MR GRADY'S DAILY BLOG: AMERICAS NEWS

EXCLUSIVE: $324M Mega jackpot winner is a Bronx native! But her relatives, who still share same city apartment, fear for their lives

Ira Curry, of Stone Mountain, Ga., has come forward as one of the two who struck it rich in the massive Mega Millions jackpot drawing. read full story »

QUACK ATTACK: 'Duck Dynasty' star suspended after remarks likening homosexuality to bestiality

'Duck Dynasty' patriarch Phil Robertson has been suspended from the A&E show after he made the explosive comments in a GQ interview. The network said it was 'extremely disappointed' to read his comments.

Soccer mom madam shrieks in court at woman who allegedly betrayed her: 'You broke my heart, Jaynie!'

A catfight erupted in the courthouse when "Soccer Mom Madam" Anna Gristina accused her hooker booker of betraying her to prosecutors.

Gonzalez: To rat or not to rat? Union boss sends contradictory signals on 'snitching'

Don’t ask Robert Ajaye, president of Local 2627, the union for computer technicians in city agencies. Ajaye sent two directly contradictory video e-mails on the topic this week to his 4,600 members.

Brooklyn teens burned in marijuana lab explosion face multiple charges: police

The two Brooklyn teens badly burned when their drug lab blew up have been hit with charges of reckless endangerment, criminal possession of marijuana and criminal use of drug paraphernalia, cops said.

ME FIRST! California man falls off bridge after allegedly trying to throw wife over

Authorities say Xavier McClinton, 47, of Mill Valley, was driving over the San Mateo-Hayward Bridge with his wife of eight years when he violently began crashing his car in an attempt to go over the edge, NBC reports.

Miley finally explains 'the tongue' pose

WATCH Dozens of newscasters make EXACT SAME joke about shopping

Heard the one about holiday shopping? Of course you have — because it's a gag that's being used by local newscasters across the entire country.

Nearly 1% of moms claim to have given birth while still a virgin: study

Mary, the mother of Jesus, no doubt raised some eyebrows two millennia ago with her account of a virgin birth. Centuries later, some women in the U.S. are doing the same.

Perpetually tan John Boehner rents Washington, D.C. apartment from lobbyist for tanning industry: report

House Speaker John Boehner, whose orange-hued skin has for years sparked rumors he's a habitual user of tanning beds and products, rents his Washington, D.C. apartment from a lobbyist for the tanning industry.

SUPER CREEP: N.J. authorities release sketch of man accused of invading home, assaulting residents with hammer

An eerie sketch of the culprit depicted with long, black hair draped like mossy curtains over his face, describes him as breaking into a Hillsborough home around 10:30 a.m. on Dec. 7.

Two heartless Florida thugs robbed a defenseless man who was born without arms.

Cops nabbed both Oliver Bozeman and Courtney Edge for taking $300 from Havalah Pitts, who “had no way to defend himself,” Judge John Hurley said during Bozeman’s initial court appearance Wednesday.

Renisha McBride was ‘discombobulated’ before Theodore Wafer shot her: witness

A young, drunk woman fatally shot on a man's porch in suburban Detroit was hurt, scared and confused a few hours earlier when she crashed her vehicle into a parked car, a witness testified Wednesday.

SEE IT Father films young son — and BERATES him with obscenities — as he’s forced to run alongside car for ‘football training’

The tiny tot, appearing only 5-years old, does his best to stay up to the vehicle's speed while running in Crocks, but as the video shows, it's not good enough.

John Kerry gets involved in diplomat skirmish after Indian government enacts freeze on duty free import of booze for Americans in protest

The latest retaliatory step in the growing diplomatic rift took place Wednesday, following federal prosecutors arrest last week of Devyani Khobragade for allegedly lying about paying her maid just $3.31 an hour.

Harvard University student accused of calling in phony bomb threat to get out of final exam released on $100K bail

Eldo Kim, 20, said shrapnel bombs would go off at the school, prompting officials to evacuate four buildings on Monday. Kim was released on $100,000 bond on Wednesday and banned from the Ivy League campus.

A-Rod's drug mule cousin can be questioned by MLB lawyers, ruling says

A Florida appeals court rules that lawyers for Major League Baseball can question Yuri Sucart, the most infamous cousin in the national pastime’s history, about the anti-aging clinic at the center of doping scandal.

Two Reno hospital shooting victims identified

Charles Gholdoian was the doctor shot dead and Shawntae Spears was the patient injured when an unhinged gunman stalked through a Reno, Nev., hospital and opened fire with a 12-guage shotgun on Tuesday.

EXCLUSIVE Kathie Lee & Hoda: Thanks for the sexy boots, Fergie! But where's the rest of our Christmas gifts?

THE NEW 'FACE' OF OBAMACARE: Bespectacled, curly haired hipster in a flannel onesie draws scorn from Chris Christie

The bullied Obamacare girl from the insurance website has been replaced and New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is among the critics ridiculing the program's latest poster child.

TV anchor who ended broadcast by saying 'let's get the f--- out of here' is FIRED by Kansas station

Justin Kraemer says he's 'embarrassed' by the incident over the weekend, but adds that he already has another gig lined up.

Former Press Secretaries feel Obama’s pain in spat with White House press corps

The White House press office is trying to mend fences with journalists after media complaints the administration is blocking coverage of the President during public events.

EXCLUSIVE Black boxes recovered from Paul Walker Porsche

U.S. evacuates diplomats in South Sudan as gun battles rage

The Pentagon says it flew 120 U.S. diplomats and others out of South Sudan Wednesday because of continuing violence in the African nation.

Guantanamo’s nativity scene decorations spark controversy among troops

An interfaith group of Guantanamo troops wants two Christmas nativity scenes removed from dining halls, saying the decorations show a preference for Christianity over other religions.

Toppled Egyptian president charged with conspiracy to sow chaos, could face death penalty

Egypt’s top prosecutor referred Mohammed Morsi to trial for conspiring with the Hamas, Hezbollah and others to carry out a campaign of violence to destabilize the country following his ouster.

Lesbian boss at prestigious Upper West Side school discriminated against coach because he was married with kids: suit

Gregory Kenney, 50, says in the Manhattan Supreme Court suit that his new boss, Pat Krieger, is biased against straight men with families.

Senate passes bipartisan budget bill

Congress sent President Obama legislation Wednesday scaling back across-the-board cuts on programs ranging from the Pentagon to the national park system.

Man shoots woman at NJ nail salon, then kills self

An unhinged dad entered a West New York nail salon Wednesday and shot his child’s mother to death before running to a nearby parking lot and killing himself, police said.

Southern Illinois coach Barry Hinson goes on post-game tirade, calls players a 'bunch of mama’s boys'

Southern Illinois coach Barry Hinson lambasted his players after a loss at Murray State, calling them “uncoachable,” a “bunch of mama’s boys” and said disciplining his young team is like housebreaking a puppy.

IT'S A DON DEAL! John Gotti’s lawyer takes plea bargain for punching man in pricey steakhouse

Bruce Cutler will have to attend one anger management class for the assault, which took place on Nov. 7 in the Porter House in Columbus Circle.

NRA official under attack after saying mayor descended from Holocaust survivors should 'get it'

Scott L. Bach expressed shock that Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop is pushing gun control given that his grandparents' history — but the ADL is striking back, asking what that has to do with it.

Obama adviser sorry for comparing GOP to suicide cult

President Obama's new adviser, John Podesta, apologized Wednesday for comparing Republicans in Congress to Jonestown, the cult community where more than 900 people died in a mass suicide. Podesta, who served as President Clinton's Chief of Staff, is joining the Obama administration to advise on energy issues and help implement Obama’s Climate Action Plan.

EXCLUSIVE Man wins $2.5 million in lawsuit against NYPD cops over using excessive force

A man who was only witnessing a fight outside an uptown bar won $2.5 million after a jury found city cops used excessive force.

Mark-Viverito claims Council speaker victory ahead of vote

It's Mayor-elect Bill de Blasio’s first power play. City Councilwoman Melissa Mark-Viverito claimed victory Wednesday night in the race for Council speaker after de Blasio intervened and urged the Brooklyn county Democratic leader to switch sides and back her candidacy.

Rep. Charles Rangel says he's 'fired up' about seeking re-election in 2014

Legendary Harlem Rep. Charles Rangel says he's "fired up" about seeking a 23rd term in Congress and completing "unfinished business" in Washington. He lays out his case for re-election in an opinion piece timed to coincide with his official announcement Thursday that he's running again.

EXCLUSIVE No regrets for exiting NYCHA chairman John Rhea

Lame-duck NYCHA Chairman John Rhea says he has no regrets about his bumpy tenure as head of the nation's largest public housing agency.

DOOM-SHINE: Jailhouse wine causes botulism outbreak at Utah prison, sickens 8 inmates

Eight prisoners at a Utah jail became ill after drinking self-made wine, referred to as "pruno," according to a case study published in the Annals of Emergency Medicine.

White House task force report on NSA spying recommends sweeping reforms

The report, released just days after a federal judge in D.C. slammed the NSA’s collection of phone metadata as likely unconstitutional, urges limits on NSA spying but does not suggest stopping the snooping altogether.

California man bilked investors of $3.5M, gambled it away in Vega, feds say

William Knox, of Newport Beach, allegedly stole $3.5 million from investors in his dental equipment company and took the cash straight to Las Vegas — where he blew it all.

Bikini-clad Alessandra Ambrosio is all we want for Christmas

Bill de Blasio names budget chief as Mayor Bloomberg gives unsolicited advice

AS MAYOR-ELECT Bill de Blasio announced his choice for budget director, Mayor Bloomberg Wednesday sounded an alarm about the skyrocketing costs of benefits for city workers. “The costs of today’s benefits cannot be sustained for another generation — not without inflicting real harm on . . . our children and our grandchildren,” Bloomberg said in one of his final addresses as mayor.

New playground built in New York's Breezy Point honors Newtown massacre victim

The Sandy Ground Project is building the children’s area this week in Breezy Point in honor of Sandy Hook Elementary school psychologist Mary Sherlach, who was killed in the massacre.

Operator of high-stakes poker games featuring celebs, Wall Street bankers, and Russian billionaires, dodges jail

William Barbalat, who employed waitresses, massage girls, security guards and card dealers at his games, was charged along with 30 others in a $100 million gambling ring with ties to the Russian mob.

'The Voice' champ had an Olympian in her corner

Washington man admits to murdering 3-year-old son in Montana, but he doesn't know why

Jeremy Brent Cramer, 38, told a judge that he killed his 3-year-old son in a remote Montana field, and that he wanted to take accountability for his actions and "get this over.'

Nigella Lawson's ex-assistants claim they are victims of 'crossfire' between celeb chef and her rich ex-husband

Meanwhile, the prosecution told jurors that the celebrity chef was not on trial, and that her alleged drug habit was a mere distraction from Elisabetta and Francesca Grillos’ unauthorized expenditures.

Ronnie Biggs, known for his role in the 1963 Great Train Robbery, dies at 84

Biggs was part of a gang of at least 12 men that robbed a Glasgow-to-London Royal Mail train in the early hours of Aug. 8, 1963, switching its signals and tricking the driver into stopping in the darkness.

VIDEO: Massachusetts woman crashes through hardware store, runs over Christmas display

Carol McGurl, 51, of Scituate, Mass., was charged with negligent driving after she crashed through the front window of a hardware store and took out the display.

Wine fraudster who dressed up cheap vino and sold it at auctions is found guilty

A jury found wine counterfeiter Rudy Kurniawan, 37, guilty of mail and wire fraud Wednesday morning after fewer than two hours of deliberation.

SEE IT: Vehicle with 15 tons of explosives detonates to fireball in Norway

A semitrailer containing 15 tons of explosives blew up in a rock quarry when a wheel caught fire and set off a monstrous explosion in Norway on Tuesday.

Lostprophets singer sentenced to 29 years for child sex offenses

Ian Watkins, 36, pleaded guilty last month to 13 charges, which included sexually touching a 1-year-old, encouraging a fan to abuse her child, and making child pornography.

UN Security Council worried about terrorism-cocaine ties

The U.N. secretary-general says an estimated $1.2 billion worth of cocaine transits through West Africa each year, and the Security Council is expressing “deep concern” about the drug trade’s increasing links to terrorist groups.

Obama talks living with 'opinionated, strong, tall women' in People magazine

President Obama may be the leader of the free world, but at home, he is outnumbered by "three opinionated, strong, tall women," he revealed in a new People interview.

German town refuses to revoke honorary citizenship awarded to Adolf Hitler in 1933

The small Bavarian town of Dietramszell has sparked outrage after a vote to scrap Adolf Hitler's honorary citizenship failed.

Fewer teens using synthetic drugs, more think marijuana is OK: study

Fewer teens are trying fake marijuana known by such names as K2 and Spice, apparently getting the message that these cheap new drugs are highly dangerous, according to the government’s annual survey on drug use.

SPORES CHORES: NY housing authority agrees to federal court’s supervision in apartment mold scandal within 15 days

For public housing tenants like Rosanna de la Cuada, help is on the way. The New York City Housing Authority signed off Tuesday on an unprecedented settlement agreeing to judicial oversight of its troubled effort to erase tenacious mold from hundreds of aging apartments.

Khloe breaks silence on divorce: This is 'torture to my soul'

Sports

Buck Wild: Knicks take two OTs to defeat worst team in NBA

The Knicks nearly crashed all the way to rock bottom on Wednesday night, but they barely squeezed out a shaky and wild double-overtime win over the team with the worst record in the NBA.

Super Bowl XLVIII Blog: Niners fans plan to remind Seahawks of San Fran's Super legacy

The 49ers have hopes of being back in the Super Bowl this season, but the Seattle Seahawks appear to have the inside track to MetLife Stadium on Feb. 2.

Who are these guys? Megatron can't name Giants DBs

If Calvin Johnson's been doing his homework on the Giants' cornerbacks, it certainly didn't show on his Wednesday afternoon conference call. The Detroit Lions' top receiver struggled to even name a Giants corner.

Bama's Mosley, Heisman-winner Winston headline All-American class

Alabama linebacker C.J. Mosley, Arizona State defensive tackle Will Sutton and Arizona running back Ka’Deem Carey have been selected to The Associated Press All-America team for the second straight season.

Autos

Watch A fowl rivalry: Feathers fly between Jaguar and Mercedes-Benz!

The two luxury automakers are using dancing chickens in this hilarious advertising duel.

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Joanna Krupa's hottest moments

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Happy Birthday, Brad! Look back at Pitt's career as he turns 50

27-year-old woman with ties to Aaron Hernandez found dead at home – the third person linked to the ex-Patriots star to die as he awaits murder trial from jail cell

Cops are investigating the death of a 27-year-old Tabitha Perry, pictured left, who was linked to Aaron Hernandez, the former New England Patriots player charged with the murder of Odin Lloyd, pictured right.

Brooklyn jury awards $560K to ex-con after false arrest for illegal gun possession

A Brooklyn jury awarded $560,000 Tuesday to an ex-con who claimed NYPD plainclothes cops falsely arrested him for illegal gun possession.

Christmas book 'The Legend of the Candy Cane' – which says Jesus was white – pulled from Florida school after outrage from parents

The book reads: 'White is for Jesus because he's white and red is for Jesus' blood, and if you flip the candy cane upside down it makes a J for Jesus.'

Turkey police find shoeboxes stuffed with $4.5 million cash in bank chief’s home: report

Istanbul police, who are leading a major corruption and bribery investigation targeting allies of Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, have seized shoeboxes stashed with $4.5 million in cash at the home of a state-owned bank's chief executive.

WAKE-UP CALL: Our new daily read on what's happening in politics

As we head into a new year, each morning we'll give you a fresh serving of the latest news and a political forecast for the day to give you a leg up on what's going down at City Hall, Albany and Washington.

Postal worker arrested for robbing Manhattan post office at knifepoint

Talk about going postal. A U.S. Postal Service employee was arrested Tuesday night for robbing a Manhattan post office, local and federal law enforcement officials said.

Christmas book 'The Legend of the Candy Cane' – which says Jesus was white – pulled from Florida school after outrage from parents

The book reads: 'White is for Jesus because he's white and red is for Jesus' blood, and if you flip the candy cane upside down it makes a J for Jesus.'

Charges loom for Walmart worker who shot up co-worker's car

A Walmart employee faces charges after officials say he shot out a co-worker’s car window because she won an employee-of-the-month award.

Bradley Cooper opens up on past drug, alcohol addiction

Take a page from Cameron: Diaz dishes on nutrition, health in new book

DID SHE WORK HERSELF TO DEATH? 24-year-old copywriter who tweeted about non-stop workload and steady diet of Red Bull dies after working 30 hours in a row

A young Indonesian copywriter who regularly tweeted about her heavy workload died after spending 30 hours straight in the office, it's been reported. Mita Duran, 24, collapsed to the floor and slipped into a coma on Sunday after weeks of sleeping little and downing energy drinks just to keep going.

MASS-HOLE! Boston student admits to sending fake Harvard bomb threats, prompting lockdown, to get out of final

Eldo Kim, 20, of Cambridge, reportedly sent emails with the subject line “bombs placed around campus” to two university officials, university police and the Harvard Crimson.

Shoppers less likely to buy something online if seller is black, has tattoos: study

Online shoppers are less likely to buy something from a person who’s black or has tattoos, a new study suggests.

Safe stash? Ohio man finds 285 pounds of pot stuffed in gun safe delivered to his home

An Ohio man’s effort to store a cache of rifles went up in smoke after a gun safe delivered to his home turned up 10 bales of pot.

Comics & Games

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Katy Perry joins beau John Mayer on stage for ‘Who You Love’ duet

A VERY SPECIAL DELIVERY: Hero postal worker catches twin 11-month-old boys tossed from burning apartment in the Bronx

A postman had a special delivery Wednesday morning, catching twin 11-month-old boys tossed to him from the third floor of a burning Bronx apartment building. The hero mailman Jermaine Shirley (l.) shakes hands with the twins’ father Everdean Codner.

Homeless man caught on camera trying to trade a gator he caught at a park for a 12-pack of beer – SEE THE VIDEO

Fernando Aguilera, 64, allegedly captured a wild alligator and tried to trade it for a 12-pack of beer at a market in Miami. He was then cited for illegally capturing, possessing and trying to sell the creature.

ONE SICK PUPPY: Lazy owner dangles dog off balcony to use bathroom instead of taking it for walk in the rain

A lazy South Carolina man allegedly dangled his parent's dog off a balcony because it was raining too hard for him to take the pup out to use the bathroom.

SUPER TOT: Tampa 3-year-old is all smiles after surviving five organ transplants to combat life-threatening condition

A little boy in Miami underwent five major organ transplants, and came through with a smile on his face.

Editors' Picks

CONFIDENTI@L East Village shoe-repair shop's closing means no sole for customers like model Kate Moss

A pair of East Village cobblers have walked away from their St. Marks Place shoe shop, taking with them the lost soles of downtown fashionistas.

Holiday gift guide 2013: Stocking stuffers

When it comes to holiday gift giving, bigger isn't always better.

PHOTOS Dress up with these coats for winter

We've rounded up our top picks for winter that will keep you warm — and stylish — this season.

TV REVIEW 'Pioneers of Thirteen'

Ch. 13/WNET ends four-part series with a look at how the station has kept up with changing media world.

Pippa Middleton engaged to banker boyfriend: report

It's Pippa Middleton's time to shine again in a white dress! The sister to Kate Middleton is reportedly engaged to her banker boyfriend Nico Jackson, according to an Us Weekly report.

Animal groups split on giving pets as presents

Giving a puppy or kitten to someone on your list is a gift idea activists have long warned people to avoid.

Apple holiday ad is a tear-jerker

New ad speaks directly to America's 'misunderstood' smartphone addicts.

Google Glass can take pic with a wink

Google Glass announced updates to the software in its Internet-linked eyewear on Tuesday.

Cara Delevingne shares new YSL ad

The model continues to treat her nearly 3.5 million Instagram followers to sneak peeks of her latest ads.

Spray promises the end of stiletto foot pain

A new numbing spray claims to relieve your stiletto-induced foot pain for up to three hours.

Kim K calls North waxing rumors 'sick'

Kim Kardashian took to Twitter to address the speculation late Tuesday.

CNN hoping to hire Jay Leno

Jay Leno may not be out of work long once his “Tonight Show” gig ends in February.

Super secrecy behind Beyonce's new album

"XO" was so secret, one of its producers only knew of its release 90 minutes before it dropped.

Parents struggle with Elf on the Shelf

Carly Kerby, a mom of four girls, says the Elf on the Shelf tradition nearly did her in.

SEE IT 'Dawn of the Planet of the Apes' trailer

Film's first trailer dropped on the internet Wednesday.

Jimmy Fallon unveils new 'Tonight Show' logo

It's official "Tonight Show" fans— Jimmy Fallon is on his way.

'Homeland' star breaks silence on shocking season finale

SPOILER ALERT: Damian Lewis talks to Entertainment Weekly.

SEE IT: Henry Winkler plays it cool with clueless BBC reporter

'The Fonz' was cornered by a reporter who didn't recognize him.

Tessanne Chin crowned champ on 'The Voice'

Her dream of becoming an international artist came true Tuesday night when she took home the title.

'Crouching Tiger' actress settles lawsuit over sex scandal allegations

Zhang Ziyi claimed Boxun News repeatedly published untrue reports that she was a prostitute.

Dwight Yoakam’s flight makes emergency landing

Yoakam was aboard twin-engine jet headed toward Los Angeles when the pilot made a mayday call.

PHOTOS Wildfire surges in California's Big Sur region

A late season wildfire burns in California's Big Sur region.

Shakira, Usher returning to ‘The Voice’ for Season 6

CeeLo Green or Christina Aguilera won't return next season.

Demi Lovato leaving 'X-Factor' for her music

Lovato says she just can't adhere to the show's scheduling demands.

Nail polish sales plummet – was it just a fad?

At least one analyst suggests painting our nails was just a passing trend.

PHOTOS Gwen are you due? Stefani steps out, flaunts baby bump

See which stars are expecting and who's showing off the bump.

‘Mary Poppins’ selected for preservation by Library of Congress

The 1964 classic has been selected for preservation so future generations of Americans can see it.

A BIG FAT LIE: Snooki sued for shilling diet pill

Long Island woman Ashley Brady has filed a class action federal lawsuit.

PHOTOS LADIES BEWARE! Hugh Jackman hits the beach

'Wolverine' star joins the long list of hot celebs cooling off in the ocean.

CNBC plays song with N-word in lyrics

CNBC became the latest network to land on Santa’s naughty list.

JLaw: Calling someone fat should be illegal

"Why is humiliating people funny," the 23-year-old star told Barbara Walters.

PHOTOS Pippa's romance with Nico Jackson

Jackson, a stockbroker, first courted the royal in-law at a tennis match.

‘Walking Dead’ co-creator Frank Darabont sues AMC

Darabont claims he was cheated out of profits.

REVIEW Turtle Beach i30 series headset

This just in: Turtle Beach doesn’t just do gaming anymore.

REVIEW 'Michael Bublé’s Christmas Special' is cheerful and eclectic

But the singer could use a little help with his hosting.

New gadget claims to stop wearers from dozing off

A new wearable device claims to be able to put an end to untimely sleepiness.

Justin tells adoring fans 'I'm retiring'

The 19-year-old superstar went on Power 106, a Los Angeles hip hop station, and said his next album, “Journals,” will be his last.

Kylie reveals her second prom date choice: Jaden Smith

Kylie Jenner knows a thing or two about being a celebrity.

Odom daughter on split: No one thought they would last

Destiny Odom was not surprised by her father Lamar Odom's split from wife Khloe Kardashian.

SEE IT: Justin Timberlake helps fan propose on stage during concert

He isn't just bringing sexy back; he's helping rekindle good old-fashioned romance.

PHOTOS Carmen is Electra-fying in sexy snap

We've rounded up the hottest, cutest, funniest and just plain wackiest celebrity Twitpics.

MOVIE REVIEW Five stars for 'Her'

Spike Jonze has made a heartrending romance that rings true for those who've found or lost a soulmate.

Boston bombing victim engaged to rehab nurse

A victim of the Boston Marathon bombings has proposed to a nurse he met during rehab.

Lamar Odom's daughter on split: No one thought they would last

Destiny Odom was not surprised by her father's split from Khloe.

Theater Obama's journey plays out on stage in 'Loving Obama'

A new play by John Ransom Phillips is in the works.

'Gilligan's Island' movie in the works: report

Warner Bros. is reportedly developing a film version of 60s TV series with comic actor Josh Gad signed on.

Paul McCartney tries, fails to catch T-shirt at Nets game

The Beatle could have any T-shirt he wants, but he still gets excited at the prospect of a souvenir.

Breaking WED: Aaron Paul helps fan propose

"Breaking Bad" star Aaron Paul helped one hopeful groom-to-be propose to his future wife.

Secret album big payday for Queen Bey

Beyonce's fifth album was released Friday morning exclusively on iTunes, and sold 600,000 in three days.

New author tapped to continue ‘Dragon Tattoo’

“The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo” series won’t stop going, even though Stieg Larsson died in 2004.

How skinny jeans almost ruined the dollar

Women were relieved when stretchy jeans became fashionable, but paper money industry wasn't as thrilled.

Sean Penn hails Brooklyn man who escaped Bolivia

A Brooklyn man’s dramatic escape from his captors in Bolivia is a story worthy of the movies.

Kim K. denies waxing North’s eyebrows

Has North West already made a trip to the beauty salon?

Sydney Leathers: 'Get a mistress for Christmas'

Anthony Weiner’s sexting sweetheart graces a 30-foot billboard in NYC for a "sugar daddies" dating site.

Julia, Meryl come out for 'August: Osage County' premiere

Osage can you see: Julia Roberts and Meryl Streep cozy up at "August: Osage County" premiere.

Kiss frontman Paul Stanley inks memoir deal

Guitarist signed a deal to write a memoir of his wild times as co-founder of the flamboyant 70s metal band.

Colin Farrell: I wanted to be Liz Taylor’s 8th hubby

Would Colin Farrell have been husband number eight for the screen legend? The "Mr. Banks" actor opened up about a close friendship he developed with the on-screen legend on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show."

SEE IT King of Pop's kids finally open up

Michael Jackson's kids speak candidly about their father in a new documentary.

Michaeld Clarke Duncan's family feud to end

Michael Clarke Duncan has been lying in an unmarked grave for more than a year due to family infighting.

PETA giving fur coats to Detroit's homeless

Fur-loathing PETA is handing out minks to Detroit’s homeless as temps in the Motor City dip below freezing.

Leo: 'Wolf' sex scenes are 'all me,' not body double

Leonardo DiCaprio gave everything he had for his starring role in "The Wolf of Wall Street."

‘Homeland’ sets series record with Season 3 finale

The climactic season finale of Showtime’s “Homeland” has recorded some of the drama’s best viewership numbers.

Target refuses to sell Beyoncé’s surprise self-titled album

Target stores are not hailing to Queen Bey.

Nirvana, Hall & Oats and Kiss lead 2014 Rock Hall class

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame gets a strong Noo Yawk accent this year.

CONFIDENTI@L Will Ferrell: We stole a bus on 'Anchorman 2'

There were hijinks on and off the set of the Ron Burgundy sequel.

Kelly Rowland is engaged: 'He asked me on Skype'

Kelly Rowland has finally confirmed she's engaged to longtime boyfriend Tim Witherspoon.

VIDEO '22 Jump Street' trailer debuts

Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill return as officers Jenko and Schmidt.

photos Miley bundles up in massive fur hood

As usual, Miley Cyrus' latest outfit screams "look at me!"

Joseph Gordon-Levitt says he's onboard 'Sandman' movie

The actor said he'll appear in a big screen adaptation of the classic comic series by Neil Gaiman.

Katherine Jackson wants new trial, cites flawed jury instructions

Jackson said the verdict form and jury instructions were off the wall.

Hollywood's new trend: History with a fictional twist

“American Hustle” gets an early laugh with a title card reading, "Some of this stuff actually happened.”

Brooke Shields steps out make-up free in NYC

The Hollywood star played down her usually glamorous image when she stepped out in the Big Apple.

Miley on Liam split: 'I was so scared of being alone'

Cyrus opened up to Barbara Walters.

Paul Walker's death certificate shows he died from crash, 'thermal injuries'

Walker and friend Roger Rodas perished quickly, their death certificates said.

Daily exercise may offset holiday feasting: study

Research finds that a bout of daily exercise lessens the effects of your seasonal feasting.

Supermodel Karlie Kloss stars in vampy new fashion film

The American supermodel has appeared in a campy, vampy new film for the former Jimmy Choo creative director Tamara Mellon's new luxury clothing, footwear and accessories label.

PHOTOS Gisele posts serene photo of family day at the beach

The hottest, cutest, funniest and just plain wackiest celebrity Twitpics. Enjoy!

MUSIC REVIEW 'Welcome to the Age of My Body'

Mary Lambert shot to fame singing the lilting hook in Macklemore and Ryan Lewis’ groundbreaking smash about acceptance, “Same Sex.”

Rihanna stars in Balmain's Spring-Summer campaign

The Parisian fashion brand's new campaign features Barbadian pop star Rihanna.

World's cheapest tablet launches in the US

The UbiSlate 7Ci is the world's first sub-$40 branded Android slate.

Dylan Sprouse nude photos leak: 'I messed up'

The former Disney star gave fans an early holiday gift.

PHOTOS Superfan has 22 Miley Cyrus tattoos all over his body

Hilariously bad ink by stars and the occasional overly zealous fan.

APPRECIATION: Oscar winner and 'Rebecca' star Joan Fontaine

Joan Fontaine, who died at 96, mastered the art of romantic melodrama.

Google reveals top diets, workouts of 2013

What to do if you’re wondering how many calories are in that banana or if the Master Cleanse Diet really works? You probably Google it.

PHOTOS Who needs makeup? Jessica touchup-free pic

Celebrities may look phenomenal on the red carpet, but they also have hordes of makeup artists.

Miley Cyrus gets candid on Liam Hemsworth split

Miley Cyrus has landed a spot on Barbara Walters annual TV special featuring the "10 Most Fascinating People" of the year.

Khloe Kardashian not dating Matt Kemp, sources say

Khloe Kardashian does not have a new man.

Beyonce sells over 600,000 albums in three days

Beyonce's new album has sold more 600,000 units in its first three days.

Dwayne Johnson ranks No. 1 on Forbes list of top-grossing actors

Dwayne Johnson took the No. 1 spot in the Forbes list of top-grossing actors in 2013.

Judge revokes Chris Brown's probation

A judge revoked Chris Brown’s probation Monday but didn’t send him to jail for Rihanna’s bloody beatdown.

Jamie Dornan, wife Amelia Warner welcome first child

Jamie Dornan is fifty shades of happy as his wife Amelia Warner gave birth to their first child, reports Us Weekly.

‘American Hustle,’ ‘12 Years a Slave’ lead Critics Choice noms

“12 Years a Slave” and “American Hustle” lead Critics’ Choice Awardswith 13 bids each.

Beatles' record label to release unheard outtakes

Apple Records to release 59 unheard Beatles recordings

David Beckham doesn't want his sons to get tattoos

Despite his wishes, the former soccer star's boys are already thinking of their future body art.

Neal Schon marries Michaele Salahi

Journey's Neal Schon marries 'Real Housewife'

Chanel wages watch war against Cartier and Tourneau

Chanel has filed a $15 million lawsuit against Tourneau.

WHOA, MAMMA! Amber Rose flaunts post-baby body 10 months later

Amber Rose gave birth to her son with Wiz Khalifa in February and now the model is showing off her post-baby body. The 30-year-old beauty took to Instagram to post a split photo of herself.

Ashley Judd accuses sister Wynonna of spying via GPS

Wynonna Judd may be a country music star turned spy.

Vera Wang won't show at Lincoln Center

Vera Wang pulls out of fashion week.

Teeny–weeny Christmas bikini: Polar Bear Club storms Coney Island

With temperatures topping 40 degrees in the New York City on Sunday, the bathing beauty in the top photo of this story joined the Coney Island Polar Bear Club for a dip in the Atlantic Ocean.

SPOLIER ALERT Stewie goes back in time on 'Family Guy'

'Never take those you love for granted,' creator Seth MacFarlane tweeted after the episode.

Antibacterial soaps don't help prevent sickness: FDA

Federal government said it has no evidence that anti-bacterial soaps prevent the spread of germs

AMERICAN SIZZLE: Amy Adams calls kiss with J-Law ‘electric’

Movie-goers who have already caught David O. Russell's 1970s crime drama "American Hustle" saw a lot of on-screen kissing, but focused on one in particular: A liplock between Amy Adamas and Jennifer Lawrence.

James Franco says he was 'drugged' in Instagram video

Franco posted a video on Instagram Saturday appearing groggy with slurred speech.

PHOTOS Superfan gets 22 Miley tattoos

Meet Carl McCoid, a 40-year-old who has 22 different tattoos dedicated to former Disney darling.

Nigella Lawson’s assistant at fraud trial: Told to buy ‘anything I wanted’

Nigella Lawson’s personal assistant, currently on trial for fraud, was given a bank card when she was hired and told to withdraw her salary and buy “anything I wanted,” she testified.

'Avatar' sequels to be filmed in New Zealand

James Cameron says his vision is to create a family epic in the mold of 'The Godfather.'

How Peter O'Toole actor got his style

Actor explained signature style in 2004 Daily News interview.

Kate Moss is new face of Eleven Paris

The iconic supermodel is the face of the ready-to-wear brand's Spring-Summer 2014 collection.

Miley flashes breasts — ‘it’s about equality’

Miley Cyrus has freed her nipples and wants the whole world to know about it. The 21-year-old pop star tweeted a photo Saturday flashing the camera with her signature tongue sticking out.

Did Gollum need more vitamin D?

'The Hobbit' villains had vitamin deficiency, scientists suggest.

Audrey Totter, 1940s film noir actress, dead at 95

The actress' breakthrough came from 1947's 'Lady in the Lake.'

Stunning aerial views of New York City streets

In his series, "Intersection," photographer Navid Baraty takes breathtaking photos of New York from above.

Snooki: I quit drinking because 'my milk was so full of alcohol'

For anyone who hoped that Nicole (Snooki) Polizzi of “Jersey Shore” fame would someday go away — that’s not happening yet. Evidence is her new book, “Baby Bumps: From Party Girl to Proud Mama, and All the Messy Milestones Along the Way,” out Dec. 31.

Warm trend: Dress up with these coats for winter

We've rounded up our top picks for winter that will keep you warm -- and stylish -- this season.

Keith Richards turns 70

He's lived a life of sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll, but legend Keith Richards has defied the odds and turned 70-years-old on Dec. 18, 2013. The Rolling Stones guitarist is still rolling along -- take a look back at the iconic musician's life and career.

Brad Pitt turns 50

Actor Brad Pitt turns 50 today. We take a look back at his career, from his role as a shirtless hunk in "Thelma and Louise" to his life as a humanitarian and family man.

Supermodels show off their bikini bods

Who doesn't want to see a supermodel in a teeny bikini?

Celebrities wearing short shorts

The stars love their short shorts! See who isn't afraid to show a little leg ...

Pippa Middleton and Nico Jackson's whirlwind romance

Could there be wedding bells in Pippa Middleton's future?

Fashion faceoff: Who wore it better?

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

"The Wolf of Wall Street" premieres in New York

Stars of the film, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Margot Robbie and Jonah Hill stepped out on the red carpet for the premiere of the long-awaited Martin Scorsese film.

Brussels Ice Magic festival

Sculptors from around the world have come together at the Brussels Ice Magic festival to bring comic strip characters to life from ice and snow. Check out the masterful creations that make up a winter wonderland.

Celebrity beach bodies 2013

These stars love flaunting their picture-perfect beach bodies almost as much as they love getting all dressed up for the red carpet ...

Elven enclave Rivendell recreated in LEGO

Two crafty LEGO builders made a scale model of Rivendell from J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings."

Incredible celebrity engagement rings

Can you stand the glare? Stars show us their blinding bling.

Celebrity baby bumps

Baby bumps never go out of style among the celebrity set. See which stars are expecting and who's showing off the bump.

Best celebrity Twitter photos

We all know Hollywood is a bit Twitter-happy, so we've rounded up the hottest, cutest, funniest and just plain wackiest celebrity Twitpics. Enjoy!

Stars caught without makeup

Celebrities may look phenomenal on the red carpet, but they also have hordes of makeup artists at the ready for even the tiniest of touchups. Catch them without the thick layers of powder, smoky eyeshadow and mascara, and it's a whole different story.

Holiday gift guide 2013: Stocking stuffers

When it comes to holiday gift giving, bigger isn't always better. These stocking stuffers will absolutely delight ...

Miley Cyrus' most attention-seeking moments

Miley Cyrus complains about the paparazzi, and yet with each passing day, she's spotted out and about flaunting her body in outfits that just scream "look at me!" From short shorts to see-through tops to the debut of her radically shorn 'do, take a look at the singer/actress' most attention-grabbing moments.

Hollywood baby boom

Hollywood is experiencing a major baby boom! From supermodels to A-list actors, check out all the famous faces who have recently become parents ...

Brooklyn Decker makes waves during Miami photo shoot

Who wouldn't want to hang out with Brooklyn Decker on the beach? Take an exclusive peek inside her latest sexy photo shoot ...

Worst celebrity tattoos

Unfortunately, the stars (and the occasional overly zealous fan) voluntarily brand themselves with some hilariously bad ink.

In memoriam: Stars we've lost in 2013

The Daily News remembers the famous figures we've lost in 2013 ...

2013 Progressive International Motorcycle Show

Rev your engines! The choppers were on display at the 2013 Progressive International Motorcycle Show in New York City.

Kardashian family drama through the years

It seems even when the cameras stop rolling, the drama continues for the Kardashians. The royal family of reality TV has built a multi-million dollar empire around their candid and drama fueled reality TV series, but the drama doesn't stop there. Keep up with the Kardashians and their family feuds ...

Joanna Krupa's hottest moments

We think it's pretty safe to say Joanna Krupa will go down in history as one of the hottest "Housewives" of all time. Don't believe us? Check out her sexiest moments ...

Celebrity photos of the week: Week of December 9

See what all the stars were up to this week ...

Celebrity kids who look just like their famous parents

When it comes to good genetics, these kids have hit the jackpot. Check out which celebrity children have grown up to look just like their famous relatives ...

Beyonce's Mrs. Carter World Tour: Her hottest moments

Check out the racy ensembles Beyonce has donned while taking the stage for her Mrs. Carter World Tour.

Courtney Stodden trades platinum blond locks for brown hairdo

Who says blonds have more fun? It seems Courtney Stodden has washed 53-year-old ex-husband Doug Hutchison right out of her hair -- losing her Barbie girl image for a new brunette 'do. The 19-year-old bombshell showed off her new look at Ralph’s supermarket in Los Angeles on Dec. 11, 2013.

Cutest kids in Hollywood

In Hollywood, it seems celebrities' kids are in diapers one minute and donning miniskirts and mohawks the next.

Celebrity fit club: How the stars stay in shape

The stars sure know how to work up a sweat ... and somehow manage to still look perfect doing it. See how they keep those picture-perfect physiques ...

The 19 coolest (and craziest!) car gifts this holiday season

Some awesome, some silly, and some literally for the car fan who has absolutely everything; our gift list will inspire you to pick the best present for that special car guy (or gal) in your life this holiday season.

Golden Globe nominations 2014

"12 Years a Slave" and "American Hustle" led the pack at this year's Golden Globe nominations. See what else is up for an award ...

Celebrities over 40

These stars make 40 (and even 60!) look like the new 20. Check out who's been drinking from Hollywood's fountain of youth.

Holiday gift guide 2013: Gift ideas for her

One look, and you know she's gotta have it. We've rounded up our top holiday picks for her ...

2013 Hollywood Reporter Annual Women in Entertainment breakfast

It seems being the golden girl of reality TV has gone to Kim Kardashian's head. The reality star was dressed head-to-toe in a blinding yellow coat and matching silk dress at the 2013 Hollywood Reporter Women in Entertainment breakfast on Dec. 11, 2013. Check out all the stars who glammed up for the annual event.

Holiday gift guide 2013: Hottest toys for kids

From classic toys to sleek gadgets, we've rounded up the best kid-friendly presents sure to delight come Christmas morning ...

Stars who wear sheer clothing

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

Craziest selfies of all time

Kim Kardashian does it. The Pope does it. You've probably done it too. The word "selfie" has officially been declared Word of the Year by Oxford Dictionaries and we're celebrating the only way we know how -- by rounding up the craziest (and most controversial) selfies of all time.

Danica Patrick: Las Vegas Showgirl

NASCAR driver Danica Patrick trades the racing suit for sequins, feathers and not much else as she performs a routine at the American Country Awards.

Victoria's Secret Fashion Show through the years

Supermodels come and go, but the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show is forever. Take a look at all the scantily-clad beauties who have stomped the catwalk through the years ...

Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2013

It's the most wonderful time of the year! The annual Victoria's Secret Fashion Show aired on Dec. 10, 2013, but you can relive all the ultra-glam action from the lingerie spectacular right here ...

American Country Awards 2013

LeAnn Rimes, Danica Patrick and Sheryl Crow all put on a show at the American Country Awards in Las Vegas on Dec. 10, 2013.

Reality TV's sexiest beach bodies

Reality TV is the ultimate guilty pleasure ... that is, except for ogling celebrity beach bods. Thus, we bring the two together for your viewing pleasure ...

Sports

Super Bowl I: Lombardi nervous in First AFL-NFL World Championship

Lombardi. As the great John Facenda put it, a certain magic still lingers in the very name. The Frozen Tundra . . . The Lombardi Sweep . . . Titletown USA . . . it’s all the stuff of NFL legend.

Djokovic hires Becker to lead coaching staff

Novak Djokovic is turning to Boris Becker for help in 2014. The second-ranked Serb said Wednesday that Becker will join his staff for next season as head coach.

World Cup organizers defend safety record

Despite the latest death, World Cup organizers said Tuesday they aren’t sacrificing worker safety in a rush to get venues ready for next year’s tournament in Brazil.

Crabtree throws fit - and football - takes penalty

Maybe Michael Crabtree just wants to play quarterback. The 49ers wide receiver expressed his frustration in a bone-headed manner after Colin Kaepernick overthrew him early in the fourth quarter.

Construction halted on WC stadium after worker death

Public prosecutors want to halt construction at the World Cup stadium where a man fell 115 feet to his death while working on a roofing structure in the jungle city of Manaus. Prosecutors want the “immediate” interruption of work in all areas where laborers need to be high above the ground.

Sea you later? Wilson and Seahawks enter MetLife with return trip in sight

Russell Wilson, now in his second season as Seahawks quarterback, relishes the spring days when he sits in the seats or a suite at Safeco Field in the offseason.

Wel-done: Danny leads Man U. past Aston Villa

Danny Welbeck’s double steered Manchester United to a 3-0 victory at Aston Villa on Sunday to halt a four-game winless run in the Premier League.

End Zone: Relatives, friends of slain Odin Lloyd share their grief

Ursula Ward, mother to a murdered son, aunt to a slain niece, walked slowly onto the red rubber running track that circles Jack Crump Memorial Field in Roxbury, a rough-and-tumble neighborhood two blocks from Boston Police Headquarters.

Myers: Super no-grill policy is no frills for fans

Scott Podell has a steak sandwich in one hand and a bottle of his favorite beverage in the other as he cooks up tailgating delicacies on the charcoal grill, and watches his kids throw around a football in the parking lot at MetLife Stadium before a Jets game.

Leonard: As GM, Neil Smith would bring credibility to Flames, Sabres

The Calgary Flames fired general manager Jay Feaster this past week (yes, NHL teams do fire GMs), and president of hockey operations Brian Burke — the same man who wrote a guest column in USA Today this fall defending the practice of fighting in hockey — is empowered to hire Feaster’s replacement.

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