Premiere of "The World Is Not Enough"

LAP99110817 - 08 NOVEMBER 1999 - LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, USA: Actress Serena Scott Thomas poses for the cameras at the world premiere of "The World Is Not Enough" at Mann's Village Theatre in Westwood. "The World Is Not Enough" marks the 19th installment of the James Bond franchise, the longest-running and most successful film franchise in cinema history. ss/Sinartus Sosrodjojo UPI

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Book signed for 'real' 007 up for sale

CALABASAS, Calif., Nov. 21 (UPI) -- A first-edition British copy of "You Only Live Twice," inscribed by author Ian Fleming to the "real James Bond," is going up for auction.

Craig happy 'Quantum' followed up 'Royale'

NEW YORK, Nov. 17 (UPI) -- British actor Daniel Craig says he is pleased "Quantum of Solace" was made as a sequel to "Casino Royale" because he felt there was still more story to tell.

Daniel Craig marvels at Bond box office

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Communists criticize Bond girl Kurylenko

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