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Monday, July 6, 2009

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Jackson memorial ticketing goes smoothly

The ticket hand-off for Michael Jackson's public memorial service in Los Angeles has been going smoothly at Dodger Stadium. (Updated: 07/06/09 1:41 PM )

Dane Cook's half brother accused of stealing $11M

Dane Cook's half brother has been indicted on additional charges that he stole more than $11 million from the comedian, prosecutors said Monday. (Updated: 07/06/09 3:12 PM )

Tix to Jackson memorial being sold for thousands

Michael Jackson's concerts always were difficult to get tickets to, but that's nothing compared to the pop star's memorial service. (Updated: 07/06/09 5:07 PM )

Dessay takes on Verdi's Violetta for 1st time

Hey, Anna! Hey, Renee! There's a new Violetta in town, and she's staking a compelling claim to the role, orange wig and all. (Updated: 07/06/09 11:56 AM )

NY congressman's video calls Jackson a 'pervert'

A New York congressman who is considering a Senate run posted a YouTube video calling Michael Jackson a "pervert" and questioning the exhaustive media coverage of the pop star's death. (Updated: 07/06/09 4:46 PM )

Singer's luxe lifestyle aided by Wall Street firms

Music lovers weren't the only ones drawn to the King of Pop. Wooed by his global fame and earning power, a bevy of financial firms ponied up tens of millions to finance the singer's luxe lifestyle and kick-start his troubled career. (Updated: 07/06/09 4:51 PM )

Jayhawks reunite with classic lineup

While critics give the Jayhawks credit for helping invent alt-country, co-founder Mark Olson is quick to downplay the band's contributions to the rustic blend of rock and country that blossomed in the 1980s and '90s. (Updated: 07/06/09 2:06 PM )

Britons turn living statues atop London column

It's art for the people, of the people - and definitely by the people. (Updated: 07/06/09 2:16 PM )

En Vogue marks 20 years with Essence Fest concert

En Vogue marked their 20th anniversary as one of music's most successful female groups with a reunion show that electrified the crowd at the Essence Music Festival. (Updated: 07/06/09 1:36 PM )

Jackson memorial performers announced as LA braces

The stage was set Monday for Michael Jackson's final act as the world capital of make-believe braced for what could be the biggest, gaudiest celebrity send-off of all time. Ecstatic fans who won the lottery for seats at Tuesday's all-star memorial received the tickets and spangly wristbands that will get them into the 20,000-seat Staples Center downtown. (Updated: 07/06/09 6:16 PM )

Clarification: Michael Jackson-TV

In a July 4 story about various television networks' coverage of the Michael Jackson memorial service, The Associated Press reported that Fox News Channel had not announced its plans. Fox communicated its plans Friday to several news organizations, not including the AP. The story should have noted that no public announcement of Fox's plans could be found, and that messages left with network representatives were not immediately returned. (Updated: 07/05/09 11:30 PM )

Lionel Richie joined by Commodores at Essence fest

Lionel Richie got a little help from his former bandmates to close out the weekend's Essence Music Festival: Members of The Commodores joined him on stage to sing several of their hits, including "Brick House" and "Just to be Close to You." (Updated: 07/06/09 5:25 AM )

Al Sharpton calls for 'love vigils' for Jackson

The Rev. Al Sharpton has delivered a sermon in Los Angeles where he called for nationwide "love vigils" for Michael Jackson on Tuesday. (Updated: 07/05/09 7:20 PM )

Debbie Rowe confirmed to attend Jackson memorial

Michael Jackson's ex-wife Debbie Rowe will attend the pop superstar's memorial service. (Updated: 07/06/09 11:51 AM )

Little people call for FCC to ban 'midget'

Little people are calling on the Federal Communications Commission to ban the use of the word "midget" on broadcast TV. (Updated: 07/05/09 2:01 PM )


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