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February 26, 2004 - Mariah Carey performed in concert in Beirut, Lebanon on Tuesday (February 24). Check out pictures from RexFeatures.

February 26, 2004 - SJ writes "The Star has a photo of superstar Mariah Carey arriving at KL International Airport in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday (February 19). Check out the picture here."

February 26, 2004 - Jeannette Walls of MSNBC.com reports that Mariah Carey was spotted wearing the red yarn bracelet that is a symbol of Kabbalah, but her spokeswoman denies that the singer has found a new religion, saying "it’s not a Kabbalah bracelet." As for reports Mariah has a new man in her life that is accompanying her on her world tour, the rep declined to comment on whether Carey has a new sweetie. Read more.

February 26, 2004 - Mariah Carey was photographed arriving at a press conference with Noura Jumblatt, head of the Beiteddine festival, at her hotel in Beirut on Monday (February 23) on the eve of her first ever concert in Lebanon. Check out pictures from GettyImages.

February 23, 2004 - The Star reports Mariah Carey's manager Michael Richardson said the singer had heard a lot about Malaysian batik and wanted to get some while in town as part of her 'Charmbracelet' tour. He said it would be unlikely Carey would wear any batik wear when she takes the stage at the Merdeka Stadium in Kuala Lumpur for her one-night performance Friday night. "No, I don’t think so," said Richardson. Read more.

February 23, 2004 - Joe Lee of The New Straits Times Press reviewed Mariah Carey's concert in Jakarta on Sunday (February 15). Lee writes, "Forget everything you’ve ever heard about her in the past couple of years. Forget the fact that she suffered a breakdown in 2001. Forget the fact that her semi-autobiographical movie, 'Glitter', was universally panned, and forget the fact that she holds the unenviable distinction of being paid off to leave her previous recording outfit after just the first album of a five-record deal. While her reputation may have taken a scorching of late, onstage, Mariah was a real gem." Read more.

February 23, 2004 - SJ writes "MariahDaily.com has a picture of a highway billboard in Bangkok, Thailand promoting Mariah Carey's 'Charmbracelet World Tour 2004' concert in the country. Check out the billboard here."

February 23, 2004 - RadioFreeRoscoe writes "Most people are aware of the new Japanese commercial that features Mariah Carey's vocals, but only a few know that it's only one aspect of her new, multimillion dollar deal with Coca Cola Japan." Read more.

February 19, 2004 - The New York Post reports that according to 'American Idol' judge Simon Cowell, Madonna is "over," Enrique Iglesias "can't sing a note," while Britney Spears just "can't sing," and Mariah Carey has a "great voice," but must "lose the attitude." Read more.

February 19, 2004 - Mariah Carey sings 'Misty Moon' in Coca Cola Japan's television commercial for Sokenbicha, the company's new tea-flavored beverage. Check the commercial clip here.

February 19, 2004 - faust writes "On the eve of the ever-more-corporate Brits, Music Choice has announced the second annual Naomi Awards 2004, and named Atomic Kitten, former Five star Abs Breen, Mariah Carey, Gareth Gates and Kym Marsh as award winners for their (lack of) contribution to the British Music Industry. Mariah has been chosen as the Worst International Female, Abs as the Worst British Male and Atomic Kitten is the Worst British Group. Check out the list of winners including Gareth Gates and Cheeky Girls at MusicChoice.co.uk."

February 19, 2004 - Mariah Carey performed in concert at the Jakarta Hilton Convention Centre on Sunday (February 15) in Jakarta, Indonesia. Carey was in Jakarta after attending the 2004 MTV Asia Awards in Singapore on Saturday. Check out pictures from GettyImages.

February 19, 2004 - Mariah Carey was on hand for the MTV Asia Awards 2004 at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on Saturday (February 14) in Singapore. Mariah took home The Lifetime Achievement Award. Check out a full list of winners and pictures at MTVAsiaAwards.com. Check out additional photos here.

February 19, 2004 - Faridul Anwar Farinordin of Malaysia's New Straits Times caught up with Mariah Carey at the MTV Asia Awards to ask her about her first concert in Malaysia at Stadium Merdeka in Kuala Lumpur. Carey said her upcoming show will be a mix of "interesting theatrical elements." She added, "It's gonna be a surprise and a great show. This time, Bianca (her brunette alter ego who was featured in her music videos and past concerts) won't be there. I thank all my fans for their continuous support and look forward to seeing them soon." As for the controversy the show prompted from local Muslim groups, Carey said, "As an artist, I understand the cultural sensitivities of a country. I didn't mean to offend anybody. And I thank my Malaysian fans who continue to give me full support." Read more.

February 19, 2004 - The Nation reports hundreds of fans flocked to Don Muang airport yesterday afternoon to welcome American superstar Mariah Carey, who will perform in Bangkok on Tuesday (February 17). "I am very excited to be here in Bangkok," Carey said. "I hope everybody will enjoy the show. It’s a great honor to be in Bangkok." Read more.

February 19, 2004 - MariahConnection.com has a new photo of superstar Mariah Carey arriving in South Korea on Wednesday (February 11) at the Buscan Airport as dozens of fans awaited her arrival. Mariah is preparing for 'Charmbracelet World Tour 2004' concerts in Asia and the Middle-East. Check out the picture here.

February 14, 2004 - Though Mariah Carey has moved up the date of her performance at Merdeka Stadium in Malaysia from February 22nd to February 20th, UMNO Youth is still not happy as the new date is too close to the Maal Hijrah celebrations. "We appreciate the organisers' initiative to change the earlier date of the concert but the new date is still too close," UMNO Youth Religious Affairs Secretariat chief Shamsul Najmi Shamsuddin said. He complained that Awal Muharram was a significant event in Islam, the proximity of the concert was a cause for concern. Read more.

February 14, 2004 - Kizzardkid writes "According to MariahDaily.com, Evan Marriott of 'Joe Millionaire' fame recently gave an interview with a radio station and took time to bash Mariah Carey. After playing clips of voice messages left on her official website, the DJ at hand questioned her sanity. Evan, who appeared in Mariah’s 'Bringin’ On The Heartbreak' music video as a helicopter pilot, commented, "You have to wonder what someone’s state of mind is when they want to do a video with a bunch of people screaming their name and asking for their autograph."" Read more.

February 8, 2004 - Mariah Carey arrived in the wee hours of the morning on Friday (February 6) in Guadalajara, Mexico for a suprise performance at a convention called Extravaganza. Check out pictures at MariahConnection.

February 8, 2004 - mikemc writes "'American Idol' judge Randy Jackson recently spoke to BET.com visitors about his involvement in Mariah Carey's upcoming album. "We just started working on a new record and I think you're gonna see a lot of different stuff from her," Jackson said. "We're gonna pull out all the stops and try some different things. You gonna see her return to what she was doing years ago with the 'Vision of Love' period. She's already got a couple of hot joints already but we're gonna take our time and make it right." Watch his answers to this topic and more here."

February 5, 2004 - Jeannette Walls of MSNBC.com reports Jennifer Lopez and Mariah Carey ran into each other at a party given at the home of their manager, Benny Medina. But a source says the feuding divas didn't come to blows. "J.Lo seemed subdued," says the source. "She and Ben had just split."

February 5, 2004 - Anonymous writes "O Fuxico reports that Mariah Carey declined a movie role where she would have to show her breasts. According to the German article Bild, the singer said she wouldn't accept the role even if they used a stunt, because that type of thing has nothing to do with her. "They would use a stunt of my body, but the next day the press would be saying that I showed my breasts and that I was naked in a movie", Carey explained."

February 5, 2004 - ballersfantasy writes "According to Starlocity.com, actress Cameron Diaz recently revealed the best way to drive her crazy - if she wasn't already there. "If you really want to torture me, sit me in a room strapped down to a chair and put Mariah Carey on, over and over again," she ranted. Diaz is currently dating Justin Timberlake, who ironically is good friends with Carey - the pair have even recorded a duet."

February 1, 2004 - Ken Barnes of USA Today took part in an online chat with readers on Tuesday (January 27) and was asked by a Mariah Carey fan what the state of "one of the most talented singers on the planet's" career was in. "I'm thinking it's in fairly dire straits," Barnes responded. "She may make a comeback or two (perhaps duetting with a rapper or a younger, admiring singer like Christina Aguilera), but she won't regain her former standing. I don't share your enthusiasm for her talent, so none of the above exactly breaks my heart." Read the entire chat transcript here.

February 1, 2004 - MariahDaily.com has posted new photo's of Mariah Carey arriving with friends at Benny Medina's birthday bash in Los Angeles on Saturday (January 24). Check out the photo's here.

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