MR GRADY'S DAILY BLOG: AMERICAS NEWS

BILLION-DOLLAR BREAKDOWN: Paris Jackson SLIT HER WRIST because she was under intense pressure to testify in family's mega-bucks lawsuit over Jacko's death, sources tell Daily News

Paris Jackson was rushed to the hospital early Wednesday morning, TMZ reports. According to the gossip site, Michael Jackson's 15-year-old daughter may have attempted suicide. The teenager was taken out on a stretcher at 2AM and taken by ambulance to a nearby hospital. read full story »

SNOOP SHOCKER: Secret court orders Verizon to turn over millions of U.S. phone records to NSA on a daily basis

The National Security Agency is gathering telephone records of all Verizon customers — which number in the tens of millions — in the U.S., a bombshell report revealed Wednesday.

WEINER ERUPTS! Mayoral hopeful blows stack at Dem forum after activist asks 'How dare you' run for office after sexting scandal

The ticked-off mayoral candidate clashed at the New Kings Democrats panel in Williamsburg with two questioners.

DIsease Alley: Seven STDs at epidemic proportions in 10457 zip code

Here's one neighborhood where you definitely shouldn’t have unprotected sex, share a needle or stand next to someone coughing.

Andrea, first tropical storm of season, forms over Gulf of Mexico

The first tropical storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, Andrea, formed Wednesday over the Gulf of Mexico and was expected to bring wet weather to parts of Florida’s west coast over the next few days.

A-ROD NIXES MONEYBALL: Alex refuses to pay Bosch, who then cuts deal to help MLB

The owner of the South Florida anti-aging clinic at the center of baseball’s latest doping scandal asked embattled Yankee star Alex Rodriguez for financial help after Major League Baseball filed a lawsuit that alleged he had sold performance-enhancing drugs to Major League Baseball players.

Elisa-BUTTA Canalis flaunts beach body

You really CAN dress for success! Survey shows style of dress at work influences chances of promotion

When it comes to advancing in the workplace, a common saying is often true: You literally can dress for success.

Lawyers spar over colorful mob witness in upcoming 'Whitey' Bulger trial

Lawyers in the case against James (Whitey) Bulger sparred Wednesday over a cast of mob characters who may take the stand next week against the accused former leader of Boston’s Winter Hill Gang.

ELMO IS A COOKIE MONSTER: 'Performer' who went on anti-Semitic rant now accused of extorting $2M from Girl Scouts

A former street performer -- previously busted after shouting anti-Semitic rants while dressed as Elmo in Times Square -- tried to extort $2 million from the Girl Scouts, prosecutors said.

Queens NYPD cop shoots wife to death then commits suicide

An-off duty NYPD officer shot and killed his wife in Queens, then turned the gun on himself in a horrific murder-suicide Wednesday, police sources and witnesses said.

Hero of the Miracle on the Hudson slams proposal to reduce number of pilots in the cockpit

A proposal now under study in Europe that would reduce the minimum number of pilots on a commercial flight from two to one has been branded "ludicrous" by a pilot who should know about such things.

Hamill: anti-gun violence NYPD teen commish makes sense

With all the kids getting shot in this town lately, we could use an NYPD Kid Commish for a Day. So it was a good symbolic gesture on Wednesday morning that Alanna McAuliffe, 17, was sworn in as Commissioner for a Day by full-time Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly at 1 Police Plaza after winning an essay contest.

SNAKE EYES! NYC would be out of luck under new casino bill unveiled by Gov. Cuomo

ALBANY — New York City would be out of luck under a new casino bill unveiled by Gov. Cuomo Wednesday.

No surprise: TSA backtracks on plan to allow small knives on planes

The head of the Transportation Security Administration says he's dropping a proposal that would have let airline passengers carry small knives, souvenir bats, golf clubs and other sports equipment onto planes.

Jenna Fischer's a good girl gone bad

Behold! Kim K nude statue unveiled

SEE IT: Minivan plows into Taco Bell

Three people in Ohio were hurt after a minivan crashed into a Taco Bell around lunch on Tuesday.

WATCH: Tranquilized bear cub falls out of tree after mini-rampage in public park

An young bear’s rampage in Montclair, N.J. sparked a cub-size panic after he roamed the neighborhood to hunt for food, until wildlife officers cornered him in a local park.

Michelle Obama gets ‘in the face’ of lesbian activist who heckled her over gay rights during fundraiser

The First Lady left the lectern where she was speaking and approached Ellen Sturtz. “Listen to me or you can take the mic, but I’m leaving,” Obama warned Sturtz.

Woman killed by drunk driver hours after she gets engaged

Kelly Morehouse, 25, was on the back of fiancé Taylor Rolfson's motorcycle when Tadashi Mizutani allegedly careered his Lexus into them in Huntington Beach.

Connecticut passes bill banning release of Newtown massacre crime scene photos

State lawmakers passed an eleventh-hour compromise bill early Wednesday morning, the final day of the legislative session, preventing the release of crime scene photos and video evidence.

The camera doesn’t lie! Local news reporters caught on-air berating each other claim they’re actually great friends

Just hours after a collection of scathing criticisms and jabs between two on-air reporters took the Web by storm, both women are defending their relationship and behavior as just a bit of harmless "fun."

Chrysler defies government and refuses to recall 2.7 million SUVs over fuel tank leaks that could cause fires in a crash

Chrysler said that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has asked in a letter that the company recall Jeep Grand Cherokees from 1993 through 2004 and Jeep Libertys from 2002 through 2007.

American Indian fined $1,000 and denied diploma for wearing eagle feather at graduation

An actual feather in the cap of a American Indian high school student has literally turned into a thorn in her side after the Alabama school she attended refused to give her a diploma for displaying a cultural icon.

Judge rules to temporarily move girl, 10, to adult transplant list

U.S. District Judge Michael Baylson says he is granting the temporary request because of the severity of Sarah Murnaghan's condition.

Please no, don't bring this back! Teen hacks Vine with Rick Roll

We are no strangers to the Rick Roll or the mobile app Vine for Twitter. You know the rule about only posting videos with a maximum length of 6 seconds, and so do I.

Iraq veteran's rescue dog shot dead in botched raid

Iraq war veteran Adam Arroyo is reeling after cops busted into his Buffalo, New York apartment and fatally shot his rescue dog, Cindy, in what he says is a botched narcotics raid.

PICTURED: 4-year-old girl walking with her grandmother dies after car fleeing cops jumps curb

Police sources say the unidentified girl and her 55-year-old grandmother were on Amsterdam Ave. near W. 97th St. at 8:15 a.m. when the car hit them.

Special delivery: Spanish town mails dog droppings back to offending hound owners

Residents not scooping the poop in the town of Brunete, 20 miles west of Madrid, are finding their pooch's feces turning up on their doorsteps in official "Lost Property" boxes.

Texas high school track coach had ‘ongoing’ sexual relationship with 17-year-old male student: cops

Cross-country running coach Lisa Harroff, 39, is accused of repeatedly meeting up for illicit sex sessions with teenage student over a course of several months.

Too hot for TV? 'Sexist' Pam Anderson ad banned in Britain

The fiesta is over: Taco Bell fires worker who licked taco shells in viral photo

The Taco Bell employee who slobbered his way to Internet infamy by licking a stack of about 30 taco shells in a viral photo Sunday has been suspended and is in the process of being fired — and we're not talking about the hot sauce intensity of his Volcano Burrito.

Bay Area sees crime surge

According to preliminary statistics released Monday by the FBI, 11 of the Bay Area’s 15 largest cities saw higher levels of violent crime in 2012 when compared with the year before.

Obama names embattled UN ambassador Susan Rice as new National Security Adviser

A White House official says Tom Donilon is resigning as President Barack Obama’s national security adviser and will be replaced by Rice, who has been criticized over her account of the Benghazi attack.

Burglary suspect caught after cops trace DNA from beer can

SYRACUSE, N.Y. - Authorities say a burglar's decision to knock back a couple of beers during a break-in at an upstate New York home led to his arrest. Onondaga County prosecutors tell The Post-Standard of Syracuse that 29-year-old Moses Wilson was stealing copper piping from a vacant rental home in Syracuse in early February when he found an unopened case of beer in the basement.

That's one cunning cat! Sneaky feline caught smuggling cell phones into Russian prison camp

Authorities at Penal Colony No. 1 near Syktyvkar apprehended a cat with two contraband cell phones, batteries and chargers taped to his back.

Convicted of child molestation, man may be exonerated in impending report

A Long Island judge has ordered the Nassau County District Attorney’s office to release a report potentially exonerating the subject of the documentary “Capturing the Friedmans” of child molestation charges.

Tampa socialite who received harassing emails from David Petraeus' former mistress sues FBI, Defense Department

Jill Kelley, whose complaint to federal authorities last year led to the resignation of former CIA Director David Petraeus, claims her privacy was violated and is suing for defamation.

SEE IT: Jessica Alba shows off her eco-friendly home

Jury rules in favor of Ohio mom who was fired by Catholic archdiocese for using artificial insemination

CINCINNATI — A jury found an Ohio archdiocese discriminated against a teacher fired after becoming pregnant via artificial insemination, leaving legal experts expecting an appeal they say could have a much wider legal impact.

From Lindsay to Helena: Actresses channel their inner Elizabeth Taylor

Cops investigate Cleveland Indians closer Chris Perez after gets drugs delivered to his home

Police said police found a “controlled substance” and said a lab will determine what was in the package and any charges would follow after that.

Deranged boyfriend arrested after butchering girlfriend, beating another woman and fighting 2 cops

A deranged boyfriend was apprehended Tuesday night after he butchered his flame, beat down another woman and battled two cops while trying to make a getaway in Queens, police sources and witnesses said.

Small honor, big achievement: Gay teens named ‘cutest couple’ in N.Y. high school's yearbook

Dylan Meehan and Brad Taylor, two seniors at Carmel High School in Putnam County, New York, have become the first gay people to be voted “cutest couple” in the school’s yearbook.

‘The demon used my body to kill her’: Dad gets 20 years for exorcism death of 2-year-old daughter

A father pleaded no contest Monday to murdering his two-year-old daughter. The Floyd, Va. resident says he punched and strangled her to death back in an attempt to exorcise the demon he believes possessed her.

Sports

Bergeron nets 2OT goal giving Bruins 3-0 series lead over Pens

Patrice Bergeron scored 15:19 into the second overtime to lead the Boston Bruins to a 2-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins and a 3-0 series lead in the Eastern Conference finals on Wednesday night.

Mariano: A-Rod is still 'family' Yankees won't 'throw him out'

The Yankees were careful to say the right things on Wednesday about the latest controversy in Major League Baseball, and they were all steadfast in support of teammate Alex Rodriguez, the most famous of 20 names linked to the performance-enhancing Biogenesis clinic.

Lawrence: Unlike ’07, LeBron -- now with Heat -- will beat Spurs

LeBron James has been waiting to get back at the Spurs since six long years ago, when he made his NBA Finals debut. The Spurs have been waiting six long years just to get back to the Finals after sweeping James and his Cleveland Cavaliers.

Vonn takes surprise drug test at fashion show

It wasn’t a wardrobe malfunction, but Olympic ski medalist Lindsey Vonn had an unexpected change in her evening itinerary when she attended the Council of Fashion Designers of America Awards ceremony at Lincoln Center Monday.

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Angelina Jolie makes first post-op appearance at 'World War Z' premiere

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Former Charles Manson follower and convicted killer Leslie Van Houten REJECTED in her 20th bid for parole

Ex-Charles Manson follower Leslie Van Houten, 63, told a parole board on Wednesday in detail how committed she was to the murders he ordered, but said she's now trying to live a life for healing.

Oscar Mayer: Forget jewelry, ‘Say it with Bacon’

The supermarket standby is taking their wares online for the first time — selling bacon gift sets in fancy packaging with items like bacon cufflinks, a money clip and a pocket knife.

SEE IT: Hoodlums posing as FedEx workers break into home only to be thwarted by 10-year-old boy

Two armed home invaders dressed as FedEx employees barged into a home in Canarsie, where a scuffle led to the boy shooting at one of the men with the crook’s own gun.

Alabama state senator's wife takes to Facebook to BLAST female constituents: Keep your grubby paws off of my husband!

Heather McGill blasted the temptresses who have emailed Senator Shadrack McGill, a Republican who represents the state's 8th District, and sent him suggestive messages on social media websites.

Texas high school coach busted for teen sex

Cross-country running coach Lisa Harroff, 39, is accused of repeatedly meeting up for illicit sex sessions with teenage student over a course of several months.

Wedding AND baby on the way for Jennifer Love Hewitt

GOP congresswoman told her unborn child has rare and potentially deadly illness

Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler revealed on Monday that the baby suffers from Potter's Syndrome, a serious medical condition that can be deadly.

Victoria Beckham shows up with her favorite man at awards show

Look both ways before your cross! 105-year-old driver - one of the oldest in the world - has NO plans to hang up keys

Bob Edwards, the oldest licensed driver in New Zealand -- and one of the oldest in the world -- has been driving for 88 of his 105 years and has no plans to give it up.

Half off: Chinese shoplifter busted by shopowner, who grabs crook and cuts off her hair — SEE THE VIDEO

Shocked shoppers watched as Wenzhou store owner Lu Sun, 32, pinned down Li Wu and took a pair of scissors to her lusciously long dark locks.

WATCH Israeli politician erupt into laughter after saying the word ‘penetration’ in speech about prisons

Shai Piron was reduced to fits of laughter while delivering remarks to fellow members of the Knesset while talking about a new law against smuggling cell phones into prisons.

Plastic key sold on Amazon for under $11 promises criminals escape from NYPD handcuffs

NYPD Commissioner Raymond Kelly issued an internal alert in May about plastic handcuff keys for sale on Amazon.com that perps can attach to a zipper in case they need to spring themselves.

Teacher accused of having sex with teen female student she told was in her erotic dreams: cops

Kelly Ann Garcia, 29, is accused of seducing the 16-year-old girl by telling her she'd featured in a sex dream. The pair went to a sex shop to buy a toy before going back to Garcia's home for sex.

LISTEN as teen Boston bombing suspect talks to mom from prison and tells her he’s raised money for defense fund

Boston bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev is eating well and making money while he sits in a federal medical detention center awaiting trial, he told his mother in a phone call last week.

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Katz's Deli through the years

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Family of woman raped and suffocated believe priest murdered her in gruesome slay 50 years ago

They are obsessed with bringing Irene Garza's killer to justice. And Garza's cousins, as well as investigators who reopened this cold case in 2002, are convinced that Rev. John Fiet killed her.

Which nations write the angriest online reviews?

A new survey shows that shoppers from New Zealand, Romania and Switzerland have the foulest mouths when it comes to rating products online.

WikiLeaks suspect Bradley Manning worked in relaxed atmosphere in Iraq

The defense in the WikiLeaks trial has revealed that defendant Bradley Manning and other intelligence analysts in Iraq watched movies, played computer games and listened to music when they were supposed to be helping the U.S. capture enemy combatants.

Whole latte love! Coffee shop offers a deal customers are sure to love: Surprise your mate with a kiss & the drinks are free

Visitors to Metro St. James in Sydney are being told to pucker up with their loved ones — and, in exchange, have the check taken care of by the management. "We're bringing romance back!"

My father the hero! Artist sketches her dad as various superheroes

Milan-based artist Giulia Pex has taken pictures of her dad, Enzo Pezzato, doing normal things like trimming the yard, but has then sketched on superhero garb - capes, jet packs, and the occasional mechanical arm.

Weapon of class destruction: Elementary school students suspended for shooting Nerf guns

Several students at an Edmonds, Wash., elementary school were suspended after shooting guns at school - except the weapons were only Nerf guns, and the kids say it was the teacher's idea to bring them to class.

Doctor accused of performing oral sex on 2 patients in his gynecology office: sex assault lawsuit

The two female plaintiffs were identified only by their initials — L.K. and A.Y. Their attorney, Anthony Donofrio, said Dr. Robert Hadden of Tenafly, N.J., performed oral sex on both young women.

NYPD cops shoot and pepper-spray ‘chaniac’ attacking bystanders

Cops shot a chain-wielding maniac in Harlem after he attacked at least one person with the length of heavy metal and then tried to bash an officer Tuesday night, police sources said.

Couple having sex in SUV ran over snitch who called 911: cops

The 20-year-old snitch was knocked down by the GMC SUV in the parking lot of a Super 8 early Tuesday after screaming at the copulating couple to stop.

Murder conviction in slaying of h.s. hoops star

A young man from Manhattan was convicted Wednesday of killing high school basketball star Tayshana (Chicken) Murphy inside the Harlem building where she lived.

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CONFIDENTI@L: Frank Lautenberg's stepdaughter gives emotional sendoff

New York socialite and Sotheby’s real estate bigwig Danielle Englebardt sent a private email to close friends Friday expressing her love for stepfather Sen. Frank Lautenberg, who was remembered Wednesday at his funeral service in New York. “I am very lucky to have had Frank as my stepfather.

RiRi in gay Paree! Rihanna tours Coco Chanel's pad

Rihanna may be a star to her fans all over the globe - - but she just got a chance to get close to an idol of her own. The 25-year-old Barbadian beauty was given a private look at the legendary fashion designer, Coco Chanel’s Paris apartment.

WATCH: TV reporter attacked by dogs, threatened with bat by victim's mom refusing interview

This Rhode Island woman didn't want to talk — and was willing to hurt someone to prove it. A Providence TV crew's attempt at an interview with the mother of a shooting victim never even started as the deranged woman chased the duo away, cursing, threatening with a baseball bat and even siccing two dogs on the petite blond newswoman.

Miss World pageant calls off bikini contest to respect Indonesian Muslims

One hundred thirty-seven women set to compete in this year’s Miss World beauty pageant in Indonesia reportedly won’t wear bikinis because organizers don’t want to offend locals in the Muslim-majority country.

Former 'Baywatch' star encourages fan to reach goal weight

A woman who dreamed of being on “Baywatch” lost more than half her body weight this year, and got the chance to jog alongside one of the show's stars. Meredith Prince, whose episode of “Extreme Weight Loss” aired on ABC on Tuesday, was in for a surprise when she met up with host and fitness guru Chris Powell on the beach nine months into her year-long weight loss journey.

Angelina Jolie wears Brad Pitt-designed bracelet

Brad Pitt's love for Angelina Jolie is out of this world. The 38-year-old actress wore a five-row, sparkling white quartz bracelet to the Berlin "World War Z" premiere Tuesday, which Pitt helped design especially for her.

Kim Zolciak pregnant with her FIFTH child

The 35-year-old reality star is pregnant with her third child with husband Kroy Biermann just nine months after giving birth to their second son, Kash Kade.

Sting readies new album, musical

Sting has turned back to his childhood in the shadow of a struggling shipyard in northern England for a musical that will debut on Broadway next year and his first album of original material in 10 years.

Beyonce 'absolutely' not pregnant: rep

If you’re still pondering the thought as to whether Beyonce is with child, her rep has finally cleared the air. According to Gayle King on “CBS This Morning” she spoke with the 31-year-old singer’s rep who said, “Stop the crazy.

Jack White's donation prevents Detroit concert venue foreclosure

It didn't take a seven-nation army to save Detroit's Masonic temple--just the generosity of hometown hero Jack White. The rocker anonymously donated $142,000 to cover the historic concert venue's back taxes, preventing the building from going into foreclosure.

Emma Watson to return to Brown University this fall

Emma Watson has her priorities in check. The 23-year-old actress is not only on the top of her acting career, but she’s also announced her return to Brown University to complete her degree.

Arsenio’s back with new show, but will anyone watch?

After a lengthy sabbatical from the spotlight, the man who shifted late-night guest lists from names like Liberace to Prince and President Clinton is back.

Angelina celebrates 38th birthday with Brad and kids

Angelina Jolie celebrated her birthday with Brad and their brood. The actress, who turned 38 Tuesday, spent some quality time in Berlin with her family and fiancé on her big day.

John Travolta makes a cameo ... as a wedding crasher

Actor turned wedding crasher. John Travolta made a surprise cameo at a Georgia wedding over the weekend and posed with the couple on their big day after meeting the bride- and groom-to-be at a local bar the night before.

Pippa Middleton lands column series at Vanity Fair

Pippa Middleton has landed a job as a contributing editor for Vanity Fair. The sister of the Duchess of Cambridge and author to party planning book “Celebrate: A Year of British Festivities for Family and Friends” will bewriting about her inside knowledge of Wimbledon for the glossy.

Vera Wang on last-minute red carpet changes 'like having your guts ripped out'

Realizing a star changed her mind about your design and wore someone else’s gown is like “having your guts ripped out,” Vera Wang told Women’s Wear Daily.

WATCH: Bruce Jenner slams Jimmy Fallon over facelift jokes

Bruce Jenner knows how to nurse a grudge. The 63-year-old athlete-turned-reality star swung by "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" to promote the eighth season of "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" on Tuesday night, but instead commandeered the entire interview to talk about his grievances with Fallon.

Jennifer Aniston re-wears red carpet outfit to wedding

It looked so nice, Jen wore it twice. Jennifer Aniston was a repeat fashionista over the weekend at actress Lake Bell's nuptials.

PHOTOS: Joaquin Phoenix is living in the past

Action! Check out these famous actors and actresses on the set of their latest movies.

Keith Olbermann to make TV comeback

The man who perfected the art of burning bridges has been scooped up by Turner Sports.

Tiger back on top ... of Forbes money list

Woods heads the list of the magazine's 100 highest-earning athletes.

CONFIDENTI@L: Hollywood's biggest bloggers locked in epic battle

It’s a battle of the high-powered bloggers — and it just got worse. On Sunday, media writer Sharon Waxman started a war when she posted a story about her rival, Deadline.com’s Nikki Finke, saying Finke was fired by Jay Penske, CEO of Penske Media, which owns Deadline.

Sofia Vergara gets waxed!

Confidenti@l's Marianne Garvey dishes about the statue on VH1's "The Gossip Table."

Was Miguel ordered not to stage dive at Billboard Music Awards?

The "Beautiful" singer ended up injuring a fan in the crowd-surfing stunt.

'Mad Men' actor Jared Harris to wed longtime girlfriend

Harris, 51, got engaged to longtime girlfriend, Allegra Riggio, on June 2 in Malibu.

PHOTOS: BABE WATCH! Smokin' Pam flaunts bikini body

These stars make 40 (and even 50!) look like the new 20.

AEG boss accuses King of Pop's mom of engaging in extortion

Michael Jackson’s octogenarian mom is taking heat, AEG CEO claims.

Pregnant Jennifer Love Hewitt engaged to ‘Client List’ costar

It's a baby and a wedding for Jennifer Love Hewitt!

PHOTOS: Stars gone too soon

Bollywood actress Jiah Khan, 25, died of an apparent suicide.

Jessica Simpson throws baby shower for best friend

Jessica Simpson and CaCee Cobb are bumping together!

Amanda Bynes to 'ugly' ex Kid Cudi: I'm sorry!

Another day, another Twitter apology from Amanda Bynes.

Komen breast cancer foundation cuts walks in 7 cities

The charity suffered a publicity backlash last year after it sought to cut funding to Planned Parenthood.

WATCH brawl at amputee charity soccer match

Passions run high in any international soccer match. Even when that match is for charity.

Have JLaw and her ex rekindled their romance?

Is love back in the air for JLaw and her former flame?

Stay Classy Newseum: 'Anchorman' receives exhibit at news institute

Don't act like you're not impressed.

PHOTOS: My, they’ve changed! Stars BEFORE they became famous

Check out Hollywood's favorites before they were ever celebrities.

PHOTOS: Deadly flooding sweeps through Europe

Floods in Germany, Czech Republic, Austria and Switzerland have left cities completely submerged.

Want to meet Beyonce? You can for $25K charitable donation

Want to meet Beyonce? It will cost you $25,000. The singer and her mother Tina Knowles posted an auction item benefitting the Miss a Meal hunger campaign on Charitybuzz for a chance to spend one day working on the Mrs. Carter Show World Tour.

Glenn Close: My ‘Fatal Attraction’ role ‘played into the stigma’ of mental illness

It is arguably her most famous role, but Glenn Close says her portrayal of vengeful Alex Forrest in "Fatal Attraction" had a fatal flaw — namely, that it contributed to misunderstanding of mental illness.

Miguel may pay — literally — for kicking fan in head

Miguel may be getting ready to adorn one of his female fans with a hefty cash payout. A woman who was kicked in the head during the R&B crooner's Billboard Music Awards performance in May claims to have suffered head trauma that might have caused brain damage - her lawyer told TMZ.

‘Stormchasers’ tribute episode to honor stars killed

Discovery Channel will be airing a special tribute episode of "Stormchasers" to three stars of the show who were killed during the recent Oklahoma tornado. According to the Hollywood Reporter, "Mile Wide Tornado: Oklahoma Disaster" — set to air on Wednesday night — will include highlights and special scenes of all three men.

Paris Jackson gives online makeup tutorial

In a new online video, the daughter of the late Michael Jackson gives a makeup tutorial on how she achieves her signature smoky eye look.

Is your job turning you into a FATTIE? Surprising findings on who packs on the most job-related pounds

A new survey finds that the worst job for weight gain is administrative assistants, with 70 percent packing on the pounds on the job. Other careers that may wreck your waistline: engineer, teacher, nurse, or IT manager.

Kim Kardashian, Kris Humphries divorce finalized

Kim Kardashian is Mrs. Humphries no more. After a legal back-and-forth that lasted many times over the 72-day span of her marriage to NBA star Kris Humphries, Kardashian finalized her long-sought-after divorce.

Channing Tatum: 'I worry about Bieber'

The "Magic Mike" hottie reflected on his own humble upbringing before bursting on the scene in "Step Up," and explains that he worries about young stars like Justin Bieber.

Farrah Abraham agrees to plea deal in DUI case

Farrah Abraham is guilty of reckless pleasure. The “Teen Mom”-turned-sex tape star struck a plea deal in her DUI case, the Douglas County, Nebraska, D.A. Office told TMZ.

French dissed: Roger Federer bounced in quarterfinals

The 17-time Grand Slam champion lost to Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France, 7-5, 6-3, 6-3.

PHOTOS: Kate shows off her pearly whites

The pregnant Duchess of Cambridge continues to dazzle us with class.

PHOTOS: Queen Elizabeth II celebrates 60th anniversary of coronation

The Queen was cheered by thousands of admirers.

‘Teen Mom’ Farrah Abraham agrees to DUI plea deal: report

Abraham is guilty of reckless pleasure.

Confidenti@l: Kathie Lee and Hoda Kotb still pouring it on

Where there is wine, there is “Today” show duo Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb.

Michael Douglas: 'I’ve become a sort of poster boy for oral cancer'

Confidenti@l’s own Marianne Garvey discusses the hot stories of the day on VH1.

Floyd Mayweather places staggering $5.9M BET on Heat to win Game 7 — and they did!

Floyd Mayweather put his money where his heart is.

Channing Tatum and wife name baby daughter Everly

Tatum and Jenna Dewan-Tatum's baby girl's name has been revealed.

PHOTOS: Ireland Baldwin, beau get steamy in Hawaii

Alec Baldwin's daughter shows off her beach body in pic with boyfriend.

Get an inside look at Kim's star-studded baby shower

Kim Kardashian celebrated impending motherhood with a star-studded baby shower in Beverly Hills on June 2, 2013.

PHOTOS: Boom, boom pow! Fergie shows off baby bump

See which stars are expecting and who's showing off their tummy.

Katy Perry & John Mayer just 'hanging out'

Perry and Mayer have reportedly rekindled their once faded love.

Angelina Jolie makes first public appearance since having her double mastectomy

Jolie took to the red carpet to attend Brad Pitt’s "World War Z" premiere in London.

Orphaned polar bear cub Kali to make Buffalo Zoo debut

He has been kept out of the public eye while he got used to his surroundings.

More men sabotaging women's birth control to get the pregnant: study

They're poking holes in condoms and swiping women's birth control.

Leo DiCaprio reprises 'Iron Mask' role for incognito slice of pizza

The man in the iron mask is back, but we're not sure why. In a bizarre attempt to go incognito, "Great Gatsby" star Leonardo DiCaprio put on a dark mask Friday to walk around Venice.

PHOTOS: Breathtaking shots from around the globe

See the most striking news photos from across the globe.

Daredevil shoots AMAZING pics of Italian forest fires

Antonio Grambone, 46, risked his life to capture these riveting images.

JLaw goes nude in blue for 'X-Men'

The cameras are always rolling in Hollywood! When the stars aren't on the red carpet, you'll more than likely find them on set filming their next great blockbuster. Check out these famous actors and actresses in action ...

Inside the 'Game of Thrones' Massacre

The shocking massacre at the heart of Sunday’s “Game of Thrones” might have sickened fans of the show, but the scene was exponentially worse for the actors to film.

Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj ... and her rival headline Summer Jam festival

Hot 97's Summer Jam festival is usually a platform for hip-hop fanatics to see their favorite radio artists perform the season's biggest hits, and at Sunday's Summer Jam XX it was apparent that it's the summer of collaborations.

Tyler, the Creator: ‘That was me' driving Bieber's car

Tyler, the Creator is coming to the defense of his friend Justin Bieber. To dismiss the claims that Keyshawn Johnson saw Bieber behind the wheel of the Ferrari that was dangerously speeding through their gated community, Tyler, 22, confessed it was him.

Facebook pioneer Sean Parker marries singer in dramatic $9M wedding

He’s gone from Facebook to a wedding book as he gets hitched to Alexandra Helen Lenas.

Harry Styles acts as best man at mother's wedding

Harry Styles suited up for what could be his best performance yet. The "One Direction" singer was best man Saturday at his mother's wedding in the town of Congleton in Cheshire, England. The 19-year-old's mother, Anne Cox, wed partner of 12 years, Robin Twist, at Pecks restaurant.

Lululemon yoga pants are back

Lululemon is starting to get its Luon black yoga pants, which were pulled in March for being too sheer, back into its stores.

49ers coach Harbaugh to appear on 'Judge Judy'

San Francisco 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh lost Super Bowl XLVIII to his brother, John, and the Baltimore Ravens. Could he be appealing the decision to "Judge Judy?" Unfortunately, Jim Harbaugh is not taking his case to the famous television court, but he will be on the show - as a member of the audience.

Steven Seagal meets with Russian officials in wake of Boston Marathon attacks

Faded film hero Steven Seagal, who still has the martial arts credentials at 61-years-old but not the movie roles, helped broker an American Congressional delegation’s trip to Russia last week.

‘ORAL SEX CAUSED MY CANCER’: Michael Douglas' shock claim

The 68-year-old actor was incredibly honest in an interview with The Guardian.

Amanda Bynes: 'My dad is as ugly as RuPaul'

Bonkers former child star unleashes new tirade after claiming she got a new nose job.

Debbie Reynolds: 'I wish I had enjoyed more sex'

The Hollywood legend has a lot to be proud of, but her sex life isn't one of those things.

Kim wants to eat her own placenta

Kardashian is all about keeping up with the trends in the name of staying young and beautiful.

Why is Kanye sneaking in to Kim's baby shower?

The rapper pulled a hood over his head on his way to the big party.

Jessica Chastain: I'm not in Hillary Clinton biopic

Chastain says she is not one of the actresses vying for the opportunity to play Clinton.

Angelina Jolie draws raves at ‘World War Z’ premiere

Angelina Jolie teared up as she made her first public appearance since announcing her preemptive double mastectomy, joining boyfriend Brad Pitt Sunday at the London premiere of his new film 'World War Z.'

'Glee's' Charice comes out as lesbian in tearful TV interview

Former “Glee” star Charice Pempengco officially came out in her native Philippines.

Singer/Actress Pia Zadora arrested in domestic abuse

LAS VEGAS — Singer-actress Pia Zadora has been arrested on suspicion of domestic battery and coercion after a disturbance at her Las Vegas home.

PHOTOS: Madonna sparks plastic surgery talk with puffy face

See which stars have (allegedly) upgraded their physical assets, and which say they haven't.

‘After Earth’ left in dust by ‘Fast and Furious 6’

The post-apocalyptic film starring Will Smith and his son earned a meager $27M over the weekend.

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Boston Strong Benefit Concert: An Evening of Support and Celebration

Boston Strong: An Evening Of Support And Celebration included musical acts from Jimmy Buffet, Doug Flutie, James Taylor, Steven Tyler, Donnie Wahlberg, Steven Tyler, J. Geils Band, New Kids on the Block, Boston and Extreme at TD Garden on May 30, 2013 in Boston, Massachusetts.

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Relive the Cannes Film Festival's glamorous past

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Cannes 2013: Stars dazzle at amfAR Cinema Against AIDS gala

Few events boast a guest list quite as dazzling as amfAR's annual Cinema Against AIDS gala, which coincides each year with the Cannes Film Festival in the South of France. From socialites to supermodels to Hollywood heavyweights, see who all arrived at the star-studded benefit ...

Cannes Film Festival 2013: All the red carpet looks

Hollywood has arrived in the French Riviera. The stars put on their red carpet best to attend the glittering festivities of the 66th annual Cannes Film Festival in France for the 12 day film fete. Check out all the stars spotted so far.

Worst fashion moments at Cannes 2013

Turns out some celebrities left their fashion sense back home before heading to the South of France for the Cannes Film Festival. Check out the worst fashion missteps spotted at the festival this year.

World's largest LEGO replica lands in New York City

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Vanderbilt Cup: New York's auto racing history

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FAIL! Worst parent blunders of all time

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Billboard Music Awards 2013: Best and worst looks

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Hottest stars in the sci-fi universe

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'90s teen heartthrobs: Where are they now?

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Prince Harry's American tour: Inside the royal redhead's travels

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Kate Moss strips down for St. Tropez campaign

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Kate Upton sizzles on the cover of Vogue

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Miley Cyrus tops Maxim's Hot 100 List

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Celebrities and their old-time look-alikes

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Did Tiger Woods have TOO much fun at the Met Gala?

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Met Gala 2013 red carpet: Best and worst looks

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Notre Dame refuses to release top recruit Vanderdoes

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Roethlisberger undergoes ‘minor’ knee surgery

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Sharapova rallies past Jankovic into French semis

Maria Sharapova shrugged off losing the first six games and swept the last four to reach the French Open semifinals. The defending champion overcame a miserable start in the quarterfinals Wednesday to beat Jelena Jankovic, 0-6, 6-4, 6-3.

Long Island boxer Monaghan is Top Rank

Seanie Monaghan, a well-liked and ever-improving light heavyweight from Long Beach, L.I. who's drawn comparisons to John Duddy because of his ability to sell tickets, signed with Top Rank, a powerful promotional company based in Las Vegas and headed by Bob Arum, it was announced on Tuesday.

Pilot on Boston flight cracks joke about crying baby: 'Is that Sidney Crosby?'

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Kings take Game 3, trim Blackhawks’ series lead to 2-1

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NHL pushes for mandatory visor use

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Soccer legend Pele helps Cosmos unveil shirt sponsor

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