Archive for July, 2005

Michael Jackson’s new album not a big seller

Michael’s new album sold just 8,000 copies in its first week in the US, charting at position #128. Personally, I don’t think it’s a snub from fans as some have suggested - he already has a number of “best of” albums out.
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Saturday, July 30th, 2005

Michael Jackson ‘at peace’ after verdict

‘Michael Jackson is “at peace” as he recovers from his child abuse trial, his brother Jermaine has said.
“Michael is recovering, but it’s a time (to) rejoice for the family,” he told CNN’s Larry King Live show on Wednesday after his brother’s acquittal.
However, Jermaine Jackson said his brother was “sort of not eating”.
When asked whether Michael […]

Friday, July 29th, 2005

Michael Jackson ‘torn apart’ by trial

‘Michael Jackson’s child molestation trial left him “torn apart”, claims his brother Jermaine.
Jackson was expected to join Jermaine and sisters Janet and LaToya in Berlin, Germany on Friday to celebrate their father’s 76th birthday.
But the Thriller star stayed away, posting a message on his website apologising to fans - and Jermaine insists his brother needs […]

Tuesday, July 26th, 2005

Numenarh says mouthpieces are silly as heck.

Okay. I posted some stuff as did Maahes, Roseena, Susabella and others that was not MJ specific and some of the posts were removed. The trial is over and the verdict is in and over and done. Now. Now it seems to me it is time to move on. I […]

Monday, July 25th, 2005

Michael Jackson: Family, fans helped during trial

‘Michael Jackson says his family, fans and God “dried my tears” and helped him through the hardship of child molestation charges and a four-month trial that ended in his acquittal.
“Your love, support and loyalty made it all possible. You were there when I really needed you. I will never forget you,” Jackson said in a […]

Monday, July 25th, 2005

Michael Jackson trial cost US $2.7m

‘The child molestation trial of Michael Jackson cost taxpayers about $2.7m, according to news reports Friday. Most of the money went to pay police officers who were stationed at the California courthouse during the trial that ended last month with Jackson being acquitted of all charges. The reports coincided with a decision by judge Rodney […]

Sunday, July 24th, 2005

Michael Jackson misses father’s birthday

‘Michael Jackson’s brother Jermaine has said the singer’s child molestation trial has “torn him apart”, leaving him unable to make their father’s birthday.
Jermaine was in Berlin with other family members for a weekend party to celebrate father Joe’s 76th birthday.
Michael Jackson posted a notice on his website last week telling fans he would not be […]

Sunday, July 24th, 2005

Jackson’s property to be returned

‘Michael Jackson is getting back his hundreds of items seized by police during his recent child sex abuse trial.
Judge Rodney Melville has ruled items taken as evidence must be returned.
They include computers, books and adult magazines seized from his Neverland Ranch.’

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Sunday, July 24th, 2005

Michael Jackson still resting up

“He’s resting. His case tore him apart mentally. He’s very strong mentally, but he needs his rest right now.” - Jermaine Jackson on questions about Michael not attending his dad’s 76th birthday party in Berlin.

Saturday, July 23rd, 2005

Michael Jackson to move to Berlin?

Having spent some time myself in Berlin, I can totally see why Michael Jackson is considering moving there. It is a beautiful city, full of things to see and do and is a lively accepting place. He’s apparently fallen in love with the city.

Friday, July 22nd, 2005