Mariah Carey and Jermaine Dupri burned the midnight oil while recording for the pop diva’s upcoming album. The insomniacs checked in with their fans at 7 a.m. in a new episode of J.D.’s “Living the Life,” revealing that they have done about five songs for the follow-up to 2009’s Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel.

“The first night we did about three sketches for songs,” said Mariah, who is set to debut new material at the Mawazine festival in Morocco in May.

Mariah also teased J.D. for spending too much time online and the dangers of technology in the studio. Listen up, Lambs.

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After nursing her husband Nick Cannon back to health, Mariah Carey returned to work. The pop diva hit the studio with longtime collaborator Jermaine Dupri last night at Southside Studios in Atlanta. She showed off her curvaceous figure (thanks to Jenny and Dem Babies) while posing in front of the console.

“I said MC they don’t expect you to be camera ready,she said Yes they do LOL!!” tweeted J.D., who shared a couple photos from their session.

The dynamic duo is cooking up new music for Mariah’s upcoming fourteenth album. We hope to hear more classics like “Always Be My Baby” and “We Belong Together.”

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Chelsea Handler is used to asking the questions, but the blonde comedienne was the one in the hot seat on Howard Stern’s SiriusXM show on Monday (Jan. 23). The talk show host got candid when speaking about her relationship with 50 Cent and had some choice words for Mariah Carey.

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BET recognized the achievements of legends in the fields of music, literature, entertainment, media, service, and education at its 5th Annual BET Honors. Mariah Carey, Stevie Wonder, Maya Angelou, and Spike Lee were among the honorees at Saturday’s taping at Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C. The star-studded evening featured musical performances and touching tributes.

L.A. Reid bestowed praise on Mariah Carey before Patti LaBelle left the diva in tears while performing her classic ballad “Hero.” Nick Cannon honored his wife with an emotional speech as he held their son Moroccan (his sister Monroe was backstage feeling camera shy). A grateful Mariah thanked everyone for their love and support as she accepted her award.

With her idol in the front row, Kelly Rowland joined Raekwon for a cover of MC’s ODB-assisted hit “Fantasy.” “I love and respect her so much,” said Kelly. “I have to look at her forehead when I’m singing and not her eyes ’cause I know I’m gonna break out in tears.”

Common, Jennifer Hudson, Aretha Franklin, Queen Latifah, Willow Smith, Jill Scott, and First Lady Michelle Obama were also on hand to salute the honorees. The special will air during Black History Month on February 13.

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After suffering from “mild kidney failure” earlier this week while on holiday vacation, a recovering Nick Cannon checked out of Aspen Valley Hospital in Colorado and arrived in Los Angeles on Wednesday (Jan. 4).

In paparazzi photos, the 31-year-old entertainer is seen boarding a private jet from Aspen en route to L.A. with Mariah Carey. Nick appeared to be in good spirits as he was taken to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in a wheelchair, while his mother and wife greeted friends outside the hospital.

The host of America’s Got Talent updated his fans on his condition, thanking them for their support. “Currently being transfered to a hospital in LA. Thank you all for all your love, prayers and concern. You know me… I will be a’ight,” he tweeted.

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Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon’s holiday vacation was cut short after Nick suffered a “mild kidney failure.”

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No one does Christmas like Mariah Carey. The festive diva and her husband Nick Cannon went all out while celebrating their first Christmas with their eight-month-old twins Monroe and Moroccan aka Dem Babies. Mimi shared photos from their magical holiday with her fans online.

In the candid pics, the loving mom hugs her daughter Roe, Roc rocks red and green for the season, and Nick kicks it on the couch with Santa Claus. The happy family enjoyed a white Christmas in Aspen, where they return each year.

See more pics of Christmas with the Cannons below.

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Jenny, set, go! Mariah Carey wants to help get you in shape for the new year. The pop diva whips her hair back and forth while showing off her post-baby body in a new commercial for weight-loss program Jenny, for which she is the new spokeswoman. A remix of her 1991 hit “Make It Happen” plays in the background as success stories flash across the screen. Let Mariah be your motivation.

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Mariah Carey had a “bleak” moment while vacationing in Aspen for the holidays. During her annual Christmas getaway, the pop diva adventured on a sleigh ride, but some stubborn horses she nicknamed “Scrooge” tried to ruin the festive moment when they wouldn’t budge. After 20 minutes, they finally got going and Mariah and her crew dashed away into the night. Watch the drama unfold in the candid footage.

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