Gossip Roundup: Bloodsuckers

•Names & Faces: Mel Gibsonin quiet campaign against stem-cell research, citing ethical problems. . .Coultercalls pie-toss "an act of terrorism". . .Bushnamed top screen villain of 2004 in UK poll. [ WP ]

•Inside the Beltway: Candidate with the most pets usually wins. [WT ]

•Rush & Molloy: New claims thatBushvolunteered in 1973 because of brush with the law. . .Bush, Kerrylinked by blood to warlord who inspiredDracula. . .DiCapriocampaigns withEdwards. [ NYDN ]

•Page Six: Kerry's cousin was a friend ofOswald's and stored the rifle used to killKennedy. [ NYP ]