The concert of international pop icon Madonna scheduled Sunday in Dusseldorf, Germany, will be monitored by German prosecutors to determine whether a mock crucifixion during the performance is offensive to religious beliefs. However, the prosecutors say they will not be watching the show live, but rather rely on media reports to conclude their observations.

A theater house in Sao Paolo, Brazil is making waves after launching an innovative way to stage a play. Inside a bathroom. An article published by the Folha de Sao Paulo said the play titled "Thorough Search," is being staged inside one of the bathrooms at the Renaissance Theater. Because of the limited space, only 30 people can watch the play during its showing.

An estimated 2,000 magicians from around the globe, from China to the Virgin Islands are taking part in this week's World Championship in Magic in Stockholm, Sweden. A report by the AP says tables floating shoulder-high, cards sailing through the air, rabbits pulled out of habits, a table levitating were just a few of the tricks the competitors were presenting.

Cambodian government might have allowed the native damsels to compete for their beauty at Miss Cambodia Contest, provided that wear proper attire. The government has banned the beauties to wear swimming suits during the contest to "preserve Cambodian culture. " The country, which is holding its first Miss Cambodia competition after more than a decade, has ruled out skimpy attire in contests, organizers said Friday.

In what always amounted to the odd highlight of every Association of the Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit, the gala dinner showcased performances from foreign ministers as they entertained their hosts. Japanese Foreign Minister Taro Aso acted a Humphrey Bogart impersonation while New Zealand's Winston Peters sang like Johnny Cash. China's Li Zhaoxing led a choir and South Korea's Ban Ki-moon took the stage bedecked in green sequins.