Skins may be too bare for MTV

MTV is known for its racy shows especially reality TV shows. This time however, MTV may have gone over the line with their newest show, “Skins” which premiered last Monday. The controversial new show is about a group of teenagers who go to every kind of mischief and misbehavior. Because of the content of the show, an article posted by New York Times lampooned it, Taco Bell, a fast food chain, announced that they will no longer be airing their commercials with future episodes of Skins. A spokesman from the food chain said that the show would not fit the image of their brand, though they will still be airing on other timeslots in MTV.

The show generated show much attention that allegedly producers of the show got worried of possible chargers of child pornography. There have been reports that executives of MTV already ordered edits to the episode that will be shown in January 31 as apparently, the episode will feature one of the teenagers, Chris who suffers from side effects of an erectile-dysfunction drug. Unfortunately, the actor who plays Chris is Jesse Carere who is just 17 years old.

The Parents Television Council (PTC) already cited the show as very dangerous for children. At the first episode alone there was a reported 42 counts of reference to drugs and alcohol, a figures significantly higher compared to shows of the same genre such as Degrassi.

Although MTV already reported that the show Skins will be only for mature viewers and that the timeslot has been moved to a later time to keep young viewers away, there have been hits and misses. So far, surveys show that 1.2 million viewers were below 18 years old and that the pre-roll screen did not show any age-gate limit at all.

Usually shows like Skins usually have actors that are older and pretending to be underage to prevent any lawsuits, MTV however casted actors well inside the age group of 15-19. Still critics argue that it isn’t just the fact that most of the actors are underage, the contents itself borders sex, drug addiction and substance abuse.

Brian, Michigan

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Anne Hathaway Laps up Catwoman Role

New Batman movie casting rumors are being made each and every day. The Dark Knight of Christopher Nolan is so popular that there are a bevy of A-Listers who want to be included after the iconic role played by late Heath Ledger. Ledger was cast as the most villainous Joker yet. Now ever actor and actress worth his or her salt are vying for a villain role in a Nolan Batman movie. Even fans are wishing, hoping and even speculating that their own star will be in the movie. We’ve seen Miley Cyrus fans hoping for her to be a “batgirl”, Transformer Shia LaBeouf and Megan Fox were also pegged to be in the movie. Even Evelyn Salt Angelina Jolie is rumored to be appearing in the third installment of “The Dark Knight”. The rest include Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Johnny Depp, Eddie Murphy, Rachel Weisz and Philip Seymour Hoffman are rumored to appear.

So far speculations for one villain in the movie will be put to rest. The role of Catwoman has been given to none other than Princess Diaries Anne Hathaway. After her breakout hit in the said movie, Hathaway has been starring in more drama movies to expand her dimension as an actress. This time she’ll be in an action drama movie and fans are very excited to see her performance. Hathaway will be playing Selina Kyle or Catwoman. Inception’s Tom Hardy also appears as Bane. Of course, Christian Bale will be back as Batman though Nolan adds a bit of bad news, this will be the final film in the batman series.

Hathaway reportedly beat out many other actresses such as Jessica Biel and Keira Knightley for the role. In previous Batman movies, Halle Berry was the Catwoman and fans are wondering if Hathaway will be a better Catwoman than Berry was.

Andriel, New Zealand

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Dinara Safina loss What Kim Clijsters has to Say

It seems that victory isn’t everything. Last year No. 2 Dinara Safina almost made history in attempting to beat Serena Williams. Recently, Safina made history but this time in a resounding defeat against Kim Clijsters. Tennis fans watch open mouthed as Safina lost the second set to Clijsters making the final score 6-0 and 6-0 or “double bagel” as it’s called at the hands of Clijsters. This is the first time in the history of Tennis that a once upon a time top ranking female player has ever lost a game with such a score.

What Clijsters had to Say

Clijsters said on Reuters that she wanted to apologize for beating Safina with such a score.

“I do feel bad, I even caught myself at 5-0 in the second set, she hit a couple of backhands down the line, I was like ‘Yeah, that’s it!’

“When she doesn’t play against me, I’m rooting for her because I want her to get back into it and build confidence. But I wouldn’t give her a (sympathy) game.”

Ironically, at the start of the competition, sports analysts were already trumping up Safina’s advantage over Clijsters claiming that Safina could shoot down Clijsters chances of winning the championship. However, Safina hasn’t been on form recently. So far she’s lost five consecutive games and the recent loss isn’t doing her ranking any better. She even lost to Marion Bartoli in a 6-0, 6-1 game in Hobart and so far she hasn’t won a single Grand Slam match since last year.

Safina herself admitted that she didn’t know how to score a point against Clijsters. With her recent loss, there’s a possiblity that the rank of Safina will quickly drop from No. 2 to No. 100 in such a short time.

Andriel, Netherlands

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Valentine’s Day 2011

In just about a month people will go gaga again on a special day intended for lovers, couples and sweethearts. Valentine’s day has grown all over the world and countries and cultures have adopted their Valentine’s day or something equivalent of it.

The story goes that St. Valentine went against the orders of the Church and began marrying soldiers in secret. Because of his actions he was executed. Though the Church tried to undo their mistake, Valentine was dead. Decades later he was canonized and the day of his death which was February 14 was made into his feast day. People began praying on that special day to St. Valentine for a love that will overcome many obstacles as had soldiers who wanted to marry despite the orders of the Church.

In other cultures, the celebration of Valentine’s day has roots in pagan history. However because of the nature of the religion, being too numerous and rarely recorded, no one has exact information about how Paganism contributed to Valentine’s day.

Celebrating Valentine’s Day in Modern Times

The celebration of the feast of Valentine is usually done by couples.  In most cultures and countries, it’s the man who brings gifts to his woman. Ideal Valentine’s gifts include red roses, chocolates and greeting cards. Some have made the romantic day as their day of proposing to their lover.

Other countries have also adapted the celebration. In Asian countries such as Philippines, they usually reserve the day for “akyat ligaw” or courtship and proposing in the house of the woman in front of her parents. In Japan, girls give chocolates to the boys they like on Valentine’s day. However, the next day is called White Day and the boys must give gifts back to the girls who gave them chocolates.

Other cultures and countries also celebrate their own version of Valentine’s day. In Europe it is still a feast day of a Saint marked by a mass in honor of Saint Valentine.

Andriel, Netherlands

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Want to Watch Valentine’s Day Movie?

Who doesn’t remember the star packed film about the one special day reserved for love? It’s called the “Valentine’s Day” movie and with the occasion fast approaching, a lot of people are searching once again what Hollywood history calls as the largest ensemble cast in a film feature. Think of it as a romantic version of “The Expendables” and instead of actions stars, you got one of the quirkiest set of actors and actresses excelling in drama, romance and comedy.

The list of stars in the Valentine’s Day movie includes the following: Julia Roberts, Bradly Cooper, Jessica Alba, Patrick Dempsey, Ashton Kutcher, Alex Williams, Anne Hathaway, Jamie Foxx, Jessica Biel, Jennifer Garner, Hector Elizondo, George Lopez, Kathy Bates, Carter Jenkins, Emma Roberts,  Bryce Robinson, Taylor Lautner, Taylor Swift, Eric Dane, Shirley MacLaine, Topher Grace, Queen Latifah.

    However, even with the star studded cast, critics weren’t pleased with the movie. Rottentomatoes.com only gave the movie 17%. Most of the critics cited the numerous sub plots crammed into 2 hours of the movie. However, the world doesn’t agree and the movie grossed $213 million worldwide.

    The Valentine’s Day Movie Trailer

    The Valentine’s Day Plot Summary

    Writing about the whole plot can be a bit taxing especially since the movie has nearly a dozen sub plots. Rather than wasting bytes in telling what the movie is, you’d better watch it instead. However, be prepared at the whirling plots. Some of them can be entertaining such as Eric Dane’s sub plot and the not meant to be relationship of Jamie Foxx and Jessica Biel. There were some lukewarm plots such as Julia Robert’s encounter. There were some bland plots because of the lack of development such as Taylor Lautner and Taylor Swift’s “enamored” couple plot but the movie was brought back in by the singles plot including Queen Latifah’s “snap”.

    Swirl it altogether and the Valentine’s Day Movie is a mixture of different love stories that happen on Valentine’s Day.

    Andriel, Netherlands

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    Lindsay Lohan to get out of Rehab

    After a well publicized altercaration with one of the employees of Betty Ford Clinic, Lindsay finally moves out of the rehab center. Lohan has been spending three months in the clinic. The singer actress was charged for driving under the influence (DUI) and was sentenced to rehab that started September 27. Lohan was supposed to go to jail for violating her probation with a failed drug test when a judge overturned the decision and downgraded ito to rehab instead.

    A judge from Los Angeles Superior court Judge Elden Fox made her stay in the rehab but set the release date on January 3 as an effort to prevent Lohan from partying in New Year’s Eve. During the last court appearance in October, Judge Fox warned the 24 year old actress to change her lifestyle or risk her destruction of her career and reputation.

    Her release comes again with prohibitions. If Lohan breaks the prohibition before February 25, Lohan will be sent to jail for 180 days. Lohan’s father, Michael Lohan has already prepared a home for his daughter in Los Angeles. He’s included a bigger wardrobe for Lindsay’s clothes. Lohan has had a series of arrests. Most prominent last 2007. Since then the Beverly Hills Courthous has been host to many trials of Lindsay Lohan.

    Brian S.K., Michigan

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    Crossbow Cannibal Video released

    Stephen Griffiths has been living the life of a serial killer. Self-proclaimed “Crossbow Cannibal” baffled police about his identity for some time until a Closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage caught Griffiths  doing his grisly deed. The CC TV showed the 40 year old killing one of his victims with the use of a crossbow. The deed took place just outside his apartment where after the incident; he raised his middle finger to the camera.

    On May 25, the caretaker of his building saw the video of Griffiths assaulting Suzanne Blamires. Griffith already confessed to killing Blamire. Griffiths already confessed to killing three prostitutes.

    A news network was able to obtain the video but they only showed Griffith carrying a sack down the stairs. The footage of the suspect dragging the dead body wasn’t shown however.

    Police were able to find some of the victims’ remains just right at the River Aire. With the mounting evidence Griffith confesses to the morder of 36 year old Blameres, 43 year old Susan Rushworth and 31 year old Shelley Armitage. He received three life sentences in prison after he pleaded guilty to the charges.

    There is no news yet if the charges will be elevated. However police are now investigating of other incidents that might have been done by the “Crossbow Carnival”. Each incident shows the victims studded with crossbow bolts. Some strangulation and slash marks were also found in the victims.

    Andriel, Netherlands

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