MR GRADY'S DAILY BLOG: AMERICAS NEWS

AND THE NOMINEES ARE... See who got top Grammy nods and find out just how badly Kanye West got snubbed over newcomers

Jay Z (left) leads the pack with nine Grammy nominations, though not for work under his own name. Macklemore (second from left) got seven nominations for his own work while big stars Kanye West (center) and Justin Timberlake (right) were left in the dust by alterna-singer Lorde (second from right). read full story »

DAILY NEWS SPECIAL REPORT DISPATCH FROM SOWETO: South Africans remember Nelson Mandela's accomplishment as they celebrate the freedom he wrought

“Everybody is heartbroken,” said 29-year-old Andrew Nkuna, as he nursed a beer outside the L&K Sons Tavern in Alexandra. “For me it’s so sad. It’s all everybody’s talking about, that Madiba is gone.”

GOOD RIDDANCE? Harper: Money aside, Yankees' tactics make Robinson Cano's walk look all too intentional

In the end, the Yankees were smart not to match 10 years and $240 million for Robinson Cano, but they drew a harder line than that, even while spending big on Jacoby Ellsbury and now Carlos Beltran.

CAUGHT RED HANDED? Mexican police block hospital where six are being treated for radiation sickness — days after truck heist

Following hijacking of truck carrying radioactive waste, police Friday block entry to hospital where six are reportedly under treatment for radiation poisoning. They have now been named suspects in the theft.

Rev. Billy Graham in 'declining health,' son says

"I'm not even sure he knows Nelson Mandela has passed away," Franklin Graham told a local TV station Friday, one day after beloved South African President Nelson Mandela's death.

Powerful, deadly winter storm knocks out power to more than 200,000, snarls travel across much of U.S.

Line of ice, snow and freezing temperatures stretched from the Texas-Mexico border northeast to the Ohio Valley, with the most severe conditions near Dallas, then punching through Arkansas and west Kentucky.

Madonna’s teen daughter hits all the right notes in 'Grease'

Six suspects in cobalt-60 theft in Mexico may be suffering from radiation exposure in a hospital: official

The official said the six were arrested Thursday and taken to a hospital in Pachuca for observation and tests. Once cleared, they will be turned over to federal authorities.

School bus driver busted for arranging hook-up with '14-year-old girl' who was actually an undercover cop: officials

Elliott Provda, 38, was charged with attempted dissemination of indecent material to minors and attempted endangering the welfare of a minor by the Queen's District Attorney's office.

Lupica: The $240M question is if Seattle's best for Jay Z’s guy

Robinson Cano now gets the money Jay Z and the band promised him, gets $240 million from the Mariners, gets the third-biggest contract in baseball history, gets 10 years from the Mariners at the age of 31, and once again shows you that Jerry Reinsdorf of the White Sox was absolutely right when he once said, and famously, that all it takes is one dumb owner to set the market in baseball.

Obama, accompanied by First Family, lights up Christmas Tree, remembering Nelson Mandela

President Obama illuminated the live, 31-foot Colorado spruce on the Ellipse by the White House, keeping a tradition launched in 1923 by predecessor Calvin Coolidge.

THE WORLD MOURNS AN ICON: Mandela remembered as a 'true giant' and 'one of history's greatest citizens' as flag-draped coffin heads to capital

Nelson Mandela, the father of modern South Africa who led the fight against apartheid and then pushed for reconciliation as the nation's first black president, died Thursday. He was 95.

SEE IT Anchor 'falls asleep' during interview with 'bathroom safety expert'

A Chicago newscaster turned a segment on bath time into nap time.

Bashar Assad praises Nelson Mandela, says hero’s life serves as lesson to 'oppressors'

Tyrannical leader Bashar Assad hailed Nelson Mandela Friday as inspirational freedom fighter whose legacy serves as a lesson — to tyrants.

MANDELA'S LONG WALK TO GLORY: Son of tribal chief rose above hardship, heartbreak to make history

He emerged on the global stage from the apartheid of his homeland as part man, part myth — a black South African warrior who embraced peace.

George H.W. Bush re-releases statement honoring Mandela — the same one his staffer accidentally published in September

The statement from the 41st President was the same one that was mistakenly sent by a staffer in September, but still praised Mandela's courage.

'Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom' movie turns into eulogy for beloved leader

A Nelson Mandela biopic that took 10 years to make has turned into a tender eulogy with the passing of the revered South African leader.

LIVE BLOG Emotional reactions to Nelson Mandela's death continue around the world

Nelson Mandela touched many hearts in his 95 years. See how media outlets, world leaders and others have paid tribute to the former South African President.

'A giant among men has passed away': World leaders praise Nelson Mandela's 'courage,' 'forgiveness' and 'faith'

Flags were lowered to half-staff in many countries, including the U.S., where the New York Stock Exchange said it would hold a minute of silence before the opening bell.

Mayor Bloomberg announces new high school named for Nelson Mandela will open its doors in Brooklyn next year

The Nelson Mandela School for Social Justice will open its doors next September. It will be located at Brooklyn's Boys and Girls High School, where Mandela visited in 1990.

'Sad to see you feel this way': Sen. Ted Cruz's praise for Nelson Mandela met with harsh criticism by his supporters

Texas Sen. Ted Cruz's praise for the late Nelson Mandela did not go over well with his supporters, with many expressing their outrage that the Republican lawmaker would commend the South African leader.

Amanda enrolls in fashion college post-rehab: source

Horrifying video shows girl in China beating toddler in an elevator

A deeply disturbing video has emerged from China showing a young girl with a backpack casually slipping into an elevator, scooping up a toddler and then throwing him, kicking him and beating him.

Small Indiana town tries to save blind woman's house

Dolores Pittman, 67, lost her house in Cedar Lake, Ind., after a man in a neighboring county bought her home for $43 at a tax auction, but local officials are trying to buy it back from the county.

Syrian opposition alleges new chemical weapons attack

Opposition activists again accused President Bashar al-Assad's forces of using poison gas in Syria's civil war, and said victims had been discovered with swollen limbs and foaming at the mouth.

Man crashes 50-ton battle tank TWICE in Oregon

Jeffrey Glossop, 58, was struggling to tow the 1969 Chieftain up a hill to the owner's home when he decided to unload the war machine, but lost control of the tank as it rolled downhill and across a major highway.

President Obama and First Lady will travel to South Africa to pay respects to Nelson Mandela

The White House confirmed Friday that the couple will 'participate in memorial events' honoring the passing of the anti-apartheid leader.

Medical guardian drops bid to force chemo treatments on Ohio Amish girl with cancer

A court-appointed guardian is dropping her attempt to force an 11-year-old Amish girl with leukemia to resume chemotherapy after she and her parents fled their home to avoid treatment.

5 months after 17-year-old Connecticut girl died in car crash, 2 teens arrested for letting her drive drunk

Police said the two boys, both 17, knew Jane Modlesky was “highly intoxicated” before they let her drive off in the SUV last July.

HIV returns in two Boston patients thought to be cleared of the virus

Two men whom Boston researchers reported in July had been cleared of HIV after receiving bone marrow transplants have had the virus return, the lead researcher announced Thursday.

SMOKING DOOBIES CAN GIVE YOU BOOBIES: Plastic surgeon claims pot lowers testosterone levels, leading to 'man breasts'

Dr. Anthony Youn says that smoking pot can lead to an imbalance in testosterone and estrogen levels, and when the scales tip to the latter, it can cause men to develop 'man boobs.'

Railroad authority issues 'emergency order' and changes for Metro-North after deadly train derailment

The federal government on Friday issued an "emergency order" for the Metro-North Railroad to immediately curb speeding by train engineers.

U.S. to allow killing of eagles to aid wind power

The new rule is designed to address environmental consequences in the way of the nation’s wind energy rush: the bald and golden eagles killed each year by the giant, spinning blades of wind turbines.

Saudi nationals responsible for brazen attack in Yemen that killed 56, wounded 215

Yemeni military investigators say 12 militants, mostly Saudi nationals, were responsible for a brazen attack on the Defense Ministry’s complex in the capital that saw 56 lives lost.

Bloomberg has been quietly calling the families of 69 fallen city workers before he leaves office

Mayor Bloomberg has been reaching out to the families of all 69 city employees who died in the line of duty over the course of his 12 years in office.

Brazilian man sues male-rating Lulu app over low score, negative reviews — despite having 7.7 score

An insulted 28-year-old man in Brazil is suing the makers of an app that allows women to anonymously rate and review guys after seeing his own page.

Texas couple to neighbor: Stop filming our bedroom

A Texas couple who claim a "neighbor from hell" installed security cameras pointing directly into its bedroom has filed for a restraining order.

Models Jessica Hart and Gracie Carvalho sizzle in Miami

Rapper The Game raising money for family of slain 7-year-old Talaib Pecante

Los Angeles rapper The Game and other celebs are raising money to fund a funeral for slain 7-year-old Talaib Pecante, who was felled by suspected gang gunfire in a drive-by on Monday.

'Mob Wife' takes a hit out on clubgoer

Ex-Yankee Curtis Granderson moves across Citi with 4-year, $60M deal with Mets

The Mets have agreed to terms with former Yankee Curtis Granderson on a four-year, $60 million contract, according to a person with direct knowledge of the deal. The agreement is pending a physical.

Gunfire erupts during armored car robbery at University of Houston campus

Cops are hunting for at least three bandits after an armored truck heist at a Texas college on Friday.

Fewer people in urban areas are driving to work, study finds

Americans in most major U.S. urban areas are driving less, and in some cases a lot less, due to improvements in technology as well as shifting attitudes toward taking to the road, a report released on Wednesday said.

Joe Biden's 15-year-old granddaughter gets a turn traveling Asia with 'pop' Biden

The daughter of the Biden's second son Hunter has joined her famous grandfather and dad for the veep's Asia tour, with stops in Japan, China and South Korea.

Graffiti vandal avoids jail, told by magistrate he 'could be the next Banksy'

Tom Dewhurst, 22, caused thousands worth of damage during tagging spree was spared jail time.

Couple spends first four months of marriage tending to baby seals

A newlywed couple was stranded on a remote island three miles from the mainland when a giant bull seal climbed into its inflatable dinghy and refused to budge for four days.

A-WRONG! TV station confuses Nelson Mandela with A-Rod in graphic

Alex Rodriguez always seems to find himself in the middle of everything, most recently the coverage of Nelson Mandela’s death.

3-year-old boy with rare condition gets kidney transplant from father – and now he can eat chocolate

William Balestrini was born with autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease — ARPKD — which meant he could die from eating chocolate and dairy products.

Kentucky woman tries twice to sell newborn

The first time, she asked for $5,000, but the deal fell apart. The second time she offered her baby to a relative.

Gonzalez: Fast food, retail workers escalate movement for increased wages

At companies like McDonald’s, Walmart, Wendy’s and Pizza Hut, a growing number of workers are fed up with their poverty wages and lack of basic benefits.

Idaho knew about Chobani yogurt mold before recall: FDA

A U.S. Food and Drug Administration report says the Idaho State Department of Agriculture detected abnormalities in yogurt at a Chobani facility two months before the company issued a recall, but state officials say that’s not true.

GOOD SIGN FOR THE ECONOMY: Unemployment falls to five-year low of 7%, as 203,000 jobs added

A fourth straight month of solid hiring cut the U.S. unemployment rate to a five-year low of 7 percent in November, an encouraging sign for the economy.

LiLo is smoking hot as she dons one-piece in Miami

Sports

Hoops junkie's journey of visiting every NBA arena in 30 days hits final stop

Peter Robert Casey is in for a serious case of the Mondays. After a frantic 30 days spent crisscrossing the country to watch an NBA game in a different city every night, he’ll be back at his desk in Manhattan when the weekend is over.

Lakers expect Kobe to play against Raptors on Sunday

The Lakers expect to have Kobe Bryant back in their lineup when they face the Toronto Raptors on Sunday. The team posted a dramatic video on its Facebook page Friday indicating Bryant will be back Dec. 8.

THE BEARD'S BACK! Red Sox, Napoli agree to two-year, $32 million deal

Mike Napoli is returning to the Boston Red Sox. The free agent first baseman with the bushy beard reached agreement with the World Series champions Friday on a two-year contract for $32 million.

Notre Dame to play in Pinstripe Bowl

Notre Dame plans to accept a bid to the Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Friday.

Rosie suffers major wardrobe malfunction

X-Files to X-rated: Gillian poses topless with eel

WARNING GRAPHIC CONTENT: Audio tapes of Sandy Hook 911 calls released

Frantic 911 calls from inside the Sandy Hook Elementary school where a crazed gunman went on a shooting rampage last December met with calm responses from local dispatchers.

Nigella Lawson admits to using cocaine, marijuana

Celebrity chef Nigella Lawson admits her recipe for escapism once included cocaine and pot — but claims her “brutal” ex-husband was more destructive than any drug.

Four dead, 63 injured after NYC-bound Metro-North passenger train derails

A Metro-North train whipped around a sharp turn in the Bronx just before a deadly derailment Sunday morning that killed four, injured dozens and tossed passengers around like rag dolls.

Martin Bashir resigns from MSNBC after Sarah Palin flap

Martin Bashir has resigned from MSNBC as a result of the derogatory comments he made on the air a few weeks ago about Sarah Palin.

Autos

General Motors to pull Chevrolet out of Europe by 2016

General Motors Co. plans to largely withdraw its Chevrolet brand from Europe from the beginning of 2016, focusing more sharply on its main Opel and Vauxhall brands.

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Kate Middleton wore $35 necklace from Zara to film premiere

New Jersey man facing marijuana charge caught smoking pot outside courthouse: cops

Jose Guzman, 23, of Union, was at a Fort Lee, N.J., courthouse to answer drug charges Thursday when he went out for a toke – and was stopped by a Port Authority cop.

Pastor ruffles feathers with 'Christmas - Easier to spell than Hanukkah' sign

Harmless holiday joke or insensitive religious taunt? A Florida pastor’s outdoor church sign reading, “Christmas - Easier to spell than Hanukkah”, has ruffled some feathers in his North Palm Beach community after some people were offended and called on the church to take down the sign.

Police hunt for missing 14-year-old Washington girl abducted by ex-boyfriend: authorities

Police issued an Amber Alert for Elizabeth Ramero of Kennewick, Wash., and investigators believe the teen may be Mexico bound, authorities said.

Sicko who sexually abused girl after kidnapping her from in front of her Brooklyn home sentenced to 32 years in jail

Tommaso Dilillo, 35, took the girl in 2007 and sexually abused her. He was later linked to the heinous crime after he was sentenced to another sex crime and submitted his DNA.

Ex-Tyco CEO says his $150M fraud was bad but at least 'it's not like Enron'

Soon-to-be-freed former Tyco CEO Dennis Kozlowski tried to downplay the ripple effects of his $150 million fraud, according to his most recent parole board interview

Freight train collides with car carrier in New York, leaving one person hospitalized: reports

An astonishing photo capturing the scene shows firefighters swarming the billowing car carrier around 11:40 a.m. in Rockland County.

Ohio woman tried to poison judge husband of 45 years with antifreeze: report

Carla Hague faces an attempted murder charge for allegedly pumping her husband, Judge Charles Hague, with the toxic chemical.

EXCLUSIVE Metro-North engineer to undergo sleep apnea test as probe of crash widens the same day first victim is laid to rest

William Rockefeller may suffer from sleep apnea and that may have caused him to zone out while in control of the Metro-North's Hudson line train that derailed Sunday, according to a source.

Audio from Walker crash scene released as mom grieves

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WHO KILLED TALIB? L.A. cops hunt drive-by crew that gunned down boy, 7, in 25-bullet barrage as he sat in car with his mom

Cops in central Los Angeles are hunting for a crew of thugs who gunned down a 7-year-old boy as he waited in a car with his mother on Monday night.

'He no longer belongs to us. He belongs to the ages': President Obama pays tribute to Nelson Mandela

Obama paid a heartfelt tribute to Nelson Mandela, who passed away Thursday at the age of 95, praising the former South African President for achieving “more than could be expected of any man.”

Bloomberg gets choked up talking about unborn grandson and his legacy

The mayor who never weeps showed rare emotion Thursday when he spoke about his not-yet-born grandson and the city he hopes to leave for him.

'He was so sweet with everyone': Texas chemistry teacher shot and killed while on morning jog near site of 9/11 anniversary attack on U.S. Consulate in Benghazi

Ronnie Smith, 33, taught chemistry at the International School in the volatile Libyan city. He was killed while going for a morning jog and described himself online as "Libya's best friend."

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HEARTBREAK AFTER BREAK-IN: Keri Russell's split with husband revealed — as well as 'burglar's' prisoner past

A day after actress Keri Russell had a near-encounter with a pair of burglars at her Brooklyn house, it was revealed the “Felicity” star and her husband have split.

EXCLUSIVE Queens beauty whose face was slashed with broken glass by then-boyfriend and disgraced state senator disappears amid $35M lawsuit against city

Where in the world is Karla Giraldo? The Queens beauty who was slashed in the face with a broken glass by her then-boyfriend, disgraced state Sen. Hiram Monserrate, has disappeared.

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Submit questions NOW for our live chat with Ben Stiller & Kristen Wiig

Live event with 'The Secret Life of Walter Mitty' stars happens Saturday at noon.

Hubby of new 'Mob Wives' star sent to slammer

Reputed Colombo enforcer Edward (Tall Guy) Garofalo, Jr. was sent to jail Friday.

TV REVIEW ‘Operation Finally Home’

What's impressive is the work Dan Wallrath is doing. What’s appalling is that he has to do it.

'Downton Abbey' tea truck to visit NYC

Snag free tea and biscuits and get your photo taken in front of Highclere Castle in Manhattan.

Kirstie rants against Leah: 'You are my enemy'

Alley, 62, blasted Remini over the "King of Queens" actress' comments about Scientology.

Celeb trainer blasts 'horrific' juice cleanses

Planning on doing a post-holiday juice cleanse? Tracy Anderson doesn’t think that's a good idea.

Man spends $740 on PICTURE of new Xbox

A British dad is suffering major buyer's remorse after paying for what he thought was a gaming console.

He was an inspiration, but he didn't say that

Nelson Mandela quote being shared on social media was actually never uttered by South African hero.

Carrie 'couldn't be more proud' of 'Sound of Music Live!'

Whatever the reviews say, the singer is pleased with her turn as Maria von Trapp.

The actors who've played Nelson Mandela react

'Madiba may no longer be with us, but his journey continues on'

Paris Hilton slams Mandela, MLK Twitter hoax

The reality star slammed a fake tweet that claimed she had confused the two.

PHOTOS A look back at Nelson Mandela's life

Mandela spent nearly three decades in prison during his struggle against apartheid.

Birchbox opens a holiday pop-up

Stock up on beauty gifts or get your hair, nails and makeup done at the shop.

Tina Fey, Amy Poehler release Golden Globe teaser

In a new promo for the awards, the "Saturday Night Live" alumnae attempt to croon behind a piano.

Twitter CEO: I want Tina and Amy to tweet

Dick Costolo says he wished funny women Melissa McCarthy, Tina Fey and Amy Poehler would join.

Want to eat healthy? All you need is an extra $1.50

Healthy eating costs about $1.50 more per person per day than the least healthiest, study finds.

Bravo's 'Toned Up' will have sun, sand, sweat and skin

Katrina Hodgson and Karena Dawn are hot California girls, workout buddies and total ditzes. They're also the stars of a Bravo reality show, “Toned Up,” premiering Jan. 2.

Social shopping takes off on Wanelo

Fashionistas are jumpstarting a new trend – posting holiday wish lists online for the world to see, so friends and family know what they really want to find under the tree this year.

Your holiday diet survival guide

Unlike any other time of year, the holidays possess the ability to take level headed, health-conscious folks and turn them into binge drinking, pigs-in-a-blanket stuffing zombies.

'The Sound of Music Live!' scores nearly 18.5 million viewers

America's TV sets were alive with "The Sound of Music.as the production drew an estimated 18.5 million viewers, according to overnight Neilsen ratings.

Does food taste better when we think it's organic?

People find food tastes better when they think it is organic, a new study finds.

PHOTOS Paul Walker's grief-stricken family mourns

Friends, fans and family members continue to grieve the loss of Paul Walker.

Twitter CEO: I want more female comics on the site

Twitter CEO Dick Costolo told the “Today” show that he wished funny women Melissa McCarthy, Tina Fey and Amy Poehler would join the social networking site.

Kelly Clarkson on pregnancy: 'I vomit a good dozen times a day'

Nausea has officially set in for pregnant Kelly Clarkson.

Toned Adrian Grenier hits the beach in Miami

These stars love flaunting their picture-perfect beach bodies.

Does food taste better when we think it's organic?

People find food tastes better when they think it is organic, a new study finds. Researchers from University of Gävle in Sweden offered 44 participants two identical cups of coffee, telling them one was organic. When asked which one tasted better, most of the subjects pointed to the supposedly organic version.

Louis Vuitton builds beach house in Miami

Louis Vuitton has constructed a beach house planned by French designer Charlotte Perriand, 80 years after the iconic architect first designed the property.

SEE IT: World's most expensive wreath unveiled

A Christmas wreath featuring over 40 glittering diamonds and rubies was launched this week.

THEATER REVIEW ‘What’s It All About?’

Turning Burt Bacharach's gem-jammed catalogue into a worthwhile revue has proven elusive.

TV REVIEW 'The Improv: 50 Years Behind the Brick Wall'

Once in a while, you find a venue that “everybody who was anybody” really did play.

Kim K., Jeff Koons give North West 'art lessons'

North West is just 5 months old, but she's already making a splash on the art scene.

Dianna Agron returning for 'Glee' 100

The actress will again grace the halls of McKinley hall when she returns to "Glee" for its 100th episode.

Kate Middleton wows in demure evening gown

There's no doubt about it -- Kate Middleton is the reigning queen of style when it comes to all things glamorous, elegant and effortlessly chic. See the style icon's best moments ...

TV REVIEW ‘Bonnie & Clyde'

The producers of this new miniseries didn’t need 240 minutes to tell their outlaw story.

Bieber detained in Australia airport

The Biebs was reportedly detained and searched for drugs at the Brisbane, Australia airport.

PHOTOS Skin in the game

The Oxford University women's rugby team leaves little to the imagination with nude charity calendar.

PHOTOS Kate Middleton wows in demure evening gown

See the style icon's best moments.

Honda invents airbag smartphone case

Japanese automaker has found a way to incorporate airbags into a bulky smartphone shell.

SEE IT Touching Paul Walker tribute from 'Fast & Furious' family

The video in memory of Paul Walker from his "Fast & Furious" family was posted to Facebook Wednesday.

VIDEO GAME REVIEW Ryse: Son of Rome

The next generation of games lies in Ryse: Son of Rome. But in this case, beauty isn’t quite enough.

PHOTOS It's Christmas in New York

Take a look back at the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree lighting tradition through the years.

Christmas sweaters light up with GIFs

It took a rocket scientist to design a Christmas sweater that crackles and lights up like real-life flames.

Katy Perry and Niall Horan's NYC run-in

They found themselves at the Soho House Tuesday, one month after joke engagement.

'The Voice' winner to star in Skechers campaign

Danielle Bradbery will be the face of the brand in a major ad campaign for Skechers charity footwear.

Kim hits the streets of NYC with baby North

Even a stroll through the city with daughter North West is like a walk down the runway for Kim Kardashian.

Bieber video vixen says Selena slammed her for smooch

Did Justin Bieber's sexy new music video rub ex -girlfriend Selena Gomez the wrong way?

Double the pleasure for 'Nymphomaniac'

Lars von Trier's raunchy, controversial film will be released to theaters in two parts next year.

Adam Levine: Fiancée Behati Prinsloo laughed at ‘Sexiest Man Alive’ win

Adam Levine's "Sexiest Man Alive" victory lap continued on "Ellen" Thursday afternoon, where the Maroon 5 rocker dished to host Ellen DeGeneres about his family's reaction to the People magazine honor.

Han Solo 'Star Wars' pistol up for auction for $200K

The price is high with this one! A pistol used in the original "Star Wars" smash movie trilogy is going under the gavel. The DL-44 Blaster — used by Harrison Ford's character Han Solo in "The Empire Strikes Back" and "The Return of the Jedi" — is up for grabs Dec. 21.

PHOTOS Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting

Check out all the action from the 81st annual Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting ceremony.

Color of the year for 2014? Radiant Orchid

Orchid is growing on us: A version of the purple hue is Pantone Inc.’s color of the year for 2014.

Sam Champion gets emotional at 'GMA' sendoff

On his last day as the weatherman on "Good Morning America," Sam Champion did everything but call himself the luckiest man on the face of the Earth.

Melo denies report he's already decided to leave Knicks

One day after labeling the last-place Knicks the "laughingstock of the league," Carmelo Anthony shot down a radio report that he has already decided he will leave New York as a free agent after this season.

Karina’s backstage beauty tips from ‘DWTS’

How dancer Karina Smirnoff keeps her hair and makeup so perfectly in place on the show.

Video Game Review: Ryse: Son of Rome

If you ever wondered exactly how beautiful the next generation of video games could be, your answer lies in Ryse: Son of Rome. But in this case, beauty isn’t quite enough.

SEE IT: Lady Gaga's latest style makeover

Lady Gaga doesn't just have a brand new album, she also has a brand new look. Check out her latest style transformation ...

PHOTOS Erin Heatherton sizzles in Barbados

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

Movie review 'Twice Born,'

The tragic Balkan conflict of the 1990s is due for a sweeping, important and engaging cinematic remembrance. “Twice Born” wants to be that movie — a Bosnian “Doctor Zhivago” — but falls short.

Benedict Cumberbatch gives reading of R. Kelly lyrics

Benedict Cumberbatch fans may need to sit down for this one. The 37-year-old "Sherlock" actor appeared on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" on Wednesday night and, as a holiday treat, gave a dramatic reading of the lyrics of R. Kelly's new song "Genius."

SEE IT: Villains make 'The Amazing Spider-Man Part 2' trailer look good

Is Spider-Man going to have anyone left over to fight in parts 3 and 4? The first trailer for "The Amazing Spider-Man 2' swung onto the Web Tuesday, but the real stars of the 2 minute, 40 seconds of action-packed footage were the bad guys.

Multiple births decline in U.S. due to IVF changes

Fewer triplets, quadruplets and higher multiple sets of babies are being born from in-vitro fertilization in the United States due to more restrictive guidelines, researchers said Wednesday.

PHOTOS Kaley Cuoco posts beach pics with fiancee

Celebrities have no problem oversharing their luxurious lives on Twitter.

PHOTOS From X-Files to X-rated: Gillian Anderson poses topless with eel

These celebs take off their clothes for a good cause - charity.

Katherine Jackson wants another shot at AEG lawsuit

Jackson filed a “notice of intent” to ask for a new trial.

Willie Garson tries the direct route on 'White Collar'

Willie Garson’s Mozz character on the USA hit does amazing things with cameras, most of them illegal.

'Fast & Furious 7' production postponed as studio mulls starting over

Paul Walker’s death may force producers to go back to the starter’s block.

Hungerthon ready to roll

Annual fund-raising effort will feature items from Bruce Springsteen, Katy Perry and more.

PHOTOS White House holiday decorations

This year's theme is "Gather Around."

The clubs are alive for 'The Sound of Music'

Family of Maria von Trapp will be glued to the TV with guests at their Vermont lodge during live broadcast.

ESPN's Burgundy show axed

Results of a probe into sexual battery case at FSU have put off the appearance by Ron Burgundy.

Jay Z, Beyonce begin 22-day vegan challenge

The meat of American royalty, Beyonce and Jay Z, have decided to go vegan.

PHOTOS NFL cheerleaders take Week 13 by storm

Some of the best on-the-field action from NFL Week 13 had nothing to do with the games.

Sauced Santa's are coming to town

Bar owners in NYC are hopping on the SantaCon bandwagon.

PHOTOS Fashion faceoff

Who wore it better, Kim Kardashian or Carmen Electra?

Bruce Jenner's $15 million tell-all revenge?

Confidenti@l's Marianne Garvey talks the former Olympian on VH1's "The Gossip Table."

PHOTOS Bottoms up! A look back at Prohibition

It's been 80 years since the end of the18th Amendment, which outlawed sale and production of alcohol

Gwyneth & Tracy's new web venture

The actress and the celeb trainer have teamed up to launch a new web series called "The Restart Project."

Marc Anthony wants his $1.3M back, suit tells company

The singer has sued online music company ClubCreate over $1.3M loan that he claims was never repaid.

Spike Jonze's 'Her' wins best film accolade

The National Board of Review named the futuristic romance “Her” best film and Spike Jonze best director.

Dylan Neal cast in 'Fifty Shades of Grey'

Add another face to the '50 Shades of Grey' lineup.

Simon's baby mama finalizes divorce

Lauren Silverman, pregnant with the 'X Factor' judge's baby, has finalized divorce proceedings.

PHOTOS Gingerbread White Houses

White House celebrates the holidays with replica gingerbread houses of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue!

Met is living large with new 'Falstaff'

Starting Friday, Verdi’s comic masterpiece, “Falstaff,” gets its first Metropolitan Opera production since 1964.

H&M launches new 'Sport' collection

The Swedish fashion giant is not going to be left in the blocks as sports and lifestyle clothing booms.

Most popular baby names for 2013

For the first time in eight years, a new boys' name has topped the annual list.

Kris Jenner, Ben Flajnik share 'date night' photo

The Kardashian momager and 'Bachelor' decided to keep the rumor mill churning with a new photo.

Vodka company spices up line with Sriracha

The flavored vodka isn’t made with the famed hot sauce, but has a lot in common with the condiment.

Paul Walker as brother's best man

The "Fast & Furious" star served as his younger brother's best man Just weeks before his tragic death.

Trump coy about NY gov run

The Donald has told a group of GOP lawmakers and operatives that he’s not ruling it out.

Jason Biggs rips 'exploitive' coffee shop

"American Pie" star expressed his disapproval of a gimmick in LA coffee shop after Paul Walker's death.

SEE IT Tyson: I used a fake penis to pass drug tests

The former boxing champ had a reliable trick up his sleeve - or down his pants.

49ers send fans a how-to guide on cheering

The San Francisco 49ers want their fans to bring the noise when the Seattle Seahawks come to town.

'House of Cards' to return in February

Good news for Kevin Spacey fanatics: The second season of the Netflix series finally has a release date.

Stay classy, car buyers!

Chrysler’s Dodge Durango has gotten a huge sales boost from ads featuring ‘Anchorman’ Ron Burgundy

Microsoft develops bra to curb overeating

Researchers have built a brassiere that monitors stress levels to help the wearer calm anxious overeating.

EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS 'Fast & Furious' cast hold vigil at car crash site

The tragic scene becomes an an emotional memorial for Paul Walker.

Tyrese Gibson helping Paul Walker's family plan funeral

Gibson mourned with fans on Monday at the crash site and was noticeably emotional.

Bill Beckwith, ‘Curb Appeal’ co-host, dies in motorcycle crash

Beckwith, a co-host of the HGTV show “Curb Appeal” has been killed in a motorcycle accident in San Francisco.

Paul Walker charity to receive proceeds from ‘Fast & Furious’ DVD sales

Universal Pictures has reportedly decided to honor Paul Walker by donating part of the proceeds from the DVD sales of "Fast & Furious 6" to the actor's nonprofit charity, Reach Out Worldwide.

SEE IT: Soccer nut has team logo put on glass eye

A one-eyed British soccer nut has had the crest of his favorite team etched onto his glass eye. Andrew Canavan, 35, is paying daily tribute to his beloved Newcastle United by permanently wearing the $250 fake pupil.

Ex-Clinton staffer joins News Corp

Jim Kennedy, an aide to both Bill and Hillary Clinton, is now chief communications officer of News Corp.

Rep denies report Kimye looking to wed at Palace of Versailles

Earlier reports swirled that the couple would say "I do" inside the four walls of a palace

PHOTOS Tiara time for Kate

Middleton looked royally amazing at a diplomatic reception in London.

PHOTOS Selena Gomez turns up the heat in plunging jumpsuit

Check out which celebs we spotted going bra-free while out on the town.

PHOTOS Take the A-list train: Naomi Watts rides the NYC subway

Stars or straphangers? See which A-list celebs were spotted taking the subway ...

Bad Sex in Fiction award goes to Manil Suri for ‘The City of Devi’ scene

The Literary Review awarded its annual Bad Sex in Fiction Award to Manil Suri for his novel “The City of Devi,” for a scene comparing subjects in the throes of passion to various nuclear particles.

Humans eating more meat: study

But if you think humans are at the top of the food chain, think again.

EXCLUSIVE: 'Angel' won't be fired over Taylor Swift diss

Jessica Hart is keeping her wings.

PHOTOS Overexposed: Rosie suffers wardrobe malfunction

Nearly all of Hollywood has experienced the dreaded moment of overexposure.

Mo's Christmas gift idea for Jeter? Life-size female doll

Check out the gift suggestions Mariano Rivera had for some of his Yankee teammates while addressing a crowd at the Flatiron Building in Manhattan.

Alexander Wang designs for Dre's Beats

Dr. Dre's mega-popular headphones have been given a new fashion makeover by Alexander Wang.

Think RED for iPads, iPhones this season

Not sure what color iPod to get a special someone this Christmas? Try thinking RED — and not just because it's a pretty holiday color.

Pat Sajak 'feels terrible' about 'Fast & Furious' puzzle on 'Fortune'

The timing of the puzzle hit a sore spot for family and fans.

CNN eyes a big update on its news

CNN boss Jeff Zucker is a step closer to shaking up HLN, the news network’s sister channel, sources say.

TV REVIEW Kirstie Alley returns to the small screen in big way

Kirstie Alley’s return has a lot of sparkle, as she plays a kind of character who dominates a room.

THEATER REVIEW ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ - The Shakespeare production turns tables on audience

This 400-year-old work isn’t about nothing — or Bea and Ben. It’s about you.

Downton Abbey takes field trip to Buckingham Palace

Downton Abbey is getting a right royal makeover this Christmas.

PHOTOS Jaime King reveals first picture of son

Check out all the famous faces who have recently become parents ...

Michelle Rodriguez reacts to Paul Walker's death

Michelle Rodriguez shared words of grievance for longtime friend and co-star.

Kardashian family reveals their OVER-THE-TOP Christmas card — but did Kanye make the cut?

'Tis the season for the Kardashian family to put on coordinating designer duds, strike a sizzling pose and wish you the happiest of holidays with one ultra-glamorous Christmas card.

Malin Akerman’s hubby files for divorce

Actress' husband Roberto Zincone has reportedly filed divorce papers, ending the six-year marriage.

Tom Daley dating screenwriter: report

Days after coming out as bisexual, rumors surfaced that the diver is dating Dustin Lance Black.

Walker's heart of gold

The "Fast & Furious" star anonymously purchased an engagement ring for a soldier's bride-to-be, report says.

PHOTOS Paul Walker before he was famous

Take a look back at a life cut too short.

PHOTOS 'Fast & Furious' stars pay tribute to Paul Walker

The place where Paul Walker perished in a fiery car crash is now a memorial site.

Moms doing less housework, watching more TV

New research shows that mothers in the U.S. are far less physically active than in previous decades.

Walker crash car was fast, but had cutting-edge safety

The Porsche Carrera GT had strong chassis and powerful brakes to match 205-mph top speed.

Karl Lagerfeld signs limited edition Rolex

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Milgauss design has been given the Lagerfeld treatment.

Seahawks enjoy 'quaking crowd' in MNF win

Fans made so much noisethat it was registered on a nearby seismometer with earthquake-like energy.

'Bama fan starts petition asking for Iron Bowl overtime

A Crimson Tide supporter started an online petition asking the NCAA for an Iron Bowl do-over.

PHOTOS Gaga mad for plaid in Tokyo

It seems that her fashion is in a state of Scottish mania.

‘Love hormone’ may help autistic kids

Yale researchers have found that, when administered as a nasal spray, oxytocin enhances brain activity.

‘American Hustle’ wins New York honor

The New York Film Critics Circle has named David O. Russell’s “American Hustle” the best film of 2013.

Sexy Zoe's down-to-earth role

She stars as a teacher opposite Christian Bale and Casey Affleck in "Out of the Furnace."

Billy Joel to play open-ended run at MSG

Starting in January, Piano Man will play one show a month, for as long as audience demands.

Dylan Sprouse: Joe Jonas' essay is 'bullsh--t!'

"Suite Life of Zack & Cody" star has some choice words for essay on childhood fame.

Being ‘consciously asleep’ common: experts

Engineer in deadly train crash described as "consciously asleep," and experts say it's not unusual.

Why George Clooney is still single?

The handsome heartthrob has answered one of Hollywood's most burning questions.

Chad Johnson buys expensive gift for Evelyn Lozada’s baby

Former NFL pro even has a present for her unborn seed, who is not his child.

'GMA' plugs Sam Champion’s new Weather Channel show

ABC's "Good Morning America" dropped in a plug Tuesday morning for a rival program.

Bob Dylan probed over Croatia remarks

Charges filed against the singer after 2012 interview where he compared Croatians to Nazis and the KKK.

New furor over Lululemon

Yogawear brand posted a poem on Md. store window that read: “Cups of Chai/Apple Pies/Rubbing Thighs?”

Jaime King shows off her baby boy

New mom revealed first photo of son James-Knight Newman.

Life's a beach for Jada Pinkett Smith

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

Norman Rockwell family slams biography gay claim

New biography claiming the painter may have had homoerotic urges has his family up in arms.

Maria Bello reveals 'modern family' after coming out

Maria Bello and her happy, "modern" family gathered together to take a Thanksgiving photo, which the "Prisoners" actress posted to Twitter over the weekend.

Single Sriracha packet selling for $10K on eBay

Hot sauce fans are crazy for Sriracha, but how much will they spend to get their fix?

Elan Gale airplane feud a hoax

The rude note-passing feud was merely a ruse. Reality show producer Elan Gale caught heat for public shaming after live-Tweeting a crass in-flight word fight with a fellow passenger on Thanksgiving.

Gotham Film Awards 2013: James Gandolfini honored with tribute award

The Coen brothers’ folk music tale “Inside Llewyn Davis” has won best film at the 23rd annual Gotham Independent Film Awards in New York.

Heat guard and sister among victims of armed robbery

Former Knicks guard Roger Mason Jr. and his sister were among the victims of an armed robbery in Miami on Sunday night.

Holiday outfits that sparkle

It's your time to shine with these glittering looks, perfect for the holidays.

Celebrities wearing one-piece swimsuits

Who says you need to don an itty bitty two-piece to look and feel sexy on the beach? See which stars are ditching their bikinis for more classic one-piece swimsuits -- and look hot doing it.

Jessica Hart heats up Miami with sizzling bikini photo shoot

The Australian stunner made waves as she posed for photographers on the shore in one sexy beach look after another.

Celebrity photos of the week: Week of December 2

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

In memoriam: Stars we've lost in 2013

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

Kate Middleton's top style moments

There's no doubt about it -- Kate Middleton is the reigning queen of style when it comes to all things glamorous, elegant and effortlessly chic. See the style icon's best moments ...

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 ...

Supermodels show off their bikini bods

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

Lady Gaga's latest style makeover

Lady Gaga doesn't just have a brand new album, she also has a brand new look. Check out her latest style transformation ...

Best 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 greatest selfies of all time.

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. So how do Hollywood's hottest stars stack up without their camera-ready paint jobs? Check out the real face of fame.

Stars who wear underwear as outerwear

The reason it's called underwear is because you're supposed to wear it on the INSIDE of your clothing. Check out celebs who've decided to flip flop their blouses for bras and their pants for panties.

Sports

Texans fire Kubiak after 11th straight loss

The Houston Texans fired Gary Kubiak on Friday, parting ways with the only coach to lead the team to the playoffs. The team announced the decision one day after the Texans lost their 11th straight game, 27-20 at Jacksonville, a stunning fall for a team that expected to make a Super Bowl run.

Red-hot Jaguars beat Texans for third straight win

The Jacksonville Jaguars have gone from the worst team in the NFL to the hottest team in the AFC. And they’re enjoying it. Chad Henne threw two touchdown passes, Jordan Todman scored on some trickery and the Jaguars held on to beat the Houston Texans 27-20 on Thursday night.

Mandela used sports to unite racially divided South Africa

He emerged into bright winter sunshine, stepped onto the lush field and pulled on a cap. His long-sleeve green rugby jersey was untucked and buttoned right up to the top, a style all his own. On the back, a gold No. 6, big and bold.

Fake Lawrence Frank Twitter account tweets up laughs

Lawrence Frank’s reassigned job of “writing daily reports” may be an invention to mask the fact that he’s been exiled, but there’s a fake Frank writing real (and hilarious) reports.

Bark takes bite out of Big Apple

There isn’t a more ever-present voice around the NBA these days than Hall of Famer Charles Barkley’s, and TNT took him out of his usual studio role Thursday and made the provocative pundit a guest analyst with Marv Albert and Steve Kerr for the network’s broadcast of Knicks-Nets at the Barclays Center.

Rangers escape Buffalo with 3-1 win over Sabres

The Rangers were thieves in the night Thursday, escaping this frigid city with two points despite another mostly middling performance, this time against the NHL's worst team, the Sabres.

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MANDELA ♥ NY: Take a look back at the late South African President's 1990 visit to the Big Apple after his release from prison

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