Today in History

Feb 28
2010

On Feb. 28, 1960, a day after defeating the Soviets at the Winter Games in Squaw Valley, Calif., the United States won its first Olympic hockey gold medal by defeating Czechoslovakia’s team, 9-4.

SNL ‘We Are the World’ parody takes jab at remake for Haiti (VIDEO)

Feb 28
2010

SNL ‘We Are the World’ parody takes jab at remake for Haiti (VIDEO) – The well-known recent remake of the philanthropic anthem “We Are the World” was parodied by the comedy show last night. In an early skit in the show hosted by singer-actor Jennifer Lopez, the comedy troupe stood in costumes in the…

Jackson family ‘furious’ over documentary

Feb 28
2010

Michael Jackson’s family were reportedly left in shock after watching a new documentary about the star’s death.

Michael Jacksonīs fans tell us ?stories we were never meant to read?

Feb 28
2010

Michael Jacksonīs fans have decided that it is time to share their special stories to show the world the real Michael Jackson.

Michael Jackson?s Death Reenacted on TV Show

Feb 28
2010

The jury is still out on how Michael Jackson spent the last hours of his life, in the sense that nothing concrete has been made official, but VH1 has already aired its take on the events leading up to his death on June 25 last year. At this point in time, Dr. Conrad Murray, Michael?s personal physic…

Michael Jacksonīs fans tell us ?stories we were never meant to read?

Feb 28
2010

A new book called ?Itīs all about L.O.V.E. – Michael Jackson stories you were never meant to read? grants an insight into the relationship between the megastar and his fans.

U2 biggest earning act of 2009 in US

Feb 28
2010

Bono and co made $109 million (Ģ71 million) from record sales, touring and royalties, according to Billboard’s Top 40 Money Makers list.

QUIET STRENGTH

Feb 28
2010

He does his homework. He comes to class. He plans to go to college. An unusual success story, in more ways than one.

Park Forest honors Crisis Center during Black History Month

Feb 28
2010

For its longtime service to some 50,000 local women and children who have sought shelter from domestic violence, the Crisis Center for South Suburbia was honored Saturday during Park Forest’s celebration of black history.

U2 rock all the way to the bank

Feb 28
2010

U2 raked in more money than any other music act in the US in 2009, according to Billboard magazine.