Britney Spears' comeback: A snap judgment Dec 3, 2008
Leave the "pop princess" stuff to the teeny-boppers and old cougars (like Madonna) who are too egotistical to grow up. Posted by. (Los Angeles Times)
Masters bring Melba back to life Dec 2, 2008
Now at 42 and after much wooing, the Madonna of her day had been persuaded to make her first, historic records. Still, true to form, she had refused to attend The Gramophone Company's recording "laboratory", as she called it. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Madonna, A-Rod In Mexico City Dec 2, 2008
(AP) Alex Rodriguez and Madonna were together - in the same city, anyway ... It wasn't immediately known if the All-Star third baseman and Madonna met while in Mexico City ... When asked what he thought about being in the city at the same time as Madonna, Rodriguez said it was "very good," without elaborating. (CBS News)
Cultural immersion Dec 2, 2008
Old Michael Jackson songs and Madonna are also popular. And they wear toe socks, which are either socks with toes, or socks with holes for displaying one s nude toes. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Madonna scraps Australian shows Dec 2, 2008
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Retirement distribution rule changes proposed Dec 2, 2008
Tuesday, December 2, 2008. If you are 70 1/2 or older, should you take the minimum required distribution from your retirement accounts this year. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Nelson staying onboard Dec 2, 2008
Tuesday, December 2, 2008. Coach Don Nelson says he has every intention of finishing out the three seasons left on his contract - rebuilding project and all. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Madonna On Malawi Dec 2, 2008
Cable TV audience for Madonna doc about Malawi. Article:Cable TV audience for Madonna doc about Malawi:/c/a/2008/11/30/DDNA14EQ3R.DTL Article:Cable TV audience for Madonna doc about Malawi:/c/a/2008/11/30/DDNA14EQ3R.DTL ... Cable TV audience for Madonna doc about Malawi. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Inside the bubble of Britney Dec 2, 2008
Instead, we get the news flash from Madonna that "things happen for a reason" and "there is order in the universe.". In this way, "Britney: For the Record" is a film of startling insight: In what universe is Madonna the go-to gal on spiritual and emotional growth. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Affable, emotional TV host turned viewers on to late-night talk Dec 2, 2008
Article:JACK PAAR / 1918-2004 / Affable, emotional TV host turn:/c/a/2004/01/28/MNGQ04JDB91. DTL Article:JACK PAAR / 1918-2004 / Affable, emotional TV host turn:/c/a/2004/01/28/MNGQ04JDB91. (Yahoo News -- Jack Parr)
What Are Web Surfers Seeking? Well, It's Just What You'd Think Dec 2, 2008
Here are some random searches, and the numbers for each: Britney Spears -- 3,938; God -- 3,279; Madonna -- 1,881; Mother Teresa -- 165; Stephen Hawking -- 41; Kofi Annan -- 12. While clearly celebrities did well, writers seemed to fare badly. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
A-Rod spotted in another Madonna concert stop Dec 2, 2008
Madonna performed at Mexico City's Foro Sol stadium on Saturday; alleged beau Alex Rodriguez was spotted doing charity work there this weekend. By Olga R. Rodriguez, Associated Press MEXICO CITY Alex Rodriguez and Madonna were together in the same city, anyway ... It wasn't immediately known if the All-Star third baseman and Madonna met while in the Mexican capital. (USA Today -- Life)
Celeb Heat Index: A year in the tumultuous life of Britney Dec 2, 2008
Even as a mistrial is declared in her L.A. case of driving without a license, her news is overtaken by other events, including reaction to Paul Newman's Sept. 26 death, Scarlett Johansson's wedding to Ryan Reynolds, Madonna and Guy Ritchie's breakup announcement and the slayings of Jennifer Hudson's family. November. (USA Today -- Life)
Madonna 'to set solo tour record' Dec 2, 2008
Madonna 'to set solo tour record. Madonna will break her own record for her Confessions tour ... Madonna's current Sticky and Sweet tour is set to become the biggest selling tour by a solo artist. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Modest gains for Bush at Summit of Americas / Sweeping promises, sharp divisions as 34-nation meeting ends Dec 2, 2008
Article:Modest gains for Bush at Summit of Americas / Sweeping :/c/a/2004/01/14/MNGS649LV91. DTL Article:Modest gains for Bush at Summit of Americas / Sweeping :/c/a/2004/01/14/MNGS649LV91. (Yahoo News -- Summit of the Americas)
Join Britney's Circus Dec 2, 2008
Other Circus acts are entertaining, but not as remarkable: Unusual You is a strobe-lit, heart-shaped testimonial; the go-go/Outkast-stealing MMM Papi is a sexed-up lark; and Lace and Leather is a cheap Madonna knock-off. My Baby (one of two tracks co-written by the mother of two) is cloying and sung softly by someone who sounds nothing at all like the robotic vocalist on the album's hit first single, Womanizer. (Globe and Mail)
Don't rationalize the evil of terrorism Dec 2, 2008
Don't rationalize the evil of terrorism. Article:Don't rationalize the evil of terrorism:/c/a/2008/12/01/ED2N14DRM3. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Recording Academy Chooses 28 Titles For Grammy Hall Of Fame Dec 2, 2008
New York Yankees star Alex Rodriguez was in Mexico City on the same weekend that Madonna was performing there. It wasn't immediately known if the All-Star third baseman and Madonna met while there. (KWTX.com, TX)
Raiders' hope turns into Chiefs win Dec 2, 2008
David White, Chronicle Staff Writer. Monday, December 1, 2008. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Fame is (pouty face) hard, says Britney Spears Dec 2, 2008
Instead, we get the news flash from Madonna that "things happen for a reason" and "there is order in the universe," though not apparently when some of her technical equipment fails and almost causes her to cancel her portion of a show at Dodger Stadium ... In this way, "Britney: For the Record" is a film of startling insight: In what universe is Madonna the go-to gal on spiritual and emotional growth. (Los Angeles Times)
Teens' abuse of cough medications soaring Dec 2, 2008
Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Teens' abuse of cough medications soari:/c/a/2006/12/06/BAGK6MQA271. DTL Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Teens' abuse of cough medications soari:/c/a/2006/12/06/BAGK6MQA271. (Yahoo News -- Substance Use)
Spears: Yahoo's most popular search term in 2008 Dec 2, 2008
Singer Britney Spears walks on stage to perform with Madonna (not pictured) during the Los Angeles date of her "Sticky and Sweet" tour at Dodgers stadium in Los Angeles Nov. 6, 2008 ... Singer Britney Spears performs with Madonna (not pictured) during the Los Angeles date of her "Sticky and Sweet" tour at Dodgers stadium in Los Angeles Nov. 6, 2008. (Xinhuanet, China)
Huge statue to be jailed in anti-Bush rally Dec 2, 2008
S.F. General's Ward 86 marks 25 years of treating AIDS. All-Star MLB player and Madonna visit Mexico City at the same time. FromOak Tree Mazda. (Yahoo News -- Anti-War Movement)
Lady GaGa takes Aguilera's comments in stride Dec 2, 2008
The New York Post called her "the future of pop", while others see her following in the sashaying footsteps of Madonna, Kylie Minogue and Gwen Stefani. Though her club-friendly singles such as Just Dance and Poker Face have been successful internationally -- both songs reached No. 1 in Australia -- she keeps a special place in her heart for the Great White North. (London Free Press)
Could There Ever Be Another Britney Spears? Brit's Manager, TMZ Editor, Perez Hilton Weigh In Dec 2, 2008
I guess someday she'll be the Madonna to that new Britney. " But 00003A45 Britney isn't exactly Madonna. For starters, Madonna emerged on the pop scene as an adult, so she never played up jailbait fantasies and has always had a strong sense of self. Britney, who started as a teenager, grew up in the public eye. Andthat's another reason to argue that there will never be another Brit: Her path to stardom and the difficult steps contained within it were so well documented thatmanagers,handlers... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Britney Spears Explains Breakups, Breakdowns, Motherhood In 'For The Record' Dec 2, 2008
" Britney's dad, Jamie Spears, and her longtime manager, Larry Rudolph, were also featured in the documentary, as well the pop singer's mentor, Madonna. "I admire her as an artist," the Material Girl said, adding that she sees a lot of herself in the young singer. But Spears isn't just a pop star, she's also a mother to her two sons. And they are the people in her life that help her hold onto her faith. "I see my babies and say. you have to believe in God," she said. "How can these two babies be... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Madonna On Track To Set Record With Sticky & Sweet Tour Dec 2, 2008
Madonna On Track To Set Record With Sticky & Sweet Tour. Singer is three weeks away from finishing the highest-grossing tour by a female or solo artist. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Madonna, A-Rod in Mexico Dec 2, 2008
U.S. singer Madonna performs during her 'Sticky and Sweet' tour at Foro Sol in Mexico City, Saturday, Nov. 29, 2008 ... New York Yankees star Alex Rodriguez and Madonna were together -- in the same city, anyway ... It wasn't immediately known if the All-Star third baseman and Madonna met while in Mexico City. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Madonna gets animated at the Grammys - but it's U2's night Dec 2, 2008
Madonna shares the stage with cartoon band Gorillaz ... It also celebrated and included performances by many industry veterans such as Sir Paul McCartney, Madonna and Bruce Springsteen and even beckoned from retirement the reclusive funk icon Sly Stone, who gave his first public performance in 13 years ... co.uk/news/uknews/1510157/Madonna-gets-animated-at-the-Grammys---but-its-U2s-night. (Yahoo News -- Grammy Awards)
It's a High-5 Night for U2 Dec 2, 2008
The article also referred to a Madonna performance of the song "Hang Up." The song's title is "Hung Up.". Mariah Carey songs An article in Thursday's Calendar about Mariah Carey's night at the Grammys said she was the first artist after the Beatles to have the No. 1 and 2 songs on the American pop chart in the same week. (Yahoo News -- Grammy Awards)
Britney Spearss X Factor comeback was nothing to sing about Dec 1, 2008
The club s website buzzed with comments from disappointed clubbers who flocked to the venue, which has previously hosted Kylie MInogue, Cyndi Lauper and Madonna, after rumours that Spears would perform there ... In 2004 Sir Elton John, appearing at the Q Awards in London, attacked Madonna for allegedly miming ... As he collected a prize for songwriting, Sir Elton laid into the singer, who had been nominated for Best Live Act, saying: Madonna, best f*****g live act. (Times Online)
A-coincidence? Madonna and A-rod both in Mexico City Dec 1, 2008
Madonna and A-Rod both in Mexico City. n. (New York Daily News)
Cultural immersion Dec 1, 2008
Old Michael Jackson songs and Madonna are also popular. And they wear toe socks, which are either socks with toes, or socks with holes for displaying one s nude toes. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Did Britney mime? Comeback performance leaves idiots guessing Dec 1, 2008
First she is too fat, too thin, oh she wearing the same outfit as Madonna (like Madonna gives a damn because she likes britney anyway) and now shes miming yet again. I mean Britney is there to entertain and that's what she does. (Ninemsn)
Wii hits the right educational notes Dec 1, 2008
Madonna, certainly kid-friendly stuff -- but the bulk of the game involves working with notes, pitch, rhythm and how to create musical passages such as melody or chorus. There are no accompanying bulky instruments to buy or store. (The Province)
Report: Marbury lashes out at teammates, D'Antoni Dec 1, 2008
Monday, December 1, 2008. (12-01) 02:33 PST New York (AP). (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Harris scores career-high 47 as Nets topple Suns Dec 1, 2008
By The Associated Press. Monday, December 1, 2008. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Plan to Meet? Dec 1, 2008
Madonna, Alex Rodriguez in Mexico City ... MEXICO CITY New York Yankees third-baseman Alex Rodriguez appeared in Mexico City on the same weekend as Madonna a turn of events he called "very good." ... Pop star Madonna meanwhile prepared to perform for a sold-out second night in the capital as part of her "Sticky & Sweet" tour. (Fox News)
Sir Elton Winehouse? Dec 1, 2008
Madonna s processed voice makes a cameo appearance on a track on Britney Spears new album, Circus. The song is called "Kill the Lights," and Madonna s trademark voice comes in at exactly 50 seconds, when she sings a whole verse including the line: "There s more to me than what you see." The song is about paparazzi, one of the least interesting subjects known to man ... Later in the song which should be a big dance hit in clubs Britney makes a throwaway reference to Madonna. (Fox News)
Madonna's film about orphans to air on Sundance Dec 1, 2008
NEW YORK (AP) -- Madonna's awakening to the crisis in Malawi -- an impoverished African nation where one million children are orphaned by AIDS -- had many consequences ... The feature-length film was written, produced and narrated by Madonna (directed by Nathan Rissman) ... "I had many goals," said Madonna during a phone conversation from her Manhattan home a few days ago. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Infotainment Dec 1, 2008
Sticky and Sweet mexico city: US singer Madonna performs during her Sticky and Sweet tour at the Foro Sol stadium. reuters. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Madonna tour grosses $91.5 million Dec 1, 2008
Madonna tour grosses $91 ... Madonna tour grosses $91 ... From singer to actress to mom, the many reincarnations of Madonna. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Affable, emotional TV host turned viewers on to late-night talk Dec 1, 2008
Article:JACK PAAR / 1918-2004 / Affable, emotional TV host turn:/c/a/2004/01/28/MNGQ04JDB91. DTL Article:JACK PAAR / 1918-2004 / Affable, emotional TV host turn:/c/a/2004/01/28/MNGQ04JDB91. (Yahoo News -- Jack Parr)
What Are Web Surfers Seeking? Well, It's Just What You'd Think Dec 1, 2008
Here are some random searches, and the numbers for each: Britney Spears -- 3,938; God -- 3,279; Madonna -- 1,881; Mother Teresa -- 165; Stephen Hawking -- 41; Kofi Annan -- 12. While clearly celebrities did well, writers seemed to fare badly. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Mel B names daughter after Murphy Dec 1, 2008
Brown was the only former member of the chart-topping group to miss the christening of Geri Halliwell's child, Bluebell Madonna, in London at the weekend. Shortly after she and Murphy split at the end of last year, a TV interviewer asked the Hollywood actor if he was excited that Brown was pregnant. (Yahoo News -- Celebrity Couples)
Phelps isn't poker-faced about his new girlfriend Dec 1, 2008
Yankees star Alex Rodriguez has emerged from his Thanksgiving controversy a winner: He managed to celebrate Thanksgiving with his kids and his new flame, Madonna ... That night, the News says, the rascally rabbit rushed off to Madonna's Miami-area home on Star Island. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Britney takes her 'Circus' on the road through Europe Dec 1, 2008
Britney in Offenburg by Getty Images; in Paris by Getty Images; in London by AP; in documentary by Nadia Hallgren; Madonna by AP; maps by Adrienne Lewis, USA TODAY; Circus album cover by PRNewsFoto/Jive. Posted. (USA Today -- Life)
A-Rod in Mexico City on same weekend as Madonna Dec 1, 2008
Pop star Madonna meanwhile prepared to perform for a sold-out second night in the capital as part of her "Sticky " tour. When asked what he thought about being in the sprawling capital at the same time as Madonna, Rodriguez said it was "very good," without elaborating ... Rodriguez and his wife divorced in September, months after he made tabloid headlines for a rumored, but denied, dalliance with Madonna. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Modest gains for Bush at Summit of Americas / Sweeping promises, sharp divisions as 34-nation meeting ends Dec 1, 2008
Article:Modest gains for Bush at Summit of Americas / Sweeping :/c/a/2004/01/14/MNGS649LV91. DTL Article:Modest gains for Bush at Summit of Americas / Sweeping :/c/a/2004/01/14/MNGS649LV91. (Yahoo News -- Summit of the Americas)
Students lie, cheat, steal, but say they're good Dec 1, 2008
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It's painful to watch passing parade of change Dec 1, 2008
Sunday, November 30, 2008. When times start to get tough, you begin to notice that some of the businesses and people you thought would always be around are starting to fade away. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Teens' abuse of cough medications soaring Dec 1, 2008
Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Teens' abuse of cough medications soari:/c/a/2006/12/06/BAGK6MQA271. DTL Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Teens' abuse of cough medications soari:/c/a/2006/12/06/BAGK6MQA271. (Yahoo News -- Substance Use)
Britney Spears 'For the Record' recap: Now I feel bad for her Dec 1, 2008
Madonna makes a special appearance on the documentary when the two do a surprise appearance together. Madonna tells us that she feels maternal toward Britney, and she sees in Britney what she saw in herself in the beginning of her career. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Davis calls energy crisis over Dec 1, 2008
State of emergency, in effect since '01, revoked. Friday, November 14, 2003. (Yahoo News -- Utility Industry Deregulation)
Sarah Brightman: Goddess of chaste Dec 1, 2008
Like Madonna, Sarah Brightman is so much more than music ... Like Madonna, Jay Chou, the Trans-Siberian Orchestra and most other recent and upcoming multimedia spectacles to blow audience ears and minds at the Air Canada Centre Brightman sells millions of albums, inspires hundreds of fan sites, and soothes many a troubled breast ... These days, only Madonna seems to play a stronger hand. (Toronto Star)
It's a High-5 Night for U2 Dec 1, 2008
The article also referred to a Madonna performance of the song "Hang Up." The song's title is "Hung Up.". Mariah Carey songs An article in Thursday's Calendar about Mariah Carey's night at the Grammys said she was the first artist after the Beatles to have the No. 1 and 2 songs on the American pop chart in the same week. (Yahoo News -- Grammy Awards)
Madonna gets animated at the Grammys - but it's U2's night Dec 1, 2008
Madonna shares the stage with cartoon band Gorillaz ... It also celebrated and included performances by many industry veterans such as Sir Paul McCartney, Madonna and Bruce Springsteen and even beckoned from retirement the reclusive funk icon Sly Stone, who gave his first public performance in 13 years ... co.uk/news/uknews/1510157/Madonna-gets-animated-at-the-Grammys---but-its-U2s-night. (Yahoo News -- Grammy Awards)
Britney Spears deserves a shot at redemption Nov 30, 2008
And spiritual godmother Madonna recently offered her comeback seal of approval by including images of Spears on her "Sticky and Sweet" tour and bringing the younger star onstage at a recent show. (No controversial kissing this time. (Boston Globe)
Did A-Rod Spend Thanksgiving With Madge? Nov 30, 2008
Did rumored couple Alex Rodriguez and Madonna celebrate Thanksgiving together ... says A-Rod booked it to Madonna's home on Star Island ... On Wednesday night, Rodriguez sat front-row for Madonna's Miami concert at Dolphin's Stadium. (Extra TV)
Madonnas film on AIDS in Malawi comes to TV Nov 30, 2008
Madonnas film on AIDS in Malawi comes to TV - Television- msnbc ... Madonnas film on AIDS in Malawi comes to TV ... Madonna is surrounded by children in Malawi in a scene from her documentary, "I Am Because We Are," which will air Monday at 9 p.m. ET on theSundance Channel. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Britney comeback reaches Germany Nov 30, 2008
Spears wore a costume similar to one worn by Madonna on her current tour. Her latest album, Circus, is released in the UK on Monday, one day ahead of the singer's 27th birthday. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Madonna's "Sticky and Sweet" tour in Mexico City Nov 30, 2008
U.S. singer Madonna performs during her "Sticky and Sweet" tour at the Foro Sol stadium in Mexico City Nov. 29, 2008. (Xinhua/Reuters Photo). (Xinhuanet, China)
Madonna's Malawi Film To Make TV Debut Nov 29, 2008
Madonna visits with orphans in Malawi in Oct. 2006 ... (AP) Madonna's awakening to the crisis in Malawi an impoverished African nation where one million children are orphaned by AIDS had many consequences ... The feature-length film was written, produced and narrated by Madonna (directed by Nathan Rissman). (CBS News)
A-Rod Spends Thanksgiving With Family and Madonna Nov 29, 2008
Alex Rodriguez and Madonna Photo by: Ronald Asadorian / Splash News Online; Pascal Le Segretain / Getty ... Rodriguez scored a front-row seat at Madonna's South Florida concert Wednesday night at Dolphin Stadium, where he helped the pop diva stay cool between numbers by passing her a bottle of water from his seat ... Reports surfaced earlier this week that Rodriguez was planning to abandon his children on Thanksgiving to spend time with Madonna in New York. (People Magazine)
Cultural immersion Nov 29, 2008
Old Michael Jackson songs and Madonna are also popular. And they wear toe socks, which are either socks with toes, or socks with holes for displaying one s nude toes. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
