Is all this really necessary?

I don't mean to diminish the contributions to popular music made by Michael Jackson, nor the devotion of his fans. But, aren't we going a little overboard when, on CNN .com last night, almost every section (except travel & SPORTS) has a link to at least one story about Michael Jackson?

Please see below:

CNN.com HOME
Presley: Jackson died 'as he predicted'

WORLD
'Jackson's troubles overshadowed success'

U.S.
Battles over Jackson's kids, assets may loom

POLITICS
House holds moment of silence for Jackson. Are you kidding me?!? How about a moment of silence for their lost dignity and credibility?!? What about Ed McMahon and Farah Fawcett?)

CRIME
Jackson's legal woes likely to live on

ENTERTAINMENT
BET Awards to pay tribute to Jackson

HEALTH
Jackson had history of health problems

TECH
Jackson dies, almost takes Internet with him

TRAVEL
Nothing
(What? Not even about booking flights for the funeral?)

LIVING
Michael Jackson - Essence: His clothes, hats and hair -- an unforgettable style

FORTUNE
Jackson's tour: What might have been (Fortune Magazine)

SPORTS
Nothing

TIME.com
Did Drugs Kill Michael Jackson

Must have been a really, Really, REALLY pathetically friggin' slow news week!!!