Gore Vidal has died. The writer filled his novels and essays with observations on politics, sex and American culture while carrying on feuds with big-name literary rivals. He died at his home in Los Angeles from complications from pneumonia. He was 86.<br/> <br />Michael Jackson's mother, Katherine, says she is returning to her family's hometown to celebrate what would have would have been her son's 54th birthday. Jackson released a statement saying that she will host a series of events in Gary, Indiana including a candlelight vigil on the singer's birthday - August 29. Michael's three children are also expected to attend.<br/> <br />Finally, Ricky Gervais is going to start teaching English. The comedian announced on his blog that he's working on a web series called "Learn English with Ricky Gervais." Gervais said he hopes to subtitle the show in as many languages as possible including Star Trek's "Klingon."<br/> <br />Bob Mezan, Reuters.
