Rowling Hints at More 'Harry Potter' Material

Several days ago, best-selling author J.K. Rowling appeared on "The Oprah Winfrey Show", talking about the possibility of another Harry Potter book.

The online news story is about the issue. I read it on THE CELEBRITY CAFE.COM. The title of the story is "Rowling Hints at More 'Harry Potter' Material" which was published on 1 October 2010. You can read it here.

In terms of content, the story shows, "J.K. Rowling explained she's not ruling out the possibility of more Potter drama during 'The Oprah Winfrey Show'." at first. And then, the story provides the details about what Rowling said. For examples, Rowling said "I could definitely write an eighth, ninth, tenth…", "I'm not going to say I won't. I don't think I will … I feel I am done, but you never know…" and "It was bereavement when finishing the last of the Harry Potter series -- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows…" Although it is a short news story, the content is informative and clear, because I seem to have watched this show through reading it. 

Moreover, the story has some values, because the people who have never watched the show can get the news via reading the story online. Also, for those readers who are addicted to the Harry Potter series, it is an exciting news story.

However, without relevant photos, videos and other materials typical of online news story, the online page looks very dull. If I was the editor, I would offer some useful links about Rowling and the Harry Potter series and the video of the show which could help readers to obtain more information.

Lady Gaga Trades in the Meat Dress for a Hair Dress

Lady Gaga as an American recording artist began performing in the rock music scene of New York City's Lower East Side in 2003. She came to fame with her debut album "The Fame" in 2008. She is not only a glam rock artist, but also a highly stylish woman. Her boldly avant-garde style often arouses widespread attention. After she worn a meat dress at 2010 MTV Video, she appeared in a bar in New York with a hair dress several days ago.

The title of the online news story is "Lady Gaga Trades in the Meat Dress for a Hair Dress", being published on 1 October 2010 on Pop Star web site. You can read the story here.

In the matter of content, the story points out, "Gaga gave a performance at New York City's intimate Oak Room in a dress made entirely of human hair." at first. Then, it shows the details about the dress which is held together by glue and string and is constructed of long brown and strawberry blonde locks. In addition, the story indicates, "a similarly hairy poncho was first spotted on 'America's Next Top Model'.". Finally, the story mentions her famed meat dress, a political symbol for gay rights. The content is informative and corresponding with the theme.

Moreover, the story has certain values. According to past experiences, Gaga as a famous singer and fashion star, her exotic costumes always become the focus of public attention. Therefore, the story of her hair dress, the latest example of her naked fashion style, will cause widespread  concorn. 

In addtion, the online page has the main story, an photo about Gaga wearing the hair dress and message area where readers can express their opinions unreservedly. If the story provided some relevant links which could help readers to know more, it would be perfect.

Morgan Freeman and His Wife Have Finalized Their Divorce

Morgan Freeman is one of my favorite black stars. He is an American actor, film director, and narrator. Freeman has received Academy Award nominations for his performances in "Street Smart", "Driving Miss Daisy", "The Shawshank Redemption" and "Invictus" and won the Best Supporting Actor in 2005 for "Million Dollar Baby".

Today, I want to show a news story about him. I read it online. The title of the story is "Attorney: Morgan Freeman, Wife Finalize Divorce". It is a transmitted story, being published on Wtop.com. You can read the story here. The title of original story was "Actor Morgan Freeman and His Wife Have Finalized Their Divorce in Mississippi", which was published on 17 September 2010 on Los Angeles Times web site. The writer is Jack Elliott.

In terms of content, the story is about Freeman and his wife Myrna Colley-Lee divorcing in Mississippi. Firstly, the story points out that the issue happened on 15 September. The attorney William R. Wright told The Associated Press, "It was done without a trial and terms of the divorce are sealed.". Also, the story mentions that Freeman and Colley-Lee had separated in December 2007 and the divorce was filed under seal in July 2008. In addition, the story points out why Freeman and Colley-Lee live in Mississippi now. Besides, the story refers to Freeman's car accident in 2008. Finally, the story introduces Freeman's achievement. Although the story provides much relevant information, the structure of the story seems to be unclear.

Actually, in 2008, some news stories indicated Freeman and his wife divorcing after 24 years. Here is an example. Compared with some stories in 2008, the story seems more reliable and authentic, because the sources of the story stem from Morgan's legal representation Wright.

Lastly, the online page has the main story and a picture of Freeman. There is no message area where readers can make comments on the event. Also, it has not releted link which can help readers to obtain more useful information.

P.S.

The couple married on 6 June 16 1984. Unfortunately, a marriage can not be retained by a more-than-20-year accompany.

Katherine Jackson Sues AEG over Michael’s Death

 

As a fans of Michael Jackson, I have paid much attention to the stories of his death,because I suspect that his sudden death is a conspiracy. When I read the two news stories online, my eyes could not remove. The title of one story is "Katherine Jackson Sues AEG over Michael Jackson's Death" which was published on 15 September 2010 on TMZ web site. This story is written by TMZ staff. You can read the story here. The other one is "Michael Jackson's Family Sues Concert Promoters over Death" which was published on 16 September 2010 on Telegraph web site. The writer is Nick Allen. Here is the link. 

In terms of content, both of the stories are about Michael's mother Katherine suing AEG over Michael's death. Firstly, in the suit, Katherine claimed AEG's contract with Michael "created a legal duty for AEG to act reasonably toward the physical well-being of Michael Jackson", but the AEG Live group of negligence breach of contract, because AEG hired Dr Conrad Murray without a proper background check. Secondly, the suit also alleges AGE caused emotional distress to Michael's son Prince because he witnessed his father suffering and dying. In addition, both of the stories points out London concert director Kenny Ortega is one of defendants. Compared with the former story, the later one also says, "According to the lawsuit, Michael appeared drugged and disoriented at rehearsals and was shivering on the day before his death, but AEG did not alter his 'grueling schedule'". Obviously, the second story has more details than the first one.

In the matter of values, both of the stories have timeliness, reliability and authenticity. Besides, it can be predicted that an increasing number of people will pay attention to the issue after reading the stories, because Michael Jackson as the King of Pop, has a huge number of fans.

Finally, Both of the online pages have photos, related links and message areas. One thing to be mentioned is that the former page provides the link of the original lawsuit, which can satisfy the readers who want to know the details. 


P.S.

My views--the reasons of AEG murdering Michael Jackson

Reason 1

AEG spent a huge sum of money on the insurance of Michael Jackson's "Final Curtain Call" concert at London's O2 Arena. The insurance policy covered everything, even including death by overdose. If Michael Jackson died, AEG will receive compensation about $17.5 million.

Reason 2

AEG invested $15 million in Michael Jackson's rehearsal and video the process of rehearsal. Since there would be a real concert in the future, why AEG took such a big price to shoot the rehearsal video? Is it just a coincidence--Michael Jackson died on the day after finishing the first complete rehearsal? No! It is a conspiracy. If Michael Jackson died, AEG could gain great profits from the rehearsal video. As a matter of fact that AEG received $60 million from video deal after he died.

Reason 3

Why 10 concerts added to 50 at London's O2 Arena? Who hope to sell more tickets in order to earn more money from the grueling 50 concerts which can not be completed? The worth of tickets is totally $50 million. If the concerts were successful, the considerable part of ticket sales would be given to Michael Jackson. By contrast, if Michael Jackson could not perform, AEG did not need to pay anything to him and acquire $50 million. Maybe you think that AEG will bear the loss, if funs refund their tickets. However, when you think carefully, you will find that most funs would not refund the tickets. AEG of course has thought about that and will adopt some measure. Actually, AEG took the measure--the original tickets can be replaced by stamps.

Reason 4

Michael Jackson has been confirmed to die from homicide. On February 8, 2010, his private docto--Murray was charged with involuntary manslaughter by prosecutors in Los Angeles. Why Murray killed Michael Jackson? There is no personal grudge between them. However, it is worth noting that Murray is provided by AEG.

Victoria and David Beckham's New Advertisement

Victoria and David Beckham is an enviable couple who have been deeply attached to each other since they started dating in 1997. From then, their names are often appeared together on the media. In fact, people do not speak about their relationship anymore. They talk about "Brand Beckham". Several days ago, a new advertisement led them into the focus again.

You  can watch the advertisement here.

The news story is about the advertisement. I read it online. The title is "Lipgoss: Brand Beckham and Cringe Worthy Celeb Ads", which was published on 10 September 2010 on TVNZ web site. This story was written by Anna Hart. Here is the link.

In terms of content, the story shows, "Victoria and David Beckham have amassed a whopping $235 million by sticking together through thick and thin, in sickness and in health" at first. Then, it illustrates the design concept of advertisement which is about a new his-and-hers fragrance set called Intimately Yours -- "capture the essence of David and Victoria Beckham's passion and the power of their relationship". Finally, the story describes the smell of Intimately Yours—"an interesting aroma" and "the fifth fragrance duo released by the couple". I think the structure is very ingenious, because the story takes "the essence of David and Victoria Beckham's relationship"as the main line.

Moreover, the story has certain values, because Victoria and David Beckham are not only superstars in their respective fields, but also they are a perfect couple. Their stories often attract widespread concern.

Besides, the online page has the main story, an image of the couple and a video of the advertisement. But there is no message area where readers can express their opinions unreservedly and relevant links which are able to help readers to know more information.

To be frank, the description of the smell of Intimately Yours in the story in deed arouses my interest.

Nicky Hilton in Charlie Brown Runway Show

The story I focus on this week named "Nicky Hilton In Charlie Brown Runway Show:2010 Rosemount Sydney Fashion Festival" which was published on August 25, 2010 on Fashion Fame web site. The story was written by Andrew. There is the link of the story.

In the matter of content, the story is about Nicky Hilton walking Charlie Brown runway show during 2010 Rosemount Sydney Fashion Festival. It shows that Nicky changed three dresses -- an aqua dress with a faux hydrangea headpiece, a sequined sheer tulle cocktail dress and a leopard print dress with turban at the show. The story also refers to the information such as the style of Charlie Brown runway show and Charlie Brown's feeling about Nicky attending the show.

There is video link about Nicky Hilton on runway.

With regard of values, the story has timeliness, because the event happened on August 25 and the story was released on the same day. Also, it has reliability and authenticity to some extend, because the content of story is similar with others about the same issue. In addition, the story may arouse widespread attention, because Nicky on runway is a rare event.

Last but not least, the online page has the main story, four photos, related links and message area. If it had some videos about Nicky Hilton at the festival, it would be perfect. But one thing to be mentioned is that the photos of Nicky on the runway are so beautiful. From them, you can see Nicky wore three different dresses at the catwalk.

In conclusion, I like the story, especially the photos.

PS:

I watched a show of "The 2010 Rosemount Sydney Fashion Festival" last week. I saw a lot of beautiful girls and handsome boys there. I also saw various styles of beautiful clothing. That was an exciting experience. I think the festival will cause some influences on the fashion trends and consumers decision in Australia, especially to Sydney, in the near future. I will give you the link about the festival, which can help you find more information.

Eminem-Rihanna Collab Leads Billboard Singles Chart for Fifth Week

I read the online news story this week called "Eminem-Rihanna Collab Leads Billboard Singles Chart for Fifth Week" which was published on 19 August 2010 on EW.COM. The story was posted by Brad Wete. You can read it here.

You can watch the Video about "Love the Way You Lie" here.

With regard of content and structure, the story shows that Eminem's "Love the Way You Lie" featuring Rihanna leads the Hot 100 singles chart again at the beginning. Then, it illustrates other singers and their songs from Top2 to Top10 in Billboard singles chart. Also, it points out the changes of the rank. This is simple story. However, one thing to be mentioned is that the story used a rhetoric question and an answer –"Looking for some major shake-ups on the music charts? Sorry to disappoint…"at the beginning. In this way, the fans can understand the approximate situation about the rank. Of course, this writing approach is able to strengthen the theme– Eminem-Rihanna collab leads Billboard singles chart yet again.

In the matter of values, the story has timeliness to some extent, because it can leads music lovers to grasp the trend of popular music immediately. Also, it has reliability and authenticity, because the content of story is the result of the Billboard singles chart. But the impact of the storymay not be very wide. I think that only music lovers and Eminem's or Rihanna's fans may concern about it.

Lastly, the online page has the main story, a photo and  message area. It does not include related links which can help readers to find more information. If the story had some links about the mentioned songs, readers could listen them and give their comment in the message area.

In conclusion, I think the story may help music lovers to catch the trend of the popular music immediately.

Leslie Cheung Teresa Teng Chosen as Top 20 Global Music Icons on CNN

The online news story I read this week, being published on August 14, 2010 on TVB News World web site. The title is "Leslie Cheung Teresa Teng Chosen as Top 20 Global Music Icons on CNN". The writer is Admin. Here is the story.

In terms of content structure, firstly, the story illustrates that CNN is conducting an online poll called the "Top Five Global Music Icons"，on which Leslie Cheung and Teresa Teng are selected for the Top 20 world famous prominent singers in the past 50 years. Then, it pointes out that they are the only two Asian stars that were chosen and they are on par with western stars like the Beatles, Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, Madonna and the Rolling Stones. Finally, it shows the date of publishing poll results. Although it has only five sentences, it has clearly explained the issue. Of course, if it could explain more details such as who is the voters, how many people participated in the vote, etc., it would be more perfect.


In the matter of values, the story has timeliness, because the poll results will be out on August 25, 2010, but the storywas released on August 14, 2010. Also, it may cause great concern, because Leslie Cheung and Teresa Teng are superstars in China and they have a  huge number of fans.

Finally, the online page has the main story, two photos and the message area. It does not include related links which can help readers to receive more information about the event.

In conclusion, I think it is a short but clear story. And it,will lead widespread attention to the activity.

Chelsea Clinton’s Wedding Secrets Revealed

There are a huge number of interesting stories online. The title of the news story which I want to talk about is called "Chelsea Clinton's Wedding Secrets Revealed". It was published on August 2, 2010 on ABC News.com. This story was written by Linsey Davis and Jennifer Pereira. You can find the story here.

You can receive more information here.

In terms of content, firstly, the story summarizes the issue that Chelsea Clinton married longtime boyfriend Marc Mezvinsky in a lavish ceremony at Astor Courts in Rhinebeck, N.Y., on July 31, 2010. Although there were no fireworks and few celebrities, the wedding was a beautiful and private affair that left no guest disappointed. Than, the story illustrates the composition of guests. Also, it introduces some details of the bride's dress. Finally, it gives the conclusion with the comment about the wedding from Millie Martini Bratten, Brides magazine editor-and-chief . Although the content is concise, it lacks some details such as the description of the most interesting part of the wedding, the detail introduction of the important person who attended the wedding, the expenditure of the wedding, and so on. The readers cannot receive more information which they want to know about the ceremony only depending on the story.

In the matter of values, the story has reliability and authenticity to some extent, because the content of the story is similar with others about the same issue. Also, it may lead to attention from the public, especial to the people who want to know the privacy of celebrities. Also, it has the timeliness. The issue occurred on July 31, while the story was released online on August 2.

In addition, besides the main story, the online page includs a video about the issue and related links, which can help readers to receive more information about the ceremony.

Michael Jackson's Forgotten Music out in November

As one of Michael Jackson's fans, I read an exciting online news story called "Michael Jackson's Forgotten Music out in November" which was published on 30 July 2010. This story was written by Alan Duke. You can read it here.

In terms of content and structure, firstly, the story points out that Jackson's forgotten recordings left behind on computer hard drives will be on an album released this fall. Then, it shows that one of the singer's older brothers — Jackie Jackson, music producer Rodney Jerkins and one of executors of Jackson's estate — John McClain have been working with Sony to put together the new album which will include 10 previously unheard songs. Also, the story indicates a series of issues including Jackson renting out Los Angeles recording studios, a producer finding a large cache of forgotten Jackson music files and how to deal with these music files. Finally, the story illustrates that Sony's Columbia Records has a contract with Jackson's estate for 10 albums of unreleased material over the next seven years. I think that the content is very informative, but the structure is unclear. The reason may be that there are too much information in the story. 

With regard of values,  the story has reliability and authenticity to some extend, because almost every source in this story is provided by Jackson's estate spokesman — Jim Bates or a source familiar with the project. But, one thing to be mentioned is that whether the so-called "a source familiar" is a real man or a fictional man.

The online page includes the main story, a photo of Jackson and some related links.  Besides, I can express my views and communicate with others in message area. 

In conclution, I think that the story will arouse widespread attention, beacuse the release of the new album is  a great news for Jackson's fans, especially at the time after his death.


About Michael Jackson:
English Web Sites
http://www.michaeljackson.com/au/home
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2009/07/06/entertainment/michaeljackson/main5137779.shtml
Chinese Web sites
http://www.michaeljackson.com/cn/home
http://www.mjjcn.com/

About Di Liang (Dede)

I am a Chinese girl studying at the University of New South Wales. I major in Master of Journalism and Communication. I like writing, athough my writting is not good. I like reading, loving story is my favourate option. I am fond of  music. Michael Jackson is my idol. I have loved him since I was 13-year old...

In my opinion, as the Internet is prevalently used by an increasing number of individuals, online media has become the mainstream press in contemporary society. Online news stories can help me to know the world immediately.