Jeane Dixon, the Sword of God cult, and a dentist named George have all have predictions for the end of the world.  

Music lovers living in Contra Costa County are used to driving over to Oakland and San Francisco to see the hottest young rock bands in concert. On Saturday, however, it was a reverse commute.  

WHEN Adam Arkin signed on for "Sons of Anarchy," he didn't have reservations about his role as a slick white separatist or the FX drama's dark heart. But he admits to feeling a bit "intimidated" about working with fellow series newcomer Henry Rollins, actor and musician of Black Flag punk-rock fame.  

A THRILLING CHRISTMAS CAROL — Each year the stores begin displaying their holiday goods earlier and earlier. I barely get the Fourth of July decorations packed up before I start seeing Christmas stuff in the windows.  

FOR PENNY-PINCHING players, hours of gameplay is just as important as the quality of the game.If they're paying $60 for a piece of plastic, it should offer more than a few hours of entertainment.  

"Twilight" cast pumping up fans for new movie. Cindy Crawford looks smashing as does Colin Firth. Geraldo hangs with his pooch.