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    Relief for consumers: prices falling  Aug 11, 2008
    Last week, for example, King Arthur Flour reduced the prices on four grades of its product by 15 percent ... Nevertheless, King Arthur Flour went ahead with a price decrease. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)

     Live tonight: Building Camelot  Aug 10, 2008
    Young Arthur (Kellen Freeman) pulls the sword Excalibar out of the stone during King Arthur and the Lords of Avalon, an original play written by Michael Gonzalez of North Bend. -World Photo by Lou Sennick. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)

    He's not the lead and he loves it!  Aug 10, 2008
    Touring in "Monty Python's Spamalot," coming to Philadelphia's Academy of Music for two weeks starting Thursday, Bradley says he is thrilled to be playing the part of Patsy, the abused sidekick to King Arthur and the character who follows the king around using coconut shells to make the sound of horse hooves. "Patsy is a dream role for me," Bradley says. (The Delaware County Times, PA)

    Friday happenings  Aug 8, 2008
    The On Broadway Thespians will present King Arthur and the Lords of Avalon at 7 p.m. in the Area 51 site in Pony Village Mall. A semiformal gala fundraiser will preceed the show at 6 p.m. A 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday matinee is planned. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)

    New DVDs: 'Star Trek,' 'Code Monkeys' and more  Aug 6, 2008
    With Merlin's mentoring (he changes Wart into a variety of animals) and Archimedes' advice, Wart will become King Arthur. The animation here is a departure from the rich, saturated and dreamy look of "Pinocchio" and other films from the studio's golden age, and it's the second Disney animated film to use the technique developed for "101 Dalmatians," employing Xerox technology to transfer drawings to cels. (Scripps Howard News Wire)

    Port hero Michael Wilson retires  Aug 5, 2008
    " Officially retiring after one final knee injury, Wilson admitted to identifying with Monty Python's Black Knight, who protested "just a flesh wound" even after King Arthur had relieved him of all his limbs. "Three or four weeks ago at training I stepped out to the side and heard a squelch, crack and a pop," Wilson said. "In the past, it felt like a bit of the Monty Python 'it's just a flesh wound', kind of thing and I thought I'd get through it no worries, but Barnesy (club doctor Peter... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)

    Rihanna's mid-riff is the sexiest!  Aug 3, 2008
    Second on the list was Keira Knightley, who is famous for wearing midriff-flashing costumes, and who has bared her taut abs in movies including Bend It Like Beckham and King Arthur. Dame Helen Mirren, who recently wowed onlookers with her trim physique when she donned a bikini while on holiday in the Italian Riviera, came third in the poll. (India Times, India)

    Helen Mirren's sexy stomach  Aug 2, 2008
    Survey: Helen Mirren has one of the sexiest celeb stomachs. Survey: Helen Mirren has one of the sexiest celeb stomachs. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)

    Mirren with sexiest stomach?  Aug 2, 2008
    The 'Pirates of the Caribbean' star is famous for wearing midriff-flashing costumes, and has bared her taut abs in movies including 'Bend It Like Beckham' and 'King Arthur. Keira's 'The Edge of Love' co-star Sienna Miller who showed off her enviable toned figure in a skimpy bikini while on holiday recently secured fourth place on the list. (iAfrica.com)

     Stormy knights  Aug 2, 2008
    Legendary denizens of the Round Table confront their dark sides in On Broadways locally written King Arthur at Pony Village. Morgan Le Fay (Jennifer Smith) tries to trick young Arthur (Kellen Freeman) in the On Broadway Thespians production of King Arthur and the Lords of Avalon, written by Gonzalez. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)

    Police Reports  Jul 31, 2008
    9:10 a.m. Unknown subject(s) removed victim s front license plate without permission at 8000 at King Arthur Road. 9:17 a.m. Unknown subject entered victim s attached garage and removed items at 11000 block of Spring Lake Road. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)

    Keira Knightley Says No to Cleavage  Jul 30, 2008
    According to sources, Knightley's breasts were enlarged in the publicity photos for "King Arthur", a movie she made in 2004, giving the A cup actress a C cup. This time, however, Knightley isn't going to allow it. (Suite101.com)

    Report: Keira Knightley Refuses Breast Enhancement in Publicity Photos  Jul 30, 2008
    The actress, best known for role in the "Pirates of the Caribbean" films, had her breasts digitally enlarged to a C-cup in the U.S. publicity photos for her 2004 film "King Arthur.". In 2007, the actress told Britain's GMTV that "I would love to have t--s! I would love to have Monica Bellucci's figure. But I'm never going to get it. I'm naturally who I am. Surgery is far too frightening. I couldn't.". (Fox News)

    Keira Knightly Flat Declines Airbrushed Bust  Jul 30, 2008
    In promotions for "King Arthur" in 2004, the actress' A-cup was morphed into a C-cup on posters. At the time Knightly admitted, "those things weren't really mine," though she still went along with the publicity campaign. (ABC News)

    Women's Fall Fashion Trends 2008  Jul 29, 2008
    Think King Arthur and the Lady of Shalott, with hooded floor-length capes and dresses adorned with heradic emblems. Fashion accessories also receive a medieval makeover, with chainmail purses and jewelry. (Suite101.com)

    Knightley doesn't want enhancement  Jul 29, 2008
    " Keira's decision comes after her breasts were enlarged for posters and in publicity stills for her 2004 movie 'King Arthur'. She said at the time: "Those things certainly weren't mine. I was like, 'OK, fine. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)

    Ryan deserves a chance  Jul 28, 2008
    Just give this pathetic attempt to appease King Arthur up. He made his comfy bed, let him lie in it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    The boys from Oz  Jul 26, 2008
    Joel is well-known as an actor, after his part in TV's The Secret Life Of Us propelled him to supporting roles in high-profile films including Ned Kelly, King Arthur and the second and third Star Wars prequels. Nash also started out as an actor but made his name as a stuntman (he appeared in the same Star Wars films as Joel, albeit as the stunt double for Ewan McGregor's Obi-Wan Kenobi) before showing promise as the director of various short films and music videos. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)

    What's ahead  Jul 25, 2008
    The On Broadway Thespians have taken over the space at the former Area 51 site, across from Sears, to present King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table ... Young King Arthur seeks to unite the divided lands of Britain in hopes of forming Camelot, a country that serves and protects its people with equality at the heart ... King Arthur opens Friday, Aug. 1, and runs ensuing weekends through Aug. 17. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)

    Sonic dueling Black Knight on Wii  Jul 22, 2008
    Sonic and King Arthur mix about as much as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Home Alone. Posted Jul 21, 2008 6:51 pm PT to rate this comment / (+5) kimarous Posted Jul 21, 2008 6:51 pm PT (does not meet display criteria. (GameSpot)

    Falcons prepare for camp  Jul 21, 2008
    Until King Arthur stops trying to field a feel-good storybook team of charity-cases, will this finally be a real NFL franchise, not a quasi-charitable organization which also happens to fill out the real teams schedule. I don t ever wonder why this team is terrible Bad decisions abound. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    In brief: Will Ferrell plays mind games in 2-Face  Jul 17, 2008
    The ever-busy John Woo is to direct Caliber, an adaptation of the hit comic which sets King Arthur and his knights as 19th century gunslingers in the Pacific Northwest. In the meantime, Woo is editing part two of his epic Red Cliff, which will be released in Asia in January, with the international version following hot on its heels. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)

    Rare Suffolk Punch foal born at Littleton farm  Jul 16, 2008
    The new foal, named Molly is the daughter of stallion Cornish King Arthur, from the farm of John Hammond in Cornish, New Hampshire, and mare Gilmerton Margaret Maggie , of Littleton. John Hammond is the current President of the American Suffolk Horse Association. (Littleton Independent, MA)

    Carroll Kitchens: Recipes, freezing make most out of blueberries  Jul 16, 2008
    The Blueberry Clafouti recipe is from my King Arthur Flour Baker's Companion cookbook. This week's smoothie recipe is from Sharon Honeycutt of Eldersburg. (Carroll County Times, MD)

    You Are Dead to Me  Jul 15, 2008
    In Monty Python and the Holy Grail, King Arthur and his knights face a test at the Bridge of Death. Each must answer three questions from the bridge keeper. (Slate)

    IN MY LIBRARY: STEPHEN COLLINS  Jul 13, 2008
    "When I was living here, I'd always carry a book," says Collins, who's come back to play King Arthur in Broadway's "Spamalot.". "In the subway, in a cab, you can read a lot," he tells The Post's Barbara Hoffman. (New York Post -- Opinions)

    Sarah Butler Carthel Selected for LSC 2008 Hall of Honor  Jul 8, 2008
    "I remember watching Sarah play volleyball at WTAMU. Her ability and intensity was unmatched, and obviously she earned her place in history by leading the Lady Buffs to a national championship. And I never grow weary of hearing stories about the football legends that have played in this conference. Certainly King Arthur James and John Randle are among the greatest, and they're both very deserving of this distinction.". Each of the inductees will receive the LSC's signature Hall of Honor award, a... (Gobuffsgo.com)

    Fire Reports  Jul 8, 2008
    June 30, King Arthur Boulevard, 1800 block. June 30, Phoenix Drive, 4200 block. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)

    Stupid doesn't get any better  Jul 6, 2008
    Gary Beach stars as King Arthur, trotting onstage with manservant Patsy (that's Brad Bradley clacking the coconuts) after a typical Python false start set in Finland. Beach is a Broadway veteran with a beautiful, booming baritone, Bradley offers an equally sweet tenor tone, and before you can shout "bring out your dead!" we're off on the road to Camelot. (Vancouver Sun)

    Embrace your inner monarch and rent a castle  Jul 4, 2008
    If youve read the "King Arthur" legends more times than you can count and your family is worried that you attend too many medieval fairs, it's probably time for a vacation at an honest-to-goodness castle ... King Arthur didnt have Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, so living the life of a 17th-century duke or kingeven for a daymay be rather spartan. (MSNBC -- Travel)

    Next Thompson set to take over at Rider  Jul 3, 2008
    "Not that I consider myself King Arthur," McKillop said at the news conference announcing the deal, "but I consider Davidson like Camelot.". Speaking of McKillop, he has been chosen to coach the USA Men's U18 team, for which tryouts end Thursday in Washington, D.C. Twenty players were invited to audition for 12 roster spots. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)

    So She Thought: A trip to Camelot  Jul 1, 2008
    In the film, King Arthur (played by Graham Chapman), thoughtfully scratches his beard and says, "On second thought, let's not go there. It is a silly place.". The words "it is a silly place" have been echoing in my mind a lot over the last several days because we've spent the last few days in the heart of another silly sort of Camelot -- Southern California. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)

    Davidson's McKillop gets extension through 2015-16  Jun 29, 2008
    "Not that I consider myself King Arthur," McKillop said, "but I consider Davidson like Camelot.". All rights reserved. (News & Observer -- Sports)

    Davidson extends McKillop after Final Eight run  Jun 29, 2008
    "Not that I consider myself King Arthur," McKillop said, "but I consider Davidson like Camelot.". Copyright 2008. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)

    Critics' Picks  Jun 28, 2008
    But its charms are sly and subtle, particularly in a sequence where the young King Arthur (who goes by the name Wart) is tranformed by his tutor Merlin into a squirrel and attracts the attention of a flirtatious red-headed squirellette. Wart, not wanting to get her hopes up, repels her advances. (Salon)

    Queen for the summer  Jun 27, 2008
    Unaware that the man she is talking to is King Arthur, Guenevere talks about running off to seek adventure instead of fulfilling her obligation to marry the King of England. (KATHY PORTIE/Big Bear Grizzly). (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)

    Basics training  Jun 26, 2008
    (From King Arthur Flour Whole Grain Baking, The Countryman Press). Sponsored Links. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    Glastonbury Festival fails to sell out  Jun 25, 2008
    " As for weather conditions, there is a small glimmer of hope for the festival, as weather forecasters are predicting good weather for the first time in five years. According to the Met Office, it will be sunny and dry, with temperatures reaching around 20 degrees. Light showers are predicted for Saturday morning but should clear quickly. But some festivalgoers are taking no chances. A group of druids, led by Archdruid King Arthur Pendragon, took part in a "sun dance" in London's Hyde Park,... (Telegraph.co.uk)

    The end of an odyssey - Homer's epic is finally pinned down  Jun 25, 2008
    Both the early tales of King Arthur and those Homer recited of Troy look back on an age of heroes after which there was a complete collapse of the known culture. These Dark Ages lasted until roughly 700 B.C. in the Aegean and 850 A.D. in Britain. (Independent)

    Glastonbury tickets remain unsold  Jun 25, 2008
    Hosted by NME, Archdruid King Arthur Pendragon led revellers in a sacred prayer for sunshine to the Sun God Lugh on Monday. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Entertainment)

    Will biscuits taste as good as they used to?  Jun 25, 2008
    His mentor, renowned Southern chef Edna Lewis, used King Arthur and Peacock's mother relied on Martha White. Still, when he prepared buttermilk biscuits earlier this month for some of the country's best chefs at the James Beard Foundation Awards, he made sure that White Lily shipped flour to New York for the event. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

    What happened to pre-K?  Jun 25, 2008
    They also knew an awful lot about fairy tales, King Arthur, elves, blocks, paint, legos, Lincoln logs, chalk, scooters and play grounds. They are all in the gifted programs at their schools and straight A students. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

    Farmers market set to open  Jun 24, 2008
    His variety of breads are mixed in small batches and made using a variety of organic wheat and rye flours as well as unenriched King Arthur bread flour. The Market also offers educational and cultural events, information about local nonprofit groups, and place to visit with friends and neighbors. (Beacon Villager, MA)

    New programs, activities and signs at library  Jun 23, 2008
    The Traveling Troupe of The Children s Theatre Workshop of Wilmington presents a story of the young King Arthur on Monday, June 30 at 10:30 a.m. The show is recommended for an audience aged four and older. Reserve your free tickets by visiting or calling the Children s Room at 978-694-2098. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)

    Russians beat Netherlands to advance  Jun 22, 2008
    Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)

    Sienna Miller v Keira Knightley for first lady of British film  Jun 20, 2008
    The Pirates Of The Caribbean trilogy catapulted her onto the Hollywood A list, but flops such as Domino and King Arthur brought derision and raspberries from the paying public and critics alike. However, Pride And Prejudice in 2005, which earned her an Oscar nomination, and Atonement in 2007, showed she could really act. (Mirror.co.uk)

    DVD reviews: Fools Gold, Be Kind Rewind  Jun 20, 2008
    The Sword in the Stone, The Jungle Book 2Two Disney animated tales return to DVD, led by a 45th-anniversary edition of The Sword in the Stone, a musical about the early years of a boy named Wart, destined to become Britains legendary King Arthur. The new edition comes with a couple of medieval-themed cartoon shorts featuring Disney standard-bearers Mickey Mouse and Goofy and a profile of Richard M. and Robert B. Sherman, who wrote songs and music for many Disney adventures. (MSNBC -- Movies)

    Summer savings at library  Jun 13, 2008
    The Traveling Troupe of The Children s Theater Workshop of Wilmington presents a story of the young King Arthur on Monday, June 30 at 10:30 a.m. The show is recommended for an audience aged 4 and older. Reserve your free tickets by visiting or calling the Children s Room at 978-694-2098 beginning Thursday, June 19. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)

    Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie with Almond-Filled Crust  Jun 12, 2008
    It's sort of a spreadable marzipan coffee cake filling, and I found it on the King Arthur Flour Web site ... My recommendations: The best bet is The Baker's Catalog from King Arthur Flour (), or. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)

    Comedian helps hunt for the next Maria  Jun 11, 2008
    After university, he performed in a production of King Arthur and remembers looking around at his fellow actors. "They were so jazzed, but I wanted to do something more entertaining. I've always had a knack for doing voices, for imitating people," he said. (Inside Toronto)

    The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian  Jun 9, 2008
    In broad outline, it is part Hamlet, part King Arthur, augmented by humour both whimsical and sardonic. Hiding out in the forest, Caspian is taken in by Trufflehunter, the badger (Ken Stott), Trumpkin (Peter Dinklage), the lovably irascible Red Dwarf, and Nikabrik (Warwick Davis), the unlovably irascible Black Dwarf, all of whom prove to be rather more charismatic than Caspian himself. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)

    Hep cat with nine lives  Jun 7, 2008
    That younger brother, Joel, grew up to star in The Secret Life Of Us, Ned Kelly and King Arthur while Nash has quietly built a career as a stuntman and short filmmaker with nothing like the same celebrity ... Do you really want years of effort, starting with a script that Joel worked on while filming King Arthur, to face a thumbs-up-or-thumbs-down verdict on one night. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)

    Sun Also Rises star Mel Ferrer dies at 90  Jun 4, 2008
    His films included Rancho Notorious, Scaramouche, Knights of the Round Table (as King Arthur), Born to Be Bad, The Longest Day, The Fall of the Roman Empire, The Sun Also Rises, and El Greco, which was made in Spain with Ferrer as co-producer and actor in the title role. Click for related content. (MSNBC -- News)

    Hollywood, Good vs. Evil ... and Disney  Jun 4, 2008
    Examples include King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, the Three Musketeers, David and Goliath, and Queen Esther. All are examples of heroes -- some real, some fictional -- that have inspired people through the ages. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)

    The Walt Disney Studios Forms Kingdom Comics to Create Graphic Novels & Film Projects  May 29, 2008
    An accomplished writer and editor, Christian Beranek formed his own publishing company, Silent Devil, in 1996, and turned it into an indie powerhouse, producing such hits as Dracula vs. King Arthur and Super Frat ... He recently finished the latest draft of the "Dracula vs. King Arthur" screenplay. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Teens Reading the Classics  May 28, 2008
    Though many would argue it is hardly considered British history, White s humorous retelling of the legend of King Arthur takes readers back to a possible history of Britain, mixed with a great deal of magic and fun. Hundreds of years later in British history, teen readers find the elegance and wit of the likes of Jane Austen (Pride and Prejudice, Emma, Sense and Sensibility), and the Bronte sisters (Wuthering Heights, Jane Eyre) often irresistible. (Suite101.com)

    The Welsh in America, the world  May 28, 2008
    The best-known modern Welsh poet is probably Dylan Thomas, and the most popular myth from Wales is the legend of King Arthur. The Welsh, who are independent thinkers, have succeeded in science, too. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)

    'Harry Potter' Actor Robert Knox Killed In London Knife Fight  May 28, 2008
    Knox, who was to make his debut in the sixth installment of the Harry Potter screen franchise, had previously appeared in the 2004 movie "King Arthur," and had signed on to reprise the role of Belby in the final installment of the movie series. "Rob was kind and thoughtful and would always help out others he would always spend his last penny on other people instead of himself," parents Sally and Colin Knox said in a statement released on Sunday. (VHI.com -- Music News)

    A Compendium of English History  May 26, 2008
    He has also included myths and legends such as King Arthur that while not strictly true , are a very real part of the fabric of English history. His aim is to capture the essence of those extraordinary people who made Britain great , a task he achieves with great success. (Suite101.com)

    English Opera Beginnings  May 26, 2008
    Among his works that can be described in this category are The Fairy Queen, Dioclesian, The Indian Queen and King Arthur, a development of earlier court entertainments known as masques. Enters George Frideric Handel. (Suite101.com)

    "Survivor" All-Stars Ready for Battle  May 26, 2008
    " filed under , , , Sun., May. 25, 2008 3:20 PM PDT by Metropolitan Police/PA Wire Robert Knox, an 18-year-old actor set to appear in the next Harry Potter film, was fatally stabbed outside a London pub on Saturday. According to British media reports, the actor was part of a brawl that sent five males to the hospital, including a 21-year-old who was arrested on suspicion of murder after being treated for facial injuries. Knox, who appeared in the 2004 film King Arthur, plays Ravenclaw student... (Yahoo News -- Survivor)

    CinemaDiscourse.com, the Online Site for the Rebirth of Serious Discussions of Movies, Launches  May 23, 2008
    - "Iron Man" is a retelling of the tales of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, in which the hero must come into a proper relationship with a woman before accomplishing his quest, a tale also retold in Clint Eastwood's "In the Line of Fire," among many other movies. - Coppola's "Apocalypse Now," on the surface about the Vietnam war, is built on the plotline of Conrad's Heart of Darkness then relies on Homer's "The Odyssey" for Willard's trip up the river and, finally, on Frazier's... (Primezone Releases)

    Be gluten free (but still be a glutton)  May 21, 2008
    " Today, choices abound. Once a niche of the natural foods market, gluten-free products now can be found in mainstream grocers. Even King Arthur Flour Co. is launching a line of gluten-free mixes. And just as importantly, the quality of these products is markedly better. Part of what makes gluten so hard to avoid is that it is an essential component of so many everyday products. The elastic nature of gluten proteins is what enables breads and other baked goods to rise. Gluten also is a common... (Athens Banner-Herald)

    Go gluten-free  May 20, 2008
    Even King Arthur Flour Co. is launching a line of gluten-free mixes. And just as importantly, the quality of these products is markedly better. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)

    'Secure me a famous wall'  May 17, 2008
    Central to Arthurian legend is the notion that King Arthur never died, but slept on in Avalon awaiting the moment when the nation most needed his return. This summer, King Arthur has at last come back to England ... Why were Victorians so gripped by the stories of King Arthur. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)

    'Spamalot' to open Famous Artists' season  May 16, 2008
    Directed by Mike Nichols and written by Eric Idle and John Du Prez, the musical comedy tells the story of King Arthur, his Knights of the Round Table and their quest for the Holy Grail. It's adapted from the 1975 hit film "Monty Python and the Holy Grail" which elevated the sentence, "It's just a flesh wound," to comedic heights. (Syracuse.com)

    How kids can live healthier  May 16, 2008
    Eighth-grader Josh Hobbs spins dough under the direction of Paula Gray, a master baker from King Arthur Flour in Norwich, Vt ... A master baker from King Arthur Flour company in Vermont taught hundreds of students to make bread, with the assistance of junior chefs Josh Hobbs and Sophie Stone, both eighth-grade students at the school ... Gray told the kids that King Arthur Flour is one of the oldest companies in America. (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    Get up and out  May 14, 2008
    (where you can take a baking class, buy cooking supplies, or sample homemade treats at the King Arthur Flour complex). DoEnfield's main draw for visitors is the Enfield Shaker Museum (447 Route 4A, 603-632-4346, ), a complex of nine historic buildings that housed a community of Shaker families in the 19th century. (Boston Globe)

    Einstein of parrots was a feather in researcher's cap  May 13, 2008
    Nicknamed "Wart" after the young King Arthur from The Sword in the Stone. Knows a few labels, like "wool.". (USA Today -- Tech)

    From sheer to Eternity: Stace's saucy sister  May 9, 2008
    Joel, 33, is the better known brother for starring in The Secret Life of Us and King Arthur. He co-wrote the script and acts in the film that centres on a Sydney man whose life unravels with an illicit affair. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)

    Britain's most haunted places revealed  May 9, 2008
    One ancient tale says King Arthur turned into a raven when he died. Shrieking birds are said to represent the cries of dead babies, while dogs are seen as an omen of death. (Globe and Mail -- International)

    IT'S A CAMELOT OF GREAT-SOUNDING SINGING  May 9, 2008
    Gabriel Byrne's King Arthur proved an absolute charmer, replacing Burton's sonorous Welsh preacher voice with the merest touch of an Irish brogue. There are only two really good numbers in the show, and Arthur has one of them in the speech-singy title song. (New York Post -- Entertainment)

    MEGA Brands reports first quarter 2008 results  May 8, 2008
    "The response to MagNext(R) has been great from kids, from the trade and the media at toy fairs. To communicate the safety of MAGNEXT(R), all packaging will feature a 'Lab Certified' Safety Seal from Intertek, one of the world's leading independent toy testing laboratories. Children's safety is our number one priority. We are committed to creating the highest safety standards in the toy industry and passionate about our ambitious goal of zero defects." Bertrand added: "We are also pleased with... (Canada Newswire)

    Theater: 'Future' King Goes Back To 'Camelot'  May 8, 2008
    FUTURE' KING GOES BACK TO 'CAMELOT' - New York Post. WE can just imagine how the casting went for the New York Philharmonic's "Camelot". (New York Post -- Entertainment)

    Incest: Age-old taboo  May 5, 2008
    The legend of King Arthur famously narrates how Arthur had a child with his sister Morgana Le Fay. The child, Mordred, later became his arch nemesis. (The Star Online, Malaysia)

    STICKER SHOCK - How is Caldwell coping?  May 2, 2008
    impact on every section of the grocery store, said Michael Bittel, senior vice president of King Arthur Flour Co. in Norwich, Vt. Consumers such as Maria Cardena feel trapped by the prices. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)

    Police Beat: May 2, 2008  May 2, 2008
    April 27, 12:23 a.m.: The South-Central DUI Enforcement Team stopped a vehicle near the intersection of King Arthur and No Name Hill Drive in Houston for a moving violation. Jeremiah Schachle, 27, of Houston was arrested and remanded to Mat-Su Pre-Trial Facility on the charge of driving under the influence, and held until release to a sober third party. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)

    Pac-10 Individual Tennis Tournament Preview  Apr 23, 2008
    Pac-10 Conference - Conference of Champions Official Athletic Site. Conference of Champions. (Pac-10.org)

    My Beautiful Mommy and other must-have children's books  Apr 22, 2008
    His eccentric Uncle Murphy builds a time machine and sends him back in time to see King Arthur team up with dinosaurs to fight the evil ruler of Tonsillitis. My Heart Goes On -- The magical princess of the right ventricles teaches Little Sandra McLean all about the heart when her dad goes in for open heart surgery. (National Post)

    'Those are totally NOT my boobs'  Apr 20, 2008
    Keira Knightley gained a cup size in the 2003 movie King Arthur and Kate Beckinsale became more voluptuous in ads for Underworld in 2004. Kate, daughter of Goldie Hawn, has a three-year-old son Ryder from her marriage to Black Crowes rock star Chris Robinson. (Sunday Mirror)

    Balanced Meals For Picky Eaters  Apr 19, 2008
    King Arthur White Whole Wheat Flour can be substituted for half of the white flour in almost any recipe. Sneak nutrition into dessert with a. (Suite101.com)

    Carnegie shortlist takes children back in time  Apr 18, 2008
    Looking back: Nelson Mandela and King Arthur ... The seven-strong shortlist for the medal spans a range of settings from King Arthur's Court to apartheid-era South Africa, taking in the Crusades and a decidedly un-swinging 1960s boarding school along the way. (Guardian Unlimited -- Books)

    ‘Forbidden Kingdom’ is kung-fu fun  Apr 17, 2008
    Instead it feels a little like A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur s Court or The Neverending Story set in a legendary China. Micheal Angarano is a lonely teenager living in inner city America who is befriended by an old Chinese pawn shop owner. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)

    Five shows poised to sell out  Apr 17, 2008
    Cheered on by the Lady of the Lake and her Laker Girls, King Arthur and his bumbling knights embark on a quest for the Holy Grail. Subsequently, a pile of corpses reanimates for a rousing chorus of "I Am Not Dead Yet," barnyard animals are brandished as weapons, and everyone from Jews to amputees to bed-wetters are lovingly (and not so lovingly) mocked. (Anchorage Daily News)

    NIACC announces line-up for 2008-2009 Performing Arts and Leadership Series  Apr 17, 2008
    To restore joy and magic to King Arthur s kingdom, the brother and sister team must travel to Camelot s dreaded Otherworld and return with water from the mythical Cauldron of Memory and Imagination. If they fail, Camelot will be lost and forgotten forever and the Magic Tree House will be destroyed. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)

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