2011 News Archive

The Tokyo District Court rules against a Japanese company, claiming to have sole rights to use Michael’s name and image in Japan.

Today, an expert cardiologist, Dr Elon Steinberg, took the stand to give evidence of Murray’s standard of care in this case.

Murray’s trial resumed today with more evidence from Dr Kamandar who explained his view of Murray’s appalling treatment of Michael.

USA Today has published two reviews on ‘Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour,’ which make good reading & with great photos too.

Our good friend Paula has sent us the link to a Halloween video using Michael’s ‘Thriller’ music, including Shrek figures dancing!

Judge delays Murray’s trial until Wednesday, giving defense attorneys time to analyze recent new testing by Coroner’s officials.

Cirque Du Soleil’s ‘Michael Jackson TIWT’ was featured on Good Morning America today, when visiting Detroit where Motown began!

MJ UK FanFest need fans to send them their favourite MJ lyrics to be painted onto a Christmas bauble for a Christmas Tree Festival

Murray’s trial recommenced with evidence from Dr Shafer on his knowledge of anaesthesiology and the properties of Propofol.

Michael Jackson’s Legacy, working to provide aid in Africa, have hit serious problems and need help. Please see what you can do!

This morning’s session began with Dr Shafer in the witness box, resuming his testimony on the effects of drugs in Michael’s system.

These are the words of Dr Shafer: “Dr Murray’s actions in setting up the IV stand in Michael’s bedroom led to Michael’s death.”

The latest issue of MJJ Magazine – Issue 5 – is out now. Their new issue focuses on Michael’s ‘HIStory’ tour.

Click here to read a report from Paula in Australia, who attended a Janet Jackson concert last night.

Michael is nominated for a Soul Train ‘Record Of The Year’
award, for ‘Hold My Hand’ at the Soul Train awards on November 17th.

At an auction held in China, Julien’s Auctions, have sold a pair of Michael’s sunglasses, plus a pair of custom made black gloves.

Michael’s name has been in the ‘Guinness Book Of World Records’ for years now, and continues to have its place there this year!

The bed Michael slept in, together with his favourite silk pyjamas, which he wore in Ireland, are to be auctioned on November 6th.

The cross examination of Dr Shafer by Mr Chernoff continued today and the Defense introduced their first witnesses.

Today’s hearing was delayed for some time this morning, due to bad weather, traffic and the illness of one witness.

We have details for you, of an amazing production called ‘Jackson Live In Concert,’ which is touring England for almost a year.

Today’s court hearing lasted just half a day, and consisted solely of five character witnesses for Conrad Murray.

For the second year running Michael Jackson has topped Forbes Top Earning Rich List, with his Estate showing sales of $170million.

Employees of Cirque Du Soleil have paid tribute to Michael, with a giant street performance dancing to ‘They Don’t Care About Us.’

Paula, from Australia, has sent us a link to an item showing Nick, from ‘Speed Graphics’ painting a portrait of Michael – at speed!

The Defense called Dr Waldman to the stand who’s a specialist in addiction. He spoke of addictions in general, then Demerol.

‘David Gests film ‘The Life Of An Icon’ premieres on November 2nd in London. You can watch it all as it happens on LIVESTREAM.

MJ Fan Fest visitors to Vegas, will see great things from the gates to his Neverland playground to the furniture from his library!

We’ve had another sort out and came across three copies of MJWN Brochure 1,2 & 3 all of which have been ‘sold out’ for years!

Dr White resumes his testimony today and the Prosecution has asked for a delay in cross-examination until Monday.

Nov.1st is the official release date for ‘Man In The Music’ Joe Vogel’s beautifully illustrated book, discussing Michael’s songs.

Mr Walgren began the cross-examination of Dr White and he was asked to expand on some of his statements.

‘Immortal Megamix,’ the debut track from the new Michael album, ‘Immortal’ will premiere today on MichaelJackson.com

Michael’s ‘Invincible’ has hit the no: 1 spot on Amazon’s Best Sellers in Dance & DJ list and no: 2 in Best sellers in Dance/Pop.

The court re-convened today with Mr Flanagan for the Defense continuing his re-direst cross examination of Dr White.

Today, Judge Pastor opened the proceedings in court by advising the jury of all the exhibits which are available for them to study.

Red One, the music producer, has spoken of work he did with Michael Jackson, describing it as “the most incredible thing in life.”

The Defense attorney Mr Chernoff began his closing arguments by advising the jury that the decision in this case was theirs and theirs alone

An Australian youth ice hockey team paid tribute to Michael when they broke into a dance routine to the classic track, ‘Thriller.’

Click here to read an honest review by Kate Allen for MJWN on the David Gest’s video – ‘Michael Jackson – The Life Of An Icon.’

Idolator.com has listed their choice of MJ’s 20 best songs, which is a mix of other top 20 lists. How does it compare with yours?

Today in court, in Los Angeles, Conrad Murray was found GUILTY of Michael’s Involuntary Manslaughter, and was taken into custody.