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From the NY Times: COLUMBIA, S.C. — Until 1923, the only school in the largely black farm settlement of Pine Grove was the one hand-built by parents, a drafty wooden structure in the churchyard.

"The Book Of Eli" starring Denzel Washington is set to be released January 15th, and is already creating a lot of buzz. The Hollywood Scoop reporter Wendy Wheaton had a chance to sit down with Denzel and other co-stars from the movie and see what their take on the movie is. Listen to her interview to get the real behind the scenes scoop on "The Book Of Eli".

Food & water needed as untold number of Haiti quake victims trapped; death toll still unknown. International aid begins to arrive.

Soul Singer Teddy Pendergrass died tonight in a Philadelphia hospital after battling a tough recovery from colon cancer surgery. Our condolences to his family and loved ones. Teddy, you will surely be missed.

From CNN: Some Americans visiting or working in Haiti have not been heard from since Tuesday’s earthquake, but loved ones back home are trying to remain optimistic as good reports come in from others.

National Palace tumbles; 3 million people affected..

SUPPORT HAITIAN EARTHQUAKE VICTIMS

January 12, 2009 the island nation of Haiti, was slammed by a magnitude 7.0 earthquake, its most severe in 200 years. The epicenter of the quake was approximately 10 miles south of Port-au-Prince, the country’s capital and home to almost 2 million people. The city, including communications and transport infrastructure, is said to have suffered “massive damage.” According to Associated Press, the capital is largely destroyed, with widespread loss of life predicted.

The people of Haiti need your help. Here are the best ways to aid the crisis relief and rescue efforts:

The strongest earthquake that Haiti has seen since the 1700’s has rocked the island and may have affected up to 3 million people. The 7.0 magnitude quake destroyed the capital city of Port-au-Prince, leveling most of its buildings leaving turmoil as the sun went down Tuesday.

7.0 earthquake rocks the island of Haiti. Millions have been affected by this devastating disaster.