Saturday, August 17, 2013

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PEEKABOO! Kim, Kanye step out in public for the first time with shrouded baby North West — and a $20,000 leather diaper bag

A happy Kim Kardashian surfaced in public for the first time since having her baby, taking the newborn to a doctor appointment with boyfriend Kanye West. read full story »

STOP-AND-FRISK DEBATE RAGES ON WHAT DOES SHE KNOW? Bloomberg blasts judge, saying she knows ‘zero’ about the policy that he claims keeps New Yorkers safe

The mayor fumed on his weekly radio show about Federal Court Judge Shira Scheindlin, saying: 'What does she know about policing? Absolutely zero.'

Philadelphia stop-and-frisk monitor says NYC could use some brotherly love

Philly monitor Joanne Epps JoAnne Epps, who has been Philly's court-appointed monitor for two years, says it's been smooth sailing due to 'good will on both sides.' The city's stops have fallen 15% in the past four years.

Pervy cabbie gets license revoked after asking fare, 'Am I making you horny?'

NR A woman passenger says cab driver Tashfeen Awan, a married dad of three, repeatedly came on to her during her ride.

'They line these animals up like parked cars': Tyson Foods pressured to abandon pig gestation crates

For one month concluding in December 2010, an HSUS investigator worked inside a Virginia factory farm documenting the inhumane treatment of female breeding pigs and piglets. Murphy-Brown is the livestock production subsidiary of Smithfield Foods, Inc., and is the world’s largest pork producer. According to its website, Murphy-Brown owns approximately 888,000 sows and brings a total of 17 million pigs to slaughter annually. The company owns 450 factory farms across 12 states, 275 of which are used for breeding. At the Waverly facility, more than 1,000 sows suffer in gestation crates every day. In January 2007, Smithfield Foods pledged to phase out the use of gestation crates within 10 years, but in June 2009, the company backtracked on its self-imposed timeframe for doing so. "Now that Smithfield just posted its highest-ever quarterly profit, it’s a good time to make a public pledge to honor its previous commitment," stated Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of The HSUS. "The company can no longer claim that economic circumstances don’t allow for facility improvements." Other large pork producers, such as Maxwell Foods, are already gestation crate-free, while Cargill is 50 percent gestation crate-free. This investigation revealed the below findings. Female breeding pigs were crammed inside “gestation crates” so small the animals could barely move for virtually their entire lives. The animals engaged in stereotypic behaviors such as biting the bars of crates, indicating poor well-being in the extreme confinement conditions. Some had bitten their bars so incessantly that blood from their mouths coated the fronts of their crates. The breeding pigs also suffered injuries from sharp crate protrusions and open pressure sores that developed from their unyielding confinement. The investigator never saw a veterinarian at the operation. A barn manager told the investigator to ignore a pig with a basketball-sized abscess on her neck, and then cut the abscess open with an unsterilized razor. Employees jabbed a lame pig’s neck and back with gate rods to force her to move. Three times, the investigator informed employees that a pig was thrown into a dumpster alive. The animal had been shot in the forehead with a captive bolt gun, which is designed to render an animal unconscious, and was thrown in the dumpster still alive and breathing. Employees mishandled piglets and tossed them into carts. Some piglets prematurely born in gestation crates fell through the slats into the manure pits. Nine states have banned the use of the cramped pig cages, and several companies — including McDonald's, Burger King and Costco — are aiming to discontinue their use.

Kansas City sports writer leaves behind website explaining decision to commit suicide — while sparking massive treasure hunt

Martin manley who shot and killed himself. Martin Manley ended his life with a self-inflicted gunshot wound early Thursday morning, but thanks to a website that went live the same day, his motivations for doing so are sure to live on.

Chris Christie to allow medical marijuana for kids

JERSEY SHORE, NJ - JULY 08: New Jersey Governor Chris Christie attends the Hurricane Sandy New Jersey Relief Fund Press Conference at Sayreville Borough Hall on July 8, 2013 in Sayreville, New Jersey. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images) Two days after a father of girl with a rare illness begged Christie to not 'let my daughter die,' the governor said that he would allow sick kids easier access to the drug if lawmakers tweak the bill.

She's back! JLo will return to 'Idol': beau

Elderly New York man, 80, dies in house fire while trying to rescue his dog

Heywood Wald died in the fire at his home in Brooklyn at about 3 a.m. Thursday. The 80-year-old man was attempting to rescue the dog. Heywood Wald died in the fire at his home in Brooklyn at about 3 a.m. and his wife, Marilyn Wald, 71, suffered burns to her left arm, cops said.

Helicopter charter company owner sues dead girlfriend's estate to recover $300,000 in jewelry

A collection of Rolex watches sit on display during the Baselworld watch fair in Basel, Switzerland, on Wednesday, March 23, 2011. As Swiss watch enthusiasts flock to Baselworld this week to ogle items including the $35,900 Omega Ladymatic at the industry's largest fair, the devastation left by Japan's earthquake and tsunami threatens to restrain growth in luxury timepiece sales. Photographer: Simon Dawson/Bloomberg The owner of a helicopter charter company is trying to recover $300,000 in jewelry that he gave to his girlfriend before she died.

David Ortiz, John Lackey and Red Sox fume over A-Rod still playing after 211-game suspension

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Boston’s John Lackey and Tampa Bay’s Evan Longoria both have voiced their objection to A-Rod playing while appealing a 211-game suspension for his role in the Biogenesis scandal.

EXCLUSIVE Lesbian PAC has hardly given any campaign money to Christine Quinn — while LPAC board member works for Bill de Blasio

00037909 A lesbian super PAC called LPAC endorsed Quinn and vowed to support her, but to date they've given only a paltry sums to support her campaign

Gonzalez: Visionary Bill Lynch brought out the best in New York pols

Bill Lynch had made a name for himself masterminding Rev. Jesse Jackson’s upset win among New York City Democrats in the 1988 Democratic presidential primary.

SNITCH HITTER! A-Rod's reps leaked names of Ryan Braun and Yankees teammate Francisco Cervelli to the media as Biogenesis doping scandal unfolded: report

According to a report by CBS' 60 Minutes, Alex Rodriguez's representatives leaked the names of Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun and Yankee catcher Francisco Cervelli to the media as the Biogenesis doping scandal unfolded last winter and spring.

New York City cab driver shot 21 years ago dies from injuries, family wants NYPD to find gunman

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Oluwole Olofin was shot in the head in December 1992 by a customer who refused to pay. Olofin succumbed to his injuries on May 5, and now his family is praying for justice.

GEEK SNEAK: Nude photos stolen by Best Buy worker and circulated online after student dropped off laptop

Nicole March, says that while the Geek Squad was repairing her laptop, it stole nude photos she had taken as personal and private art. University of Alabama student Nicole March, 20, claims that she brought her computer to a Tuscaloosa Best Buy store on Aug. 18, 2011, and a Geek Squad employee raided her private files and then uploaded.

Oscar Pistorius to be indicted for murder of girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on day she would have turned 30

TO GO WITH AFP STORY BY JOHANNES MYBURGH The double-amputee Olympian will go on trial in early 2014, about a year after shooting dead his girlfriend, prosecutors said.

'It felt like the perfect idea': Why one high school student faked her own pregnancy

Gaby Rodriguez wore a fake belly bump to high school for nearly seven months. If you asked her friends and family members, Gaby Rodriguez was going to be a teen mom.

National Security Agency regularly breaks privacy rules: report

MANDATORY CREDIT: GUARDIAN / GLENN GREENWALD / LAURA POITRAS , HANDOUT EDITORIAL USE ONLY/NO SALES HANDOUT EDITORIAL USE ONLY/NO SALES An internal audit and other top-secret documents exposed the thousands of violations since 2008, when Congress granted the agency expanded new powers, Washington Post reported.

Man cleared in New York rape plans to sue after 14 years of wrongful imprisonment

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi A man who served 14 years behind bars for a rape he didn’t commit has finally cleared his name — and now he wants someone to pay.

Kim K. slams Katie Couric: 'I hate fake media friends'

Ex-Yankee fielder Chad Curtis found guilty of touching 3 teenage girls while high school trainer

ALL LOCAL TV OUT; LOCAL TV INTERNET OUT Curtis, 44, who won two World Series with the Yankees, was convicted on six counts of criminal sexual conduct and could face up to 15 years in prison.

Investigators retrieve flight recorders from crashed UPS cargo jet in Alabama

HANDOUT EDITORIAL USE ONLY An initial investigation into the wreckage of the UPS cargo jet that crashed on approach to Birmingham, Alabama's airport has found no evidence of pre-impact fire or engine failure.

Back on the job: Massachusetts state trooper who leaked arrest photos of Boston Marathon bombing suspect returns to patrol

RECROPPED VERSION OF BX601; FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2013 MASSACHUSETTS STATE POLICE PHOTO; AP PROVIDES ACCESS TO THIS PUBLICLY DISTRIBUTED HANDOUT PHOTO PROVIDED BY THE MASSACHUSETTS STATE POLICE. The Massachusetts state trooper who leaked arrest photos of Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev is going back on patrol.

Brown hit with 1,000 hours of labor in probation case

Cop pulls Taser on bike-riding pastor and volunteer firefighter after mistaking friendly wave for flip-off

A pastor making a friendly gesture at police in Indiana wound up being forced to the ground and threatened with a Taser — because they thought he was flipping them off.

Defense Secretary Hagel orders changes in handling military sex assaults — but not enough for Sen. Gillibrand

POOL PHOTO The Pentagon announced new steps Thursday to cut down on the scourge of sexual assault in the military — but critics say the rules don’t go far enough.

BREAKTHROUGH: Scientists successfully grow human heart tissue using stem cells

Model of a human heart Scientists said Tuesday they had used stem cells to grow human heart tissue that contracted spontaneously in a petri dish -- marking progress in the quest to manufacture transplant organs.

Chelsea gay man, who's lived in the area for 20 years, afraid to walk in neighborhood after hateful beating

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi The 53-year-old gay man bashed by six brutes as he walked hand-in-hand with his boyfriend is now afraid to walk through Chelsea — his home of 20 years.

Tulsa changes street name that honored a KKK member

AP PROVIDES ACCESS TO THIS PUBLICLY DISTRIBUTED HANDOUT PHOTO PROVIDED BY THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS TULSA, Okla. — The name Brady that adorns a popular downtown street in Tulsa will remain the same but instead of honoring the city's founder and businessman who was in the Ku Klux Klan it will now celebrate a Civil War photographer who had the same name.

Mom of murdered Pace University student, who died in 2010 drug-related robbery, confronts killer

The tearful mother of a murdered 21-year-old Pace University student railed in court Thursday at the drug dealer who killed him.

Brooklyn man spills beans on Rasputin Supper Club owner's alleged bogus debt settlement firm

Michael Levitis leaves Brooklyn Federal Court following his arraignment of charges he lied to the FBI. A Brooklyn man who worked for an alleged bogus debt settlement firm run by Rasputin Supper Club owner Michael Levitis ratted out the restaurateur while pleading guilty Thursday in a fraud scheme. “I followed instructions from Michael,” Denis Kurlyand, 30, said.

SEE IT Chris Christie in confrontation with concerned dad over medical marijuana whose two-year-old daughter suffers from epilepsy

A campaign visit to Scotch Plains led to a confrontation between Gov. Chris Christie and a local father over the use of medical marijuana for children. The parents of little Vivian Wilson, who’s 2 and a half, wrote a letter earlier this month to the governor, urging him to sign a measure that would make medical marijuana easily accessible to children like their own. A day before he promised a decision on whether to sign legislation making medical marijuana more easily accessible to kids, Gov. Chris Christie got an earful from a father who urged him to sign the bill into law.

New York teen texted terrorism threat to Emirates Airlines at Kennedy Airport, officials say

A 19-year-old man texted terrorism threats to Emirates Airlines’ offices at Kennedy Airport. Port Authority cops locked up Michael Perez, 19, of the Bronx after he allegedly texted a terror threat to Emirates Airlines at Kennedy Airport, officials said Thursday.

Texas state Sen. Wendy Davis dishes to Vogue on escaping poverty, leading filibuster and possibility of running for governor

Pro-choice Texas politician State Sen. Wendy Davis, who became an overnight star after staging an epic 12-hour filibuster to defeat a strict anti-abortion law, told parts of her life story to fashion magazine Vogue.

WATCH Fire on Queensboro Bridge: 60 firefighters rush to battle massive blaze after tractor trailer erupts in flames

SEE THE VIDEO: Heavy smoke was seen billowing from the bridge that connects Queens to Manhattan at 59th street.

SEE IT Baby safely rescued from car after driver leads Georgia police on high-speed chase

Samantha Nicole Barrett, 22, of Marietta, Ga., appeared in court Thursday and asked for a public defender. A high-speed police chase on a dusty Georgia road nearly ended in disaster after officers realized an abducted baby was in the back seat.

Baseball to expand instant replay for 2014 season — but will it make games even longer?

epa01744095 Nationals' pitcher Jordan Zimmermann (L) waits while the umpires discuss what would become a two run home run, as determined by an instant replay, by the Mets' Daniel Murphy during the sixth inning of the game between the Washington Nationals and the New York Mets at Citi Field in Flushing Meadows, New York , USA, on 27 May 2009. EPA/JUSTIN LANE In what commissioner Bud Selig called “a historic day,” Major League Baseball said Thursday it will implement instant replay in the 2014 season on virtually every play other than the strike zone.

Three charged with assault after beating a man who mistakenly photobombed picture

Left to right: Terrell Moore, Lindsye Newton and Bryanna Warren are charged with assult after seriously beating a man who walked into frame as they were taking pictures outside a bar. Watch where you step or you might walk into a photobomb beat down. Three people in Denver face charges for beating a man unconscious after he stepped into frame for one of their photos, authorities said.

Gay Russian TV host fired for coming out on air, but urges against boycott of Sochi Olympic games

A Russian news anchor who was fired after coming out on air spoke out against a boycott of the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia Tuesday evening. Months after he was fired for declaring his homosexuality on a live broadcast, former Russian television host Anton Krasovsky is cautioning against an Olympic boycott.

IS THIS MEGAN? Body found in Staten Island marsh may be missing pregnant woman

The New York City Police Department is asking the public's assistance ascertaining the whereabouts of a female reported missing on Wednesday, August 7, 2013. Details are as follows: Police fear the corpse found in Willowbrook Park are the remains of Megan Marotte, whose family reported her missing on Aug. 7.

Bynes transfers to psychiatric center that treated Britney Spears

Is this woman too sexy for politics? Iranian woman ousted from office over her ‘model’ looks

Nina Siakhali Moradi was disqualified after winning a post on the Qazvincity council—just because she was too pretty. A democratically-elected city council official in Iran has reportedly been barred from taking up office — just because men in power thought she was too beautiful to serve.

THE TRUTH IS IN THERE: Area 51 exists, CIA documents show, but still no mention of aliens or UFOs

Map of federal lands in southern Nevada, including:     Nellis Air Force Base     Area 51     Tonopah Test Range     Yucca Mountain     Mercury     Nevada Test Site     Nellis Air Force Range     Desert National Wildlife Range Documents obtained by George Washington University’s National Security Archive confirm what conspiracy theorists and UFO fanatics have long argued: the facility known as Area 51 exists.

SEE IT: Stone, Vergara strip down for steamy threesome

Bette Midler gets in trouble for donating to Gabby Giffords' gun PAC

Bette Midler committed ‘an accounting mistake’ when her nonprofit organization donated money to former congresswoman Gabby Giffords’ Americans for Responsible Solutions. Bette Midler has landed in hot water for money she gave the Gabby Giffords' gun control PAC, since the actress' gift came from a private foundation that is barred from donating to political or lobbying groups.

Power company National Grid fined $25,000 for ethics violations

The sun is reflected in the windows of the National Grid office where Cape Wind Associates and National Grid announced a power purchase agreement between the two companies on Friday, May 7, 2010 in Waltham, Mass. The Obama administration approved the 130-turbine Cape Wind project in Nantucket, which faces legal challenges from several groups who oppose the project. National Grid was found to have improperly provided about $7,000 worth of gifts to two state DPS employees between 2002 and 2010.

Woman dead after Disney World bus collides with car: report

At least one person has died in a crash involving a Disney's Magical Express bus and another vehicle near Epcot on Friday afternoon, according to Florida Highway Patrol. A Disney Magical Express bus crashed into a car on Walt Disney World property, leaving one person dead, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The accident happened on Epcot Center Drive around 3 p.m. when the bus rammed into the rear of the passenger vehicle, the Orlando Sentinel reports.

City freezes $1.4 million in funds to Metropolitan Council on Jewish Poverty

Exported.; The action comes as one of New York’s once-most-respected charities comes under scrutiny because of ‘financial irregularities’ that led to the ouster of the Met’s head, William Rapfogel, an ally of Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver.

Homeless couple shot by police during California raid awarded $4 million

Angel Mendez (r.) and his wife, Jennifer (l.), were shot during a raid in their makeshift home. A homeless couple shot by police during a raid in their southern California makeshift home was awarded more than $4 million this week.

SEE IT: Teens hitch ride on back of big rig traveling on highway

Two Boston area teens hitched a ride on this truck, which was traveling at approximately 45 mph. Shocked motorists captured frightening videos of two teenagers riding on the back of a truck as it cruised down a highway at speeds up to 45 mph.

Chris Christie takes aim at fellow Republican Gov. Bobby Jindal

MAGS OUT, NO SALES, ONLINE OUT, TV OUT, FOREIGN OUT The outspoken Jersey pol took aim at Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal after the Southerner said Republicans needed to stop being the “stupid party.”

Mountain Lion visits Arizona home, fatally shot by cops as it flees

An adolescent mountain lion was spotted in the backyard of an Arizona home. Cops killed the animal as it fled back into the hills. An Arizona family sitting down for dinner had an unexpected guest from the wild — an adolescent mountain lion.

Zara co-founder Rosalia Mera, Spain's richest woman, dead at 69

Rosalia Mera, a seamstress who started Zara and became the richest woman in Spain, has died at the age of 69. Rosalia Mera was a seamstress who co-founded a clothing store in northwestern Spain that grew into Zara, one of the world's largest retail chains.

Caretaker dumps mentally disabled woman at hospital, steals social security checks

Unable to speak, Edith Allen’s identity remained a mystery for three years. The mentally disabled woman’s former caretaker has been charged with stealing her identity and using her social security checks. In 2010, a mentally disabled woman was unceremoniously dumped at an Alabama hospital, wearing an adult diaper and a hospital gown. Unable to communicate her identity, she racked up $200,000 in medical bills while the one person responsible for her well being cashed in on her social security checks.

VIDEO: Bear breaks into home, goes to sleep on porch

The MacDonoughs of Naples, Fla., got a visit from a black bear, which broke through a screen door and went to sleep in their lanai. A 7-year-old and his babysitter had the life frightened out of them when he discovered a black bear asleep in the family's porch.

'El unico candidito'? Bilingual flyer flub refers to Christine Quinn as a male in Spanish version

Dominican Day Parade going up 6 th Ave. Midtown Manhattan. Christine Quinn working the crowd. Sunday Aug.11, 2013. In English, the flyer says ‘When it comes to fighting for tenants, there's one candidate who stands out from the guys,’ but in Spanish she’s called ‘el unico candidito’ which is a male candidate.

Armenian mobster pleads guilty to fraud and gets 10 years of hard time

Robert Terdjanian is led in handcuffs from FBI headquarters, Wednesday, Oct, 13, 2010, in New York. Dozens of people on both coasts have been charged by Manhattan prosecutors in a $100 million Medicare fraud scheme. FBI agents arrested several of the suspects Wednesday in New York City and Los Angeles. Authorities say some have links to Armenian organized crime. (AP Photo/ Louis Lanzano) Robert Terdjanian was sentenced in Manhattan Federal Court for his role in multiple schemes, including Medicare fraud that scammed taxpayers out of $35 million.

Rockefeller wannabe gets 27 years to life in prison for California murder

Defendant Christian Gerhartsreiter speaks at Los Angeles Superior Court on August 15, 2013. Christian Gerhartsreiter, who masqueraded across the U.S. as an heir to the fabled Rockefeller fortune, a movie producer and a wizard of Wall Street, was sentenced Thursday to 27 years to life in prison.

Ireland Baldwin: 'I never really thought of myself as a pretty girl'

'Spider-Man' cast will perform Friday after dancer was injured

Friday night’s performance of ‘Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark’ will go on as scheduled after a dancer was injured and the show was canceled on Thursday night. The Thursday show was interrupted near the start of its second act when dancer Daniel Curry's right ankle became trapped in a hydraulic stage lift inside the Foxwoods Theater.

Calif. grapple with inmate illness as hunger strike continues

NR As the hunger strike enters its 40th day on Friday, dozens of inmates have been sent to hospitals or prison infirmaries, and officials are bracing for more.
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Phillies fire manager Manuel, promote Sandberg

Philadelphia Phillies manager Charlie Manuel speaks to reporters at Yankee Stadium during "workout day" before the 2009 Major League Baseball World Series between the New York Yankees and the Phillies in New York October 27, 2009. Game 1 of the World Series is scheduled for October 28 at Yankee Stadium. REUTERS/Ray Stubblebine (UNITED STATES SPORT BASEBALL) Charlie Manuel has been fired as manager of the Philadelphia Phillies, with his team out of the pennant race and in a tailspin since the All-Star break. Manuel was replaced by Hall of Famer and former Cubs second baseman Ryne Sandberg, the Phillies’ third base coach.

Raissman: Arlo White is ready for the big League

Manchester City's Jack Rodwell (L) shoots to score against Norwich City during their English Premier League soccer match in Manchester, northern England May 19, 2013. REUTERS/Nigel Roddis (BRITAIN - Tags: SPORT SOCCER) NO USE WITH UNAUTHORIZED AUDIO, VIDEO, DATA, FIXTURE LISTS, CLUB/LEAGUE LOGOS OR "LIVE" SERVICES. ONLINE IN-MATCH USE LIMITED TO 45 IMAGES, NO VIDEO EMULATION. NO USE IN BETTING, GAMES OR SINGLE CLUB/LEAGUE/PLAYER PUBLICATIONS. FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY. NOT FOR SALE FOR MARKETING OR ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS Arlo White continued talking to Rafa Marquez, then looked at a desk where a few muted cell phones rested. This was over two years ago in Philadelphia when NBC Sports' MLS crew was interviewing the Mexican star, then with the Red Bulls.

Bombers can’t see A-Rod's Bronx betrayal

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi The “60 Minutes” report that A-Rod’s representatives leaked the names of Ryan Braun and Francisco Cervelli to the media, implicating them in the Biogenesis scandal, was the latest in a long line of stories about the embattled third baseman.

A League of Their Own: Man U looks to keep dominating Premiership

RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. NO USE WITH UNAUTHORIZED AUDIO, VIDEO, DATA, FIXTURE LISTS, CLUB/LEAGUE LOGOS OR ?LIVE? SERVICES. ONLINE IN-MATCH USE LIMITED TO 45 IMAGES, NO VIDEO EMULATION. NO USE IN BETTING, GAMES OR SINGLE CLUB/LEAGUE/PLAYER PUBLICATIONS. Whether you know the last 10 Premier League champions by heart or are just jumping on the “footy” bandwagon, it’s never been a better time to follow British soccer in the U.S. NBC is making sure of that, thanks to unprecedented coverage.
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Oprah apologizes for store racism media frenzy: I’m sorry ‘it got blown up’

-CHE Though Winfrey was the one slighted by a sales woman while shopping in Switzerland, the media mogul is apologizing after what she called an incident of racial profiling.

Kendrick Lamar slams fellow rappers on Big Sean's 'Control'

Kendrick Lamar called out some of hip-hop’s top acts with his verse on fellow rapper Big Sean’s ‘Control,’ claiming that rap is all about competing with colleagues. The 26-year-old rapper's verse on Big Sean's single "Control," which was released Tuesday, reminded fellow lyricists what the true nature of hip-hop is … competition.

Former 'Bachelor' contestant Gia Allemand dies in suicide by hanging

TABLOIDS OUT; NO BOOK PUBLISHING WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL. NO ARCHIVE. NO RESALE. Gia Allemand, who grew up in Queens, N.Y., and experienced televised heartbreak on “The Bachelor,” died Wednesday — two days after her boyfriend found her hanging in her New Orleans home.

ESPN sacks Hugh Douglas after he threatens, hurls slur at co-host

(l.) Hugh Douglas got into a fight with his ESPN "Numbers Don't Lie" co-host Michael Smith during a party thrown by the National Association of Black Journalists at the House of Blues in Orland, Florida.  After conducting its own investigation of Hugh Douglas’ apparent meltdown at an Orlando, Fla. nightclub, ESPN fired him on Tuesday.

GEEK ALERT! Maxim model drops in to NYC comic book store

'We need jetties and a seawall boardwalk': After Sandy, Rockaway residents fear beach restoration could be futile

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi By next summer, the beaches in the Rockaways will have as much sand as they did in the 1970s, but it remains to be seen how long they will stay that way.

WOW Man tries to access Michelle Obama’s bank account, claims she adopted him

Johnnie Gooden Jr. walked into a Chase Bank in Bryan, Texas, claiming to be the newly adopted son of Michelle Obama and demanding access to her account. A Texas man has been arrested after claiming to be the newly adopted son of first lady Michelle Obama and asking a bank teller to give him access to her account. Police were called to Chase Bank in Bryan, Texas, to reports of a suspicious customer, who was “attempting to access and account under Michelle Obama.”

Church says it's sorry for abuse at dormitory school in Canada.

Archive photos of Canadian students at the Cecilia Jeffrey Indian Residential School in Kenora, Ontario. At a memorial service this week, the Presbyterian Church of Canada specifically apologized to the surviving students of an infamous dormitory school for aboriginal children.

Beginning at $60,000, Maxwell Place developments on Hoboken's waterfront good to last drop

Want to supersize your condo? It’s as easy as crossing the Hudson and looking up.

Romanian princess arrested by federal agents on cockfighting charges

EDITORIAL USE ONLY Romanian princess and her husband, a former sheriff’s deputy, are apparently among several people federal agents arrested in Eastern Oregon on Thursday in connection with an alleged cockfighting ring.

13 dead, maybe more, after Phillipines ferry crash

Thirteen people were killed and several injured after a ferry collided with a cargo vessel off Cebu Island. Thirteen people died and 690 were rescued after a ferry sank following a collision with a cargo vessel in the central Philippines, a coastguard commander said.

Conspirator in high-dollar poker ring pleads guilty, set to take plea deal

Exported.; William Barbalat, 42, copped in Manhattan federal court to hosting illegal poker games in his apartment and wiring cash to winning players out of state.

Two cops wounded, suspect killed in New Jersey gunfight: authorities

Two police officers were shot and wounded on Thursday morning in Trenton, New Jersey and the suspected shooter is dead. The incident happened shortly before 9:00 a.m. in the area of 59 Hobart Avenue. Two officers were wounded and a suspected gunman was dead during a gunfight at a New Jersey home on Wednesday, authorities said.

Is Beyonce's pixie cut already dust? Singer debuts longer, blonde bob

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Fourth puppy stolen in California ‘dognapping’ found in cardboard box - two more still missing

The puppies’ owner, Ryan Fingerle, said she their mother is “very happy and now in a calm state of mind.” A 6-week-old puppy returned to his California home after he and his five siblings were stolen from his owner’s car parked in an animal hospital parking lot last week.

Obama rodeo clown invited to perform in Texas

AP PROVIDES ACCESS TO THIS PUBLICLY DISTRIBUTED UNDATED HANDOUT PHOTO PROVIDED BY JAMESON HSIEH FOR EDITORIAL PURPOSES ONLY. A rodeo clown who caused controversy by wearing a mask of President Obama has been invited to perform in Texas by lawmaker Steve Stockman. The unidentified clown wore the mask at the Missouri State Fair on Saturday along with an upside down broom attached to his backside.

Man goes to veterinarian, loses 3 toes

MR A man had to have three toes amputated after being treated by a 78-year-old Colorado veterinarian with no license to practice medicine on humans, police said on Thursday.

Freedom from Religion Foundation joins 'Messiah' baby-name fight

AP PROVIDES ACCESS TO THIS PUBLICLY DISTRIBUTED UNDATED HANDOUT PHOTO PROVIDED BY HEIDI WIGDAHL OF WBIR FOR EDITORIAL PURPOSES ONLY A not-for-profit organization that supports the separation of church and state wants an investigation into a Tennessee magistrate for ordering a baby's name be changed from Messiah to Martin. The Freedom from Religion Foundation says it also wants possible "discipline" for Judge Lu Ann Ballew, who it said in a news release, showed religious favoritism by ordering the name change, stating that only Jesus Christ had earned the title.
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SACRIFICE: Fearless pooch loses his eye after saving little girl from a venomous snake

A four-year-old pup named Psycho will lose his left eye after jumping in between a venomous rattlesnake and two little girls. When Psycho spotted a rattlesnake aiming for Martha Rodriguez’ granddaughter, the fuzzy white dog lived up to his nature by doing the absolutely crazy thing. He jumped in between.

Schools modeled after P-TECH — mentioned by Obama in State of the Union — set to open in three NYC locations in 2014

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi P-TECH, launched in 2011, has a six-year program in which students start in ninth grade and stay until they've earned an associate's degree.

THE BIG C-ON: Crooked doctor gave chemotherapy to healthy patients, lied to them about having cancer, in $35 million scam

Dr. Farid Fata is accused of intentionally misdiagnosing cancer patients to scam Medicare. A federal judge set his bond at $9 million for the $35 million scam. An oncologist accused of intentionally misdiagnosing cancer patients to scam Medicare in Detroit had his bond set at $9 million by a federal judge.

How spoons can help prevent forced marriages

NR A simple kitchen utensil could save a number of teenagers from being married off against their will. Karma Nirvana, a UK-based charity that supports victims and survivors of forced marriages and honor-based abuse, advises those who call their hotline, often frightened young girls, to put a spoon in their underwear, AFP reported.
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Hemsworth breaks through as lust action hero

“Hunger Games” hunk Liam Hemsworth just had a crash course in how to be a leading man in an action movie. Lucky for him, he learned from some of the best.

Ethan Hawke on Uma Thurman marriage: 'I had no business taking vows'

Actor Ethan Hawke (R) looks on as he speaks to journalists about his new film "Before Midnight", shot on location in Greece's Peloponnese region, during a press conference in Athens on June 12, 2013. AFP PHOTO / LOUISA GOULIAMAKI (Photo credit should read LOUISA GOULIAMAKI/AFP/Getty Images) Ethan Hawke and Uma Thurman were a Hollywood power couple 15 years ago, but Hawke now regrets marrying at a young age. The actor, now 42, spoke to the September issue of Elle magazine about his relationship, noting that he hoped marriage would stabilize his life.

Mary-Kate Olsen bonds with boyfriend's daughter

Mary-Kate Olsen could have used a high pair of heels. The 27-year-old famous twin was spotted out and about in New York City bonding with her 44-year-old businessman beau Olivier Sarkozy's daughter Thursday.

Gia Allemand's mother speaks out after 'Bachelor' star's death

Gia Allemand attends the Farm Sanctuary 25th Anniversary Gala at Cipriani Wall Street on May 14, 2011 in New York City. (Photo by Steven A Henry/WireImage) Donna Micheletti, the mother of late "Bachelor" star Gia Allemand, broke her silence about her daughter's death on Friday. "The family and close friends of Gia Allemand have not spoken to the media to date, nor have they posted comments or insight on Twitter," she told E!

EXCLUSIVE: Owen Wilson finds love on the lower East Side

Owen Wilson, who will reprise the role of Hansel in the recently announced “Zoolander 2,” hit the town Monday night and found love on the lower East Side.

Spike Lee hits $1.25M Kickstarter goal to fund next movie

Spike Lee hit his goal on the website Kickstarter to fund his next movie. Spike Lee apparently did the right thing to finance his next movie. The 56-year-old “Crooklyn” director reached his $1.25 million goal on Kickstarter to fund his next project, four days ahead of his deadline.

Robin Thicke files lawsuit over 'Blurred Lines'

JULY 30, 2013 FILE PHOTO. 07301314357, 10038812, 32 Robin Thicke is asking a federal judge to determine his song “Blurred Lines” doesn’t copy from elements of two other songs.

Hilaria Baldwin shows off baby bumps

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'That 70's Show' actress Lisa Robin Kelly's autopsy scheduled for Saturday

An autopsy that could provide answers in the mysterious death of TV actress Lisa Robin Kelly at a rehab facility has been scheduled for Saturday, the Los Angeles County coroner’s office told the Daily News.

SEE IT: 'The Hunger Games: Catching Fire' cast in costume

Hunger Games:Catching Fire Check out a first look of Jennifer Lawrence and the rest of the "Hunger Games" cast in "Capitol" costume.

Evangelist apologizes for using image from 'Modern Family' ' for e-book

Bible thumping evanglist Doug Sehorne used a picture from ‘Modern Family’ for his ebook, ‘Bible Principles of Child Discipline.’ It’s a gaffe of biblical proportions. Fundamentalist evangelist Doug Sehorne, known for his fire and brimstone preachings against homosexuality, used a picture of the TV family from the decidedly gay-friendly sitcom, “Modern Family,” on the cover of his e-book, “Bible Principles of Child Discipline.”

NYC hotel boots 'Duck Dynasty' star, thinking he’s homeless

Duck Dynasty star Jase Robertson fell victim to some facial profiling. The famed family from the A&E hit show stopped by "Live! With Kelly and Michael Wednesday to dish details on their reality series and their time spent in New York City this week while promoting its fourth season.

'Girls' star Adam Driver featured in Gap ads, Vogue

Adam Driver, better known as Adam Sackler on “Girls,” wears navy pieces from Gap’s fall 2013 collection for the “Back to Blue” ad campaign. Adam Driver (a.k.a Adam Sackler) isn't letting the girls of "Girls" have all the modeling fun. The 29-year-old actor, who plays the oddball love interest of Lena Dunham's Hannah, dons classic denim in Gap's new “Back to Blue” ad campaign.

Bronx bombshell: Meet Hannah Davis, Derek Jeter's main squeeze

The name Hannah Davis is suddenly on everyone’s lips after the Sports Illustrated swimsuit model was spotted leaving a Manhattan Starbucks with Yanks shortstop Derek Jeter on Wednesday — sporting sparkle on her ring finger.

Soda drinking tied to violent behavior in kids: study

MR Children who drink soda tend to score slightly higher on scales that measure aggressive behavior than kids who don't drink the carbonated beverages, according to a new study. The study's lead author cautioned, however, that the increase may not be noticeable for individual children and the researchers can't prove soda caused the bad behaviors.

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Camping tent fits in a pair of sneakers

Feature Rates Apply Campers struggling to carry equipment can now sleep easy —by simply pulling a tent attached to a pair of shoes over their head.

Chanel campaign shot by Karl Lagerfeld unveiled

Karl Lagerfeld directed and shot Chanel's Fall-Winter 2013-2014 campaign. On Thursday, August 15, the luxury brand released the first photograph from its Fall-Winter 2013-2014 campaign, shot by its creative director, Karl Lagerfeld. The iconic designer must have taken off his famous sunglasses and picked up the camera, at least for long enough to photograph a campaign. The images shot by Karl Lagerfeld will provide a first look into the styles of Chanel's Fall-Winter 2013-2014 collection.

YouTube star Michelle Phan launches her own line of makeup

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 08: Michelle Phan attends Fashion's Night Out at Sephora on September 8, 2011 in New York City. (Photo by Robin Marchant/Getty Images for Sephora) The 26-year-old shot to fame thanks to her beloved makeup tutorial videos.

Oprah Winfrey admits smoking marijuana in 1982: 'I hear it's gotten better'

For editorial use only. Additional clearance required for commercial or promotional use. Contact your local office for assistance. Any commercial or promotional use of NBCUniversal content requires NBCUniversal's prior written consent. Media mogul Oprah Winfrey stopped by "Watch What Happens Live" on Bravo to promote her work in the Lee Daniels film "The Butler," and she may have gotten more questions than she bargained for.

John Mellencamp's teen sons charged with felony battery

John Mellencamp's two teenage sons face felony battery charges in connection with a July altercation.

Kanye West gets booed at Dodgers-Mets game

'You are now watching the throne, don't let me get in my zone:' The LA Dodgers post a Twitter photo of Kanye West at the game oon August 14, 2013. The new papa was showered with boos when he appeared on the jumbotron.

Pepsi-flavored Cheetos on sale in Japan

Pepsi-flavored Cheetos are the latest snack food mashup to hit Japan, combining the soft drink and chip brands. The junk food mashup by Frito-Lay is the newest combo to hit shelves in Japan.

'That '70s Show' actress dead at 43

Lisa Robin Kelly, an actress best known for her long-running role on "That '70s Show," died at the age of 43 on Wednesday.

SEE IT 'Bachelor' star Gia Allemand's last photos

Allemand's friends said they knew the brunette beauty fought to overcome demons.

Gia Allemand's funeral to be held next week

TABLOIDS OUT; NO BOOK PUBLISHING WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL. NO ARCHIVE. NO RESALE. The former 'Bachelor' star, who died of an apparent suicide, will be laid to rest in her Queens, NY hometown.

Gia Allemand and the reality of reality TV

BACHELOR PAD - "Bachelor Pad," the exciting new competitive reality series from the producers of "The Bachelor" and "The Bachelorette," premieres MONDAY, AUGUST 9 (8:00-10:00 p.m., ET), on ABC. (Photo by Kevin Foley/ABC via Getty Images) GIA ALLEMAND Allemand's death provides a tragic reminder that the seductive lure of reality TV includes no provision for happiness.

Kutcher: A staff member runs my fantasy football team

Ashton Kutcher reveals he has a staff member assigned to helping run his fantasy football team on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live.’ The “Jobs” star admitted to the fantasy equivalent of using performance enhancers.

'Free Willy' actor August Schellenberg dead at 77

August Schellenberg, who was nominated for an Emmy for portraying Sitting Bull in HBO’s ‘Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee’ mini-series, died Thursday at the age of 77. Actor who carved a niche portraying Native Americans on the big and small screens died of cancer.

Chris Brown gets off in hit-and-run case

-ALLCOUNTRY A Los Angeles judge dismissed the misdemeanor rap against the "Run It" singer Thursday -- against the objections of prosecutors, sources told the Daily News.

'Sensitive sociopath' Hannah McCoy returns to 'Dexter'

WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA - AUGUST 14: Actress Yvonne Strahovski arrives at the 13th Annual InStyle Summer Soiree at Mondrian Los Angeles on August 14, 2013 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic) Yvonne Strahovski’s character on “Dexter” would literally kill to be in a perfect relationship.

Giffords’ PAC returns donation from Bette Midler

Bette Midler poses for a photo as she arrives at Bette Midler's New York Restoration Project 12th Annual Spring Picnic at Gracie Mansion in Manhattan, Ny. Thursday, May 30, 2013. The project was started in 1995, and is devoted to restoring, revitalizing, and developing, underserved parks, community gardens, and other open spaces in New York City.(Photo by Barry Williams / for New York Daily News) Midler’s foundation gave $10,000 to help back gun-control candidates.

Seth MacFarlane dating 'Pitch Perfect' actress Alexis Knapp

LOS ANGELES, CA - AUGUST 13: Actress Alexis Knapp attends the premiere of "Jobs" at Regal Cinemas L.A. Live on August 13, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic) Seth MacFarlane has a new gal pal, according to E! News.

REVIEW 'Jobs' is unassuming and surprising...

(FSC:GK) Like the man it’s about, “Jobs” is thin, but appearances are deceiving.

REVIEW ... while 'Kick-Ass 2' disappoints

Jim Carrey as Colonel Stars and Stripes and Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Kick-Ass in “Kick-Ass 2” Since “Kick-Ass 2” is the final superhero movie of the summer, a sigh of relief should be savored.

REVIEW ‘Paranoia’ fizzles despite Gary Oldman, Harrison Ford

Amber Heard and Liam Hemsworth ‘Paranoia’ “This isn’t my fault,” Liam Hemsworth’s character says to us in the opening moments of “Paranoia.” Okay, then whom do we blame?

REVIEW ‘Austenland’ lacks sense or sensibility

Bret McKenzie and Keri Russell in ‘Austenland’ The missed opportunities in “Austenland” are more numerous than dowry-less sourpusses at a ball in a Jane Austen novel.

Iranian actress stars in 'The Patience Stone'

Golshifteh Farahani and Hamid Djavadan in Atiq Rahimi’s “The Patience Stone" Actress Golshifteh Farahani never wanted to get involved in politics.

REVIEW ‘Inch’allah’ falters on Middle Eastern affairs

Evelyne Brochu in ‘Inch’Allah’ This Quebecois production stars beautiful Évelyne Brochu as a pair of wide Western eyes for a context-free look at Middle Eastern affairs.

In the Now: Take H&M home; get ready for Harlem Fest

H&M Home is launching a fall 2013 campaign for the U.S. If you like the way you look in H&M, you’re likely to feel the same way soon about your apartment.

video Would you like some curry in your beer?

Big aLICe Brewing co-founders Kyle Hurst and Robby Crafton toast in their newly opened tap room in Long Island City. Long Island City’s Big Alice Brewery shows off some unusual brews.

REVIEWS ‘This Is Martin Bonner,’ ‘Cutie and the Boxer,’ 'Drew: The Man Behind the Poster'

Ushio Shinohara makes powerful art in ‘Cutie and the Boxer.’ Flaws mar story of prison mentor's midlife crisis starring Paul Eenhoorn; Manhattan art duo's quirky charm lifts documentary.

photo Gwyneth Paltrow shows off toned bikini bod in Twitpic

'Sexy lady in Stella swimwear! Summer never stop! x Stella' Stella McCartney posts a Instagram photo of Gwyneth Paltrow jumping in one of McCartney's bikinis on August 14, 2013. Check out the hottest, funniest and cutest celebrity Twitter pics.

D-Pryde: Straight outta Filipino-Spanish roots

D-Pryde says Asian hip-hoppers better be prepared to prove themselves. Everything about rapper D-Pryde falls between worlds. He’s from Canada, but now lives in New York. He loves to rap, but also to sing. And he has as deep a dedication to pop as to hip hop.

Shows on other NY stages

Avi Hoffman presents the third show in his autobiographical trilogy, “Still Jewish After All These Years.” Check out Frances Sternhagen, Lucy Thurber and Avi Hoffman.

photos WWE wrestler Darren Young comes out

WWE NXT : The Usos challenge Darren Young & JTG to a match Take a look at celebrities' coming out parties.

REVIEW ‘Soul Doctor' conveys history but comes up flat

Eric Anderson as Shlomo in ‘Soul Doctor’ Kvetching, kvelling, klapping. There’s plenty of all of that going down in Broadway’s affectionate but superficial new singing biography, “Soul Doctor.”

Online-only equal traditional TV, says 'Husbands' producer

Husbands -- Image HUS01_POSTER_HR -- Pictured (L-R): Sean Hemeon as Brady and Brad Bell as Cheeks -- Photo: Jordan Nuttall/The CW -- © 2013 The CW Network, LLC. All rights reserved. At least one director of a successful web-only series is saying there is “no distinction” any more between shows produced for traditional TV and shows distributed only online.

Fresh-faced Lilo stuns in post-rehab selfie

Lindsay Lohan stuns in a new set of selfies. The 27-year-old starlet, who recently finished her 90-day stint in rehab, took to Instagram this week to post two snap shots of herself look incredibly healthy and happy.

John Mellencamp's sons charged with felony battery

NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 03: John Mellencamp attends Meet the Creators at Apple Store Soho on June 3, 2013 in New York City. (Photo by Jim Spellman/WireImage) John Mellencamp's two teenage sons face felony battery charges in connection with a July altercation.

‘Duck Dynasty’ scores big for A&E

Phil Robertson in A&E's 'Duck Dynasty' returning for season 4 August 14 at 10PM ET/PT. Season opener draws 11.8 million viewers — making it the most-watched nonfiction show in TV history.

Oprah in a giving mood on 'Kimmel'

Oprah Winfrey gives away a car to an audience member on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' on August 15, 2013. She was there to promote “Lee Daniels' the Butler,” but Oprah suddenly had the urge to give away a free car.

Jennifer Aniston glows in floral frock after dismissing pregnancy rumors

Jennifer Aniston flaunted her flower power! The 44-year-old actress turned heads in a floral frock at the London premiere of "We're the Millers” Wednesday.

Punky's pregnant! Soleil Moon Frye expecting third child

Frye, 37, and her film and television producer husband Jason Goldberg have desired another child for some time now. The former "Punky Brewster" star already has two daughters with husband Jason Goldberg.

Bride puts disastrous wedding cake on eBay

The bride got back at the baker behind this uneven wedding cake, which looks nothing like the cake she ordered. A disgruntled bride in the UK is getting back at a baker for the cake for her special day.

Laura Prepon leaving 'Orange Is the New Black'

Orange is the New Black - Episode 102 - Prod Still 22 The actress is moving on from the popular Netflix series.

Miguel arrested on DUI charges in L.A.

Miguel, shown attending the Teen Choice Awards on Sunday, reportedly failed field sobriety and Breathalyzer tests. The 27-year-old singer was arrested early Thursday morning for driving drunk.

REVIEW 'Kick-Ass 2' lacks kick

Jim Carrey as Colonel Stars and Stripes and Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Kick-Ass in “Kick-Ass 2” Amped-up dreamscape of violence sends summer's superhero season out on a super-juvenile note.

Simmons pulls Harriet Tubman 'sex tape' from YouTube

LOS ANGELES, CA - AUGUST 12: Russell Simmons attends LEE DANIELS' THE BUTLER Los Angeles premiere, hosted by TWC, Budweiser and FIJI Water, Purity Vodka and Stack Wines, held at Regal Cinemas L.A. Live on August 12, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Mike Windle/Getty Images for TWC) The Def Jam boss took down the video, a parody "sex tape" of the abolitionist icon Harriet Tubman.

Cocktails that pack a punch for National Rum Day

The Lavender & Bergamot cocktail at Atrium Dumbo is made with a hint of lavender syrup for a palpable floral flavor. You don’t have to be at a tiki bar to enjoy a rum-filled sip.

‘Paranoia,’ movie review

Amber Heard and Liam Hemsworth ‘Paranoia’ “This isn’t my fault,” Liam Hemsworth’s character says to us in the opening moments of “Paranoia.” Okay, then whom do we blame?

When the Beatles rocked Shea

The Beatles at Shea Stadium Nearly 50 years ago, the Beatles took the stage at Shea Stadium to a crowd of 55,000 screaming fans.

More coffee linked to higher mortality rate: study

NR If you're under 55, you might want to re-think that fourth, fifth or sixth cup of Joe: A new study holds troubling news for younger coffee lovers.

Nobel prize-winning author Eugene O'Neill's underwear for sale

New York Daily News They can be purchased at a bookshop in the Berkshires.

Artists preserve baby bumps as works of art

Pregnancy is a special time in a woman's life, and some mothers-to-be opt to commemorate that period with a unique sculpture.

Lindsay Lohan to guest star on 'Eastbound & Down'

NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 09: Lindsay Lohan departs the Ed Sullivan Theater after visiting "Late Show With David Letterman" on April 9, 2013 in New York City. (Photo by Rob Kim/Getty Images) Lindsay Lohan is heading back to work after her successful 90-day stint in rehab. The 27-year-old actress has landed a role on the upcoming season of HBO comedy series "Eastbound & Down."

photos Gia Allemand dead at 29

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Grandparents, grandkids boost each other's well-being: study

A new study probes the lasting impact of healthy relations between grandparents and their grandchildren. A study announced this week finds that both grandparents and adult grandchildren play key roles in the mental well-being of both.

Friends mystified by 'Bachelor' star's suicide

TABLOIDS OUT; NO BOOK PUBLISHING WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL. NO ARCHIVE. NO RESALE. Gia Allemand died Wednesday, two days after her boyfriend found her hanging in her New Orleans home.

Prince joins Twitter, tweets preview of new song 'Groovy Potential'

The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer previously denounced the internet, but clearly changed his mind on Tuesday, taking over his band’s account @3RDEYEGIRL. The singer has taken over the Twitter account of his female backing band.

Supermodels strip down for 50th Pirelli calendar

From left to right: Models Alessandra Ambrosio, Helena Christensen, Karolina Kurkova, Alek Wek, Miranda Kerr and Isabeli Fontana. Fashion’s finest models and shutterbugs gathered for a super-sexy photoshoot to honor the upcoming 50th anniversary launch of the esteemed Pirelli Calendar.

Teresa Giudice and husband Joe plead not guilty in tax case

Reality TV star Teresa Giudice and her hot-tempered hubby returned to court Wednesday and pleaded not guilty to federal fraud charges.

JACKO'S EX-WIFE SPEAKS: Debbie Rowe in tears as she recalls King of Pop's 'incredible' fear of pain

Michael Jackson's ex-wife appeared in a Los Angeles courthouse Wednesday morning to testify in the wrongful death case brought by the King of Pop's heirs, including her kids Prince and Paris.

REVIEW 'Duck Dynasty': Season 4 premiere

SENDER: “Hinckley, David” <DHinckley@nydailynews.com> As A&E’s “Duck Dynasty” moves into season four Wednesday night, it has turned into the “Seinfeld” of reality television.

Michelle Obama to release hip-hop album

The First Lady will release a 19-track hip-hop album next month geared toward children and focusing on messages of eating healthy and exercising regularly.

photos Scores killed in Egypt as demonstrators, police clash in Cairo

Egyptian protesters throw rocks at security forces during the clearing of one of the two sit-ins of ousted president Morsi supporters, near Rabaa Adawiya mosque, Cairo, Egypt, 14 August 2013. According to local media reports, one soldier and dozens of protesters were killed and about 200 others arrested as Egyptian security forces began clearing islamist protest camps in the capital Cairo on 14 August. The military-backed government described the protest camps as violent and unlawful. The biggest sit-ins are in north-eastern Cairo and south of the capital. The death toll in Cairo soared over 500 on Thursday.

Next year's Emmys to air in final week of August

0 The scheduling will avoid a conflict with the network’s highly rated “Sunday Night Football.”

After shooting HBO film, Larry David unsure if 'Curb' will return

Larry David’s new HBO movie, “Clear History,” reminds us again that in art, as in life, he likes to make it up as he goes. The fact that he doesn’t overplan or overorganize is also the reason, he says, that he doesn’t know whether he’ll do another season of his HBO comedy “Curb Your Enthusiasm.”

Simon Cowell’s baby mama reaches divorce settlement

Lauren Silverman posted a cozy Instagram photo of herself and Simon Cowell while on vacation. Lauren and Andrew Silverman have reached an amicable settlement.

'Borgias' fans offered e-book conclusion

Episode 201 Showtime is serving unhappy fans of cancelled show "The Borgias" a consolation prize.

photos The day NYC went dark: A look back at the Northeast blackout of 2003

Manhattan skyline is dark as the sun comes up on the morning after a massive power failure caused the largest power outage in the nation's history, affecting 50 million people in parts of seven states and Canada. Ten years ago today, New York City went black. So did the entire Northeast. Over 50 million people suffered through a brutal heat wave without electricity.

Verizon FiOS gains customers as TWC's CBS blackout continues

AN APRIL 11, 2013, FILE PHOTO A nasty contractual dispute has left 3.2 million cable customers without CBS.

REVIEW ‘Owner’s Manual'

Ed Sanders in ‘Owner’s Manual’ "Owner's Manual" rests on a thin joke, but thanks to its two stars, produces an entertaining half hour of television.

Cops seek alleged Famke Janssen stalker

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi The NYPD is looking to talk to a Bronx man who gave the “X-Men” star a fright a few years back.

Amber: Not ashamed of bisexuality

Amber Heard in the September 2013 issue of ELLE magazine. Even on the arm of one of Hollywood's biggest stars, Amber Heard isn't quite ready to settle down.

Willie for Congress?

Willie Robertson stars in A&E's 'Duck Dynasty,' which will return for its fourth season on Wednesday. "Duck Dynasty" star Willie Robertson is drawing interest from D.C. operatives as a future Congressman.

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'Porter Ridge': TV review

For merchandising, publishing & ancillary products, check talent contract, appearance & property releases. In case you missed it, one branch of reality TV keeps looking more and more like low-budget sitcoms.

Tameka on son's accident: I 'don't blame' Usher

Usher's Ex, Tameka Raymond talks to 'Good Morning America' on August 13, 2013 about the pool accident that almost killed her son, Usher Raymond V. Tameka Foster says she doesn't hold her ex-hubby accountable for Usher V's near-death accident.

Rihanna’s new fashion line revealed

What’s my name? Rihanna designed lingerie sporting the words “RiRi” and “G4LIFE.” New ad campaign features select pieces from the 80-piece River Island collection.

Oprah: Who ya gonna call?

Winfrey gave an interview to Swiss newspaper Blick on Monday night, the same newspaper that spoke with the anonymous shop clerk days earlier. The queen of talk says she thought about calling Jennifer Aniston or Tom Ford during Swiss racism incident.

Museum trying to buy Jane Austen ring from Kelly Clarkson

Kelly Clarkson says her hectic schedule makes it nearly impossible to date. A Jane Austen museum received $155K from benefactor to help it buy the writer's ring back from Kelly Clarkson.

Jenny debuts in new 'View' photos

The 17th season of 'The View' premieres Sept. 9, with new host Jenny McCarthy joining Whoopi Goldberg, Sherri Shepherd and Barbara Walters. Take a look at things from Jenny McCarthy's new point of view.

Aniston changes flight to avoid flying with Jolie

The pair nearly ended up on the same flight to London.

Trim Aguilera hits the beach with ex-hubby

Christina Aguilera's slimmer figure is turning heads even when she's wearing jeans and a tank top.

photos Lake Bell bares all for New York Magazine

Lake Bell on the cover of New York Magazine's Fall Fashion issue. Stars naked on covers may sell magazines, but can it still stir up controversy?

Carrie Underwood launches OPI nail polish

Singer-songwriter Carrie Underwood at the 54th Grammy Award ceremony in 2012. Nail care brand OPI has partnered with American singer-songwriter Carrie Underwood to launch the Nicole by OPI nail polish collection.

photos Happy birthday Charlize! Theron sizzles in Hawaii

RESTRICTIONS APPLY: NO WEBSITE USE These celebs love flaunting their picture-perfect beach bodies.

Jason Wu to launch Lancôme makeup

New York-based fashion designer Jason Wu is teaming up with Lancôme for a cosmetics collection. Without a doubt one of 2013's hottest designers, Jason Wu, who created his own brand and was named head artistic director at BOSS Women last June, will now bring his talents to the world of luxury cosmetics for a limited edition collection.

Pitbull opens sports charter school

Pitbull says ‘There’s no way you could tackle any obstacle or any issue around the world if you’re not educated.’ The singer is giving back by opening a charter school in the Miami neighborhood where he grew up.

Jimmy Fallon channels Walter White for 'Joking Bad' spoof

Jimmy Fallon has caught "Breaking Bad" fever. In a picture the talk show host shared on Twitter, the 38-year-old funnyman reinvented himself as meth kingpin Walt White, complete with goatee, bald head, and White's signature yellow hazmat suit.

Swiss clerk accused of racial profiling fires back at Oprah

Oprah Winfrey recounts an allegedly racist experience she had in a Zurich boutique on an interview with ‘Entertainment Tonight’ - the clerk at the center of the controversy, however, denies the Queen of Talk’s version of events. The Zurich boutique clerk claims Winfrey's account “is not true” and “absurd.”

Too many selfies can hurt relationships

rihanna is not shy about sharing her instagram pictures. Those who post a lot of photos on social networks like Facebook run the risk of alienating friends, study says.

Odom cleared in paparazzi scuffle

-ALLCOUNTRY NBA star was cleared of felony and misdemeanor vandalism charges after lashing out at photographers.

Justin Bieber breaks Make-A-Wish Foundation record with 200th wish

Justin Bieber granted his 200th wish via the Make-A-Wish Foundation to Annalysha Brown-Rafanan who proposed marriage to the singer. Bieber accepted a marriage proposal from an 8-year-old fan.

Sydney Leathers' strip club debut

Mayoral candidate Anthony Weiner’s 23-year-old online paramour dissapointed during an appearance at Manhattan’s Headquarters Gentlemen’s Club where ‘Mrs. Danger’ did little more than text and pose for photos.

Simon welcomes ex-girlfriend Sinitta aboard his yacht

-ARG,-AUS,-AUT,-BEL,-BGR,-BRA,-CHE,-CHN,-CZE,-DNK,-ESP,-EST,-FIN,-FRA,-GTM,-HKG,-HUN,-ITA,-JPN,-KOR,-MAR,-MEX,-NLD,-NOR,-NZL,-PER,-POL,-PRT,-ROM,-RUS,-SRB,-SWE,-UKR,-ZAF Simon Cowell might be on a mission to make amends with everyone.

B'klyn hot-doggers hit the road on 'The Great Food Truck Race'

Inside the Frankfootas's Truck Dana Raja, Mirlinda Kukaj and Victoria Florenza in San Francisco, CA as seen on Food Network's The Great Food Truck Race, Season 4. These Frankfootas are ready to be the Food Network’s next top dogs.

photos Best celebrity photobombs

UNIVERSAL CITY, CA - AUGUST 11: (L-R) Musicians Demi Lovato, Joe Jonas, and Nick Jonas attend the 2013 Teen Choice Awards at Gibson Amphitheatre on August 11, 2013 in Universal City, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Fox/WireImage) Joe Jonas photobombs Demi Lovato and Nick Jonas at the Teen Choice Awards on Aug. 11, 2013 Ever get that feeling someone's lurking behind you? Check out which celebrities have fallen victim to a hilarious photobomb ...

SEE IT New ‘Hunger Games’ trailer released

Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson star in a new international trailer for ‘The Hunger Games: Catching Fire.’ New trailer for the much anticipated "Catching Fire" has debuted online.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - AUGUST 12: Actress Oprah Winfrey attends the premiere of the Weinstein Company's "Lee Daniels' The Butler" at Regal Cinemas L.A. Live on August 12, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images) Through the years Oprah has struggled with her weight - and style - in the public eye. From shoulder pads and bad hair to skinny jeans and corsets, take a look at the talk show hosts' evolving look ...

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Adorable photos of children tasting their first lemons

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Awkward Mother's Day photos. Celebrate your mom this Mother's Day by checking out some of the most hilariously awkward Mother's Day photos.

Cutest kids in Hollywood

LOS ANGELES, CA - AUGUST 15: Shakira and Milan Pique Mebarak are seen at LAX Airport on August 15, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by JB Lacroix/WireImage) In Hollywood, it seems celebrities' kids are in diapers one minute and donning miniskirts and mohawks the next. They may be pint-sized, but these celebrity offspring often steal the spotlight from their famous parents. Check out some of the cutest celebrity kids, from Perez Hilton's newborn son to supermodel Miranda Kerr's adorable son Flynn.

Incredible celebrity engagement rings

Toluca Lake, CA - Newly engaged couple Ashley Tisdale and Christopher French went for an afternoon walk after grabbing a bite in Toluca Lake, she showed off her new engagement ring and held hands with her beau. Can you stand the glare? Stars show us their blinding bling.

Celebrities over 40

@gabunion via Instagram "Work hard... Laugh harder! #urbancowgirl" Aug. 6, 2013 These stars make 40 (and even 50!) look like the new 20. Check out who's been drinking from Hollywood's fountain of youth.

Bass Dogs: When bass guitars get swapped for dogs

Geddy Lee from Rush Courtesy of bassdogs.tumblr.com Bass Dogs from bassdogs.tumblr.com. The world can now imagine big time bassists tickling dogs rather than their instruments. Check out the best of the Bass Dogs meme ...

Hot or not? Stars who've gotten pixie hair cuts

Beyonce's new hair style she put on her Instagram. Sometimes it's just time for a (drastic) change. Take a look at the celebs who've chopped their long tresses in favor of a super-short 'do.

Animals, they're just like people

After achieving worldwide fame by teaching his pet mice to surf, Shane Willmott has now trained them to ride skateboards. We've captured animals doing all sorts of things that people do from driving to scuba diving ...

Celebrity teeth makeovers

Lindsay Lohan before an after her teeth makeover. They may look good now, but at one point, these celebrities weren't picture perfect when it came to their pearly whites.

Animals celebrating Shark Week

Dog dressed as a shark for shark week. "My little guy gets really excited for shark week" Courtesy of cant_leave_this_site via Reddit While you sit on your couch and watch sharks devour everything in their path during Shark Week, check out these adorable animals who've dressed up for the occasion.

Celebrity wardrobe malfunctions

EXCLUSIVE TO INF. ALL-ROUNDER. Ahh, wardrobe malfunctions ... Thanks to shoddy manufacturing, clumsiness and the advent of spaghetti straps, nearly all of Hollywood has experienced the dreaded moment of overexposure.

Skin-tight celebrity clothing

NO Brazil Remember when dresses were made out of, oh, we don't know, actual fabric? These days stars try to squeeze themselves into latex, rubber and spandex outfits so tight, they look like they were painted on.

Budapest then and now

Budapest, Gellérthegy, háttérben a Budai Vár és a Lánchíd, A Palma Gumigyár reklámfotója fortepan_26424 ~1969 - 2013 Budapest then and now // Window to the past Hungarian photographer Kerenyi Zoltan http://ablakamultra.hu/ In a homage to his hometown of Budapest, Hungarian photographer Kerenyi Zoltan shows off striking juxtaposition photography in a series filled with then and now images of the city ...

Abs-olutely hot! Stomachs of the stars

'I never do this but... Healthy living and fitness update. Post workout picture. #diabeticinshape #2.0' Nick Jonas posts a shirtless Instagram photo on July 30, 2013. These celebrities aren't just pretty faces... they've got miraculous midsections as well!

Stars who rock retro swimwear

CWS1 Love it or hate it, retro swimwear is making a comeback on the beach. Check out which bikini babes are handing in their itty bitty two-pieces for a more vintage look ...

Stars who wear sheer clothing

LAB2,CAM2 There's taking a fashion risk, and then there's walking outside in outfits that are completely see-through. With the paparazzi ready to snap their every move, you would think that celebrities would be smart enough to cover up before walking out in sheer clothing for fear of ... overexposure. Or is that the point? See who's playing a fashionable game of peek-a-boo and who is making a huge fashion mistake.

Ageless celebs: The secret to staying forever young

RESTRICTIONS APPLY: USA ONLY Who's been drinking from the fountain of youth? We reveal the secrets of Hollywood stars for whom time appears to have stopped, and point out a few others who could use a little help on the anti-aging front.

Celebrities wearing short shorts

NO Brazil The stars love their short shorts! See who isn't afraid to show a little leg ...

Hollywood moms before and after baby

-ALLCOUNTRY Don't hate on them because they're famous. And rich. Hate on them because they look so darn good so soon after having kids.

William and Kate: A Love Story

Britain's Prince William kisses his wife Kate, Duchess of Cambridge on the balcony of Buckingham Palace after the Royal Wedding in London Friday, April, 29, 2011. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham) On April 29, 2011, Prince William and Kate Middleton, his commoner bride, were married in a fairy tale wedding watched by 2 billion and celebrated around the globe. Relive their love story.

Amazing Animal Kingdom oddities

* North and South America Rights Only * Are these the strangest animals you've ever seen?

Kate Middleton's royal maternity style

ince Harry, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge stand on the balcony at Buckingham Palace during the annual Trooping the Colour Ceremony on June 15, 2013 in London, England. As the world celebrates the arrival of a new royal baby, George Alexander Louis, take a look back at some of Kate Middleton's most memorable maternity style moments ...

Leo celebrities from Mila Kunis to Ben Affleck

With four planets in dramatic Leo, Daniel’s star power comes as no surprise. Venus and Mars are conjunct (extremely close together) in that sign, giving him extra charismatic appeal, and form an aspect to Jupiter that creates a fortunate flow of opportunity and prosperity. Uranus opposite Jupiter in his chart creates a restless desire to explore new challenges and opportunities. Find out what the stars have in store for them this month.

Same-sex star couples

Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Justin Mikita arrive at the 2011 Entertainment Weekly and Women In Film Pre-Emmy Party at BOA Steakhouse on September 17, 2011 in West Hollywood, California. Hollywood is teeming with famous same-sex couples - some more open than others. From public declarations of love to dates out of the limelight, check out the stars who have found romance with that special someone.

Bodypainted models become one with nature

Bodypainting artwork by Johannes Stoetter. Becoming one with nature takes on new meaning in these incredible bodypainting snaps. Artist Johannes Stoetter uses the human body as his canvas and then disguises his art in nature. Check out some of the best human camouflage out there ...

H'wood hair chameleons

NEW YORK, NY - JULY 17: Actess Jennifer Aniston is seen on the set of "Squirrels to the Nuts" on July 17, 2013 in New York City. (Photo by Raymond Hall/FilmMagic) Some are hitting the (dye) bottle, others are chopping it off. It's hard to keep up in Hollywood, where stars seem to sport a different hairstyle every day of the week. From tiny trims to full blown hair transformations, check out the range of looks for these celebrity hair chameleons ...

Marlin, the Kennedy yacht, through the years

-ALLCOUNTRY The Prince of Camelot had his very own floating paradise, the Marlin, which he docked in the Nantucket Sound in Hyannis Port, Massachusetts throughout the 1950s and 1960s. The Marlin, which was donated in 1970 by the Kennedy family to a Florida auction, recently resurfaced in 2013, with more of the Kennedy clan aboard ...

Celebs gone grizzly

NO Brazil These Hollywood hunks are hiding their sexy faces beneath some serious facial fuzz.

Kate Upton: Curves ahead

-ALLCOUNTRY Kate Upton is taking the fashion industry by storm with her voluptuous curves and girl-next-door appeal. And now she's headed to Hollywood, starring in 'The Other Woman'.

Celebrities wearing one-piece swimsuits

MAVRIXONLINE.COM - +1 305 542 9275. Byline, credit, TV usage, web usage or linkback must read MAVRIXONLINE.COM. Failure to byline correctly will incur double the agreed fee. Who says you need to don an itty bitty two-piece to look and feel sexy on the beach? See which stars are ditching their bikinis for more classic one-piece swimsuits -- and look hot doing it.

Fashion faceoff: Who wore it better?

Anthony Weiner's wife Huma Abedin wears the same dress as Michelle Obama while campaigning in New York City. It's a star's worst nightmare: Someone else is wearing the exact same dress ... and they look better in it! Though there are many designers and dresses in Hollywood to go around, sometimes stars get caught going for the same look. While their stylist may be getting the boot for such a serious flub, for the rest of us, it's a great opportunity to sit back, relax and decide who wore it better.

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New AFL team named after rock band Kiss

Arena League football fans get ready to rock ‘n roll all night. The league is returning to the Los Angeles area with a new expansion team named after the rock band Kiss.

Bills RB Spiller has 2,000-yard goal

AN AUGUST 2, 2013 FILE PHOTO TV OUT; MAGS OUT; MANDATORY CREDIT; BATAVIA DAILY NEWS OUT; DUNKIRK OBSERVER OUT; JAMESTOWN POST-JOURNAL OUT; LOCKPORT UNION-SUN JOURNAL OUT; NIAGARA GAZETTE OUT; OLEAN TIMES-HERALD OUT; SALAMANCA PRESS OUT; TONAWANDA NEWS OUT C.J. Spiller has several reasons for wanting to seek out Adrian Peterson after Buffalo’s preseason game against Minnesota on Friday night.

Russian pole vault champ condemns homosexuality

Russia's Yelena Isinbayeva, the gold medalist in the women's pole vault, gestures during a press conference at the World Athletics Championships in the Luzhniki stadium in Moscow, Russia, Thursday, Aug. 15, 2013. (AP Photo/Alexander Zemlianichenko) Pole vault great Yelena Isinbayeva condemned homosexuality Thursday after criticizing fellow competitors who painted their fingernails in rainbow colors to support gays and lesbians in the face of a new anti-gay law in Russia.

VIDEO: A live bat briefly disrupts Braves game

A bat landed on the infield during the second inning of the Braves' game against the Philadelphia Phillies Wednesday at Turner Field. To say the bats in Atlanta are jumping is an understatement. No, not those bats. Wednesday night's Braves-Phillies game at Turner Field was briefly stopped when a live bat landed on the infield during the second inning.

Brady leaves Pats practice with leg injury

Tom Brady Patriots quarterback Tom Brady limped off the practice field after appearing to hurt his left leg while throwing a pass.

Pekovic and Wolves agree on 5-year deal

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi The Minnesota Timberwolves have agreed to terms on a five-year deal with restricted free agent center Nikola Pekovic.

Scottish invasion takes over London before 'friendly'

LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 14: Scotland fans gather in Trafalgar Square ahead of their international friendly match against England tonight on August 14, 2013 in London, England. Scotland and England will meet at Wembley stadium tonight for their first international in 14 years. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images) Wearing traditional kilts and bonnets, thousands of Scotland football fans descended on London’s Trafalgar Square on Wednesday ahead of their homeland’s first game in 14 years against neighbor and fierce rival England.

Manny being cut: Ramirez released by Rangers

Please contact your sales representative with questions. Manny Ramirez has struck out in his comeback attempt. The once-feared hitter was released by the Texas Rangers on Tuesday after his bat failed to scare opposing hitters with Triple-A Round Rock.

Steelers put WR Burress on injured reserve

Newly signed Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Plaxico Burress (80) appears during NFL football practice, Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2012, in Pittsburgh. Burress returned to the team that drafted him a dozen years ago on Wednesday hungry, humble and eager to prove there's still some life left in a career that's never quite lived up to his own outsized expectations. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar) The Pittsburgh Steelers have put wide receiver Plaxico Burress on the injured reserve list, likely ending his season. The Steelers made the move Tuesday, a day after Burress turned 36.

Soccer-loving pope cheers on Messi, others at the Vatican

In this photo provided by the Vatican newspaper L'Osservatore Romano, Pope Francis is applauded by Italy goalie Gianluigi Buffon, left, and Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi during a private audience at the Vatican, Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2013. Two big-name Argentines have had a VIP meeting at the Vatican, Pope Francis and Barcelona football star Lionel Messi. The player, his fellow teammates on the Argentine national soccer squad as well as Italy's national team players were enjoying a private audience Tuesday with the first Latin American-born pontiff in the Apostolic Palace. The teams meet Wednesday in Rome in a friendly match. Francis told the players to remember they are role models on and off the field "for better or worse." He asked for their prayers for himself "on the playing field God put me on. (AP Photo/L'Osservatore Romano, ho) Pope Francis cheered fellow Argentine Lionel Messi and other soccer stars Tuesday as he led a morality-focused pep rally of sorts at the Vatican for Argentina and Italy’s national teams ahead of their eagerly awaited friendly match.
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IT'S A GOLDEN AGE OF HOLLYWOOD BABIES! See Tinseltown's cutest kids as stars show off their adorable little ones

Shakira, Jessica Simpson, Natalie Portman and other celeb moms show off their cute kids to the world They may be pint-sized, but these celebrity offspring often steal the spotlight from their famous parents. Check out some of the cutest celebrity kids, from Perez Hilton's newborn son to supermodel Miranda Kerr's adorable son Flynn. read full story »

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