Several weeks after Miley Cyrus turned 18 last month, a video surfaced showing the pop singer and actor celebrating her adulthood with uncontrollable laughter, garbled speech and a shapely bong. It was neither marijuana nor hashish in the pipe, she explained in the face of public furor, but Salvia divinorum, a powerful hallucinogenic that adults can legally use in California.
The controversy involving Cyrus, the former child star from Hannah Montana, has led to new interest in this psychoactive Mexican herb. Google searches for “salvia” in the United States spiked 600 percent in the days that followed, Twitter went aflutter, and Saturday Night Live spoofed the incident last weekend.
However inadvertent, salvia now has a celebrity endorsement. Since the video was leaked, Black Myst Smoke Shop, a store in Los Angeles that sells the drug by the gram for US$10 to US$60, has seen a surge in business.
“We used to sell one or two a day,” said Steve Kinsman, an employee of the shop. “Now it’s 10 or 15. We’ll get a bunch of young people coming in, then a creepy 40-year-old who’s obviously a Miley fan.”
Once the domain of Mazatec shamans in Oaxaca, Mexico, Salvia divinorum — a name that means “divining sage” — has spent the last decade crawling from stoner novelty to the fringes of the mainstream. Evidence of its popularity is online: A YouTube search for “salvia” reveals thousands of clips showing young people cackling, moaning and tripping out of their gourds under the herb’s influence.
“After two or three hits, I spat everywhere and was coughing and laughing and drooling,” said Lee, a 22-year-old from Brooklyn who tried the drug while attending a university in upstate New York, and who requested that only his first name be used for anonymity. “I started yelling random words, then my legs gave out, and I dropped to the floor.”
While the intense, 15-minute highs are often described as otherworldly, it’s not an experience that everyone is eager to repeat, or try. Several states have banned the herb because of its psychoactive effects; several more have set limits on possession or consumption. Meanwhile, the Drug Enforcement Administration deems it a “drug of concern” rather than a controlled substance.
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
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Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Bieber’s comin’ at ya!
Bieber’s comin’ at ya!
March 9 2011 at 09:34am
By Billy Suter
By Billy Suter
Justin Bieber: Never Say Never. The film that will give fans around the world an exclusive VIP backstage pass into the life of Justin Bieber In Theaters Valentine's Day, 2011
HE’S THE Canadian pop phenomenon with the infuriating fringe-flicking trademark action that countless teen boys try to imitate.
He also happens to be the star of a film documentary that is reportedly the third-highest grossing documentary of all time, behind March of the Penguins and frontrunner Fahrenheit 9/11.
The film is Justin Bieber: Never Say Never and good news for countless under-14s is that the 3D version, chronicling Bieber’s rise to fame and immense fortune, hits Durban screens on Friday.
Justin Bieber: Never Say Never took more than $60 million (R420m) in three days – and that was only at box-offices in the US.
The movie is directed by Jon M Chu, who made Step Up 3D, and tells of how Bieber, who turned 17 on March 1, became the darling of the pop world after starting out as a street performer in the small town of Stratford, Ontario.
He first became an internet phenomenon, then a global superstar, culminating in a dream sold-out show at New York’s famous Madison Square Garden, a concert that was filmed in 3D.
It is this concert, and the 10 days leading up to it, that pulls the focus in the new documentary.
Bieber won the Artist of the Year award at the 2010 American Music Awards, and was nominated for Best New Artist and Best Pop Vocal Album at the 53rd Grammys.
According to Wikipedia, the teen was discovered in 2008 by Scooter Braun, who happened to come across Bieber’s videos on YouTube and later became his manager.
Braun arranged for him to meet recording icon Usher in Atlanta, Georgia, and this led to a recording contract.
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Justin Bieber Celebrates 17th with Selena Gomez!
Justin Bieber Celebrates 17th with Selena Gomez!
Making for quite the romantic birthday excursion, Justin Bieber
enjoyed a loved-up outing with Selena Gomez
in Beverly Hills, CA on Tuesday (March 1).
The cute couple spent the "Baby" hitmaker's 17th b-day at a local shopping center as they picked up purchases at Dolce & Gabbana and Louis Vuitton - where the two shared a few intimate hugs giving Justin a big birthday boy smile.
According to a GossipCenter insider, Justin and Selena then stopped at PinkBerry, where Justin got a sweet treat to-go.
The mall outing comes after Bieber and Gomez reportedly had an early celebration by booking a $6,000-a-night suite at the St Regis Monarch Beach hotel in Dana Point, California.
Of the romantic west coast stay, a source told Hollywood Life, "For the most part, Justin and Selena wanted to be left alone. They didn’t have bodyguards or parents with them, but there was an emergency contact list at the front desk with numbers for a bodyguard and some of their people’s info if they needed it in any way."
The cute couple spent the "Baby" hitmaker's 17th b-day at a local shopping center as they picked up purchases at Dolce & Gabbana and Louis Vuitton - where the two shared a few intimate hugs giving Justin a big birthday boy smile.
The mall outing comes after Bieber and Gomez reportedly had an early celebration by booking a $6,000-a-night suite at the St Regis Monarch Beach hotel in Dana Point, California.
Of the romantic west coast stay, a source told Hollywood Life, "For the most part, Justin and Selena wanted to be left alone. They didn’t have bodyguards or parents with them, but there was an emergency contact list at the front desk with numbers for a bodyguard and some of their people’s info if they needed it in any way."
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Now bid for Bieber's locks on eBay
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Sunday, February 13, 2011
I don''t fancy Justin Bieber: Willow Smith
I don''t fancy Justin Bieber: Willow Smith
London, Feb 14 (PTI) Justin Bieber may have millions of teens swooning over him but Hollywood actor Will Smith''s daughter Willow, who is all set to tour with the pop sensation, says she does not fancy the ''Baby'' hitmaker.
Willow, who has landed her first magazine cover for ''Teen Vogue'' at the age of 10, said she is not among the hundred thousands of Bieber fans, Daily Mail reported.
"Justin''s like my big brother. I don''t have a crush on him," she said.
The tween, who made her debut as a child artist in post-apocalyptic science fiction film ''I Am The Legend'' alongside her father and Brazilian actress Alicia Braga, has made an entry into the music industry with the her hit song ''Whip My Hair''.
She has also landed Jay Z''s record label ''Roc Nation''.
With her single at number 11 of the Billboard Hot Single after its release, the little star has to her credit almost 500,00 Twitter followers.
Talking about her quirky sense of fashion, Willow said she follows her heart when it comes to dressing up.
"I wear anything I feel like. If I want to put on a pair of Converse with a pencil stuck through them, I will," Willow said.
But the rising star says she was taken aback by the popularity of her debut song.
"When I first put ''Whip My Hair'' out, everyone was like, "Willow, Willow, I love your song!" And I was like, ''Really?'' Whipping your hair means not being afraid to be yourself," she said.
Willow, who has landed her first magazine cover for ''Teen Vogue'' at the age of 10, said she is not among the hundred thousands of Bieber fans, Daily Mail reported.
"Justin''s like my big brother. I don''t have a crush on him," she said.
The tween, who made her debut as a child artist in post-apocalyptic science fiction film ''I Am The Legend'' alongside her father and Brazilian actress Alicia Braga, has made an entry into the music industry with the her hit song ''Whip My Hair''.
She has also landed Jay Z''s record label ''Roc Nation''.
With her single at number 11 of the Billboard Hot Single after its release, the little star has to her credit almost 500,00 Twitter followers.
Talking about her quirky sense of fashion, Willow said she follows her heart when it comes to dressing up.
"I wear anything I feel like. If I want to put on a pair of Converse with a pencil stuck through them, I will," Willow said.
But the rising star says she was taken aback by the popularity of her debut song.
"When I first put ''Whip My Hair'' out, everyone was like, "Willow, Willow, I love your song!" And I was like, ''Really?'' Whipping your hair means not being afraid to be yourself," she said.
Monday, January 24, 2011
Miley Cyrus is ‘classy’, says co-star
Miley Cyrus is ‘classy’, says co-star
Monday, 24 January 2011
Miley Cyrus
Miley Cyrus is a “classy lady” and the public shouldn’t believe most things they read about her, the singer’s co-star has said.
The teenage star has been the source of controversy recently, and was pictured allegedly smoking drugs. She was also videoed jokingly giving one of her producers a raunchy dance.
But Thomas Jane, who lines up alongside Miley in the film LOL: Laughing Out Loud, says that she is good person at heart and everyone should read between the headlines.
“Don't believe any of that bulls**t!" he told E! Online. "She's a real classy lady. And that will be proven over the years. She's a wonderful girl."
Thomas added that Miley, 18, whose father is country singer Billy Ray Cyrus, got on really well with his own daughter. He says this confirms the singer’s good nature.
“Miley was so sweet and nice with her," Thomas explained. "She's just really made me a big fan. She treated her like a real friend and my daughter was super impressed."
The teenage star has been the source of controversy recently, and was pictured allegedly smoking drugs. She was also videoed jokingly giving one of her producers a raunchy dance.
But Thomas Jane, who lines up alongside Miley in the film LOL: Laughing Out Loud, says that she is good person at heart and everyone should read between the headlines.
“Don't believe any of that bulls**t!" he told E! Online. "She's a real classy lady. And that will be proven over the years. She's a wonderful girl."
Thomas added that Miley, 18, whose father is country singer Billy Ray Cyrus, got on really well with his own daughter. He says this confirms the singer’s good nature.
“Miley was so sweet and nice with her," Thomas explained. "She's just really made me a big fan. She treated her like a real friend and my daughter was super impressed."
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Cartoon cutie: Justin Bieber shows off his Smurf style at basketball game
Cartoon cutie: Justin Bieber shows off his Smurf style at basketball game
Last updated at 1:07 AM on 23rd January 2011
He may only be 16 years old, but Justin Bieber isn't afraid to experiment with style and fashion.
And this was clearly evident when the teen heartthrob attended a basketball game in Atlanta yesterday.
Wearing a blue hat, yellow jacket, and big black-framed glasses, the Baby star looked just like a character from the Smurf cartoons.
Justin Bieber looked like a Smurf as he attends an NBA basketball game in Atlanta yesterday
The singer's hairdresser Vanessa Price recently revealed that he spends $750 every time he gets a haircut.
Talking in the February issue of Vanity Fair, Justin revealed that he hadn't even wanted his trademark old haircut in the first place.
Teenage dream: Justin is confident enough to experiment with style
Friday, January 14, 2011
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Selena Gomez Flirty With Cory Monteith at His Roxy Gig
Selena Gomez Flirty With Cory Monteith at His Roxy Gig
Thu, 13 January 2011 03:28:03 ET

Justin Bieber might get serious competition from Cory Monteith. Rumor has it,Selena Gomez has been exchanging flirty glances with the "Glee" actor when she came to see him perform for the first time with his band Bonnie Dune at the Roxy Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday, January 9.
According to Hollywood Life, eyewitnesses agreed that there were "clearly some sparks flying" between the co-stars in "Monte Carlo" despite the fact that Selena brought a mystery man and was "whispering in his ear most of the show". One shared, "Cory seemed totally smitten and was smiling at her the whole concert!"
It was said the 18-year-old joined Cory's "Glee" co-stars, Chord Overstreet, Kevin McHale, Jenna Ushkowitz and Mark Salling when she "snuck in through the back to get the VIP seating." The observer shared, "She was laughing, having a good time and talking to everyone in the VIP lounge. People were freaking out when they spotted Selena, Chord and Mark all sitting together!"
In another news, Selena has her Facebook and Twitter accounts hacked. On Wednesday morning, Januaty 12, the social networking sites were filled with a series of profanity-riddled messages. "THE KID ON 4CHAN.ORG IS A LIEN F**KER HE DIDNT HACK S**T!!!!" and "This message is for puha, YOU SUCK B**CH!!!" were just some of the examples.
After approximately 30 minutes, the "Wizards of Waverly Place" beauty has the unauthorized posts deleted and assured fans the problem is being fixed, writing "Sorry everyone. My Facebook Page and Twitter account has been hacked and we are cleaning it up." She later tweeted, "My twitter has been fixed and everyone is working on Facbook. Love you guys!!!!!"
Sparks are reportedly flying between the 'Monte Carlo' co-stars when the 'Glee' actor performs at the Roxy Theatre in Los Angeles with his band Bonnie Dune.
According to Hollywood Life, eyewitnesses agreed that there were "clearly some sparks flying" between the co-stars in "Monte Carlo" despite the fact that Selena brought a mystery man and was "whispering in his ear most of the show". One shared, "Cory seemed totally smitten and was smiling at her the whole concert!"
It was said the 18-year-old joined Cory's "Glee" co-stars, Chord Overstreet, Kevin McHale, Jenna Ushkowitz and Mark Salling when she "snuck in through the back to get the VIP seating." The observer shared, "She was laughing, having a good time and talking to everyone in the VIP lounge. People were freaking out when they spotted Selena, Chord and Mark all sitting together!"
In another news, Selena has her Facebook and Twitter accounts hacked. On Wednesday morning, Januaty 12, the social networking sites were filled with a series of profanity-riddled messages. "THE KID ON 4CHAN.ORG IS A LIEN F**KER HE DIDNT HACK S**T!!!!" and "This message is for puha, YOU SUCK B**CH!!!" were just some of the examples.
After approximately 30 minutes, the "Wizards of Waverly Place" beauty has the unauthorized posts deleted and assured fans the problem is being fixed, writing "Sorry everyone. My Facebook Page and Twitter account has been hacked and we are cleaning it up." She later tweeted, "My twitter has been fixed and everyone is working on Facbook. Love you guys!!!!!"
Saturday, January 8, 2011
How to Look Like Justin Bieber's Paramour Selena Gomez!
How to Look Like Justin Bieber's Paramour Selena Gomez!
Credit: Jason Merritt/Getty Images
Friday – January 07, 2011 – 3:11pm
Blame it on love! Selena Gomez was one of the hottest stars on the People's Choice Awards red carpet! We spoke to her glam squad to get the goods on exactly what it takes to look like the gal who's stolen the Bieb's heart.
To complement Gomez's asymmetrical dress, star stylist Jamal Hammadi created youthfully sexy side-swept waves. First, he prepped hair with a conditioning spray to boost shine, then blow dried in sections. Once hair was dry, he applied a moisturizing styling cream to ends, then used a 1" curling iron to wave sections for a modern take on a Veronica Lake vibe.
For makeup, makeup artist Jenn Streicher complemented Gomez's features with flirty, candy-colored shades including robin's egg blue on lids and juicy peach on cheeks and lips. To create the look of a super fresh complexion, Streicher used a light primer before applying moisturizer and foundation.
Saturday, January 1, 2011
Kristen Stewart, Taylor Lautner Lead People's Choice Awards Guest List
Taylor Lautner and Kristen Stewart are among the first to confirm that they'll be attending, making the pair a recurring feature on the red carpet (remember their adorable joint presentation of a "scary movie"-themed feature at last year's Academy Awards?), and they'll be in good company with a host of other celebs including Zac Efron, Taylor Swift, Emma Roberts, Leighton Meester, andMila Kunis. Also on the list: Natalie Portman and Katy Perry, who we're sincerely hoping to see accompanied by—respectively—a brand-new baby bump and a tuxedo-clad Russell Brand.
Sounds like a party! But don't be expecting it to get rowdy; Queen Latifah is hosting the ceremony, and you know she won't put up with any shenanigans.
Saturday, December 25, 2010
Miley likes it
Miley likes it
Pop singer and actor Miley Cyrus has sparked a debate on whether the hallucinogenic drug salvia is a medical wonder or a vicious hell-weed that transforms teens into chortling zombies
By Ben Detrick / NY TIMES NEWS SERVICE, NEW YORK
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Miley Cyrus Gets Racy With a Girl in New Leaked Photo
Miley Cyrus Gets Racy With a Girl in New Leaked Photo
© Target/Fame Pictures
The freshly-found picture has the 'Can't Be Tamed' singer sitting on a couch in her sports bra while her alleged assistant pretends to lick her breast.
In the freshly-found photo, the 18-year-old songstress takes a seat on a black leather sofa in her black sports bra, and puts her arm around the girl's waist. Her black spandex dress was already pulled down. While she gives a startled expression to the camera, her gal pal poses as if she licks the left front portion of her bra.
Miley isn't the only Disney star who recently has her scandalous photos surfacing. Days earlier, racy images of "Sonny with a Chance" star Demi Lovato came out. One picture captures her posing in a bra with a naughty little smile, while in another one, she gets some helps from her female friends in exposing her cleavage.
As for Miley's bong video scandal, it was reported that the footage was taken by close friend Anna Oliver at a party held at the "Hannah Montana" star's Los Angeles home on November 28. TMZ claimed that she was smoking a natural herb called salvia, which has psychedelic qualities. After taking a hit, she was heard saying, "OK I'm about to lose it now. I'm having a little bit of a trip right now."
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