California authorities have ordered singer Michael Jackson to close his Neverland Ranch.
The star, who moved to Bahrain after being acquitted of sexual molestation, has not been paying his ranch employees and hasn't maintained proper insurance for the staff. There have also been suggestions of animal cruelty, as he reportedly can't afford to feed his menagerie.
The state of California says that Jackson has not paid at least 30 of his employees since January, which is when the workers compensation policy expired. The employees may not report to work until Jackson reinstates the policy, until then , the animals at the ranch will be looked after by local animal welfare workers.
The Neverland Ranch is spread over 2,800 acres. In addition to a sprawling home, there is a zoo and a theme park. | 
