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Last night.... Madonna leaving the Aura nightclub and getting a parking ticket for parking on a double yellow line. Naugthy girl....

Reactions to the conviction of gay Malawi couple Steven Monjeza and Tiwonge Chimbalanga, who were sentenced to 14 years in prison with hard labor for "gross indecency" and "unnatural acts" for having an engagement ceremony in late December, came today from Madonna and the White House. Madonna, who many have been calling on throughout this human rights travesty to make a statement, and who is building a school and has adopted two children from Malawi, said: "I am shocked and saddened by the decision made today by the Malawian court, which sentenced two innocent men to prison. As a matter of principle, I believe in equal rights for all people, no matter what their gender, race, color, religion, or sexual orientation. Today, Malawi took a giant step backward. The world is filled with pain and suffering; therefore, we must support our basic human right to love and be loved. I call upon the progressive men and women of Malawi—and around the world—to challenge this decision in the name of human dignity and equal rights for all." And the White House released a statement through Press Secretary Robert Gibbs: "The United States strongly condemns the conviction and harsh sentencing of Steven Monjeza and Tiwonge Chimbalanga in Malawi. The criminalization of sexual orientation and gender identity is unconscionable, and this case mars the human rights record of Malawi. We urge Malawi and all countries to stop using sexual orientation or gender identity as the basis for arrest, detention, or execution." Source Towleroad.

Most Played Artist Of The Millennium in the UK : 1. Madonna? 2. The Beatles 3. Robbie Williams? 4. Queen? 5. Take That 6. Sugababes 7. Elton John? 8. Elvis Presley 9. Abba 10. Coldplay The list, compiled by music licensing body PPL, is based on the number of plays per artist on TV, radio or in public since 2000.

Madonna has lived in the limelight for over a decade. She succeeded in adapting to her constantly changing environment and even succeeding in making her environment adapt to her. Back in the 80's, Madonna first came out, clothed in leather and accessorized with bows, lace, fishnet stocking and religious effigies draped her neck. The virginal rebel was an instant hit, with platinum locks, a beauty mark and a vocal range what was not to like? Her fashion sense was a slew of edgy plus girly an effective eye catcher. Madonna was like the seasons, her music and changed to fit her lifestyle more than needing to fit into other people's lifestyles. She was a hit because she brought fashion onto the stage, she created different looks that was copied again and again. Perhaps her cone shaped bra wasn't street vogue but every performer had without a doubt copied the dominatrix fashion. Her island look in La Isla Bonita has graced dozens of magazine fashion spreads. Material Girl was not only top of the music list but was additional advertising for jewelers like Tiffany & Co. During her portrayal in the movie Argentina, she was dressed in tailored dark suits favored by Evita Peron. The wardrobe gave way to many hit songs that spawned from the lifestyle that was Evita and Argentina. In the 1990's when most of the music was centered towards rock and grunge groups, Madonna still permeated the airwaves and the fashion world. Designers here and there clamored to have the honor of dressing her up during the Awards Nights and various functions that would definitely keep her in the spotlight for more than your average 15 minutes of fame. Her mere existence has brought about many young stars who have in a lot of ways mimicked and idolized her. Britney, Christina, Linsay, Ashley, even males like Justin and Kanye find Madonna to be an inspiration because of her chameleon ways. In the late 90's Madonna did not only change husbands but her fashion choices as well as her religious beliefs took a turn as well. Marrying British director Madonna also decided to join Kabalah which mainly holds Buddhist beliefs. Most would say that the person that is Madonna is timeless; her ability to change has kept her still within the limelight. She has tried her hand in music, movie production, fitness, child rearing and even book author. Her books The English Roses have sold millions of copies world wide and so have her other stories.

Madonna for... I THINK IT'S GOOD TO GET INTO ARGUMENTS WITH PEOPLE AND HAVE THEM SAY, "THAT SUCKS" OR "YOU'RE CRAZY" OR "THAT'S CHEESY" OR "WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THIS?" IF ANYTHING, IT HELPS YOU UNDERSTAND WHAT YOU BELIEVE. Just Amazing...

SPIN's 25th Anniversary Readers Poll SPIN 25 Pick your favorite band, album, movie, and song of the SPIN era. Madonna is nominated in 3 categories: Best Solo Artist Best Song (for Like A Prayer) and Hottest Sex Goddess Lets Vote!!!! Vote Vote Vote Vote!!!!

Glee creator confirms Madonna sequel It’s official: The music of Madonna will be coming back to 'Glee.' Series head honcho Ryan Murphy confirmed the rumors on Monday at the Peabody Awards in New York City. 'We are, we’re doing a sequel to the Madonna episode,' he told Access Hollywood. Earlier this season, 'Glee' broke tradition and devoted an entire episode to only Madonna songs, but the date when Madonna will reign supreme for a second time, musically anyway, on the show is the only thing that has to be nailed down. When asked if it will occur next season, Murphy said, 'Probably. Yeah.' Madonna is a fan of the show, after having watched it with her teenage daughter, Lourdes, and the rumors continue to run rampant that she will make a cameo on the hit FOX program. 'I can’t say,' Murphy told Access about Madonna’s rumored role. 'But she’s sort of the muse of our show, I think now. She loves the show and has supported it. She gets the show is about arts education and so she’s very supportive about that.' From MSNBC.com