Artist: Viki
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Other
Discography:
Prologue
Year: 2004
Tracks: 6
Saturday, 31 May 2008
Paul McCartney to team up with Dave Grohl at Liverpool gig
Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl is to join Paul McCartney onstage at the former Beatle's Liverpool gig this weekend (June 1).
The two frontmen will team up at Anfield Stadium gig on Sunday, held as part of the celebrations for Liverpool's European Capital Of Culture accolade.
It is not yet known which song the two will collaborate on.
Foo Fighters perform at City Of Manchester Stadium the following night (June 2), supported by Manic Street Preachers and The Futureheads.
Grohl's band then hit London's Wembley Stadium for two gigs on June 6 and 7.
Supergrass will support both nights, joined by Against Me! on June 6 and The Futureheads the following night.
To check the availability of Foo Fighters tickets and get all the latest listings, go to NME.COM/GIGS now, or call 0871 230 1094.
The two frontmen will team up at Anfield Stadium gig on Sunday, held as part of the celebrations for Liverpool's European Capital Of Culture accolade.
It is not yet known which song the two will collaborate on.
Foo Fighters perform at City Of Manchester Stadium the following night (June 2), supported by Manic Street Preachers and The Futureheads.
Grohl's band then hit London's Wembley Stadium for two gigs on June 6 and 7.
Supergrass will support both nights, joined by Against Me! on June 6 and The Futureheads the following night.
To check the availability of Foo Fighters tickets and get all the latest listings, go to NME.COM/GIGS now, or call 0871 230 1094.
Jessica Biel cast in new indie movie
Jessica Biel has been cast as the lead in the indie romantic comedy 'Easy Virtue'.
Based on the Noel Coward play, the film tells the story of an American divorcee (Biel) who heads to the South of France. Once there she jumps into a whirlwind romance and wedding with an English guy (Ben Barnes, the handsome devil who is soon to be seen in the next Narnia film).
Then the newly weds travel to the UK to face the music with his disapproving parents (Colin Firth and Kristin Scott Thomas).
Alfred Hitchcock did the first film adaptation of Coward's 1924 play for a 1928 silent movie and this time around 'The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert' director Stephan Elliott will be at the helm.
Last year was a great one for the former '7th Heaven' star following on from her performance in The Illusionist alongside Ed Norton and 2008 already looks set to top it.
She recently finished filming 'Powder Blue' with Forest Whitaker and 'A Woman of No Importance' with Annette Bening.
She's currently preparing to star in the thriller 'Die a Little', based on Megan Abbott's acclaimed 2006 novel. She recently produced as well as starred in the short film 'Hole in the Paper Sky', which will be released later this year and is preparing to hone her production skills even further in 'Die A Little'.
Based on the Noel Coward play, the film tells the story of an American divorcee (Biel) who heads to the South of France. Once there she jumps into a whirlwind romance and wedding with an English guy (Ben Barnes, the handsome devil who is soon to be seen in the next Narnia film).
Then the newly weds travel to the UK to face the music with his disapproving parents (Colin Firth and Kristin Scott Thomas).
Alfred Hitchcock did the first film adaptation of Coward's 1924 play for a 1928 silent movie and this time around 'The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert' director Stephan Elliott will be at the helm.
Last year was a great one for the former '7th Heaven' star following on from her performance in The Illusionist alongside Ed Norton and 2008 already looks set to top it.
She recently finished filming 'Powder Blue' with Forest Whitaker and 'A Woman of No Importance' with Annette Bening.
She's currently preparing to star in the thriller 'Die a Little', based on Megan Abbott's acclaimed 2006 novel. She recently produced as well as starred in the short film 'Hole in the Paper Sky', which will be released later this year and is preparing to hone her production skills even further in 'Die A Little'.
Ameristar Vicksburg's Casino Expansion and Parking Garage Opens to Public for Memorial Day Weekend
- New 1,000-space parking garage features VIP parking, valet parking and
direct access to the casino
- Market's largest live poker room opens
- Casino expansion adds more slots and table games
VICKSBURG, Miss., May 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Convenient covered
parking ushering guests directly to the casino floor, more than 500 gaming
positions and the market's largest live poker room will open to guests at
Ameristar Casino Vicksburg on Friday, May 23 at 6 p.m. The much-anticipated
opening of the $100 million construction project will arrive just in time
for the Memorial Day Weekend.
"We are very excited that Ameristar Vicksburg's major expansion project
is opening," said John Boushy, Ameristar Chief Executive Officer and
President. "Our property now offers even more expanded entertainment
experiences for our guests and enhances our already commanding position in
Vicksburg."
With the new garage and the comfortable, contemporary casino expansion
now complete, additional amenities will open in July, including a new,
upscale Star Club lounge and two themed restaurants, Pearl's Oyster Bar,
featuring fresh seafood and Cajun cuisine, and DeliLUX, serving quick,
cook-to-order sandwiches and dinners. Later in 2008, the construction
project will culminate with the addition of retail space and a new
Starbucks coffeehouse.
This expansion is the latest in a series of renovations and
enhancements that have taken place over the past 14 years since Ameristar
Casino Vicksburg opened. Since its inception, Ameristar Vicksburg has been
a market leader, capturing the number one market share position in 2001 --
a position it continues to hold today.
"We are proud of the substantial investment we've made in our
community," said Adrian Caldwell, Ameristar Vicksburg General Manager. "And
we know that each dollar we spend enriches the experience for our guests by
providing more reasons for them to visit with us here in Vicksburg.
Ameristar offers unparalleled gaming opportunities, the best amenities and
service in the market and prides itself on being a good neighbor within the
community."
To celebrate the opening of the garage and casino expansion, a Corvette
Showcase and Crawfish Boil is scheduled for Saturday, June 7 from 11 a.m.
to 3 p.m. In partnership with the Mississippi Corvette Club, the
Mississippi Gulf Coast Corvette Club and the North Mississippi Corvette
Club, Ameristar will showcase a variety of new and classic Corvettes; this
event is free to the public. The Crawfish Boil will feature live
entertainment with the Patrick Smith Band and the cost is $15 per person
(must be 21 years or older to attend).
Forward-Looking Information
This release contains certain forward-looking information that
generally can be identified by the context of the statement or the use of
forward-looking terminology, such as "believes," "estimates,"
"anticipates," "intends," "expects," "plans," "is confident that," "should"
or words of similar meaning, with reference to Ameristar or our management.
Similarly, statements that describe our future plans, objectives,
strategies, financial results or position, operational expectations or
goals are forward-looking statements. It is possible that our expectations
may not be met due to various factors, many of which are beyond our
control, and we therefore cannot give any assurance that such expectations
will prove to be correct. For a discussion of relevant factors, risks and
uncertainties that could materially affect our future results, attention is
directed to "Item 1A. Risk Factors" and "Item 7. Management's Discussion
and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in our
Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007 and "Item
1A. Risk Factors" in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter
ended March 31, 2008.
About Ameristar Vicksburg
Ameristar Casino Hotel Vicksburg is a wholly owned subsidiary of
Ameristar Casinos, Inc, and is the long-time market share leader in the
city of Vicksburg. The casino extends over 65,000 square feet and provides
non-stop gaming excitement with the latest slot machine technology. Adding
to the property's total entertainment offerings are The Bottleneck Blues
Bar, with great live entertainment in a Delta-style blues club environment;
the Star Awards VIP players lounge; and high definition plasma screens for
special event viewing. The property also offers a 149-room deluxe hotel and
a variety of dining choices, including Bourbon's Restaurant and the
Heritage Buffet.
About Ameristar
Ameristar Casinos, Inc. (Nasdaq: ASCA) is a leading Las Vegas-based
gaming and entertainment company known for its premier properties
characterized by innovative architecture, state-of-the-art casino floors
and superior dining, lodging and entertainment offerings. Ameristar's focus
on the total entertainment experience and the highest quality guest service
has earned it a leading market share position in each of the markets in
which it operates. Founded in 1954 in Jackpot, Nevada, Ameristar has been a
public company since November 1993. The Company has a portfolio of eight
casinos in seven markets: Ameristar St. Charles (greater St. Louis);
Ameristar Kansas City; Ameristar Council Bluffs (Omaha, Nebraska and
southwestern Iowa); Ameristar Vicksburg (Jackson, Mississippi and Monroe,
Louisiana); Ameristar Black Hawk (Denver metropolitan area); Cactus Petes
and The Horseshu in Jackpot, Nevada (Idaho and the Pacific Northwest); and
Resorts East Chicago (Chicagoland area), which was acquired Sept. 18, 2007.
Visit Ameristar Casinos' web site at http://www.ameristar.com (which
shall not
be deemed to be incorporated in or a part of this news release)
See Also
direct access to the casino
- Market's largest live poker room opens
- Casino expansion adds more slots and table games
VICKSBURG, Miss., May 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Convenient covered
parking ushering guests directly to the casino floor, more than 500 gaming
positions and the market's largest live poker room will open to guests at
Ameristar Casino Vicksburg on Friday, May 23 at 6 p.m. The much-anticipated
opening of the $100 million construction project will arrive just in time
for the Memorial Day Weekend.
"We are very excited that Ameristar Vicksburg's major expansion project
is opening," said John Boushy, Ameristar Chief Executive Officer and
President. "Our property now offers even more expanded entertainment
experiences for our guests and enhances our already commanding position in
Vicksburg."
With the new garage and the comfortable, contemporary casino expansion
now complete, additional amenities will open in July, including a new,
upscale Star Club lounge and two themed restaurants, Pearl's Oyster Bar,
featuring fresh seafood and Cajun cuisine, and DeliLUX, serving quick,
cook-to-order sandwiches and dinners. Later in 2008, the construction
project will culminate with the addition of retail space and a new
Starbucks coffeehouse.
This expansion is the latest in a series of renovations and
enhancements that have taken place over the past 14 years since Ameristar
Casino Vicksburg opened. Since its inception, Ameristar Vicksburg has been
a market leader, capturing the number one market share position in 2001 --
a position it continues to hold today.
"We are proud of the substantial investment we've made in our
community," said Adrian Caldwell, Ameristar Vicksburg General Manager. "And
we know that each dollar we spend enriches the experience for our guests by
providing more reasons for them to visit with us here in Vicksburg.
Ameristar offers unparalleled gaming opportunities, the best amenities and
service in the market and prides itself on being a good neighbor within the
community."
To celebrate the opening of the garage and casino expansion, a Corvette
Showcase and Crawfish Boil is scheduled for Saturday, June 7 from 11 a.m.
to 3 p.m. In partnership with the Mississippi Corvette Club, the
Mississippi Gulf Coast Corvette Club and the North Mississippi Corvette
Club, Ameristar will showcase a variety of new and classic Corvettes; this
event is free to the public. The Crawfish Boil will feature live
entertainment with the Patrick Smith Band and the cost is $15 per person
(must be 21 years or older to attend).
Forward-Looking Information
This release contains certain forward-looking information that
generally can be identified by the context of the statement or the use of
forward-looking terminology, such as "believes," "estimates,"
"anticipates," "intends," "expects," "plans," "is confident that," "should"
or words of similar meaning, with reference to Ameristar or our management.
Similarly, statements that describe our future plans, objectives,
strategies, financial results or position, operational expectations or
goals are forward-looking statements. It is possible that our expectations
may not be met due to various factors, many of which are beyond our
control, and we therefore cannot give any assurance that such expectations
will prove to be correct. For a discussion of relevant factors, risks and
uncertainties that could materially affect our future results, attention is
directed to "Item 1A. Risk Factors" and "Item 7. Management's Discussion
and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in our
Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007 and "Item
1A. Risk Factors" in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter
ended March 31, 2008.
About Ameristar Vicksburg
Ameristar Casino Hotel Vicksburg is a wholly owned subsidiary of
Ameristar Casinos, Inc, and is the long-time market share leader in the
city of Vicksburg. The casino extends over 65,000 square feet and provides
non-stop gaming excitement with the latest slot machine technology. Adding
to the property's total entertainment offerings are The Bottleneck Blues
Bar, with great live entertainment in a Delta-style blues club environment;
the Star Awards VIP players lounge; and high definition plasma screens for
special event viewing. The property also offers a 149-room deluxe hotel and
a variety of dining choices, including Bourbon's Restaurant and the
Heritage Buffet.
About Ameristar
Ameristar Casinos, Inc. (Nasdaq: ASCA) is a leading Las Vegas-based
gaming and entertainment company known for its premier properties
characterized by innovative architecture, state-of-the-art casino floors
and superior dining, lodging and entertainment offerings. Ameristar's focus
on the total entertainment experience and the highest quality guest service
has earned it a leading market share position in each of the markets in
which it operates. Founded in 1954 in Jackpot, Nevada, Ameristar has been a
public company since November 1993. The Company has a portfolio of eight
casinos in seven markets: Ameristar St. Charles (greater St. Louis);
Ameristar Kansas City; Ameristar Council Bluffs (Omaha, Nebraska and
southwestern Iowa); Ameristar Vicksburg (Jackson, Mississippi and Monroe,
Louisiana); Ameristar Black Hawk (Denver metropolitan area); Cactus Petes
and The Horseshu in Jackpot, Nevada (Idaho and the Pacific Northwest); and
Resorts East Chicago (Chicagoland area), which was acquired Sept. 18, 2007.
Visit Ameristar Casinos' web site at http://www.ameristar.com (which
shall not
be deemed to be incorporated in or a part of this news release)
See Also
Sopranos star for Marvin Gaye film
'The Sopranos' star James Gandolfini has been cast opposite 'Law & Order' star Jesse L Martin in a new film about the last years of soul legend Marvin Gaye.
Variety reports that 'Sexual Healing' will chronicle Gaye's (Martin) self-imposed exile in Belgium and his return to the big time with the help of promoter Freddy Cousaert (Gandolfini).
The Lauren Goodman-directed film will be produced by Gandolfini's company, Attaboy Films, and the actor will work as producer on the project.
Filming of 'Sexual Healing' is due to begin on 15 April, with locations in Ostend, Massachusetts and Los Angeles.
Variety reports that 'Sexual Healing' will chronicle Gaye's (Martin) self-imposed exile in Belgium and his return to the big time with the help of promoter Freddy Cousaert (Gandolfini).
The Lauren Goodman-directed film will be produced by Gandolfini's company, Attaboy Films, and the actor will work as producer on the project.
Filming of 'Sexual Healing' is due to begin on 15 April, with locations in Ostend, Massachusetts and Los Angeles.
Witness Says R. Kelly Is Man In Sex Tape
The former best friend of the 13-year-old girl who allegedly features in the explicit video at the centre of the R. KELLY child pornography trial has named the star as the man who appears in the footage.
Simha Jamison, now 24, testified on the second full day of the singer's trial in Chicago, Illinois on Wednesday (21May08) stating she believed her friend Roshona Landfair, now 23, to be the underage girl in the video.
And when asked who she believed the man in the video tape to be, she replied, "Her Godfather, R. Kelly".
Jamison told the court she met the Grammy-winner through Landfair, who introduced the star as her "Godfather".
Jamison went on to tell the court she recognised the girl in the video as her former friend from her face and a "mullet" haircut the two girls had both sported at the time.
The witness told Cook County prosecutor Shauna Boliker she had previously seen the tape in question in February 2002.
The girl in the video, thought to be either 13 or 14 years old at the time, has maintained that she isn't the female in the footage, and Kelly's attorneys backed up her claims.
On Tuesday (20May08), Kelly's lawyers insisted the man in the video bears key physical differences from the star.
Kelly stands accused of videotaping himself having sex with a 13-year-old girl, and could face up to 15 years in prison if found guilty.
The trial continues.
Simha Jamison, now 24, testified on the second full day of the singer's trial in Chicago, Illinois on Wednesday (21May08) stating she believed her friend Roshona Landfair, now 23, to be the underage girl in the video.
And when asked who she believed the man in the video tape to be, she replied, "Her Godfather, R. Kelly".
Jamison told the court she met the Grammy-winner through Landfair, who introduced the star as her "Godfather".
Jamison went on to tell the court she recognised the girl in the video as her former friend from her face and a "mullet" haircut the two girls had both sported at the time.
The witness told Cook County prosecutor Shauna Boliker she had previously seen the tape in question in February 2002.
The girl in the video, thought to be either 13 or 14 years old at the time, has maintained that she isn't the female in the footage, and Kelly's attorneys backed up her claims.
On Tuesday (20May08), Kelly's lawyers insisted the man in the video bears key physical differences from the star.
Kelly stands accused of videotaping himself having sex with a 13-year-old girl, and could face up to 15 years in prison if found guilty.
The trial continues.
Spears undergoing psychiatric evaluation
Britney Spears is on a psychiatric hold in a Los Angeles hospital as she undergoes evaluation.
The 26-year-old was taken from her home to hospital yesterday by ambulance.
Speaking to People magazine, Spears' representative, Sam Lutfi, said that Spears was undergoing evaluation on the orders of her psychiatrist.
"She went willingly," Lufti told the magazine. "It was like something in her heart was telling her she should go. She knew something was wrong."
UCLA Medical Center declined to confirm if Spears was a patient, citing confidentiality.
Spears' parents and Lufti were pictured leaving the hospital on Thursday. When asked if her daughter was "OK" by reporters, the singer's mother Lynne said: "Yes."
Friends and family have said they believe that the 26-year-old is suffering from bipolar disorder or other psychiatric problems.
An unnamed source told Us Weekly that Spears had not slept since Saturday.
The source said that the "intervention" by Spears' family and psychiatrist had been planned for a number of days.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness in the US has pleaded for Spears' privacy during her treatment.
The 26-year-old was taken from her home to hospital yesterday by ambulance.
Speaking to People magazine, Spears' representative, Sam Lutfi, said that Spears was undergoing evaluation on the orders of her psychiatrist.
"She went willingly," Lufti told the magazine. "It was like something in her heart was telling her she should go. She knew something was wrong."
UCLA Medical Center declined to confirm if Spears was a patient, citing confidentiality.
Spears' parents and Lufti were pictured leaving the hospital on Thursday. When asked if her daughter was "OK" by reporters, the singer's mother Lynne said: "Yes."
Friends and family have said they believe that the 26-year-old is suffering from bipolar disorder or other psychiatric problems.
An unnamed source told Us Weekly that Spears had not slept since Saturday.
The source said that the "intervention" by Spears' family and psychiatrist had been planned for a number of days.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness in the US has pleaded for Spears' privacy during her treatment.
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