MR GRADY'S DAILY BLOG: AMERICAS NEWS

Thursday, December 26, 2013

AMERICAS NEWS

DRESSED TO THRILL: Lis Smith flaunts fabulous figure for lov gov Eliot Spitzer who she brought home to meet the parents

The 54-year-old disgraced ex-governor traveled with his 31-year-old new love Lis Smith — the spokeswoman for Mayor-elect Bill de Blasio — to her parents’ Bronxville home Christmas morning. read full story »

MIKE LUPICA SPINS OF THE FATHER: Bill de Blasio plays politics in daughter Chiara's drug abuse video

Somehow, on Christmas Eve, the incoming mayor of New York City, Bill de Blasio, managed to turn his teenage daughter’s struggles with alcohol and drugs into one last campaign ad.

Terminally ill girl who had 10,000 people sing Christmas carols at her home dies

Delaney Brown, 8, was diagnosed with a rare form of leukemia. In her last week she was granted a few wishes including 10,000 people who sang Christmas carols at her house and talking to Taylor Swift.

No Grinches here! Florida cops give lottery scratchoffs, not tickets, to speeders

Police in a central Florida city have been issuing scratchoff lottery tickets instead of speeding fines to Christmas Day travelers.

Feinsand: Yanks must go all in on Tanaka or lose arms race

The Bombers have watched from the sidelines in recent years as teams gambled on foreign players Aroldis Chapman, Yoenis Cespedes and Yu Darvish, hitting the jackpot each time. It’s time to jump back into the big-money international market.

DEVELOPING Two teens, 13 and 14, killed, one injured in Christmas Newark night shooting in Newark

Two teenagers were killed and another seriously wounded in a shooting late Christmas night in Newark, according to law enforcement authorities.

EXCLUSIVE: Kristen Wiig does not 'LIKE' social media sites

Who says print is dead? New York's Strand Book Store reports record sales this holiday season

Print is alive and kicking. Greenwich Village's Strand Book Store reported record sales Monday — that's one for the books.

Edward Snowden says NSA spying worse than Orwell's 'Nineteen Eighty-Four'

The prolific secrets leaker says 'privacy matters' during a Christmas message broadcast by Britain's Channel 4.

Kim Jong Un to soldiers: Prep for war that could start ‘without prior notice’

North Korea's young leader, Kim Jong Un, urged the secretive country to bolster its military strength this week, as a war could begin "without prior notice," the nation's state media agency said Wednesday.

LOST IN TRANSLATION: Student detained at airport over Arabic flashcards encounters court case setback

A former college student who was detained for several hours at an airport after he was found carrying Arabic-language flashcards lost his bid to sue federal agents.

EXCLUSIVE St. Patrick's school in Little Italy attended by Martin Scorsese put on sale for $29M

The cash-strapped Archdiocese of New York is selling off the St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral School on Prince St., on the grounds of the original St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Little Italy, according to papers filed in Manhattan Supreme Court.

Christmas hit-and-run drivers kill 1, seriously injure another

Two heartless drivers struck pedestrians and fled on Christmas Day, killing one man and seriously injuring another, cops said. The first hit-and-run happened in Queens at around 4:30 a.m. when Enrique Clemente-Ovando, 29, of Elmhurst, was struck and killed about a mile from his home, according to cops.

Paging Captain Stubing: Luxury liner Royal Princess keeps 'Love Boat' spirit alive

The latest incarnation of the Love Boat has a lot to, well, love about it.

Girl wants mom's attacker on Santa's naughty list

The unidentified brute targeted Christine Beckwith, of Lake Mary, Fla., because of her shoddy parking job Sunday, according to police.

'Lone Survivor' director used autopsy reports, Navy SEAL consultants to film one of the most realistic war movies of all time

With the real-life lone survivor Marcus Luttrell on hand to train his on-screen counterpart, Mark Wahlberg, Berg committed to getting all the details right, no matter how grisly.

18 migrants from Haiti die in boat capsize

MIAMI — At least 18 migrants from Haiti died Wednesday when their overloaded sailboat capsized as it was being towed to shore in the Turks and Caicos Islands, officials in the British territory said.

Evelyn Lozada flaunts $1.4M engagement ring from MLB beau

Japanese Prime Minister visits controversial war shrine

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe visited Yasukuni war shrine Thursday in a move sure to infuriate China and South Korea. Visits to Yasukuni by Japanese politicians have long been a point of friction with China and South Korea, because of Japan’s brutal aggression during World War II.

Alaska cop sexted 12-year-old girl while drunk and on duty: charges

Leon Outwater, 21, sent 20 messages from his work cell phone before the girl’s mother caught on and called Alaska state police, troopers said.

STILL CLASSY: Meet the original Ron Burgundy

CHRISTMAS EVE NIGHTMARE: N.H. firefighter unknowingly pulls his own daughter's body from car crash after being first to respond to wreck

In a horrifying Christmas Eve nightmare, a volunteer firefighter responding to a car crash in a small New Hampshire town tried to help the victim — only to find the woman was his daughter, and she was dying.

SEE IT Obama gifts little girl with presidential autograph, tells her to 'dream big dreams'

A lucky little girl's initial Christmas present this year was truly a first gift. But it didn't come wrapped with a bow, it came signed with a pen.

Tokyo man sets self and son ablaze in schoolyard — while the 9-year-old boy played baseball

The unidentified man died from his burns. He was in the final stages of a divorce and his wife had told police he was abusive. The child, now in critical condition, was living with her.

PAYING IT FORWARD: One woman's kidney donation inspires four others to do the same

A selfless New Jersey woman's kidney donation has resulted in five strangers getting transplants they vitally needed.

Israel likely to announce plans for settlement construction

Israel likely will announce new plans for construction in Jewish settlements next week, an official said Wednesday. The move is likely to trigger an international uproar and threaten peace talks with the Palestinians.

Empire State Building investors: Malkins cost them $400M

The towering tug of war over the Empire State Building is reaching new heights.

HOLIDAYS HIT HOLLYWOOD: A look at how stars deck the halls, twerk Santa Claus and shop for lavish gifts — SEE THE PHOTOS

Celebrities get very merry decorating, baking, gift-giving and much more.

Overnight shooting outside N.J. strip club leaves three dead, two injured on Christmas

Slick's GoGo bar in Irvington, N.J. is in an industrial area near the Garden State Parkway. The 12:45 a.m. shooting scene has been the site of gang-related violence in the past.

Zoe Saldana: 'I wouldn't mind buying myself a pair of breasts'

THE PRINCE AND ME: Kate and Wills spend Christmas hand-in-hand

NOT A SINNER: Honest Las Vegas cabbie turns $300K after poker player leaves it behind

Gerardo Gamboa immediately told his dispatcher after he discovered $300,000 that a well-known poker player left behind in his Yellow Checker Star cab, NBC News reported.

EXCLUSIVE ON A ROLL: Genovese mobster seeks millions for ‘unjust conviction’

Someone who has been tried for murder not once but twice would most likely not want to see the inside of a court again — but this baker’s on a legal roll.

Killing of snowy owls at Kennedy Airport prompts suit against federal agencies by Friends of Animals advocacy group

An animal--advocacy group is suing federal agencies to make sure that the killing of snowy owls at Kennedy Airport — a practice that was stopped after being exposed by the Daily News — never resumes.

3 Turkish cabinet ministers resign over corruption probe involving their sons

Three Cabinet ministers resigned in Turkey, days after their sons were taken into custody in a sweeping corruption and bribery scandal that has targeted Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s allies.

Baby Jesus stolen from nativity scene in Modesto, replaced with baby doll

A week before Christmas members of the St. Peter Lutheran Church in Modesto built a nativity scene in the front yard of the church with Mary, Joseph and a baby Jesus.

Bloomberg crows about newborn grandson, visits firefighters

He won’t be in charge at City Hall much longer, but New York Mayor Bloomberg’s got a new title: “#1 Grandpa.”

SEE IT: Mannequin dangling off Georgia home's Christmas display prompts 911 calls

A metro Atlanta homeowner says he hopes he didn't offend anyone by his Christmas decoration of a mannequin with outstretched arms entangled in a string of Christmas lights.

Puppy rescued from trash at Long Island gas station

Officials believe the dog, a 1-year-old Lhasa apso, chewed its way out of a plastic bag.

Santas all over the world bring Christmas cheer to creatures of the deep — 'SEA' IT

Santa's swimming with the fishes! Divers dressed as good old St. Nick swim alongside amazing sea creatures as aquariums all over the world celebrate the holidays.

MONTANA JUDGE STRIKES AGAIN: Man convicted of punching girlfriend sentenced to write 'Boys do not hit girls' 5,000 times

The reviled Montana judge who gave a rapist one month in prison has sentenced a man convicted of punching his girlfriend to six month in jail and gave him a writing assignment.

Sen. Mitch McConnell's reelection campaign releases holiday-themed ad that takes shots at Dems in poem

'Twas the night before Christmas, four years ago. Liberals wanted Obamacare, but Kentucky said no,' McConnell says in the catch audio announcement.

Father of modern computer science, Alan Turing, gets royal pardon for gay conviction

Mathematician Alan Turing, who helped Britain win World War Two by cracking Nazi Germany's "unbreakable" Enigma code, was granted a rare royal pardon on Tuesday for a criminal conviction for homosexuality that led to his suicide.

Beyoncé sings 'Survivor,' dances with terminally ill fan: VIDEO

Sports

Harden paves way to victory for Rockets in San Antonio

James Harden and the Houston Rockets are turning into a big problem for the San Antonio Spurs. Harden scored 28 points and Dwight Howard had 15 points and 20 rebounds, leading the balanced Rockets to a 111-98 victory over the Spurs on Wednesday.

LeBron, Heat pushed to limit by Lakers en route to sixth straight win

Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade had 23 points apiece, and the Miami Heat beat the Los Angeles Lakers 101-95 on Wednesday for their sixth straight win. Bosh also had 11 rebounds in the Heat’s fifth consecutive victory against the Lakers on Christmas Day.

Packers rule out Matthews for season finale in Chicago against Bears

Packers linebacker Clay Matthews will miss Sunday’s game against the Chicago Bears for the NFC North title after aggravating a right thumb injury. Green Bay didn’t practice Wednesday but issued an injury report as if it did. Matthews was listed as out.

Broncos' Welker practices for first time since suffering concussion

Wes Welker returned to the Denver Broncos’ practice field on Christmas Day for the first time since suffering his second concussion on Dec. 8. He was allowed to participate on a limited basis according to the league’s concussion protocol.

Best of 2013

25 entertainment stories that STILL have us talking

The most shocking celebrity break-ups of 2013

Autos

The ugliest car in the U.S. visits New York City

They aren’t pretty, but these bizarre vehicles have an important message to tell.

Latest Autos Reviews

Hottest Showbiz Galleries

Kim Kardashian's style makeover

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Baffling Bieber tweets retirement, then tells fans ‘IM HERE FOREVER’

NO MORE ROCKIN’ AROUND THE CLOCK: Sheriff dials back on 24-hour holiday music at jails after it made thousands of inmates irritable

Sheriff Joe Arpaio who oversees about 8,500 prisoners in Maricopa County in Arizona has said he will stop playing Christmas and other religious music 24 hours a day.

Call it Central Dark! New wave of ultra-thin skyscrapers being built for foreign billionaires to cast shadows over park

A new generation of mega-tall skyscrapers being built along 57th St. for foreign billionaires will cast a long shadow over New York’s premier greenspace, a new report shows.

McDonald's internal website advises workers to slow down on fast food

The McResource Line has a section dubbed 'Fast food tips,' which illustrates how a burger, fries and soda is not as healthy as a sandwich, salad and water.

Cops reveal sketch of Brooklyn 'knockout game' suspect who punched woman walking with daughter

Police described the hoodlum as a black male, who is about 5-foot 7-inches in height weighing around 175-pounds, wearing a black wool cap, green jacket, and dark-colored jeans.

'Removing substances from my life opened so many doors for me': Bill de Blasio's daughter opens up about her battle with alcohol, pot and depression — SEE VIDEO

In a five-minute video released Christmas Eve Day by the de Blasio transition team, Chiara explained in great detail how she "had depression, like clinical depression" for her "entire adolescence" and abused alcohol and pot.

TIMES SQUARE ON YOUR PHONE: The New Year's Eve ball drop goes miniature with the retooled app

The new version of the app, available on both Apple's iOS and Google's Android operating system, is simpler to use and more interactive than predecessors that emerged first at the close of 2010.

Man on meth fights off cops while masturbating in bar: police

An Oregon man high on methamphetamine told police he had no recollection of the events that led to 15 officers arresting him for masturbating at a bar.

Obamas honor Christmas by encouraging Americans to help those in need

President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama released a video message to the nation on Christmas.

Charlie tells exes to 'go ph--' themselves on Christmas

Comics & Games

Word Roundup Play Now! »

Lio: Read Now! »

Wumo: Read Now! »

Bilingual Crossword: Play Now! »

Retro photo galleries

Undercover Santas

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CHRISTMAS IN SPACE: NASA astronauts make rare Christmas Eve spacewalk to fix up the International Space Station

It was the second spacewalk in four days for U.S. astronauts Rick Mastracchio and Michael Hopkins, and only the second Christmas Eve spacewalk in NASA history.

GAME ON: New York man sets Guinness World Record for largest collection of videogames with 10,607 — and counting!

Maybe it was getting his first videogame, Cosmic Avenger, for Christmas at the age of 12, and then having to wait an entire year for the hard-to-land Colecovision console to play it on that made Michael Thomasson so determined to get his hands on every videogame and system he could find.

Editors' Picks

Kardashians celebrate Christmas with photo booth snapshots

The Kardashian clan spent Christmas Eve much the way they spent the rest of the year — posing for lots of photos of themselves.

Ethan Hawke brings Christmas cheer to N.Y. hospital

He and his daughter sang duets to patients.

Universal takes writedown on ‘47 Ronin’

The film, starring Keanu Reeves, cost $175 million.

Source: Melo will miss X-mas showdown vs. Thunder

Carmelo Anthony will not play for the Knicks in today's Christmas matinee.

EXCLUSIVE The real reason Kate and Maks stopped dancing

Confidenti@l learned the real reason Kate Upton is single again.

This is how Rihanna spent Christmas

The singer has never been shy letting fans peer into her personal life.

'Duck Dynasty' controversy turns partisan

The 'Duck Dynasty' flap over reality star Phil Robertson's digs at homosexuality has managed to goose ideologues across the political spectrum.

A&E brass know they ducked up suspension: report

The suits at A&E are realizing the fix to their “Duck Dynasty” scandal is going to require more than extension cords and duct tape.

PHOTOS Adorable animals in Christmas apparel

These pets go all in to get in the holiday spirit.

Transcript of Pope Francis Christmas speech

The Vatican's official English-language translation of Pope Francis' Christmas message.

Sofia Vergara gets cheeky with fiancé

The "Modern Family" actress poses in thong bikini in a sexy snap.

PHOTOS Buying Time: Christmas shopping in New York City

In New York, shoppers have flocked to favorites like Macy's and Loehmann's for decades.

PHOTOS Christmas decorations around the world

If this doesn't get you into the holiday spirit, we don't know what will.

SEE IT Rockefeller Center Christmas tree through the years

It's been a Christmas tradition for over 80 years.

Kimye's kid gets luxe holiday gifts from top designers

Although she's only 6-months-old she's already being showered with luxurious holiday gifts.

Kimora Lee Simmons plays with son in Saint Barts

These stars love flaunting their picture-perfect beach bodies...

SEE IT Holiday window displays in New York City

'Tis the season for window shopping, and spirits aren't the only thing the city's world-famous storefronts are making bright.

Hinckley: Thank TV for gifts that keep on giving

Strong series and stars remain a treat.

Guess who? Star posts adorable video from Christmas 1993

The adorable clip shows a pop star at the tender age of 4.

Tablets for tots? Some experts worry about screentime

Do children actually learn anything while using the devices?

Serena wins AP Female Athlete of the Year for third time

Williams won two Grand Slam tournaments as part of a dominating 78-4 season.

Forbes' Best Actors for the Buck list has surprise cast

Even among the multi-million dollar contracts, there are still a few bargains left.

PHOTOS NFL cheerleaders spread holiday cheer in Week 16

It's the most wonderful time of the year ... to be a fan of NFL cheerleaders.

Ariana Grande, Nathan Sykes call it quits: report

Ariana Grande and Nathan Sykes are no longer singing a love song.

Denise pleads with Charlie Sheen to stop ranting

She tweeted: 'Keep it classy dude. Our kids don't need to be privy to this.'

Beyoncé flaunts her curves and TWERKS in new video

Beyoncé is showing exactly how sexy should be done.

'Twas the night before Christmas': Read all about St. Nicholas' immortalized visit

This Christmas Eve favorite tells of a quiet house and a beloved visitor.

Rihanna sports red Santa jacket in Barbados

The holidays have hit Hollywood! Celebrities get merry decorating, baking, gift-giving and more.

PHOTOS Car bomb in Mansoura, Egypt leaves dozens dead

A car bomb explosion outside a police station in Mansoura.

Hugh Jackman departs from Broadway's 'Houdini'

He is the latest high-profile name to escape from the Broadway production.

Rachel Zoe, Rodger Berman reveal son's name: Kaius Jagger Berman

'So excited to welcome our baby boy into the world,' Zoe tweeted.

Amanda Bynes wears long blond wig while shopping in Los Angeles

Amanda Bynes may be wearing new blond long hair, but she's no longer wigging out.

Arsenio Hall emerges unharmed from car accident

Arsenio Hall has a good reason to fist pump this holiday.

Photos of the day from around the world: December 24

See the most striking news photos of the day from across the globe.

Holiday toy fads through the years

It wouldn't be the holidays without parents scrambling to make sure the season's hottest toy is under the tree come Christmas morning.

Tablets for tots? Some experts worry about screentime

Tablet computers are so easy to use that even a 3-year-old can master them.

Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, their kids go on shopping spree at Target

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie may be among Hollywood's wealthiest couple, but that doesn't mean they can't shop at Target. The pair reportedly took their six children on a shopping spree at the international department store in Robina, a suburb in Queensland, Australia, on Sunday, reports Gold Coast Bulletin.

FIVE STARS: 'Secret Life of Walter Mitty' is a dream come true

Dreams not only come true in the wonderful “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty,” they’re the stuff everyday life is made of.

Forbes' 2013 List of the Best Actors for the Buck has surprise cast

Even among the multi-million dollar contracts doled out by the Hollywood execs like Christmas candy, there are still a few bargains left.

Ralph Fiennes opens up about 'Harry Potter,' 'James Bond' and more

The 51-year-old British actor has mined the complexity of his characters.

Kimye's daughter North receives luxurious Xmas gifts from top designers

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's daughter North West is already receiving the Christmas cheer in a big way. Although she's only 6-months-old she's already being showered with luxurious holiday gifts.

Longtime New York radio voice of 1010 WINS, Stan Brooks, dies at 86

By Stan Brooks’s reckoning, he spent more than 50 years on “the 50-yard line of history.”

‘Duck Dynasty’ flap shows entertainers should stop flapping lips

Purely as a media event, the Phil Robertson “Duck Dynasty” dustup offers a teachable moment for entertainers everywhere: Shut up and quack.

Trump hands out TVs, iPads to good employees, lumps of coal to bad ones

Santa’s naughty/nice list is nothing compared to Donald Trump’s. Some of Trump’s employees who worked hard all year are richly rewarded — and those who didn’t live up to The Donald’s expectations got zilch.

LEGALLY DUMB? Reese drinks then gets behind wheel

On Sunday, the 37-year-old actress enjoyed a late lunch at Gjelina in Venice, Calif. with her husband Jim Toth — and downed some rose. A witness said it was two glasses before she drove off about an hour later.

PHOTOS Audrina Patridge shows wild side in tiny snakeskin bikini

Reality TV is the ultimate guilty pleasure ... that is, except for ogling celebrity beach bods.

Tila Tequila stars in new porn video, uses English accent

Former reality star is baring it all just in time for the holidays.

JERK! Steve Martin apologizes for 'racist' tweet

The 68-year-old comic apologized after an attempted joke went wrong.

Vin Diesel reveals 'Fast & Furious 7' release date

The franchise's star also posted the final photo of Paul Walker on set.

With 'Invisible Woman' and 'Spider-Man,' Felicity Jones is on her way

This 30-year-old budding star won’t be obscure for very long.

MOVIE REVIEW ‘47 Ronin’

Memo to Hollywood: Find another use for Keanu Reeves.

Three 6 Mafia’s Ricky ‘Lord Infamous’ Dunigan dies of heart attack at 40

Ricky "Lord Infamous" Dunigan died at the age of 40 Friday night, reports Rolling Stone.

Anna Paquin's Rogue cut from 'X-Men: Days of Future Past'

Rogue will exhibit a brand new power: invisibility.

Kate Winslet reveal name of their son: Bear Winslet

Bear Winslet was born at NHS Hospital in Sussex County in England on Dec. 7.

Photos of the day from around the world: December 23

See the most striking news photos of the day from across the globe.

PHOTOS Justin turns into Santa Claus for Christmas Beliebers

Celebrities get merry decorating, baking, gift-giving and more.

'Sound of Music' remake beats 1965 original in ratings

The old "Sound of Music" didn't match the new one this year, but it's still a favorite thing for millions of TV viewers.

Chris Brown briefly leaves rehab to attend toy drive

Chris Brown received an early Christmas gift when he was able to leave rehab for a good cause.

'Glee' star Dot-Marie Jones marries long-time girlfriend

Dot-Marie Jones' home was full of glee when she married her longtime girlfriend Bridgett Casteen Saturday night. The "Glee" star and her bride exchanged vows at their Los Angeles residence, their rep confirmed to People.

Nick Nolte joins cast of 'Gracepoint'

Nick Nolte has joined the cast of "Gracepoint," the upcoming Fox remake of the hit BBC miniseries "Broadchurch."

EXCLUSIVE: Barbara Walters in Sandra's stand-up crosshairs

Sandra Bernhard has a few choice words for Barbara Walters and her picks for the “10 Most Fascinating People of 2013” special — specifically, the stars of “Duck Dynasty.”

6 dos and don'ts of holiday gift returns

If you have gifts to return and you want the process to go as smoothly as possible – especially if you don't have a receipt – here are some do's and don'ts to keep in mind.

VIDEO: Indian ad targets leering men

A new video from an Indian arts school shows men just how pathetic they look while openly leering at women in public.

Nine former Chiefs players join brain injury lawsuit

Hall of Famers Albert Lewis and Art Still are among nine former Kansas City Chiefs players who have joined a lawsuit that contends the team hid the risks of permanent brain injuries from repeated concussions.

Red hot Mariah braves the cold in tiny bikini

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

Boise QB denies peeing off hotel balcony

Boise State University quarterback Joe Southwick said he was unfairly dismissed from the Hawaii Bowl, arguing he was falsely accused of urinating from a hotel balcony.

Beyoncé turns heads in curve-hugging dress

Beyoncé admitted the toughest part about making her latest album was keeping it a secret.

Cleveland horror house hero gets book deal

Charles Ramsey has signed a contract to publish his memoirs.

PHOTOS NFL recap: Panthers clinch playoff spot; Cowboys still alive

Peyton Manning also threw his 51st touchdown pass of the season.

‘Magic Garden’s’ long-lost Christmas special discovered in WPIX archives

It’s a miracle on 42nd Street. The long-unseen Christmas episode of WPIX/Ch. 11’s beloved “Magic Garden” children series has magically reappeared and will air Christmas Day at 6 p.m.

Pregnant Teresa Palmer, Mark Webber wed in Mexico

Teresa Palmer and Mark Webber decided to get married ahead of the birth of their first child.

'Glee' star Dot-Marie Jones marries girlfriend Bridgett Casteen

Madonna helps 'SNL' end year with a bang

The hilarious episode included some of the year's funniest skits, as well as a star-studded lineup of celebrity guests.

EXCLUSIVE Keeping up with the stars during the holidays

Our Confidenti@l elves tell us what our favorite stars are doing this season.

Kimye checks out Kanye's cameo in 'Anchorman 2'

Kim Kardashian stood by her man once again. This time the reality TV star headed to the movies with fiancé Kanye West to check out his cameo in "Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues," reports E! News.

CHARLES GRODIN: Those lost in 2013 will be missed

On reflecting on those well known people who passed away in 2013, I realized that I knew or worked with many of them.

Mario Balotelli is new face of Puma

The AC Milan striker is the newest soccer star to sign up for Puma, and has a special headline-grabbing pair of boots.

Controversial British fathers group attacks Katie Holmes

A British campaigning group for fathers is targeting famous actresses as part of a campaign against what they see are bad mothers.

Disney’s Pluto makes friend with service dog Bingo

Adorable video shows a service dog becoming best of buds with an actor dressed as the cartoon pup.

Dakota Johnson, Jamie Dornan heat up '50 Shades' set

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.

Kate Upton back on the market

Merry Christmas, men of the world: Kate Upton is single again.

Ellen to announce $10,000 donation to Paul Walker's charity

Ellen DeGeneres is showing her charitable side this holiday season.

PHOTOS Holiday gift guide 2013: Last minute gift ideas

Need a present in a pinch? Don't worry. Use our guide to find the perfect last minute gift for anyone on your list.

Kris Jenner: Kimye's wedding will be 'big'

Don't expect a low-key wedding for Kimye. Kim Kardashian's mother Kris Jenner opened up to People magazine about her daughter's upcoming nuptials to Kanye West.

'Jerry Maguire' on the comeback trail

Leigh Steinberg, once the most powerful sports agent, is looking to return after a bout with alcoholism.

NFL Week 16: Peyton earns place in history, Panthers playoff bound

Peyton Manning threw his 51st touchdown pass of the season, breaking Tom Brady’s record of 50 set in 2007.

Peace out: Selena Gomez cancels overseas tour

Selena Gomez is hanging up her dancing shoes — for now.

Bears DT Melton arrested for drunken assault at bar

Chicago Bears defensive tackle Henry Melton has been arrested at a Dallas-area bar and charged with assault and public intoxication.

PHOTOS Winning images from the Nat Geo Photo Contest

Gorgeous photos from the wonder natural world.

Connick ready to call the tune on 'Idol'

Being a judge for Harry Connick Jr. is like seeing the sheet music to a tune he already knows.

Best after-Christmas sales

The holidays may be over, but there's still shopping to be done! Check out the best after-Christmas sales, going on now ...

Royal Family Christmas, 2013

Kate Middleton, Prince William and Queen Elizabeth II and the rest of the family gather for Christmas.

Stars celebrate Christmas, 2013

The holidays have hit Hollywood! Celebrities get merry decorating, baking, gift-giving and more.

Holiday toy fads through the years

It wouldn't be the holidays without parents scrambling to make sure the season's hottest toy is under the tree come Christmas morning ... only for it to be cast aside and forgotten about by New Year's Day. From Tickle Me Elmos to Tamagotchis, take a look back at favorite toy fads of Christmases past ...

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 ...

Best Christmas movies ever

Christmas and the movies go together like Santa Claus and cookies. Here's our list of the very best holiday classics.

Celebrity splits of 2013

Which celebrity couples have become casualties this year? Check out the most shocking splits of 2013.

25 biggest entertainment stories of 2013

From celebrity feuds to too much twerking, these entertainment stories made headlines around the world.

Festive animals

Forget carols, forget fruit cake and forget egg nog, pictures of adorable animals getting festive will get you into the Christmas spirit in no time.

Embarrassing celebrity photos

Gotchya! Sure, we're used to seeing the stars ooze glamour on the red carpet, but it turns out these celebrities aren't so perfect after all. They might put on a good face for photographers, but even the world's most beautiful people are bound to have an "oops" moment eventually -- and when that happens you can bet the paparazzi is nearby to capture it. From bad hair days to weird blemishes to stars stuffing their faces, check out Hollywood's hottest at their worst.

Courtney Stodden shops for Christmas trees with mystery man

The holidays have hit Hollywood and Courtney Stodden is making sure she's prepared. The former teen bride was spotted shopping for Christmas trees with an adoring mystery man on Dec. 22, 2013.

Supermodels show off their bikini bods

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

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 ...

The Curse of Reality TV

They've entertained us for hours on end, but these reality show stars have been cursed by reality television and it's no laughing matter.

Christmas ice swimming

Das ist cold! Winter swimmers dressed in festive attire took a dip in the freezing cold Obersee Lake in Germany during a traditional ice swimming session on Dec. 22, 2013.

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.

Celebrity photos of the week: Week of December 16

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

Holiday gift guide 2013: Last minute gift ideas

Need a present in a pinch? Don't worry. Use our guide to find the perfect last minute gift for anyone on your list.

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.

Stars on set

Kim Kardashian's style makeover

Kim's usual flashy Hollywood party girl style has taken a strange turn since she started dating Kanye West ...

Alex & Sierra win 'The X Factor' season 3

"The X Factor" wrapped up its third season, and duo Alex & Sierra came in first place.

Celebs come out

Whether it's on a magazine cover or on a TV show, celebs find their own way to come out. From athletes to movie stars, take a look at celebrities' coming out parties as they disclose their sexual orientations.

Star spawn: Fame runs in the family

When you're born with star genes, it's no wonder that fame runs in the family.

'Justin Bieber's Believe' world premiere

Teen stars (including the Biebs himself) flocked to the premiere of his documentary "Justin Bieber's Believe" in Los Angeles on Dec. 18, 2013.

Stars who run their mouths into scandal

Some celebs are better known for their lines off the big screen than on it. But even their star-powered charm can't repair the damage their wayward remarks have done to their reputations.

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.

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.

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.

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 ...

Sports

LeBron, Heat pushed to limit in win over Lakers

Packers rule out Matthews for season finale vs. Bears

Broncos' Welker practices for first time since concussion

Oregon State wallops Boise State in Hawaii Bowl

Rashaad Reynolds returned two fumbles for touchdowns, helping Oregon State beat Boise State 38-23 in the Hawaii Bowl on Tuesday night. The Beavers (7-6) stopped a five-game slide and set several records in handing Boise State its worst loss in two months.

Army hires former Navy ass't Monken to lead Black Knights

Desperate to snap its long losing streak against its archrival, Army has hired former Navy assistant Jeff Monken as its 37th football coach. Monken spent the past four seasons at Georgia Southern after learning the triple-option offense under Paul Johnson during stints with the Middies and Georgia Tech.

Super Bowl VII: Nobody's Perfect, except these Dolphins

The most imperfect play nearly ruined the perfect season. The 1972 Miami Dolphins set the standard for perfection as the only undefeated team in the Super Bowl era. But one of the most ridiculous plays in NFL history came close to spoiling it.

Boise QB denies peeing off hotel balcony

Boise State University quarterback Joe Southwick said he was unfairly dismissed from the Hawaii Bowl, arguing he was falsely accused of urinating from a hotel balcony.

Like Kobe, blood-spinning for Knicks' World Peace

Metta World Peace revealed that he is scheduled to undergo platelet-rich plasma therapy on his troublesome left knee on Jan. 6 in New York. World Peace missed his second straight game Monday night against the Magic.

British footballer collared for assaulting cop

Police say West Ham defender James Tomkins has been charged with assaulting an officer outside a nightclub.

Bears DT Melton arrested for drunken assault at bar

Chicago Bears defensive tackle Henry Melton has been arrested at a Dallas-area bar and charged with assault and public intoxication. Grapevine police Sgt. Robert Eberling says Melton was arrested at 1:45 a.m. CST on Sunday at Chill Sports Bar after becoming belligerent and refusing to leave.

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