The U.S. Consulate General in St. Petersburg has issued an advisory for Americans planning to attend Madonna's MDNA tour stop in the Russian city on Thursday after credible threats of anti-gay violence were received. 

Instead of backing down, Her Madgesty has amped up the visibility and given a middle finger to the city's infamous ban on "gay propaganda." 

So, what jaw-dropping ballsy strategy has Madonna adopted in the face of adversity, violence and government persecution? 

We already have our countdown clocks tick-tocking away to announce the arrival of the hotly anticipated Gaga/Cher collaboration; now it looks like we'll need to ask Siri to set a dual alarm for another HUGE Mother Monster collab after Eminem teased the unlikely pairing with MTV.

Elton John just cannot leave Madonna alone!

In an interview with Molly Meldrum, Elton lets his hair plugs down once again to blast the pop superstar, and this time he doesn't hold back. 

So, what horrible things does Elton have to say about Madge now?

Like "Call Me Maybe," Scissor Sisters' "Let's Have A Kiki" refuses to go anywhere this summer. Whether you heart or hate the kiki, Captain Obvious undeniably breathes new life into the unexpected cult hit with the miraculous mash-up, "Madonna Has A Kiki." 

Fire up the smoke machine, put on your heels and follow the jump to check it out!

Ryan Murphy is working his hiatus tail off releasing deleted Glee scenes this week. We got to finally wrap our eyes around the infamous "box" scene between Klaine (which wasn't what we had imagined but still totally adorable) on Thursday; today we get to check out the deleted "Bridesmaids" scene showcasing the girls on a dress shopping adventure. It might not be deluged with the same high-tide levels of bodily fluids as its big screen namesake, but the cattiness floodgates sureare open!

To capitalize on her American Idol media attention, the Queen Lamb herself has returned to radio with the release of a brand-spank-us new single. Are you feeling triumphant? Follow the jump to listen to new Mariah and let us know if you heart it or hate it in the comments!

Well, a cute kitten sure didn't distract the king of the underworld for long! 

Karl Lagerfeld has unbuttoned his Victorian collar and let his bitchy goiter fly once again. Move over Adele—this time Karl's sass is directed at fashionista and international IT girl, Pippa Middleton. 

So what quote has been added to the "Best of Uncle Karl" collection?

We've been waiting to exhale our bated breath for Whitney Houston's final film, Sparkle, to hit the big screen. Luckily, we only have a few more weeks to try to contain the excitement. 

Want a chance to experience the movie before everyone else? Follow the jump for details on how you can win screening passes to the August 16 premiere in Los Angeles and a copy of the Sparkle soundtrack!

It's time to break out your Cher Twitter - English translators again, Instincters! The Twitter-obsessed gay icon dished on her upcoming new album and duet with Lady Gaga over the weekend. Don't have a Cher Twitter dictionary? Follow the jump and let us translate!

Madonna says that those who broke one of the Commandments by criticizing her intimate Paris show last week were just "pretending to be fans."

Will you have your gay card revoked if you criticize the Mighty M?

Kelly Clarkson loves her some Britney Spears—which she’s proven once before—and we’re thrilled about it!   

Last night, Ms. Clarkson took the stage in Las Vegas and performed a cover of a Britney's hit, "Everytime." (It's the one she wrote about Justin, guys, and it's still too soon to talk about it.)

The ever-humble Kelly, explained, “This song is one of my favorite songs…I actually prefer the other girl’s version better because it just sounds sad, but I’m gonna try and do it."

And do it she did.  Check out Kelly's cover of a ballad that we've shed more than a few tears to (many more than a few—in bars, bedrooms, and cars across America) after the jump!

If there's one thing we've always been able to count on Christina Aguilera for, beyond otherworldly vocals, it's her ability to throw shade.

Britney,Beyonce, Gaga, Pink—they’ve all felt her wrath, which is why her recent reaction to the additions of Britney Spears and Mariah Carey to The X-Factor and American Idol, respectively, has left us more than a little disconcerted.

See what X-Tina has to say in an interview with Extra after the jump.