Vallenato duo bring Colombian genre to U.S. fans (Reuters)

Reuters - Vallenato, the traditional, accordion-anchored music of Colombia's Caribbean coast, has long been seen as a poor cousin of tropical music in the United States.

Miley Cyrus celebrates Sweet 16 at Disneyland (AP)

AP - Miley Cyrus' 16th birthday party was more boisterous than sweet. Cyrus celebrated the hallmark birthday at an over-the-top Disneyland celebration Sunday — even though she doesn't actually turn 16 until Nov. 23. The theme park was closed for the supersized soiree, which included a four-song performance by the teen queen and a fireworks display above Sleeping Beauty Castle and 16 giant inflatable candles.

DJ AM Rep Says He's A-OK (E! Online)

E! Online - Don't let the bandages fool you—DJ AM is on the road to recovery.

Slick Rick among honorees at VH1 Hip Hop Honors (AP)

AP - Even though he's considered one of rap's all-time greats, when Slick Rick is asked about his most significant accomplishment, he doesn't mention having a platinum-selling record, classic hits like "Children's Story" or even his most recent accolade — getting saluted as a pioneer at the "VH1 Hip-Hop Honors."