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This is an article that discusses how Senator John Kerry selected John Edwards as his running mate in his campaign for United States President in 2004. The little girl's voice on the line was not exactly what she expected--but the message delivered was just what Elizabeth Edwards had desired. As the wife of one of a handful of top contenders to be Democrat John Kerry's vice presidential running mate, Elizabeth was waiting anxiously by her phone in Raleigh, N.C., early on the morning of July 6 for her husband to call. Capping a top-secret, four-month search, Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry announced he had chosen Edwards, 51, a senator from North Carolina--and former rival for the Democratic nomination--to join his quest for the White House. Striking within minutes of the announcement, Republican operatives tagged Edwards as an inexperienced lawmaker who could claim little in the way of success, or even action, during his single term as a senator in Washington. Democrats, for their part, praised Edwards's energy--he helped raise $2 million for the Kerry campaign before he was even tapped--and hope the son of a Carolina mill worker will add regional appeal to the ticket.

These kids offered a little song, a little dance--even some Samosas and lucky socks--to try getting into their dream schools. Hey, it beats retaking the SATs. With the help of a few buddies, the Lake Highlands High School senior extolled his virtues by impersonating Latin hunk Enrique Iglesias in a spoof of the singer's "Hero" video. "A counselor said, 'You have to see what I just got in,'" says admissions dean Ron Moss, who adds that stunts don't usually work in the college game. "It's a long shot," says Moss. "Some schools won't even look at gimmicks." But SMU, which accepted Sellers for the class of '08, judged him to be more than a class clown. An aspiring cardiologist, Priya Devakumar sent admissions officers an artery-clogging batch of fried South Asian dumplings called Samosas with her application to Massachusetts's Tufts University. Was it a recipe for success? Alas, no. But the would-be valedictorian from the Mary Louis Academy is choosing among NYU, Boston University and Cornell, three of the 10 schools that have already accepted her--none of which got a cooking sample.

The article reports that Tiffani Thiessen, who starred in Beverly Hills, 90210, has listed her 5,000-sq. house and plans to find a new place in the Los Angeles area. Surrounded by 1.27 acres, the property features five bedrooms, media room, pool and guest suite.

This article reports that at the Onyx Hotel in Boston, Britney Spears' mother, Lynne, has designed a replica of the singer's bedroom in Kentwood, La. The suite, which runs from $259-$359 a night depending on the season (10 percent of the revenue goes to the Britney Spears Foundation, a charity), features country-style whitewash furniture, silver wallpaper and cream-colored carpeting. Guests can munch on Britney's favorite snacks--including Cheetos and Pop Tarts--while watching her movie "Crossroads."

Presents an interview with actor Peter Krause. Role in HBO's "Six Feet Under"; Broadway debut in "After the Fall"; Reflections on stage fright and preparations for going onstage.

This article reports on the status of Roy Horn, who was mauled by a tiger last October. On July 21, a calm and collected Roy Horn was wheeled out of a Las Vegas rehab center, where he spends up to eight hours a day, six days a week, building back his strength. Horn, 59, sat last week for a series of interviews with NBC's Maria Shriver, set to air on the first anniversary of the attack.

This article reports that Justin Timberlake has set in motion a suit against the British tabloid News of the World for running a story in which model Lucy Clarkson, 22, claimed she had intimate relations with him. The paper stands by its story.

This brief article highlights an animated short film created by brothers Gregg and Evan Spiridellis. "This Land" spoofs George W. Bush and John Kerry equally. It's a hot ticket on the Internet at www.JibJab.com. " I thought it was funny," says Chris Heinz, Kerry's stepson. " Hysterically funny," says Terry Holt, Bush-Cheney campaign spokesman.

The article discusses actor Ben Affleck's involvement in the Democratic National Convention. Considering the face time he received at the recent Democratic National Convention, you'd think he was the one running for office. The Democratic poster boy--a fixture throughout John Kerry's presidential campaign--made the most of the gathering in his hometown. Then it was off to interview Sen. Ted Kennedy for an ABC segment. Will the 31-year-old actor make a run for office some day?

Presents an interview with Backstreet Boy Nick Carter about the breakup of his relationship with actress Paris Hilton. How they met; Reasons for the breakup; His perspective of the relationship.

This article presents an interview with rapper Snoop Dogg. Snoop Dogg takes off May 28 in "Soul Plane," an "Airplane"-style comedy, playing a laid-back pilot. Offscreen, the rapper and father of three is putting together plans for a football league for children. Dogg, 32, talked about the projects with Scoop. "What in-flight movies do you like to watch?" "'The Mack.' 'Superfly.' 'Foxy Brown.'" "Spike Lee has criticized 'Soul Plane,' saying it features old stereotypes and calling it "buffoonery." What's your reaction?" "Is this the same Spike Lee that made 'Do the Right Thing' and 'School Daze?' What were those movies doing? Stereotyping."

This article discusses the spinoff of the television program "Friends" called "Joey" starring former "Friends" actor, Matt LeBlanc. NBC's Friends spinoff Joey may well end up being the most scrutinized new show this fall. And the early word is…good. The network was confident enough in the series, which stars Matt LeBlanc and Drea de Matteo, that it screened the entire pilot for media insiders in New York City on May 17. The show received a round of applause and high marks for its acting. De Matteo, whacked from her role as "The Sopranos'" Adriana La Cerva on the May 23 episode, already feels at ease with her new cast.

This article presents quotes from speeches of various entertainers at college graduations."I Don't think there's anything more unseemly than the sight of a rock star in academic robes. It's a bit like when people put their King Charles spaniels in little tartan sweats and hats." --Bono, giving the commencement address at the University of Pennsylvania, May 17. "Matthew Vassar made his fortune as a brewer of beer. If he'd been a different type of guy, this place might be a sports bar, and we'd be sitting here drinking Vassar Light. But he used his wealth, power and position to build a college where women could get a first-rate education." --Samuel L. Jackson addressing grads, including daughter Zoe, at Vassar College, May 23.

This article reports on the possible romance between Lindsay Lohan and Wilmer Valderrama. Looks like "Mean Girls" star Lindsay Lohan, 17, is making nice with "That '70s Show's" Wilmer Valderrama, 24. "I have no celebrity crushes right now." Lohan says.

This article discusses the alleged interpersonal relations between two contestants from the reality television program, "The Apprentice." Despite a report that Apprentice champ Bill Rancic had been spotted making out with fellow contestant Amy Henry at Manhattan eatery Sushi Samba, Henry insists it's all bunk. She confirms being at the restaurant with Rancic but says they were accompanied by old pal Nick Warnock and producers from the show. "I wasn't kissing Bill," says Henry. Henry adds she's dating a prominent builder from Austin.

Reports on the wedding planning of "Survivor" stars, Rob Mariano and Amber Brkich. "Survivor's" betrothed couple, Rob Mariano and Amber Brkich, still don't have a wedding date, but they're getting closer to determining a location. Another idea is Hawaii, since neither of us has been there. "It's been a lifelong dream to get married on the sand, barefoot, overlooking the ocean." Amber says. "I'm a regular guy," Rob says. "I need a regular-guy look."

This article reports on the break up in the relationship between Brittany Murphy and Jeff Kwatinez. Four months after getting engaged, actress Brittany Murphy, 26, and talent manager Kwatinetz, 39, have called it quits, ending their 13-month relationship. "It's amicable," says a rep at Kwatinetz's agency, The Firm, where Murphy remains a client. The spokesperson denies a report that Kwatinetz was more interested in a former girlfriend. The two began dating shortly after Murphy's breakup with Ashton Kutcher, 26, her costar in "Just Married."

This article discusses the birth of Helen Hunt's daughter, Makena Lei Gordon Carnahan. No need to ask: Helen Hunt is mad about her little girl, Makena Lei Gordon Carnahan, born at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in L.A. on May 13. Arriving nearly four weeks early, Hunt's first child--named after a town in Hawaii where Hunt liked to vacation and her father, TV director Gordon Hunt--is healthy, if a bit travel weary. Hunt spent the first part of May in Hawaii with her TV producer-writer beau of three years, Matthew Carnahan, 43, and flew back to L.A. to avoid air travel in her last month, as doctors recommend. The star of TV's "Mad About You" was three months pregnant when she began shooting "A Good Woman in Italy" last year. Luckily, Carnahan is, says "Woman" producer Steven Siebert, "warm and easygoing."

Presents an interview with Rupert Boneham, a winner of the reality television show 'Survivor.' How voters granted him the castaway consolation prize of $1 million; His plans to move from his home in Indianapolis to somewhere new; Passion for his work renovating old homes for disadvantaged families; Negotiations between Boneham and executives from NASCAR, Coca-Cola, and Animal Planet for his appearances in advertising; Consideration of how the show impacted Boneham's physical appearance and strength.

Madonna's son Rocco unveiled a daring new do in Los Angeles last week. The 3-year-old showed up with his father, director Guy Ritchie, 35, minus his long blond locks, leading some British tabloids to speculate that the haircut was done in accordance with the teachings of Kabbalah, a form of Jewish mysticism practiced by Madonna, 45. The tabs claimed Kabbalah requires a boy's hair to be left alone until he reaches the age of 3, at which point it's cut as a symbol of his initial passage into manhood.

Discusses the relationship between Adam Mesh, the star of the reality television program Average Joe' and his chosen sweetheart Samantha Trenk. How Mesh broke up with Trenk during a lunch date; Speculation that Mesh prefers Rachel Goetz, another contestant and runner-up on the show; Possibility that Mesh is dating a former girlfriend that he was dating before he went on the show.

Mentions how celebrity Oprah Winfrey attended the 'We Are the Future' concert to raise funds for children in war-ravaged countries. Consideration of how Oprah ate carbohydrates for the first time in a year.

Discusses how fifty family members--including brother Randy--and friends gathered at G. Garvin's restaurant in L.A. to celebrate Janet Jackson's 38th birthday. Guests dined on lobster and papaya salad--one of Janet's favorite dishes--and red velvet cake.