Table for two
For Paul Rudd, the decision to star in Jay Roach’s new comedy, “Dinner for Schmucks,” was an easy one. “I thought the script was really funny,” he says. “That was it. It was kind of a no-brainer.” Of course Rudd, who’s built an impressive resume of smart comedies, was just as enamored of the man behind the camera.
3 Storylines to watch in Jets training camp
1. Will the Jets regret cutting Faneca?
2. Will Jenkins return to form up front?
3. Can this team keep its focus?
Arlington graves may be mixed up
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier has just gotten quite a bit of company: As many as 6,600 graves at the country’s hallowed Arlington National Cemetery for fallen U.S. service members may be mislabeled, one lawmaker said on Thursday.
Jobless claims fall, still high
New claims for unemployment benefits slipped last week, but stayed at a stubbornly high level that underscored the labor market recovery was having trouble gaining traction.
Jackson reports, passes test
If DeSean Jackson is unhappy with his contract, the receiver wasn’t showing it Thursday morning on the practice field.
WikiLeaks founder defends war posts
Julian Assange, founder of the website that published more than 91,000 secret U.S. military reports from Afghanistan, says he’s revealing injustices. President Barack Obama says he’s concerned that disclosure of sensitive information may harm military operations.
Iguodala expected to make Team USA
Here in Philadelphia, Andre Iguodala’s $80 million contract and wayward jumper has made him the poster boy for the recent apathy toward the Sixers.
It’s so hard to say goodbye
For many job-hopping careerists, smuggling a resignation letter in their bag like a guilty secret, there are few workplace rituals so hard as saying so long.
Short-term living in Jersey City
Subletting in NYC typically involves some kind of covert transaction. Try to find a budget traveler who hasn’t enjoyed the risk of Craigslist’s lease-free rentals. But thanks to a bill Gov. David Paterson signed into law last Friday, renting an apartment for less than 30 days isn’t kosher. Fortunately, there’s a saving grace for those in search of short-term living: Jersey City.
So long, Snuggies. Hello, Acushakti
Could nail mats like the Acushakti be the next Snuggies?
It’s possible, according to a top consumer survey.
Amaro not here to talk about the past
Cliff who?
Un-Happ-y ending for talented southpaw in South Philadelphia
J.A. Happ said all the right things, just as the crafty lefty always has.
3 Storylines to watch during Giants camp
1. How improved is the revamped defense?
2. Can Bulluck replace Antonio Pierce?
3. Can Fewell bring the fire?
And on the third day, Kolb rests
Rookie quarterback Mike Kafka took all the snaps at Thursday’s practice. No, Kevin Kolb isn’t hurt. It’s a long training camp and coach Andy Reid just wanted to rest his starter’s arm.
HOPE THERE, BUT IT'S SLIM
As the clock ticks down to baseball’s trading deadline, the Red Sox don’t appear close to making any splashy moves. Deals can, and often do, come together at the last minute, however, so fans will wait on tenterhooks.
PATRIOT TRAIN
School is in session at Gillette Stadium, where the Patriots kicked off their 2010 training camp Thursday.
Bruce Allen: Talk is Cheap. Not Talking? Priceless.
So Hideki Okajima had a horrible game and didn’t feel like talking about it to the media afterwards. The world then came to an end.
