Can't Import Photos into iPhoto08

Recently updated my computer to 10.5.
The last two times that I have tried to import photos onto my computer I get a message asking me to keep or delete the originals and am presented with a list of what didn't make their way onto my computer. The box says
The following files could not be imported(they may be an unrecognized file type or the files may not contain valid data).
Incredibly frustrating. Any thoughts?

This problem has been discussed thoroughly in several other threads. Do a search and you'll find them. I don't believe there has been any universal fix for it. Some have used Image Capture to upload to the desktop first and then into iPhoto.
Do you Twango?
TIP: For insurance against the iPhoto database corruption that many users have experienced I recommend making a backup copy of the Library6.iPhoto database file and keep it current. If problems crop up where iPhoto suddenly can't see any photos or thinks there are no photos in the library, replacing the working Library6.iPhoto file with the backup will often get the library back. By keeping it current I mean backup after each import and/or any serious editing or work on books, slideshows, calendars, cards, etc. That insures that if a problem pops up and you do need to replace the database file, you'll retain all those efforts. It doesn't take long to make the backup and it's good insurance.
I've created an Automator workflow application (requires Tiger), iPhoto dB File Backup, that will copy the selected Library6.iPhoto file from your iPhoto Library folder to the Pictures folder, replacing any previous version of it. It's compatible with iPhoto 08 libraries and Leopard. iPhoto does not have to be closed to run the application, just idle. You can download it at Toad's Cellar. Be sure to read the Read Me pdf file.

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