2013年2月1日星期五

He's bringing SexyBack: Justin Timberlake set to return to 2013 BRIT Awards for a UK television exclusive performance

The BRIT Awards are less then three weeks away and yet have already achieved a massive coup with their latest announcement.
Global superstar Justin Timberlake is set to perform at Britain's most prestigious music awards show for the first time since 2004.
The 32-year-old trouser snake's special performance will be a UK television exclusive marking his big comeback and it is hoped Jay-Z - who features on Justin's new single - will also take to the stage during the show.
Suited and booted: Justin Timberlake will perform at the 2013 BRIT Awards for the first time since 2004
Suited and booted: Justin Timberlake will perform at the 2013 BRIT Awards for the first time since 2004
The three time BRIT Award winner announced his return to music at the beginning of this year when he wrote an open letter to his fans letting them know he was gearing up for a big 2013 with the release of The 20/20 Experience. 
Since then the world has witnessed Justin-mania with the album's first single Suit & Tie dominating the charts worldwide and smashing US radio airplay records earning Justin his best first week sales ever.
The musician turned actor is an international music icon and over the years he has had eight BRIT Award nominations.
SexyBack: The talented US singer's special performance will be a UK television exclusive marking his big comeback
SexyBack: The talented US singer's special performance will be a UK television exclusive marking his big comeback
In 2004 he won Best International Album and Best International Male as well as giving the BRITs one of their most memorable performances to date - performing a medley of tracks from his debut album Justified as well as dueting with Kylie Minogue in 2003. 
In 2007 he once again picked up Best International Male.
BRITs Chairman David Joseph said: 'Justin is an exceptional artist with global appeal and unrivalled successes. 
'We are thrilled to add him to a stellar line-up that will celebrate an amazing year of music and make this one of the strongest BRIT live shows to date.'

That performance: Justin set tongues wagging when he cheekily grabbed Kylie's famous derriere at the 2003 BRIT Awards
That performance: Justin set tongues wagging when he cheekily grabbed Kylie's famous derriere at the 2003 BRIT Awards
The addition of Justin cements an incredible line-up for the 2013 show with performances on the night also coming from Robbie Williams, Muse, Ben Howard, One Direction, Mumford & Sons and Emeli Sandé.
Promising more music than ever before, there are still further announcements to come.
The BRIT Awards 2013 with MasterCard announced the full list of nominations on January 10th at the Savoy Hotel, London.
Mumford & Sons, Alt J and singer songwriter Emeli Sandé lead the way with three nominations each.

Helpful Hints to Buy Swords Online



If you are an desirous collector of swords, there is somthing important that you need to know when browsing the Internet. I must warn you though, online shops have wide array of choices of medieval swords for sale, you might be overwhelmed with all the choices that you can choose from. 

However, if you are looking for authentic swords, then you must take precautionary measures in choosing which to buy. This is because not all swords and shields found online are authentic. Some of them are fake and are meant only for display purposes.If you are on the lookout for ornamental wall designs, then will not have any problem looking for one. All you have to do is choose one which suits your taste and it's already mission accomplished. Aside from that, you don't have to spend more than US$50 in buying a wall design.Distinguishing which sword for sale is authentic or not is really not that easy; this is most especially true for people who are just starting to collect such swords. Most people do not have enough knowledge about the difference between an ornamental swords and a sword which you can use to cut things with. In fact, most people think that there are no difference at all.

Being ignorant about such matters can be harmful for you. This is because you cannot use an ornamental sword during fights and sparring. Why? Well, this is because the ornamental swords can be easily broken and cut off. Once these happens, you may be placed in great danger. This very reason why collectors must have knowledge regarding this subject.Sad as it may seem, most medieval swords up for sale in the Internet are all what collectors may regard as 'sword-like' objects. This means that these swords may seem authentic and strong but once you swing this in the air or use this to break a vase, nothing will happen. And to add insult to injury, the handle of the swords may break and the handle may shatter or worse, it will come flying off with so much speed that it can surely hurt anybody near you.

When looking for an authentic sword, the first thing that you should look in the seller's description are the words: battle ready or functional. But as we all know, not all sellers are honest. Most of them put such descriptions even if the sword they are selling is not really authentic.To further help you with distinguishing the difference, here are the three most important things that you should know about authentic swords. One is that the materials used in making real swords are HIGH CARBON STEEL and NOT STAINLESS STEEL. And Real swords undergo proper heat treatment to make sure that the swords are not too brittle nor too soft. In addition, Real swords have 'full tang'. By full tang, we mean that the metal insert that is slided into the handle is forged as an integral part of the sword and not a separate part that is only welded afterwards alongside your ornamental sword.


Fat chance! Gamine sisters Kendall and Kylie Jenner supersize each other and upload pictures to Twitter

They're only young, so it's almost charming when they mock the morbidly obese.
Because Kylie Jenner, 15, and Kendall Jenner, 17, probably don't know that their svelte figures are down not only to youth but to the wealth that allows you to put healthy, delicious food on your table.
After all, it's cheaper to head to Taco Bell than it is to dine at Nobu.
Hilarity ensues: Kylie and Kendall Jenner posted fat pictures of themselves on Twitter
Hilarity ensues: Kylie and Kendall Jenner posted fat pictures of themselves on Twitter
Hilarity ensues: Kendall and Kylie Jenner posted fat pictures of themselves on Twitter
But they don't know; to these girls, it's just a lark - cooked up on an application like Fat Booth, no doubt - and who can expect teens to understand the socio-economic conditions behind the obesity epidemic?
Especially when they have Range Rovers to drive, and Hermes bags to flaunt.
Maybe the pair will be able to bag a segment on their mother's new show to share such japes.
What Kendall actually looks like: The elder Jenner Tweeted her favourite outfit of the day
What Kendall actually looks like: The elder Jenner Tweeted her favourite outfit of the day
Kris Jenner's daytime talk show Kris will air later this year after inking a deal with Twentieth Television.
The showbiz matriarch - who has masterminded the reality TV careers of her entire family, most notably daughter Kim Kardashian, 32, – will present a one-hour show featuring celebrity guests and fashion, beauty and lifestyle discussions
Kris, 57, said: 'This is something I have wanted to do all my life so it’s definitely a dream come true! I can’t wait for this new adventure to begin.'
Reality star turned presenter: Kris Jenner has landed her own television talk show
Reality star turned presenter: Kris Jenner has landed her own television talk show
Twentieth Television believe Kris' experience as a manager to her celebrity daughters Kim, Kourtney and Khloe Kardashian and Kylie and Kendall Jenner, will help her be a great TV host. 
Stephen Brown, Twentieth’s EVP of Development & Programming said: 'The latest adventures, successes and disappointments surrounding the extensive Kardashian and Jenner family fill entertainment magazines and create daily online headlines.
'[In the middle] of this fascinating empire is Kris Jenner – a dedicated mom and a successful business woman.

'Whether offering real advice to her family or sharing personal moments with viewers, Kris is honest, compelling, entertaining, and unscripted – all excellent qualities for a daytime talk show host'
Coming to daytime TV! Kris Jenner was pictured in Canoga Park on Sunday
Coming to daytime TV! Kris Jenner was pictured with Kylie in Canoga Park on Sunday

A Variety Of Swords To Collect



Collecting swords can be an exciting way for collectors to discover the history of the world. Collectors need to be prepared before starting a collection of swords, because of the storage space needed and the safety precautions that need to be taken.

Collectors of swords quickly find that well made swords and authentic antique swords are quite valuable, but they do require care and maintenance to keep them attractive and valuable. Collectors have found that there are a number of different types of swords that exist, which have been used as weapons of the past by the noblest of men.

One type of sword is the William Wallace sword, which is also known as the brave heart sword, and is one of the most popular pieces of memorabilia from the medieval era. This sword was have said to be the possession of the greatest hero from Scotland who ever fought against tyrant rulers. Medieval swords from the medieval era are true reminders of the great knights and warriors that used them on the battle field of this time. One of the largest Scottish made swords that was used during the medieval era was the Claymore sword, and it was believed to have been used during regular family warfare during border line battles with the English.

Fantasy swords have a very different look about them with a type of intricate handle and unique blade shapes, but these swords are primarily used for display purpose only. A great addition to any collection would be masonic swords that had metal blade which were sculpted in brass or bronze. The handle was finished and the hilt and pommel contained Masonic symbols that were carved on them. Original Roman swords are similar to the design of ancient Greek swords in that they were double edged short swords that were longer than daggers, but much shorter than the standard swords. These swords had straight blades and a tapered points in which to stab their enemies. Ultimately, these swords were mostly used for hand to hand combat.