"Britney Spears and the Backstreet Boys are the big winners at the 1999 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas."

"Teenage pop sensation Britney Spears will go all out to snare Prince William on his 18th birthday - but only in a cartoon."

"Teenage pop star Britney Spears says she is baffled by her raunchy image."

"A rumour that Britney Spears was dead is scotched after the story was spread by two radio DJs and a hoax website using the BBC logo."

"Young celebrities turn out for pop star Britney Spears' farewell party as she nears the end of her European tour."

"The independent label behind Britney Spears settles its infringement lawsuit against online music company MP3.com."

"Pop star Britney Spears is to make her feature film debut, playing a straight-laced high school student, according to reports."

"Britney Spears pulls out of a high-profile UK appearance this weekend."

"Teenage pop star Britney Spears has been forced to delay the start of her UK tour."

"Fans of pop star Britney Spears can now go shopping online with her and boyfriend Justin Timberlake."

"Pop icon Britney Spears is among several celebrities selling off their kisses for Valentine's day to help Sir Elton John's Aids charity."

"Singer Britney Spears' firm has signed a deal with video game publishers to produce new games linked to the international star."

"Teenage singing sensation Britney Spears is heading for the number one spot this week after selling record numbers of her first UK single."

"Teenage sensation Britney Spears has shot to number one with one of the fastest-selling singles in chart history."