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Saban's German TV networks eked out a $57 million profit in 2002 amid a stagnant global ad market. But revenue has recovered somewhat in recent months, and Saban sees great potential in Kirch's licensing business, which was untended during the bankruptcy proceedings. The film library "has tremendous value," says a top Saban aide. If the next global kids' hit is hidden there, you can bet Saban will spot it. --With reporting by William Boston/Berlin
Like most Japanese, I grew up around sake. The clear rice liquor--a fermented product somewhat similar to wine--infuses many important holidays and traditions here, not to mention poetry and cuisine. My father, an American who has lived in Japan for four decades, drinks it hot every night with dinner. My hometown, Kobe, produces nearly a third of the industry's yield. My mother's side of the family is even in the sake business. Still, until recently, I never cared much for the stuff. Its strong smell, fiery aftertaste and old-fashioned image seemed about as alluring...
...literary conventions do constrict the writing on occasion, beginning with the rigid stereotypes of each character. The audience feels somewhat beaten over the head with repetitions of “you’re so dull” and “you’re so crazy” between two opposing characters in a formulaic character foil. The sullen girl’s continuous moping and the irrepressible cheeriness of her friend become overwhelming about ten minutes into the production...
...week the air had cleared somewhat; pilots said that TSA officials were listening to their complaints and promising to make some revisions. This group of pilots were "guinea pigs," said TSA spokesman Robert Johnson. "We'll see what changes need to be made." But how many more pilots will be going through the voluntary program remains undecided. This session cost $500,000, and it's unclear if there's money for any further training this fiscal year - TSA has requested $25 million for the program in 2004. It's also unclear how many flyers will sign up. Future sessions will...
...Dellenbaugh brought teams from both the New England and the Mid-Atlantic regions, so Harvard’s seventh place finish is somewhat deceptive. Compared against teams from the New England region, the Crimson finished in third, behind Brown and Tufts, and one slot ahead of Dartmouth...