As a musician, her career has seen her inspire millions with a sound that’s nothing short of empowering…and as a humanitarian? A run that has seen her raise and support awareness for causes rooted deep in society.

Now, in recognising her tireless efforts as a entrepreneur and philanthropist, Forbes have named her one of their most ‘Powerful Female Entrepreneurs of 2013’.

Their accurate estimation of the icon below…

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‘X Factor UK’ fans rejoice!

For, after parting ways with the show in 2007 and upping her celebrity stock via ‘The Talk’ since then, Sharon Osbourne is to return to the British talent competition for its 10th season…joining existing judges Gary Barlow, Louis Walsh and the show’s brightest star Nicole Scherzinger.

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R&B Prince Elijah Blake has great cause to celebrate today.

For, less than one week after being released to iTunes USA, he has seen his debut single ‘XOX’ storm the charts…securing a Top 20 peak position of on the tally’s main chart!.

Details below…

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With the June 18th release date for ‘Born Sinner’ drawing nigh, J.Cole made his gifted way to ‘Late Night With Jimmy Fallon’, performing his almost Gold single ‘Power Trip‘.

Was his performance enough to convince the public to pick up the LP when it drops?

We’d say it did- so check it out and let us know if you agree below!

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Guess which 31 year old stunner was snapped working the cover of ‘Body’ magazine?

Hint: She stands as one of the only artists in the world to see each and every one of her LPs certified Platinum/ Double Platinum in the UK.

Still not sure who she is?!

Alright, meet us below…

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After serving her strongest performance to date at the ‘Billboard Music Awards’ two nights ago, ‘Last Chance’ belle Nicki Minaj arrived in NYC to begin shooting her first big screen movie, ‘The Other Woman’.

Snapped making her way in and out of her trailer, the Grammy nominated MC- who holds the record for being the fastest selling Female MC after Lauryn Hill– was joined by long time friend Safaree Samuels and co-star Cameron Diaz as she shot scenes for the 20th Century Fox production, which also stars Kate Upton and Lady GaGa‘s alleged boyfriend, Taylor Kinney.

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Fans of Ang Lee‘s ‘Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon‘ will be pleased to know that the flick’s sequel is on it’s way!

That’s right, 13 years after its December 8th 2000 release date, this year saw confirmation of its first follow up…billed ‘Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: The Green Destiny’.

Set to hit the world via The Weinstein Company’, the movie will be scripted by ‘The Forbidden Kingdom’s John Fusco and will star Michelle Yeoh– brought on to reprise her role as Yu Shu Lien.

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As far as production goes? Harvey Weinstein joins David Thwaites to fulfil that role, both of whom will see the movie shot in both English and Mandarian once production kicks off in March 2014.

Pulled from Wang Dulu’s “Iron Knight, Silver Vase”, the action adventure’s plot will boast Donnie Yen (Shanghai Affairs, Blade II) as its lead character…taking on the role of Silent Wolf.

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Kelly Rowland is wasting no time building on her X Factor USA buzz and has today placed new album ‘Talk A Good Game’ up for pre-order on iTunes.

Due June 18th, the set features production from the likes of The-Dream, Mike Will, and Pharrell Williams, while Ms. Kelly’s Destiny’s Child bandmates Beyonce and Michelle Williams make an appearance.

Want to know more about what ‘Game’ will be serving up come next month? Peep its official tracklist after the jump…

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Five episodes into ‘Love & Hip Hop Atlanta’s second season, the show’s leading lady K.Michelle has confirmed reports that she is to part ways with the series….and will head to its East Coast counterpart ‘Love & Hip Hop New York’.

Baring all on ‘The Breakfast Club’ today, her interview with the outlet also saw him dish on the hype surrounding her material and her long running feuds with a number of her former cast mates.

Watch above!

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Kelly Rowland and her fellow X Factor USA comrades took front stage center today at the first taping of the FOX show’s new season in Charleston, SC.

Looking like a bag of money and good living, the ‘Dirty Laundry’ singer momentarily stepped in as Head Judge in the absence of Simon Cowell – who was running late due to travel complications. Upon his arrival, she took her seat — next to him.

Auditions are taking place as we type, yet fans in attendance have taken to social media to relay how well the new panel -which is completed  by Demi Lovato and Latin superstar Paulina Rubio – works together.

Watch their collective arrival after the jump…

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July 26th marks the release of ‘The Wolverine‘, the latest big screen offering to come from Marvel’s ‘X-Men’ franchise.

Now, before the James Mangold piece hits theatres via 20th Century Fox, fans of the series can now catch the flick’s official trailer above- set to be unveiled to ‘Fast & Furious 6′ movie goers upon that movie’s May 24h due date.

Before then…check it out above!

K. Michelle may be serving up the LOL’s on ‘Love & Hip: Atlanta’, but she’s oh-so serious about her music.

Today saw the singer and shade connoisseur stop by The Breakfast Club on Power 105.1 to plug her new single ‘V.S.O.P’ which premiered yesterday.

Watch below as the ‘Rebellious Soul’ waxes honest about her music, future on ‘Love & Hip-Hop’, and much more. As ever, Charlamagne and co bring the “real” in earnest….

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