Monday, December 24, 2012

Selena Gomes on Justin Bieber's lap as they kiss in airport after romantic ski break

They went through a rocky patch when they briefly split last month.

But it seems that young starlets Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez have sorted out their differences once and for all, after they were spotted kissing at a Salt Lake City airport on Friday.


Proving to all the doubters that they are back together and are stronger than ever, Selena sat on her boyfriend's lap as the pair indulged in a steamy kissing session while waiting for their flight.


As in love as ever: Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez prove that they're most definitely back together as they kiss at an airport in Salt Lake CityAs in love as ever: Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez prove that they're most definitely back together as they kiss at an airport in Salt Lake City


Selena and Justin seemed as together as ever as the 20-year-old jumped onto her beau's lap, putting an affectionate arm around his waist.

An eyewitness told Radar Online: 'They were very affectionate with each other. They were kissing on and off and they just sat together and talked and looked 

According to reports, the couple took some time out from their busy schedules to fly to Utah for a romantic ski trip, and were joined by Selena's best friend Taylor Swift and her boyfriend Harry Styles.

But it seems that not everyone is happy that the couple have reunited, as Selena has received a barrage of abuse from Justin's devoted fans on Twitter.

Back on: Since splitting briefly in November, the couple have reignited their relationship Back on: Since splitting briefly in November, the couple have reignited their relationship



Cuddled up: Selena jumps on to her boyfriend's lap as they wrap their arms around each otherCuddled up: Selena jumps on to her boyfriend's lap as they wrap their arms around each other


'Go back to your own friends and family. let justin breath and get your tongue from down his throat @selenagomez,' (sic) wrote one of his followers.

While another wrote: 'Your relationship is faker than joan rivers face @justinbieber @selenagomez'

The pair were wrapped up for their Utah getaway, with Justin in a blue padded coat and Selena in a khaki number, while they both sported black jeans and knitted hats.

Selena was spotted arriving in Los Angeles on Friday sporting the same outfit, although Justin was nowhere to be seen.

Romantic getaway: The young couple took time out to jet off to Utah for a romantic ski breakRomantic getaway: The young couple took time out to jet off to Utah for a romantic ski break


 

Sorted it out: The young couple reportedly met up for a series of discussions about their relationship, which obviously went wellSorted it out: The young couple reportedly met up for a series of discussions about their relationship, which obviously went well


Two days earlier, Justin, 18, was spotted hopping on a private jet in Van Nuys, California, with a female companion presumed to be his 20-year-old girlfriend.

It comes after a secret meeting took place between the on-again off-again lovebirds earlier this week.

They first split in November, but were rumoured to have gotten back together only to split again.

However as they canoodled while waiting to catch a flight on Saturday it looked like any issues the duo may have once had have now dissolved.

According to Perez Hilton, the reason behind the most recent parting was down to Justin's growing friendship with Selena's ex-boyfriend.

Selena was apparently livid when she found out her ex Nick Jonas had been hanging out with Justin like old friends.

Leaving separately: Selena was spotted leaving LAX on her own on Friday, after the couple's tripLeaving separately: Selena was spotted leaving LAX on her own on Friday, after the couple's trip



Romantic getaway: On Wednesday Justin was seen catching a private jet out of Van Nuys which is seems took him to UtahRomantic getaway: On Wednesday Justin was seen catching a private jet out of Van Nuys which is seems took him to Utah


 

Is that you, Selena?: A female companion was seen joining the pop star, presumed to be his girlfriendIs that you, Selena?: A female companion was seen joining the pop star, presumed to be his girlfriend


 

Have a holly Dolly Christmas! Chantelle Houghton braves Lakeside on Xmas Eve as she takes baby daughter to meet Santa

For most people, the thought of hitting the shops on Christmas Eve fills them with dread.

But Chantelle Houghton decided to ignore the warnings and take her baby daughter Dolly to meet Santa Claus at Lakeside Shopping Centre in Thurrock, Essex.

The 29-year-old reality star gazed adoringly at her little girl as she treated her to a trip to the grotto, where she is said to have promptly burst into tears upon seeing Dolly on Santa's knee.

Have a holly Dolly Christmas! Chantelle Houghton braved Lakeside shopping centre in Essex on Christmas Eve to treat her daughter to a meeting with Santa ClausHave a holly Dolly Christmas! Chantelle Houghton braved Lakeside shopping centre in Essex on Christmas Eve to treat her daughter to a meeting with Santa Claus


 


Overwhelmed: Dolly seemed slightly unsure at her festive surroundings, leaving Chantelle giggling at her daughter's reactions

Overwhelmed: Dolly seemed slightly unsure at her festive surroundings, leaving Chantelle giggling at her daughter's reactions


Overwhelmed: Dolly seemed slightly unsure at her festive surroundings, leaving Chantelle giggling at her daughter's reactions


 

Before heading inside to the grotto, Chantelle held her little girl, who was wearing a pink polkadot all-in-one, close and showed her the festive additions at the sight.

And Dolly, whose father is Chantelle's ex-fiancé Alex Reid, appeared slightly overwhelmed, with a bemused look on her face as she took in her surroundings.

After leaving the grotto, carrying a present given to Dolly by Santa, Chantelle made her way around the packed shopping centre to pick up her last few gifts.

Emotional: Chantelle is said to have burst into tears at the sight of Dolly sitting on Santa's lap, and held the little girl close as they headed out of the grottoEmotional: Chantelle is said to have burst into tears at the sight of Dolly sitting on Santa's lap, and held the little girl close as they headed out of the grotto


 


Pretty in pink: Dolly looked adorable in a pink and brown spotted onesie, while mum Chantelle opted for an all-black ensemble

Pretty in pink: Dolly looked adorable in a pink and brown spotted onesie, while mum Chantelle opted for an all-black ensemble


Pretty in pink: Dolly looked adorable in a pink and brown spotted onesie, while mum Chantelle opted for an all-black ensemble


 

The former Celebrity Big Brother star dressed down in an all-black outfit consisting of leggings, boots and a leather-look top with a black cardigan over the top.

Chantelle left her long blonde hair loose apart from pinning her fringe back, and went for a glamorous look with her make-up with red lipstick, nails and fake eyelashes.

This Christmas marks Dolly's first, and will be celebrated without her father Alex - following his less than amicable split from Chantelle and their acrimonious war of words ever since.

Not sure about this: Both Chantelle and Dolly looked slightly apprehensive ahead of going insideNot sure about this: Both Chantelle and Dolly looked slightly apprehensive ahead of going inside

The moment of truth: Chantelle hugs her little girl tight as the pair make their way into the grottoThe moment of truth: Chantelle hugs her little girl tight as the pair make their way into the grotto


But speaking in a recent interview, Chantelle said she is going to do her best not to let the situation get her down, and wants to make the holidays as special as possible for little Dolly.

She told new! magazine: 'I am (sad) in a way (that Alex won't be there), but it'll be fine without him. I don't know him anymore.'

Chantelle also spoke of her sadness that she wouldn't be getting an eternity ring for Christmas from Alex as a sign of commitment following Dolly's birth.


 


Last-minute: After their experience meeting Santa, Chantelle and Dolly did some last-minute shopping before heading home

Last-minute: After their experience meeting Santa, Chantelle and Dolly did some last-minute shopping before heading home


Last-minute: After their experience meeting Santa, Chantelle and Dolly did some last-minute shopping before heading home


She lamented: 'Obviously Alex should have bought me one, but he didn't. (When I read a friend had one) I actually felt really hurt and gutted and thought, "That's what he should have done for me."'

Chantelle's comments came after Alex spoke of his dream of waking up with Dolly on Christmas morning during an interview with Jeremy Kyle.

He said: 'I'm not in love with Chantelle but I love my kid and I don't wish her any harm. The best Christmas present ever would be waking up with my little girl.'

10 Vendet me te bukura ne Shqiperi qe nuk duhen len pa vizituar

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Shqipëria është një tokë e mbushur plot surpriza dhe e aftë për të mahnitur edhe turistin më skeptik. E gjendur mes maleve dhe detit, Shqipëria është një vend ku mund të ngelesh pa mend nga kultura dhe nga panoramat e saj natyrore.
Për të apasionuarit pas turizmit malor Shqipëria po ju pret. 70 km larg qytetit të Shkodrës, në zemër të alpeve shqiptare ndodhet Thethi. Ai shquhet për kontrastet e relievit, ujëvarave, bimësisë së dendur, livadheve e sidomos ngjyrave. Shtëpitë karasteristike të zonës, gatimet tradicionale por edhe shumë aktivitete argëtuese i bëjnë pushimet tuaja të paharrueshme.Në veri të vendit nuk duhet lënë pa vizituar Lugina e Valbonës në Tropojë. Në bujtinat e Valbonës, ndërtesa kryesisht dykatëshe të stilit tradicional me çati të pjerrëta e në të rrallë edhe me tjegulla, vizitorët gjejnë ushqim tradicional, shtrojë e mbulojë, si dhe zjarr për t’u ngrohur. Rruga deri në Valbonë është një mrekulli më vete. Lundrimi me tragetin Fierzë-Koman paraqet një atraksion të vërtetë turistik për këdo që viziton Tropojën.

Në juglindje të Shqipërisë Voskopoja është një prej fshatrave ku kultura, tradita dhe peizazhi unifikohen në mënyrë harmonike për t'i dhënë asaj vlera turistike të përhershme.

Por Shqipëria fantastike kompletohet edhe me pjesën e bregdetit.

Mjafton të afrohesh në qytetin e Sarandës për të zbuluar pjesë mahnitëse tëDetit Jon, aq sa mund të mos pendohesh që s’je në detin e Karaibeve. PlazhiPalas i Vlorës, për shembull, meriton sigurisht një qëndrim të gjatë. I shtrirë në bregun e shkëlqyer që përfshin Qafën e Llogarasë dhe Sarandën, ai karakterizohet nga shtëpiza të bardha dhe fshatra të vogla, të cilat shtrihen në një zonë të artë të rrethuar nga natyra e bukur.

Ndër vendet më joshëse është gjiri i Kakomes, një nga zonat më të bukura detare të bregut ballkanik.

Në bregdetin jonian ndër më të frekuentuarit është plazhi i Dhërmiut. Qetësi, bregdet të pastër, por edhe gjelbërimi në disa pjesë të tij i bëjnë të veçanta pushimet në të.

Kur zbret në plazhin e Dhërmiut nuk mund t'i rezistosh një rikthimi të dytë.Plazhi i copëtuar në gjatësinë e tij rezervon gjire të pafund e zona të pashkelura kurrë.

Jala është një tjetër perlë që mbush mozaikun e plazheve të detit Jon. Por ata që plazhin e duan me rërë Deti Adriatik ofron mundësi pa fund. Ndër më të veçantit është plazhi i Tales në Lezhë, zonë kjo e konsideruar e virgjër e gati-gati e panjohur për shumë kënd.

Kombinimi pamjeve mahnitëse në mal dhe bregdeti i mrekullueshëm janë vetëm disa nga bukuritë që natyra i ka dhuruar Shqipërisë

Sunday, December 23, 2012

What can Simon Cowell do to save his show? The X Factor USA saw ratings DROP for its season finale

 

Simon Cowell is known as the man with the golden touch in the pop industry but despite securing a third season of the X Factor US, his show is rapidly losing viewers.


The latest series saw a radical reshuffle that included hiring pop singers Britney Spears and Demi Lovato for the judging panel and tapping celebrity personalities Mario Lopez and Khloe Kardashian to co-host the show’s live episodes.

However the Fox reality show saw another substantial ratings drop for its season finale last week according to industry reports.

The man with the golden touch: Simon Cowell's X Factor is struggling in both the US and the UKThe man with the golden touch: Simon Cowell's X Factor is struggling in both the US and the UK


While rival show The Voice's finale hit a season high and ranked as the show’s biggest closer yet, the X-Factor finale was below its best numbers this season and fell notably from last year.


The two-hour finale in which Tate Stevens was crowned X Factor champion was loaded with guest stars but only pulled in 9.6 million viewers, down 18 percent from its first season finale in which Melanie Amaro won the $5 million record deal.
Time for a rethink: The X Factor is losing out to rival show The VoiceTime for a rethink: The X Factor is losing out to rival show The Voice


 

And things don't look good for 37-year-old country singer Stevens either, as one year on from Melanie's victory she is struggling to make an impact in the Billboard charts.


The father of two beat teenager Carly Rose Sonenclar into second place to scoop the top prize of a $5m record contract last Thursday night.


But reviews of the second season were not favourable with EW.com reporting: 'The song-and-dance productions were as clunky and forgettable as ever, Britney’s faces got real old real fast, and Mario and Khlomeister still can’t even figure out which camera to gape at.'

'Above all, the show is just devoid of any real character … Simon Cowell is the worst of them all - barely awake, looking insulted to even be spending his time like this.'

'It’s his show, and he’s embarrassed, and he doesn’t care enough to inject any life into it … it’s like an unintentional parody of a reality show with zero sense of humor about itself.'

It was also announced that judge LA Reid, chairman of Epic Records, the Sony-owned label which will sign the winners of X Factor USA, is leaving the show.

And things aren't going any better on the X Factor UK.

Simon is 'frustrated' and 'worried' about the future of the show, according to his ex-girlfriend Sinitta.

The 80s pop star, who is close friends with the music mogul, said he is even considering a possible return to the show, which has suffered a fall in viewing figures this series.

Sinitta told the People: 'This has been the worst series ever and Simon wants to come back.'

Since quitting the ITV show following the 2010 series to start up X Factor USA, Simon had found it difficult to manage the British version from Los Angeles.


Sinitta said: 'Simon says X Factor is his first baby. He worries about the show and there is a lot for him to worry about at the moment.

'The wrong people are going. He finds it frustrating. He doesn’t want the whole thing to fall apart.'

'It is also no secret that he has missed working on the UK show.'


 

Pay for send me a message ?

Want to send me a Facebook message? But you’re not my Facebook friend? Pay up.

The social network is overhauling its in-house messaging system with a new set of filters that it says will help users reach out and poke each other more effectively. Part of the overhaul: A test that will allow some users to ping people they’re not friends with, if they’re willing to spend a dollar.

Facebook says the changes are primarily designed to let Facebook users who already know each other make sure their missives connect. But the most interesting part of the move is what the social network is calling a “a small experiment to test the usefulness of economic signals.”

Here’s how it will work: A limited number of U.S. Facebook users will now have the ability to pay Facebook a fee to send a message other U.S. Facebook users who they don’t know. Facebook isn’t spelling out the cost publicly, but people familiar with the company’s plans say it will start at a dollar a message, and will tinker with the fee over time. The option will only be available to individual users — not marketers and brands — and Facebook will only allow users to receive a single paid message per week. But users can’t opt not to receive paid messages.

Here’s Facebook’s rationale for the move:

This test is designed to address situations where neither social nor algorithmic signals are sufficient. For example, if you want to send a message to someone you heard speak at an event but are not friends with, or if you want to message someone about a job opportunity, you can use this feature to reach their Inbox. For the receiver, this test allows them to hear from people who have an important message to send them.

Glass half-empty translation: Facebook is selling access to your inbox, which you previously could have kept closed to anyone you don’t know, to the outside world.

Glass half-full version: Maybe you do want to hear from those people! And the one-message-a-week cap, combined with the $1 fee, will prevent your inbox from filling up with spam.

New tato of Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez is following the footsteps of her heavily-inked beau Justin Bieber.

The Disney darling recently added to her body art during a visit tattoo artist to the stars, Bang Bang, in his Lower East Side storefront in NYC. Gomez got the Roman numeral LXXVI — which stands for 76 — inked on the nape of her neck.

What’s the meaning behind the inscription?

“The tattoo was a tribute to a family member who she said means a lot to her,” the tattoo artist told The Daily Mail. “Selena was nervous it might have been painful, so she held her best friend’s hand the whole time. But she did a great job.”

After sharing a snap of Gomez admiring her new tat in a mirror on his Facebook, Bang Bang tweeted, “I hope u love it girl! @selenagomez.”




The A-list tattoo artist has inked the likes of Swizz BeatzChris BrownRihannaKaty Perry and Gomez’sSpring Breaker costar, Vanessa Hudgens. Bang Bang has even worked with Gomez’s boyfriend, having drawn the word “Believe” on Bieber’s inner elbow.

And this isn’t the first tat for Gomez, 20. The singer-actress — whose animated film, Hotel Transylvania, debuted this weekend at No. 1 with $43 million — has small musical note on her wrist, which was inked by Louie Gomez (no relation) at Hollywood’s Under the Gun tattoo parlor in February.

Kim Kardashian Hot Photos & Video of her buddy

Even though winter is quickly approaching, Kim Kardashian managed to keep temperatures very hot during a recent trip to Miami, Fla. where she was photographed flaunting her gorgeous figure in a pink-colored bikini.

The reality TV star looked better than ever as she enjoyed a little sunset stroll with her good friend Jonathan Cheban. The pair were also spotted hanging out together at Miami’s Pembroke Gun Range on Friday.

In fact, Kardashian — who recently celebrated her 32nd birthday — has spent a lot of time in Miami as of late, as she is currently filming new episodes for her spinoff series Kourtney & Kim Take Miami.

Just last week, she and boyfriend Kanye West enjoyed a double date with Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick at Makoto restaurant in the Bal Harbour Shops.

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