TMZ — Elton John was NOT still standing ... after tumbling backward out of his chair at a tennis match -- and it all happened on camera.Sir Elton was taking part in a charity tennis match at Royal Albert Hall Sunday in London ... when he attempted to… ... more info

The Telegraph — Fans using their mobile phones to take my photo means it is difficult to relax at games, says the pop singer and former Watford FC chairman more info

The Independent — Anyone who has yet to see Elton John live, or simply cannot wait to relive the experience – tickets go on sale at 9am this morning. more info

The Daily Mail — It was Whitney Houston vs. Elton John on this week's X Factor. more info

The Telegraph — The seven remaining acts once again take on two musical greats. Isabel Mohan reviews the night's proceedings more info

Stereogum — On Thanksgiving night, VH1 will premiere A Very Bonnaroo Thanksgiving, which features footage from this past year’s festival. The special will include performances by Paul McCartney, Arcade Fire, Elton John, Metallica, Pearl Jam, Macklemore & Ryan ... more info

Reuters — WASHINGTON (Reuters) - British singer and activist Elton John said on Friday a new $7 million partnership between his foundation and U.S. government agencies will help create an AIDS-free society but urged more work to reach that goal. more info

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The Telegraph — The Children in Need single features Sir Elton John and a Bengal tiger. Anita Singh reveals its secrets more info

Perez Hilton — God only knows what we'd do without this amazing cover! On Tuesday evening, BBC Music aired a very special performance of God Only Knows, a classic Beach Boys song from 1966. Big music stars like One Direction, Lorde, Kylie Minogue, Sam Smith, and El... more info