|
|
| |
Ready, get Net, go
The Internet has emerged as the new weapon for newspapers in their war against television news networks. More than a fortnight after Bill Clinton's alleged affair with an ex-White House intern became public, coverage of the scandal has thrown up a significant new development in the media world. Now, airing breaking news is no longer the exclusive privilege of television networks. Thanks to the Internet, newspapers, magazines, and even individuals on the Internet can come up with news breaks.
 |
|
Prettier, healthier, cleaner
Calvin Klein, the designer who popularised the "heroin chic" look with gaunt, skinny and sullen models, has unveiled a new marketing campaign filled with cheerful 20-somethings frolicking together in the great outdoors. His new magazine adverts and posters will feature models having fun together, instead of staring disconsolately.
|
 |
Guess who was there
Entertainers Elton John and Barbra Streisand joined business executives, lawmakers and other US celebrities at the White House on Thursday to fete British Prime Minister Tony Blair. Some 230 guests turned up for the lavish dinner that featured a main course of grilled salmon filet served with a selection of American wines.
|
The feel good factor
The feel good factor flowed back into Anglo-US ties at a White House dinner lavished on British Prime Minister Tony Blair by his friend and political soulmate US President Bill Clinton. "Our alliance is strong, our personal friendship is strong," Clinton said, during a pre-dinner toast on Thursday studded with humour.
|
|
|
|
