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Saturday, December 31, 2011

Dick Clark New Year's Eve 2012: Host Celebrates 40 Years Of 'New Year's Rockin' Eve'

Dick Clark New Years


Dick Clark has become synonymous with New Year's Eve, so it's no surprise the renowned television host is back to ring in 2012 and celebrate the 40th anniversary of his iconic program, "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve."
Clark will once again make an appearance alongside Ryan Seacrest on the annual ABC special, set to air beginning at 10 p.m. EST on Dec. 31.
Seacrest has been co-hosting the extravaganza since 2005, the year after Clark suffered a stroke that impaired his speech, according to People magazine.
Friend and fellow television host Regis Philbin filled in for Clark in 2004, CNN reports.
But since then, health troubles haven't stopped the indefatigable 82-year-old Clark from taking an active role in his show's production.
"This is very important to him. This is one of his children," producer Larry Klein told the Associated Press.
Saturday's program will recap highlights from the last 40 years of the show.
"The army of talent we had join us over the years has truly been outstanding, and this year we top it off with an appearance by Lady Gaga," Clark told ABC. "'New Year's Rockin' Eve 2012' promises to be one of the most exciting ever, and I'm proud to be part of the team."
In an email interview with USA Today, Clark said he's hosted a number of memorable New Year's Eve celebrations, but he called festivities following the Sept. 11 attacks "the most nerve-racking."
As for Seacrest, the longtime "American Idol" host has no problem sharing the spotlight with the man he watched on television as a child.
"He still runs the show. He'll make as many appearances as he wants, and I kind of just stand there and take the ball when he passes it," Seacrest told ABC News.
With temperatures forecast to be in the 40s, a record crowd of nearly one million people are expected to gather in Times Square to watch the ball make its iconic descent.

LINDSAY'S PLAYBOY SHOOT The ONLY Non-Airbrushed Shot

Lindsay Lohan Playboy photo


Lo and behold ... the only surviving shot from the Lindsay Lohan Playboy photo shoot that hasn't been touched up by professionals ... and it might be the best one of the entire spread. 



The pic was taken behind the scenes during Lindsay's 2-day shoot back in November -- right before she disrobed for a Marilyn Monroe-inspired spread.



The final shoots were leaked onto the web yesterday -- and while Lindsay looks good, it's obvious they were photoshopped like a mutha. 



So, we gotta ask ... 



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Sydney, Australia celebrates the New Year 2012 with a massive fireworks (VIDEOS)








Spectacular fireworks lit up the night sky in Australia as 1.5 million people flocked to Sydney Harbour to watch the display and to celebrate the New Year.

People gathered at mass at vantage points along the harbour to watch the show that has the arch of the bridge as its focal point.

This year's theme was 'Time to Dream' and it is hoped it will help inspire those who have had a particularly bad 2011 to look forward to the year ahead.

Some of the fireworks exploded into shapes of clouds - because every one has a silver lining - and a series of colourful lights were beamed into the centre of the bridge forming an 'endless rainbow'.

Time to Dream: Fireworks in Sydney Australia light up the skyline over Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House
Time to Dream: Fireworks in Sydney Australia light up the skyline over Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House



Fireworks ring out in the New Year above Sydney Harbour


Thousands of people gathered in Sydney to watch the impressive display as Australia welcomed in the New Year


Thousands of people gathered in Sydney to watch the impressive display as Australia welcomed in the New Year

The New Year's Eve party on the island of Samoa started a whole day earlier than normal after the South Pacific nation moved 24 hours into the future, making it the first to see in the new year.

People began celebrating as soon as the clocked ticked over from Thursday, December 29, skipping Friday and moving straight onto Saturday, December 31 at 12.01am.

Samao and neighbouring Tokelau lie near the date line in the Pacific Ocean and both islands decided to realign themselves from the Americas side to the Asia side in order to be more in line with major trading partners. It is hoped the move will help improve the economy.

Pools and beaches have been packed with Samoans and tourists who are keen to be the first to celebrate rather than the last.

Elsewhere across globe millions of people are preparing to say goodbye to a year that saw mass uprisings in several Arab countries, the deaths of Osama Bin Laden, Muammar Gaddafi and Kim Jong-il.

It was also a year of economic turmoil which saw an endless string of natural disasters that devastated several countries across the world.

In Australia people gathered on the shores of Sydney's harbour to watch the iconic fireworks display over the Harbour Bridge. 
The theme for this year's fireworks is Time to Dream, in the hope it will inspire people who have had a particularly bad 2011


The theme for this year's fireworks, top and below, is Time to Dream, in the hope it will inspire people who have had a particularly bad 2011
Fireworks in Sydney light up the night sky

In London a dazzling fireworks display is expected to attract up to 250,000 people.

The London Eye will be the focal point for the pyrotechnics, which London Mayor Boris Johnson said would be a fitting way to mark the start of an extraordinary year for the city.

There will be some 12,000 fireworks, producing 50,000 projectiles, launched during the display, which is triggered by Big Ben's chimes and lasts for 11 minutes and 15 seconds.

People from across the world started to gather at the Sydney Opera House early on Saturday afternoon to watch the celebrations and get to see a 9pm preview show before the real celebrations begin at midnight
People from across the world started to gather at the Sydney Opera House early on Saturday afternoon to watch the celebrations and get to see a 9pm preview show before the real celebrations begin at midnight

Mr Johnson said: 'A glittering display will light up the sky to herald the start of 2012, the most extraordinary and exciting year we are likely to see in our lifetime in this city.

'We will stage an incredible Olympic and Paralympic Games, which will put us in the global spotlight and spur the long-term rejuvenation of east London and bring benefits to the whole capital.

'From the magic of the Games, to the Diamond Jubilee, and the London 2012 Festival to our own outdoor arts festival, we will welcome the world with thrilling events in every corner of the capital, to create a summer like no other.'

The colourful fireworks light up the Sydney Opera House. A rainbow can be seen lighting up the Harbour Bridge in the background
The colourful fireworks light up the Sydney Opera House. A rainbow can be seen lighting up the Harbour Bridge in the background

Describing the planned show, a spokesman from the Mayor of London's office said: 'Without wanting to give too much away, it describes London: diverse, quirky, surprising, evolving, inspirational.

'There is a nod to the nostalgic past, but, like the city, it is very contemporary and of course it looks ahead to an amazing year for the capital.'

London-themed songs will accompany the fireworks, which are expected to be watched on television by millions of people around the world.

Those travelling to the Southbank to see the pyrotechnics have been warned that visibility may not be good.

Gareth Harvey, a weather forecaster said: 'It looks like it will be cloudy on the night but temperatures should remain mild, with the chance of a few spots of drizzle.'

The South Pacific Island of Samoa was the first to celebrate this year rather than the last
A party goer in Sydney celebrates the New Year
Samoans celebrated New Year's Eve first this year, left, rather than last, after they skipped Friday altogether and a woman, right, celebrates in Sydney
Indian students in Ahmadabad show off placards as they prepare to welcome in the New Year
Indian students in Ahmadabad show off placards as they prepare to welcome in the New Year
Some 3,000 police officers will be on duty overnight to deal with the crowds expected to descend on the capital, not only on the banks of the Thames to watch the fireworks but also in Trafalgar Square.

Some will be stationed on podiums to give them a bird's-eye view of any troublemakers in the crowds.

Chief Superintendent Julia Pendry, of Scotland Yard, said: 'New Year's Eve is a special time of the year and we want people to enjoy it to the full. 

'Make sure you look after yourself and those around you. Officers will be out and about to deter criminals and keep crowds safe.


'New Year's Eve in central London is extremely busy so do come prepared and wrap up warm, as you may have to wait to prevent overcrowding. The viewing area does fill up really quickly and each area will be closed off by the organisers once it reaches its capacity.'

She urged people to consider watching the fireworks on TV instead, as sometimes the viewing area fills up as early as 8pm.

All travel in London will be free from 11.45pm on New Year's Eve until 4.30am on New Year's Day. Road closures will be in place in the city from 4pm on December 31.

British Transport Police have advised travellers to expect queues on their journey home from the centre of London

Friday, December 30, 2011

Mississippi State tops Wake Forest in Music City Bowl



NASHVILLE (AP) – Vick Ballard ran for a career-high 180 yards and two touchdowns to lead Mississippi State over Wake Forest 23-17 Friday night in the Music City Bowl — the Bulldogs' fifth consecutive bowl victory and second consecutive under coach Dan Mullen.


The Bulldogs (7-6) capped a season that started with high expectations hurt by losses to Southeastern Conference teams either ranked at the time or going into bowl season by winning consecutive bowls for only the second time and first since 1999-2000.
Ballard's TDs were the longest in the Bulldogs' 14 bowl games. Mississippi State overcame four turnovers thanks to six sacks — its highest total since piling up seven in a win over Florida in 2000.

Wake Forest (6-7) snapped a two-game bowl winning streak. The Demon Deacons of the Atlantic Coast Conference now have lost both bowls against the SEC and finish the season having lost five of their last six games.
Chris Relf started for the Bulldogs and played the whole game with Tyler Russell limited by a sprained knee. Relf ran for 64 yards and threw for 129 yards and a TD with two interceptions.
The Demon Deacons, who held the ball for more than 35 minutes, tried to rally.
They converted two fourth downs before Brandon Maye sacked Tanner Price for the sixth time, forcing Wake Forest to kick a 46-yard field goal to pull within 23-17 with 3:27 left. Wake Forest forced Mississippi State to punt, getting the ball back with 2:15 to go. But Price threw incomplete on three straight passes, the last to Terrence Davis on fourth-and-7 with 1:40 left.
That had Bulldogs fans clanking their cowbells and chanting "S-E-C, S-E-C" as Mississippi State ran out the clock.
Ballard came just shy of Walter Packer's school-record of 183 yards rushing in the 1974 Sun Bowl against North Carolina. The senior more than compensated for a first-quarter fumble that led to Wake Forest's first TD and only lead.
Mississippi State scored 16 consecutive points after that to take control, and the Bulldogs' 16-7 lead at halftime would have been bigger if not for three turnovers in the first half, including an interception in the end zone with a second left. Bud Noel intercepted a Relf pass at the Wake Forest 1 in the second half.
The Demon Deacons opened the second half by driving 64 yards before Tommy Bohanan ran in a TD from a yard out to pull Wake Forest within 16-14. But Mississippi State sacked Tanner Price four times in the third quarter alone and harassed him into plenty of throws that hit the ground before reaching receivers.
Relf scooped up a low snap in the shotgun and got the ball to Ballard, who ran through the middle of the line and outraced the Demon Deacons for a 72-yard TD with 12:53 left. That put the Bulldogs up 23-14 and gave Ballard 179 yards on 11 carries. His first TD, a 60-yarder, came three plays after Wake Forest turned one of his fumbles into a 14-yard TD by Brandon Pendergrass.
Fletcher Cox had a sack and also blocked a 33-yard field goal grabbed out of the air by teammate Johnthan Banks. That set up the Bulldogs' go-ahead drive as Relf broke loose for his longest run this season of 27 yards. Relf then dropped back and hit Arceto Clark with a 31-yard TD pass and a 13-7 lead with 12:41 left in the second quarter.

You Voted! Robert Pattinson Is the E! Celeb of the Year

Robert PattinsonMike Marsland/WireImage; Jeff Kravitz/WireImage


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Sixty-four celebs, five weeks of voting, four fiercely contested brackets and a surprising wild card round later, Robert Pattinson comes out on top.


The great-haired hunk has won the E! Celeb of the Year honor—for the second year in a row!

Team Jacob and Twilight haters can get to steppin' because the evidence is crystal clear: You guys love R.Pattz. And what's even better? Pattinson's competitor for the final round of 2011's tournament was his "sexy goddess" Kristen StewartAgain.

 
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More than a month ago, we introduced the 64 big-name contenders—Kate MiddletonCharlie SheenJustin Bieber and Britney Spears, to name a few—who all had a lot going on this year. (For the record, the new Duchess of Cambridge came super close to grabbing this title.)

So what made Rob stand out above all the pop stars, royals, Oscar winners and warlocks who dominated 2011?

Was it all about the jaw-dropping Breaking Dawn: Part 1, the sparkly vamp's latest blockbuster, which hit theaters last month and is still making bank?

Or was it his bold steps to more challenging roles like Cosmopolis?

Or maybe it was that mind-of-its-own hair?

Or was it just the smooch?

Whatever the case may be, we clearly can't escape the power of Pattinson. Congrats, Rob!

The question remains: What charity will he choose to have E! donate the $25,000 prize? We'll keep you posted.

Meanwhile, what do you think of your choice for Celeb of the Year? Sound off in comments!

What Was Your Favorite Food Trend This Year?



Another year, another host of food trends: this year was rife with both the bad and the good. Some, like third-wave coffee, fresh-pressed juices, and a slew of regional burger chains with wholesome ingredients, aimed to take the American palate to the next level. Still others (bite-sized everything, a host of celebrities turned cooking experts) we weren't so sure about. We'd like to know: of all the faddy foods that hit restaurants and stores this year, which have you most embraced? Tell us why in the comments below.





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