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Jul 20th 2013, 11:00, by MTV Movies Team

Guess what? MTV has been livestreaming from San Diego Comic-Con for two whole days, and we're only now getting to the biggest day of the convention.

And it doesn't get any bigger than this. Tomorrow will bring the casts of "Godzilla," "Dawn of the Planet of the Apes," and "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire" to our Comic-Con Livestream. You'll get all of the answers to your burning questions while we ask what you want to know.

It all starts right here at 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT and continues for the next seven hours, so get comfortable.

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Jul 19th 2013, 21:14, by Alexandra Govere

Breakups are painful enough as it is, so imagine going through one in the public eye! In an E! special with Ryan Seacrest, airing this Sunday, Selena Gomez discusses the stress of her highly-publicized split from Justin Bieber.

"I'm sure you could actually see those pictures of me being, like, way stressed out about it," says Selena. "And it's hard, because what do you do? Do you just wanna sit in your house and hide and not go anywhere?"

The most important thing to remember when going through breakups is that, painful as they may be, they're a totally normal part of dating life. Even Selena acknowledged that her stress was all part of the healing process. "I'm a kid, and a breakup is normal. I have to go through the emotions and feel it out. I'm doing my own thing, being with my friends, and he's doing very well too."

Friendship is often the best cure for heartbreak. If you're having a hard time getting over your ex, talk it through with the people who care about you. Or use your friends in another way -- to distract yourself from unnecessary thoughts with a night of fun and dancing! Or, at the very least, find a way to avoid being all up on your exes social media pages until you've come to terms with the split. Trust me, the last thing you want to see are insta-babes on their Instagram.

Most importantly, remember that there are billions of other people in the world, and you will love and be loved again. And as much as we want to figure everything out for ourselves, sometimes we need the help of a pro. There's absolutely nothing wrong with seeking professional help to sort through your feelings about anything! Check out MTV's Half Of Us for more help and resources.

 

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Jul 19th 2013, 20:27, by Alexandra Govere

Fireworks! BBQs! Skinny Dipping! Although summer is a time to have fun and act carefree, it's still super important to be prepared while going out. We rounded up a few apps that will help make your summer nights a little safer.

+ Drink & Drive Safely With Uber

One in three people will be involved in an alcohol-related crash in their lifetime. Download the Uber app if you and all of your friends plan on getting cray this weekend. Not only will you make it to and from the party safely, and be able to have as much fun there as you want, but you'll also ride in style in a fancy-schmancy town car.

+ Walk & Run Safely with LifeLine Response

LifeLine Response is the perfect app for anyone who feels uncomfortable walking or running alone during the night hours. In Thumb Mode, press your thumb onto the screen while, say, walking through a dark parking lot. If your thumb is released from the screen for more than 20 seconds, your vital information and GPS location will be immediately transmitted to the local police. If you're a fan of evening jogs, put the app in Timer Mode to set the duration of your exercise. If you don't disarm your phone before the timer goes off, law enforcement will be notified.

+ Dine Safely With Seafood Watch

Gotta have your sushi?! The Seafood Watch app gives up-to-date recommendations for ocean-friendly seafood and sushi. It sorts seafood by "Best Choices," "Good Alternatives," and things you should "Avoid." Eat fish that hasn't been farmed or captured in ways that hurt the environment, and totally impress your date with your mad sashimi skillz.

+ Hook Up Safely With MedXCom

1 in 2 sexually active young people will get an STD by the age of 25, but not if MedXCom can help it! The safe sex app allows users to bump phones to exchange contact information and updated STD screening results (your doctor has to input them for you). If using this app at a bar sounds totally awkward, think about how much more awkward it would be to catch something unwanted!

Follow the Action Links below to learn more about how to get a couple of the apps listed above. 'Cause you wanna have good crabs for dinner, without getting bad crabs for dessert!

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Jul 19th 2013, 18:52, by Alexandra Govere

Adam Levine is officially off the market. Forever. A rep for the Maroon 5 frontman recently confirmed that he and Victoria's Secret Angel Behati Prinsloo are engaged. I'll give you a minute to decide whether to celebrate or cry…

Whether you're happy or sad about it, one thing's for sure: Behati is the luckiest woman in the world for so many reasons. Here are a few.

+ Adam Believes In Hope 

This summer, bring hope to those who need it! Join me & help @cityofhope fight cancer. Donate now http://t.co/F2mNN5LG8O #SUMMEROFHOPE

— Adam Levine (@adamlevine) June 21, 2013

This summer, celebs like Adam, Britney Spears, and Selena Gomez are spreading the word about Summer of Hope -- an initiative of City of Hope to encourage people to join the fight against cancer, diabetes, and HIV/AIDS. "This summer, bring hope to those who need it," Adam recently Tweeted. "Join me & help City Of Hope fight cancer." Cancer will strike 1 in 2 men and 1 in 3 women in the U.S., so -- now, more than ever -- finding a cure is essential.

+ Adam Believes in Love

Adam has a gay brother, and has always spoken up for marriage equality. When we asked what he'd do as President for a day, his answer was straight and simple: "First, I'd make gay marriage legal, because that's just archaic and ridiculous." And because even the President needs to have fun, he'd celebrate his sweet political move with a trip to Miami in Air Force One. I hope Behati likes to fly!

+ Adam Looks Amazing In Anything...or Nothing

There's not question as to whether or not Adam will make a handsome groom. The only thing better than Adam Levine in a suit? Adam Levine shirtless. Now excuse me while I cry at the loss of the love of my life. I mean, erm, congratulations Adam and Behati!

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Jul 19th 2013, 17:47, by Claire Biggs

Hair gel. Fist pumping. Being generally DTF (Down To Fetch!). These are just a few of DJ Pauly D's favorite things. The former "Jersey Shore" star is taking his love of animals to the next level and urging people to "Adopt, Don't Shop" when looking for a pet.

We've talked about puppy mills before. We all know that they're large-scale breeding operations where puppies are seriously neglected in horrible conditions. But did you know that most puppies sold in pet stores still come from puppy mills? Well Pauly D is teaming up with the ASPCA to make sure you've got the 411. The ASPCA Ambassador took to the organization's blog to convince readers to join in on the fight against this form of animal cruelty.

Now that you're heartbroken over what is happening to our furry friends, here's how you can help. Pauly D wants you to take this pledge to commit to not buying anything from stores or websites that sell puppies. If you're looking for a four-legged addition to your family, make sure you adopt instead of buying from a pet store. To let as many people know about puppy mill as possible, you can take part in "No Pet Store Puppies" Day on July 21 and raise your voice on Facebook and Twitter.

For more ways on how you can take action on behalf of our animal friends, check out the action widgets below. And remember, by raising your voice you can make sure your favorite cause gets the attention it deserves.

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Jul 19th 2013, 16:47, by Joey Parker

The Millennial generation (people who are 18-30) sometimes gets a bad wrap. We've been called lazy, self-absorbed, and only into makin' money. But guess what? That is actually SO not the case!

According to Fast Company, we want to feel a sense of purpose within out workplace, and we want to begin to make a difference in the world so future generations will have it better than we do. So, are you all about that giving back life? Thought so.

Here Are 3 Ways To Give Back This Summer:

+ Park + beach cleaning.

With the warmer weather we see an influx of people using our beaches and parks, which also means more garbage. People can be a bit lazy, and instead of being kind to the earth and throwing the trash away, they decide to leave it behind. This is where us do-gooder Millennials come into play. As you walk the ground of the park, or sandy miles of beach, do a good deed and pick up as much trash as you can! Not only will it make the area much more appealing, it can save many animals from getting sick/ hurt!

+ Avoid circuses + sea life parks.

When you are trying to think of fun thing to do this summer, keep circuses and sea life parks off the list. Yea, yea I know that it´s often fun to see the wild animals, but once you learn a bit more about the truth behind animals in captivity, you may re-think ever stepping foot inside. Instead of visiting a park, rally your friends together to watch Blackfish, a powerful new film that is helping reveal a bit more of what goes on inside the sea parks. As for circuses, well just Google that one. Sadly, so many animals are being mistreated, and it's quite heartbreaking.

Buy conscious clothes for summer. 

Before you head to the mall, I have a better solution for you! Instead of getting the same old clothes that all your friends have,  think outside the box and support innovative businesses that also give back. For a nice pair of sunglasses, DEF check out our buddies over at Warby Parker. If it is shoes you are looking for then OBVS TOMS are the best of the best. For a full list of fab clothes that also give back, you gotta check out this amazing list that my fellow writer Claire put together!

What are you going to do this summer to give back? Comment below, or head on over to our Twitter (@MTVact) to let us know! We would love to hear your creative ideas.

 

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Jul 19th 2013, 15:20, by Danica Davidson

The 2013 MTV Video Music Awards nominees have been announced, and Taylor Swift's "I Knew You Were Trouble" is in the running for Video of the Year. The heart-on-her-sleeve singer is happy to be nominated, but she also had another point to make.

TayTay Tweeted:

So stoked to be representing the girls in an otherwise all boys category for Video of the Year at the VMAs. Vote?! http://t.co/nK9rhV95RP

— Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) July 18, 2013

Yup, it's true — she's running against Bruno Mars, Justin Timberlake, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Wanz, Robin Thicke, T.I. and Pharrell. All guys. While it sounds like Taylor is being tongue-in-cheek in her Tweet, Girl Power is serious business, and so is standing up for women's rights. One Billion Rising got celebs and women's rights activists mobilized over the fact that one in three women is beaten or sexually assaulted during her lifetime. Malala shows us the importance of girls' access to education, because there are currently 57 millions kids out of school, and a good chunk of them are girls. Elizabeth Banks recently Tweeted about politicians' attacks on women's reproductive rights, and her gratitude for State Senator Wendy Davis for standing up for these rights.

There's a lot to be angry about in the way many women are treated. But we also see strides forward as women (and men!) stand up for equality and feminist ideals. The majorly positive responses to One Billion Rising, Malala, and Wendy Davis show that people are all about Girl Power. In 2013 Taylor's representing women in the Video of the Year category, and you can represent women the world over by standing up for their rights each and every day.

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Jul 19th 2013, 13:39, by Alexandra Govere

Justin Bieber has added a new tattoo to his growing collection of body art, and this one's particularly sentimental as it's dedicated to his mama, Pattie Mallette. The 19-year-old superstar Instagrammed a pic of a ginormous eye, located on the other side of his wenis (that's the inside of your elbow!), along with the caption, "mom's always watching". If Justin is getting sentimental with his ink, we've got some other suggestions that would really leave a mark. 

+ The Clinton Foundation

What does a superstar do when the bathroom line is too long? He pees in a bucket, of course. At least, that's what Justin Bieber recently did at a night club in New York, while unknowingly being filmed. We've all peed in strange places before, but the real offense came afterwards, when Justin sprayed liquid at a photograph of Bill Clinton and shouted, "F--- Bill Clinton!" Justin has since apologized for the incident, but nothing says "I'm sorry" like a brand new tattoo. The Clinton Foundation is all about bettering the world through health, economic, and political programs, so this tat would be a great reminder to try and make a positive difference every day.

+ Love Is Louder

Love Is Louder encourages young people to write "Love Is Louder" on their hand(s), photograph it, and post the photos online along with the caption, "Love Is Louder than (insert words of choice here)." So far, hundreds of thousands of young people have joined the movement to express that Love Is Louder than violence, bullying, and tragedy -- big and small. Although most people write their messages in marker, Justin may as well take it the next level and tat his message on his arm. And if the needle starts to hurt, all he'll have to do is remind himself that Love Is Louder the momentary pain of a pro-social tattoo.

+ Pencils Of Promise

The Biebz is a longtime supporter of Pencils Of Promise, an org that builds schools for children around the world. So far, they've completed 123 schools and are working on many others. Follow the Action Links below to make your permanent mark on the world, and remember, although Justin is quickly becoming a walking piece of artwork, you should put major thought into it before you have anything inked onto your skin --- especially a portrait of a woman who looks eerily similar to your ex-girlfriend...

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Jul 19th 2013, 11:00, by MTV Movies Team

San Diego Comic-Con is only getting started, and we've only begun to bring you the biggest stars from the convention straight to you with our all-day livestream.

Day Two, the casts of "Kick-Ass 2," "The Mortal Instruments," and the highly anticipated "Godzilla" remake will stop by to talk with MTV News' Josh Horowitz and Steven Smith about all of their upcoming projects and why you should be just as excited as the people who camped out over night.

It all starts right here at 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT and continues for the next seven hours, so get comfortable.

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Jul 18th 2013, 22:12, by Alexandra Govere

It's #ThrowbackThursday, and chances are your Instagram feed is full of awkward, adorable, or awkwardly adorable pics of your friends and followers from back in the day. If your fave thing about Thursdays is celebrity throwbacks, we've got 'em for ya! Today: Beyoncé.

Beyoncé's been on the scene since before Justin Bieber was out of diapers. In the almost two decades we've known her, she's gone from Destiny's Child to "Grown Woman," and one half of pop music's first billionaire couple. Her hairdo is ever-changing, but the one thing that's always remained consistent is her voluminous heart. From joining Michelle Obama's health-conscious Let's Move campaign, to her humanitarian-themed "I Was Here" vid (which was just nominated for Best Video With a Social Message at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards), Bey has always used her fame to make a positive impact on the world.

Bey's most recent charitable endeavor, Miss A Meal, encourages people to give the money they spend on food they don't need to the more than 50 million Americans who go hungry every day. You can donate appetizers, salads, soups, and entrees, all for just $1 each. In other words, if you give your extra bucks to Miss A Meal, that expensive sushi dinner may just be the "Best Thing You Never Had." Follow the Action Links below to be more like B'...but never quite as rich.

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Jul 18th 2013, 19:53, by MTV Act

By Rachel Taylor

The hip-hop community is calling for us to come together following the Zimmerman verdict -- not in protests or riots, but in positive civic engagement and love. Wyclef Jean and rapper Prodigy sat down with Sway on yesterday's "RapFix" to discuss Trayvon Martin, the rap industry, and where we go from here.

Wyclef says we have the power to make the change. When asked how celebrities can use their voices positively, the singer said, "You see, the real celebrity is you…you give me the power and you make me famous…so imagine if you took that same energy and decided that you wanted to go change a law in congress." The hip-hop veteran says guns are not the problem; mentality is. "The first thing we need to do," he told Sway, "is huddle as a community and say, 'how can we start showing each other more love?'"

There's been a slow but noticeable shift in hip-hop from glamorizing guns to saying they're not a good look. Twenty years ago Snoop was rapping about gangs and his guns. Today he says "No Guns Allowed," and it's even earned him a VMA nomination for Best Video With A Message.

Prodigy is an example of the shift in the industry. The legendary Mobb Deep rapper was arrested on gun charges in 2003 and 2006 but says now he feels it's his duty to speak on how progress can be made in the rap community and in society as a whole. "People need to learn the law, learn about politics, focus on what's important," Prodigy says. "If we galvanize and put our thoughts together and put our energy into legally trying to make a change…that's where it starts. That's the only way it's going to change."

So where do we go from here? To schools, libraries, and local political meetings. "Start with the man in the mirror," Prodigy says, "If everybody does that we'll be a little step closer to a solution." Check out Wyclef's performance of  "Justice (If you're 17)" below and take action in our widgets below.

+ Watch Wyclef perform "Justice (If you're 17)."

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Jul 18th 2013, 18:10, by Danica Davidson

On July 4, we unveiled our Patriotic Playlist, and Demi Lovato just released a new music video of "Made in the USA" that would have been perf for it. (Maybe next year?) On top of having a patriotic feel, Demi's dedicated the video to troops past and present.

Demi also helped direct the video, which made her even more excited for the premiere. She tweeted:

HERE IT IS!!!!!!!! #MADEINTHEUSAVIDEO!!!!!!http://t.co/nrKoI8cw2q

— demetria lovato (@ddlovato) July 17, 2013

The vid follows the life and work of a male soldier and his sweetheart. It's a happy ending for this soldier in this story, but Demi knows that isn't always the case. Many men and women have given their lives while in the armed forces, so she wanted to honor their sacrifice.

Watch Demi Lovato's Born In The USA.

After hearing some fan reactions, Demi followed up with another tweet:

I dedicate my video to all of the troops, anyone who has passed away over seas and to this INCREDIBLE country that I'm so thankful 4..

— demetria lovato (@ddlovato) July 17, 2013

Quite a few of our fave celebs at MTV Act make a point of honoring the men and women in uniform, which means Demi's far from alone in her sentiments. A few examples? How 'bout Ludacris teaming up with C*A*M*M*O'S Mission One Voice, Kellie Pickler performing for the troops in a USO tour, and John Mayer donating tix proceeds to veterans' health? And let's not forget Katy Perry doing a whole "Part of Me" vid showing the singing star as a soldier. Maybe Demi will appear as a soldier in one of her future vids to specifically honor women in the armed forces?

Whatever the future brings with Demi's music videos, who here thinks this song's going to be a big fave next year for the Fourth of July?

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Jul 18th 2013, 17:35, by Joey Parker

When you think of SeaWorld or other marine parks, you might envision a vibrant place filled with families coming together for a good time, but the reality for the animals you're watching are grim. A new documentary, "Blackfish," (out on July 19) reveals the plight these beautiful creatures face as they work day and night to entertain the world. Olivia Wilde took to Twitter to discuss the film and be a voice for the voiceless.

The 29-year-old Pisces Tweeted, "Only movie I want to go see this week: Blackfish. Watch out, Sea World. We are on to you." "Blackfish" tells the story of one particular killer whale,  Tilikum. As ABC News states, "There have been four deaths involving killer whales in captivity, and Tilikum has been associated with three of them." The film specifically focuses on the death of gifted trainer Dawn Brancheau, who was killed by Tilikum in 2010. The film also explains "that the psychological stress of captivity and being made to perform caused Tilikum (and other cetaceans as well) such stress that severe trauma and aggression is the result."

A normal life for a killer whale in the ocean is traveling around 100 miles a day, where in captivity they are limited, extremely limited. This begins an immense amount of stress within the animal, which causes trauma and aggression. Tilikum lived in an area for 25 years that would be a size comparable to a bathtub for a human. Not only are these killer whales taken away from their family, but they heavily depend on communication -- when put into a captive state it makes it much worse. Killer whales use sonar to communicate so when they try to speak out, it actually just bounces right back off the wall creating sensory deprivation.

SeaWorld has responded to the film, stating "Instead of a fair and balanced treatment of a complex subject, the film is inaccurate and misleading and, regrettably, exploits a tragedy that remains a source of deep pain for Dawn Brancheau's family, friends and colleagues."

David Kirby, author of Death At SeaWorld, refutes all of SeaWorld's complaints in this letter and told NPR, their claims are easily disputable. He also wisely stated, "My book is not against SeaWorld, nor is "Blackfish," per se. The message is against keeping killer whales in captivity, wherever they are held. SeaWorld does do work with animal rescue, conservation, and outreach to local schools, though contributions to science and to the education of park guests are meager, at best. But the public is getting the message that captivity is wrong, and "Blackfish" will really help. Besides, SeaWorld can survive and thrive without live whales and dolphins. Look at the hugely popular Monterrey Aquarium in California: Not a cetacean in sight, by design."

To take action, find out if the film is playing at a theater near you and check out the film's website which lists orgs you can get involved with.

+ Watch the "Blackfish" trailer.

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Jul 18th 2013, 16:51, by Joey Parker

"SUGAR" is a brand new movie featuring Shenae Grimes and Corbin Bleu as homeless youth, trying to survive on the streets of Venice Beach. The film is based on a true story, and the filmmakers are looking for your support to help the over 100 million youth worldwide living on the street.

The film is due out in September with screening in LA and New York, but the film has created a new Indiegogo page to help get the film to more cities. According to their page, "our goals are far more than just pushing the film as an artistic piece. The real power of "SUGAR" is in the social campaign that it will support. We want to raise enough support, money and passion to give away TEN THOUSAND FREE MEALS to homeless youth, while releasing SUGAR as widely as possible, raising awareness for this amazing cause."

On their Indiegogo they have incredible prizes for those who donate. From a follow from Shenae or Corbin, to tickets to the LA premiere, this goal will be reached in no time with these rad prizes!

There are so many young teens out there who need our love, support and patience. Often times it isn't their choice, but rather some other life altering reason forcing them out. Together lets support "SUGAR" and head on over to their Indiegogo page!

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Jul 18th 2013, 15:26, by Danica Davidson

On July 4, we unveiled our Patriotic Playlist, and Demi Lovato just released a new music video of "Made in the USA" that would have been perf for it. (Maybe next year?) On top of having a patriotic feel, Demi's dedicated the video to troops past and present.

Ms. Lovato, who also co-directed this new vid, Tweeted:

HERE IT IS!!!!!!!! #MADEINTHEUSAVIDEO!!!!!!

After getting feedback and thanking fans, Demi Tweeted this:

I dedicate my video to all of the troops, anyone who has passed away over seas and to this INCREDIBLE country that I'm so thankful 4..

The vid follows the life and work of a male soldier and his sweetheart. It's a happy ending for this soldier in this story, but Demi knows that isn't always the case. Many men and women have given their lives while in the armed forces, so she wanted to honor their sacrifice.

Quite a few of our fave celebs at MTV Act make a point of honoring the men and women in uniform, which means Demi's far from alone in her sentiments. A few examples? How 'bout Ludacris teaming up with C*A*M*M*O'S Mission One Voice, Kellie Pickler performing for the troops in a USO tour and John Mayer donating tix proceeds to veterans' health? And let's not forget Katy Perry doing a whole "Part of Me" vid showing the singing star as a soldier. Maybe Demi will appear as a soldier in one of her future vids to specifically honor women in the armed forces?

Whatever the future brings with Demi's music videos, who here thinks this song's going to be a big fave next year for the Fourth of July?

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