LAUGH LINES

That Explains It: According to a study, breast implants are not as dangerous as once thought, but they are responsible for some infections. “They’re also responsible for ‘Melrose Place’ lasting eight seasons.” (Conan O’Brien)

From the Business Beat: Delta Airlines and Air France have announced a deal. “Some deal--the flight will feature bad food and Jerry Lewis movies.” (Rudolph J. Cecera)

On the Big Screen: The latest rumor in Hollywood is that there will be another “Rocky” sequel. “He’s gonna fight Buddy Ebsen in this one.” (Jay Leno)

On the Small Screen: “Austin Powers” will be turned into an animated series by HBO. “And in a little-known move, PBS is working on ‘Jane Austen Powers.’ ” (Daily Scoop)

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Chris Pina’s Essential

List of the Day

China’s top television shows:

* “Touched by a Spy”

* “20,000 Leagues Under the Yangtze”

* “I Detained Lucy”

* “America’s Funniest Capitalists”

* “Mao Three Sons”

* “Walker, Szechuan Ranger”

* “Martial Law & Order”

* “Party of 5 Million”

* “Supermanchurian”

* “Rin Tin Tiananmen”

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