Adele's '25' sold in US 7m albums

Adele's latest album 25 continues to destroy all album sales records, exceeding 7 million US purchases in its fifth week of being available to the public. The commercial success has now seen three weeks of over 1 million sales across the nation, according to Billboard.

The boost in album sales can largely be attributed to the holiday season, with millions of shoppers purchasing the 11-track album as a gift, according to Billboard. Not only is 25 continuing to hold its throne as the No. 1 selling album throughout the United States, but according to Official Charts, the album was the most-sold album during Christmas week in the U.K. as well. Adele signing autographs on her latest album Source: James Devaney/Getty Images The news follows Adele's North American leg of her recently announced world tour selling out within minutes, causing many American fans to take to social media in frustration, as Mic previously reported. "Hello from the ticket line," read one tweet Dec. 17 from Maggie Hunter, who tried purchasing tickets in Texas. "I've clicked refresh a thousand times." "This feels like such a long time coming, my new album is finally out," Adele tweeted Nov. 20 after releasing 25. "I am so overwhelmed and grateful to be able to even put another record out, and put it out how I want. The last month has been a whirlwind, it's literally taken my breath away. I hope you enjoy the record as much as I enjoyed making it for you."

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Salman Khan Says: "It feels like I am turning 27"

Salman Khan may be turning 50 on Sunday, but the Bollywood superstar says he still feels 27 is the perfect age for him.

“I am turning 27. I think 27-year-old is the right age. I have always liked that age. I am not scared about ageing. It is a part of my journey,” Salman says.

Salman, the son of noted writer Salim Khan, made his debut with a supporting role in “Biwi Ho To Aisi”. His next release “Maine Pyar Kiya” directed by Sooraj Barjatya, gave his career a much needed push.

Over the years, he has gained a great fan base courtesy to his films like “Hum Aapke Hain Koun”, “Karan Arjun”, “Biwi No.1”, “Hum Saath Saath Hain”, “Dabangg”, “Bodyguard”, “Ek Tha Tiger”, “Kick”, “Bajrangi Bhaijaan”, “Prem Ratan Dhan Payo”, etc.

The actor addressed as “Bhaijaan” is also involved in humanitarian work and tries to help the underprivileged through his charity organization “Being Human”.

His life has been marred by many controversies and legal troubles over his tumultuous relationships, hunting of the endangered Chinkara deer, and the 2002 hit-and-run case.

However, 2015 was a great year for Salman, both personally and professionally. His performance in Kabir Khan-directed film “Bajrangi Bhaijaan” and Sooraj Barjatya’s “Prem Ratan Dhan Payo” were appreciated and both the films went on to became huge box office successes.

On the personal front Salman had a major relief in the face of Bombay High Court’s verdict in the 2002 hit-and-run case acquitting him of all charges.

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Lemmy Kilmister dead at 70

Lemmy Kilmister, the lead singer and bassist of Motörhead and a heavy metal icon for six decades, passed away Monday after a battle with cancer. Kilmister turned 70 on Christmas Eve. The band's official Facebook confirmed Kilmister's passing, "There is no easy way to say this… our mighty, noble friend Lemmy passed away today after a short battle with an extremely aggressive cancer."

 "He had learnt of the disease on December 26th, and was at home, sitting in front of his favorite video game from The Rainbow which had recently made it's way down the street, with his family," the statement continued. "We cannot begin to express our shock and sadness, there aren't words. We will say more in the coming days, but for now, please… play Motörhead loud, play Hawkwind loud, play Lemmy's music LOUD. Have a drink or few. Share stories. Celebrate the LIFE this lovely, wonderful man celebrated so vibrantly himself. HE WOULD WANT EXACTLY THAT." Many of Kilmister's heavy metal brethren and artists he inspired took to Twitter to pay tribute to the inimitable artist. "Lost one of my best friends, Lemmy, today," Ozzy Osbourne tweeted. "He will be sadly missed. He was a warrior and a legend. I will see you on the other side." Kilmister served as a co-writer on his friend Osbourne's 1991 LP No More Tears, including the hit "Mama, I'm Coming Home" and Grammy-winning "I Don't Want to Change the World."

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Edward Norton launches fundraising campaign to help Syrian refugee

Save the Children announced Sunday that Cohen and Fisher have given $500,000 to the organization to fund a measles vaccination program for children in Northern Syria. The couple gave another $500,000 to support families, particularly women and children in and around Syria, by funding education, health care, shelter, and sanitation.

“By allowing us to make their generous donation to the Syrian children public, Sacha and Isla are helping highlight the tragedy of the issue today,” Save the Children CEO Justin Forsyth said in a news release. “These are desperate times for Syrian families facing bombs, bullets, and torture in Syria. The couple’s donation will save many thousands of lives and protect some of the most valuable children.”

According to Save the Children, more than seven million people have been displaced inside Syria, and four million are currently living in the surrounding states.

“Sacha and Isla’s donation is a great expression of humanity, and a challenge to do more for the most vulnerable,” David Miliband, president and CEO of the IRC, added. “I hope it is an example to many others seeking practical ways of making a difference during the Christmas and New Year season.”

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RECIPE: CHEESY MASHED POTATO EGG SKILLET CASSEROLE

INGREDIENTS 

1 (4.7 oz.) package Betty Crocker™ loaded mashed potatoes 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup water 2 1/2 tablespoons butter 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese 4-6 eggs Salt and pepper, to taste 4-6 slices fried bacon 4 green onions, chopped Pinch of crushed red pepper

DIRECTIONS

• Preheat oven to 350º F.
• Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add water and butter and prepare mashed potatoes as directed on package. Once mashed potatoes are ready, cover with 2/3 of the shredded cheese. Next, make 4-6 wells in the mashed potatoes for the eggs. Crack eggs into the wells and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover with remaining cheese.
• Place entire skillet in oven and bake until whites of eggs are just set but yolks are still slightly runny, about 12 to 15 minutes. Top with bacon and sprinkle with green onions. Serve.

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RECIPE: CHILI WITH TWISTED CHEESY CORNSTICKS

INGREDIENTS 

1 lb ground beef 1 bag (11.8 oz) Green Giant™ Seasoned Steamers™ frozen honey roasted sweet corn 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce 1 package (1 oz) taco seasoning mix 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (2 oz) 1 can Pillsbury™ refrigerated original breadsticks

DIRECTIONS

• Heat oven to 350°F. Line large cookie sheet with parchment paper. In 12-inch skillet, cook ground beef, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned; drain. Stir in frozen corn (reserving 1/2 cup), beans, tomato sauce, taco seasoning and 1 1/2 cups water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 15 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
• Meanwhile, place reserved corn and cheese in food processor or blender. Cover; process 15 to 20 seconds or until finely chopped.
• Unroll dough into 2 sections; separate breadsticks. Spoon corn mixture down length of 6 breadsticks; press onto dough. Top with remaining breadsticks. Twist stuffed breadsticks 2 or 3 times. Place 1 inch apart on cookie sheet.
• Bake 18 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with chili.

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Salman Khan turns 50 birthday bash: Inside photos

It is undoubtedly an important moment. Not just for star Salman Khan, but also his family members, relatives, and his leading ladies and fans. While grand plans have been chalked out to ring in Salman’s 50th birthday bash at his Panvel house, guests have started arriving to be part of the key occasion. According to the photos posted by Salman's brother-in-law Atul Agnihotri, his house has been decked up. The photo posted features Salman's Being Human being lit up near a swimming pool. Celebrities including Farah Khan, Tabu, Sooraj Pancholi, Harshali Malhotra, Sooraj Barjatya and Sania Mirza are also expected.

Road trip with my girls @TheFarahKhan and Tabbuuuu Happy Birthday @BeingSalmanKhan .. 35 mins more.. pic.twitter.com/lJtMCGD9Bt

— Sania Mirza (@MirzaSania) December 26, 2015

  A photo posted by Atul Agnihotri (@atulreellife) on Dec 26, 2015 at 7:29am PST

Salman Khan celebrating his birthday with the crew of Bigg Boss 9

Salman Khan celebrating his birthday with the crew of @BiggBoss #GoldenJubileeOfSalmanKhan pic.twitter.com/vfpxh6KVAC

— Salman Khan Universe (@SalmanUniv) December 26, 2015

This is so cute! The little fan - #HappyBirthdaySalmanKhan #HappyBirthdaySultan pic.twitter.com/gjNKgntEpG — sabina lamba (@SabinaLamba) December 26, 2015

Live Scenes of the Sight of Galaxy Apartments! The Biggest Ever Megastar Salman Khan! #HappyBirthdaySalmanKhan pic.twitter.com/S0z6MGGVpi

— Salman Khan Universe (@SalmanUniv) December 26, 2015

Thank you and God bless you bro. Happy Birthday!!! @BeingSalmanKhan pic.twitter.com/bZoeOIn5wJ — Samir Soni (@samirsoni123) December 26, 2015

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Arrow Takes Revenge on Darhk in the New Season 4 Trailer

Christmas Eve has been a busy one for trailers from The CW! Following the new DC’s Legends of Tomorrow promo and The Flash commercial, we now have a new “Revenge” trailer for the return of Arrow. You can watch the new Season 4 trailer in the player below!

Arrow stars Stephen Amell as Oliver Queen, Katie Cassidy as Dinah “Laurel” Lance, David Ramsey as John Diggle, Willa Holland as Thea Queen, Emily Bett Rickards as Felicity Smoak, John Barrowman as Malcom Merlyn, with Paul Blackthorne as Detective Lance, and Neal McDonough as Damien Darhk. The series is executive produced by Greg Berlanti, Marc Guggenheim, Andrew Kreisberg and Sarah Schechter.

Arrow will return to The CW on Wednesday, January 20 at 8/7c.

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Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson Sings Newborn Daughter For Her First Christmas

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is making his infant daughter’s dreams come true by singing her a sweet Christmas song. He posted the amazing video to his Instagram account on Christmas Eve, showing himself cradling his new bundle of joy in front of the family’s tree, which was lit up in colorful lights with a giant ribbon with the word “love” in big bold print. “Jack Frost nipping at your nose,” he sings to his newborn Jasmine, before noting “Santa tries to scare me tonight I’m going to kick his *ss daddy,” as he shows off her adorable Christmas onesie. The movie star and his longtime girlfriend, Lauren Hashian, welcomed their first child together on Dec. 16. It’s obviously a very merry holiday for the new daddy and his precious little one, who is totally the greatest Christmas present he could ever ask for!

'Twas the night before Christmas... #BeCarefulSantaShesTough

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Pamela Anderson As Playboy’s Last Nude Cover Girl

Most teenagers would cringe seeing their mother naked on the cover of a magazine - but then the rest of us don't call Pamela Anderson mum.

The 48-year-old star doesn't look a day over 25 as she features on the cover of the final nude Playboy edition with her best assets on show for her die-hard fans.

Wearing smoky eye makeup and a gold 'Sex' choker, Pammy is the original blonde bombshell with her hair in a sexy, messy style. Phwoar.

The former Baywatch babe was worried about shooting another Playboy cover after her sons Brandon, 19, and Dylan, 17, teased her for years, but they finally gave her their blessing.

Pamela Anderson nude in Playboy!
One of Pammy's sons was conceived at the Playboy Mansion

Talking about a discussion with Brandon, she told him: "Hef just called, he wants me to do the last cover of Playboy."

To which her Brandon replied: "Mom you've got to do it. We're older, we're not embarrassed anymore of you. You know, we think you're great."

She was interviewed by actor James Franco for the inside chat in Playboy and the shoot marked her 14th cover and 15th pictorial.

Pamela Anderson and Hugh Hefner in the mag Pamela Anderson on the cover in 1989

Asked what the craziest thing was that happened at the Playboy Mansion, she revealed: "Oh dear, so much. But you know, when people kiss and tell, they're usually lying.

"I don't want to get too detailed, but I'm sure one of my sons was conceived there."

Meanwhile, Pammy celebrated recovering from Hepatitis C in the best way last month - by sharing another completely naked snap with her fans.

She could be seen sat back on a chair with her bare legs up to the camera and her arms covering her boobs, flashing her tattoos and laughing.

She took to Instagram to ecstatically reveal that she is free of Hepatitis C after being cured by an anti-viral drug.

To mark the occasion Pammie shared a naked vacation snap of herself and wrote alongside it: '

I am CURED!!! - I just found out #nomorehepc #thankyou #blessing #family #prayer #live."

Playboy's January/February 2016 double issue will hit newsstands on Friday, December 11.

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