Kim Kardashian Upset With Her Nude Pictures on The Cover of W Magazine

The 30-year-old, Kim Kardashian, was very upset when she was shown a preview of her nude shoot for the front cover of W magazine, as she had been under the impression that the cover would be an arty photograph.

But when she saw it, she said it amounted to “full on porn”, as along with the cover, which featured her naked with a few strips of text covering her modesty, the inside pages, showed her completely nude slathered in silver paint.

“Oh my God, I’m more naked than I was in Playboy. I’m so mad right now. She promised I would be covered with artwork. You can see nipple,” the Daily Mail quoted her as sobbing to her sisters.

“The whole concept was sold to me that nothing would be seen. I feel so taken advantage of.

Brittany Murphy’s House Set to Go Under the Hammer

Los Angeles - Late actress Brittany Murphy’s house, located at Hollywood Hills, is set to go under the hammer.

The house, where the ‘Clueless’ star and her husband Simon Monjack died, is 8,000 square feet in area. It has had a long history since Murphy passed away in December 2009. Back in March 2010, her mom Sharon put the home on the market with an asking price of $7.25 million, reports tmz.com.

Then in April 2010, Murphy’s mom decided to pull the house off the market. About seven weeks later, Monjack was found dead in the home. However, the house has once again been put on sale.

Paris Hilton Exposed Her New Fuller Looks in Sao Paulo Fashion Week

Paris Hilton looked pompous, this weekend, as she showed off her stuff on the Sao Paulo Fashion Week. 

Paris Hilton, modelling for Brazilian brand Triton, the usually ultra slender heiress stole the show with her new rounded, curvy physique.  

The 30-year-old Paris Hilton, may have been doing a bit of weight training as her arms, shoulders and thighs all look a lot stronger. 

'Just finished walking in the @TritonLovers Runway Fashion Show. The show went amazing! The clothes were so beautiful! Loves it! Brazil rocks,' Paris tweeted.

Lady Gaga to Launch New Line of Fragrance Dubbed as "Monster"

Pop diva Lady Gaga so impressed with her ‘Monster’ tattoo that she has decided to develop a line of perfumes called “Monster”. According to media reports that her first fragrance will be called Monster and the company launching the fragrance has filed trademark paperwork for the name “Monster” to use for a “perfumery.”

Few more reported rumours are going around that Lady Gaga wants her new fragrance to smell like “blood and semen.” Well the singer does wear meat dresses, but how true are these rumours? Will her little monsters want to smell like blood and semen?

Reportedly the new fragrance by Lady Gaga will hit the markets in 2012.

Demi Lovato Back to Home After Three Months' Rehab Treatment

"Sonny With a Chance" star, 18-year-old Demi Lovato returned home in Los Angeles on Friday after getting three months’ treatment for "physical and emotional issues."

Lovato is hopeful to get back to life and her routines with her continuing outpatient treatments. She recently thanked her fans for their support "during this difficult time."

Lovato’s rehab entry was inevitable when she physically assaulted her backup dancer and former friend, Alex Welch and left her South American Jonas Brothers tour. Her lawyers recently reached a settlement agreement with Alex Welch.

Lovato’s publicists were quick to point out that the star was not being treated for alcohol or drugs. Whatever the reason for her treatment, we wish her the best for a permanent recovery.

Baldacchino Suprem: World's Most Expensive Bed Costing About $6.3 Million - - Designed by The Team of Stuart Hughes and HEBANON

There are plenty of king-sized beds in the market, but rare is the bed that makes you feel like royalty. You will get the occasional mattress that is so luxurious you never want to get out of bed. Will it make you feel like a king or queen? Doubtful. However, those seeking a truly king-like experience are in for a treat. Liverpool’s Stuart Hughes has collaborated with HEBANON by Fratelli Basile Interiors of Nocera Superiore to present the most exclusive bed ever, the Baldacchino Supreme.

The Baldacchino Supreme certainly has a royal feel about it. Why wouldn’t it? 107kg of 24-karat gold went into its making. The bed and canopy has been lacquered, patinated and sponge batted using this ridiculous quantity of gold. You will find intricate gold leaf detail and the headboard is a work of art.

Chestnut wood forms the main structure, ash wood is used for the curving and cherrywood forms the edges of the canopy. For the fabric, Stuart Hughes and HEBANON zeroed in on Italian silk and cotton with no burn certification. Moreover, buyers can customize the fabric and the decorations.

The Baldacchino Supreme is one of those rare specimens that brings royalty within everyone’s grasp. Did I say “everyone”? I meant all those people who can afford to shell out £4 million (about $6.3 million) for a bed. Yes, that is how much this beauty of a bed costs. Moreover, it is a highly limited edition. Stuart Hughes has announced that only two Baldaccio Supremes will be made.

Portuguese Urban Art Project Crono: Transforming the Streets of Lisbon

Crono is a Portuguese Urban Art project that is transforming the city of Lisbon. The project pairs amazing street artists with beautiful abandoned buildings, resulting in massive and impressive works.

From huge reptiles and birds to big-headed kings, these huge artistic additions are making the city stand out. It is also awesome to note that the Lisbon City Council is in full support of this project, providing locations in the city for the project to take place. What an awesome way to promote art in your city.

Kristen Stewart Topped the List for The Probables of Lead Role in "Snow White and the Huntsman"

As Universal studio was looking for the actresses suitable for the lead role in their upcoming flick "Snow White and the Huntsman"; it is reported now that Kristen Stewart has topped the list with most compatible features as the role demanded.

The movie tells the story of a huntsman who teaches Snow White how to fight her evil stepmother after he defies her orders to kill a young girl in the woods.

Contactmusic reports, a number of high profile actors have been linked to the role of the huntsman including Tom Hardy and Johnny Depp but "Lord of the Rings" star Viggo Mortensen is currently favourite to land the part.

According to earlier reports, actress Charlize Theron is being set to play the part of evil queen Ravenna in the film.

The film is expected to be released Dec 21 next year.

Youtube Sensation Keenan Cahill Have Great Offer from Frenchman David Guetta

Keenan Cahill, 15-year-old who hit the Youtube by storm with his lip-synced Katy Perry's song "Teenage Dream", is now offered by one of the world's best-known DJs -- Frenchman David Guetta to team up for the preview of a new dance album.

 

Cahill’s Youtube channel draws almost 200,000 subscribers and his lip-synced video has been seen by millions of times. Katy Perry herself like the video so much and she tweeted "I heart you" to the teen sensation's Twitter page.

Cahill has a rare genetic disorder known as Maroteaux Lamy Syndrome, which results in some of those afflicted developing a dwarf-like appearance. 

Charlie Sheen Being Treated for Hernia After Having Party With Kacey Jordan and Company

Charlie Sheen, he 45-year-old Two and a Half Men star, was hospitalized Thursday after having party for almost two days straight with five adult film actresses, including Kacey Jordan.

The abdominal pains that apparently took Charlie Sheen in the hospital may have been caused by a hernia. He was rushed from his home to a hospital in the Los Angeles area by ambulance on Thursday morning.

Though the L.A. Fire Department confirmed that the actor was rushed to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, a friend of the actor shot down rumors that his hospitalization was the result of a drug overdose.

According to Extra, Charlie, 45, told pal Steve Brodersen that he's "not dying" anytime soon; he's simply being treated for a "hernia" injury.

Added his rep: "He was having severe abdominal pains and went to the hospital."

Extra also reports that Charlie may need surgery as soon as Friday to repair the hernia.

DIYCouture Created by Rosie Martin - - Helps Get Anyone Making Their Own Fashion Quickly

The DIYCouture guide is a simple, straight-forward, and user-friendly set of instructions that helps aspiring designers overcome the seemingly overwhelming task of creating their own dresses.

After realizing how frustrating and convoluted most sewing patterns can be, Rosie Martin created the DIYCouture to help get anyone making their own fashion quickly and less painfully. Her guide even helps inspire users to create their own designs rather than pigeonhole them into a set of prefabricated ideas.

Art du Temps: Amazing Wall Clock Design by Illi and Julien Ado Created for An Agency Called Design by 8

This wall clock is not a clock on the wall but the entire wall is a clock. It has the best Swiss watch technology and it is mechanical but the way it works is what makes it unique and amazing.  It is wonderful to just watch the clock function and tell the time when you ask. Putting together this elaborate clock is expensive but it will soon go in for commercial production and will not remain a mere concept prototype.

Art du Temps is a design by Illi and Julien Ado created for an agency called Design by 8. The design is basically rectangular board with lot of squares on it.  These squares move up and down to the beat of the second to show that the clock is working. The movement of the squares does not follow a pattern by but happens randomly. When you want to know the time you simply ask. You can do it with a remote device or through voice command.

What follows is the most interesting part.  The squares move around like a choreographed ballet and finally display a digital clock, but one that uses physical pieces. It is called “mechanical digital hours”. Now that the production plan for the clock is in place the price of the final product has been firmed and it will cost you around 90,000 Swiss francs. They will start taking orders from March 2011. The delivery of first pieces will start from fall/winter of 2011. The wait would be worth it.

Hollow Leg Stool by Christopher Kurtz - - Simple, Minimalistic Seat That Looks Like An Over-sized Button

I can’t help but say “awww” when I look at the Hollow Leg Stool by Christopher Kurtz.

The cute little Hollow Leg Stool is a simple, minimalistic seat that looks like an over-sized button when you look at it from the top. The stool is made entirely out of black walnut wood with a wax finish for an overall smooth look. You can make your living space look cute as a button with the Hollow Leg Stool.

Spirit of 427 Furniture Line: A Tribute to Carrol Shelby’s Classing Racing Car - - Unique Furniture Line by Polish Company LA Design Studio

If you have been looking for the right furniture that will drench your décor into bouts of luxury, the AC cobra 427 furniture line is a must. The Spirit of 427 is an array of top-notch leather furnishings and is a tribute to Carrol Shelby’s classing racing car.

 The lineup consists of a sofa, an armchair and a coffee tablet. You can complete the ambience 7 by just lighting up few candles and as you sit in one of these conversation pieces, an air of 427 will sweep you off your feet. This is the work of LA Design studio which is seated in Poland. Each of these are made from materials like aluminum, leather and original car parts. It’s not something machines can dole out at the rate of 50 units in a day. About 450 hours of elite craftsmanship goes in making of one sofa piece with the fenders, headlights, mesh grille, and matching stitched seats.

 The coffee table here represents the 427’s hood with the air intake. The makers are willing to design custom pieces on buyer’s request. So you can make some additions and deletions just to make sure you have the best of the Spirit of 427.

Source: LA Design studio

Facebook Branded Cell Phones' Rumours Denied by Dan Rose

Earlier today it was reported that HTC is working on Facebook branded cellphones to be unveiled at MWC, Barcelona.

Facebook Branded Cell Phones on The Cards to be Unveiled at Mobile World Congress 

But now the claims have been denied by the Facebook officially:

Dan Rose, head of business development at Facebook, said the rumours were "overblown".

"This is really just another example of a manufacturer who has taken our public APIs (application programming interfaces) and integrated them into their device in an interesting way," he said.

13.2 Billion Years Old Galaxy Discovered by Hubble

Hubble Space Telescope discovered the most ancient galaxy which might be 13.2 billion years old. The discovery made by the American and European researches while they were trying to peep through the past when the universe was came into existence.

Hubble was launched in 1990 which can see the dim light from these ancient galaxies because it orbits outside the Earth’s atmosphere. The more powerful Webb telescope is scheduled to be launched in 2015.

Will Smith Teaming Up with Jay-Z (Shawn Carter) to Remake Broadway Classic "Annie"

A new joint venture of Overbrook Entertainment; having partners James Lassiter, Ken Stovitz, Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith, and Jay-Z (Shawn Carter), is looking to release the movies. 

Most probably, remake of Broadway classic "Annie" will be the first project to start on; which will feature Will Smith’s 9-year-old daughter Willow.

The film will be developed with Sony Pictures Entertainment and produced by Overbrook Entertainment and Jay-Z

Presto Pizzazz Pizza Oven - - Promising Freezer-to-fiery Flatbread in Minutes (See Video)

Definitely a novelty appliance, the Presto Pizzazz Pizza Oven would still be a welcome addition to my kitchen. Promising freezer-to-fiery flatbread in minutes, this revolving contraption is the Lazy Susan of baking.

Boasting top and bottom heating elements that warm your Italian dish to perfection, the Presto Pizzazz Pizza Oven needs not even warm up before you lay down the dough. Temperature and time can be controlled according to one’s preferences, making this open countertop stove a delicious, cheesy aroma-emitting device.

FRANCK MULLER JACKET: The All New iPhone 4G Case From Franck Muller - - Superb Culmination of Design And Creativity Created

One of the leading watch designers in the world, Franck Muller, who is also the recipient of the 2002 Geneve Watch Making Grand Prix award, has now come with a stunning new product, that though is worlds apart from his expert field of horology, yet in its own unique way, the all new iPhone 4G case from Franck Muller, creates a superb culmination of design and creativity. This incredibly gorgeous iPhone 4G case called, FRANCK MULLER JACKET, will be comprised of  an iPhone 4G, supplied by the Japanese telecommunications behemoth SoftBank and the case itself.

The all new gorgeous iPhone 4G case will be launched in Japan under a licensed agreement between Softbank BB Corporation and Franck Muller. SoftBank has stated that, the company will be producing 6 models of the iPhone 4G cases and each of the models will come in a limited edition with only 500 pieces per model. The entire case is made of acrylic and even if the users do not wish to use the case for its intended purpose, then this incredibly beautiful case can be used as a decorative piece of art. The all new FRANCK MULLER JACKET, iPhone 4G case will be available from the month of April this year and will come with a price tag of a whopping $1,270.

Spring/Summer 2011 Nike 6.0 Women’s Lookbook - - Featuring Female Athletes in Hottest Sporty Nike Activewear

Ladies, the wait for summer will be unbearable after you see the new Spring/Summer 2011 Nike 6.0 Women’s lookbook. This lookbook features female athletes Monyca Byrne-Wickey, Carissa Moore, Ellery Hollingsworth and Lakey Peterson sporting the hottest in Nike activewear.

I applaud Nike’s use of actual female athletes in their new lookbook. I’d much rather see actual surfers modeling Nike’s new board shorts than some pouty-faced model who has probably never ridden a wave in her life.

XL1: Super-efficient Vehicle From Volkswagen - - With Amazing Fuel Consumtion Ratio of Just 0.9 l/100 Km

Volkswagen has just unveiled its XL1 concept to the world. The super-efficient vehicle is the third iteration of Volkswagen’s continuing mission to mock today’s emissions regulations by creating a concept which returns 313mpg. The XL1 is the successor to previous VW experimental units as the L1 concept of 2009, which achieved nearly 200 mpg, and the earlier 1-Liter Car in 2002.

The XL1 has a fuel consumption of just 0.9 l/100 km. The Volkswagen XL1 measures 3,888 mm in length, 1,665 mm in width and 1,156 mm in height and has a 2,224 mm wheelbase. The Volkswagen XL1 features a plug-in hybrid power train, connected to a rear wheel drive system that also includes an 800 cm3, 2-cylinder TDI engine developing 35 kW / 48 PS and 120 Nm of torque. The electric part of the Volkswagen XL1 is represented by a motor that produces an additional 20 kW/27 PS and 100 Nm of torque. The Volkswagen XL1 is mated to the company’s 7-speed DSG transmission and a lithium-ion battery pack. The Volkswagen XL1 is actually compliant with the Euro VI emissions standards.

This makes us think that you and I could be driving diesel-electric hybrid engineered cars in the near future and all this technology is not merely a showcase of Volkswagen geniuses. Finally, car technology seems to be catching up with the race against reducing greenhouse emissions, and making this planet a cleaner, greener planet for ourselves as well as our future generations.

Priyanka Chopra's Hidden Real Estate Investment Revealed by Income Tax Department

Bollywood star Priyanka Chopra has her own home in Mumbai; everybody knows but many will not know that she has invested in real estate. The revelation came after Income Tax officials raids at her residence and office to get documents and eveidence that she owns nine flats in Mumbai.

According to the documents found by Income Tax officials; Priyanka Chopra owns five flats at Raj Classic in Versova but the actress has cleverly converted them into two - one comprising of three flats and the other two. She also owns a penthouse and three flats, which she gives out for rent.

The Income Tax officials raided the houses of Katrina Kaif and Priyanka Chopra on January 24 on suspicion of tax evasion. They raided about 12 premises belonging to the actresses and sealed their lockers and seized their documents. The raids had earlier exposed that Katrina has an unaccounted wealth of around Rs. 6 crore in the form of jewellery, property and business ventures.

Facebook Branded Cell Phones on The Cards to be Unveiled at Mobile World Congress

Social networks' fans and users are ready to explore the new horizons by using Facebook on their smartphones; as the two new Facebook branded cell phones will be launched at Mobile World Congress event in Barcelona next month. 

A manipulated image of the potential Facebook Phone

The HTC, Taiwanese cell phone manufacturer, made cell phones will run Google’s Android operating system and the cell phones will have white and blue colour scheme compatible with the official Facebook logo.

MAKO Bike Tool: A Perfect Solution to Fix Your Bike - - Ultra Light and Extra Convenient to Use

Not everyone has a grease monkey in them, so if you’re the type who just can’t figure out what to use to fix your bike, check out the MAKO Bike Tool.

With so many screwdrivers and wrenches it’s a real pain to try and figure out which is the right one. The MAKO Bike Tool packs the proper equipment in one with five metric box wrench sizes and two spoke wrench sizes. The best part is that it’s light weight which means you can carry it around as you cycle around the city.

M44: The World’s First Eco-friendly Mouse From Fujitsu - - Hope to Catch the Market on Large Scale

There seems to be a craze to save the planet lately, and a lot of us tech junkies are feeling some backlash for using plastics that were made in a factory setting. Well now there is a light at the end of the tunnel with Fujitsu’s new M44, which they are touting as the world’s first eco-friendly mouse. The creation of this mouse takes less carbon dioxide than it’s regular plastic counterpart.

The other plus to this device is that all non-metal parts are made from biologically sourced renewable compounds such as lignin, starch, and natural resins. It is rumored that this mouse is also more comfortable as its materials are far more elastic in nature. Hopefully this will catch on to the market at large. This new tree-hugging mouse will only cost you $22, which is not too shabby when you’re trying to save the world. 

Source: Fujitsu

Make Your Smile ... Your Best Accessory: 'Colgate Max White One' Commercial Capture's Paris' Attention (Must See Video)

In 2010, Colgate launched a toothpaste that promises one shade whiter in one week; but in order to effectively promote its brand, the featured Colgate ‘Max White One’ commercial took the streets of Paris for a publicity stunt that turned heads. Paris is undoubtedly is considered Europe’s fashion capital by many, so Colgate dressed its models with the best of the best as they stripped down capturing the public’s notice.

Item by item, the public started gathering the models’ items and noticed the attached message “Make Your Smile the Best Accessory.” Truly haute and truly effective.

Emoticon Keyboard by Lavatelli - - Let You Express Your Emotions Quickly and Accurately

When typing a message to another person, sometimes the most frustrating thing is for someone to misinterpret something you say. Sure we know of the smiley and frowny face, but what about all the other ones we just can’t seem to remember? The good people at Lavatelli want to make sure that you have an expression fit for any occasion, which is why they made an Emoticon Keyboard. That’s right, void of any purpose other than to type in one quick motion, a face to represent your mood to the Internet world.

This little keyboard connects via USB and pretty much ensures you won’t ever make the wrong face again. I really don’t know how many times I’ve tried to put a “)”, and instead put a “(”. This will also help those who can’t visualize emoticons on the keyboard so computer illiterates out there have a chance at some expression. Prices and a release date are TBA, but it’s definitely something to keep your eyes peeled for.

Navetta 26: Eco-friendly Luxury Yacht From Italian Yacht Maker Filippetti - - Holder of “GREEN STAR YACHT” Plate

The rich are becoming more conscious about the environment and like products that are designed with environmental sustainability criteria. There is lot of design and research work is going on the field of automobiles but now the yacht makers have started taking steps in this direction. Filippetti, the Italian yacht maker is working on a green collection and released recently Navetta 26, a luxury yacht that is first in their eco-chic series of yachts.

Navetta 26’s displacement hull, soft and rounded lines, low emissions and consumption, long range fuel and water have been designed with environmental sustainability in mind. Even the event organized for the launch of the yacht was a zero impact event on the sea where the emission of carbon dioxide during the event was totally offset by the reduction of CO2 in the same quantity. Filippetti Yacht’s Navetta 26 was on display at the Marina of Rimini for the benefit of the clients and press.

Navetta 26 is a yacht that cares for the environment and Registro Italiano Navale presented to Fausto Filippetti the plate “GREEN STAR YACHT”, the noble recognition reached only by boats that provide environmental protection and energy saving. This is the starting point of a new and exciting project for the Filippetti family and they thanked one and all for their support.

Source: Filippetti

"Tiny But Mighty": A Perfect Description for Razer's Portable Speakers Dubbed as Ferox

When you’re gaming, the quality of your audio can actually play a big part in the experience. Having a nice set of speakers is nice, but not always practical. When your main machine is a laptop, carrying around an extra pair of bulky speakers generally isn’t an option, so most people opt to either continue using their built-in speakers or bring headphones. The people at Razer have a new offering that might just change the way you think about portable speakers.

The Ferox is a set of rather small speakers, only about 2.5-inches tall. However, Razer is touting that their omni-directional sound will blow you away. They also use auto-expanding resonance chambers to replicate the sound that would otherwise be achieved by a pair of subwoofers integrated into the speakers.

Probably the most interesting feature is that the speakers don’t need to be plugged into a power source to work. Instead, they’re packed with rechargeable batteries that will last up to 12 hours on a single charge. This means no need to carry around a bulky wall plug, or tying up USB ports for power. At $59.99, I’m really interested to see how these little guys perform.