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Friday, May 17, 2013  South Carolina's own Candice Glover was crowned the new "American Idol" on Thursday after defeating country singer Kree Harrison.

Wednesday, March 27, 2013  Sheriff's deputies investigate neighbor's claim of battery, threats by Justin Bieber

Thursday, March 21, 2013  Simon & Garfunkel song among 25 recordings chosen for preservation at Library of Congress

Wednesday, February 27, 2013  Rock and Roll Hall of Fame to open exhibit focusing on 50 years of The Rolling Stones

Monday, February 11, 2013  Mumford & Sons, Gotye, fun. and Black Keys win big at divergent Grammy Awards

Thursday, January 24, 2013  The popular rock and blues duo has been vigiliant about protecting its music from commercialization.

Thursday, January 17, 2013  There was no hair-pulling between Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj on the season debut of "American Idol," although some viewers may have been reduced to it.

Friday, December 14, 2012  The man widely believed to be behind the aviation company is an ex-convict named Christian Esquino, 50, who has a long and checkered legal past.

Tuesday, December 11, 2012  Miranda Lambert took home the second most guitar trophies with three.

Monday, December 10, 2012  Authorities have not confirmed her death, but Jenni Rivera's relatives in the U.S. say they have few doubts that she was on the plane.

Monday, November 19, 2012  Updated with video: Justin Bieber dominates at American Music Awards; Nicki Minaj wins 2 honors, PSY performs

Friday, October 19, 2012  'Gangnam Style' lifeguards, fired after aqua boogie, to get jobs back at Southern California pool

Tuesday, September 25, 2012  South Korean rapper PSY finds his success with 'Gangnam Style' unreal

Monday, August 20, 2012  Madonna sued in Russia for millions after speaking out for gay rights during concert

Wednesday, August 15, 2012  Dozen cities to see rallies for Russia's anti-Putin punk rockers in wave of global support