Justin Bieber has come under fire from politicians in the Philippines after he mocked Filipino boxing legend Manny Pacquiao online.

Following Pacquiao's knockout bout with Juan Manuel Marquez earlier this month, the Baby hit-maker uploaded two photo shopped snaps of the fighter on the floor of the boxing ring.

One had The Lion King character Simba standing over Pacquiao alongside the caption, "Dad wake up," while another mock-up had Michael Jackson in his famous leaning pose from the Smooth Criminal video, mirroring Pacquiao just before he hit the floor.

The photos have outraged Filip...

Boxers Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr. have reached a settlement in their on-going legal dispute.

The Filipino fighter filed a lawsuit against Mayweather, Jr. in 2009 for defamation after he allegedly accused the 33 year old of using performance-enhancing drugs.

The two have been embroiled in a bitter legal battle ever since, but on Tuesday both parties decided to drop the case.

The terms of the agreement are unknown, however, both sides will pay their own legal fees.

Mayweather, Jr. and his father, 59-year-old trainer Floyd Mayweather, Sr., have since released a statement to TM...

Jailed boxer Floyd Mayweather, Jr. is the world's highest-paid athlete, according to Forbes magazine. Mayweather, Jr. was sent to prison last month for a three-month stint for a domestic violence charge.

Mayweather, Jr., nicknamed "Money" for his high-earning and extravagant lifestyle, reached the top spot due to lucrative fights with Victor Ortiz and Miguel Cotto in the past year, which have earned him an estimated $85 million.

Mayweather, Jr.'s chief rival, Manny Pacquiao, lands second on the Forbes list with earnings of $62 million.

The boxer unseats Tiger Woods, who held the number-o...

Boxer and entertainer Manny Pacquiao has apologized for remarks he made about same-sex marriage to a conservative publication earlier this week - but insists he'll never be a fan of the idea.

The Filipino fighter and politician incurred the wrath of gay groups and was banned from a Los Angeles shopping mall after telling the National Conservative Examiner that he was against the idea of gay marriage.

Pacquiao was quoted as saying: "God only expects man and woman to be together and to be legally married. It should not be of the same sex, so as to adulterate the altar of matrimony, like in ...

A popular Los Angeles shopping mall has banned boxing champ and entertainer Manny Pacquiao over comments he made about same-sex marriage.

Bosses at The Grove, where Pacquiao was scheduled to make a TV appearance on Wednesday, took offense to remarks the sportsman and politician made in a National Conservative Examiner interview - and told security staff he wasn't welcome at the mall.

In the article, Pacquiao was quoted as saying: "God only expects man and woman to be together and to be legally married. It should not be of the same sex, so as to adulterate the altar of matrimony, like in t...

Hours after a report surfaced in which Manny Pacquiao insinuated that all gay people should be put to death ... the boxer rolled over to his L.A. gym ... where he was SWARMED by adoring fans.

Manny ignited a media firestorm yesterday over an interview with National Conservative Examiner. Manny was asked about Obama's stance on gay marriage ... and he quoted Leviticus 20:13.

"If a man lies with a man as one lies with a woman, both of them have done what is detestable. They must be put to death; their blood will be on their own heads."

After the report surfaced, Manny was reportedly banne...

Eddie Murphy is using press interviews around his new movie "Tower Heist" and his Oscars hosting gig to help promote a potential boxing clash between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather, Jr.

A big fight fan, Murphy recently hung out with Mayweather, Jr. in Las Vegas and he insists he's a longtime supporter of Pacquiao - and he can't wait for the two boxers to sort out their differences and get in the ring.

And Murphy's interest has been spiked by the news Mayweather, Jr. has tentatively booked the MGM Grand in Las Vegas next May for the big fight.

Appearing as a guest on late-night show...

Top boxer Manny Pacquiao has been hit with a lawsuit from his former accountants over allegations of unpaid fees.

The Filipino sportsman allegedly called in financial experts last year to sort out his tax issues.

The accountants claim they found a solution to Pacquiao's money problems, even allowing the fighter to borrow cash from their firm - but he's reportedly failed to settle his bill.

They have now filed suit, seeking payment for their $649,016 fee, according to TMZ.com.

Socialite Paris Hilton got into the fighting spirit as she watched Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao defend his title in Las Vegas on Saturday.

Hilton and her sister Nicky were part of the sold-out crowd cheering on Pacquiao at the MGM Grand Arena, where he defeated American boxer Shane Mosley after 12 rounds to retain the WBO (World Boxing Association) welterweight title.

After staying behind to watch a post-fight news conference, the heiress turned from fan to friend after she was introduced to Pacquiao and his wife Jinkee.

In a series of posts on her Twitter.com page, Hilton writes,...

Last night, fans gathered at MGM Grand in buzzing anticipation of [Saturday night's] Manny Pacquiao vs. Shane Mosley fight. Partygoers made their way to Studio 54 where brunette bombshell Arianny Celeste hosted a pre-fight party as part of the Knockout Kings' Pound4Pound Weekend.

Jaws dropped and flashes snapped as Celeste arrived looking sexy in a body-hugging one-shoulder silver mini-dress. Celeste completed her look with black glittery stilettos, fierce bangles and perfectly coiffed locks. The "Ring Girl of the Year 2010" made hearts melt as she coyly smiled and posed for photographers ...

Boxer Manny Pacquiao is facing a $10 million lawsuit over allegations he signed a recording contract but failed to deliver any songs.

The Filipino sportsman is said to have agreed a deal with bosses at RBM Group International in 2009 to record 12 tracks.

Executives at the music company allege they handed the star a $40,000 payment for the first two songs, but Pacquiao has yet to produce any recordings.

RBM bosses filed suit at Los Angeles County Superior Court on Wednesday claiming the boxer broke his promise and left them $200,000 out of pocket. The papers also allege the company has...