Microsoft's new Xbox 360 has been a mixed blessing for retailers and the $25 billion video game industry in general.
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 25 (UPI) -- Insiders say an announcement is imminent that Disney and Pixar have renewed their distribution pact, it was reported Sunday.
LONDON, Dec. 24 (UPI) -- Britain's Prince Charles has rejected the title Charles III when he becomes King and will instead become George VII in honor of his grandfather.
WASHINGTON, Dec. 24 (UPI) -- The dispute between the Washington Ballet and its dancers has escalated with the union seeking an injunction to halt the cancellation of any more shows.
Actress Argentina Brunetti dead at 98 ... AFI picks 2005's 'Most Significant'... New York rapper allegedly pulls gun ... Doherty details breakup with Kate Moss ... News from United Press International.
LONDON, Dec. 24 (UPI) -- Babyshambles guitarist Pete Doherty says his former fiancee, model Kate Moss, nearly blinded him when she threw her engagement ring at his face.
ROME, Dec. 24 (UPI) -- Actress Argentina Brunetti, who played the Italian immigrant Mrs. Martini in "It's a Wonderful Life," has died in Rome at at 98.
NEW YORK, Dec. 24 (UPI) -- Rap group Brand Nubian's Sadat X was arrested in New York's Harlem neighborhood for allegedly pulling a gun on three teenagers.
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 24 (UPI) -- The American Film Institute has named "March of Penguins," "War of the Worlds" and "Good Night, and Good Luck" 2005 "Moments of Significance."
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 24 (UPI) -- Super couple Marc Anthony and Jennifer Lopez are co-starring in the salsa biopic "El Cantante," it was reported Saturday.
NEW YORK, Dec. 23 (UPI) -- The Warner Music Group Friday said it was subpoenaed by New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer as part of his investigation into digital music pricing.
Surfers ride the waves at Fort Point by the south tower of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco on May 24, 2012. The bridge is set for its 75th anniversary celebration on May 27. UPI/Terry Schmitt
