LONDON - Michael Jackson will perform "Thriller" from his famed 1982 album in a rare public appearance at the World Music Awards next week, organizers said Wednesday. The 48-year-old reclusive pop star will receive a Diamond Award, given to artists who sell more than 100 million albums, at the Nov.

By Dean Goodman LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The organizers of the World Music Awards, an obscure event struggling to get some attention on the crowded showbiz calendar, might want to consider another name.

LOS ANGELES - Destiny's Child and Mariah Carey helped solidify their status as bankable international acts, combining to win the most honors at the 2005 World Music Awards, which selects winners based on the strength of their worldwide record sales.

LOS ANGELES - Destiny's Child, The Game and Gwen Stefani each nabbed honors on the strength of their worldwide sales figures at the 2005 World Music Awards.

LOS ANGELES - Usher, 50 Cent, Mariah Carey and The Game were among the recording artists up for multiple honors Wednesday night at the 2005 World Music Awards, which selects winners based on worldwide sales figures. The slate of nominees at this year's awards show, to be telecast Sept.