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Pop Star Shaves Head in Shame, Films Apology For Spending Night With Boyfriend
A Japanese pop star shaved her head and offered a filmed apology after breaking her management firm’s rules by spending a night with her boyfriend.
The sobbing Minami Minegishi, 20, has been seen by millions on YouTube after she failed to abide by her handlers’ cardinal rule – NO DATING.
Pop Star Shaves HeadMinegishi’s bizarre mea culpa came after a gossip publication ran photos of her leaving the apartment of her boyfriend, Alan Shirahama, a boy band dancer.
In the video on the official site of her band, AKB48, she said she made the decision to shave her head to show
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Invisible Driver Prank: Coming to a Drive-Thru Near You!
As practical jokes go, the Invisible Driver Drive-Thru Prank – as created and filmed by compulsive prankster and magician Rahat – ranks in the upper tier.
For this trick, members of the audience, Rahat builds a seat cover that looks just like the seat in his Nissan, then puts it over himself while he’s driving.
The result? What appears to be a car that drives itself … and has a real craving for fast food. Delish. Watch Rahat’s hilarious demonstration below:
Drive Thru Invisible Driver PrankAmong the choice reactions:
- “Instagram that joint!” – Apparently people say
Mitt Romney Introduces Paul Ryan as "The Next President of the United States"
Mitt Romney picked Paul Ryan for Vice President this morning, and apparently thinks very highly of him, as Paul received a promotion within five minutes!
Okay, not really, but in introducing the Wisconsin Congressman and rising GOP star to a Norfolk, Va., crowd, Romney finished his remarks with a gaffe:
“Join me in welcoming the next President of the United States, Paul Ryan!”
Mitt Romney Introduces Paul Ryan
Of course … if President Obama wins reelection, then Ryan wins the White House in 2016, Romney could be proven correct! Chances are that’s not what he meant.
Mitt caught his
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Presenting: The Harry Potter Theme Song, Wine Glass Style!
The following video may not be overly impressive to Harry Potter fans who are accustomed to magic, but we find it pretty darn cool.
A Japanese YouTube user named “marayu74″ has released a look at him playing this iconic franchise’s theme song, using nothing but wine glasses. How does he accomplish this feat? It has something to do with the right amount of water and the right type of glass… but whatever.
Just watched and be amazed now!
Harry Potter Theme Song… Using Glasses!
Originally posted here: Presenting: The Harry Potter Theme Song, Wine Glass Style!
Glenn Beck Says Family was Harassed in NYC, Preaches to "Hateful People"
Glenn Beck and his family attended a screening of Alfred Hitchcock’s The 39 Steps in Bryant Park on Monday night, but the host explained on his radio show today that he was greeted with anything but a warm welcome.
“It was a hostile situation,” he said, detailing how wife Tanya had wine “intentionally kicked on her back” and how a man pointed at Tanya and Beck’s daughter and screamed: “We hate conservatives here!”
No one told the trouble makers to knock it off, Beck continued.
“I apologize to anybody who had their movie experience wrecked because of the people that found it so necessary
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Justin Bieber and Chris Brown Tweet, Tease Upcoming Music Video
Justin Bieber and Chris Brown aren’t just collaborating on a music video.
According to director Colin Tilley, they are collaborating on a music video that is “gonna be big.” And now we’ve got your first look at it.
The artists have Tweeted two photos of themselves on the set of “Next 2 U,” with Brown writing “Judgement day!! Lol” and Bieber adding: “#Next2You #EPIC.”
These pictures likely won’t land Brown in any trouble, unlike another Twitter-based news item regarding the singer. Turns out, he and Rihanna are following each other on their accounts.
We didn’t see that coming!
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Justin Bieber to Release Female Fragrance
Justin Bieber knows what women want. Especially because, more often than not, the answer is simple: him.
But now the 17-year old who has already come out with his own line of nail polish has announced he’ll release a perfume because, let’s face it…
“The way a girl smells is very important to a guy,” he told Women’s Wear Daily. “I have such a deep connection with my fans, so creating a fragrance that I personally love is another way I can bring them closer to my world.”
And, really, is there any place a girl would rather be?
The scent will be titled “Someday,” retail for $35, be available
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Gwen Stefani Donates $1 Million to Natural Disaster Relief
Gwen Stefani is good people.
The singer has become the latest celebrity – following Sandra Bullock, Demi Lovato and others – to donate a large chunk of change to those affected by the earthquake and tsunami in Japan.
She has given $1 million to the Save the Children’s Japan Earthquake-Tsunami Children in Emergency Fund.
Says the artist: “I’ve been inspired by Japan for many years and have a true love, appreciation and respect for the Japanese people and their culture. The disaster in Japan is beyond heartbreaking and I want to do anything I can to help. I would never be able to make a
More >Open Call: Become The New Aflac Duck
One week ago Aflac fired Gilbert Gottfried from his job as the Aflac Duck mascot the company is in search of new talent. Gottfried, who has voiced the duck since it was introduced in 2010 was fired after the comedian made numerous Japan Earthquake jokes via Twitter.
While speculation first floated around that another celebrity would take over the role, Aflac has decided instead to open up auditions to the general public. According to Aflac Chief Marketing Officer Michael Zuna, the company will accept 30-second audio and video files and then pick the beck Aflac duck squawk impression.
Just be
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Gilbert Gottfried Makes Japanese Earthquake Jokes, Loses Aflac Deal
When will celebrities learn that just because they can say anything they want when microblogging, they probably shouldn’t. Aflac spokesperson or perhaps I should say former Aflac rep Gilbert Gottfriend took to Twitter on Sunday and tweeted the following message:
“I just split up with my girlfriend, but like the Japanese say, ‘They’ll be another one floating by any minute now.’”
Later adding:
“What does every Japanese person have in their apartment? Flood lights.”
Even after receiving harsh criticism from his own fans he continued with:
More >“Japan called me. They said ‘maybe those jokes are
Too Soon? 50 Cent Makes Waves With Tsunami Jokes on Twitter
We suppose you can give 50 Cent credit for trying to lighten the mood, but it was still a little soon for Japanese earthquake/Tsunami humor, most likely.
While countless celebrities Tweeted their thoughts and prayers to the victims, the rapper attempted some online stand-up comedy, with mixed results.
Some of 50′s ill-advised Twitter tsunami one-liners …
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- “Its all good Till b*tches see there christian louboutins floating down da street shit gone get crazy.”
- “Look this is very serious people I had to evacuate all my hoe’s from LA,Hawaii and Japan. I had to do it. Lol”
- “Wave will hit 8am
The new low in movies – 3D Porn
[HMG] – In a story whose unwelcome arrival was just a matter of time, it’s been announced that a group of Hong Kong film makers are now busily engaged in producing the first 3D porn film.
Due for release sometime in May, the $3.2-million movie ”3-D Sex and Zen: Extreme Ecstasy,’ starring Japanese adult actresses Yukiko Suo is already being filmed, and is directed by Christopher Sun.
“This is the future of the movie business,” producer, Stephen Shiu told the Telegraph. “It’s human nature to want to see things in 3D.”
Based on “The Carnal Prayer Mat,” an erotic story that’s become a classic in
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Hello Kitty Motor Oil…Sure Why Not
Hello Kitty is everywhere from band-aids and board games to bath soaps and even cell phones, heck we even hear she actually has a cartoon floating out there somewhere, but now she’s taken herself somewhere you wouldn’t expect to see her, motor oil.
Yes you heard me correctly, the cuddly kitty is now featured on a can of Japanese motor oil. The oil, a synthetic mixture is meant for use in compact cars and retails for a cost of $33.
Now I’m all for endorsements if they actually make sense to the character, what I’m not for is watching as Hello Kitty pink washes the world with her likeliness.
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Kim Cattrall’s New ‘Do: Love It or Hate It?
Sex and the City 2 may have bombed at the box office in America, but this is one franchise beloved around the globe.
That’s why Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall and company found themselves in Tokyo yesterday, premiering the sequel for a horde of adoring fans.
These onlookers were also the first to witness Cattrall’s new hairstyle, as the actress pulled out a short, blonde bob for all in attendance. What do you think of the look?
Get more looks at the new ‘do below. Parker, Cattrall, Kristin Davis and the entire Sex and the City gang greeted fans at the sold-out event and even toasted More >
