Shakira Island

Rumor has it that Shakira has made a sizable investment in a luxurious Island in the Bahamas on the corner of the Atlantic Ocean.

According to El Día, the Hips Don’t Lie star has joined Roger Walters, formerly of Pink Floyd, and her usual friends Miguel Bosé and Alejandro Sanz in buying up land on the uninhabited Island.

The plan is apparently to create a place of luxury where rich stars can go and relax away from the prying eyes of the media and paparazzi. Alejandro Sanz recently said the intention is building something that is more than just a ‘retirement home for the rich’.

The purchase is said to have cost around 12 million Euros, which may look like one of the bargains of the century once the plans have been put into action. And if nothing else, Shakira will have a beautiful place to escape for the perfect winter vacation with her friends and family.

Shakira fronts Cosmopolitan Magazine

Shakira appears on the cover of the August 2008 edition of Cosmopolitan magazine in Russia. Take a look as the Hips Don’t Lie star looks pretty perfect in pink.

Could Shakira’s new album become reality TV?

It has been reported that music television powerhouse MTV is pitching to Shakira about appearing on a new reality TV show that goes behind-the-scenes as she makes her new album.

The channel see’s the iconic Colombian as the perfect fit for their concept of a new reality TV series that will bring to life the process of producing an album.

Shakira on cover of OK Magazine

Spanish fans can pick-up a copy of the July edition of OK Magazine where our favorite musician is proudly shown on the cover.

Go check it out!

Shakira’s contributions celebrated

Shakira is to receive a special honor at this year’s ALMA Awards it has been confirmed. The Colombian will be presented with an award to celebrate her many contributions to the entertainment world and American cultures next month.

The ALMA Awards 2008 will be hosted at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium on August 17th, and will be broadcast on 12th September by ABC from 8pm EST.

Shakira stages freedom show

Shakira is to put on a free concert in her native Colombia on Sunday in a bid to put pressure on a rebel group in the country to set free their hostages.

The international superstar will be joined by fellow Colombian pop star Carlos Vives for the special independence day show that aims to bring attention to the plight of the captured prisoners.

Shakira has already met with former presidential candidate Ingrid Betancourt this past Wednesday to discuss the issue. Betancourt was recently released by FARC (Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia) and shared first-hand experiences with the good-hearted musician.

Shakira signs deal with Live Nation

Shakira has become the latest star to sign a lucrative contract with the concert promoter Live Nation, her representatives have confirmed.

The deal gives the group all rights to the Columbian’s music projects, new albums, tours, merchandise, websites and films.

Reports in the US suggest the deal could be worth as much as $100million.

Shakira praises Gordon Brown’s good intentions

Shakira lavished praise on British Prime Minister Gordon Brown after holding a conference call with the politician in London on Monday.

The Colombian performer spoke with the leader by telephone to bounce around ideas as part of a week of action for the Global Campaign for Education. The group is pressuring world leaders to provide funding for education to 72 million young children who miss out on schooling due to poverty.

“He is a man with wonderful intentions, he is very pro-active, he is working very hard for the issue of education,” Shakira said. “I could feel how passionate and enthusiastic he was about it.”

Brown praised Shakira for her tireless efforts to help improve access to education around the world.

“She is inspiring people all over the world,” Brown was quoted as saying.

Shakira nominated for Ivor Novello gong

Shakira is among the nominees for an award at this year’s Ivor Novello songwriting awards.

The curvy Colombian has been nominated in the category of “Best Selling Song” for her “Beautiful Liar” collaboration with R&B star Beyonce.

Amy Winehouse leads the way with three nominations - one of which is in the same category as Shaki & Beyonce for her song “Rehab”. The troubled singer also has two tracks nominated in the “Best Song” category - “Love Is A Losing Game” and “You Know I’m No Good”.

Radiohead are in contention for the “Best Album” award with their release “In Rainbows”.

The full list of nominees are as follows:

Best Song Musically & Lyrically

Ben’s Brother / Let Me Out
Amy Winehouse / Love Is A Losing Game
Amy Winehouse / You Know I’m No Good

Best Contemporary Song

Shakira to talk to British leader on Monday

Shakira is to hold a “virtual meeting” with British Prime Minister Gordon Brown on Monday to discuss way to improve access to education in the third world.

The Colombian will speak with the leader by telephone to bounce around ideas as part of a week of action for the Global Campaign for Education.

Brown has caused controversy in his own country recently by doubling the 10% tax rate for families on lower incomes in the UK, hitting the poorest people in the country - all the while giving a 2% tax cut to the richest. So some might find it a little difficult to take the Prime Minister seriously on matters of poverty. But good luck Shaki!

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