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James Brown Death Linked to Overwork (UPI)
Many believe U.S. soul legend James Brown's death was related to his rigorous work ethic. Brown, the "hardest working man in show business," also had recent dental surgery. The dentist who treated him told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution that he had advised Brown to slow his schedule down to heal from the surgery, but Brown insisted on appearing at several upcoming shows. Variety: Brown rocked business. NYT: Godfather of Soul, and CEO of his band. Journalisms: Nearly every front page ran with Brown death. Variety: Spike Lee to direct Brown biopic. AP: Brown's body to lie in "soul state" at the Apollo Theater. FishbowlNY: The ultimate James Brown video tribute.

'BBC Jobs and Programs at Risk' (Guardian)
The BBC is facing a stark choice between slashing program costs and ordering further job cuts, unions say. Guardian: Former BBC chairman Marmaduke Hussey dies at 83.

CBS 'Nipplegate' Argument Doesn't Convince FCC (Variety)
The FCC rejected CBS' argument that Janet Jackson's breast-baring performance in the 2004 Super Bowl didn't break any decency rules. Following the incident, the FCC fined the Eye $550,000.

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