AP - Jon Bon Jovi is giving some people who are living on a prayer something a bit more substantial.

Reuters - When Delta Goodrem was cast in Australia's long-running serial "Neighbours" in 2002, the teenager didn't care for the "bad girl" character written for her -- and had the audacity to renege on the potentially career-making role.

AP - As with most new parents, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban might have difficulty telling what day it is.

AP - Ringo Starr celebrated his 68th birthday in Chicago giving out messages of peace and love, along with dessert.

AP - MIAMI (AP) — A tumultuous week for Alex Rodriguez, played out in tabloid headlines and carried on the whispers of a connection to Madonna, came to a head Monday when his wife filed for divorce.

Reuters - Canadian rock band Nickelback has signed a global recording, touring and merchandising deal with concert promoter Live Nation, the company said on Tuesday.

Reuters - Only one guy has mounted a full tour of outdoor stadiums during this economically shaky summer, and that lone figure, Kenny Chesney, brought his show to about 45,000 fans at Nashville's NFL stadium Saturday.

Reuters - Have boxed sets lost their commercial luster, or can the configuration still shine when managed properly?

E! Online - A Britney Spears insider tells E! News that Britney and Madonna soon might appear onstage together...sort of.

E! Online - Madonna sure likes attention, but even she can't be too thrilled with how this week has started.

E! Online - Maybe it's time for Black Sabbath devotees to renounce their fanhood: Ozzy Osbourne is moving into Osmond territory.

E! Online - Don't pull out the polyester and platforms just yet, folks. It was just for a movie premiere.

AP - The Essence Music Festival wrapped up its 14th year Sunday night, which was marked by the return of Grammy Award-winner Mary J. Blige and comedian Chris Rock.