Fashion Wire Daily - Mongrels, a favored pet, though not atypically a scruffy one, might seem an odd choice of name for a fashion label, but if the latest collection from Mongrels in Common seen Thursday, July 2, in Berlin is any test, then the progeny looks like being a very fine breed.

AP - The powerful sedative Diprivan was found in Michael Jackson's home, a law enforcement official said Friday.

AP - The celebration of black music and culture at the Essence Music Festival in New Orleans will provide comfort to artists and fans alike after a tough week following Michael Jackson's death.

AP - Details of next Tuesday's public memorial for Michael Jackson are being released in Los Angeles by the owners of Staples Center.

AP - The powerful sedative Diprivan was found in Michael Jackson's home, a law enforcement official said Friday.

AFP - A French court was to render a verdict in the trial of Algerian-born music star Cheb Mami who is charged with attempting to have his ex-girlfriend undergo a forced abortion.

Reuters - Aerosmith's next album might be "on the bench, in pieces," waiting for the group to resume recording after it finishes touring in mid-September, but guitarist Joe Perry's next solo album is just about ready to go.

Reuters - Pop star Michael Jackson's ex-wife Debbie Rowe cast a shadow over the unveiling of plans on Friday for the King of Pop's memorial service next week, as a legal battle shapes up over custody of their kids.