It's always great to catch some waves between movies, and Hilary Duff enjoys some fun in the sun in Hawaii recently.
Black bikinis seem to be a favorite of actresses this year, and Duff sports a very form fitting and revealing, sexy little black halter-top bikini.
Even though the waves are splashing, Hilary Duff keeps on a pair of those popular oversized black sunglasses.
Showing that she means business, Duff wears her hair in a tight ponytail.
The former child star best know for her staring role in the tv series Lizzie McGuire is bent on shedding her childhood image by taking on more mature roles.
Credit: Starsurf / Splash News
Hilary Duff up to her halter top in water
Hilary is filming Provinces of Night in which she plays the part of Raven Halfacre the teenage daughter of a promiscuous, alcoholic mother.
She has also been cast in the lead for the remake of the Story of Bonnie and Clyde.
Hilary Duff also has her own designer line Stuff by Hilary Duff which was created in March of 2004.
The initial clothing line has expanded into a designer line that includes furniture, fragrances and jewelry for the teen and preteen generation.
Credit: Starsurf / Splash News
Hilary Duff up to her chinny, chin, chin in the ocean
In February of 2009, Duff announced a partnership with DKNY Jeans to co-design a new line called Femme.
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Katy Perry's Naked Twitter Pizza Picture at Hollywood Crap.
As we enter the hot summer period, we will be seeing more and more sexy legs on display. Gone are the cold winds and it's time to enjoy those warm summer breezes on your bare sexy legs.
Not only is it a great time to add to your sexy summer wardrobe, but an economical time too. We still have lots of warm summer days ahead of us, yet those new sexy summer outfits are already on sale or reduced in price to make way for the fall.
So now is an ideal time to pick up a fashionable bargain or two and look your sexy best for all those great beach outings, picnics, barbecues, clubs or mall events that you look forward too in the good old summer time.
Sexy Bicycling Outfit
Want to look sexy, keep in shape and enjoy the summer weather?
Well, bicycling is a great way to due all three. Just add a sexy outfit, like this very sexy cherry bomb short set. The sexy triangle top and matching booty shorts in white with red trim and a floral display adds to the beautiful summertime theme of this outfit. Sexy low cut halter-top ties at the neck.
While you are bicycling around town, you will have all those male hunks focus on you. Maybe next time you can rent a bicycle built for two?
Ripped and Torn Denim Jeans Hot Trend
It should be a rip roaring hot summer and one of the biggest trends in the last few years is torn, ripped and/or distressed denim jeans.
In days of old, people recycled their old, torn jeans into hot sexy shorts by just cutting away at the inseam, voila a sexy pair of denim shorts.
Today, thanks to scientific advancements and modern manufacturing methods, you do not have to wait years for your denim jeans to achieve that ripped, worn, distressed look.
Nowadays, distressed, ripped and worn jeans are manufactured like new. Who would have guested this would happen?
Distressed micro mini shorts are oh so sexy. Couple them with a pair of leggings and you have a hot sexy look for summer, spring and fall.
Artistic Booty Cleavage
Yes, those sexy low rides jeans have been exposing some great booty cleavage for years.
Now there is a hot pair of booty shorts that not only displays your booty cleavage, but also displays it in a very artistic way.
Metallic shorts are a hot and sexy summertime item. These metallic peek a booty shorts tastefully show off your booty cleavage in a sexy heart shape cutout.
These very hot, metallic peek a booty shorts are great for lounging around the pool or for shaking your booty on the dance floor. Definitely, sexy, hot and fun.
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Yesterday was one of the saddest days in America since 9/11 in 2001 and the catastrophe of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans on August 29, 2005, when the shocking news of the sudden death of the awesome Michael Jackson shook the United States of America and echoed all over the rest of the world within seconds. Hope Obioma Opara, the Publisher of Supple magazine woke me up at about 2 am Nigerian time to break the sad news to me in tears. His younger brother Outragiouz, a Nigerian Hip-hop artiste based in America had called him to tell him that MJ was no more among the living mortals on earth. I felt feverish and sat up in bed and could no longer sleep. It could be a hoax, I said to Hope. No Mike, Michael is dead! He said. Hope is a fanatic of MJ since his teens and in fact his parents stopped him from going to America to prevent him from following in the footsteps of his idol. We kept vigil to mourn MJ and listened to more news on him on the radio.
We are still mourning Michael Jackson when the news of the death of Farrah Fawcett, (February 2, 1947 — June 25, 2009) hit me this morning. She was one of my favourite actresses of all time and one of the most celebrated pin-up sex symbols on TV. What a weekend of sorrows in America.
Michael Jackson was phenomenal and like Elvis Presley who was the indisputable King of Rock 'n' Roll, Michael Jackson was the first King of Pop Music and there can never be another Michael Jackson.
Farewell in eternity, Michael Jackson.
26 Jun 2009 05:08 Africa/Lagos
Sony Comments on the Passing of Michael Jackson
NEW YORK, June 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Michael Jackson, one of the most widely beloved entertainers and profoundly influential artists of all-time, leaves an indelible imprint on popular music and culture.
Commenting on his passing, Sir Howard Stringer, Chairman, CEO and President, Sony Corporation, said: "Michael Jackson was a brilliant troubadour for his generation, a genius whose music reflected the passion and creativity of an era. His artistry and magnetism changed the music landscape forever. We have been profoundly affected by his originality, creativity and amazing body of work. The entire Sony family extends our deepest condolences to his family and to the millions of fans around the world who loved him."
Rolf Schmidt-Holtz, CEO, Sony Music Entertainment, said: "Michael Jackson's unsurpassed artistry and beloved music brought joy to every corner of the world. We join today with his millions of fans in expressing our profound sadness and we offer our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. It was a true privilege for all of us in the Sony Music family to work with one of the most talented superstars in the history of music. We will miss him greatly."
Martin Bandier, Chairman & CEO of Sony/ATV Music Publishing, said: "Michael was the kind of amazing talent that comes along once in a lifetime. He was an incredible recording artist, an insightful businessman, an unmatched performer, and a true icon. To all of us at Sony/ATV Music Publishing, he was also a trusted and passionate partner, who was very proud of our accomplishments. He will be dearly missed. We wish his children and entire family our deepest condolences."
Five of Jackson's solo albums - "Off the Wall," "Thriller," "Bad," "Dangerous" and "HIStory," all with Epic Records, a Sony Music label - are among the top-sellers of all time. During his extraordinary career, he sold an estimated 750 million records worldwide, released 13 No. 1 singles and became one of a handful of artists to be inducted twice into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The Guinness Book of World Records recognized Jackson as the Most Successful Entertainer of All Time and "Thriller" as the Biggest Selling Album of All Time. Jackson won 13 Grammy Awards and received the American Music Award's Artist of the Century Award.
Michael Jackson started in the music business at the age of 11 with his brothers as a member of the Jackson 5. In the early 1980s, he defined the art form of music video with such ground-breaking videos as "Billie Jean," "Beat It" and the epic "Thriller." Jackson's sound, style and dance moves inspired subsequent generations of pop, soul, R&B and hip-hop artists.
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Video: LG Mobile Phones Creates Integrated, Multi-Media Marketing Campaign for
'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'
Video: LG Mobile Phones Creates Integrated, Multi-Media Marketing Campaign for LG Electronics MobileComm U.S.A. Inc. (LG Mobile Phones), in partnership with upcoming film, "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" from DreamWorks Pictures and Paramount Pictures in association with Hasbro, launched a comprehensive multi-discipline...
Los Angeles Premiere Sponsored by LG Mobile Phones
LOS ANGELES, June 23, 2009 /PRNewswire/ — LG Electronics MobileComm U.S.A. Inc. (LG Mobile Phones), in partnership with upcoming film, "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" from DreamWorks Pictures and Paramount Pictures in association with Hasbro, launched a comprehensive multi-discipline marketing campaign tied to the highly anticipated summer film in theatres on June 24. As part of the overall campaign, LG Mobile Phones participated in the U.S. premiere of the film in Los Angeles on June 22 as the presenting sponsor of the event.
The tie-in campaign includes a customized television commercial directed by "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" director Michael Bay. An in-store consumer promotion with Verizon Wireless also kicked off nationwide. The promotion allows consumers to enter a sweepstakes automatically when they send to their friends or family one of three pre-recorded phone messages from Optimus Prime®. In addition, LG launched a movie-themed micro site, www.uncoverlg.com, which includes an engaging and interactive online game. To round out the already compelling campaign, LG announced earlier this year at CTIA their limited edition Versa for the movie tie-in. The phone is available only through consumer promotions.
"Fully integrated programs give us the capacity to reach our consumers where it matters most," said Ehtisham Rabbani, vice president of product strategy and marketing for LG Mobile Phones. "Working with the studio on a high profile film franchise like Transformers provides us another rewarding opportunity to create a partnership that relates different types of technology in our consumers' lives and imaginations. We share in the enthusiasm around these cutting-edge movies and value their ability to entertain while LG brings the stories to reality."
"This LG campaign with Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen is a best-in-class example of a brand effectively leveraging the assets of a movie," commented LeeAnne Stables, executive vice president of worldwide marketing partnerships for Paramount Pictures. "They have creatively aligned their product with the excitement building around the film while delivering benefit to the LG brand in the marketplace." "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" – The Sequel to 2007's Blockbuster Hit
In the highly anticipated "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen," debuting June 24, 2009, Sam Witwicky (Shia LaBeouf) again joins with the Autobots® against their sworn enemies, the Decepticons®. Michael Bay directs from a screenplay written by Ehren Kruger & Roberto Orci & Alex Kurtzman.
DreamWorks Pictures and Paramount Pictures Present In Association with Hasbro A di Bonaventura Pictures Production A Tom DeSanto/Don Murphy Production A Michael Bay Film "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" starring Shia LaBeouf, Megan Fox, Josh Duhamel, Tyrese Gibson and John Turturro. The film is directed by Michael Bay. Written by Ehren Kruger & Roberto Orci & Alex Kurtzman. Based on Hasbro's Transformers™ Action Figures. Produced by Don Murphy and Tom DeSanto, Lorenzo di Bonaventura and Ian Bryce. Executive producers are Steven Spielberg, Michael Bay, Brian Goldner and Mark Vahradian. This film has been rated PG-13 for intense sequences of sci-fi action violence, language, some crude and sexual material, and brief drug material.
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About LG Electronics, Inc.
LG Electronics, Inc. (KSE: 066570.KS) is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances, employing more than 84,000 people working in 115 operations including 84 subsidiaries around the world. With 2008 global sales of USD44.7 billion, LG is comprised of five business units – Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance, Air Conditioning and Business Solutions. LG is the world's leading producer of flat panel TVs, audio and video products, mobile handsets, air conditioners and washing machines. LG has signed a long-term agreement to become both a Global Partner and a Technology Partner of Formula One™. As part of this top-level association, LG acquires exclusive designations and marketing rights as the official consumer electronics, mobile phone and data processor of this global sporting event. For more information, please visit www.lge.com. About LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company
LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company is a leading global mobile communication and information company. LG creates handsets that provide an optimized mobile experience to customers around the world with its cutting-edge technology and innovative handset design capabilities. Increasingly, LG is pursuing convergence technology and mobile computing products. LG will continue to take leadership in the mobile communication environment with stylish designs and smart technology. For more information, please visit www.lgmobilephones.com. About Paramount Pictures
Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment, is a unit of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), a leading content company with prominent and respected film, television and digital entertainment brands. The company's labels include Paramount Pictures, Paramount Vantage, Paramount Classics, MTV Films and Nickelodeon Movies. PPC operations also include Paramount Digital Entertainment, Paramount Famous Productions, Paramount Home Entertainment, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., Paramount Studio Group, and Worldwide Television Distribution. About Hasbro, Inc.
Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE:HAS) is a worldwide leader in children's and family leisure time products and services with a rich portfolio of brands and entertainment properties that provides some of the highest quality and most recognizable play and recreational experiences in the world. As a brand-driven, consumer-focused global company, Hasbro brings to market a range of toys, games and licensed products, from traditional to high-tech and digital, under such powerful brand names as TRANSFORMERS, PLAYSKOOL, TONKA, MILTON BRADLEY, PARKER BROTHERS, CRANIUM and WIZARDS OF THE COAST. Come see how we inspire play through our brands at http://www.hasbro.com. (C) 2009 Hasbro, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
* Kendra Wilkinson and Hank Baskett captured by the LG Mobile Phones photo booth at the after party for the ''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'' premiere sponsored by LG Mobile Phones. * Megan Fox arriving to the ''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'' premiere sponsored by LG Mobile Phones, on June 22nd, 2009 in Los Angeles, CA. * Tyrese in the LG Mobile Phones photo booth at the after party for the ''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'' premiere sponsored by LG Mobile Phones. * Peter Cullen, voice of Optimus Prime, at the after party for the ''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'' premiere, sponsored by LG Mobile Phones, along side a limited edition LG Versa ''Transformers'' phone for which he recorded exclusive ringtones. * Vanessa Minnillo at the LG Mobile Phones photo booth in the after party for the ''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'' premiere sponsored by LG Mobile Phones. * Tyrese in the LG Mobile Phones photo booth at the after party for the ''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'' premiere sponsored by LG Mobile Phones.
The Washington Post is reporting that former U.S. President Bill Clinton after dinning at a fine restaurant with Argentine President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner and her husband, former president Néstor Kirchner, enjoyed a "noche de soltero" (boys' night out).
Apparently, they traveled to Buenos Aires, Argentina well known cabaret called Crocodilo were someone in the former president's party allegedly paid well known sexy dancer Andrea Rincon $1,000 for a private show.
Credit: Piko Press / Splash News
Sexy private dancer Andrea Rincon in a sexy school girl uniform
Rincon is also known as a former participant in the TV reality show "Big Brother".
Andrea Rincon is a very sexy performer and is known for her sexy school girl looks.
According to the Washington Post story a Clinton spokesman in New York said the story "is completely false. They were at the hotel playing cards with the former and current presidents" and "a small group of staff and friends."
They were playing "Oh, Hell," he said.
All we can add is, well, give that man a cigar.
It was also reported by the Associated Press that South Carolina governor Mark Sanford who was recently reported missing, was also in Argentina.
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Wearing her underwear on the outside, a sexy trend set by Madonna, current pop music diva Lady GaGa took to the streets of Toronto in black fishnet pantyhose, black panties and bra, long thigh high black boots, and a black coat with her black oversized sun glasses and firefly red lipstick.
Lady GaGa posed with her adoring fans in her very sexy black lingerie outfit as she headed from her hotel to the 2009 MuchMusic Video Awards in Toronto, Canada.
Credit: John Kennedy / Splash News
Lady GaGa tussled with dancers dressed as police officers
Against the backdrop of a New York City subway station, Lady GaGa performed her hit Love Game as she tussled with dancers dressed as police officers.
Lady GaGa wore black knee high boots with shiny metallic spikes, black glovers with silver studs and a black corset studded in silver studs.
Credit: Stephen Fernandez / Splash News
Lady GaGa wears her underwear on the outside
Taking a cue from Madonna clone shaped bra designed by Jean Paul Gaultier, Lady GaGa wore a shiny metallic metal cone bra that erupted into a polytechnic display as she belted out her hit single Poker Face.
Lady GaGa won in the category Best International Hit for her single Poker Face.
Lady GaGa would have certainly won the Most Sexy Costume award if the category existed - hint - hint.
Other performers on the bill included Fergie of the Black Eyed Peas, The Jonas Brothers, Kelly Clarkson, among others.
Apa yang harus dilakukan jika komputer terinfeksi virus? Jangan buru-buru mengeluarkan ilmu Pasopati, alias format dan instal ulang Windows"! Dalam beberapa kasus virus, seperti Conficker, ini tidak menyelesaikan masalah. Komputer akan terinfeksi lagi begitu dihubungkan dengan jaringan,
Jadi bagaimana? Coba tangani dulu sendiri dengan dua jurus yang PCplus tunjukkan. Masa Anda kalah sama virus?
Gunakan System Restore Ini adalah jurus yang paling mudah tetapi ampuh jika Anda ingin komputer berjalan baik seperti kondisi sebelum terinfeksi virus. System Restore adalah salah satu fitur andalan di Windows XP dan Vista yang secara default diaktifkan saat OS pertama kali di-instal.
Dengan System Restore kita dapat membuat restore point (yang juga secara otomatis di buat secara berkala oleh Windows). Ini mirip mesin waktu. Maksudnya, ketika sistem 'berulah' tidak wajar, karena virus atau salah instal program atau driver, kita dapat mengembalikan konfigurasi Windows seperti ketika komputer sehat.
Contoh, ada aplikasi yang baru di-instal dan mengakibatkan OS bermasalah/sering crash. Daripada pusing dan menghabiskan waktu menganalisis letak kesalahan program, panggil saja Restore point pada saat program tersebut belum di-instal. Maka sim salabim, semua setting registri dan konfigurasi Windows lain kembali seperti sedia kala.
Restore Point dapat diterapkan jika Anda tahu kira-kira kapan virus menginfeksi komputer, atau dalam kasus Anda tidak menjalankan file virus. Cuma ada syaratnya, yakni System Restore tidak dinonaktifkan, oleh pengguna maupun virus (beberapa virus seperti Conficker menonaktifkan System Restore sewaktu menyerang komputer korbannya).
Celakanya, System Restore sering menjadi bumerang. Jka sudah masuk ke Restore point, virus yang menginfeksi komputer justru terlindung oleh System Restore. Akibatnya, meskipun sudah dibersihkan berkali-kali dengan antivirus, virus adakalanya kukuh bercokol di file-file restore point. Virus akan 'bangkit' lagi dari restore point. Ini sangatlah menjengkelkan.
Karena itu, setiap kali langkah pembersihan virus dilakukan, langkah pertama yang dilakukan adalah menonaktifkan System Restore. Ini agar virus tidak diproteksi oleh System Restore. Berikut langkah-langkah untuk mengembalikan kondisi semula (Restore Point) : 1. Klik [Start] [All Programs] [Accessoris] [System Tools] [System Restore].
2. Akan muncul tiga pilihan di layar wizard System Restore, yaitu: a. Restore my computer to an earlier time. Gunakan ini untuk mengembalikan system pada waktu tertentu. b. Create a restore point. Gunakan untuk menciptakan restore point saat ini. c. Undo my restoration. Gunakan untuk membatalkan restore point yang dilakukan. Di sini PCplus pilih [Restore my computer to an earlier time] [Next].
3. Berikutnya, Anda akan dihadapkan pada sebuah kalender. Pilihlah waktu ketika komputer masih stabil atau belum terinfeksi virus, kemudian klik [Next].
4. Pada wizard selanjutnya muncul layar konfirmasi. Pilihlah [Next].
5. System restore akan bekerja, lalu me-restart komputer. Anda perlu menunggu agak lama, sekitar 15 menit (tergantung hardware Anda), agar Windows mengembalikan Restore Point.
Sayangnya pada beberapa kasus, virus mencoba mematikan System Restore, sehingga fitur ini tidak berguna. Jadi gunakan fitur System Restore hanya jika virus belum mematikan fitur ini.
Pembersihan Manual Jika System Restore gagal memulihkan sistem komputer, masih ada cara lain. Jurus terakhir ini adalah Pembersihan Manual.
Yang paling penting, JANGAN PANIK! Langkah berikutnya,segera SIMPAN data pekerjaan Anda dan tutup semua program yang sedang aktif. Pastikan data telah tersimpan pada lokasi yang benar atau tepat dan anda mengetahui lokasinya.
Setelah itu, lakukan BACKUP data ke media penyimpanan lain (USB flash disk, CD, dll), yang terpisah dari hard disk komputer. Ini untuk mencegah hal yang tidak diinginkan pada data Anda. Jika memungkinkan, ada baiknya melepaskan hard disk yang terinfeksi dan mengkopi data penting Anda ke hard disk/media lain.
Setelah semua hal di atas Anda lakukan, jalankan langkah-langkah berikut:
1. Instal program antivirus dan lakukan UPDATE antivirus. Jika di komputer Anda sudah terpasang antivirus, lakukan saja update antivirus untuk mencegah kemungkinan infeksi virus-virus baru. Jika perlu, unduhlah tool gratis Norman Malware Cleaner di
2. Segera PUTUSKAN koneksi Internet dan koneksi jaringan lokal (LAN) Anda untuk mencegah infeksi virus ke jaringan lokal atau infeksi ulang dari jaringan/Internet. Untuk memutuskan koneksi jaringan atau Internet, begini langkahnya: a. Klik [Start] [Control Panel] [Network and Internet Connection] [Network Connection]. b. Pada Network Connection, pilih koneksi Internet/jaringan yang ada, kemudian klik kanan dan klik [Disable].
3. Nonaktifkan System Restore untuk mempermudah pembersihan virus yang diproteksi oleh Restore Point dan mencegah virus kembali menginfeksi komputer. Caranya:
a. Klik kanan pada My Computer, klik [Properties]. b. Kemudian pada [System Properties] [System Restore]. c. Pada tab [System Restore], centang pilihan [Turn off System Restore on all drives]. d. Klik [Apply] [OK].
4. Lakukan SCAN virus. Biarkan antivirus melakukan scanning secara Full pada komputer, termasuk USB flash disk (jika ada). Setelah proses scan selesai, restart komputer jika diperlukan. Alternatif lain, lakukan scanning dengan menggunakan Removal tools.
5. BERSIHKAN temporary file dari kemungkinan masuknya virus. Begini caranya: a. Klik [Start] [All Programs] [Accessoris] [System Tools] [Disk Cleanup]. b. Pada [Disk Cleanup], pilih drive yang akan dibersihkan (secara default adalah C:). c. Biarkan [Disk Cleanup] melakukan scanning terlebih dahulu. d. Pilih temporary files yang akan dibersihkan, kemudian [OK]. e. Biarkan cleanup proses bekerja sampai selesai. ***
Jika sudah melakukan dua jurus di atas, tetapi komputer Anda masih bermasalah, jangan ragu-ragu, berKONSULTASI dengan bagian TI atau vendor antivirus Anda.
"The Art Of The Remix": New Interactive Music Remixing Tutorial Released
LONDON, June 22/PRNewswire/ --
- As Recommended by Dirty Vegas and Jimmy Douglass, Producer/Engineer for Jay-Z, Missy Elliott and Justin Timberlake.
- The Art Of The Remix Video is Co-produced by Grammy Award-Winner Charles Dye
The Art Of The Remix is an in-depth video course taught by two remix experts. Vincent DiPasquale has worked with everyone from Timbaland to Madonna, while Steven Lee is one half of the dynamic Lee-Cabrera house music partnership with the legendary Albert Cabrera.
Together they've produced seven hours of essential high definition content, available to be streamed online or via a DVD, on creating a high quality remix from start to finish.
The Art Of The Remix is just like sitting right next to a couple of remix experts as they produce a track from start to finish. "Over the years, I've been fortunate enough to learn by working with some of the most talented producers on the planet," says DiPasquale. "And people are constantly asking me if they can sit in and watch during a remix. Now they can, as we remix a song together for an actual project."
"What sets The Art of the Remix apart is that by following each step you'll produce the exact same remix we did in the studio on your system," adds Lee. "Vincent teaches you every single step of the process, and by following along with the provided sessions, you'll be able to recreate the exact same result we delivered to the record label."
By following the video tutorial, the user can create a replica of the remix of Nadia Ali's 'Crash & Burn' that DiPasquale and Lee fashioned. "The entire experience will be something they can then apply to their own remixes and studio projects," says Steven, who provides the DJ's perspective on the project.
Remixing, where you are given all the constituent parts to work with is a great way of getting into producing your own individual tracks. Many of today's top producers learned their craft by starting out remixing for other people.
Notes to Editors
The Art Of The Remix is available now and is priced at :-
DVD + Streaming:
71.51 (Euro) 61.06 (GBP) 99.99 (USD)
Streaming only:
64.35 (Euro) 54.95 (GBP) 89.99 (USD)
FaderPro, co-founded by Steven Lee and Vincent Di Pasquale, produces video training courses on the art of music production.
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Video: The Department of Health and Human Services Teams Up With The White House and the Ad Council To Launch New Fatherhood Public Service Campaign
PSA Features President Barack Obama Encouraging Fathers to 'Take time to be a dad today' www.fatherhood.gov.
NEW YORK, June 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for Father's Day weekend, the Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius announced a new public service campaign today promoting fatherhood that features a PSA by President Obama. The campaign, sponsored by the Department's Administration for Children and Families and the Advertising Council, can be found at www.fatherhood.gov. The public service announcements and supporting campaign materials are designed to remind fathers of the critical role they play in their children's lives.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to: http://prnewswire.com/mnr/adcouncil/38852/
In the opening PSA of the campaign, President Obama calls fatherhood "the most important job in a man's life." "Things can get busy, and sometimes we all fall short," he says, "but even the smallest moments can have the biggest impact on a child's life. Take time to be a dad today."
"Sometimes the simplest, smallest things can make a huge difference in a child's life," said Secretary Sebelius. "As the country gets ready to celebrate Father's Day, the President and the Administration are committed to encouraging and supporting efforts by parents and mentors to reach and connect with kids. The Department has a multitude of resources available at fatherhood.gov and we will be working closely with the White House to support their Fatherhood events and outreach in the coming days and weeks."
The announcements, scheduled to begin airing across the country on Father's Day weekend, are part of a media campaign to promote and encourage responsible fatherhood sponsored by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families.
They are the work of the National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse, the Ad Council and the Campbell-Ewald agency of Detroit. To date, three television and six radio PSAs have been produced, in addition to multiple print, web and viral ads.
The PSAs encourage fathers to visit www.fatherhood.gov or call 1-877-4DAD411 for parenting tips and additional resources for fathers. To view the ads, visit www.fatherhood.gov or www.adcouncil.org.
"President Obama's involvement in the campaign is a continuation of the commitment he has shown to strengthening fatherhood. As our nation's 'First Dad,' President Obama's words are sure to be an inspiration this Father's Day and beyond," said Roland C. Warren, Media Campaign Director for the NRFC.
"We are delighted to join President Obama and Secretary Sebelius for this poignant campaign as we recognize all fathers nationwide this Sunday," said Peggy Conlon, President & CEO of the Ad Council. "I believe these PSAs will encourage more fathers this weekend and throughout the year to take an active role in their children's lives."
According to the National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse (NRFC), an estimated 25 million children live without their biological fathers and are on average at least two to three times more likely to be poor, to use drugs, to experience educational, health and emotional and behavioral problems, to be victims of child abuse and to engage in criminal behavior than their peers who live with their married, biological (or adoptive) parents. Children with involved, loving fathers are significantly more likely to do well in school, have healthy self-esteem, exhibit empathy and pro-social behavior and avoid high-risk behaviors.
"We consider it an honor to work on behalf of the NRFC," said Bill Ludwig, Vice Chairman, Chief Creative Officer of Campbell-Ewald. "We are very proud that our work informs so many American families about the impact of a father's presence in a child's life and has inspired fathers to simply spend time with their kids. Having the support of President Obama magnifies the attention and the inspiration of this critical message."
Since its launch in 2008, the NRFC's Father Involvement campaign has received more than $38 million in donated media across television, radio, out-of-home, Internet and print.
HHS
Through the Department of Health and Human Services, the federal government supports responsible fatherhood in diverse ways. Because engaged fathers strengthen families and contribute to healthy outcomes for children, many of our programs integrate support for fathers. These include Head Start, child support programs, and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families. HHS also supports programs that focus on responsible fatherhood, such as the Promoting Responsible Fatherhood discretionary grant program administered by the Office of Family Assistance.
National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse
The National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse (NRFC) is funded by Administration for Children and Families' Office of Family Assistance's (OFA) efforts to assist States and communities to promote and support Responsible Fatherhood. Primarily a tool for professionals operating Responsible Fatherhood programs, the NRFC provides access to print and electronic publications, timely information on fatherhood issues, and targeted resources that support OFA-funded Responsible Fatherhood grantees. The NRFC Web site also provides essential information for other audiences interested in fatherhood issues. www.fatherhood.gov
Campbell-Ewald
Campbell-Ewald is the nation's eighth largest advertising and digital communications agency, with more than 1,300 employees and offices in Detroit, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, New York and Washington, D.C. A part of The Interpublic Group of Companies (NYSE:IPG) , Campbell-Ewald partners with a score of national brands, including Alltel Wireless, Carhartt, Chevrolet, Farmers Insurance, Kaiser Permanente, Olympic Paints and Stains, OnStar, the United States Navy and the United States Postal Service. For more information on Campbell-Ewald, visit www.campbell-ewald.com.
The Advertising Council
The Ad Council is a private, non-profit organization with a rich history of marshalling volunteer talent from the advertising and media industries to deliver critical messages to the American public. Having produced literally thousands of PSA campaigns addressing the most pressing social issues of the day, the Ad Council has effected, and continues to effect, tremendous positive change by raising awareness, inspiring action, and saving lives. To learn more about the Ad Council and its campaigns, visit www.adcouncil.org.
Video: http://prnewswire.com/mnr/adcouncil/38852
Source: The Ad Council
CONTACT: Beth Shanley of The Ad Council, +1-212-984-1923, bshanley@adcouncil.org; or Vincent DiCaro, National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse, +1-240-912-1270, vdicaro@fatherhood.org; or Mark Benner of Campbell-Ewald, +1-586-558-6281, mbenner@campbell-ewald.com
NEW YORK, June 19 /PRNewswire/ -- The cancellation of the launch party for Beyonce's "I AM..." tour, first scheduled for this Saturday at M2, was a result of a breach of contract by the promoter. Beyonce never had a contract with the club itself and no one in her camp dealt directly with the venue. The superstar was never scheduled to perform but was to serve as a co-host and introduce singer/songwriter Solange's performance. Patrons were falsely promised a performance by Beyonce.
Source: Music World/Columbia Records
CONTACT: Yvette Noel-Schure, Senior Vice President Media, Columbia Records, Sony Music Entertainment, +1-212-833-4483, or Fax, +1-212-833-8536, yvette.noel-schure@sonymusic.com
Over the past few weeks, people in Japan have been witnessing tadpoles, fish and frogs fall from the sky. Ever since the strange phenomenon was first observed in Ishikawa prefecture on June 4, reports of animal rain have been pouring in from prefectures across the country.
So far, nobody has come up with a plausible explanation for the animal rain. Although some people believe the tadpole showers may be the result of weather disturbances such as waterspouts, no meteorological agencies have observed strong wind or unstable weather conditions in any of the areas where the rain has occurred. Others believe birds may be spitting up large quantities of tadpoles, although many ornithologists dispute this claim. Still others have suggested it may be the work of human pranksters, or even extraterrestrials.
Here is a brief timeline of the occurrences reported so far. This page will be updated as new reports emerge.
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June 4, Ishikawa prefecture — At 4:30 PM in the town of Nanao, witnesses discovered approximately 100 dead tadpoles in a 300 square meter area in and around the parking lot outside the Nakajima Civic Center. Witnesses described hearing a strange sound outside before finding the tadpoles.
Tadpoles on car windshield, Ishikawa prefecture, June 4
June 6, Ishikawa prefecture — At 7:00 AM in the town of Hakusan, a 75-year-old resident found a handful of tadpole carcasses on the hood of her car. More were found scattered in nearby yards and parking lots.
June 9, Ishikawa prefecture — In the town of Nakanoto, a number of small fish were found scattered over a residential area. About 10 fish recovered from roadsides and the tops of cars appeared to be Crucian carp measuring 3 to 5 centimeters long.
Crucian carp, Ishikawa prefecture, June 9
June 13, Iwate prefecture — At about 6:00 PM in the town of Shiwa, a 67-year-old farmer was tending her field when she heard what sounded like hailstones hitting the ground around her. She found 15 tadpole carcasses. The local meteorological agency reported the weather was calm at the time, and a local ornithologist said he found it improbable that birds dropped them.
June 15, Nagano prefecture — In the morning, about 40 tadpole carcasses were found on the premises of an elementary school in the town of Suzaka.
June 15, Hiroshima prefecture — At 8:30 AM in the town of Miyoshi, a 60-year-old resident found the carcasses of 13 tadpoles and one frog scattered in the yard and on the roof of her home. (See photo above.)
June 15, Miyagi prefecture — At about 5:00 PM in the town of Taiwa, a 74-year-old resident heard what sounded like rain outside her home. She stepped outside to find about 50 tadpoles scattered in the yard and on the roof. The tadpoles were wet, but none of them were alive. According to the woman, the sky was clear and there was no wind. She saw no birds in the sky.
Left: Miyagi prefecture, June 15 // Right: Iwate prefecture, June 17
June 16, Aichi prefecture — At around 8:00 AM, a 45-year-old company employee was driving through the town of Chiryu on his way to work, when he heard the sound of something pelting the roof of his car. When he arrived at work, he found 25 tadpole carcasses, each about 5 centimeters long, splattered on the top and sides of his vehicle.
Aichi prefecture, June 16
Some of the tadpoles were bloody and looked as if they had fallen from a great height. According to the man, there were no tall buildings nearby and the sky was clear. “At first I though birds had crapped on my car,” he said. “I was surprised to find tadpoles.”
June 16, Saitama prefecture — At 1:00 PM in the town of Kuki, a 77-year-old man reportedly found over 20 carcasses of tadpoles and small fish in his yard. The man lives about 1 kilometer away from a patch of woods where crows roost. He believes the birds dropped the tadpoles and fish in his yard.
Saitama prefecture, June 16
June 16, Miyagi prefecture — At around 4:00 PM in the town of Osaki, a 54-year-old resident reportedly found about 20 carcasses of tadpoles and small fish in her yard.
June 17, Iwate prefecture — At 5:00 AM, while walking to his rice field, a 66-year-old farmer in the town of Yahaba heard what sounded like large raindrops hitting the ground around him. He found about 30 tadpole carcasses, each about 3 to 4 centimeters long, on the road. Most of them appeared crushed, as if they had fallen a great distance. He spotted a crow flying in the sky above, but he doubts the bird dropped the tadpoles. He said there was no wind at the time. (See photo above.)
June 17, Fukui prefecture — A 67-year-old resident of the town of Sabae found about 40 tadpole carcasses outside her home in the morning. The tadpoles, which measured about 3 to 4 centimeters long, were moist. Some of them were crushed and bleeding. The weather had been fine, and the woman reportedly heard nothing strange the night before.
Fukui prefecture, June 17
June 17, Toyama prefecture — At 8:40 AM in the town of Asahi, a 59-year-old company worker found about 30 tadpoles scattered on the road in front of his home. The tadpoles measured about 3 centimeters long and had begun to develop legs. The weather was calm and partly cloudy, making it unlikely they were swept up in a gust of wind. A local biologist says that the tadpoles may have died from dehydration after venturing out from a nearby rice field. The man believes they may have been dropped by crows.
Toyama prefecture, June 17
June 17, Akita prefecture — At 10:30 AM in the town of Ugo, a 37-year-old candy shop manager found about 70 tadpole carcasses in yards and on the streets near her store. Most of the tadpoles, which measured about 2 to 3 centimeters long, appeared crushed. The shop is located in a residential area near rice fields and a river. She blames birds.
Akita prefecture, June 17
June 17, Kagoshima prefecture — While taking an evening walk, a 58-year-old company employee in the town of Isa came across about 20 tadpole carcasses in the street. According to the man, there were rice paddies nearby, but the road was dry.
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Saitama prefecture, late May — In a loosely related story, an employee at a nursing home in the town of Sakado found a mummified snake on a wooden deck outside the facility one morning. The mummy, which measures about 30 centimeters long and appear to be the dried remains of a baby Japanese striped snake or Japanese rat snake, is coiled up in a strike pose.
Mysterious mummified snake, Saitama prefecture
It is unclear where the snake came from and how it made its way to the nursing home, although it appears to have fallen from the sky (perhaps it was dropped by a bird). The employee, who believes the unusual find is a sign of good luck, put the snake mummy on display in a glass case in the lobby. However, he was forced to remove it after some residents complained.
Beyonce Makes Two Lucky Concertgoers' Day With a Dereon Handbag and Sunglasses Giveaway
Beyonce gives Dereon handbag and a pair of Dereon sunglasses out as a prize to a lucky text message winning concertgoer during her "I Am... Sasha Fierce" concert tour
NEW YORK, June 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Two concertgoers, in arenas on each stop of the US leg of the "I AM..." World Tour, will receive a special gift from international superstar Beyonce. Excited fans in Europe have already experienced the handbag and sunglasses giveaway and Beyonce is now extending the gift to her US fans at every single show. Beyonce features the same handbag and sunglasses as part of her wardrobe during the concert. The Dereon handbag and sunglasses giveaway will now be one of the exciting highlights of the concert and Beyonce and the Dereon team will reward two lucky fans that participate in the "Text to Win a Dereon Handbag and Sunglasses" contest. Fulfillment of the prize to the winners will take place after each show of the "I AM..." summer tour.
The "I AM..." World Tour comes to the US on June 21 and June 22 with a two-night stint at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Later in the summer, Beyonce will headline the Essence Music Festival in New Orleans on July 3. On June 16, a new video and music compilation called "Above and Beyonce Video Collection & Dance Mixes" will be available nationwide exclusively through Wal-Mart, and at J&R Music in New York City. It contains seven videos, behind-the-scenes footage and eight songs taken from her critically acclaimed third solo CD, "I AM...Sasha Fierce". It also features a chart-topping remix version of "Ego" in both video and song with Kanye West, which can only be found in this collection. For more information on the new video collection and a complete list of US tour dates, log onto www.beyonce.com.
About Beyond Productions LLC:
Beyond Productions LLC was founded in May 2004 by Tina and Beyonce Knowles, and Jason and Arthur Rabin of Wear Me Apparel / Kids Headquarters. This partnership provides the infrastructure for licensing and brand management for Dereon, the junior lifestyle collection that debuted at retail for the Holiday 2006 season, House of Dereon, a contemporary women's line that was introduced in Holiday 2005 and the new Miss Tina collection, a line of clothing and accessories produced for Home Shopping Network that debuted in August 2007. Inspired by three generations of women united in a labor of love, House of Dereon and Dereon are named in honor of Tina Knowles' mother and Beyonce's grandmother, Agnez Dereon, who was a talented seamstress and influenced Tina's love of fashion and style. The Dereon line, which is available at department and specialty stores across the US and Canada, features sportswear, and denim offerings along with outerwear and accessories that include hats, handbags, jewelry, eyewear, intimates, footwear and collection for girl's.
Girls in their bras and panties share an umbrella waiting to win a shopping spree
What would you do to snag a £100 shopping spree.
Would you brave a rainy day?
Undress to you undies - knickers on a cool and windy day?
Well, the General Store on Deansgate in Manchester UK a few weeks ago, attracted a long lines of guys and dolls dressed in their briefs and knickers waiting for a change to win one of the 100 - £100 shopping spree.
Yes, not even the cold, rainy weather could dampen the determination of these fashionably undressed shoppers from lining up early for a change to score a shopping spree.
Credit: Richard Beetham / Splash News
Male hunks in their briefs stand in the rain
The underwear clad male and female shoppers waited in line, hoping to be one of the first 100 on line, and thus the winner of a shoipping spree.
Whether they wore a sexy matching lace black bra and panties set or a bright yellow bra with red panties and Sponge Bob picture, they waited for the store to open.
Credit: Richard Beetham / Splash News
Girl winners shop in their underwear
Maybe it's the global recession or all those very sexy little tops and mini skirts inside the store that kept the shoppers mind set on winning.
Well, we are sure that the winners will enjoy their fashionable new wardrobe.
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