неделя, 29 август 2010 г.

Just when we thought Whitney Port couldn’t get any skinnier, she continues to shock us with her incredible shrinking thighs in an array of skimpy shorts.
And ironically, the skinny star was out in Brentwood, California, launching her signature cupcakes ‘Whittie’s Cinaminnie’ on the Sweet E’s bakery truck.
The 5ft10in star doesn’t look like she’s eaten a cupcake in her life, but at least her efforts are for a good cause, as all the proceeds are going to be donated to the American Cancer Society.
Whitney Port in Los Angeles, California
Skinny shocker: Whitney Port continues to shock fans with her bony pins in micro-shorts
But The City star’s bony pins grabbed more attention in denim micro-shorts than her cupcakes did.
Despite sparking concerns for her health after shedding weight from her already thin frame, the 25-year-old seems to come out in a new pair of short-shorts every week.
The Californian even makes Nadine Coyle’s pins look voluptuous in comparison to Whitney’s skeletal frame.
Whitney might be taking her diet and exercise regime to extremes in a bid to stay slim but she’s openly slammed her former Hills co-star Heidi Montag for turning to cosmetic surgery.
Whitney Port launches cupcakes
Magic cupcakes? Miss Port's launches her 'Whittie¿s Cinaminnie' cupcakes, but ironically looks like she's never eaten a cupcake in her life

Whitney Port
Whitney Port
Cupcake cravings: Whitney is in desperate need to start snacking on her own cupcakes, as her skinny pins shock onlookers in California
Whitney Port's cupcakes
Charity cupcakes: Whitney Port's cupcakes are raising funds for the American Cancer Society
She recently said: ‘If you really feel like you want a little nip and tuck, that’s your prerogative, but that’s not something I’d ever want to get into – especially to the level Heidi did.
‘I think at our age it’s a little bit much.’
But she is about to follow in the footsteps of Miss Montag’s lad’s mag image by posing provocatively for men’s magazine Maxim.
Whitney wrote on her blog: ‘(I’m) ready to channel my sexy side.  This is a pretty big deal for me because I’ve never done anything like this before.
‘I’ve done my fair share of photo shoots in my career, but none of them were at the level of sexiness that Maxim is recognised for.’
Let’s hope that Miss Port realises that sexy doesn’t mean super skinny though and puts on some much needed weight soon.
In response to recent concerns for her weight though, Whitney told OK! Magazine: ‘I’m definitely not trying to lose any weight – just to be healthy.
'When it comes to food, I’m a really big snacker.’

How to make a crocodile smile: Swim in a pool full of deadly salties with just a perspex cage for protection

Tourists to this unusual theme park are sure to get some holiday snaps with a difference.
Inspired by the popularity of cage shark-diving, a tourist attraction has opened that allows adrenalin junkies the chance to swim with killer crocodiles.
And, as these incredible pictures show, participants can get up close and personal with one of the worlds deadliest creatures.
Definitely no running, ducking bombing or petting in this pool: Face to face with one of the 125 stone monsters
Definitely no running, ducking bombing or petting in this pool: Face to face with one of the 125 stone monsters
All that separates thrill-seekers from the huge saltwater crocodiles is a five-inch thick perspex box that has, we are assured, undergone 'extensive' safety testing.
Fearless participants climb into the clear container - nicknamed the Cage of Death - which is suspended on a monorail track that runs above four crocodile enclosures.
Two grated doors lock into position on the top of the 10ft tall box which is then lowered into the water and comes to rest 2ft beneath the surface.
To ensure that the paying customers get their money's worth, chunks of meat are tied to the bottom of the cage. The crocodiles instantly drawn to it when it enters the water.
The results vary from the crocs 'eye-balling' the swimmer, rubbing against the cage or going into a full on 'aggressive attack' against it.
Snappy snaps: Holiday photos from this resort will be just a little different
Snappy snaps: Holiday photos from this resort will be just a little different
Customers pay about £100 to spend 20 minutes swimming alongside the crocs; the largest of the beasts measures a whopping 18ft and weighs over 125 stone, 
One of the mighty reptiles at the Crocosaurus Cove park in Darwin, Australia, is named Burt. Film buffs might remember him from the first Crocodile Dundee movie - he's the one who nearly ate Linda Koslowski's character.
Sallie Gregory, spokeswoman for the park, said: 'Many people find the opportunity of getting to within a few inches from the jaws of these crocodiles exhilarating.'
'People often get activity ranging from an aggressive attack to a casual eye-balling and swim past where the crocs are so close that they rub against the cage.'
'Most of the women who take part say they are happy just to watch the crocodiles while guys tend to want the action and attack.' 
Smile please: Two thrill-seeking tourists get up close and personal with one of the saltwater crocodiles at the Crocosaurus Cove park in Darwin, Australia
Smile please: Two thrill-seeking tourists get up close and personal with one of the saltwater crocodiles at the Crocosaurus Cove park in Darwin, Australia
She added: 'One of our directors who has extensive experience with crocodiles wanted a concept that allowed people to get up close to these ultimate predators in a safe environment.'
'The cage runs on a overhead monorail system, suspended over the enclosures and is lowered into up to four separate enclosures as part of the 20 minute experience.'
'The perspex is about 135mm thick and extensive testing in both the manufacturing and the way the crocodiles would react to the cage were carried out prior to the testing team entering the cage.'
The 'Cage Of Death' has been extensively tested for safety. With one of these prehistoric killers just inches away, one might hope so..
The 'Cage Of Death' has been extensively tested for safety. With one of these prehistoric killers just inches away, one might hope so..
'The top of the cage has two grated doors to stop anything entering the cage and a back up motor and separate chain operates to ensure that in the event of a malfunction, the cage can continue to operate.'
'The cage generally allows about two feet from the surface of the water though this can be adjusted if people are not strong swimmers and would prefer to keep their head above water.' 
Among the crocodiles people can swim alongside are the mating pair of Houdini and Bess as well as Chopper, Denzel and of course movie star Burt.
But one of the most popular crocs is Wendell  - he's the biggest and is named after muscular Australian rugby star Wendell Sailor.
Crocodile attacks in the wild are quite rare these days. However, during the Japanese army's retreat from Ramree Island in February 1945, saltwater crocodiles are thought to have been responsible for the deaths of 400 Japanese soldiers.
British troops encircled the swampland through which the Japanese were retreating, resigning the Japanese to a night in a mangrove swamp which was home to thousands of saltwater crocodiles.
The Ramree crocodile attacks are listed as 'The Greatest Disaster Suffered from Animals' in The Guinness Book of Records
Saltwater crocodiles are the largest reptiles on the planet. Their main habitat is northern Australia and New Guinea, Indonesia and Borneo. They have been known to kill and eat horses, water buffalo, and even sharks as well as the occasional human.

Brad-Pitt-flies-New-Orleans-Angelina-Jolie

Both Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are well-known for their dedication to the rebuilding efforts in New Orleans, frequently spending time at their home there.
But yesterday Jolie flew out of New Orleans yesterday on the very same day that partner Pitt flew in.
The couple visited New Orleans to raise awareness about the stricken city five years after it was left devastated by Hurricane Katrina.
Angelina Jolie in New Orleans
Bye bye Brad! Angelina heads out of New Orleans without seeing Brad yesterday
But they didn't honour the anniversary with each other, choosing not to appear together even once. Instead, Pitt and Jolie, who have six children, chose to go their separate ways.
Pitt arrived in the Louisiana state yesterday and and toured the Lower 9th Ward, one of the worst-hit areas.
The 46-year-old actor looked happy and relaxed as he interacted with the local people, keeping his outfit low-key in jeans and a denim T-shirt.

Meanwhile Jolie paid a very short visit to the city yesterday before leaving on a private jet.
Pitt also took the time to visit some of the new eco houses that were built thanks to his Make It Right Foundation, for residents who lost their homes in the disaster.
Fifty houses have been made so far and 150 more are planned.
Angelina Jolie in New Orleans
Leaving on a jet plane: Angelina leaves New Orleans the day Brad flies in

Pitt says, 'It was unfathomable. I mean, just... you had no idea that there were families and here. It was just wiped clean. Except for the occasional pile up of homes and... on top of homes.
'I mean, people's... people build their lives here. And...and... I mean, New Orleans is a unique place to begin with. And I say, a cultural treasure trove for... for America to begin with.
'But the thing that struck me was that these people were trying to...you know, these people were trying to get home. And... and were having a very difficult time doing so. And as I got into and started studying it.'
Brad Pitt in New Orleans
Man on a mission: Brad set up the Make It Right Foundation in 2007, which builds affordable, eco homes for residents who lost their houses
Both Jolie and Pitt are very popular in New Orleans, where their efforts to help the local populace haven't gone unnoticed.
Baxter Barnes, who received a home from Make It Right and has spent time with both Pitt and Angelina Jolie.
He told RadarOnline.com: 'New Orleans still has a long way to go to get back from Katrina but things are moving in the right direction thanks to guys like Brad Pitt.
'They are both genuine and down-to-earth people and if were not for them we, like a lot of other people, would not have homes back in New Orleans.'
Jolie is allegedly in talks to star in the big-screen adaptation of 2009 British mini-series Unforgiven.
Brad Pitt in New Orleans
Making a difference: Brad visits the 9th Ward of New Orleans five years after the devastation of hurricane Katrina.