Thursday, May 2, 2013

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EXCLUSIVE: Grief-stricken parents cry out 'they stole my daughter' after 19-year-old went into hospital for routine test and came out in 'vegetative state'

Giulio and Iris Ferraro’s vivacious 19-year-old daughter is severely brain damaged after undergoing an endoscopy — a routine procedure — in January at Phelps Memorial Hospital Center in Sleepy Hollow. read full story »

Shocking poll reveals 44% of Republicans believe an 'armed revolution to protect liberties' may be necessary

Think of it as an alternate definition for the term “gun control.” Nearly half of all Republicans surveyed said they believed that “an armed revolution in order to protect liberties might be necessary in the next few years,” a new poll from Fairleigh Dickinson University found.

Lupica: Hiding evidence for terrorists graver than obstructing justice

Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev (second from right) stands with Azamat Tazhayakov (second from left) and Dias Kadyrbayev (center) in Times Square. Tazhayakov and Kadyrbayev were both arrested for visa violations on Saturday. Azamat Tazhayakov and Dias Kadyrbayev are charged with 'knowingly destroying, concealing, and covering up objects belonging to (Dzhokhar Tsarnaev), namely a backpack.' Robel Phillipos is charged with lying to the feds. If they are guilty, they obstructed humanity and aided terrorists.

Fatal Afghanistan plane crash that killed 7 under investigation

The Taliban initially claimed responsibility for the attack, but NATO has refuted that claim. All seven people on board perished in the flames. Jamie Brokaw, 33, of Monroe, Mich., was among seven Americans killed Monday when their National Air Cargo plane crashed near an Air Force base in Afghanistan. Six of the victims were from Michigan and a seventh was from Kentucky.

Two cops and ALL whites bounced from Officer Figoski murder case

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Two NYPD police officers were bounced from the jury in the Officer Pete Figoski murder case Wednesday — along with every other prospective white juror.

The face of a killer? Manhunt for murderer of little girl zeroes in on alleged kidnapper of infant

Jason Wayrynen, 42, was arrested Tuesday by Placerville, Calif., police on charges of burglary and attempted kidnapping. Investigators in Calaveras County have sought a DNA sample from Wayrynen in their investigation of the stabbing death of a Leila Fowler, 8, in Valley Springs. Jason Wayrynen, 42, was arrested in Placerville, California, today for allegedly attempting to kidnap a 15-month-old girl from her mother early Tuesday morning.

Chris Kelly of Kriss Kross dead at 34

Elmo puppeteer Kevin Clash gets Daytime Emmy nom despite sordid underage sex scandal

Actor/puppeteer Kevin Clash, winner of the Emmy for Outstanding Performer in a Children's Series, attends the 36th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards at The Orpheum Theatre on August 30, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. Disgraced puppeteer Kevin Clash, long-time voice of beloved “Sesame Street” muppet Elmo, could win another Daytime Emmy in June despite quitting the show under a cloud of allegations that he had sexual relations with underage boys.

EXCLUSIVE: Thank you, Jimmy Fallon! NBC says 'Tonight Show' move to NY will create 400 jobs

Exclusive Coverage. ALBANY — “The Tonight Show” will bring more than laughs when it relocates to 30 Rock from Burbank, Calif., in 2014.

Former TV anchor Rob Morrison reads Kipling's ‘If’ as he faces court

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Disgraced former TV anchor Rob Morrison used to start off his day by reading the news to millions of viewers. Now he reads the inspirational Rudyard Kipling poem “If” daily to himself.

Princess Eugenie declines Beyonce sing-a-long

Beyonce performs on stage during her Mrs. Carter Show World Tour at the O2 Arena in London. Apparently, the singer didn’t even know she had signaled out a royal. Princess Eugenie ducked to the left, to the left when Beyonce surprised her during a recent concert in London. Mrs. Carter held her mic up to the royal’s face so she could sing a portion of the song “Irreplaceable” but Eugenie declined the opportunity due to sheer embarrassment.

Five-year-old boy kills 2-year-old sister while playing with 'My First Rifle' he got as a present

Crickett rifles from the “My First Rifle" collection for kids on the website of Keystone Sporting Arms Caroline Starks, 2, was killed after being shot by her 5-year-old sibling with his own .22 caliber rifle. The county coroner has ruled the death "just one of those crazy accidents."

City Council Speaker Christine Quinn takes heat after bragging about her role in reducing stop-and-frisk

Responding to claims she's too close to Mayor Bloomberg and the NYPD, Quinn said Wednesday, “My office, myself and the City Council — we are the only ones who have actually gotten reform of stop, question and frisk.” City Council Speaker Christine Quinn is taking credit for reducing the number of NYPD stop and frisks last year — a bit of campaign chest-thumping that raised eyebrows among critics of the tactic.

Move over, Hallmark: Alternative Mother’s Day Cards feature incarcerated, drug-dependent, gay and low-income immigrant moms

These are definitely not your grandmother’s Mother’s Day cards.

NYPD Police Commissioner Ray Kelly defends stop-and-frisk and targeting African-Americans

NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 16: New York City Police Commissioner Ray Kelly addresses the media at City Hall on April 16, 2013 in New York City. Behind them the Boston and New York flags stand side by side. Police were out in force throughout New York, a day after expolosions near the finish line of the Boston Marathon killed 3 people and wounded more than 170 more, many of them critically. (Photo by John Moore/Getty Images) Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly credited the controversial stop-and-frisk tactic for helping to push New York’s crime rate to record lows.

Mother of Bronx teen killed by gunfire supports stop-and-frisk...

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi A day after Mayor Bloomberg criticized opponents of NYPD tactics aimed at getting guns off the streets, the mother of a Bronx teenager shot to death last week tells the Daily News her son might still be alive if there were more stop-and-frisks.

... as she continues grieving her son's father, who was also gunned down a mere 2 blocks from their child 14 years ago

Studio photo of Alphonza Bryant, 17, who was killed last night. The Bronx teen senselessly shot and killed by a pair of gangbangers died just blocks from where his father was murdered years before, the boy’s grieving mother told the Daily News on Wednesday.

TRASH TALK: Celtics answer Knicks' taunts with big win and profane post-game barbs directed at Carmelo, wife LaLa Anthony

Nearly nine years after the Red Sox became the first team in baseball history to come back from an 0-3 series deficit and humiliate the Yankees with four straight wins, the Celtics suddenly are halfway to another historic Boston-New York turnaround.

Expert: Swimsuit designer may have died of drugs

Swimwear designer Sylvie Cachay (center) died at SoHo House in 2010 under mysterious circumstances. Authorities say her boyfriend murdered her. A stunning swimsuit designer allegedly slain by her drug-addled playboy boyfriend at the SoHo House had a cocktail of pills in her system that may have actually been responsible for the death, a defense witness testified Wednesday.

Coney Island Mermaid Parade may get sunk this year

Andrea Ivory aka Miss Poison Ivory dressed up her dog Homer at the Mermaid parade in Coney Island. with local man James Malloy passing by. Organizers of the yearly spectacle of scantily clad sea creatures said they are buried under so much Superstorm Sandy debt they can’t afford to put on the June 22 show.

Does Brad still have a hold over Jen? Aniston wedding on hold because of Brangelina's nuptials: report

Jennifer Aniston reportedly tried to push up her wedding to avoid any overlap with the wedding of ex-husband Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie — but now she wants to push it back. Aniston and Pitt may have divorced in 2005 but according to an Us Weekly report, the 44-year-old actress may still have her ex-husband on the brain.

WATCH as elementary school principal charged with DUI removes her handcuffs in cop car

Houdini with a hangover: Kim Warren, 44, principal of Deerfield Elementary School in Novi, Mich., was taken into custody after allegedly swerving all over the road. She was handcuffed but had little difficulty removing the restraints. Kim Warren, 44, principal of Deerfield Elementary School in Novi, Mich., was allegedly seen swerving all over the road. Arresting officers found an open vodka bottle by her feet.

Spelling isn't Starbucks' strong suit: Woman named Virginia gets cup with vagina label

It could have been worse: A Starbucks in Hong Kong, unable to properly spell “Virginia,” wrote a woman's name as ”Vagina.” On a previous visit, ner name was rendered as “Virgin.” A Hong Kong outlet outlet of the global coffee chain did not please customer Virginia Goh with its latest mangling of her fir st name.

Trial of Philly doc accused of killing babies enters second day of deliberations

In this undated photo provided by the Philadelphia District Attorney's Office, shows a procedure room at the Women's Medical Society in Philadelphia. Abortion doctor Kermit Gosnell, who catered to minorities, immigrants and poor women at the Women's Medical Society, was charged Wednesday Jan. 19, 2011, with eight counts of murder in the deaths of a patient and seven babies who were born alive and then killed with scissors, prosecutors said Wednesday.  A Philadelphia jury began its second day of deliberations on Wednesday in the murder trial of a doctor accused of killing babies and a patient during late-term abortions at a clinic serving low-income women. Dr. Kermit Gosnell, 72, who ran the now-shuttered Women's Medical Society Clinic, could face the death penalty if convicted by the jury in Common Pleas Court in Philadelphia.

'Morning after' pill now available over-the-counter for 15 year olds in wake of FDA court ruling

This undated image made available by Teva Women's Health shows the packaging for their Plan B One-Step (levonorgestrel) tablet, one of the brands known as the "morning-after pill." The Plan B morning-after pill is moving over-the-counter, a decision announced by the Food and Drug Administration just days before a court-imposed deadline. On April 30, 2013, the FDA lowered to 15 the age at which girls and women can buy the emergency contraceptive without a prescription — and said it no longer has to be kept behind pharmacy counters. Instead, the pill can sit on drugstore shelves just like condoms, but that buyers would have to prove their age at the cash register. (AP Photo/Teva Women's Health) The Obama administration is making the morning-after pill an over-the- counter drug — and lowering the minimum age for buying the emergency contraceptive from 17 to 15.

President Obama to name former Rep. Melvin Watt for housing post

SEPT. 2012 FILE PHOTO President Barack Obama intends to nominate veteran Rep. Melvin Watt to head the Federal Housing Finance Agency, the government regulator that oversees lending giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and he has chosen a former cable and wireless industry lobbyist to head the Federal Communications Commission, according to White House officials.

Wyclef Jean’s shady charity Yele Haiti hit with $100K lawsuit

Hip hop icon Wyclef Jean’s former charity Yele Haiti is being sued by HVS Global Hospitality Services. Wyclef Jean's scandal-scarred Yele Haiti foundation is being sued by a hospitality firm that says the now-defunct charity owes it $108,972. Yele stiffed HVS Global Hospitality Services for job training it gave to Haitians in 2011 at the charity's request, HVS claimed in a lawsuit filed in Manhattan Supreme Court.

Peeping perverts hiding in ceiling of women's bathroom in movie theater crash to the floor

26-year-old Eduard Petrovich Kovynev is one of two men arrested in spying on women going about their business in Venture Value Cinema in Duluth, Georgia. Eduard Petrovich Kovynev, 26, and Eduard Alexander Kovynev, 27, fell to the floor Sunday evening at Venture Value Cinema in Duluth, Georgia.

Power plant stricken in tsunami now leaking radioactive water

Members of the media wearing protective suits and masks are escorted by TEPCO employees to the Common Pool Building for spent fuel pool, where the nuclear fuel rods will be stored for decommissioning, as they visit at Tokyo Electric Power Co. (TEPCO)'s tsunami-crippled Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant in Fukushima prefecture, March 6, 2013, ahead of the second-year of anniversary of the March 11, 2011 tsunami and earthquake. Members of the media were allowed into the plant on Wednesday ahead of the second-year anniversary of the March 11, 2011 tsunami and earthquake, which triggered the world's worst nuclear crisis since Chernobyl. REUTERS/Issei Kato (JAPAN - Tags: DISASTER ANNIVERSARY ENERGY) - RTR3EMUK The Japanese nuclear plant stricken by a deadly tsunami two years ago is facing the dire issue of containing radioactive waste water, as operators rush to repair yet another possible disaster.

Man attacked by power saws meets MTA worker who saved his life

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi A subway rider attacked by a power saw-wielding lunatic might have been killed if not for a quick-thinking transit worker, court testimony revealed Tuesday. MTA construction worker Carlos Roman scared off Tareyton Williams by pretending police were closing in. "Police!

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Accused 'pimp cop' launches $30M lawsuit against NYPD detective posing as hooker named 'Candy' that got him fired

The NYPD cop fired for allegedly pimping out women is suing the sexy undercover detective code-named "Candy" who posed as a hooker to take him down.

They called her what? Amanda Knox tells Diane Sawyer shocking name hurled at her in court

‘I’d like to be reconsidered as a person,’ tells Diane Sawyer. ‘What happened to me was surreal, but it could have happened to anyone.’ Amanda Knox is pouring out secrets in a series of “exclusive” interviews designed to coincide with Tuesday’s release of her explicit memoir “Waiting to be Heard.”

Ricin found in studio used by poison letter suspect: prosecutors

James Everett Dutschke has been charged in the investigation of poisoned letters sent to President Obama and other officials. a U.S. senator and a Mississippi judge. Ricin was found in the former martial arts studio of the man suspected of sending poison letters to President Barack Obama and other public officials, and was also discovered on a dust mask and other items he threw in the trash, federal prosecutors said in a court document made public Tuesday.

Miley Cyrus on edge: 'I don't have time' to be with fiancé Liam

EXCLUSIVE: Bill would raise the bar for NYCHA's plan to lease public land for luxury developments

State Sen. Brad Hoylman filed the bill on Friday. Hoylman said NYCHA has been too secretive. “They’ve been confusing and dismissive.” Manhattan legislators want to make the Housing Authority dramatically increase public input into its plan to lease land for luxury housing. The officials filed a bill requiring NYCHA — which they charge has been secretive in pushing the proposal — to face the same tough scrutiny ordinary developers endure, the Daily News has learned.

Who needs a paintbrush? Artist uses jet engine thrust to create unbelievable work

SALESOUT NARCH EUO 3TP The hurricane-force thrust from a jet engine pushes Tarinan von Anhalt into the air as she splatters an array of colors into the wind and onto a blank canvas to create the abstract designs she has become known for.

NYPD cop busted for stealing thousands of dollars in illicit welfare benefits

A member of the NYPD, Nivia Fontanez, 31, allegedly received $12,000 in health insurance benefits she wasn't entitled to before joining the force in 2008. She's been suspended from the force pending the case's outcome of the case. Nivia Fontanez, 31, allegedly fleeced Medicaid out of $12,000 in health insurance benefits for which she was ineligible, according to court documents.

Bush opens presidential library to the public

Former President George W. Bush poses with Texas students picked to be the first official guests of his presidential library on its opening day. The George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum opened to the public Wednesday, with the 43rd president greeting 43 area schoolchildren who were its first visitors.

Talk about a Bad Samaritan! Crook offers to help 81-year-old man and then robs him blind

The NYPD is seeking this man in connection with a Jan. 29 robbery in the East Village. The suspect befriended the victim, 81, and offered to assist him with his errands. As they returned to his residence, the suspect grabbed the victim and stole his wallet. The suspect met the 81-year-old victim on Jan. 29, helping him with errands that afternoon before escorting him home, where he robbed his victim.

EXCLUSIVE: Juvenile reform program creating 'threat to public safety': judge

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi A ballyhooed program to turn young lives around instead turned dozens of underage criminals loose on city streets over a scary six-month stretch.

Website will pay man who lost life savings $2,600 for giant dreadlocked stuffed banana

Gribbohm, 30, has 18,000 likes on CollegeHumor and 11,500 on Facebook. The cumulative total is enough for CollegeHumor to buy the coveted stuffed, dreadlocked fruit Gribbohm received as a consolation prize. It took $2,600 — Henry Gribbohm’s entire life savings — for him to win a giant dreadlocked stuffed banana while playing “Tubs of Fun” at a New Hampshire carnival. Lucky for him, it’s a sellers market for owners of the behatted Rastafarian fruit.

Father of Boston Marathon spectator wrongly branded as a possible bombing suspect talking to lawyers: report

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi The father of a young Massachusetts man who was featured in a photo on the front page of the New York Post under the headline “Bag Men” is talking to lawyers.

Mexico City subway baby gets free rides for life: mayor

Mexico City Mayor Miguel Angel Mancera announced on Tuesday that the yet-unnamed baby will get to ride the subway free of charge for life. Mexico City’s mayor says a baby boy born in one of the city’s subway stations will be allowed to ride the trains free for life. The baby’s 22-year-old mother was trying to take the subway to the hospital when she went into labor Tuesday.

GOP governors McDonnell, Jindal beset by setbacks as they eye 2016

Bob McDonnell of Virginia (right) and Bobby Jindal of Louisiana (left) are struggling with complications that might crimp their national ambitions. Republican governors are often seen as innovative policymakers and potential presidential candidates, but a few are struggling with political or ethical problems that might crimp their ambitions.

What would Jesus do? Drunk ex-con kicked out of church after expletive-laced rant ends up bloody and barely alive in hospital

John Strother was bounced from Harlem church Sunday. A intoxicated man filled with the unholy spirit slammed his head on the ground after he was booted from a Harlem church, leaving him near death in an intensive care unit, police said.

Zimbabwe soldier's shock claim: I was kidnapped by gang of four women, raped, then stoned

Cops in Zimbabwe say the 25-year-old was willingly picked up April 19 by two women and a man in a Mercedes Benz who offered him a ride to the city of Mutar — but after an hour, they changed directions. A soldier was kidnapped and repeatedly raped by a gang of women for four days before being dumped on a remote mountain range and stoned, police said.

Woman busted for swapping Starbucks juice with bottles containing rubbing alcohol

Why Ramineh Behbehanian, 50, might have been poisoning orange juice bottles at a San Jose Starbucks is unknown. Ramineh Behbehanian, 50, was allegedly spotted by other customers placing newly contaminated containers into fridges 3:45 p.m.

EXCLUSIVE: Hot-headed NYPD sergeant allegedly chokes fellow officer in midtown stationhouse

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi An NYPD sergeant who cost the city hundreds of thousands of dollars for roughing up an ex-Playboy Playmate is facing a new lawsuit for violently choking a fellow officer in a midtown station house, the Daily News has learned.

Cops charge man with raping Columbia student he met online after spiking her drink with liquid ecstasy at NYC hotel

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Battery Park City is the hotel where the pair allegedly went upstairs to a room, which Ahearn paid for. Sean Ahearn of Oakdale, L.I., met the 26-year-old woman online and then got together in person at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Battery Park City about 8 p.m. on April 7, the sources said.

Is fasting good for you? Study says intermittent periods of drastic calorie restriction may curb diabetes, heart disease

The Fast Diet book cover The latest diet craze that has taken Britain by storm in recent months has received a boost from a newly released study which found that intermittent fasting can help those with diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

Mariah and Nick renew vows at Disneyland with twins by their side

'Ching-chong, chop-suey': GM pulls racist ad

A still from the "offensive" Chevrolet ad. General Motors finds itself in a hot water after releasing an ad chock full of Asian stereotypes.

Man who packed parachutes for ‘71 skyjacker D.B. Cooper killed in Seattle

AP PROVIDES ACCESS TO THIS PUBLICLY DISTRIBUTED HANDOUT PHOTO PROVIDED BY THE KING CO. SHERIFF'S DEPT. The man who packed the parachutes used by infamous skyjacker D.B. Cooper more than four decades ago has been identified as the victim of a homicide in Washington state.

Teen girl forced by adoptive mother to impregnate herself with donor sperm purchased online

MR A teen girl underwent a living hell when her adoptive mother forced her to become pregnant through artificial insemination in order to provide the mother with a fourth child, British court documents reveal.

Cabdriving Army sergeant says he was attacked by bigoted passenger for being Muslim

"It's a bit ironic that in the military Mohamed's job was to equip his unit with cultural and religious understanding," says attorney Gadeir Abbas of his client, U.S. Army Sgt. Mohamed A. Salim. Muslim U.S. Army Sgt. Mohamed A. Salim served the United States in Iraq and is prepared to defend the country again if called upon — but he apparently still needs to defend himself here at home.

Senior sliced by thug on subway relives horror

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi “He took the two saws and plunged them into my chest!” Michael Steinberg says.

'It's the first time that I cried in the Oval Office': Obama adviser reveals President's somber email day of Newtown massacre

President Obama called the day that the Newtown shooting happened “the worst day of my presidency.” When President Obama teared up while speaking to the nation on the day of the Newtown school shooting, it wasn’t the first time, longtime adviser David Axelrod revealed.
Sports

Cubs chairman threatens to move team from Wrigley

This artist rendering provided May 1, 2013 by the Chicago Cubs shows renovations planned at Wrigley Field. Part of the $500 million renovation plan for the 99-year-old stadium is to build an exterior plaza at the corner of Addison and Sheffield. (AP Photo/Courtesy the Chicago Cubs) The owner of the Chicago Cubs publicly threatened for the first time Wednesday to move the team out of Wrigley Field if his plans for a big, new video screen are blocked, saying he needs millions of dollars in ad revenue to help bankroll the renovation of the storied ballpark.

Hail to the Redtails? Politician proposes name change in D.C.

If a Washington D.C. Council member, logo on Pierre Garcon’s helmet would change from a Redskin to a Redtail. Claiming that the name Redskins is "racist and derogatory," David Grosso says “it's time to make a change,” and call the team the Redtails after the Tuskegee Airmen,the group of African-American pilots who served the U.S. in World War II.

Isola: J.R. returns to Knicks, but his jump shot does not

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Black is the color traditionally worn by the villain, which in Game 6 will most certainly be J.R. Smith, who since hitting Jason Terry in the jaw with his elbow in Game 3 hasn’t hit anything else. He was more useful in his hotel room Sunday.

Warren Moon: CFL not place for Tebow to fix throwing motion

Hall of Fame QB Warren Moon speaks out Tim Tebow struggled to complete passes in the NFL, and the Canadian Football League isn’t the place for him to fine-tune his flawed throwing motion. That’s the opinion of Football Hall of Famer Warren Moon, who says being able to throw is the QB’s “biggest problem.”
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SEE IT: New 'The Wolverine' trailer shows yen for action

Wolverine (Hugh Jackman) has a gentleman’s disagreement with the Silver Samurai (Will Yun Lee) in ‘The Wolverine.’ The claws sure came out Wednesday. Twentieth Century Fox dropped a new trailer for the upcoming superhero flick 'The Wolverine,' with Hugh Jackman back under the fake sideburns of the popular character.

Council bill would end paying for free Sunday parking

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi The frustration of paying for street parking — only to realize it’s Sunday and parking is free — could soon be a thing of the past. A new City Council bill expected to be introduced next week would require the city to shut off Muni Meters during all times when drivers don’t have to pay.

Brooklyn teen's sex abuser sentenced to five years

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi A man who sexually assaulted a Brooklyn boy in a Jewish bath house was sentence to five years in prison Wednesday after hearing his unforgiving victim blame him for ruining his life.

Brother guilty in stolen $5 million lottery ticket case

  Nayel Ashkar, 36, and Andy Ashkar, 34, are facing felony charges after the Onondaga County District Attorney’s Office accused them of scamming a lottery ticket winner out of millions of dollars. Andy Ashkar, 35, was convicted of possession of stolen property for stealing a $5 million lottery ticket from an unsuspecting customer at his family's Syracuse convenience store. His brother, who prosecutors argued helped pull off the scam, was cleared of conspiracy charges.

Montana hospital warns of woman posing as a nurse

MR & PR A woman posing as a health care worker at a Billings hospital accompanied doctors on multiple patient checks, leading Montana health officials to warn employees at other facilities to be on the lookout for an impostor wearing scrubs or a lab coat.

Not so fast! Judge puts brakes on e-hail taxi app — again

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi An appellate court judge is slamming the brakes on the city's controversial e-hail pilot program that allows New Yorkers to request yellow cabs using their smartphones.

X-RATED: Nude model commutes to 'work' but no one pays her any attention

‘Hannibal’ pulled off air by Utah NBC affiliate

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. A Mormon church-owned NBC affiliate in Utah has pulled the “Hannibal” TV show because of its graphic violence.

Teen wins fight to free parents from immigration detention

Maria Christina Martinez and her brother Martin Martinez Jr joyfully reunited with their parents Martin Martinez Sr. and Julia Ochoa, who were released from immigration custody. After weeks home alone, a Newburgh teen has won her fight to get her parents freed from immigration detention. "It was an amazing feeling," said Maria Christina Martinez, 18, on Wednesday. “I was so speechless, I just started crying with happiness.”

Hit show 'Downton Abbey' adds its first black character

George Zimmerman nearly DOUBLES in size since Trayvon Martin shooting a year ago

POOL PHOTO Murder defendant George Zimmerman, accused of killing Florida teen Trayvon Martin last year, tips the scales at more than 300 pounds, undergoing a substantial weight gain since his April 2012 arrest.

High-stakes exams shouldn't count yet: National teachers union boss

Randi Weingarten said the tests are causing destructive anxiety for children. Scores are expected to drop by a third after New York public school students in grades three through eight took the tougher exams last month. They will not receive a curriculum based on the new standards until September. National teachers union boss Randi Weingarten called for a moratorium on consequences from new high-stakes tests in a speech in Manhattan on Tuesday, but city education officials dismissed her as a shill for special interests.

SHOCK VIDEO: Moment U.S. jumbo jet crashes in Afghanistan and bursts into flames, killing 7 people

A civilian cargo plane owned by an American company crashed at Bagram Air Field, north of the Afghan capital, soon after takeoff on Monday, killing all seven people aboard, the U.S.-led military coalition said.

Cops release surveillance video of minivan linked to alleged abduction of Michigan mom

Police say there were no signs of a struggle, suggesting that Jessica Heeringa might have known the man in the van. Police have released surveillance footage of a silver minivan that was linked to the alleged abduction of a Michigan mom.

New York high schooler believed to have suffered from Marfan Syndrome dies on class trip to Disney

Jeffrey Cintron, 17, was rushed to hospital after complaining of a bad back — and was pronounced dead soon after. Jeffrey Cintron, 17, was rushed to hospital Friday evening after complaining of a bad back — he was pronounced dead soon after at 10:45 p.m.

Rolls-Royce Wraith makes London debut at Harrods

Rolls-Royce shows off its nearly $325,000 Wraith at London's iconic Harrods department store. Rolls-Royce rolls out its latest luxury sports coupe, the Wraith, at London's iconic Harrods department store until May 4.

FBI questions link between Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell and CEO donor who gave him thousands

Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell speaks at the Opportunities in Motion Commonwealth of Virginia Governor's Transportation Conference in Vienna, VA on December 5, 2012. The FBI has begun looking at the relationship between Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell and the chief executive of a nutritional supplements manufacturer that is the subject of an investigation: report.

'We’ll have to put locks on the fridge and cupboards': Rare disorder means 5-year-old girl can't stop eating - she's always hungry!

When it comes to eating, 5-year-old Ava Carvey has no limit. She suffers from a rare genetic disorder called Prader-Willi syndrome that causes her to be constantly hungry — no matter how much food she’s consumed.

Possible coverup by Michael Jackson's jailed doc becomes focus in civil trial

POOL PHOTO FRIDAY, OCT. 21, 2011 FILE PHOTO. The cardiologist convicted of involuntary manslaughter in Michael Jackson’s death called his mistress while riding in the ambulance taking the singer to the hospital — evidence he may have requested help in covering his tracks, it was revealed during testimony Wednesday in the Jackson family's civil suit.

Cabbie accused of mowing down passengers cleared of attempted murder charges

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi A cabbie accused of nearly killing a man after mowing down him and another passenger after he declined take to the Bronx beat the attempted murder rap Wednesday, but was convicted on two lesser counts.

Petition to close Guantanamo Bay tops 75,000 signatures

Roughly 100 prisoners at the facility are reportedly on a hunger strike to protest their indefinite detentions. A petition to close Guantanamo Bay by the former chief prosecutor of terrorism trials topped 75,000 signatures in less than 24 hours, following President Obama’s renewed vow to address the thorny issue.

'Dead Man's Turn' wipeout: WATCH as motorcyclist slams into bicyclists and sends one rider flying backwards

Cameraman Ken Snyder has been shooting video of wipeouts on the hazardous turn for four years but Saturday's collision was the only time he ever saw a motorcycle take out two bikes.

'Ya better not snitch on a playa?' PepsiCo yanks Mountain Dew ad dubbed racist

PepsiCo said it pulled the ad after it found out that people were offended by it. The soda and snack food company said it immediately pulled the 60-second spot after learning that people found it was offensive.

Obama signs bill ending FAA furloughs of air traffic controllers

JULY 1, 2010 FILE PHOTO President Barack Obama has signed into law a bill to end furloughs of air traffic controllers. The furloughs stemmed from the automatic, across-the-board spending cuts that started taking effect in March.
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'He was sure to win, but destiny has taken his life': Indian stuntman dies trying zipline across river using his ponytail

Sailendra Nath Roy had an impressive daredevil history. Last year, he used his ponytail to pull a train and four train cars. In 2007, he swung between two buildings with his ponytail tied to a rope. Officials say Sailendra Nath Roy, 49, was halfway across the Teesta River in West Bengal when he suffered a massive heart attack and died.

New York man charged with tossing girlfriend's dachshund pup out 6th floor window

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi A Bronx man callously killed his girlfriend's 6-month-old dachshund by tossing it out a sixth-story window Monday afternoon, later saying he didn't "give a f--k about the dog," prosecutors said.
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Confidenti@l: LiLo bringing big-time baggage to rehab

That’s Lindsay Lohan in the background of her Instagram photo, with some of the 270 outfits she’ll need for rehab. On the eve of her sixth trip to rehab, drama queen Lindsay Lohan was still struggling with what to wear and which facility to choose.

Martha's in the market for a younger man

The domestic diva, who goes by “thegoodlonglife” on Match.com, said during a Monday appearance on the “Today” show that she is indeed using the online match-making website to find a mate.

See the downward spiral of Amanda Bynes as she posts increasingly bizarre photos

Amanda Bynes has been sporting some eccentric looks - and burning up twitter - since hitting NYC From posting bizarre selfies and oversharing on Twitter to her ever changing look, Amanda Bynes seems to have gone off the deep end. Check out her downward spiral.

WINNING! Jon Cryer gets big pay raise for 'Two and a Half Men'

MANDATORY CREDIT; NO ARCHIVE; NO SALES; NORTH AMERICAN USE ONLY As the show’s only remaining original star, Jon Cryer will be raking in about $620,000 an episode starting next season, sources said.

Khloe Kardashian opens up about body image issues

Khloe Kardashian says she probably felt prettier before she entered the spotlight, ‘because being compared to somebody else every day does sort of beat up your spirit and soul.’ British Cosmo hits newsstands Thursday. Khloe Kardashian opens up to the June issue of British Cosmopolitan about her struggle with her body image and the pressure to get pregnant. "I'm confident in who I am. I've always known that I'm not Kim and I'm not Kourtney.

PHOTOS: Knicks fall to Celtics in Game 5 and are forced to head back to Boston

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Carmelo Anthony was hit, shoved and eventually taunted as the Knicks lost Game 5 to the Celtics at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday.

The new 'It Girl' Princess 'Sofia' rocks fashion world with an assist from Project Runway's Tim Gunn

There’s a new “It Girl” who holds stylish moms and their children in thrall and has fashion’s unofficial mentor, “Project Runway’s” Tim Gunn, guiding her every move.

Victoria Beckham shows off new short hairdo

Victoria Beckham posted this image to Twitter. Instead of her usual don’t-even-think-about-messing-with-me look, the former Spice Girl looked soft and beautiful when she posted Instagram pics showing off her new haircut.

Amanda Bynes posts photos of herself in lacy bra

"About to put on makeup! I weigh 135, I've gained weight! I need to be 100 lbs!" Amanda Bynes, 26, posted Twitter photos of herself in her bra on Tuesday. Amanda Bynes shared racy photos with her legions of Twitter followers Tuesday, but instead of teasing her toned body with the skimpy lingerie, the troubled starlet raised even more concerns about her weight issues.

PHOTOS: Angelina Jolie was a stunner long before she was star

Coleman-Rayner. Los Angeles,CA,USA. Collect photos of 16 year old Angelina Jolie is seen posing seductively for the camera in never-before-seen stills from a lost roll of film, revealing that from an early age, the young beauty was destined for stardom. Black and white photos uncovered from fashion photographer Sean McCall's shoot with the teenage star show her in a black lace ensemble, one-piece bathing suit, a sexy silk black dress, a bikini, a one piece bathing suit, and skin tight leather top with leggings. and a promising future in modeling. Although Angelina Jolie had a promising future in modeling, the star decided very early that she had her sights set on acting. CREDIT LINE MUST READ: Sean McCall/Coleman-Rayner Tel US (001) 323 545 7584 - Mobile Tel US (001) 310 474 4343 - Office glen@coleman-rayner.com See all of Hollywood's favorites before they were ever stars.

The older Jennifer Aniston is, the sexier she gets

She’s still got it! Jennifer Aniston stuns in a sexy low-cut dress at the launch of yoga instructor Mandy Ingber’s new book ‘Yogalosophy.’ Jennifer Aniston can still rock a little black dress, and make it look easy. The 44-year-old stunner showed off her hot Hollywood physique at an event for one of her favorite ways to keep in shape - yoga.

May Day 2013 around the world

Members of the Cam Valley Morris Men dance at a May Day dawn celebration in front of St. Michael's Tower on Glastonbury Tor on May 1, 2013 in Glastonbury, England. Although more synonymous with International Workers' Day, or Labour Day, May Day or Beltane is celebrated by druids and pagans as the beginning of summer and the chance to celebrate the coming of the season of warmth and light. Other traditional English May Day rites and celebrations include Morris dancing and the crowning of a May Queen with celebrations involving a Maypole. In Glastonbury, England people are celebrating May Day while in Istanbul, police and protesters are clashing. May Day, May 1, 2013, traditionally marks the coming of spring and the fight for labor rights.

Leo makes 'Gatsby' co-star Carey Mulligan blush

Carey Mulligan spotted with her engagement ring on Sept. 27, 2011 at an Australia airport. Blond bombshell Carey Mulligan went from jazz age to floral chic for the cover of the June issue of Harper's Bazaar UK. The "Great Gatsby" star, 27, opened up about her role in the hotly anticipated Baz Luhrmann film, describing her difficulty inhabiting the character of Daisy Buchanan.

What's Gwyneth Paltrow's explicit sex advice for fighting couples?

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It's really over: Bethenny Frankel, Jason Hoppy near divorce settlement

-ALLCOUNTRY The Skinnygirl mogul is almost a single girl.

PHOTOS: Andy Dick gets the boot from 'Dancing With the Stars'

Andy Dick and Sharna Burgess on "Dancing with the Stars" season 16. The comedian was forced to hang up his ballroom shoes.

Zoe Saldana: 'I worship men’

Zoe Saldana thinks men are ‘Adonises.’ She's the object of affection to many men, and Saldana wants them all to know she loves them, too.

Deanna Durbin, child star from Depression era, dies at 91

Canadian singer-actress Deanna Durbin has died at the age of 91. Durbin became one of the world's highest paid actresses.

Larry Flynt backs ‘sex pioneer’ Mark Sanford

Flynt said “no one has done more to expose the sexual hypocrisy" of American values.

Jason Collins' ex-fiancé tells the News she never suspected he was gay

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Madonna's daughter dyes her hair emerald green

Lourdes Leon shows off her green locks while out and about in New York City on Saturday. Last year, she shaved half her head. The 16-year-old was spotted with a shocking new hue for her hair: emerald green.

Carrie Fisher gets personal trainer ahead of 'Star Wars' film

Carrie Fisher reveals at a Canadian comic book convention that she’s been given a personal trainer for ‘Star Wars: Episode VII.’ A personal trainer is helping Fisher get back into “Return of the Jedi” shape.

PHOTOS: Couples say 'I do' as Colo. recognizes same-sex civil unions

Fran (R) and Anna Simon kiss with their license and son Jeremy (L) just after midnight after being the first to get a civil union in Denver May 1, 2013. Colorado joined eight states that recognize civil unions or domestic partnerships in lieu of gay marriage, according to the Human Rights Campaign. Denver couples flocked to the courthouse to tie the knot on Tuesday.

Bye-bye laundry! Shirt lasts 100 days without washing

The wool oxfords can be worn for up to 100 days without washing, according to hopeful fashion brand Wool & Prince. A fashion brand is launching a button-down that can be worn up to 100 times without washing.

PHOTOS: Kim goes on red alert

After a short Greece vacation with her family, pregnant reality star Kim Kardashian reunited with her rapper boyfriend Kanye West for some retail therapy in Paris, France on April 30, 2013. With a Kimye baby on the way, all eyes are on Kim Kardashian -- especially when it comes to her clothes.

WATCH: Willie Nelson auditions to play Gandalf in Conan spoof

"You shall not pass an unlit joint, man," Nelson declares, waving a staff. "That's just not cool." Nelson made a fake audition reel for the upcoming "Hobbit" sequel.

New trend in running: The nighttime party race

Electric Run is a series of nighttime 5K and 10K races. More people are taking part in 5K or 10K events organized past sunset.

Delta transforms NYC building into mini airport

It's a promotion for the company’s state-of-the-art, $1.4 billion Terminal 4 opening May 24 at JFK.

NYC school becomes first to go vegetarian

Schools Chancellor Dennis Walcott and student Arianna Francisco have a vegetarian meal together on Tuesday at PS 244. Public School 244 in Flushing is the first public school in the nation to serve all-vegetarian meals.

Photo of Michael Jackson's corpse in shown in court

FEB. 1, 1993 FILE PHOTO. 20200 Emotions ran high in the wrongful death trial against concert promoter AEG Live.

Confidenti@l: Gov. Andrew Cuomo finds Fred Dicker bio degradable

Gov. Cuomo has reached a deal to write an autobiography, a maneuver that sidelined a book that was expected to be critical of him. Chatter is that Dicker shot himself in the foot with his treatment of Cuomo.

Emma Stone, Colin Firth cast in Woody Allen’s next film

Emma Stone and Colin Firth will star in Woody Allen’s next film, to be shot in France. Stone and Firth are headed to France to star in the iconic director's next comedy.

Ireland Baldwin: I'm much more than a 'thoughtless little pig'

Alec Baldwin has moved on from blowing up at his daughter, says Ireland Baldwin. Alec's daughter speaks out about the infamous voicemail.

‘House of Cards,’ Frank Ocean top Webby Awards

AP PROVIDES ACCESS TO THIS PUBLICLY DISTRIBUTED HANDOUT PHOTO PROVIDED BY NETFLIX FOR EDITORIAL PURPOSES ONLY. Netflix’s groundbreaking show may be the first digital series nominated for a best drama Emmy.

PHOTOS: Breathtaking shots from around the world

A member of the Free Syrian Army points his weapon through a hole in a wall as he takes up a defensive position during clashes with forces loyal to Syria's President Bashar al-Assad in Aleppo's Salaheddine district, April 30, 2013. Stunning news photos from every corner of the globe.

Tim McGraw sued again by former record label

Tim McGraw has been in hot water with Curb Records since 2011. The Nashville-based company filed a suit against McGraw for copyright infringement.

Round 2: Oscar De La Hoya's assault accuser hopes to get $5M case reinstated

Angelica Marie Cecora, outside the Manhattan Appeals Court on Tuesday, says she had consensual sex with boxer Oscar De La Hoya in 2011, but she alleges that on the same night he also forced her to have intercourse three times. A tiny blond bombshell who lost a bout with boxer Oscar De La Hoya last year got back into the ring Tuesday when she pressed her assault claim against the world champ. Angelica Marie Cecora’s lawyer, Tony Evans, urged a panel of appellate judges to overturn a lower court decision that said Cecora’s $5 million assault case was a “frivolous” attempt to harass Mexico’s Golden Boy.

PHOTOS: Leggy ladies audition for Rockette Christmas Spectacular

Dancers audition to be a part of The Rockettes Radio City Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall in New York City on April 30, 2013. It may only be spring, but the Rockettes are already preparing!

PHOTOS: Top sellers at Don Davis classic car auction

This American curiosity - the only one of its type in the world - failed to hit its pre-sale estimae ($900,000 to $1.2 million) but the one-time Indy 500 pace car still managed to sell for $880,000. With four cars going for over $1M, the annual auction brings together some of the greatest cars on Earth.

Lindsay Lohan gets the hook! Troubled starlet's Porsche towed

-ALLCOUNTRY LiLo had her fine ride was found illegally parked.

'Teen Mom' star: $1M porn video payday will fund Masters degree

Farrah Abraham is cashing in on her sex tape after inking a nearly $1 million deal with Vivid Entertainment. Now, one day after news of the deal came out, the “Teen Mom” is looking towards the future and said she intends to use the money she earns from her skin flick to fund her dreams.

French chateau that inspired Cinderella on the market for a cool $27M

The gorgeous French chateau is said to be one of Walt Disney’s inspirations for Cinderella’s castle. Prince Charming is not included in the asking price.

PHOTOS: Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands gives up her throne

Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands abdicates throne to son Willem-Alexander Willem-Alexander became the new Dutch king.

Paris Jackson and estranged mom reunite for lunch

Michael Jackson's daughter Paris Jackson and her biological mother Debbie Rowe out for lunch at Fire Island Grill in Palmdale, California on April 28, 2013. Michael Jackson's daughter was spotted hanging out with Debbie Rowe.

PHOTOS: Drew's new do is return to old color

Drew Barrymore shows off her new blond hair. Drew Barrymore goes back to blond.

Bipolar Zeta-Jones checks into clinic

Catherine Zeta-Jones out and about in New York City. Catherine Zeta-Jones has returned to treatment for her bipolar disorder. Zeta-Jones, 43, has "proactively checked into a health care facility," her rep confirmed to People magazine.

Selena Gomez posts sexy shot from music video shoot

Selena Gomez posted a Twitter photo of her filming her new music video with the caption: "Music video for Come and Get It coming to you guys really soon." Selena Gomez shows of her wet and wild side on set of her new music video. Gomez exuded the "Come & Get It" ethos in this sultry shot that she posted of herself stripped down to promote her latest single.

Pink's shock claim: 'I'm a reformed slut'

Pink is featured in the June 2013 issue of Glamour Magazine.  Pink keeps her feet on the ground for the cover of Glamour magazine.

'Kinky Boots' leads Tony Award nominees with 13

Billy Porter, Annaleigh Ashford and Stark Sands in Kinky Boots. Photo credit - Sean Williams The musical by Cyndi Lauper and Harvey Fierstein earned more nods that any other show.

Want to be a winner? Read the Daily News Kentucky Derby power rankings

This year’s ‘Run for the Roses’ at Churchill Downs is scheduled for Saturday, May 4. The run for the roses takes place Saturday.

Kelly Rutherford: I’m on the ‘brink of bankruptcy’

‘Gossip Girl’ actress Kelly Rutherford says her nasty divorce and custody battle with her ex-husband has left her virtually penniless. The "Gossip Girl" actress says she is nearly broke because of a nasty custody battle with her ex.

REVIEW: 'Iron Man 3' is a FOUR-STAR blast

"Marvel's Iron Man 3" Tony Stark/Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr.) Ph: Zade Rosenthal  2012 MVLFFLLC. TM &  2012 Marvel. All Rights Reserved. 'Iron Man 3' is an atomic-powered Exhibit A of how to keep a superhero franchise from rusting out.

Confidenti@l: Hotelier Vikram Chatwal's free dinner is a hit

After a dustup with diners at his hotel, Vikram Chatwal ended up the perfect host — he comped their dinner. Chatwal comped the meal for the table of about 10 men he had brawled with.

Maria Shriver returning to NBC News as ‘special anchor’

Maria Shriver will be returning to the air as a special anchor for NBC News. Shriver will contribute to a series of 'special projects and prime-time reports.'

71-year-old Martha Stewart wants to 'go to bed with somebody'

Martha Stewart axes employee after she catches him talking behind her back. Look out, bachelors: Martha Stewart is on the prowl.

Jason Collins comes out: Athletes and fans react

His announcement has started the conversation about gay athletes.

‘Girls’ creator Lena Dunham eyes $4.5M penthouse in Brooklyn

Brooklyn's best “Girl” looked at its best loft.

Jacko wrongful death trial opens with fireworks

FILE PHOTO Lawyer slams AEG Live as "ruthless" for hiring Conrad Murray.

CNN announces new morning show 'New Day'

CNN announced that its new morning show will be called ‘New Day,’ hosted by Chris Cuomo and Kate Bolduan, with Michaela Pereira . The program will air 6-9 a.m. starting June 10 and will be called "New Day."

PHOTOS: Doutzen Kroes flaunts ABSolutely killer beach bod

April 28, 2013: Dutch model Doutzen Kroes and husband DJ Sunnery James enjoy a day on the beach in Miami Beach, Florida. Mandatory Credit: INFphoto.com Ref: infusmi-13 Who doesn't want to see a supermodel in a teeny bikini?

Amanda Knox 'proud' of one night stands in steamy memoir

Amanda Knox memoir: Plenty of sex, marijuana during Italy study abroad Knox details her sex life and drug use while living in Italy.

PHOTOS: A look inside Georgia school's first integrated prom

Black and white students held an integrated prom on Saturday.

FDA to keep a close eye on caffeinated foods

This product image provided by the Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company shows packaging for Alert Energy Caffeine Gum. The FDA probe follows the launch of Wrigley's Alert Energy Gum.

Robert Downey Jr. plays real hero to NYC kids

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Iron Man proved his mettle. Actor Robert Downey Jr. played the part.

PHOTOS: Kate looks peachy on 2nd wedding anniversary

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge visits Naomi House on April 29, 2103 in Winchester, England. The royal couple celebrate their regal love.

'Teen Mom' star scores nearly $1M for sex tape with porn star

DD2, PAND5, KP4 Farrah Abraham has finally inked a deal with Vivid Entertainment.

Kendall Jenner, still just 17, snaps some very adult photos

Kendall Jenner posted an Instagram photo of her bikini body while vacationing in Greece Kim Kardashian's little sister is acting very grown up.

Bacon-inspired breakfast cocktails avaliable for your drinking pleasure

The new line, under spirit maker Pernod Ricard, also throws pancake and doughnut flavors into the mix.

Country star Jason Aldean files for divorce

LAS VEGAS, NV - APRIL 01: Singer Jason Aldean (R) and Jessica Aldean arrive at the 47th Annual Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 1, 2012 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images) It's official: Jason Aldean and his wife Jessica Ussery have split.

Rihanna gets raunchy on 'Diamonds' tour

Rihanna performs at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey on Sunday night April 28, 2013. Rihanna began her show at the Prudential Center Sunday on her knees.

SWIFT DEAL: Taylor drops $17M — in cash — for her fourth home

Swift even talked down the price, which was originally $20M.

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Sid will sit when Pens take on Isles

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Cards' Pitino looking to add a Kentucky Derby crown

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Faried, Nuggets force Game 6 against Warriors

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Clippers get Zach attacked in 4th, Griz lead series 3-2

Memphis Grizzlies' Zach Randolph, right, shoots as he is defended by Los Angeles Clippers' DeAndre Jordan, left, and Matt Barnes during the second half in Game 5 of a first-round NBA basketball playoff series in Los Angeles, Tuesday, April 30, 2013. The Grizzlies won 103-93. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong) Zach Randolph scored 10 of his 25 points in the fourth quarter and the Memphis Grizzlies capitalized on Blake Griffin’s ankle injury to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 103-93 on Tuesday night, taking a 3-2 lead in their first-round playoff series.

College coach accused of extreme abuse

Green Bay coach Brian Wardle is 47-49 in three seasons with the program. University of Wisconsin-Green Bay coach Brian Wardle stands accused of abuse by two former players — walk-on Ryan Bross and Brennan Cougill. Bross told the Green Bay Press Gazette that Wardle called him homophobic slurs and encouraged him to violate his religious beliefs by having sex with a girl in order to improve his play.

NHL Playoff Preview: Paint it Black? 'Hawks are Cup fav

Can Patrick Kane and the Blackhawks hoist the Stanley Cup yet again in 2013? All signs are pointing to yes. Every NHL team wants to be last season’s Los Angeles Kings, but the question is whether any of them can be this year’s Pittsburgh Penguins and Chicago Blackhawks – the two prohibitive favorites to win the Stanley Cup as the NHL postseason opens on Tuesday night.

Kidd wins NBA sportsmanship award

A MARCH 1, 2013 FILE PHOTO Knicks guard Jason Kidd has become the first player to win back-to-back NBA sportsmanship awards. Kidd received 91 first-place votes from league players and 2,474 total points Tuesday to claim the Joe Dumars Trophy in his first season in New York.

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