Random Articles & Incidents

[Peter Daley]

Just a collection of unusual and interesting (in my opinion) articles related to Moon and the UC:

Dec. 3, 2006: British UC Pastor Behind Worldwide Shark Smuggling Racket (Independent)

June 28, 2010: Michael Jackson: Moonies Want Millions From His Parents (Shobiz 411)

The Moonies wanted to underwrite a Jacksons tour of South Korea with Michael. According to sources, they contacted Joseph and Katherine Jackson and members of the Jackson family. They gave them all gifts and cash, ranging from Rolex watches to luxury cars. At one point, the group's representative went to Frank DiLeo, Michael's manager and brought two casher's checks for $500,000 apiece. DiLeo refused to accept the money. He said, "If Michael wants to tour South Korea, we'll call you." The truth was, DiLeo and Jackson did not want to be involved with the Unification Church.

The Moonies meantime made a deal with Joseph Jackson and the ever astute Jermaine for the tour. When it didn't materialize, they sued for their money and gifts to be returned.

March 12, 2011: Moonie Ballet Starts Epic Overseas Tour (The Chosun Daily)

February 18, 2016: Empty Coca-Cola Can & Other Religious 'Relics' of a Modern-Day Messiah in S. Korea (Malay Mail - Internet Archive)