Michael Jackson's mother, Katherine, has been reinstated as guardian of his three children. Last week a judge made her nephew, T.J. Jackson, a temporary guardian, amid allegations that Katherine had been kidnapped by relatives and suffered a stroke. A court investigator said that Katherine is doing a "wonderful job" with Michael's children.
Good news for Cuba Gooding Jr. - charges have been dropped against the actor, who allegedly pushed a female bartender in New Orleans. The bartender has decided to drop her battery claims and will not press charges against him.
The three members of punk band Pussy Riot arrived for their fourth day in a Moscow court on Thursday (August 02). The trial has been gaining international attention, as defense lawyers accused Russian authorities of depriving group members of sleep and food during the trial. The band members are being tried for performing an anti-Vladimir Putin song on the altar of Moscow's main cathedral in February. They risk up to seven years in prison if convicted.
Finally, Colin Farrell hit the red carpet in Los Angeles for the premiere of sci-fi action film "Total Recall." The actor was joined by co-stars Kate Beckinsale and Jessica Biel. The movie - a remake of the 1990 film - hits theaters on August 03.
Bob Mezan, Reuters.
