Saree clad Malay beauty pageant contenders to do their bit for charityOctober 8th, 2009 KUALA LUMPUR - A Malay beauty pageant contender has revealed that she is very excited to wear a saree for the competition, and hopes her act will encourage others to wear the attire. University student Suguna Tan Sui Mei, 20, who is among the finalists of the annual Deepavali Saree Queen contest, said she decided to take part in the competition following encouragement from family and friends.
'Sexy' Beyonce promotes hedonism, says Malay partySeptember 24th, 2009 KUALA LUMPUR - A Malay conservative party has slammed Beyonce Knowles' upcoming concert in the country, saying the singer promotes hedonism with her 'sexy image'. Ahmad Sabki, Pas Youth's vice-chief, said they were opposed to Western entertainment such as that of the R and B lady, known for her sexy attire and seductive dancing, in Malaysia.
Kelly To Release Unfinished Jackson AlbumSeptember 2nd, 2009 R&B star R. KELLY is planning to finish and release the album MICHAEL JACKSON was working on when he died. Kelly had worked with the King of Pop on numerous occasions and claims Jackson reached out to him shortly before his June (09) death to discuss his upcoming release.
Facts Of The Day (Michael Jackson)August 28th, 2009 MICHAEL JACKSON has been added to Etch-a-Sketch artist George Vlosich III's quirky star gallery. The King of Pop's death in June (09) prompted the famous arty twiddler to create something special in his honour..
Tito Jackson says he will pay tribute to brother Michael during string of British showsAugust 20th, 2009 Tito Jackson says UK shows will honor MichaelLONDON — Tito Jackson says he plans to pay tribute to his brother Michael during a British tour later this year. Jackson is supporting soul diva Gladys Knight on a tour starting Oct.
Michael Jackson to be buried on birthdayAugust 17th, 2009 LOS ANGELES - Pop legend Michael Jackson will be laid to rest on his birthday, according to the singer's father. Jackson will be buried in Forest Lawn cemetery at 10 a.m.
MJ's 'lovechild calls him dad in 1997 jet ski video'August 4th, 2009 LONDON - Michael Jackson can apparently be seen in a video with the boy alleged to be his secret lovechild, who calls the star "dad" during their family outing. Omer Bhatti has been speculated to be Jackson's fourth child, though the lad has reportedly denied the claim.
I can't believe it's not Michael! Iowa fair nixes plans for King of Pop butter statueJuly 18th, 2009 King of Pop creamed in online butter statue voteDES MOINES, Iowa — Jesus Christ and his apostles made the cut. So did John Wayne, Elvis and Tiger.
Michael Jackson fans gather at London's O2 arena in tributeJuly 13th, 2009 Michael Jackson fans gather at London's O2 arenaLONDON — Hundreds of Michael Jackson fans gathered outside London's O2 arena to pay tribute to the star on what would have been the evening of his first concert. The fans brought candles and flowers to lay outside the 23,000 seat arena Monday, where Jackson was due to begin his run of 50 concerts.
Pelosi says no need for House to consider resolution in praise of Michael JacksonJuly 9th, 2009 Pelosi: Resolution on Michael Jackson unnecessaryWASHINGTON — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she sees no need for a House resolution in praise of Michael Jackson. Pelosi, D-Calif., says Jackson was a great performer, but she thinks the resolution is unnecessary.
Corey Feldman dressed like Jackson at Michael Jackson Memorial ServiceJuly 7th, 2009 Corey Feldman, former child star and one time close friend of King of Pop Michael Jackson attended his memorial service at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. He was dressed in a full Michael Jackson outfit.
Madonna to pay tribute to Michael Jackson in concert at same arena where he was to performJuly 3rd, 2009 Madonna to pay tribute to Jackson in concertLOS ANGELES — Madonna is paying tribute to Michael Jackson in the same arena where he was to stage his great comeback. The superstar is preparing a special part of her concert Saturday at O2 arena.
Start the Presses: Instant Michael Jackson books coming.June 30th, 2009 Instant Michael Jackson books comingNEW YORK — The "instant" books on Michael Jackson are coming soon. People and Life magazine each are preparing commemorative editions, due in August.
Jackson family statement on death of pop superstarJune 28th, 2009 Jackson family statement on death of pop starTranscript of statement issued by the family of Michael Jackson through People magazine:
"In one of the darkest moments of our lives we find it hard to find the words appropriate to this sudden tragedy we all had to encounter. Our beloved son, brother and father of three children has gone so unexpectedly, in such a tragic way and much too soon.
Networks continue tributes to Michael JacksonJune 27th, 2009 Networks continue Michael Jackson tributesNEW YORK — Television networks scheduled tributes to Michael Jackson over the weekend and beyond for viewers who wanted to remember the singer's life and music. Here are some of the highlights, all times EDT:
—MTV airs "A Celebration of Michael Jackson on MTV" at 10 p.m.