French legislators approve bill to cut off Internet for illegal downloadersPARIS — France’s lower house of parliament approved a pioneering bill Tuesday allowing authorities to cut off Internet access to people who download illegally, a measure that entertainment companies hope will be a powerful weapon against piracy. Court rules against Universal Music Group in suit against online video site VeohLOS ANGELES — A federal judge in Los Angeles has ruled against Universal Music Group in a copyright lawsuit against online video site operator Veoh Networks Inc., although Universal says it will appeal. Ukraine: Elton John too old, too single to adopt HIV-infected boy from Ukrainian orphanageKIEV, Ukraine — Elton John won’t be able to adopt a 14-month-old HIV-positive child from Ukraine because the pop star is too old and isn’t married, the government said Monday. Ukraine family minister says Elton John can’t adopt HIV-infected boyKIEV, Ukraine — A Ukrainian official says Elton John cannot adopt a 14-month-old Ukrainian child because the pop star is too old and isn’t married. At 92, Dame Vera Lynn beats the Beatles to No. 1 spot on Britain’s album chartLONDON — At age 92, Dame Vera Lynn has beaten the Arctic Monkeys and even the Beatles to capture the No. 1 record in Britain. Elton John wants to adopt Ukrainian toddler with his partner David FurnishLONDON — Look out, Madonna and Angelina Jolie — pop star Elton John has decided he wants to join the ranks of A-list celebrities with adopted children. The thrill isn’t gone at B.B. King Museum; Miss. Delta attraction celebrates strong 1st yearJACKSON, Miss. — The thrill is gone at many attractions across the country as recession-mired tourists stay home, but in Indianola, Miss., a favorite son is packing ‘em in at the B.B. King Museum. Fred Mills, University of Georgia music professor and famed trumpeter, killed in car wreckMONROE, Ga. — University of Georgia music professor Fred Mills, a Grammy nominee who made numerous records as a trumpeter with the Canadian Brass quintet and performed with several orchestras, has died, the school said Tuesday. Ludacris’ stimulus package: Grammy-winning rapper gives 20 cars to people without vehiclesMORROW, Ga. — Talk about a one-man stimulus package: Grammy-winning rapper Ludacris has given away 20 cars to people who wrote about their struggles to keep their jobs for a lack of wheels of their own. Motown vignettes: Bill Clinton, Ted Nugent, Patti LaBelle and others riff on the label’s 50thFor the 50th anniversary of the founding of Motown Records, The Associated Press over a period of months invited stars from the fields of music, politics and film to visit Studio A to talk about how the Detroit musical movement has affected them and the larger world. Southern Decadence is New Orleans end-of-summer fling; ‘Gay Mardi Gras’ eyes fair weatherNEW ORLEANS — Jonathan Bray, one of the organizers of Southern Decadence, a celebration that has become known as the gay Mardi Gras, spent his time this week getting ready for the big party and watching weather reports. Former US Rep. Bill Hefner from NC dead at age 79; also a gospel singer, owned radio stationHUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Bill Hefner, a former 12-term Democratic congressman from North Carolina, Southern Baptist gospel singer and radio station owner, died of a brain aneurysm Wednesday. He was 79. New York City official: Pills found in DJ AM’s stomach, apparent OxyContin in throatNEW YORK — DJ AM had prescription pills in his stomach and one in his throat when police found him dead in his apartment, a New York City official said Wednesday. Pop icon Madonna wrapping up world tour with 2 concerts in IsraelTEL AVIV, Israel — Madonna brought her mix of provocative music and spirituality to the Holy Land with a concert Tuesday in front of 50,000 fans who had endured a 16-year wait since the pop icon’s last gig in Israel. Jay-Z remembers DJ AM pushing to recover from plane crash to appear at rapper’s showNEW YORK — After DJ AM survived a plane crash last year that killed four people, the last thing Jay-Z had in mind was having the disc jockey play at his concert. Ali the Irishman: Fans cheer boxing icon as he finds Irish roots in great-granddad’s hometownDUBLIN — Muhammad Ali made a sentimental journey Tuesday to discover his Irish roots, and met distant relatives during celebrations at the local town hall and a nearby castle. Pop icon Madonna wraps up world tour with 2 concerts in IsraelTEL AVIV, Israel — Madonna was bringing her mix of provocative music and spirituality to the Holy Land with a concert Tuesday in front of 50,000 fans who have endured a 16-year wait since the pop icon’s last gig in Israel. Medical examiners: DJ AM autopsy inconclusive; toxicology tests expected to take weeksNEW YORK — Authorities will need to conduct toxicology tests, expected to take weeks, to determine what killed celebrity disc jockey DJ AM, a medical examiner’s office spokeswoman said Saturday. Colombian singer Juanes still plans to peform at peace concert in Cuba this SeptemberNEW YORK — Juanes is sorry about the huge outrage surrounding his upcoming peace concert in Cuba, but says that his intentions are truly genuine. Celebrity disc jockey known as DJ AM, who battled drugs and survived plane crash, dies in NYCNEW YORK — DJ AM, the celebrity disc jockey who publicly acknowledged his history of drug addiction and had filmed a reality show in which he offered to help other addicts, was found dead in his apartment. He was 36. AP source: Celebrity disc jockey known as DJ AM found dead in NYC home with drug paraphernaliaNEW YORK — DJ AM, the sought-after disc jockey who became a celebrity in his own right with high-profile romances and a glamorous lifestyle and survived a plane crash just months ago, was found dead Friday at his apartment. He had a history of drug problems. Lawyer: Police twisted Jackson doctor’s account of singer’s final hoursLOS ANGELES — A lawyer for Michael Jackson’s personal doctor says police have twisted his client’s account of the singer’s last hours. NYC lawmaker wants ‘Bad’ subway station renamed for Michael Jackson; MTA says honor unlikelyNEW YORK — A New York City lawmaker wants to see Michael Jackson honored at a subway station where the star made the music video for “Bad.” Michael Jackson memorabilia tour approved despite mother’s objections; London is first stopLOS ANGELES — A judge on Friday firmly approved a deal between Michael Jackson’s estate and a concert promoter to exhibit his memorabilia, praising the arrangement that the singer’s mother had fought in court over her concerns that it could harm his legacy and wasn’t competitively bid. Exhibitor says London will be first stop for exhibition of Jackson memorabiliaLOS ANGELES — The president of the company planning an exhibit of Michael Jackson’s memorabilia says the show’s first stop will be London’s O2 Arena. Michael Jackson memorabilia tour approved despite mother’s objectionsLOS ANGELES — A judge on Friday firmly approved a deal between Michael Jackson’s estate and a concert promoter to exhibit the King of Pop’s memorabilia, praising the arrangement that the singer’s mother had fought in court over her concerns that it could harm the singer’s legacy and wasn’t competitively bid. Juanes’ manager: Havana concert will go on despite threatening messagesMIAMI — The business manager of Latin pop singer Juanes said the “Peace Without Borders” concert will go on as planned in Havana despite threatening messages the singer received recently on his Twitter account. At the Movies: capsule reviews of ‘Inglourious Basterds’ and other films this weekCapsule reviews of films opening this week: Rome mayor says Riccardo Muti agrees to lead city’s opera houseROME — Riccardo Muti has agreed to lead Rome’s opera house as the Italian capital tries to raise its music profile in a country where Milan’s La Scala dominates the field, the city’s mayor said. Memphis on a budget: Beale Street, Sun Studio and everything ElvisMEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis is where you go to celebrate everything Elvis. Sun Studio is where Presley got his start as the King of Rock’n'Roll, and Graceland is a few miles south of downtown. But other styles of music — the blues and soul — also have deep roots in this city on the Mississippi River, with legendary Beale Street and the Stax Museum of American Soul Music among the must-sees for any visitor. |
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