2013年3月29日星期五

The great escape! Mariah Carey flees LA via private jet with her family as American Idol ratings hit an all time low

The ratings for her TV show American Idol hit an all time low this week.
And as the bad news emerged, Mariah Carey jetted out of Los Angeles for a getaway with her husband Nick Cannon and their two children, Morocco and Monroe, on Thursday night.
The 43-year-old, who just celebrated her birthday, tweeted a picture of herself boarding her private jet.
Jetting off: Mariah Carey jetted out of Los Angeles via private jet on Thursday night with her family, after it emerged that American Idol ratings hit an all time low
Jetting off: Mariah Carey jetted out of Los Angeles via private jet on Thursday night with her family after it emerged that American Idol ratings hit an all time low
In the image, the famous diva is seen walking up the stairs of her luxury plane wearing a summery-looking yellow dress, hinting that she was travelling to warmer climes.
'Going on a lil vacation with Nick & Dembabies! ?' she wrote in an accompanying caption.
It appears that Mariah is taking an Easter break with her family before she heads back to the Idol set next week.
Easter break? Fellow judge Keith Urban was also spotted leaving Los Angeles on Thursday night, travelling to London with his two children Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret
Easter break? Fellow judge Keith Urban was also spotted leaving Los Angeles on Thursday night, travelling to London with his two children, Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret

Suffering: This week's episode of American Idol only managed to garner 3.2 million viewers in the key demo and 12.3 million viewers in total, according to The Hollywood Reporter
Suffering: This week's episode of American Idol only managed to garner 3.2 million viewers in the key demo and 12.3 million viewers in total, according to The Hollywood Reporter
Keith Urban was also spotted leaving Los Angeles on Thursday night, travelling to London with his two children, Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret.
The two judges' great escape comes after Idol ratings dropped to an all time low this week.
While ratings for the show have already been flailing, on Wednesday the show only managed to garner 3.2 million viewers in the key demo and 12.3 million viewers in total, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
It was a particularly low rating in the key 18-49 age gap, with only 2.7 million viewers.
While the ratings hit is not good news, the reality TV contest is still a 'top ten' show,  Brad Adgate of media-buying firm Horizon Media told Billboard.com.
Debut: The Voice had higher ratings during it's Monday night premiere featuring Shakira and Usher as new mentors
Debut: The Voice had higher ratings during it's Monday night premiere featuring Shakira and Usher as new mentors
Debut: The Voice had higher ratings during it's Monday night premiere featuring Shakira and Usher as new mentors
He said that the program continues to be hot property for it's network Fox.
'Compared to several years ago, it's not the ratings force it once was ... But even if it loses 20 percent' he said.
The ratings drop is also affected by the show's competition, including The Voice, which currently features Shakira, Usher, Adam Levine and Blake Shelton as mentors.
This week's premiere on Monday night garnered a 4.7 rating in the demo and 13.4 million total viewers, which was significantly higher than Idol.
However, it was still behind the premiere of Season 12 of Idol, which drew a whopping 6.0 rating and 17.9 million viewers.
Despite Idol's high premiere figures, it was still down 19 percent and down four million total viewers from the hit show's Season 11's premiere.
New format: Shakira and Usher are temporarily filling in on the panel for Christina Aguilera and Cee-Lo Green
New format: Shakira and Usher are temporarily filling in on the panel for Christina Aguilera and Cee-Lo Green

Something about Tibetan Art



In the earliest centuries of Tibetan, statues of the Buddha were not used. Instead, Tibetan art consisted of images symbolizing the Buddha and his teachings, such as the lotus, the Wheel of the Law, the Bodhi tree and the Buddha's footprints. Eventually, the Buddha image became one of the most popular representations in Buddhism, but these early symbols remain important and are frequently used to this day. They are especially important in Theravada Tibetan countries like Sri Lanka and Thailand.


Given the association of Tibetan with the meditating monk, one might well assume that Buddhism emphasizes practices over beliefs. It is true that right practices are important in Tibetan, but the faith really centers on correct understanding of human nature and ultimate reality. The Buddha, after all, was called the "Enlightened One." After he became enlightened, he taught that the way to eliminate suffering begins with understanding the true nature of the world. However, the Buddha considered knowledge important only insofar as it remains practical. He rejected speculation about such matters as God, the nature of the universe, and the afterlife, urging his followers to focus instead on the Four Noble Truths by which they can free themselves from suffering.

Tibetan symbolism was enriched by the cultures it came into contact with. This is especially true of Buddhism in Tibet, which has developed a rich symbolic tradition. The Eight Auspicious Symbols are printed on Tibetan prayer flags, incorporated into mandalas and thangkas, and used in other forms of ritual art. Another important symbol is the Wheel of Life, a symbolic representation of the universe as understood by Tibetan Tibetans.

Tibetan Artwork is an extension of mastery of metal. Large and round, made of beads and gold and silver, their jewelry repertoire ranges from necklaces, bracelets, anklets, and rings. In these items they carry portable holy vestments. Amulets are a common Tibetan accessory to ward off evil and to bring forth the good spirit. Pendants are also deity-inspired and adorned with turquoise, corals and pearls. Other important types of symbolism in Tibetan include colors, especially the five colors of white, yellow, red, blue and green, and symbolic hand gestures called mudras. The articles in this section explore these Tibetan symbols, providing information on their history, meaning and use in Tibetan today.

The ultimate girl next door! Emma Roberts shows off her natural beauty in a low-key look as she greets fans

She's the enigmatic niece of movie star and Emma Roberts has become a star in her own right.
As the actress wandered out of her West Hollywood meeting on Friday in casual cropped jeans and a printed tee, she looked every inch the pretty girl next door.
The 22-year-old actress appeared fresh faced and vibrant as she giggled all the way to the car after stopping to snap a few photos with fans.
Positively glowing: Emma Roberts looked lovely as she left a West Hollywood meeting on Friday
Positively glowing: Emma Roberts looked lovely as she left a West Hollywood meeting on Friday
Natural beauty: Emma played with her partially braided her as her loyal fans awaited her attention
Natural beauty: Emma played with her partially braided her as her loyal fans awaited her attention
Emma had her hair held back in a boho braid, her nails painted black but for one green nail on each hand, and kept her make-up minimal.
She completed the look with cute red flats, a baby blue handbag and a huge pearly white smile.
Grinning from ear to ear: Emma's happy mood was evident as she spotted her fans outside
Grinning from ear to ear: Emma's happy mood was evident as she spotted her fans outside
Emma seemed more than happy to stop and pose for photos with fans who were waiting for her outside the venue.
She smiled and hugged the gracious fans, as they shyly snapped photos and giggled.
The starlet then appeared unable to stop giggling as she headed to the car with her entourage.
Say cheese! The starlet hugs her fans as she graciously poses for photos
Say cheese! The starlet hugs her fans as she graciously poses for photos

What's so funny? Emma giggles all the way to the car, with her entourage in tow
What's so funny? Emma giggles all the way to the car, with her entourage in tow
The starlet was happy to make time for her admirers despite her hectic schedule.
This month, Emma has been working on science fiction TV pilot, Delirium.
Soon to be released is her new comedy movie We Are The Millers, in which the Nickelodeon-born actress stars alongside Jennifer Aniston.
Keeping in touch: Emma switched her blue handbag for a black one as she continued through West Hollywood while talking on the phone
Keeping in touch: Emma switched her blue handbag for a black one as she continued through West Hollywood while talking on the phone
Keeping in touch: Emma switched her blue handbag for a black one as she continued through West Hollywood while talking on the phone

Tibetan Prayer Beads Step in Fashion World




What is Tibetan beads? In fact, Tibetan is a elegant name of alloy---copper-nickel alloy or so-called pewter. Traditional Tibetan beads contain thirty percent of silver and seventy percent of copper. As the silver content is too low, so almost all the Tibetan beads on market are replaced by copper-nickel alloy completely now. Tibetan style beads are very popular for the moment, and Pandora style Tibetan silver beads and jewelry charms are the most popular.


To some extent, Tibetan Prayer Beads also convey a traditional cultural tint of Tibet. That is why the Tibetan jewelries look more mysterious and exotic. A quick look around the market, you will find plentiful Tibetan beads, Tibetan charms, Tibetan pendants, Tibetan toggles & Tars, Tibetan Dzi beads and some others in different colors, designs and sizes. They can be mixed and matched with other materials to make necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. There are also many Tibetan bookmarks which are very popular nowadays.

Tibetan Prayer Beads looks more mysterious and exotic. If you like exotic style, Tibetan jewelry will be your best choice. When you search fashion jewelry pieces around the market, you will find that there are so many beautiful Dzi beads, Tibetan charms, Tibetan pendants, pewter jewelry and so on. All of them have different colors, shapes and sizes. You can easily find out your desired Tibetan beads to make your own Tibetan jewelry pieces. If you like those beads very much, you must care them very much. As there are some silver in Tibetan beads, you need to how to clean and care for them. Wipe the beads or jewelry pieces with a piece of wet cotton cloth. Do not clean them with silver police or any other kind of chemical, because many Tibetan jewelry pieces are created with soft stones such as turquoise and coral that may become discolored. You can polish the gemstones with baby oil, and then wipe off the extra oil with a tissue or soft cotton cloth.

Amongst so many jewelry beads, Tibetan Prayer Beads is one of the most traditional, mysterious and exotic beads. Tibetan beads is an elegant name of alloy--copper-nickel alloy or so-called pewter. Many people may don't know it clearly. You can purchase Tibetan beads from a variety of venues, both online and in person. While, I would like to recommend you to purchase online, because many reputable online can supply you all the beads you desire to buy with one-top service.


2013年3月28日星期四

'I pray for him': Justin Bieber's mother Patti Mallette admits she has little control over her son's behaviour

She's known for being a hands-on mother to her son Justin Bieber.
But even Pattie Mallette doesn't quite know what to make of her 19-year-old son's recent erratic behaviour.
'Him being 19, you know, I've just gotta let go a little and let him make some of his own decisions,' the 37-year-old told Access Hollywood Live. 'He's growing up. He's 19. He's not my baby.'
Turned to faith: Justin Bieber's mother Patti Mallette admitted during an E! News interview on Wednesday that she has turned to her faith as she tries to make sense of her son's recent erratic behaviour
Turned to faith: Justin Bieber's mother Patti Mallette admitted during an E! News interview on Wednesday that she has turned to her faith as she tries to make sense of her son's recent erratic behaviour

Unaware: The 37-year-old said she found out about his recent assault charge on the internet
Unaware: The 37-year-old said she found out about his recent assault charge on the internet

Patti, who brought Justin up as a single mother, made the comments while promoting her new short film Crescendo, which she produced.
She admitted that she has turned to her faith as she tries to make sense of her son's actions, which include allegedly assaulting his California neighbour.
'Of course I pray for him and I encourage him,' she later told E! News. 'I can't really speak to how he handles that part of his life.'
Despite she and her son's famously close relationship, Patti hinted she plays less of a prominent role in his life than she once did.
'Sometimes I learn about things on the internet the same as everybody else,' she said, referring to the assault incident. 'And that was the case this time.'
Patti's comments come a day after her son was accused of spitting in his neighbour's face during an altercation.
The neighbour Jeff Schwartz - a 47-year-old successful businessman and father of three - is said to have asked Justin on Tuesday to slow down his driving in the quiet neighbourhood in Calabasas, California, leading to Justin responding with foul language.
Apparently he said, 'Get the f**k out of here. I'm gonna f**king kill you,' at the same time projecting saliva onto the man's face. 
Mr Schwartz's wife, Suzie, told TMZ that the young pop star is 'a punk.'
The concerned neighbour explained: 'He thinks he's invincible. He can't continue to have a bunch of enablers around him.'
Suzie added: 'Spitting on someone is unacceptable.  He can't do this to people.'

Precious Treasure Found in Tibetan Necklace



The most precious & widely used gemstones in Tibetan artworks & Tibetan jewelry - turquoise & coral. Coral is known to be used as a gem since prehistoric times. Has a history of religious meaning and is one of the seven treasures in Buddhist scriptures. Turquoise is one of the world's earliest-used gem materials. Ranked with the jades of the Orient and lapis in the Near East, turquoise has been revered for thousands of years. Coral was long thought to be a strong talisman against bleeding, evil spirits, and hurricanes.


Tibetan Necklaces is one of our most popular Tibetan Jewelry, offering a rainbow of gorgeous colors, featuring Garnet, Carnelian, Lime Jade, Turquoise, Peridot, Blue Lace Agate, Clear Quartz and Amethyst Semi-Precious Gemstones. Garnet I want to say something about Garnet. Garnet cleanses and energizes all chakras. It inspires love and devotion, and brings emotional harmony. It also strengthens the survival instinct, and brings hope and courage into seemingly hopeless situations. It can help you get rid of behavioral patterns that no longer serve you, and let go of useless ideas and beliefs.

Tibetan Necklaces are nowadays not only popular in this area but also all over the world. Undoubtedly, these are the leading representatives of Tibetan Fashion Jewelry. These pieces f jewelry are decorated with such extremely beautiful stones as Garnet, Clear Quartz, Lime Jade, Blue Lace Agate, Carnelian, Turquoise, Peridot, and Amethyst. If you wish to have a really unique piece of jewelry, enter the Tibetan Fashion Jewelry world and get a Tibetan Sterling Silver Necklace for you.

You can wear it as a religious symbol and alternatively, as an ethnic piece of Tibetan Jewelry. When you think of a Tibetan, let your imagination go beyond the deity of it. You will find these jewelry in beautiful loops, encrusted with precious and semi-precious stones. You might even find some rare designer jewelry, if you look for them persistently. Necklaces will forever remain the centerpiece of feminine jewelry. A large number of modern jewelry seeks to recreate the designs in antique necklaces such is their lasting popularity. A synthesis of ancient designs and modern technology is now emerging.