Britney Spears' father has lost his bid to retain some of his rights over the pop star's estate. Jamie Spears has controlled his daughter's finances and personal affairs since she was admitted to hospital in 2008, as part of a contentious legal agreement. The conservatorship - known as a guardianship in many US states - is normally a temporary measure for people with diminished ability who struggle to make decisions for themselves. In November last year, the 39-year-old unsuccessfully tried to oust her father from the role - and the judge in that hearing named private wealth management firm the Bessemer Trust as a ... (full story)