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Here's a round up of some interesting news and stuff
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Michael Jackson memorial set for Tuesday
(Reuters)
Reuters - A public memorial for pop star Michael Jackson took shape Thursday when a concert backer and family spokesman said the event would take place next week, even as doubt lingered over the guardianship of the singer's children.
Tributes to Jackson spring up in unlikely locales
(AP)
AP - Tilesha McClurkin wanted to join other Michael Jackson fans to celebrate his life, but she knew she wouldn't be able to go to whatever official memorial celebration might be held.
AEG chief: Rehearsal footage may become motion pic
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AP - A 30-second snippet of Michael Jackson rehearsing two days before his death was released Thursday, part of more than 100 hours of footage that could be turned into live albums, a movie and a pay-per-view special, the promoter said.
Los Angeles police under scrutiny in Jackson death
(AP)
AP - The investigation of Michael Jackson's death is widening as questions intensify about the drugs he took, the doctors who provided them and the actions of police.
Rolling Stone: Features
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"Play" 10 Years Later: Moby's Track by Track Guide to 1999's Global Smash
How scratchy field recordings, Gwen Stefani and a Leonardo DiCaprio flick transformed him from a "has-been" into an international star
When Play was released, I kind of thought my career was over," says Moby. He's speaking from the sparse, utilita...(see link for full story)
Michael Jackson: The Essential Playlist
Look back at the King of Pop's remarkable career in Rolling Stone's archives. Check out photos, cover stories, album reviews and more at our Michael Jackson hub.
Culling a playlist from an artist as estimable and...
"Not Like Other Guys": Rob Sheffield Remembers Michael Jackson
Look back at the King of Pop's remarkable career in Rolling Stone's archives. Check out photos, cover stories, album reviews and more at our Michael Jackson hub.
The night Michael Jackson died: a street corner in...
Michael Jackson Fans Flood L.A. Landmarks to Remember King of Pop
Look back at the King of Pop's remarkable career in Rolling Stone's archives. Check out photos, cover stories, album reviews and more at our Michael Jackson hub.
Soon after word of Michael Jackson's death got around...
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A New Strategy on Illicit Work by Immigrants
Instead of workplace raids and roundups of workers, the Obama administration is taking a less confrontational approach with employers such as American Apparel.
Russia?s Neighbors Resist Wooing and Bullying
Using carrots and sticks, Russia has tried to win over its ex-Soviet neighbors, but they often have other ideas.
Coffers Empty, California Pays With I.O.U.?s
Vendors and taxpayers awaiting refunds will get i.o.u.?s as the governor and state lawmakers continue to wrangle over how to close a $27 billion budget gap.
Joblessness Hits 9.5%, Deflating Recovery Hopes
The pace of job losses quickened last month with the American economy shedding 467,000 jobs, as unemployment rose to its highest level in 26 years.
Yahoo! News: Odd News
Odd News
Police: Conn. teens mishear sex screams, beat man
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AP - A 16-year-old girl thought she heard her mother being assaulted by her boyfriend and rounded up some friends who beat him up, only to learn later that the couple actually were having sex, the woman and police said. The girl misinterpreted the...(see link for full story)
Va. woman rides to landfill in trash bin
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AP - Workers at the Frederick County Landfill were surprised by what they found in a large trash bin trucked in from a Goodwill Industries store: a woman who had apparently gotten trapped. "They opened the door and she got out," said landfill manager Ron Kimble.
Man says bear mugged him for his Italian sandwich
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AP - A northwestern New Jersey man said he was mugged in his driveway by a sandwich-craving bear. Henry Rouwendal said he was packing his car last Friday when he was hit from behind and knocked to the ground. He said the culprit was a black bear w...(see link for full story)
New Swiss firefighting tool: TV remote control
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AP - It must rank among the easiest fires ever to put out. Zurich authorities say police and firefighters were called to the house of an elderly woman early Thursday after she reported her television set was burning. When they arrived, they discov...(see link for full story)
Marketplace
Marketplace
Euro countries face similar job crisis
The U.S. isn't the only country reeling from grim unemployment numbers. Workers in the 16 countries that use the euro are also feeling the effects of the global recession. Stephen Beard reports.
Banks fear counterfeit California IOUs
As California begins issuing IOUs, banks are worried that counterfeit notes may become a big problem. But the state insists fraud protection efforts are in place. Sarah Gardner reports.
GM plans 'toxic' clearance sale
The bankrupt carmaker is cleaning out its garage in an effort to form a new, pared-down company. But bondholders are fighting over which assets will stay and which will get offered to outside buyers. Jeremy Hobson reports
Was the American Revolution worth it?
Back in 1776, the fight against taxation without representation led to the Revolutionary War and eventually America's independence from Britain. Economist Kevin Hassett wonders if it was worth it in the long run.
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UK Lt Colonel dies in Afghanistan
The highest ranking Army officer to be killed since the Falklands War is one of the two latest casualties in Afghanistan.
Patient safety 'still threatened'
Changes recommended after a fatal drug slip-up eight years ago have not been implemented, MPs say in a review of patient safety.
School place 'fraud' case dropped
A London council withdraws its action against a mother it accused of lying to gain a school place.
UN chief begins mission in Burma
The UN secretary general visits Burma to seek the release of political prisoners including Aung San Suu Kyi.
NPR: All Songs Considered Podcast
In NPR Music's All Songs Considered, host Bob Boilen brings you an eclectic mix of fresh music by emerging and breakout bands and musical icons.
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