George Michael to
Tour North America

Ladies and gentlemen, George Michael is giving North America one more try. The pop star is gearing up for his first tour of the United States and Canada in 17 years, opening the ''25 Live'' tour in San Diego on June 17, Michael announced Monday. The tour is scheduled to wrap in Sunrise, Fla., on August 3.

Other stops include Atlanta, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Seattle, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, New York City, Boston, Toronto, and Montreal.

Michael, 44, was in the '80s pop group Wham! before embarking on a successful solo career. His hits include ''Faith,'' ''Father Figure,'' and ''One More Try.''

He'll release his greatest-hits album Twenty Five in the United States on April 1. (AP)