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Saturday, December 31, 2011
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You'll find everyone having a massive pop at Lizhatesandrex because they have a nasty name calling pop at everyone who posts against KP...and has been doing so for years and years and years and years and years, sort of like a Great Expectations Miss Haversham...lol lol lol lol
Jamaican opposition wins election
Jamaica's opposition PNP, led by veteran politician Portia Simpson Miller, triumphs in an election dominated by the economy.
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Monday Night Live Chat, Week 16: Falcons (+7) @ Saints
It's the last Monday night game of the season, and it's nice" The Falcons head to the Superdome to take on the Saints, where they could still conceivably win the NFC South, and the Saints are still fighting for the two-seed and a first-round playoff bye. Also, the winners get free nachos.
We'll be here throughout the game with running commentary, observations, insights, polls, blatant lies and a high level of interactivity with you, our dear reader.
We'll get it started a few minutes before kickoff. See you then.
Mailbag: Boxing's real problem (Yahoo! Sports)
The biggest problem in the boxing game isn't lack of quality fighters or television exposure.
Jessie J: Cheryl Cole is a true survivor and so sincere
The singer says Chezza is 'so lovely'
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Friday, December 30, 2011
Wolfe is Y! Sports? boxing trainer of the year (Yahoo! Sports)
Ann Wolfe transformed super welterweight James Kirkland from a brawler to a boxer able to defeat Alfredo Angulo.
N. Korea: No engagement with South
North Korea said Friday that it remained steadfast in its refusal to engage with the current South Korean government, dismissing the prospect of a shift in relations with Seoul after a dynastic succession in Pyongyang.
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Lowe: DRS removes need to change aerodynamics | F1 Fanatic round-up
In the round-up: Paddy Lowe says DRS has removed the need to alter car aerodynamics to aid passing.
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Homs in grief after 'eye of truth' dies
Armed with valor, vigor and a lone video camera, citizen journalist Basil al Sayid chronicled the Syrian siege of Homs for months before a sniper picked him off and killed him. 
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Benelli Due Release Clarified ? End of 2012 & Worldwide
After the news that the Benelli Due 756 would finally be produced and released came out last week, the Italian brand has released a clarification in response to the news that hit the interwebs. Confirming that the Due would indeed become a production model (after making the rounds at motorcycle shows for the better part of the last five years), the Chinese owned Benelli Q.J. released a statement saying that the release date would not ...
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Andre has also admitted taking drugs in his past... Oooh and sleeping with loads n loads of girls .. He is far from an angel yet you Andre fanatics never seem to mention his past.. But fixate on hers.
If you had a reasoned debate it would be better..
If you had a reasoned debate it would be better..
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Pavlik pleads not guilty to drunken driving (AP)
Former middleweight champion Kelly Pavlik has pleaded not guilty to a misdemeanor count charging him with driving an all-terrain vehicle while drunk. The Vindicator newspaper in Youngstown reports Pavlik's attorney, Damian Billak, entered the plea on his behalf in a Mahoning County court. Billak says they look forward to addressing the issues in court.
Thursday, December 29, 2011
AUDIO: 'Thousands of elephants are being killed'
More elephant tusks were seized in 2011 than in any year since 1989, when the ivory trade was banned, international wildlife trade group Traffic says.
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Snipers rule in besieged city of Homs
A filmmaker reports from the deadly Syrian streets of Homs, where snipers enforce an unofficial curfew with apparently indiscriminate fire.
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Late game inactives: Willis, Ginn, Samuel among the absent big names
The San Francisco 49ers got a couple of bits of bad news before their important game against the Seattle Seahawks ? both linebacker Patrick Willis and receiver/returner Tedd Ginn, Jr. are inactive. Ginn made most of the difference last time these two teams faced off ? in San Francisco's 33-17 Week 1 win against the Seahawks at home, Ginn pulled off a 102-yard kick return and 55-yard punt return for touchdown in the fourth quarter.
And with Asante Samuel out for the Philadelphia Eagles against the Dallas Cowboys, expect nickel cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie to start opposite Nnamdi Asomugha. As good as Samuel is, the fact that he only plays off corner on the Eagles' defensive left side might give the Eagles more opportunity to play press man on both sides of the formation in this case.
Here are all the late-game inactives; thanks as always to Brian McIntyre of Mac's Football Blog for the info!
San Diego Chargers at Detroit Lions
San Diego : WR Bryan Walters, T Tony Moll, DE Jacques Cesaire, LB Everette Brown, LB Nate Triplett, LB Travis LaBoy, CB Shareece Wright
Detroit: QB Drew Stanton, RB Aaron Brown, G Leonard Davis, DT Andre Fluellen, CB Aaron Berry, CB Don Carey, S Louis Delmas
Philadelphia Eagles at Dallas Cowboys
Philadelphia: T Winston Justice, G Julian Vandervelde, DT Cedric Thornton, DT Trevor Laws, DE Brandon Graham, LB Greg Lloyd, CB Asante Samuel
Dallas: FB Shaun Chapas, WR Andre Holmes, WR Kevin Ogletree, G David Arkin, G Derrick Dockery, NT Josh Brent, S Danny McCray
San Francisco 49ers at Seattle Seahawks
San Francisco: QB Scott Tolzien, WR Ted Ginn, OL Michael Person, OL Daniel Kilgore, NT Ian Williams, LB Patrick Willis, CB Tramaine Brock
Seattle: QB Josh Portis, T Jarriel King, G Paul Fanaika, DT Clinton McDonald, LB Malcolm Smith, CB Kennard Cox, S Jeron Johnson
Suspect in soldier's shooting pleads not guilty
A man accused of shooting and paralyzing a U.S. Army soldier at a homecoming party pleaded not guilty to all charges at his arraignment Thursday. 
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Michael Jackson - History
- Artist: Michael Jackson
- Label: Epic
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HOW DO YOU KNOW? WERE YOU THERE? I WOULD SUE SOMEONE TOO IF THEY TOLD LIES ABOUT ME. SHE WILL NEVER LEARN, I HOPE WHAT SHE SAID ON TWITTER IS UNTRUE AND HE�SUE HER AGAIN LOL.
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Miami LB Taylor to retire after season (AP)
Linebacker Jason Taylor walked across the locker room brushing his teeth, then ducked into the equipment room to rinse and spit. Minutes later he tried to muster a smile for a cluster of TV cameras. It was time to call it quits. The NFL's active sacks leader said he'll retire after this season, his 15th in the NFL and his 13th with the Miami Dolphins.
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Roethlisberger practices, status unclear (AP)
Charlie Batch stood in the huddle, so intent on hearing Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Bruce Arians' instructions through the speaker in his helmet the veteran backup quarterback couldn't hear the Heinz Field crowd pay tribute during last week's 27-0 romp over St. Louis. It wasn't until one of his teammates tapped Batch on the shoulder that the chants of "Char-lie!
Best fan sign of the year: Packers fan uses game tickets to get back at cheating ex
The Packers are the heart and soul of Green Bay. Fans own "stock" in the team, and season tickets are a valuable commodity. That made tickets to the Christmas night game with archrival Chicago either the best gift a fan could find under the tree, or (if her sign is to be believed) a perfect way to get back at a cheating boyfriend.
[Related: At long last, Lions set to return to playoffs]
Well played, Packer fan. For your use of tickets to get back at the ex and a clearly-written sign that let fans across the country know you were smart enough to move on, you win the Shutdown Corner sign of the year.
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Mathilde comforts youngster at attack victims' tribute
Amongst the thousands that gathered at a memorial service for the victims of the Liege...
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Sebastian Vettel voted F1 Fanatic Driver of the Year | 2011 F1 season review
F1 Fanatics have voted Sebastian Vettel as 2011 Driver of the Year.
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Sutil?s manager denies Ferrari rumours | F1 Fanatic round-up
In the round-up: Adrian Sutil-to-Ferrari rumours denied.
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Dominant Red Bull join F1?s top teams | 2011 F1 season review
Red Bull dominated the 2011 season in a manner not seen since the Schumacher-Ferrari days.
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Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Michael Jackson - The Way You Make Me Feel
- Artist: Michael Jackson
- Label: Epic
- Director:
- Album: Live Experience
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Michael Jackson - They Don't Care About Us
- Artist: Michael Jackson
- Label: MJJ
- Director: Spike Lee
- Album: So Many Stars
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Conrad Murray Sentenced To Four Years In Jail1675062
Former Michael Jackson doctor faces another hearing in January to potentially provide more than $101 million in restitution to the Jackson family.
By Gil Kaufman
Dr. Conrad Murray listens as he sits in court during his sentencing for the involuntary manslaughter of singer Michael Jackson at the Los Angeles Superior Court on November 29, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. Judge Michael E. Pastor sentenced Murray to four years in county jail for his involuntary manslaughter conviction of Jackson.
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Former Michael Jackson doctor Conrad Murray was back in a Los Angeles courtroom on Tuesday morning (November 29), where he was ordered to serve the maximum of four years in county jail. The cardiologist, who was found guilty of one felony count of involuntary manslaughter November 7, was facing up to four years in state prison in the death of the pop icon, but due to recent changes to alleviate overcrowding in California prisons, the judge in the case said he was was unable to send the doctor to state prison for his crime.
Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Michael Pastor had leeway in the sentencing, with options ranging from probation to the full sentence, but in a lengthy ruling from the bench he said that Murray's lack of remorse and negligent behavior argued for the highest possible penalty. Do you think Conrad Murray deserved the maximum sentence? Let us know on Facebook. "He is and remains dangerous ... the request of probation is denied, the court imposes the high term of four years imprisonment in this case," Pastor said during the 90-plus minute hearing. Murray will serve his time in the Los Angeles County Jail, as well as pay nearly $900 in court fees and face another hearing in late January 2012 on a request by the prosecution to provide more than $101 million in restitution to the Jackson family. Murray was found guilty by a jury of one felony count of involuntary manslaughter after prosecutors convinced them that Murray's reckless use of the surgical anesthetic propofol led to the singer's death. Before Pastor's ruling, prosecutors not only asked for the maximum sentence, but also that Murray pay Jackson's children more than $100 million in restitution, which is the amount they believe the singer would have earned had he lived to perform his "This is It" comeback tour, in addition to nearly $2 million in funeral expenses. Prior to handing down the sentence, a peeved-looking Pastor answered a defense question regarding a last minute notice from the prosecution noting that two previous cases suggest that involuntary manslaughter could be considered a "serious" offense and thus should subject Murray to federal prison time. "I don't think these cases have any impact on the realignment statute," Pastor ruled, referring to the new rules regarding sentencing that he believed superseded the earlier cases. Attorney and friend Brian Panish read a statement from the Jackson family at the beginning of the proceedings. "There is now way to adequately describe the loss of our beloved father, son, brother and friend," Panish said. "We still look at each other in disbelief, is it really possible that he is gone? As Michael's parents we never could have imaged we would live to witness his passing. It is simply against the natural order of things. As his brothers and sisters we will never be able to hold, laugh, or perform again with our brother Michael. And as his children, we will grow up without a father, our best friend, our playmate and our dad. We are not here to seek revenge, there is nothing you can do today that will bring Michael back. But we will keep the love in our in our hearts that Michael embodied throughout his life. His passion was for unifying the world through the gift of his artistry. We respectfully request that you impose a sentence that reminds physicians that they cannot sell their services to the highest bidder and cast aside their Hippocratic oath to do no harm. As we all know from this tragedy, doing so can have devastating results. The bible reminds us that men cannot do justice they can only seek justice. And that is all we ask as a family and that is all that we can ask for here." As in the past, Murray, 58, sat stone-faced, listening to the statement and prosecutor David Walgren's quick rehashing of the facts in the case. "He looked out for himself and not Michael Jackson," Walgren said, going on to argue why the court should deny the defense's request for probation. He quoted Pastor's own comments about the dangerous nature of Murray's action following the verdict as evidence that Murray should face a more serious penalty than probation. He said Murray's abandonment of a vulnerable Jackson in the time of the singer's need, as well as the planning the doctor underwent to procure the propofol and to not keep clear medical records about their administration were also reasons to deny probation. "It is the people's position that prison is warranted," Walgren said, adding that it was Murray's negligent actions before, during and after Jackson's death, as well as his lack of remorse and failure to take personal responsibility — as evidenced in clip from a documentary interview nine days before the verdict in which he denied culpability — that call for the longer term. A number of Jackson's family members, including mother Katherine and siblings LaToya, Jermaine, Randy and Rebbie, were reportedly on hand for the court date. When asked by the judge if the new sentencing laws allowed Murray to be sent to prison for the full term, Walgren said they did not. While the defense did not call any witnesses to testify — and Murray did not wish to speak — defense attorney Ed Chernoff did reference more than 30 pages of support memorandum from friends, family and patients in his brief statements. He agreed that Murray's actions do warrant punishment, but asked how the court viewed the book of Murray's life, versus one chapter. "He shouldn't have done it," he said of Murray's actions. "We're going to be honest about vulnerability. Michael Jackson was a drug seeker and he sought it out from Dr. Murray who was wrong in providing it." Chernoff painted Jackson as a rich, powerful person who had the means to do whatever he wanted and asked the court to consider Murray's life before the doctor began working for Jackson. He described Murray's currently cloistered existence in jail in protective custody and asked, "but what about the rest of his life? What about before Michael Jackson asked for propofol?" he wondered, noting that for 56 years Murray had never run afoul of the law and had raised a family following his destitute beginnings on the island of Grenada. "Does any of that matter at all?" Chernoff asked dramatically as he unspooled his client's rise from poverty and what he described as a professional life dedicated to helping poor and disadvantaged patients. "I think it should matter," he answered. "But when the glow of vengeance has faded, he still is someone else's problem. And Dr. Murray can do things for the community on probation that he could never do sitting in that room." Pastor noted that he had discretion in sentencing in this case and that he took into account that both sides have said that Murray's actions did result in the death of Jackson, though pointedly noted that Murray did not take responsibility in the MSNBC documentary that aired days after the guilty verdict. Because the case involved criminal negligence, which requires more than carelessness or mistake in judgment, but reckless actions that result in death, Pastor said it was important to focus on those factors. "This is not a question about what might have happened or what if someone else had been involved if not for Dr. Murray," he said. "That is an insult to the medical profession. The fact is that Michael Jackson died because of the action of and the failure to perform the medical duties of Dr. Murray." The judge said he had taken into account the full story of Murray's life, but said the "unconscionable lies" to medical personnel and a series of "inconceivable" decisions the doctor made on June 25, 2009 jeopardized the life of his patient and superseded what the doctor had done before. "Why give probation to someone who is offended by the whole idea that that person is even before the court," he said, referring to a "failure of character" on behalf of Murray, most specifically, a secret recording the physician made of the singer that Pastor characterized as a type of "insurance policy" against a potential future conflict between the doctor and patient that seemed beyond the pale. The day before the sentence was handed down, Murray's mother, Milta Rush, reportedly wrote a letter to judge Pastor asking him for mercy, saying, "his [Murray's] compassion and his soft heartedness for others led to this dilemma." Pastor said he could find no reason to grant probation to Murray, whose actions he called a "gross, continuing deviation" from medical standards, and who he claimed is and remains a danger to the community. Without the legal authority to send Murray to state prison, Pastor said, "the court has determined that the appropriate term is the higher term of four years imprisonment ... because I find that Dr. Murray had abandoned his patient, who was trusting him ... he has absolutely no remorse." A future date in January was set to begin discussing the prosecution's request for restitution. After being given credit for 46 days of time served and good time credit, Murray was led out of the courtroom in handcuffs. The Los Angeles County Sheriff will determine how much time Murray will actually do in his equally overcrowded jail and Murray's lawyers have indicated that they plan to launch an appeal at a later date.
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Michael Jackson - They Don't Care About Us
- Artist: Michael Jackson
- Label: MJJ
- Director: Spike Lee
- Album: So Many Stars
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Conrad Murray Sentence 'Not Enough,' MJ Fans Say
But other Michael Jackson supporters outside L.A. courthouse tell MTV News 'justice has been served.'
By Katie Byrne, with reporting by Vanessa White Wolf
Conrad Murray looks on during the final stage of Conrad Murray's defense in his involuntary manslaughter trial in the death of singer Michael Jackson at the Los Angeles Superior Court on November 1, 2011
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LOS ANGELES — During the trial of Dr. Conrad Murray, Michael Jackson's fans have been as much a fixture at the courthouse as the Jackson family. When Murray was sentenced to four years in jail Tuesday (November 29), MTV News spoke with those loyal fans outside the court to see if the maximum sentence was an apt punishment.
"Four years — not enough, but at least something," said one fan, sporting a red jacket in tribute to MJ. "And where I come from, a little something is always better than nothing."
One pair of friends might have been wearing matching Thriller T-shirts, but their opinions on Murray's sentence certainly didn't match. "If four years is the maximum and he got the maximum — I know she's not happy, but I'm happy," one of the women said, gesturing to her less-than-pleased companion. "I feel like justice was served and that L.A. can now be proud and stand tall."
"It's better than nothing, but it's not even close to justice," said another fan, wearing Jackson's trademark fedora and sequined glove. "Not only was [Murray] negligent; he let the man die. It's unconscionable. He didn't even try. How would a heart doctor not know how to give CPR? It's insane."
The cardiologist, who was found guilty of one felony count of involuntary manslaughter November 7, was facing up to four years in state prison in the death of the pop icon, but due to recent changes to alleviate overcrowding in California prisons, the judge in the case said he was unable to send the doctor to state prison for his crime. On top of that, legal expert Mike Cavalluzzi told MTV News that Murray will likely serve less than half of his four-year sentence.
Those legal loopholes concerned a female fan outside the courthouse, but she was also happy that the maximum punishment was doled out.
"The only thing I'm worried about now, with the overcrowding of the jails, he might get one year and house arrest," she told MTV News. "I'm just hoping it'll be four years, that's what I'm praying. I'm just glad that justice has been served today, and I'm glad justice can be served to the family and to the fans, and everybody around today will be happy and celebrate that justice has been served. And I'm sure Michael's looking from heaven right now."
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Monday, December 26, 2011
Michael Jackson's Family Not Out For 'Revenge'
'There is nothing you can do here today that will bring Michael back,' Joe and Katherine Jackson say in a statement read at Conrad Murray hearing.
By Andrea Duncan-Mao, with reporting by Gil Kaufman
Katherine Jackson arrives for the sentencing of Dr. Conrad Murray at the Los Angeles Superior Court on November 29, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. Murray was convicted on November 7 for the 2009 death of Jackson from an overdose of the powerful anesthetic propofol and faces up to four years in state prison. (Photo by )
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At Tuesday's (November 29) sentencing hearing for Dr. Conrad Murray — where Michael Jackson's former personal physician received four years in jail for involuntary manslaughter — a statement from Jackson's parents was read in court.
"We still look at each other in disbelief: Is it really possible he is gone? It is simply against the natural order of things," Joe and Katherine Jackson said in the statement, read by Jackson family attorney Brian Panish. "We are not here to seek revenge. There is nothing you can do here today that will bring Michael back."
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Along with Katherine, Michael's siblings LaToya, Jermaine, Randy and Rebbie were also reportedly in attendance at the hearing.
In regards to the sentence, the family said in the statement: "We respectfully request you impose a sentence that reminds physicians they cannot sell their services to the highest bidder."
The judge agreed, lamenting that due to a new California law to address overcrowding in prisons, he was unable to sentence Murray to state prison. Stating that Murray practiced "horrible medicine" and had "absolutely no remorse," Judge Michael Pastor declined the defense's motion for probation and handed down the stiffest sentence possible — four years — which Murray will most likely serve in a Los Angeles county jail or on home confinement.
Upon leaving the courthouse, Michael's brother Jermaine, when asked if the four-year sentence was enough, shook his head and said, "No." Katherine told local TV station KTLA, "Four years is not enough for someone's life. It won't bring him back. But at least he got the maximum, and I thought the judge was very, very fair."
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Sebastian Vettel voted F1 Fanatic Driver of the Year | 2011 F1 season review
F1 Fanatics have voted Sebastian Vettel as 2011 Driver of the Year.
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Watch Jonathan Rea?s Record WSBK Superpole at Portimao from a Mechanic?s Point of View
Taking the pole position at the final World Superbike round at Portimao, Jonathan Rea not only put his Castrol Honda on the front of the grid, but also broke set the fastest lap ever for a motorcycle at the Portuguese track. Fortuitously, the factory Honda WSBK team fitted one of its mechanics with a GoPro camera to capture the Superpole from the team’s point-of-view. At 6’10″ tall (2.1 meters), the view provided by Daniel Postmus ...
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Sunday, December 25, 2011
Michael Jackson - Hold My Hand
- Artist: Michael Jackson
- Label: Columbia Records/SMG
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- Album: Illegal Business?
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'X Factor' Michael Jackson Night Has Singers On Edge
Meanwhile, Paula Abdul has been absent from the set since her final group was eliminated last week.
By Jim Cantiello
Michael Jackson in the video for "Hold My Hand"
Photo: Sony Music Entertainment
MTV News' own Jim Cantiello is exclusively covering "The X Factor" rehearsals. Read on for his fly-on-the-wall backstage report!
LOS ANGELES — "The X Factor" top seven are back on the lot after their first (and only) mini-vacation of the season. And as the Thanksgiving tryptophan wears off, the anxiety of another double elimination is setting in.
Adding to the stress? "The X Factor" is tackling the songs of Michael Jackson on Wednesday night (November 30), on the 29th anniversary of Thriller's release, no less.
One of the contestants is so stressed over the theme he's emerged as a total perfectionist. During Monday's rehearsals, he had already nixed multiple arrangements the show had provided him. "This is the most unprepared I've felt on a Monday," he said to his mentor as they rushed out of Stage 36. There was a camera crew chasing them to capture the drama — as well as the ensuing late-night emergency meeting with the vocal coaches — so don't be surprised if some of this intense footage ends up in your living room. (This afternoon's dress rehearsal went swimmingly, for the record.)
Meanwhile, one contestant had a full-on battle with his/her mentor over a chair. The mentor said, "Sit and sing." The contestant said, "Again?! How about I do something on my feet for Michael Jackson week?" Another mentor came to the defense of the contestant. In the end, the contestant is sitting after all. Don't worry, contestant. The eerie arrangement of an MJ classic is what folks are going to be buzzing about. No one will care if you sit or stand. In the control room, I spied one of the bigwigs utter the word "brilliant!" after the contestant's dress rehearsal.
Another hot topic: wardrobe! When paying homage to one of the biggest music icons ever, it's tempting for the stylists to include clothing nods to Michael's various looks. But several singers are worried they'll look too much like Jackson impersonators, which has caused many a headache in the wardrobe trailer. But stylist June Ambrose is still able to keep things light in the midst of the drama. While waiting around for a contestant's last-minute fitting, she started an impromptu MJ dance party on the lot. Crotch grabs and "woo" included!
Lastly, Paula Abdul's sunny energy has been noticeably absent on the CBS lot now that all her groups have been eliminated. She went from being the most hands-on mentor to an on-set ghost. "The X Factor" family can't wait to welcome her back for her first live show as strictly a judge. What do you think she's been doing with her newfound free time?
You can catch Jim on the "X Factor Pepsi Pre-Show," streaming at 7 p.m. ET tonight on TheXFactorUSA.com!
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Michael Jackson - History
- Artist: Michael Jackson
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The Chrysanthemum and the Sword
Talking to a colleague the other day, we came to a frank discussion about how the European motorcycle brands weathered the recession better when compared to their Japanese counterparts. While there are many factors at play in this statement, there is at least a component of truth to the idea that strong brand integration helped spur the Europeans into setting record months, quarters, and years during a global economic downturn, while companies like Honda, Kawasaki, ...
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Michael Jackson Doctor Conrad Murray Files Appeal
Murray will represent himself as he contests involuntary manslaughter conviction for which he faces up to four years in state prison.
By Kara Warner
Dr. Conrad Murray
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As expected, Michael Jackson's former doctor Conrad Murray has filed an appeal to challenge his involuntary manslaughter conviction.
According to TMZ, Murray filed the petition in pro per, which means he has decided to forego hiring legal representation and represent himself. He reportedly listed "Men's Central Jail" and his booking number in the space on the appeal document where a lawyer would normally list a firm's name or contact information.
TMZ also reported that although Murray seems to be without a lawyer, he is still in communication with Nareg Gourjian, one of the attorneys who represented him during his manslaughter trial.
"This case presents a gold mine of issues for any appellate lawyer," Gourjian told TMZ. "Dr. Murray is confident that the Court of Appeal will vindicate him."
Following the guilty verdict, Murray's lead defense lawyer Ed Chernoff told CNN, "What matters most right now is trying to keep Dr. Murray from taking up a prison cell in this community. That's what we're focusing on right now, and we'll deal with an appeal after that."
Murray was sentenced to four years in jail Tuesday, but due to overcrowding, he's unlikely to serve his full term.
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Saturday, December 24, 2011
The 2011 F1 season in 100 pictures | 2011 F1 season review
Look back on this year's racing with a collection of 100 of the best pictures of the year.
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Michael Jackson - The Behind The Mask Project
- Artist: Michael Jackson
- Label: Epic
- Director: Dennis Liu
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F1 Fanatic?s article highlights of 2011 | 2011 F1 season review
Some of my favourite articles from the year and a reminder of some of the new features which have appeared during 2011.
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Michael Jackson - Thriller (Long Vers.)
- Artist: Michael Jackson
- Label: Epic Records
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- Album: Kicking Cans
Michael Jackson - Man In The Mirror
- Artist: Michael Jackson
- Label: Epic Records
- Director: n/a
- Album: Basia on Broadway
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Montezemolo: Failure to compromise harmed FOTA | F1 Fanatic round-up
In the round-up: Ferrari's Luca di Montezemolo on FOTA.
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Friday, December 23, 2011
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