Thursday, 31 October 2013

A little monstrous! Lady Gaga sports scary toothy smile, huge jacket and black underwear on bizarre Dope single cover

With her famed quirky fashion sense and eclectic style, the cover for Lady Gaga's new single Dope is predictably bizarre. 
The star poses in an enormous boxy double breasted jacket, black hat and scarf tied around her eyes. Her wide open mouth shows a bizarre grille in her teeth, making them look oversized.
The jacket is cropped at the waist and the 27-year-old singer also sports black underwear with mysterious bruises around the crotch area.
Bizarre: Lady Gaga released the bizarre artwork for her new single Dope on Thursday
Bizarre: Lady Gaga released the bizarre artwork for her new single Dope on Thursday
The outfit is completed with the addiction of what appears to be one black leather over-the-knee boot.
The enormous boxy jacket appeared to be inspired by the cover of Talking Heads album Stop Making Sense.
The star revealed via her Twitter account that her new single will be released on November 4.
It also features on her forthcoming new album ARTPOP.
'Dope will be available 12:01am local time Nov 4th,' she wrote. 'Final song available for purchase before ARTPOP release Nov 11.'
Gaga has recently been in London to promote ARTPOP where she has been seen in a series of typically eccentric outfits.
Bizarre: Lady Gaga released the bizarre artwork for her new single Dope on Thursday
Eclectic: Gaga sports an oversize boxy jacket, black underwear, a black boot, hat and strange oversized false teeth
She was recently named Glamour's Woman of the Year and sat down with Andy Cohen to discuss her feelings on beauty, Madonna and her own body image issues.
When asked whether or not she considers herself to be beautiful, the star had a very self-aware response.

N255m SCANDAL: This Is My Story ––By Stella Oduah

The embattled Aviation Minister, Stella Oduah appeared before the House of Reps Committee investigating all the issues relating to the N255m cars scandal. Below is her defence:

1.1 Let me first and foremost apologise for my inability to honour your invitation to appear before you on the last day the public hearing held. My non appearance was not borne out of disrespect to this Honourable House. Let me also thank the Honourable Committee for rescheduling my appearance to today.

1.2 The invitation to appear before this Honourable Committee was brought to my attention while I was on national assignment far away in the State of Israel to conclude negotiations and sign a Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) on behalf of our dear country (but she never signed the agreement).

I received the invitation with gratitude to God because of the promise of the opportunity it would afford me for Nigerians, and indeed the whole world, to hear my own side of the story.

Wednesday, 30 October 2013

Chris Brown voluntarily enters rehab 'for anger management issues' after being arrested for assault

Just two days after he was arrested for allegedly punching a man and breaking his nose, Chris Brown entered rehab on Tuesday evening.
His representative confirmed the news to E! on Tuesday evening in a statement.
‘Chris Brown has elected to enter a rehab facility,’ the statement read. ‘His goal is to gain focus and insight into his past and recent behaviour, enabling him to continue the pursuit of his life and his career from a healthier vantage point.’
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Rehab: Just two days after he was arrested for allegedly punching a man and breaking his nose, Chris Brown entered rehab on Tuesday evening
Rehab: Just two days after he was arrested for allegedly punching a man and breaking his nose, Chris Brown entered rehab on Tuesday evening
This comes the very day after Chris had his assault charge reduced from a felony to a misdemeanour following his arrest on Sunday in Washington, D.C.
According to TMZ, Brown pleaded not guilty and was released from custody without bail, and he was pictured smiling as he left court on Monday.
Brown was expected to co-headline a concert with girl band Danity Kane at the Roseland Ballroom in New York City on Tuesday night, but he cancelled the gig ahead of checking into rehab.
Earlier on Tuesday, the star posted a cryptic tweet which read: 'In order to go where u have never gone u have to be willing to go where u never been!!!! #OHB! CBE!'
While no other official details of Chris's rehab stay have been revealed, TMZ reports he has checked into a facility 'in the vicinity of Los Angeles'.
The website states Chris' attorney Mark Geragos brought him to the treatment centre, along with his mother and girlfriend Karrueche Tran,  where he will allegedly undergo treatment for 'anger management issues'.
Karrueche has not spoken out about her boyfriend's decision to enter the facility, but she did post a picture of pair kissing on her Instagram account with the caption, 'Always & Forever'.

Media frenzy: Brown pleaded not guilty to his assault charge on Monday and was released from custody without bail. He was pictured smiling as he left court surrounded by media
Media frenzy: Brown pleaded not guilty to his assault charge on Monday and was released from custody without bail. He was pictured smiling as he left court surrounded by media
Good news: The singer's assault charge has been reduced from a felony to a misdemeanour
Good news: The singer's assault charge has been reduced from a felony to a misdemeanour
According to TMZ, following Chris's alleged assault on the man over the weekend, he was ordered to stay 100 yards away from the victim.
While it is not yet clear why Brown’s charge was reduced on Monday, it may be because the injuries were minor.

Tuesday, 29 October 2013

That's one fierce kitty! Alessandra Ambrosio goes on the prowl in leopard print trousers

She is certainly as lithe as a cat.
So perhaps it is fitting Alessandra Ambrosio went on the prowl in a pair of leopard print trousers in Los Angeles on Monday.
But it seems her choice of clothing was making the Victoria's Secret model far from a nice kitty.
Baring her teeth: Alessandra Ambrosio looked like a fierce kitty as she stepped out in a pair of leopard print trousers in Los Angeles on Monday
Baring her teeth: Alessandra Ambrosio looked like a fierce kitty as she stepped out in a pair of leopard print trousers in Los Angeles on Monday

For she appeared to be growling as she padded down the street, perhaps because the glamorous Brazilian is not a fan of the cooler autumn weather.
Whatever the reason, she certainly looked perfect as she pranced along the pavement in the trendy Santa Monica area.

Monday, 28 October 2013

British man, 28, charged with hacking into computer systems of US army, Nasa and other federal agencies

A British man has been charged with hacking into the computer systems of the US army, Nasa and other federal agencies.
The 28-year-old, named as Lauri Love from Suffolk, was arrested by officers from the National Crime Agency (NCA) under the Computer Misuse Act (CMA). He has been released on police bail until next February.
Love and his partners stole information about government employees, including military service members, by hacking into government networks and leaving behind 'back doors'.
International operation: A British man has been charged with hacking into the computer systems of the US army, Nasa and other federal agencies
International operation: A British man has been charged with hacking into the computer systems of the US army, Nasa and other federal agencies

NCA spokesman Andy Archibald said: 'This arrest is the culmination of close joint working by the NCA, Police Scotland and our international partners.
'Cyber-criminals should be aware that no matter where in the world you commit cyber crime, even from remote places, you can and will be identified and held accountable for your actions.
'The NCA has well-developed law enforcement alliances globally and we will pursue and deal robustly with cyber-criminals.'

Under the CMA, individuals can be arrested for launching attacks from within the UK against computers anywhere in the world.
Love is believed to have lived in the Stradishall and Lowestoft areas. Neither of his co-conspirators have been charged in connection with the hacking.
An indictment served in a US court included pieces of instant message conversations that Love allegedly had with his partners.
They used well-known IRC chat rooms to communicate with Love identifying himself online variously as: nsh, route and peace. 

All for the sake of ART... POP: Lady Gaga braves the worst storm to hit Britain in a decade... in a dress made of crepe paper

Even the worst storm to hit Britain in a decade wasn’t enough to halt Lady Gaga’s increasingly bizarre promotional campaign for her latest album, ARTPOP.
Indeed, St. Jude’s Day storm has swept across the United Kingdom, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake and many beleaguered commuters stranded as public transport grinds to a sudden halt.
But while the wind howled, Lady Gaga was taking the next outlandish step in her bid for maximum exposure ahead of her third album’s release on November 8.
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That'll never keep you dry: Lady Gaga leaves her London hotel in a dress made out of crepe paper on Monday
That'll never keep you dry: Lady Gaga leaves her London hotel in a dress made out of crepe paper on Monday

The 28-year-old singer wasn’t exactly hard to miss as she left her London hotel on Monday afternoon sporting a ruffled ivory coloured dress that appeared to be made out of crepe paper.
Given the fierce conditions it was a bold choice and fortunately for Gaga the rain held off as she made her way towards waiting car.
The outfit was matched with an intricate headdress that sat atop the long blonde wig she previously wore for a live appearance on The X Factor on Sunday night. 
You've missed a bit: Lady Gaga slathered her face and body in white paint before venturing out to make the next step on the promotional trail for new album ARTPOP
You've missed a bit: Lady Gaga slathered her face and body in white paint before venturing out to make the next step on the promotional trail for new album ARTPOP

Sunday, 27 October 2013

Kim Kardashian finds a new showbiz bestie in Cheryl Cole as they pose for a selfie together at Kanye West concert

They struck up a cyber friendship earlier this year, and have previously spoken of their mutual admiration for each other.
And it would seem that Kim Kardashian has now found a new showbiz bestie in the form of Cheryl Cole as the pair came face-to-face at a Kanye West concert on Saturday night.
Hanging out as they watched Kim's rapper fiance take to the stage at the Staples Centre in Los Angeles, the duo posed for a cute selfie as they shared a joke during the gig.
Showbiz pals: It would seem that Kim Kardashian has found a new showbiz bestie in the form of Cheryl Cole as the pair came face-to-face at a Kanye West concert on Saturday night
Showbiz pals: It would seem that Kim Kardashian has found a new showbiz bestie in the form of Cheryl Cole as the pair came face-to-face at a Kanye West concert on Saturday night

Evidently keen to let the world know that they had struck up a friendship, both the 33-year-old reality star and the 30-year-old singer posted snaps on their Instagram pages of them hanging out at the concert.
And it would seem Cheryl had also impressed Kim's younger sister Khloe, who told her Twitter followers the Geordie beauty was her 'soul sister'.
She wrote: 'I found a soul sister in @CherylCole tonight #Yeezus.'
And Cheryl was quick to praise the main man, Kanye West, himself, writing on her Twitter page: 'Kanye West is a genius #fact.'
Tickled pink: Hanging out as they watched Kim's rapper fiance take to the stage at the Staples Centre in Los Angeles, the duo shared a joke during the gig
Tickled pink: Hanging out as they watched Kim's rapper fiance take to the stage at the Staples Centre in Los Angeles, the duo shared a joke during the gig

Friday, 25 October 2013

ALBUM OF THE WEEK: Arcade Fire's Reflektor turns to the dance floor

ARCADE FIRE: Reflektor (Sonovox) 
Verdict: Canadian rockers turn to dance
Rating: 4 Star Rating

Enjoyed in equal measure by indie-loving teens and fans of heritage rock acts like Fleetwood Mac and Bruce Springsteen, Montreal seven-piece Arcade Fire have spent the past decade stealthily becoming one of the biggest groups in the world.
Now, with an unexpected sidestep, the Canadians are using this fourth album to charge towards the dance floor.
Working alongside New York DJ and musician James Murphy, they have come up with a rip-roaring double album that mixes electronic beats, carnival rhythms and full-tilt rock ‘n’ roll.
Arcade Fire's Reflektor should push the band even further into the upper echelons of rock's big league
Arcade Fire's Reflektor should push the band even further into the upper echelons of rock's big league

Arcade Fire made Reflektor in total secrecy. The band’s central husband and wife team, Win Butler and Régine Chassagne, spent some time in Haiti (Chassagne’s parents were Haitian émigrés) and the trip seems to have given them a fresh perspective.
The sprawling outfit have always played unorthodox instruments, with songs built around shimmering violins, accordions and xylophones.
Now, however, the even more exotic sounds of Jamaican steel drums (on Here Comes The Night Time) and Haitian percussion (on After Life) have been added to the palate.
The title track, which opens CD1 amid a flurry of bongos and shuffling rhythms, announces the more danceable mood. With Butler’s edgy male vocals accompanied by his wife’s softer tones, the pair are joined by guest David Bowie, who slips into his Young Americans guise on a soulful cameo.
The influence of The Thin White Duke is evident elsewhere, too. We Exist is a languid exercise in 1980s pop that recalls Bowie’s Let’s Dance, all silky harmonies and driving rhythms. It’s Never Over, with its nagging guitar and layered vocals, is a throwback to the same era.
But, with Coldplay producer Markus Dravs also contributing, the band have not abandoned their indie-rock roots entirely. Joan Of Arc is a glam-influenced stomp featuring plenty of Muse-like melodrama, while You Already Know, a track introduced by the voice of Jonathan Ross, is a more familiar folk-rock workout, albeit one with a potent rhythmic bounce. 

Thursday, 24 October 2013

Nicole Scherzinger goes bra-less in VERY low-cut leather frock as she hits the town in London

She spent her day on Wednesday buttoned up in a Greggs uniform as she visited a London branch of the bakery.

But Nicole Scherzinger cut a dramatically different figure later that evening.

The 35-year-old went bra-less in a very low-cut frock as she left restaurant The Arts Club in Mayfair after appearing on The Graham Norton Show.
Peek-a-boo: Nicole Scherzinger went bra-less in a very low-cut frock as she left restaurant The Arts Club in Mayfair after appearing on The Graham Norton Show
Peek-a-boo: Nicole Scherzinger went bra-less in a very low-cut frock as she left restaurant The Arts Club in Mayfair after appearing on The Graham Norton Show
The X Factor judge left little to the imagination in the revealing dress, which featured a leather bodice and see-through chiffon skirt, as well as a cutout at the waist.

It was clear Nicole wasn't wearing a bra as she displayed ample cleavage in the flimsy top.

The former Pussycat Doll wore her highlighted brown hair in glamorous waves over her shoulders and opted for black eyeliner and nude lipgloss.
Traffic-stopper: The X Factor judge left little to the imagination in the revealing dress, which featured a leather bodice and see-through chiffon skirt
Traffic-stopper: The X Factor judge left little to the imagination in the revealing dress, which featured a leather bodice and see-through chiffon skirt

Risque: It was clear Nicole wasn't wearing a bra as she displayed ample cleavage in the flimsy top
Risque: It was clear Nicole wasn't wearing a bra as she displayed ample cleavage in the flimsy top
Risque: It was clear Nicole wasn't wearing a bra as she displayed ample cleavage in the flimsy top

Frenzy: Nicole was surrounded by photographers and onlookers as she made her way to her car
Frenzy: Nicole was surrounded by photographers and onlookers as she made her way to her car

Wednesday, 23 October 2013

Some light relief: David Beckham larks around with daughter Harper at hockey game after being slammed by his mentor

He has just been given an astonishing public dressing down by his former mentor Sir Alex Ferguson.
So David Beckham was probably relieved to be able to lark around with his gorgeous two-year-old daughter Harper in Los Angeles.
The former Manchester United star looked uncharacteristically glum as he took in an ice hockey game on the west coast.
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Biting his tongue: David Beckham put daughter Harper's hand in his mouth as Sir Alex Ferguson's autobiography was released
Biting his tongue: David Beckham put daughter Harper's hand in his mouth as Sir Alex Ferguson's autobiography was released
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Early word of his old boss' comments seemed to have filtered through to the 38-year-old as he watched the LA Kings take on the Calgary Flames on Monday night.
However his mood seemed to perk up as the action heated up on the ice, with former England star smiling while his sons Brooklyn,14 and Romeo, 11, cheered with delight.
The family's good mood was to be broken come the end of the match however.
For a last minute goal from the visitors saw the former Stanley Cup winner's crash to an humiliating 3-2 home defeat.
His bite is worse than his bark: Perhaps the media personality had accidentally nipped the youngster
His bite is worse than his bark: Perhaps the media personality had accidentally nipped the youngster
Cooling off: David will surely have been fuming when he heard what his old boss had said about him
Cooling off: David will surely have been fuming when he heard what his old boss had said about him
Things are looking up: The retired footballer was in a far happier mood as he played with Harper
Things are looking up: The retired footballer was in a far happier mood as he played with Harper
Little Harper didn't seem bothered by the game outcome though as she attempted to distract her dad, as she watched the action from his lap.
Whilst her dad and brothers were dressed down in t-shirts and caps, little Harper followed her stylish mum's lead as she smartened up in a dusky pink cardigan and white shirt.

Tuesday, 22 October 2013

'I'm the luckiest girl in the world!': Kim Kardashian gushes about 'magical' engagement to 'best friend' Kanye West

Her new fiance Kanye West hired out an entire baseball stadium to propose to her on Monday.
And Kim Kardashian was certainly wooed by the pomp and circumstance.
The 33-year-old gushed to E! on Tuesday that she is 'the luckiest girl in the world,' in her first statement since her 36-year-old beau popped the questioned.
'I'm the luckiest girl in the world!': Kim Kardashian gushed about her 'magical' engagement to Kanye West on Tuesday, pictured on Monday night flashing her new ring
'I'm the luckiest girl in the world!': Kim Kardashian gushed about her 'magical' engagement to Kanye West on Tuesday, pictured on Monday night flashing her new ring

'Last night was truly magical!!! I am the luckiest girl in the world!' the reality star said. 'I get to marry my best friend!'
The rapper hired out the AT&T Park in San Francisco to propose to the mother of his child in front of friends and family.
Kanye, who is in the midst of a world tour, popped the question to Kim after serenading her with a 50 piece orchestra.

The band struck up the romantic ballad Young And Beautiful from film The Great Gatsby by songstress Lana Del Rey, followed by his own hit with Keri Hilson and Ne-Yo, Knock You Down.
Happy gal: Kim said she couldn't be happier to marry her 'best friend'
Happy gal: Kim said she couldn't be happier to marry her 'best friend'
According to RadarOnline, he may have chosen the venue because it's where his idol Barry Bonds hit his record-breaking 756th homerun. Kanye professed his admiration for the baseball legend in the past, naming a song after him in 2007.
After Kim said yes, Kanye slipped a 15 carat diamond ring onto her finger and fireworks exploded in the sky as the rest of her family ran out of the dugouts.
Different affair: Kim was more low-key after her news of her engagement to Kris Humphries broke in May, 2011, tweeting 'Couldn't be happier'
Different affair: Kim was more low-key after her news of her engagement to Kris Humphries broke in May, 2011, tweeting 'Couldn't be happier', pictured together in August of that year in Vegas
The couple's upcoming nuptials with be Kim's third marriage, and Kanye's first.
Unlike Kanye, Kim's second husband Kris Humphries opted for a more low-key proposal. 

A quirky step too far? Katy Perry looks shocking in purple lipstick and completely see-through dress at Prism album launch

Katy Perry celebrated the release of her new album, Prism, on Tuesday night with several thousand of her nearest and dearest fans.

The star took to the stage at the iHeartRadio Theater in Burbank, California for a performance and Q&A with Mario Lopez, which was live-streamed on 175 Clear Channel stations.

The songstress, who turns 29 on Friday, wowed the audience with her rendition of Roar, though all eyes were on her rather interesting ensemble, which consisted of a silver leotard worn under a clear plastic dress, with silver hologram-look belt, fishnet stockings and white platform heels.
Something to celebrate: Katy Perry celebrated the release of her new album, Prism, with a performance and Q&A at the iHeartRadio Theater in Burbank, California on Tuesday night
Something to celebrate: Katy Perry celebrated the release of her new album, Prism, with a performance and Q&A at the iHeartRadio Theater in Burbank, California on Tuesday night

Intimate gathering: The star treated fans to a preview of her highly-anticipated new album, which drops today, as the launch party festivities were live-streamed on 175 Clear Channel stations
Intimate gathering: The star treated fans to a preview of her highly-anticipated new album, which drops today, as the launch party festivities were live-streamed on 175 Clear Channel stations

She was flanked by two backing singers clad in white dresses and lace-up ankle boots and a four-piece band also wearing all white as she treated her adoring public to a sample of her new work.

The feisty singer wore her black locks in a wavy styled down 'do and went a little overboard with the bronzer on her face, clearly going for that sun-kissed look.

Purple lipstick added to her unusual overall appearance, though she somehow managed to pull it off.

Katy appeared happy and relaxed as she later sat down with the Extra TV host to talk about her album, which drops today.
It's a knockout! The songstress sang her heart out as she took to the stage in a rather unusual outfit consisting of a silver leotard worn under a clear plastic dress with hologram belt, fishnets and white platform heels
It's a knockout! The songstress sang her heart out as she took to the stage in a rather unusual outfit consisting of a silver leotard worn under a clear plastic dress with hologram belt, fishnets and white platform heels

Talking previously to USA Today, she revealed that Prism is 'less over-the-top and more "me"'.

'There were good songs that I left off, like Hell Hath No Fury Like A Woman Reborn. It's gritty and angry and has a dark side, and it didn't fit how I feel now,' she explained of her writing process. 'Sometimes you have to write those songs to get them out of the way.'

Telling the publication she is 'very excited to unleash' her latest baby to the world, the ever-optimistic star admitted she doesn't think 'the idea that light always wins over the darkness' is 'cheesy'.

Recalling how Prism came to life, Perry revealed she spent plenty of productive time in the studio in Santa Barbara with Bonnie McKee, Dr Luke and Cirkut, before retreating to Stockholm, Sweden where she recorded with Max Martin, Bloodshy and Klas Ahlund of Teddybears.

It was during her time in Sweden that she wrote three additional songs for the album she had already deemed complete.
Moment of silence: The singer appeared to quietly bask in the appreciation of her adoring public for a moment following her rendition of Roar
Moment of silence: The singer appeared to quietly bask in the appreciation of her adoring public for a moment following her rendition of Roar

'Max and Luke push me harder than anyone else, which is irritating, but the stuff we end up with is incredible. They call my bluff if something's not good enough,' she says.

Here comes the bride-to-be! Kim Kardashian exits San Francisco hotel in opulent fur coat with mother Kris one day after lavish proposal

She said she felt like the 'luckiest girl in the world' after getting engaged to Kanye West on Monday night.
And Kim Kardashian certainly looked like the cat that got the cream on Tuesday.
The 33-year-old was seen leaving her San Francisco hotel looking self-satisfied, wearing an opulent fur coat alongside mother Kris Jenner, who cut a stylish figure in black.
Here comes the bride-to-be: Kim Kardashian was seen leaving her San Francisco hotel wearing an opulent fur coat and fitted frock with mother Kris Jenner on Tuesday
Here comes the bride-to-be: Kim Kardashian was seen leaving her San Francisco hotel wearing an opulent fur coat with mother Kris Jenner on Tuesday

The reality star showed off her incredible post-pregnancy figure in what looked like a high-wasted skirt and flimsy lace camisole.
She added a pair of gold heels and warded off the autumn chill with a luxurious fur coat.

REVEALED! Stella Oduah Got N112m Bribe for the N255m Cars

As the minister of aviation began a new spin today that the two BMW armored cars purchased by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) for her use were done on "hire-purchase", Sahara Reporters has again unearthed new details about the $1.6 million spent by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority to purchase the armored BMW cars for Mrs Stella Oduah.

A highly reliable source has told SaharaReporters that the shady deal for the car was done entirely between Coscharis Motors Limited, one of Ms. Oduah’s private firms based in Abuja and First Bank of Nigeria.
"The NCAA was not even aware of the deal until the minister told them to sign that they had received two BMW cars," said our source.
After inking the deal, Coscharis Motors, sellers of the highly inflated automobiles, reportedly gave the Aviation Minister more than N112 million as kickbacks. Our source added that Cosmas Maduka, who owns Coscharis Motors, pocked N60 million for each of the two BMW cars.

An official at the NCAA corroborated the information that the agency was largely kept in the dark about the transaction. “We were never privy to the transaction and had not seen the cars even though our head of transport was made to sign the delivery note,” said the source.

The source added that the agency has still not seen the cars even after the scandal escalated.

Monday, 21 October 2013

Fergie to tell all in new book: Ex-United boss promises not to hold back on details on Rooney, Ruud and Beckham

Alex Ferguson has warned Manchester United players past and present that he will hold nothing back when his book is released this week.
Ferguson’s new book hits this shelves on Tuesday and is set to cover the period from 1999 – when his first autobiography was released - to the time he retired at the end of last season.
And Ferguson has promised to reveal all, including the saga surrounding Wayne Rooney and the sales of David Beckham and Ruud van Nistelrooy to Real Madrid.
Revealing all: Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson will release his book this week
Revealing all: Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson will release his book this week

The autobiography is expected to repeat the former manager’s claims that Rooney asked for a move last season, something that the player feels was a misrepresentation of a conversation the pair had when he was expressing his frustrations about playing in midfield.
Ferguson told MUTV: ‘You know the problem with doing a book is you have to bring in the elements and factors which in many ways either affected or determined your decision-making.
‘But because I’ve been at the club such a long time and you’re building team after team after team, there are areas that you can’t ignore.
'Like why we sold certain players like David Beckham and Ruud van Nistelrooy.

Sunday, 20 October 2013

He's arguably the best player's in the universe... but Ronaldo's new boots really are on a different planet!

Different planet: Cristiano Ronaldo reveals his new Mercurial boots
Different planet: Cristiano Ronaldo reveals his new Mercurial boots
Cristiano Ronaldo is often hailed to being on another planet. And now the Real Madrid man is showing exactly why he is called a super-star with his new boots.
Ronaldo, 28, posted a picture on Twitter flashing off his latest studs, inspired by a galactic(o) theme.
The Nike Mercurial galaxy will be the Portugal international's signature boots and he appeared to be suitably impressed with them. 
But will his fans? He wrote: 'My new #Mercurial boots from @NikeFootball - what do you think?'
Ronaldo then shared a short video on Instagram with his fans, opening the box containing the footwear before looking to camera and saying: 'Nice'.
The former Manchester United star is set to wear them in Wednesday's Champions League clash against Juventus, where he'll be looking to show he's the best player in the universe.
His old boots have certainly stood him well and he was on target yet again at the weekend in Madrid's 2-0 La Liga win over Malaga after Gareth Bale won his new team-mate a penalty.
A Real Galactio: Ronaldo will wear his new boots on Wednesday in the Champions League clash against Juventus
A Real Galactio: Ronaldo will wear his new boots on Wednesday in the Champions League clash against Juventus
Ronaldo, meanwhile, will find out today who Portugal will play in a World Cup play-off as they make one final bod to reach next summer's tournament in Brazil. They could meet France, who are unseeded in the draw along with Sweden, Romania and Iceland.
But one thing's for certain with his new boots, he'll be guaranteed to find space as well as goals...
Spot on: Ronaldo scored during Saturday's 2-0 win over Malaga after Gareth Bale won Madrid a penalty
Spot on: Ronaldo scored during Saturday's 2-0 win over Malaga after Gareth Bale won Madrid a penalty

U.S economists upbeat on economic growth despite uncertainty over next Washington shutdown and rising oil prices

Despite political and fiscal uncertainty in Washington and rising oil prices and interest rates, companies are upbeat on the prospects for economic growth in the next year, according to a quarterly survey of business economists.
But economists surveyed by the National Association for Business Economics weren't as optimistic about hiring, according to the survey released Monday.
Only 27 percent reported rising employment at their firms from July through September, down from 29 percent in the second quarter.
Optimistic: Despite the brinkmanship of the Washington D.C. federal shutdown - most companies are upbeat on the prospects for economic growth in the next year
Optimistic: Despite the brinkmanship of the Washington D.C. federal shutdown - most companies are upbeat on the prospects for economic growth in the next year

And 37 percent expected their companies to expand payrolls in the next six months, down from 39 percent in the second quarter.
The slower hiring occurred even as sales and profit margins grew during the third quarter, according to the survey.
Still, optimism about future economic growth remained strong last quarter.
Almost 70 percent of the economists in the survey predicted gross domestic product growth of 2-to-3 percent, with another 19 percent expecting growth of 1-to-2 percent. 

Kim Kardashian sizzles in first shoot since giving birth as she poses with sisters Khloe and Kourtney for clothing line


Kim Kardashian released the first official shots of her return to modelling since her pregnancy on Sunday.
And Kim, who gave birth to baby daughter North in June, looks fab in a clingy black mini-dress with silver details that shows off her curves to perfection.
There's no sign of the pounds the 32-year-old piled on while she was carrying her precious cargo. 
Looking great: Kim Kardashian shows off her sexy after-baby body in her first fashion photo shoot since the birth of daughter North in June
Looking great: Kim Kardashian shows off her sexy after-baby body in her first fashion photo shoot since the birth of daughter North in June

Fashionista sisters: Khloe, left, and Kourtney, centre, joined Kim in the campaign for their Kardashian Kollection, which will bow in U.K. store Lipsy on Thursday
Fashionista sisters: Khloe, left, and Kourtney, centre, joined Kim in the campaign for their Kardashian Kollection, which will bow in U.K. store Lipsy on Thursday

In another photo Kim dons a slinky red lace dress that shows off her curves and her toned legs. She is joined by sisters Khloe, 29, and Kourtney, 33, for the shoot.
The pictures come from the marketing campaign for the new Kardashian Kollection for British high street brand Lipsy, which launches in the UK on Thursday.
Controversial photographer Terry Richardson shot the session. He recently came under fire for directing Miley Cyrus' salacious Wrecking Ball video. 

Saturday, 19 October 2013

'I had SO much fun!' Karrueche Tran embraces Chris Brown on roller-coaster as they spend the night at Universal Studios

They've been going strong ever since his split with Rihanna last May.

And Chris Brown took a wild ride on Universal Studios' Revenge of the Mummy ride with girlfriend Karrueche Tran Thursday night.

The 25-year-old model clenched on to the 24-year-old singer's hand as they both screamed during their final descent on the spooky roller-coaster.

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Seven months strong! Chris Brown took a wild ride on Universal Studios' Revenge of the Mummy ride with girlfriend Karrueche Tran Thursday night
Seven months strong! Chris Brown took a wild ride on Universal Studios' Revenge of the Mummy ride with girlfriend Karrueche Tran Thursday night

Weee! The 25-year-old model clenched on to the 24-year-old singer's hand as they both screamed during their final descent on the spooky roller-coaster
Weee! The 25-year-old model clenched on to the 24-year-old singer's hand as they both screamed during their final descent on the spooky roller-coaster

The picture of the tattooed couple was shared with fans on Friday by the Grammy winner's official ChrisBrownRCA fan page.

Chris was seen wearing a black hoodie from PharrellWilliams' Billionaire Boys Club clothing line.

'I had So much fun at Halloween Horror Nights,' Brown later tweeted to his 13.1 million followers.

The notorious R&B star also shared a YouTube video featuring snippets of Something Special and Sex You Up from his upcoming album, X.

Anything to declare? Miley Cyrus curls up in a suitcase while nearly naked in promo for MTV's European Music Awards

Just when you thought you’d seen her do it all, Miley Cyrus pulls something else out of the bag.
The singer and actress stars in a new promo for MTV’s European Music Awards which sees her wearing next to nothing while curled up in a suitcase.
Miley makes a guest appearance in the advert, which stars Redfoo of LMFAO fame, who is hosting the ceremony.
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Special delivery: Miley Cyrus can be seen in a suitcase in a new promo for MTV's European Music Awards
Special delivery: Miley Cyrus can be seen in a suitcase in a new promo for MTV's European Music Awards
Redfoo is seen having his bags searched by a TSA agent while preparing to board a flight for Amsterdam, where the EMAs are taking place.
The airport worker pulls out a series of bizarre items including a pair of shiny leopard print briefs, a baby alligator and a disco ball.
He then asks Redfoo if he has anything in his pockets, at which point the eccentric star rips off his shorts, which unsurprisingly are also animal print.
Showing some skin as always: The former Disney star wears nothing but a top while tucked up in the bag
Showing some skin as always: The former Disney star wears nothing but a top while tucked up in the bag

Stowaway: The promo sees Miley in a suitcase that Redfoo is taking to Amsterdam to host the ceremony
Stowaway: The promo sees Miley in a suitcase that Redfoo is taking to Amsterdam to host the ceremony
When the agent opens Redfoo’s second suitcase, he finds Miley tucked inside.
The 20-year-old exhibitionist is wearing nothing but a white top with a black zip across the bust, as well as a large silver chain choker.
Fortunately for everyone watching, Miley is positioned strategically so as not to reveal too much.
Getting her claws into him: The 20-year-old bites her lip and strokes the chest of the airport's TSA agent
Getting her claws into him: The 20-year-old bites her lip and strokes the chest of the airport's TSA agent

Friday, 18 October 2013

No exploitation here! Miley Cyrus shows her caring side backstage following a former backup dancer's claim of feeling 'degraded'

She has been accused of 'exploiting' one of her back-up dancers.
But on Thursday, Miley Cyrus was keen to prove that it's all fun and games backstage with her as she tweeted a picture with a few members of her dance troupe enjoying some downtime together.
The 20-year-old is pictured with her back-up dancers decked out in casual wear, as she braids the hair of one of the performers.
Good hair: Miley Cyrus spends some girl time with her back-up dancers
Good hair: Miley Cyrus spends some girl time with her back-up dancers
The four ladies are pictured seating and casually hanging out as a performance, as two of them check their smartphones and the third kicks back with Miley plays beauty shop.
The picture was tweeted out with the caption: '#aslongasmybitchesloveme.'
The three women are part of Miley's performing entourage, which has been hitting the talk show circuit to promote the singer's latest album, Bangerz.
Rainbows and sunshine: Miley Cyrus performs with her dancers on the Today Show
Rainbows and sunshine: Miley Cyrus performs with her dancers on the Today Show

The picture was snapped after the troupe was featured on Miley's appearance on the Today Show on October 7th..
During the performance, the dancers wore colorful costumes of flowers, mushrooms and summertime gear.
Miley recently came under fire when back-up dancer Hollis Jane accused the 20-year-old of treating little people more as props than people. 
Under fire: Miley Cyrus fell subject of critique from performer Hollis Jane, who danced with the artist at the VMA awards in a bear costume
Under fire: Miley Cyrus fell subject of critique from performer Hollis Jane, who danced with the artist at the VMA awards in a bear costume