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Track List Of Britney Spears’ 6th Album Circus

2008-12-04T04:19:00.000-08:00

Here’s the track list, with the first song on the album to be her hit Womanizer:

1. Womanizer
2. Circus
3. Out From Under
4. Kill The Lights
5. Shattered Glass
6. If U Seek Amy
7. Unusual You
8. Blur
9. Mmm Papi
10. Mannequin
11. Lace and Leather
12. My Baby

Britney Spears on Good Morning America

2008-12-03T02:47:00.000-08:00

Britney Spears appeared on Good Morning America today and performed two numbers to coincide with her birthday and the release of her new album Circus.

While most agree that Britney is looking great, the same can’t be said for the performance, with Britney clearly lip syncing and not doing a very good job at that either. This is the second time recently Spears has been caught lip syncing, with UK fans outraged following a similar fake performance on The X Factor.

Her dancing is being strongly panned as well: not only doesn’t she sing when she “performs,” not having to make noises doesn’t seem to help her feet either.

Britney Spear's manager Larry Rudolph says 'SPEARS IS LIKE FAMILY'

2008-11-27T06:37:00.000-08:00

BRITNEY SPEARS' manager LARRY RUDOLPH has spoken of his close relationship with the singer - insisting he loves her like a daughter.
The music mogul is widely credited with masterminding the Toxic hitmaker's career, but was reportedly dismissed as her manager after he united with her parents to force Spears into rehab at the beginning of last year (07).

But Spears is bouncing back following a tumultuous last 12 months - which has seen her lose custody of her kids to ex-husband Kevin Federline, shave off all her hair, and endure two stints in hospital.

Rudolph is now working on her current comeback campaign, and admits he will always be there for the troubled star.

He tells the Los Angeles Times, "I've known this girl for over half her life, since she was 13. We have a very close friendship, but it's sort of hard for me to explain my relationship with her. It's a friendship, it's a business relationship, there are some paternal aspects to it.

"I understand her better than everyone other than her immediate family. The bottom line is I think she's amazing. I love her. She's been a big part of my life, and I've been a big part of her life. Being a part of this new phase in her career is something I was very open to."

Micheal Jackson settles legal dispute out of court

2008-11-26T06:15:00.000-08:00

Michael Jackson has reportedly settled a legal dispute with the King of Bahrain's second son over an alleged breached music contract.

Jackson had been due to appear at the high court today to give evidence in the case.

The 50-year-old pop star had previously been expected to give evidence in the case via videolink, but last week medical advisers cleared him to travel from the US to make the appearance in London.

Sheikh Abdulla Bin Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa claims Mr Jackson reneged on a music deal.

He is said to have been suing Jackson for £4.7 million, claiming that under their agreement an album, stage play and candid autobiography were to be produced.

Jackson denied the allegations, saying there was no such agreement and that the case was based on "mistake, misrepresentation and undue influence".

The King of Pop was reportedly invited to Bahrain by Sheikh Abdulla shortly after he was acquitted of child molestation in the US.

Reports late last night suggest a deal was agreed in principle by the two parties out of court.
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Canned Heat star dies

2008-11-25T06:30:00.000-08:00

The former frontman of legendary blues rock band CANNED HEAT has died of a drugs overdose.

Robert Lucas, 46, passed away at a friend's house in Long Beach, California on Sunday (23Nov08).

Lucas was one of four singers to have fronted the band during their 40-year career. Original singer Bob 'The Bear' Hite died of a heart attack in 1981.
Lucas recently left the group to pursue a solo career.

His former manager, Skip Taylor, paid tribute to the rocker: "His unequaled fury and stage presence, together with his earth-shattering vocal delivery, gave him the ability to channel many of the blues masters through his words, songs and musical ability. He has been recognized by blues fans and critics worldwide as one of the most inspired singer, player and songwriter talents of the past decade."
Lucas is survived by his parents, sister and a teenage son.

Janet Jackson takes time off to plan pregnancy

2008-11-24T06:01:00.000-08:00

JANET JACKSON is taking a break from music to focus on having a baby with boyfriend JERMAINE DUPRI, according to new reports.

Jackson sparked rumors she was expecting her first child with music mogul Dupri after she scrapped a string of rescheduled concerts after falling ill with vertigo at the beginning of October (08).

According to reports by the National Enquirer, the couple is using Jackson's hiatus to start a family.
A source tells the tabloid, "She's over her health problems, and he feels since the tour was less than a smash hit, it would be the perfect time to start a new project - a baby. Janet is 42 years old. Jermaine wants to get married and have a child before it's too late.

"Janet tried to fight through the dates but it was getting more and more difficult. He told her they don't need the money, and he didn't want to put her through the exhaustion and risk of more health problems. They both want a baby - he told her the time was now.

"He wants Janet to focus on her health so that if she gets pregnant, there won't be problems that could prevent her from carrying to full term. After hearing Jermaine's logic, she decided to cancel the tour.
Earlier this month, the singer revealed she is just waiting for the right time to become a first-time mum, telling Sister 2 Sister magazine, "At some point it's coming. When? I have no idea. He (Dupri) has been past ready. He's just waiting for me; I'm the one holding up the whole thing.

"Everyone tells me that there will never be a good time, that I will always be busy, but I just think when the stars are aligned it will happen."

TIME 100: Brangelina The Most Influential People in the World

2008-07-18T09:52:00.000-07:00

In the May double issue of TIME magazine, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are listed as 'Heroes & Pioneers'. They are considered as the most influential people in the world.

An article was written about the couple by George Clooney, who is actively engaged in trying to resolve the Darfur crisis

The article was described as :

It is one thing to talk about the problems of the world and quite another to actually try to change things.

As a team, actors Brad Pitt, 44, and Angelina Jolie, 32, have served as our goodwill ambassadors worldwide. They brought help to Pakistan in 2005, after a catastrophic earthquake killed tens of thousands of people and left millions homeless. They have tended to the poor and sick in Africa.

And they've raised global awareness—and contributed $1 million of their own money—for the victims of atrocities in Darfur. Brad co-founded Not on Our Watch, an organization set up to focus global attention on Darfur and other hot spots.

In the U.S., Brad and Angelina didn't just talk about, or even just throw money at, the tragic fallout from Hurricane Katrina. They actually moved to New Orleans and have set about trying to make right what so many have made wrong. Brad established a project to finance and build 150 new homes in the Ninth Ward.

Angelina has worked tirelessly through the United Nations on behalf of refugees around the world, touring border camps in Africa, Asia and Latin America and lobbying on Capitol Hill. The couple cares for three adopted children, from Cambodia, Ethiopia and Vietnam, in addition to their biological daughter.

There are hundreds of people, who could be honored for their good works, but I've seen Brad and Angelina firsthand, and their commitment together is truly impressive.

by George Clooney

Britney's dad quits catering job to manage pop star's affairs full-time

2008-07-17T09:43:00.000-07:00

Britney Spears life has taken many ups and downs in the last couple of years. But now Britney’s father Jamie Spears has quitted his catering job and has taken on the full time role over the Britney’s personal and business affairs.
Now it seems that Britney’s life is coming back on the tracks with her father joining her to help the pop princess.

According to recently released court documents, the dedicated dad had to abandon his catering business as the Gimme More singer's interests required his full-time attention. The father-of-three is now living with Britney in LA and earning $2,500 a week.

Since officially taking control of the former pop princess' affairs in February, Mr Spears has helped win the 26-year-old more visitation rights to her sons Sean Preston, two, and one-year-old Jayden James. A hearing to review his position is scheduled for July 31.

Megan Fox has struggled a lot to overcome the poverty

2008-07-16T09:32:00.000-07:00

The world's sexiest female Megan Fox was once a poor lady without enough money to shave her legs.

Megan Fox used to be so poor she didn't have enough money to shave her legs.

The 'Transformers' actress struggled for cash when she first moved to Los Angeles and had to forgo a number of life's luxuries, including personal grooming.

She said: "When I moved to Los Angeles I had no money. I remember needing to shave my legs, and I didn't even have enough money to buy disposable razors. So I'd wear pants all the time."

Megan - who was recently voted the world's sexiest woman by readers of men's magazine FHM - has previously admitted she loves having sex and insisted women should be more open about what they like between the sheets.

Megan Fox said: "I really enjoy having sex, and that's offensive to some people. Women are the quickest to call other women sl**s, which I think is sad. I haven't met a lot of men who have said, 'You like having sex? What a dirty w***e you are.' "

Jennifer Aniston and John Mayer have fun at Poolside

2008-05-31T11:19:00.000-07:00

Jennifer Aniston and John Mayer continued the hot new couple relaxed at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Miami Saturday, eating, chatting – and smooching – poolside.

Mayer was photographed frolicking with the former Friends actress on a beach in Miami, Florida last week, fueling speculation that the pair is together, reports Usmagazine. When questioned about his budding love at New York's Costume Institute Gala on Wednesday, Mayer said. "Listen, this is not a scandal, this is not an issue, this is not a problem, this needs no spin control." "This is me living my life," he added.

Aniston enjoyed with Mayer, eating salads and talking softly with one another. At one point the singer, 30, whispered into Aniston's ear, sparking a smile from the actress, 39.

Their quality time didn't end there. Mayer and Aniston also attended the Miami wrap party Saturday night at Nikki Coconut Grove. Mayer shielded Aniston from photographers as she climbed out of the car. The couple kissed throughout the evening, enjoying '80s music provided by the party's DJ before calling it a night.

Madonna kissing another woman

2008-05-31T11:09:00.000-07:00

Madonna did it again.

Madonna is at it again. At a gig this week in Paris to promote her latest album “Hard Candy”, the 49-year-old lip-kissed an unidentified woman on stage, drawing comparisons with her previous stint with Britney Spears five years ago at the MTV Video Awards.

The superstar more famously locked lips with Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera back in 2003 at the MTV Video Music Awards. She later revealed to Out magazine that the kiss had prompted her daughter Lourdes to ask her whether she was gay. To this Madonna replied: "I am the mommy pop star and she is the baby pop star. I am kissing her to pass my energy on to her."

In the meanwhile, the singer - who turns 50 in August - has something to smile about now that her new album, Hard Candy, has topped the Billboard charts.

Newlywed Mariah wants to throw a £2 million ceremony

2008-05-30T10:56:00.000-07:00

Known for her extravagant approach to life, Touch My Body singer Mariah Carey surprised the world by marrying her actor beau Nick Cannon in a secret low-key ceremony in the Bahamas last month. And now the chanteuse is planning to exchange her vows once more - in a no-expense-spared New York wedding this summer.

Mariah Carey and Nick Canon want to throw a £2 million lavish ceremony for their wedding.

The 38-year-old star revealed on a US chat show last week that she and her new actor husband intend to renew their vows every year. And as her tropical nuptials were attended by "mainly people there to do my hair and help me with the dress", the bride wants to begin with a lavish £2 million ceremony "in the next six weeks".

She wants over 2,000 guests. The budget will be well over $4 million and she'll have at least 14 bridesmaids."

Jessica Alba gets married secretly to Cash Warren

2008-05-24T11:39:00.000-07:00

Jessica Alba and Cash Warren have gotten married, PEOPLE confirms.

According to a source, they were married in the Beverly Hills courthouse’s ceremony room under an arch of green silk foliage and white flowers. They were casually dressed, with Alba wearing a long blue dress and her hair back in a ponytail.

Warren on Monday, applied for a marriage license and waited about 40 minutes for the paperwork to be processed before a staff member from the courthouse married them and nobody else attended the wedding the source says.

Alba, 27, is expecting a daughter with Warren, 31, this summer. The couple met while filming Fantastic Four and were engaged last December.

Pregnant Angelina Jolie craving for unhealthy foods

2008-05-22T12:25:00.000-07:00

According to sources, pregnant Angelina Jolie is craving unhealthy foods from fast food resturants. An insider says that she isn’t watching what she is eating.

Jolie is reportedly craving french fries dipped in a milkshake and hot sauce. “She has In-N-Out french fries dipped in milkshake and hot sauce. Its not good – but she is pregnant,” the source adds.

Jolie recently confirmed she and Brad Pitt are expecting another child by showing off her baby bump at the Spirit Awards. The couple already has three adopted children and one biological daughter.

Angelina Jolie's due date is August 19. I think she should take a good care of herself and the baby.

Robert Downey Jr. got a new high 'Iron Man'

2008-05-15T10:07:00.000-07:00

Since Robert Downey Jr. kicked drugs he is now proving that he's one of the greatest actors of his generation. Donning the metal suit, his blockbuster hit 'Iron Man' hauled in $100.7 million over opening weekend. The film also scored overseas with $96.7 million in 57 countries since it opened last Wednesday, putting its worldwide total at $201 million. Downey just rocks as Tony Stark and casting him was a brilliant idea.

Downey says he was blown away by the idea of being Iron Man and wearing the cool suit.

Downey, who says he's next movie "Tropic Thunder" is the best work he's ever done, is thrilled that people are finally talking about his work again and not his drug use and jail time. "The funny thing about a movie like "Iron Man" is that finally there's something that's bigger than my past issues. I give myself permission that I don't really have to talk about the stuff I've been talking about for five years."

Lindsay Lohan Poses Nude – as Marilyn Monroe

2008-03-31T10:38:00.000-07:00

After the frenzy caused by Lindsay Lohan's topless tribute to Marilyn Monroe, more sensational pictures have surfaced.

The Mean Girls star, 21, stripped off for New York magazine to pay homage to the screen siren.

Sporting a blonde wig, Lohan was covered only by a sheer printed sheet in a bid to recreate Marilyn's final photoshoot before her death.

Recreating Monroe's legendary 1962 final photo shoot for Bert Stern with the veteran lensman himself, Lohan posed for the spread on Feb. 5 at the Hotel Bel-Air.

When it came to being nude before the camera, "I was comfortable with it," says Lohan, 21 (Monroe was 36 in 1962, the year she died) – though Lindsay does admit to having done "250 crunches" the night before the shoot.

There was also no avoiding the parallels between Monroe's tragic fate – dead from an accidental overdose of prescription medicines – and that, recently, of Heath Ledger's.

"They are both prime examples of what this industry can do to someone," says Lohan.

When it is pointed out to Lohan, who has been in rehab three times, that the possibility may exist of a similar fate for her, the young actress replies with a tinge of annoyance: "I don't know. I'm not them. But I sure as hell wouldn't let it happen to me."

Brad Pitt And Angelina Jolie expecting twins

2008-03-10T12:30:00.000-07:00

Brad Pitt has confirmed to friends that lover Angelina Jolie is expecting twins, according to a British tabloid.

The Troy star announced to his friends that the couple will soon be adding two more members to their family. The couple already have three adopted children Maddox, Pax and Zahara and their 21-month-old daughter Shiloh.

An unnamed "friend" is quoted on the Daily Mail website as saying: "Brad's been very quiet about this pregnancy so far but this was the weekend he decided to let the cat out of the bag. He's telling everybody close to him, because he is having to change his work schedule to get ready for the birth.

"They're having twins, Angelina is healthy, and he's thrilled that he's going to be a father once again.

"They didn't exactly plan this pregnancy, but they wanted more children and Brad says Angelina was very willing to have them herself."

Angelina's pregnancy was confirmed at the weekend after she posed on the red carpet with a visible baby bump.

Jennifer Lopez gives birth to twins

2008-02-25T09:09:00.000-08:00

Couple Marc Anthony and Jennifer Lopez are blessed with twins, a baby boy and a baby girl. The babies were born on 22nd of February 2008. The girl was born at 12:12 a.m. weighing 5 lbs. 7 oz. and the boy was born at 12:23 a.m. weighing 6 lbs.

The photos of the twins may fetch $4-6 million to Marc Anthony and Jenifer Lopez. As Nicole Richie got $1 million, Christina Aguilera got $2 million and Brangelina got a whopping $4 million for their babies photos. So you need to wait for some time to see the photo of the twins.

Kim Kardashian Poses For Playboy

2008-02-13T11:23:00.000-08:00

Star Kim Kardashian has claimed that she posed nude for Playboy not for money and publicity but to help girls.

The 27-year-old said that she got naked to help young girls who had become accustomed to seeing only thin models in magazines.

"I did it because I'm not one of those stick-skinny girls you see. I felt like girls today need to see a normal body," The Sun quoted her, as saying.

She was also all praise for her mother who convinced her to do the right thing, and get her pose for the mag.

The stunner added: "My mum actually pushed me to do it! I think she's living vicariously through me a little bit."

The curvy beauty was featured in a photo layout in the December 2007 issue of Playboy magazine.

Paparazzi-Free-Zone for Britney Spears

2008-02-12T04:22:00.000-08:00

Britney Spears has always been in reviews and at the top of the list of the media paparazzi. But now Brit can expect to have some free air for a 20-yard “personal safety zone” if the proposal that has been proposed to the Authority for her safety is accepted. This step has been taken over the issue that happened late last month when Spears’ ambulance had to be surrounded by police cars and helicopters to prevent the paparazzi from snapping photos of the singer en route to the hospital.

Also the singer’s father, Jamie Spears was granted the authority to fire her business manager Sam Lufti by a superior court commissioner, according to documents released Friday.