2. Figures show that Michael Jackson's memorial cost L.A. nearly $1.4 million dollars. Critics said they have no problem with the $1 million it cost to pay and feed police, but say dressing them all as Peter Pan seemed excessive.
3. Iranians took to the streets in protest this week shouting "death to the dictator." Protesters were met swiftly by Iranian police with tear gas and batons. In other news, the North Korean government is moving forward with its annual Arirang festival despite tense global relations. The celebration is expected to be met with tear gas and batons as well.
4. Sarah Palin's finances are being scrutinized now that she is stepping down as governor of Alaska. Palin and her husband reportedly have legal debts of more than $500,000 despite only making about $200,000 last year. Palin has many money making opportunities in the future, but experts say unfortunately she is too often paid in wolf pelts and Inuit weapons.
5. Today professional race horse "Pioneerof the Nile" was retired after the discovery of an injury to his left front leg. The horse's owners were saddened by the news but say fans will still be able to visit the horse in this child's grade school project of glitter and glue.
High five.
