Michael Jackson memorial a somber, spiritual affair to celebrate the man behind the superstarLOS ANGELES — It was not spectacular, extravagant or bizarre. There were songs and tears but little dancing. Instead, Michael Jackson’s memorial was a somber, spiritual ceremony that reached back for the essence of the man. Michael Jackson’s casket brought on stage at Los Angeles memorial serviceLOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson’s golden casket has been placed on stage at his public memorial service in downtown Los Angeles. Events, exhibits for 40th anniversary of man on the moonOn July 20, 1969, Apollo 11 astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to walk on the moon. Forty years later, a variety of museums, space centers and other institutions are marking the anniversary with events, exhibits, concerts and lectures. Debbie Rowe’s attorney says Michael Jackson’s ex-wife won’t be at memorialLOS ANGELES — An attorney for Debbie Rowe says Michael Jackson’s ex-wife is backing out of plans to attend the pop superstar’s memorial service. Judge says Michael Jackson’s longtime attorney and family friend should take over estateLOS ANGELES — A judge said Monday that Michael Jackson’s longtime attorney and a family friend should take over the pop singer’s estate for now, rejecting a request from Jackson’s mother to be put in charge. Estonians sing en masse to lift spirits dampened by recessionTALLINN, Estonia — More than 20,000 choir singers gathered Sunday to fill the air with positive vibes as Estonians took their minds off a crippling recession in a mass celebration of folk songs. Madonna pays tribute to Michael Jackson at London arena where he was to performLONDON — Madonna paid tribute to Michael Jackson on Saturday night in the same arena where he was to stage his comeback, dancing along with an impersonator doing Jackson’s distinctive moves. Looking for love? 5 tips for inexpensive dates that won’t make you look cheapA date doesn’t need to break the bank, especially as potential partners are increasingly likely to value substance over style during the recession. Beyonce, other artists at Essence Fest pay New Orleans-style tribute to Michael JacksonNEW ORLEANS — Brass band musicians on trumpet, trombone and tuba belted out “A Closer Walk With Thee” as the Essence Music Festival gave a salute to Michael Jackson befitting a New Orleans jazz funeral procession. ABBA’s Benny Andersson shoots down talk of reunion to fill Jackson void in London arenaLONDON — Forget those reports that Swedish supergroup ABBA will be reuniting to cover Michael Jackson’s sold-out concert dates. Queen Latifah promotes beauty, empowerment at Essence Music Festival in New OrleansNEW ORLEANS — Queen Latifah dropped by the Essence Music Festival on Friday to help celebrate its 15th year of uplifting and empowering the African-American community through issues-filled seminars by day and high-powered musical performances by night. Madonna to pay tribute to Michael Jackson in concert at same arena where he was to performLOS ANGELES — Madonna is paying tribute to Michael Jackson in the same arena where he was to stage his great comeback. AEG boss says insurance on King of Pop’s concerts covers death by accidental drug overdoseLOS ANGELES — Concert promoter AEG Live’s chief executive said Thursday that insurance will help cover any losses on the now-canceled Michael Jackson concert series if the pop star died accidentally — including of a drug overdose — but not if he died of natural causes. Beyonce, Lionel Richie headline Essence Music Festival in New Orleans, celebrating balck musicNEW ORLEANS — The celebration of black music and culture at the Essence Music Festival in New Orleans will provide comfort to artists and fans alike after a tough week following Michael Jackson’s death. Beyonce, Lionel Richie, Anita Baker headline 2009 Essence Music Festival in New OrleansNEW ORLEANS — When the Essence Music Festival kicks off in New Orleans on Friday, singer Lionel Richie says the celebration of black music and culture will provide some comfort following Michael Jackson’s death. Michael Jackson death hurts segments of London economy as 50 sold-out shows canceledLONDON — Now that the reality of Michael Jackson’s death has sunk in, some Londoners are assessing the economic impact of his sudden departure — and they don’t like what they see. Michael Jackson’s promoter raises prospect of tribute show based on canceled concertsLONDON — The promoter who booked Michael Jackson for a sold-out comeback tour said Tuesday that footage of the singer’s rehearsals may be released in the future, and that an all-star tribute show based on his canceled concerts is likely to take place. County officials discussing possibility of Michael Jackson memorial at Neverland RanchLOS ANGELES — Santa Barbara County officials are in a meeting about Michael Jackson plans, and E! Online reports they are discussing a possible memorial service at his Neverland Ranch. Photographer: Michael Jackson full of energy in rehearsals 2 days before his deathLONDON — Michael Jackson looked in perfect health and gave an electrifying performance two days before his death during rehearsals for his planned comeback concerts, a photographer who took pictures of the rehearsals said Tuesday. Refund details announced for Michael Jackson’s 50 canceled concerts in LondonLONDON — More than 750,000 Michael Jackson fans can get full refunds for the pop star’s canceled 50-night “This is It” concert extravaganza — or opt to receive souvenir tickets instead, the promoters announced Monday. AP Interview: Godfather of Michael Jackson’s children never saw singer take drugsCHELTENHAM, England — The godfather of Michael Jackson’s three children says the circumstances surrounding the singer’s death “don’t add up” because he never saw him take drugs. Detroit’s Chene Park site for concert honoring Michael Jackson on Tuesday nightDETROIT — A musical tribute to Michael Jackson is planned Tuesday night at Chene Park in Detroit, former home of the Motown label that launched his pop singing career. Details still sketchy on refunds for Michael Jackson’s 50 canceled concerts in LondonLONDON — It’s a tragic loss — and an accounting nightmare for the promoters of Michael Jackson’s doomed 50-night “This is It” concert extravaganza in London. Patriarch of Jackson family says he doubts stress of concerts sickened King of PopLOS ANGELES — The father of Michael Jackson says he does not believe stress over the intense series of concerts the King of Pop planned for his comeback led to his death. Michael Jackson’s father says the King of Pop is going to be bigger than when he was aliveNEW YORK — Michael Jackson’s father doubts that stress over an upcoming concert tour may have done in the King of Pop. Friends say Jackson was energetic, upbeat as he prepared for comeback tour in LondonLOS ANGELES — The King of Pop seemed driven and upbeat in the weeks, even hours, before his death as he rehearsed rigorously for a series of 50 concerts in London that were to begin a late-career comeback. This is It: Cancellation of Michael Jackson’s 50 London concerts a huge headache for promotersLONDON — It was to be the comeback of the young century: Michael Jackson using the “This is It” tour to retake his throne as King of Pop, lord of the dance and darling of the masses. Grief over Michael Jackson’s sudden death unites the world in mourning, sorrowLONDON — Michael Jackson was due to make his triumphant return to the stage in London next month — but instead his sudden death has left millions of fans feeling they’ve lost a lifelong friend. Michael Jackson’s death spurs sorrow transcending world’s bordersLONDON — Michael Jackson was due to make his triumphant return to the stage in London next month — but instead his sudden death has left millions of fans feeling they’ve lost a lifelong friend. ‘We lost a hero:’ Fans around the world in shock over pop superstar Michael Jackson’s deathSYDNEY — The news stunned nearly everyone, from the young man in Colombia who was named after the King of Pop, to Malaysians who named a soy drink for him, to a generation of people around the world who have tried to moonwalk. ‘We lost a hero:’ Fans around the world in shock over Michael Jackson’s deathSYDNEY — The news stunned nearly everyone, from the young man in Colombia who was named after the King of Pop, to Malaysians who named a soy drink for him, to a generation of people around the world who have tried to moonwalk. Paul McCartney to perform Aug. 15 benefit concert for Atlanta’s historic Piedmont ParkATLANTA — Paul McCartney is coming to Atlanta for a summer concert to benefit the city’s historic Piedmont Park. ND deputy, mom face charge after deputy allegedly vomited on people at Kenny Chesney concertFARGO, N.D. — A sheriff’s deputy and his mother face charges of disorderly conduct after the deputy vomited on people at a Kenny Chesney concert in Fargo and refused to leave, authorities say. Police Sgt. Mark Lykken said Stark County Deputy Justin Krohmer, 26, and his mother, Susan, 47, whose husband is the Ada, Minn., police chief, were arrested after the Saturday night incident. N.D. deputy arrested with his mom after allegedly vomiting on people at a Kenny Chesney concertFARGO, N.D. — Authorities said a Stark County sheriff’s deputy was arrested with his mother after the deputy vomited on people at a Kenny Chesney concert in Fargo and refused to leave. Police Sgt. Mark Lykken said 26-year-old Justin Krohmer and his mother, Susan, whose husband is the Ada, Minn., police chief, were jailed on charges of disorderly conduct and resisting or obstructing an officer. MLB All-Star concert to feature Sheryl Crow and a $1 million donation to Stand Up to CancerNEW YORK — Sheryl Crow will headline a fundraising concert during All-Star game weekend in St. Louis as part of Major League Baseball’s commitment to participate in President Barack Obama’s United We Serve initiative. |
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