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Nancy Pelosi Briefly Hospitalized in Rome

Mar 21st 2011 – 4:40PM
J. Scott Applewhite, AP

J. Scott Applewhite, AP

ROME -- U.S. House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi was briefly hospitalized in Rome early Monday after feeling unwell, but by afternoon had resumed her schedule, a spokesman said. Pelosi, a former House speaker, skipped talks in the morning with Italian officials, including the defense minister, as she was taken ill, the...

Charlie Sheen Rushed to Hospital: A Timeline of His Recent Woes

By Mary Phillips-SandyJan 27th 2011 – 3:13PM

"Two and a Half Men" actor Charlie Sheen was rushed to a Los Angeles hospital early today, according to reports. TMZ hears that a 911 call was placed from the 45-year-old actor's home at 6:35 a.m. after he reportedly suffered abdominal pain. Neighbors say Sheen had thrown a loud, late party the night before. It's the...

Giffords Aide Released From Hospital to Attend Judge's Funeral

By Hugh CollinsJan 14th 2011 – 2:45PM
Rep. Giffords' Office / AP

Rep. Giffords' Office / AP

An aide to Rep. Gabrielle Giffords who was wounded in Saturday's shooting rampage in Arizona has been discharged from the hospital. Ron Barber, 65, Giffords' Tucson district director, was released from University Medical Center today so he could attend the funeral of U.S. District Judge John M. Roll, The Washington Post...

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