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The ObserverLanguage This article is more than 4 years oldSo the Philistines were not that philistine after all...This article is more than 4 years oldSam LeithOnce a good insult is embedded in the language, historical truth seldom matters ‘Oh my gawd!” a none-too-bright old schoolmate was fond of exclaiming if you said, for instance, that you didn’t like Merchant Ivory films. “You are SUCH a palestine!” He meant “philistine”, of course, and we all sniggered at him.

Books blogBooksWhatever happened to What-a-mess?Frank Muir's delightful books about the small, imperfectly formed Afghan hound seem to have disappeared. We really should set about finding them.Creative chaos ... What-a-mess Frank Muir, the popular comedian and radio presenter who died in 1998, kept Afghan hounds as well as cats. From these tall, elegant, recherché creatures, he drew the inspiration for a character who delighted me when I was just old enough to read alone - the Afghan puppy Prince Amir of Kinjan.

Adam Sandler first caught Hollywood’s attention as part of the ensemble on Saturday Night Live. Rising to superstar status through his many box office blockbusters, Sandler is apparently still down to earth despite his fame. Landing a part in the 2008 film You Don’t Mess with the Zohan, this former child star insists that Sandler’s “unique character warrants testimony.” Barry Livingston played ‘Gray Kleibolt’ in Adam Sandler’s 2008 film  In his 2011 book, The Importance of Being Ernie: From My Three Sons to Mad Men, a Hollywood Survivor Tells All, Barry Livingston shared his many acting experiences after rising to fame as Ernie Douglas on My Three Sons from 1963 to 1972.

Denise Richards thinks she's outsmarting us, but in reality -- get it -- she's not even smarter than a first grader. Denise walked the streets of Malibu yesterday, unwilling to talk about that whole Richie Sambora DUI thing or the Charlie Sheen news you've read about lately. She's got nothing on her mind -- a statement that has never been truer! Shareon Facebook Shareon X Denise Richards Photo Galleries ncG1vNJzZmivp6x7tbnZZ5qopV9nfXGEjmlraGhhZLGmusisnGaqmZi1or7DrGSrnZGhtrXFjJujqK%2BjZA%3D%3D

Redeem now Joey King says that she's "happy" Gypsy Rose Blanchard was released from prison. King played Blanchard in the 2019 Hulu series "The Act."Blanchard said that she still hasn't seen "The Act," and that it negatively affected her life in prison. Joey King says that she's "happy" for Gypsy Rose Blanchard-Anderson (née Blanchard) after her release from prison. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now.

By Naomi Berners Sir Bruce Forsyth has seemingly dodged a hefty inheritance tax bill by leaving it to his wife rather than any of his six children. The former Strictly Come Dancing host reportedly left his entire £11.7million sum to his third wife, Lady Wilnelia Merced. By doing this, the TV presenter ensured that he wouldn't lose millions to the taxman in inheritance tax, which must be paid out when a lump sum is left to children.

Christy Romano is a married woman! The actress – best known for her childhood role as Ren Stevens on Disney Channel’s Even Stevens – wed longtime love Brendan Rooney in Alberta, Canada, on Tuesday, the couple confirms to PEOPLE exclusively. The pair, who currently live in Los Angeles, exchanged vows at the Fairmont Banff Springs in front of 50 guests. “I went there when I was performing The Sound of Music in Calgary with Marie Osmond,” says Romano.

NFLThe Eagles are one of two 5-0 teams in the NFL for many different reasons. One of the biggest is D’Andre Swift, a Philly native who has refurbished his reputation as a workhorse Pretty much any NFL running back would gain chunks of yardage with help from the Philadelphia Eagles offensive line, the best in the business (no matter what Miami and San Francisco fans say). Still, Eagles general manager Howie Roseman keeps seeking better men to lug that ol’ pigskin.

Olivia Dunne, the NIL fame recently made a captivating appearance on the Full Send podcast. Throughout the episode, Dunne delved into various engaging topics. However, it was her sincere discussion about relationship no-nos that truly resonated with the audience. When asked about her preferences for a potential partner the TikTok star revealed red flags that would make her leave the date. She made it massively clear that a lack of respect towards one’s mother would be an absolute deal-breaker for her.