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AGONY AND ECSTASY: Emotional Final Four-bound Louisville squad brings trophy to Kevin Ware's hospital bed after he suffers horrific double-broken leg injury and bravely tells heartbroken teammates, 'WIN IT FOR ME'

Ware, a sophomore who went to Rockdale County High School in Atlanta, broke his lower right leg in two places with 6:33 left in the first half. He was recovering following successful surgery. School officials said he had the bone reset and a rod inserted into his right tibia. read full story »

'Karma is a son of a b----!': Vile ghoul, who made millions illicitly harvesting corpses, dying of bone cancer

A ghoul is dying a ghastly death. Michael Mastromarino, who made millions of dollars by illicitly harvesting skin and bones from corpses, lies dying in an upstate prison, his lawyer has told the Daily News.

Former Ivy League track star recovering from stroke dies of possible overdose and triggers death threat fromwoman's brother to her boyfriend

Jessica Fingers, a former track star at Monticello High School in the Catskills, was lying unconscious and faceup on the floor of her friend’s room at Columbia University.

Three dead, several hurt after massive pileup of almost 100 vehicles near VI-NC border

Virginia State Police say three people have been killed and more than 20 are injured following a 100-vehicle pileup on Interstate 77 near the Virginia-North Carolina border.

Alaska rescue helicopter crashes, three presumed dead after

An Alaska State Trooper helicopter carrying two troopers and a rescued snowmobiler crashed Saturday night in the south-central part of the state, and no survivors have been found, an agency spokeswoman said.

The Obamas attend presidential favorite church for Easter

President Barack Obama attended Easter services at an Episcopal church near the White House where past presidents frequently have worshipped.

Chris Brown gets booed at Knicks game

Lupica: Sen. Lindsay Graham is just as slow on gun control as other NRA shills

Sen. Lindsey Graham, another elected official who acts as if he only represents slow people when it comes to guns, says none of the gun-control legislation being discussed these days in the Senate would have prevented Adam Lanza from shooting up Sandy Hook Elementary School.

Way to respect your elder: Teen kills, robs his own grandfather to buy tattoos, shoes, cellphone: cops

A Chicago 19-year-old fatally shot his namesake, his 72-year-old grandfather, and robbed him so he could buy tattoos, shoes and a cellphone, police said.

Beer bottles found in SUV of teen who rear-ended van in crash that killed FIVE members of one family

Five members of a Southern California family were killed Saturday when their van was rear-ended by an 18-year-old driver who was later arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence, authorities said.

‘Jesus died on the cross for them as much as He did for me’: Cardinal Dolan says church should not push away gays

The church needs to defend traditional marriage yet not push gays away from faith or attack them, Timothy Cardinal Dolan said on Easter Sunday.

Lupica: Forget everything else, today, it's all about baseball

Baseball returns to New York on Monday afternoon, returns with a most rare Opening Day, both the Yankees and Mets opening at home, opening their seasons about five minutes apart.

Psych patient hides 17 bags of coke between his butt cheeks: cops

An unruly psych ward patient was busted holding 17 bags of a white substance believed to be cocaine between his buns last Thursday night, sources said.

Man convicted of killing 29 in Tucson hotel fire set to be released

A man who has spent more than four decades in prison for a Tucson hotel fire that killed 29 people, including some who jumped from windows to escape the searing heat, is expected to be released Tuesday as part of a deal with prosecutors.

Thwarted armed robber suffers heart attack during jewelry store smash-and-grab

Armed robbery is apparently not for the faint of heart. A would-be robber suffered a "life-threatening" heart attack while he and his accomplice smashed the windows of a jewelry store Saturday.

KNOW YOUR POLS: All 9 have worked for minimum wage, but only one was a paperboy for the DAILY NEWS

They are trying hard to distinguish themselves, but the city’s nine mayoral hopefuls have more in common than they might think. Few of them ride the subways daily or drive American cars.

Surveillance footage may show missing Brown student

Authorities in Rhode Island are hoping surveillance footage that apparently shows a missing Brown University student can shed light on what happened to him.

Louisville Slugger makes first change since 1972

The crack of the bat is going to sound different this season.Louisville Slugger has changed its signature product — the wood baseball bat — for the first time since 1972, creating a harder surface that will reduce splintering.

'Why couldn't God take me and let him live?' 2-year-old boy mowed down at a Brooklyn bus stop may not survive

Two-year-old Denim McLean and mom Wendy McLean were among 12 hospitalized following Saturday's East Flatbush wreck

Arizona senator predicts pro-gay marriage GOP prez candidate

An up-and-coming Republican Senator said Sunday it was “inevitable” that the GOP would field a presidential candidate who supports same-sex marriage.

Sen. Graham says he doesn’t plan to filibuster gun control legislation

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said Sunday he wouldn’t filibuster gun control legislation being considered in the Senate.

Mandela remains hospitalized while receiving treatment for recurrence of pneumonia

Former South African President Nelson Mandela remained in a hospital on Easter Sunday while receiving treatment for a recurrence of pneumonia, the government said.

‘Egypt’s Jon Stewart' released on bail after accusations he insulted Islam and President Morsi

A popular television satirist known as Egypt’s Jon Stewart was released on bail Sunday after nearly five hours of interrogation over allegations that he broke the law by insulting Islam and the president.

Sick Miami pimp accused of forcing 13-year-old runaway into prostitution, making her tattoo his name on her eyelids

The teenager now has her torturer’s nickname, Suave, on her right eyelid. On her left eyelid, she was inked with the word House, suggesting that she belonged to him.

Sen. Graham says he won't stand in way of gun control legislation

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said Sunday he wouldn’t filibuster gun control legislation being considered in the Senate.

Quinn's doing it her way, shedding the image as Bloomberg's sidekick

The knock on City Council Speaker Christine Quinn has always been that she’s Mayor Bloomberg’s sidekick — the deputy mayor of the City Council.

Father furious at Conn. school's alleged negligence after tick bite left his daughter brain damaged on China trip

The father of the Connecticut student left brain-damaged from tick bites on a school trip is still enraged over the school's alleged negligence.

LiLo saved by a hair from wardrobe disaster in Brazil

Pope Francis delivers plea for peace in first Easter Sunday message - and gets jersey of favorite soccer team from adoring fan

Pope Francis delivered a plea for peace in his first Easter Sunday message, decrying the seemingly endless conflicts in the Middle East and on the Korean peninsula after celebrating Mass along with 250,000 faithful.

Toyota donates SUV to Staten Island ex-Marine through Wounded Warrior Project

After proudly serving his adopted country in the military, an ex-Marine who lives on Staten Island took one step closer to achieving the American Dream — scoring a brand-new car.

Japanese woman loses tips of her toes after co-worker puts acid in her shoes for spurning his advances

A Japanese woman had to have the tips of five toes amputated after a co-worker allegedly tried to kill her by putting hydrofluoric acid in her shoes.

Death of detained NYC cabbie ruled a homicide

The death of a livery cab driver who suffered cardiac arrest while he was being detained has been ruled a homicide — and his outraged family members want to know why no one contacted them for more than 16 hours.

Outrage after Pope washes feet of Muslim girl on Holy Thursday

Pope Francis has won over many hearts and minds with his simple style and focus on serving the world's poorest, but he has devastated traditionalist Catholics who adored his predecessor, Benedict XVI, for restoring much of the traditional pomp to the papacy.

Young woman sues 73-year-old boss who 'grabbed her crotch' at workplace

A Manhattan woman is suing a creep who subjected her to five months of sexual harassment that culminated when he grabbed her crotch and leered, “I can’t wait to eat it.”

Donald Trump sues Brooklyn 'cyber-squatter' who snapped up Trump-related domain names

The Donald is demanding $400,000 in damages from a Brooklyn cyber-pest who sued the billionaire blowhard over domain names containing the word "trump" and lost.

Joggers on high alert after perv zapped woman with stun gun in sex assault attempt

Terrified Queens joggers peered over their shoulders Saturday after a taser-toting pervert zapped a 23-year-old runner in a foiled rape attempt.

Two fifth-graders, ages 10 and 11, on trial for planning to murder classmate

A northeast Washington judge has found two boys, ages 10 and 11, competent to stand trial in juvenile court on a murder conspiracy charge.

The usual suspect: Brooklyn man held on murder charges released after third false arrest

Joseph Brown, the murder suspect who was ordered released on Friday after serious questions were raised about whether he was the gunman in a Coney Island slaying,

The eyesore next door: New Jersey home once owned by Russian spies remains empty nearly three years after their arrests

The two-story suburban home once owned by two secret agents remains empty nearly three years after their arrests, and its rundown appearance is hardly a state secret.

Toddler clings to life, 11 more injured when out-of-control car slams into Brooklyn scaffold

Nine people were injured — two critically — when an out-of-control car slammed into a group of people on an East Flatbush sidewalk, officials said.

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Undefeated in the AL! Astros rout Rangers in opener

The Houston Astros and their spiffy new uniforms looked like a perfect fit in the American League. Rick Ankiel and the Astros made an impressive debut in the AL, trouncing the Texas Rangers 8-2 Sunday night in the major league opener and giving Bo Porter a win in his first game as manager.

Emotional Louisville advances to Final Four

With tears in their eyes and Kevin Ware in their hearts, there was no way Louisville was losing this game.

CBS ditches injury replay

After two initial replays, CBS stopped showing footage Sunday of Louisville basketball player Kevin Ware breaking his leg during the first half of his team’s NCAA Tournament game against Duke.

L'Ville shocks Baylor in women's tourney

Louisville shot its way to one of the biggest upsets in the history of the women’s NCAA tournament, stunning Brittney Griner and Baylor on Sunday night.

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SPREADING THE WEALTH: Powerball winner says he'll pay rent for his entire N.J. block

Powerball winner Pedro Quezada is hosting a rent party — for his entire block.

'Out of the pain and out of the darkness Newtown is resurrected:' Mom lost daughter, not her faith 3 months after horror

“He touched me with His right hand and said, ‘Do not be afraid, I am the first and the last, the one who lives. Once I was dead, but now I am alive forever and ever.’”

CNN’s youngest host has a dark family secret: Kate Bolduan's mom to be sentenced for DUI

A star reporter's dark family secret just crashed into the light. Kate Bolduan, who at 29 is CNN's youngest host, may have a spotless record, but her mother does not.

Lupica: Regular season a lot more meaningful for banged up Yankees

The Yankees start this season a much more compelling story than they were at the end of last season, when they went down against the Tigers and stayed down, as if they had all broken a leg the way Derek Jeter did an ankle.

Vacation time! Nick, Mariah and the twins celebrate in style

Former CIA employees say they were mistakenly targeted in drug sweep after buying supplies for their veggie garden

Two former CIA employees whose Kansas home was fruitlessly searched for marijuana during a two-state drug sweep claim they were illegally targeted.

Body of man thrown from plane during flight lesson found in Tenn.

Authorities in Tennessee have found the body of a man who was thrown from an experimental aircraft while an instructor was teaching him to fly.

Megan Fox’s son takes stroll with dad

Bizarre ‘Jew in the Box’ exhibit draws outrage in Germany

Nearly 70 years after the Holocaust, there is no more sensitive an issue in German life as the role of Jews.

New to the patty-and-bun scene: Burger joints muscle their way into New York

Move over, Shake Shack. Four new joints are vying for the title of New York’s burger king.

SEE IT Indian police use cardboard cops to cut down on traffic violations

Bangalore’s new cutout policemen work seven days a week and won’t take bribes. 'From a distance it looks like a real cop,' a driver said.

Hockey mom previously found guilty of sex with son's 16-year-old teammate granted mistrial in 2nd case involving 13-year-old boy

A horny hockey mom already convicted of sex with her son's teammate was granted a mistrial on charges she also fondled a 13-year-old player.

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Federal worker lands in jail for writing fake Craigslist 'Casual Encounter' ads to send men to his ex-girlfriend's home

A 64-year-old Virginia woman fretfully peers through her window blinds. Yet another strange man comes sauntering up her driveway looking for sex.

‘Group of 8’ senators say immigration reform efforts on track

Less than a day after a critical agreement was reached between labor and business factions on a proposed guest worker program, a handful of U.S. senators said Sunday morning that comprehensive immigration reform appeared to be on track and could reach the Senate floor as early as May.

Provocative billboard touting pot as being safer than alcohol is vandalized in Portland days before Spring Beer & Wine Festival

Paid for by the Marijuana Policy Project, the billboard featured a picture of a pint of beer, a glass of wine, and a marijuana leaf with the words ‘beer,’ ‘wine’ and ‘safer.’

Mob rat gets out of jail early for exposing murder plot

A Mafia rat who faced 30 years in prison for racketeering and murder conspiracy was sentenced to time served and praised by a federal judge for his “courageous” decision to come forward with information about a plot to kill a federal prosecutor.

Historic Philly steak shop changes its controversial name to avoid racial slur

The owner of a historic cheesesteak shop in Philadelphia says he's changing its controversial name.

SEE IT: Rescued seal pup adjusting to swimming with one hind flipper

When Pup 49 was found on a Massachusetts beach eight months ago, the baby seal was wounded and infected. One of her back fins was amputated, and she is now recovering in Connecticut.

They may look good on paper, but will they work? Indian police use dummy cardboard cops to curb traffic problems in Bangalore

Police in Bangalore are trying out a new method to cut down on the traffic problems that plague the crowded southern Indian city.

Navy SEAL Team 6 member killed during parachute training accident in Arizona

A Navy SEAL has died and another was injured when they collided in midair during parachute training in southern Arizona, authorities said.

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Confidenti@l: Critics razz Kim Kardashian's performance in Perry movie

Kim Kardashian is finally poised to win the Razzie that eluded her in 2009 when she was nominated for her supporting role in “Disaster Movie,” but lost to “The Hottie and the Nottie” star Paris Hilton.

'Glee' star Cory Monteith heads back to rehab: report

'Glee' star Cory Monteith is heading back to rehab, according to People magazine.

Ireland Baldwin sizzles on the sand

Think the stars are just like us? Guess again! It's always sunny in Hollywood, and these celebs love flaunting their picture-perfect beach bodies almost as much as they love getting all dressed up for the red carpet. Whether they're splashing around in itty bitty bikinis or causing a commotion with their incredible, washboard abs, these celebrities sure know how to make a sizzling day at the beach even hotter. Check out the sexiest celebrity beach bodies.

Questions answered (or not) in upcoming season of 'Mad Men'

There’s nothing “Mad Men” creator Matt Weiner hates more than for someone to leak spoilers.

SEE ALL the candid political photos of the week

Time to catch up on the week in politics! Relive the highlights with our favorite photos of the past seven days. In this week's edition, Michael Bloomberg gets the last laugh, George Bush gets a bear hug and John Kerry keeps his eye on the ball.

Katharine McPhee joins the Hollywood hair chameleons club

Some are hitting the (dye) bottle, others are chopping it off. Check out the range of looks for these celebrity hair chameleons.

SEE the most gruesome sports injuries of all-time

Athletes are always putting themselves and their bodies on the line in the name of pride, glory and victory, but sometimes their bodies break down. Or, in some cases, they suffer terribly gruesome injuries at the hands of others.

These walls have eyes: SEE these abandoned buildings come to life

Old, run-down buildings get new life thanks to one Russian artist, who has made a name for himself transforming ordinary spaces into eerily realistic faces ...

Nothing says Easter like Peeps... See some creative uses of the sweet treats from the 2013 Peeps Diorama Contest

You may be used to seeing Peeps in an Easter basket, but there's a lot more to the little treats than meets the eye! Check out these amazing diorama contest entries.

Bieber flirted with me after I accidentally flashed him: Model

Justin Bieber apparently approves of British supermodel Jourdan Dunn's figure.

'G.I. Joe: Retaliation' kills at box office

“G.I. Joe: Retaliation” ramped up the body count as it bloodied its rivals to score box office supremacy over the Easter weekend.

‘Game of Thrones’ is back! Refresh your memory of who’s who and what’s happened

Here’s a cheat sheet for those whose memories of the sprawling epic have dimmed.

Confidenti@l: Cannes is a can't for U.S. clubs

Au revoir, America! Hospitality industry insiders are mumbling “sacre bleu!” now that the powers that be in Cannes are making it impossible for foreign businesses to operate on the seaside town’s beachfront when the celeb-studded film festival launches May 15.

I, ROBOT: Meet newest teacher at Kansas high school

Students at the Career and Technical Education Academy in Hutchinson are getting acquainted ...

SEE IT: Mariah, Nick Cannon celebrate anniversary in style

Mariah Carey isn't letting her "American idol" duties weigh her down.

Texas man who received full face transplant marries fellow burn victim

A Texan who became the first in the nation to receive a full face transplant ...

Jacko's kids set to sing in court

Paris Jackson wowed the world when she spoke at her father’s public memorial four years ago — and now the King of Pop’s daughter is prepping for an encore.

SEE IT: Lawmaker plays soccer game on his smartphone during speech

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PHOTOS: HOT HOT HOT! The best celebrity pics of the week

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PHOTOS: ‘Game of Thrones’ stars shed their costumes

"Game of Thrones" returns with Daenerys and the rest of the more than a thousand named characters in the saga based on George R.R. Martin's "A Song of Ice and Fire" books all jockeying for the right to sit on the Iron Throne. Here's an inside look at the fantasy series' third season ...

Bieber can't play with his monkey anymore

Justin Bieber had to leave a monkey in quarantine after landing in Germany last week.

CAUGHT ON VIDEO: Police hunt for couple snatched off NYC street at gunpoint

Cops were searching Saturday for at least three suspects wanted in the reported gunpoint abduction of a couple walking down a Washington Heights street.

'Thrones' star Kit Harington just fine with on-screen nudity

He will draw his, er, sword. “Game of Thrones” star Kit Harington has no qualms about doing nude scenes, and fans can expect to see his character, beleaguered swordsman Jon Snow, in the buff sometime this season.

Natalie Dormer soaks up moment on 'Game of Thrones'

Given the short life expectancy of characters on “Game of Thrones,” actress Natalie Dormer made sure she took advantage of the first chance she got to sit on the show’s infamous Iron Throne.

PHOTOS: As Easter arrives, a look at famous cathedrals and churches in NYC

From towering cathedrals to churches dating back hundreds of years, take a virtual tour through New York City's most famous pieces of architecture ...

Director Danny Boyle talks 'Trance' and filming in NYC... someday

Sure, he has an Academy Award for “Slumdog Millionaire,” almost won another for “127 Hours” and orchestrated the Opening Ceremony of the London Summer Olympic Games, directing the Queen of England in a short James Bond movie.

Farber: Grammys should head back to New York

The world keeps beating a path to our door. “The Tonight Show” is reportedly returning to New York after 43 years in L.A. And the MTV Video Music Awards trumpeted its own comeback to our city — as well as its Brooklyn debut — for Aug. 25.

PHOTOS: Wichita State stuns Ohio State to punch ticket to Final Four

Wichita State upset Ohio State, holding on to win, 70-66, and punched its first ticket to the Final Four since 1965.

Are Spanx the secret behind Khloe's slimmer frame?

Oops! Watch out for the wind, Khloe. Khloe Kardashian fell victim to the weather on Friday when the 28-year-old reality starlet's dress caught a big gust exposing her nude Spanx under her paisley mini.

Madonna's homeless brother: My billionaire sister doesn’t care if I die

Ciccone, 56, is a homeless alcoholic who has lived on the freezing streets of Traverse City, Mich. For almost three years. And he's stoking the family feud between him and his famous sister.

PHOTOS: Syracuse rolls to Final Four with Big win over Marquette

Syracuse took down Marquette -- another Big East competitor -- 55-39.

Ouch! What did Brandi Glanville do to her hand?

Apparently you can be too hot. Brandi Glanville found out the hard way.

Katharine McPhee's new 'do is a 'Smash'

Some are hitting the (dye) bottle, others are chopping it off. Check out the range of looks for these celebrity hair chameleons.

Beyoncé gives Blue Ivy her own VIP seat for tour

Who runs the world? Blue Ivy Carter, that's who.

SEE IT Joan Rivers slams Ann Curry: 'Shut up, b---h'

Joan Rivers isn't too sad about Ann Curry getting the boot from the “Today” show.

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Pretty in pink? Lauren Conrad accidentally dyes hair in India

The reality star got an unexpected makeover while celebrating Holi.

Ireland Baldwin strikes a stunning pose on the beach

Check out the sexiest celebrity beach bodies.

Meryl Streep's daughter splits from husband

Mamie Gummer has called it quits with fellow actor Benjamin Walker.

Ahhnold's hunky son gets romantic on Maui vacation

Patrick Schwarzenegger, 19, locked lips with his girlfriend Taylor "Tootsie" Burns on Thursday.

PHOTOS: Gators put an end to FGCU magical run

The Cinderella story of Florida Gulf Coast has come to a close.

LiLo train wreck hurtles south at full speed

Lohan 'steals' jewelry, clothes from ‘Anger Management’ set before jetting to Brazil.

Son of pro wrestler Ric Flair found dead in hotel room

Authorities say the son of Ric Flair has been found dead in North Carolina.

Kim K wants to name her baby WHAT???

Kim shut down rumors about naming her baby with boyfriend Kanye West after cardinal points.

Phil Ramone, producer for Ray Charles, dies at 72

The South African-born engineer won three Grammys for his work.

What HOT celeb pictures did you miss this week?

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PHOTOS: Michigan rallies to upset Kansas

Trey Burke nailed a game-tying 3-pointer to help Michigan rally past Kansas, 87-85, in OT.

Google captures startling images of tsunami-wrecked town in Japan

Mayor Tamotsu Baba invited Google Street View into the small town of Namie to document the devastation.

Is this where the Keebler elves live?

Visitors enchanted by tiny door that 'magically' appeared at base of tree in San Francisco.

Will this Cadillac rival BMW?

The sleeker and lighter 2014 CTS aims to make a splash in the U.S. luxury car market.

How to shop for clothes when you're losing weight

Stylist to the stars David Zyla shares advice on the most slimming cuts and what to ditch.

PHOTOS: Russ Smith ties career-high 31 points as Louisville tops Oregon

Bronx native Russ Smith added 31 points to lead Louisville.

Oops! Eva flashes more than just her underwear

The actress suffered an embarrassing moment as she got out of a car.

PHOTOS: Good Friday around the world

Christians around the globe have gathered to mark Good Friday.

PHOTOS OF THE DAY: March 29

Stunning photos from around the world on Good Friday.

Fit for a king: Drinks for watching 'Game of Thrones'

Happy hour is coming — during the season premiere of HBO’s “Game of Thrones,” that is.

'Game of Thrones: The Exhibition' showcases dragons, swords and royalty

The legend of Westeros is growing large in NYC.

PHOTOS: Inside 'Game of Thrones' season 3

Check out what these 'Game of Thrones' stars looks like out of costume.

Daniel Craig launches new Range Rover Sport in NYC

The new Range Rover Sport won a rapturous reception in at the New York Auto Show.

Lindsey Vonn tackles Kris Humphries rumors

Did Kris Humphries strike the eye of Tiger Woods' new girlfriend, Lindsey Vonn first?

Amanda Seyfried: I was mistaken for LiLo at airport

Raise your hand if you have ever been personally mistaken for Lindsay Lohan in an airport.

PHOTOS: What did Katharine McPhee do to her hair?

The "Smash" actress is spotted at LAX with a much shorter do.

Kourtney Kardashian, Scott Disick step out amid paternity scandal

L.A.-based model claims he hooked up with the reality star while she was taking a break from Disick.

PHOTOS: Barbara Walters's pioneering career

Look back at the grand dame of TV news' illustrious career.

Jeremy Renner welcomes baby girl with ex: report

The actor reportedly has a newborn baby daughter.

Lil Wayne reveals the truth about his seizures

The rapper explains medical condition that's put him in the hospital.

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Inside the Peeps factory: How the iconic Easter candy is made

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Skin rules at international tattoo convention in Germany

Take a look inside the convention where models and artists wore skimpy outfits to show off their massive amount of ink ..

Hottest stars in the sci-fi universe

From 'Star Trek' star Alice Eve to Henry Cavill in his Superman tights, check out the sexiest sci-fi stars of all time.

Two face: Drag queens with and without makeup

These drag queens are happy to showcase their dual identities, and they're getting a little help thanks to New York photographer Leland Bobbe.

Holi 2013: The most colorful festival on Earth

Vibrant colors, jubilant revelers and a ton of powder fill the streets of India every year in celebration of Holi. Holi, the Hindu festival of colors, is meant to celebrate the coming of spring. Take a look inside India as the country goes wild ...

Yankee rookies through the years

Even the superstars had to endure a rookie season. Take a stroll through the Daily News photo archives as we capture some famous names during their first go-around in pinstripes ...

John F. Kennedy Jr. in his younger years

Intimate family snapshots show the youngest Kennedy during a family retreat to Camp David 50 years ago ...

Lindsay Lohan's riskiest court fashions

While Lindsay used to be an actress, her main stage these days is the paparazzi-filled walk into the courthouse, where she struts her stuff in designer duds.

Lost in translation: Foreign signs get hilarious English translations

Navigating a foreign country can be difficult, and these hilarious, mixed up signs definitely don't make it any easier ...

Mob molls of New York City

Take a fascinating look at the female companions of the Mafia, who not only put their lives on the line being associated with some of the most dangerous men in the world, but who also acted as their accomplices in some of the most deadliest crimes.

Iraq Then & Now: Looking back at the war torn country 10 years later

In the ten years since the invasion of Iraq, lives have been lost and what was once Saddam Hussein's country has been changed forever. These photo montages show the difference between Iraq a decade ago when fighting first began and the way pivotal places in the war look today.

FIRST LOOK at 'Mad Men' season 6

Just like that new Cadillac Don Draper bought for himself, the promotion for the upcoming sixth season of AMC's "Mad Men" is shifting into high gear.

Late night out? Stars who look worse for the wear

Sure, the stars are super photogenic on the red carpet, but after the party is the after party ... and after that, well, let's just say Hollywood's hottest don't look so hot after a late night (or day) out.

Porn stars without makeup

Makeup artist Melissa Murphy is showing porn stars stripped down, but not the way you're used to. See the transformations of porn stars with and without their makeup.

Craziest St. Patrick's Day revelers from around the globe

In honor of the booze-filled, green-splashed event, check out the best St. Patty's Day revelers from around the globe ...

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Breaking down the NL East: Meet the Mets at the bottom

This will probably be of little consolation to Terry Collins, who lost 85 and then 88 games in his first two years as Mets manager and needs to reverse that if he wants to keep his job, but his primary competitors in the NL East are also lame ducks (or pseudo lame ducks) and under as much or more pressure than he is.

Breaking down the NL Central: Reds will menace division

Hallelujah! It took most of the spring for the Reds to finally come to their senses and abandon the misguided idea of putting lethal weapon closer Aroldis Chapman (38 saves, 1.51 ERA and 122 Ks in 71.2 innings last year) in the starting rotation.

Breaking down the NL West: Big money, big results in LA

So spoke Don Mattingly earlier this spring, putting the full onus on him if the Los Angeles Dodgers do not live up to the record-setting millions their Guggenheim Partners ownership group has invested in them. A year ago, just coming out of the ruinous ownership of Frank McCourt, the Dodger payroll was at $91 million.

Breaking down the AL East: Yanks, Sox, hit bottom

Since 1995, the Yankees have been to the postseason 17 out of 18 seasons, the lone exception being 2008 when they finished third, touching off a $423.5 million spending spree on CC Sabathia, Mark Teixeira and A.J. Burnett that produced a world championship the following year but looms ever large this season.

Ah, the good ol' days... Rare pinup pics of Hollywood legends Marilyn Monroe and James Dean along with iconic movie stills set to hit the auction block

An upcoming Guernsey's auction taking place in New York City is featuring a series of rare pineups and vintage movie stills, courtesy of the late photographer Irving Klaw. read full story »

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