The Californian Supreme Court have rejected Michael Jackson's appeal against that previously reported decision that restored ex-wife Debbie Rowe's rights as a mother of their two children, rights which she originally signed away back in 2001. Rowe's lawyer, Eric M. George said: "We're very gratified. I would find it inconceivable that Mr Jackson would seek an appeal to the US Supreme Court on that issue." No word on what exactly will happen next.
In related news, Jackson is planning to make his first official public appearance since his trial and acquittal on child abuse charges last year. The singer is to appear at a ceremony in Tokyo to accept MTV Japan's Legend Award, according to spokeswoman Raymone Bain, and following that he is set to tour South East Asia, visiting Singapore, Shanghai and Hong Kong and is planning to visit orphanages and meet business contacts whilst during his trip. Jackson was quoted saying: "I look forward to my visit to Japan because I have so many fond memories of my visits there."