Russell Brand Quits Radio Gig Following Prank-Phone-Call Scandal of the Century
Brand has resigned from BBC Radio after being suspended for a series of controversial prank calls he made on air to actor Andrew Sachs.
Posted 10/28/08 in Vulture
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Parliament Takes Decisive Measures Against Russell Brand’s Prank Calls
The British government is drafting motions and everything!
Posted 10/02/08 in Vulture
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‘The Jewel of Medina’ Rushed to Early Release
The controversial book, which has already prompted one firebombing, will hit the stands on Monday in order to thwart more acts of terrorism.
Blind Rage Over ‘Blindness’
The blindness in 'Blindness' is a metaphor, but the National Federation of the Blind doesn't see it that wway.
Posted 10/01/08 in Vulture
Controversy
Salman Rushdie on Team ‘Medina’
Sherry Jones's publisher was firebombed over her new novel; Salman Rushdie has some idea how this must feel.
Posted 09/30/08 in Vulture
Controversy
Firebomb Attack Will Not Deter British Publisher
'The Jewel of Medina' isn't going over well with Islamic extremists.
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