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Young And Swirlin’: Lorde’s Chinese Boyfriend Pens Touching Open Letter To Her And Slams Hateful Racists

Lorde’s boo says dating his famous girlfriend hasn’t been easy … Lorde’s Chinese Boyfriend Pens Touching Open Letter To Her Being on the outskirts of fame has taught Lorde ‘s boyfriend a lot. In a new blog posted on his site titled “everybody returns someday,” James K. Lowe talks about how his life has changed since Lorde became a huge celebrity. Via Page Six reports: “Since originally sitting down to write this post, Ella has become a two time Grammy winner. She has taken home a Brit too. Currently she is on the opposite side of the world on tour,” he writes of the 17-year-old pop phenom. “As much as I miss her I couldn’t be prouder of what she has achieved so far. If you are lucky enough to attend one of her shows on this current tour, you’ll experience more than just her voice.” Lowe, an Auckland, New Zealand-based photographer, continues: “Jared Leto said that fame doesn’t change you, it changes everyone around you. While I’m not the centre of attention here (and f—k, the times I have, it’s never been fun), I do become aware of the people around me and their transparency. They fail to hide it. I’ve experienced being a target of the tabloids, finding moments I thought I was in safe hands splattered all over the internet, being pushed and shoved, or watching others get pushed and shoved by paparazzi just to get what they think they’re entitled to.” But the 24-year-old, who was the target of online bullying earlier this year, maintains a positive outlook despite being somewhat unwillingly thrust into the public eye. “While I’m dragging on about the negative aspects, they are only a smart part of my world now. There is a bright, shining silver lining to this thing … I’ve been able to tell tales of the many amazing people I’ve met along the way – from fellow photographers, to artists I’ve always admired and never thought I’d get to meet, let alone have a simple thing like coffee with… People who seem to scramble the words within your brain and the only thing you end up doing is blurting out ‘HILSKDFLKWELK’ (at some point it’s a verbal greeting, but ends up a flurry of sweat mixed with spit). More importantly, I’ve found a little inspiration from new faces. People I look up to. People whose work I admire so much,” he says. “For all of this I have to thank the one I look up to the most. Who I admire the most. Who still fills the little voids I try to avoid.” Could it be Lorde? IG Continue reading

Teyana Taylor’s Has A New Gig And… Doesn’t Like That We Think She’s Famous For No Reason

We watched Teyana Taylor turn 16, put out the single “Google Me”, pursue acting and hang with her crew. She has always been labeled as being famous for no reason and maybe that’s because no one has ever been clear on what exactly she does or even wants to do. In a recent interview with Edge magazine, Teyana speaks on the fame, her style and her career. “It gets really hard because people don’t really know what’s happening on the inside of things. People can be so cruel and not even know your situation and not want get to know”, she says in her soft spoken and perfectly raspy tone. This transparency and softer side may shock many who know Taylor as the Jordan wearing, opinionated skateboarder chick whose big hair and unique style is being copied by young girls everywhere. But the sincerity in her vulnerability is magnetic. “I’m a piece of work and I am certainly one of a kind, I know for sure that I am”, she says, “but I honestly can care less about this industry. I just do what I love”. In her confidence is also knowledge of the power she has as a role model for young girls that need a place in this world to feel accepted. She speaks for a large part of the new generation of young women who simply want to be who they are but fear no one will understand. When talking about her responsibility to the girls coming after her, Taylor’s speaks with the wisdom of a veteran twice her age. “I want to inspire young people, with everything I do. Even through my style”, she says, “if you can change the world or just change lives directly, why not go for it? If I can encourage kids to be themselves and to be cool with being different that’s what I’m going to do. I have a responsibility to try to change as much as I can.” “Before I got signed I was a skateboarder and I played basketball. I gave it up for my career because the label saw a lot of danger in it. I wanted to do something so that I could still have basketball in my life and as a fan I wanted to know more about players”. Her small gesture to remain close to the sport she loves turned into a 100,000 strong following in just one week, a number that she hadn’t planned for. “The site kept crashing”, she says with a raspy laugh, “we didn’t build the site for those kind of numbers. But we’ve been back for almost three weeks and we’ve already gotten almost all of our traffic back…. it’s good to know people didn’t forget about it”. If you’re wonder what Teyana has been up to lately, check out the trailer for Tyler Perry’s New Movie HERE ! Source

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how to (1^) your own articles and comments multiple times (freinds dont lie to freinds.)

Jack gannon said, “I voted for the story only one time. Because a 'true story' has merit, and thus proliferates itself. But, Current 'automatically' continued my voting for it. This occurred by my 'Liking' the story on Facebook, and posting it on Digg, Twitter, and YahooBuzz.” “Otherwise, if you don't like Mike's postings, then simply ignore them.” http://current.com/users/Jack_Gannon.htm interesting that you just registered and that you have no followers and are not following anyone. not the first time (shank vandal)? since you sound like you respect him so much, i figured you'd also boost up the “thousands” following, so you'd choose shank to follow. i guess your real busy for one guy eh? http://current.com/news/92685648_libertarians-say-republicans-owe-apology-not-pl… where's the transparency? added by: iamaman

Google reveals Government Requests, Blocked Traffic

Looks like Google is gaining more trust and respect from its users. Today Google revealed its Transparency report that lets users see which governments have asked for information … http://bit.ly/aV6LqF added by: itgrunts

Forecasting an Ecosystem’s Point of No Return

Image credit: Matt Callow /Flickr Most conservation, unfortunately, is reactive. Though improved assessment methods make this reaction more timely, plans are crafted after habitats are degraded and species are recieve protected status after their populations have demonstrated critical declines. New research, however, could help conservationis… Read the full story on TreeHugger

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Can Transparency on Calories Be a Model for Change?

A new beverage labeling initiative that is starting this fall provides an interesting example of how businesses can change without government mandates or laws . Launched by the American Beverage Association (ABA), Clear on Calories provides a standard disclosure system for the calorie content on the front label of any single-serve beverage item. Participation is not federally enforced but all the big beverage companies, including Coke, Pepsi, Dr Pepper-Snapple Group, and Ne… Read the full story on TreeHugger

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The Double Buzzer Beater

With just .6 seconds left on the clock in a NLB League final game, the Croatian basketball team nailed a 3-pointer and cinched a narrow victory. Naturally, celebration ensued. That is until Serbia, with just .5 seconds left, threw up a miracle half court shot and took the game right back. The Best Links: Via DeadSpin Watch

Sandra Bullock Diversion Tactics

OK, the secret black baby thing was a brilliant move, but what other diversion tactics could Sandra Bullock have come up with to get people to stop talking about her breakup? Here's mine. Use this transparency to add your own. View

What Did Palin Really Have Written On Her Hand?

[ Ed Note : The cheat notes on Sarah Palin's hand are front page news today. But what did she really have written there?! Use this handy transparency to add your own suggestion below!] The Best Links: Download The Transparency Of Palin’s Hand View

Kanye Ruins People’s Moments

[ Kanye steals the scene yet again. 🙁 What other important moments has he inappropriately ruined?

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