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Motel dwelling drug kingpin, who lost his million-dollar home, family and prospering medical practice, linked to 2 slays and charged as point man in $550M oxycodone drug ring

Ten years ago, Dr. Robert Terdiman was living the good life. He had a $1.2 million home in ritzy Scarsdale, a thriving medical practice and three children. read full story »

NOT SO BUBBLY: An ounce of printer ink can now cost 30 times as much as the same amount of upscale champagne

Parents, small business owners, and just about anyone who has an inkjet printer have been grousing about ink prices for some time.

EX-PITCHER'S CANCER SHOCKER: Former Red Sox star Curt Schilling announces he's battling the disease

Curt Schilling, the former Red Sox who authored the famed "Bloody Sock" game and was one of the best postseason pitchers of all time, announced Wednesday he has been diagnosed with cancer.

Second University of Pennsylvania student commits suicide in 3 weeks: report

College sophomore and math whiz Elvis Hatcher, 18, reportedly died on Tuesday, after 19-year-old freshman, Madison Holleran, jumped to her death from a Philadelphia parking garage Jan. 17.

New findings about Obamacare's impact on jobs cause stir among Democrats and Republicans

In a likely preview of the mid-term elections, Democrats and Republicans talked past one another Wednesday with dueling interpretations of a new report on Obamacare's impact on jobs.

Gift of life: Bronx mother, 26, donates part of liver to save dying infant son

Rabia Anjum, who lives with her husband Zuhaib in Bedford Park, donated a segment of her liver to her 8-month-old son, Jahanzaib, in December after his own organ was failing from a rare congenital disease.

PHOTOS: Valentine's Day lingerie that will get his heart racing

Celebrity mixologist and former Cooking Channel host Darryl Robinson found dead in NYC apartment: police

Robinson, 50, was the star of "Drink Up" on the Cooking Channel. He was found unresponsive in his Bed-Stuy apartment.

Three suspects busted in SUV theft - but still no sign of missing Virginia cop

Cops arrested three siblings Tuesday who they believe stole a Virginia police captain’s vehicle last week. But what became of Kevin Quick, a 45-year-old police captain, remains unknown.

Ex-wrestling star and Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura says he’s gone 'off the grid' in Mexico so DRONES can't find him

Ventura's explosive comments delivered in what appeared to be all seriousness followed a reporter's inquiry on where he was during a TV interview with CNBC Tuesday.

Severed heads left at bank in Mexico with chilling note to warn snitches

Two human heads were placed in front of a bank in the city of Paracuaro, apparently by a barbaric drug cartel that controls a key state in Mexico.

Ex-police captain, who shot and killed texting movie-goer, weeps in front of judge and horrified wife of victim in hopes of receiving bail

Curtis Reeves, 71, appeared before a judge as well as the wife of his alleged victim, 43-year-old Chad Oulson on Wednesday while charged with second-degree murder.

'Your throat, I take grasp, can you feel the pain?': Goth Arizona teen strangles boyfriend, 43, to death during rough sex with electrical cord

He didn’t say the safe word. A 16-year-old Arizona girl says she strangled her 43-year-old boyfriend with an electrical cord during rough, consensual sex - and that he died when it got too intense.

EXCLUSIVECo-op City apartment complex owes workers $5 million in OT, lawsuit claims

Workers at Co-op City in the Bronx are claiming in a class action that the companies that run the complex have cheated them out of at least $5 million.

Hamill: Forced retirement of veteran city sanitation worker Lenworth Dixon is a load of garbage

What a load of garbage. The city just forced a sanitationman named Lenworth Dixon, 56, into retirement and fined him $1,500 because he accepted a $20 tip for hauling off a homeowner’s large load of refuse. Talk about trashing a workingman's life.

Florida judge considering bail for retired police officer accused in deadly movie theater shooting

Curtis Reeves, 71, appeared before a judge as well as the wife of his alleged victim, 43-year-old Chad Oulson on Wednesday while charged with second-degree murder.

'You tack that sucker up to six grand and this comes out of the hole like a bullet': Vice President Biden talks about his love for fast cars before United Autoworkers Union

In an appearance Wednesday before the autoworkers union, Vice President Biden sounded a lot like "Diamond" Joe Biden - his Trans Am-driving alter ego created by the jokesters at the Onion.

Gift of life: Bronx mother, 26, donates part of liver to save dying infant son

Rabia Anjum, who lives with her husband Zuhaib in Bedford Park, donated a segment of her liver to her 8-month-old son, Jahanzaib, in December after his own organ was failing from a rare congenital disease.

EXCLUSIVEMost of 1,200 teachers whom were undesirable to principals being sent back into classrooms on full-time basis

A pool of teachers whom principals don’t want to hire may be headed back into the classroom, the Daily News has learned.

Republicans rule out immigration legislation in 2014, hope that they control Senate next year

Conservative Republicans on Wednesday ruled out any immigration legislation in the House this year, insisting that the GOP should wait until next year when the party might also control the Senate.

EXCLUSIVEKathie Lee & Hoda: Get ready, NY! Westminster show, Fashion Week heading to town

Middle school cook accused of threatening to shoot up school over burnt cookies

Norfolk, Mass. cook Wendy Ferris, 46, allegedly stormed out of King Philip Middle School last Friday in a frightful rage after coworkers started re-baking cookies because hers were overcooked.

Broken taillight stop leads to bust of 500 bags of crack and heroin

An ex-con stopped in Manhattan because his minivan’s brake lights were out was busted on drug charges when cops found more than 500 bags of crack and heroin in the vehicle, police said.

'The eyes gave her away': Michigan woman who busted out of prison 36 years ago finally caught in San Diego

Judy Lynn Hayman's son, 32, was visiting his mother when the long arm of the law finally caught up with her on Monday. Mayer said his mother's past was "a complete surprise to him."

Bondy: SLEEPLESS IN SOCHI! Travel delays, wrong directions and little bathroom privacy make 48-hour-long journey to Olympics one to remember

The downhill races next week will be frightening. The Nordic combined, brutal. But the most grueling Olympic event this year is already finished for many participants: Getting To Sochi.

TERROR BITES: Toothpaste-tube bomb alert for airlines becomes Sochi's latest worry

The winter games begin on Thursday in Sochi, Russia, under high alert for radical Islamic terrorists who have launched a campaign of suicide bombings in the area in recent weeks.

Tom Sizemore denies own story of Hurley tryst with Bill Clinton

Texas executes woman convicted in 1998 torture killing — the 14th woman to be put to death in America since 1976

The execution of Suzanne Basso, 59, made the New York native only the 14th woman put to death in the U.S. since the Supreme Court in 1976 allowed capital punishment to resume.

Rare, ghost-white baby with nearly no blood born in California

The baby, Hope Juarez, was delivered by an emergency C-section and was pale as a sheet. But even more bizarre was when Orange County doctors pricked her feet to get a blood sample — and she didn't bleed.

FORGET SOCHI! The puddle jump in New York City has to be winter's most challenging event — SEE THE PHOTOS

A wintry mix made for a slushy commute in the Big Apple. Will these commuters make it over the wintry puddles?

The hotel water 'contains something very dangerous': Bizarre and foul tales emerge from Sochi as Olympics are set to begin

These are just some of the bizarre problems guests and athletes can expect at Russian President Vladimir Putin’s Winter Olympics in Sochi.

THE PUCK STARTS HERE: Your guide to the Olympic hockey tournament

The Daily News presents a 10-point reference guide to Winter Olympic men’s hockey, a 12-team tournament that opens at noon Eastern on Feb. 12.

WICKED WINTER CHAOS: Snow and ice sweep through Northeast, causing havoc on roadways

Mother Nature dealt the Northeast another blast of snow overnight Wednesday, leading to slick roads, sloppy commutes, and school, business and government closings in several states.

Petition calls on President Obama to use executive powers to halt millions of deportations

An immigrant rights group on Tuesday raised the pressure on President Obama to use his executive powers to stop millions of people from being deported.

Cops arrest man in connection with Hartford shooting of Aaron Hernandez associate

Hartford police arrested Leslie Randolph, a convicted felon, for his alleged role in the shooting of Alexander Bradley, an associate of former NFL star Aaron Hernandez.

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Philip Seymour Hoffman's number found on 3 cell phones in suspected drug dealer's apartment — one belonging to alleged heroin peddler under arrest

The 33-year-old woman was trying to get into the apartment of suspected heroin peddler Robert Vineberg (pictured top left) when she made the extraordinary admission. Max Rosenblum, 22, and Juliana Luchkiw, 22, (pictured at bottom left) were also among those arrested Tuesday night.

'A VULGAR AND DISGUSTING LIE': Screenwriter who found Philip Seymour Hoffman dead files $50 MILLION lawsuit over report he was actor's gay lover and saw him shoot up heroin several times

Speaking for an outraged David Bar Katz (pictured right and with Philip Seymour Hoffman at center), a friend said the National Enquirer ginned-up a bogus interview and the screenwriter intends to take legal action.

Daily News column editor once lived next to suspected heroin dealer tied to Philip Seymour Hoffman

For more than a year — ending in late 2011 — one of the suspected heroin dealers busted in connection with Philip Seymour Hoffman’s death was my next-door neighbor.

NEW PLAN FOR SANDRA FLUKE: Birth control advocate opts not to run for Congress, will run for state Senate instead

Fluke, the birth control advocate who Rush Limbaugh called a 'slut' on in 2012, had given the impression that she would run for Henry Waxman's seat.

SEE ITFirefighter arrested at scene of highway crash after fight with cop

A Southern California firefighter was arrested at the scene of a highway accident Tuesday after a dispute with a cop over where his truck was parked, authorities said.

3 arrested in brazen theft of 300-year-old violin worth $5 million

The Stradivarius, built in 1715, is still missing since the Jan. 27 theft in Milwaukee. But cops think the three people in custody know where the rare instrument is.

EXCLUSIVE PHOTO'Dr. Murray is nowhere near done fighting this conviction': Michael Jackson's doctor still working to keep his criminal appeal alive

Michael Jackson’s doctor is taking a hands-on approach to his ongoing criminal appeal and was heartened by a court ruling last Friday, his lawyer told the Daily News.

Democratic pols join forces to push for ban on e-cigarettes on Capitol grounds

A group of Washington Democrats are pushing to ban the use of electronic cigarettes on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol, according a report Wednesday.

In advance of World Cup, Brazil spying on government protesters

Brazilian security forces are using undercover agents, intercepting emails, and rigorously monitoring social media to try to ensure that violent anti-government protesters do not ruin soccer's World Cup this year.

Bieber plane pilots wore masks to block pot smoke: report

Attorney sued by ex-girlfriend for $1.2 million over abuse including threatening her with a knife

An attorney at a Manhattan white-shoe law firm terrorized his beautiful ex-girlfriend — even threatening her with a knife — after she dumped him, according to a lawsuit filed Wednesday.

SEE IT'That kid would be better off living with wolves': Tiny girl filmed smoking cigarette in Finland

The girl, believed to be 2 to 3 years old, was filmed puffing away. Shocking footage shows her popping her lips before she inhales and then breathed out the toxic smoke.

SEE IT18-foot Burmese python found in Florida Everglades

Engineers in the Everglades stumbled upon a near-record-breaking Burmese python measuring more than 18 feet long during a routine inspection of levees on Tuesday.

CONCERT REVIEWFarber: Madonna, Pussy Riot and Debbie Harry stir a younger generation with call for human rights as part of the first Amnesty International show in 16 years

The universal call for human rights stirred another generation Wednesday. The first Amnesty International concert for the cause in 16 years took place before a fresh audience and featured a new wave of stars. Moreover, it was the first such event to happen in Brooklyn, at the Barclays Center.

GET TO THE CHOPPER! NYPD bolsters rescue capabilities with new helicopters complete with infrared cameras and improved tracking beams that can illuminate crime scenes or fleeing suspects

The NYPD has purchased four state-of-the art helicopters to help bolster its rescue capabilities and send aerial images to cops on the street.

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White House coached NFL players on how to tweet praise of Obamacare: report

Interference on the play! White House officials coached NFL players on how to tweet favorable information about Obamacare during the Super Bowl, a new report alleges.

Hell freezes over! Verrazano Bridge tolls to be cut for S.I. residents, truckers

Gov. Cuomo on Thursday will visit Staten Island to announce an election-year gift - lower tolls for residents and commercial truckers using the Verrazano Bridge, the Daily News has learned. Under the plan, the toll for Staten Island residents who use EZ Pass will fall to $5.50, according to a source briefed on the new pricing structure.

YOU WON'T BELIEVE WHAT THIS KID DID: Boy charged with animal cruelty after he's seen in vicious puppy-beating video

WARNING: Graphic video Laughter is heard as this 13-year-old punk smacks a puppy so hard it stumbles. He has been arrested after social media users copied his Facebook posting and sent it to cops and a local TV station.

Trying to get pregnant? Certain sexual lubricants won’t help

Couples trying to conceive may want to avoid using certain common sexual lubricants, which a new study says can harm sperm and reduce the chances of pregnancy.

Twitter's first earnings report beats expectations — but leaves room for growth

Twitter’s stock value more than doubled since it went public in November. That's what the San Francisco-based company said in its first earnings report as a public company Wednesday.

U.N. panel criticizes Vatican for 'systematically' covering up sexual abuse

The Vatican "systematically" adopted policies that allowed priests to abuse thousands of children over decades, a U.N. committee said.

LET'S GET READY TO RUMBLE: DMX in talks to fight George Zimmerman in 'celebrity boxing match'

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HOW DID WE GET HERE? Bill Nye 'The Science Guy' has spirited debate with Creation Museum founder

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Rare owl named for Richard Sherman stolen from Washington sanctuary

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SPORTS

DUNKFEST '14: LeBron, Blake play can you top this as Miami tops Clippers in L.A.

LeBron James had 31 points, 12 assists and eight rebounds, Ray Allen hit a clinching 3-pointer in the final minute, and the Heat snapped a five-game road losing streak against the stubborn Clippers, 116-112.

Cromartie huffs and puffs about NFL pot policy

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CBS scores Thursday night NFL package

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Rocket suffers legal setback vs. McNamee

Roger Clemens and his attorneys have struck out in their attempt to block former trainer Brian McNamee from using communications with the disgraced Yankee star’s agent and public relations strategist as evidence in his defamation lawsuit.

Knicks can't complete furious last-minute comeback vs. Blazers

Mike Woodson's long walk from the bench to the locker room included a slight detour toward center court, where Woodson tossed one final insult in the direction of referee Danny Crawford.

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SLUSH CITY! Snowy cars around the world

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THE MOST DANGEROUS STREET IN NY: Shocking report reveals 90 of the 420 pedestrians killed in auto-related accidents between 2010-12 were on Broadway

From 2010 through 2012, there were 420 pedestrians killed on city streets, and Broadway had more deaths than any other street, with nine — seven of which were at or above W. 99th St., according to an analysis of federal crash data released Wednesday.

DID SHE LOSE TOO MUCH TOO FAST? 'Biggest Loser' sparks concern over winner Rachel Frederickson's incredible weight loss

Fans’ jaws dropped when Rachel Frederickson unveiled her thin, 105-pound frame Tuesday night — a drastic change from when she started on the NBC hit weighing 260 pounds.

Selena Gomez checked into rehab 'to take some time for herself'

Three thieves steal more than $10,000 from church collection money meant for family of girl killed in car wreck: officials

The thieves allegedly stole the money from the Roman Catholic Holy Name of Jesus Church in NYC, which created a "special collection" just for the Russo family after the 4-year-old girl was struck and killed by a car last June.

Pope Francis: Share the wealth with the poor because 'unjust' social conditions can lead to sin

Pope Francis extolled the benefits of sharing wealth with the poor on Tuesday, warning that “unjust” social conditions like unemployment can lead to sin, financial ruin and even suicide.

Vice President Joe Biden's niece gets no-jail deal for hitting cop at her Tribeca apartment

Caroline Biden, 26, is currently receiving inpatient treatment for anger management and other issues, her lawyer said.

Kryzie King’s bail is revoked as prosecutors announce they’ll likely bring a murder charge against the sadistic sitter

King, 27, appeared in Manhattan Supreme Court Wednesday for her arraignment on first-degree assault and other charges. Prosecutors successfully argued for her bail to be revoked.

'I couldn’t say yes to potentially losing them both if there was a chance to save our son': Brain-dead Canadian woman kept on life support as healthy baby grows inside her

Machines have kept Robyn Benson’s body alive for the past five weeks while her son, named Iver, grows inside her.

Obama orders pause to drone strikes in Pakistan as country pursues peace talks with Taliban: report

The controversial unmanned warplanes have not unleashed death from above since December — the longest such lull in strikes since 2011, the Washington Post reported.

Brooklyn teacher vows to fight for her job after sexting scandal with investigator looking into misconduct charges against her

Natalya Sokolson, of Coney Island's Public School 329, engaged in a steamy 11-month exchange with former investigator Lawrence Scott, who was meant to be looking into charges she had mistreated students.

French jewelry thief caught by own DNA after kissing gagged hostage on cheek

An arrogant French jewelry thief was busted by his own DNA after he kissed his gagged and bound hostage on the cheek during a raid, police said.

Consumer protection czar Richard Cordray to play ‘Jeopardy’ for second time

The nation's top bank watchdog will appear in a very different role Wednesday — as a “Jeopardy!” contestant.

Kim Kardashian flashes tone tummy in crop top

SNOW WAY! Man makes interesting discovery while waist-deep in the white stuff — SEE THE VIDEO

A family posted a video of a man who made a very amusing discovery while shoveling through waist-high snow.

THE MOST GRUESOME AD EVER? Graphic anti-truancy video shows teens getting blown to bits for skipping school

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Cate Blanchett sparkles at 'Monuments Men' premiere

EXCLUSIVEBrooklyn mom alleges NYPD officers groped her before breaking her 10-year-old son's leg in shocking lawsuit

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KICKING THE HABIT: CVS to stop selling cigarettes and tobacco products by Oct. 1 in move that will cost chain $2 billion in annual revenue

CVS CEO Larry Merlo says the company decided it can no longer sell cigarettes at places where it also provides health care.

FROM 'AMERICAN IDOL' TO CONGRESS? Clay Aiken running for congressional seat in North Carolina

Former “American Idol” runner-up Clay Aiken announced that he will run for Congress in his native North Carolina as a Democrat.

Gun lobbyist sparks outrage after comparing 'happy' Africans from Africa to 'surly' African-Americans

Larry Pratt has been slammed for suggesting that Africans living on that continent 'don't identify with the surliness that's all too frequently the attitude of their fellow African-Americans here.'

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BORN TO BE WILD: Photographer captures rare moment three baby polar bears emerge from den to play in the wilderness

A lucky photographer has managed to photograph these adorable images that of the playful first moments in the lives of young polar bear cubs.

FAST & FURIOUS: Short, intense workouts let fitness fans burn calories in minutes

Can you really get a good workout in the time it takes to eat a sandwich? Experts say yes - but it’s going to burn.

EXCLUSIVECompany that botched rollout of HealthCare.gov loses $10M contract to overhaul city's 311 hotline

Controller Scott Stringer’s office refused Tuesday to approve a contract awarded by the Bloomberg administration to the Montreal-based firm CGI to overhaul the city’s 311 information hotline.

UNSPEAKABLE ACT: Cops arrest mother, boyfriend for brutal beating death of 3-year-old whose body was found stuffed in suitcase, crammed in freezer

A deranged Northern California mother killed her 3-year-old daughter last week, crammed her into a suitcase and stuffed the tot’s body in a freezer before going on the run, shocking court papers revealed Tuesday.

EDITORS' PICKS

CONFIDENTI@LCate Blanchett skips Woody's 'Monument'-al party

Cate Blanchett skipped the party for “Monuments Men” due to concerns about molestation accusations against “Blue Jasmine” director Woody Allen and her friend Philip Seymour Hoffman’s death.

Wendi Deng professes love for Tony Blair in steamy missive

Vanity Fair has released its much-anticipated investigation into her divorce with Rupert Murdoch.

Cher’s son opens up about heroin use

Cher’s son Elijah Blue Allman is talking about his own struggles after Philip Seymour Hoffman’s death.

‘Good Luck Charlie’ causes uproar with lesbian couple

Conservatives sent into a tizzy after two lesbian moms paid a visit to Disney Channel show.

PHOTOSPictures of the day

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Real-life 'Philomena' gets audience with Pope Francis

Actual inspiration behind the drama has already won an incredible honor — an audience with the Pope.

CBS lands Thursday night NFL package

Jim Nantz and Phil Simms have a big score on their hands in the broadcast booth.

Kimye planning for May wedding

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West have reportedly decided to move their wedding date up two months.

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Ryan Gosling, Eva Mendes NOT broken up

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Cory Monteith's band releases debut album

Cory Monteith never got to hear his band’s completed debut album – but fans did on Tuesday.

Wob at first sight

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'Vampire Academy' author dishes on book series, film

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Wall-mounted singing fish spooks burglar at fishing shop

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Jared Leto charged with ‘trans-misogyny’ at event

He's not only scoring a lot of accolades for his “Dallas Buyers Club” role — he’s attracting uproar.

PETA cries foul over Namath's Super fur

The fur is starting to really fly between PETA and Jets legend Joe Namath.

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Ladies, do you have a guy friend you want to help find love? Now you can.

More than half of U.S. adults sext: study

54% of American adults send or receive steamy texts, nude photos or other private content, study finds.

Cate Blanchett sparkles at 'Monuments Men' premiere

A star-studded cast for "The Monuments Men" makes for a star-studded premiere in NYC.

After injuring wrist, Shaun White withdraws from slopestyle

Shaun White pulled out of the Olympic slopestyle contest Wednesday, about 24 hours after being banged up on a course that riders are criticizing as unduly harsh.

Ramona: Divorce 'has been the most difficult time of my life'

Ramona Singer wants her fans to know she's grateful for the support.

Ashanti stalker rails against Twitter-clueless judge

A lovesick Ashanti stalker railed at a Manhattan judge Tuesday for not knowing about Twitter — his main avenue for unwanted sexting to the foxy singer.

Clooney: ‘Monuments Men’ took pay cuts

Actor-director has revealed the stars of his latest film all took salary cuts to ensure it got made.

Discovery to air live jump off Everest

Joby Ogwyn will attempt the first wing jump off the summit of Mount Everest in May.

SEE IT: Video spoofs controversial Coke Super Bowl ad

A New York-based sketch comedy group posted a spoof of the controversial the ad that featured children singing "America the Beautiful" in seven different languages.

CBS scores Thursday night NFL package

Jim Nantz will be saying “Hello” to his friends a lot more often next season, including broadcast partner Phil Simms.

George Zimmerman, DMX to fight in ‘celebrity’ boxing match

George Zimmerman is not a celebrity. But Trayvon Martin's killer has apparently signed on to fight rapper DMX in a "celebrity boxing match," according to TMZ.

Gwen Stefani calls herself ‘chunky’ in 1983 photo, sparking ire

'Chunky me 1983,' the singer captioned a photo of herself on Twitter.

James Franco launching acting school

The hardest working man in showbiz just landed yet another part-time job. James Franco is adding another hyphenate in front of his name, launching his own acting school, Studio, 4, at North Hollywood’s Playhouse West, Deadline.com first reported.

The parenting habit that can lead to child obesity

Parents who regularly punish or dismiss their children’s anxieties could be setting their kids up for obesity, warns a new study.

Marvel Comics go-to artist leaps to rival DC Entertainment

It's the comic book equivalent of Derek Jeter signing with the Mets.

Jamaican bobsledders without equipment in Russia

The carefree Jamaicans were unable to make their first practice runs Wednesday because their luggage, with the runners for their two-man sled as well as all their sliding gear, was missing.

Beckham will bring MLS club to Miami

David Beckham has exercised his option to purchase a Major League Soccer expansion team in Miami, and the deal with the former English national team captain will be finalized when he can secure a financing plan and location for a new stadium.

Miranda Kerr is H&M's new face for spring

The Aussie model has been signed up as the face of the Swedish fashion brand, which will soon be arriving Down Under.

'Walking Dead' is TV's top show among most-desired viewers

If you want one statistic that shows just how big a hit “The Walking Dead” has become, try this one.

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NYC furrier 'wows' Joe Namath with $3,000 retro coat for Super Bowl

The Manhattan clothier says he bonded with the former Jets star.

'Little House on Prairie' star Richard Bull dies at 89

Bull gained small-screen fame playing the kind-hearted proprietor of the general store.

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Springsteen's daughter 'equestrian ambassador' for Gucci

Gucci has just hired the daughter of 'The Boss'.

U.S. figure skating opts for both Gold and Wagner in team event

U.S. Figure Skating punted a difficult decision in Sochi.

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The fictional town of “Almost, Maine” is buried in snow. The play is a series of 12 vignettes about love.

Clinton was Leno’s top ‘Tonight Show’ target

For Jay Leno, Bill Clinton was the gift who kept on giving, with 4,600 jokes at ex-president's expense.

PHOTOSSnow strikes New York City

The metropolitan area was a winter wonderland once more after snow started falling on Feb. 3.

Ms. Marvel, a Muslim teen, set to make superhero history

New Ms. Marvel is set to make a Hulk-sized impact on the comic book industry.

PHOTOSIreland shares cheeky workout pic

Ireland Baldwin shared a racy workout snap of her derriere while at the gym.

List of NYC clubs banning Bieber keeps growing

New York City club 1 OAK is just one of many Big Apple hangouts where the 19-year-old singer's banned.

Graydon Carter talks Paltrow feud

The actress' alleged feud with Vanity Fair was "a far cry" from what actually happened, its editor says.

Prepon back for 'most' of 'Orange is the New Black'

The actress will return will be back for more "Orange is the New Black," Series creator Jenji Kohan says.

Bargain for the bride

Zac Posen wants to make sure tying the knot doesn’t empty your wallet.

'Divergent' trailer introduced by ziplining Shailene

First trailer for upcoming "Divergent" debuted Monday night on Jimmy Kimmel's late night show.

Sarah Jessica Parker rips Chris Christie

The Jersey girl took the governor to task on Tuesday for not coming clean in Bridgegate scandal.

Kim K 'so annoyed' she dyed her hair

It looks like Kim Kardashian is having some dyer’s remorse.

PHOTOSHoffman snaps haunting photo just 2 weeks before OD

The actor was found dead in his apartment of an apparent drug overdose on Sunday.

Teary Cate Blanchett visits fallen actor's former home

There were tears in actress Cate Blanchett’s eyes when she arrived.

SEE IT: Jared Lorenzen still fat ... and fantastic

Jared Lorenzen, the former Giants backup quarterback, was back on the gridiron Monday, leading the Northern Kentucky River Monsters to a win over the Bluegrass Warhorses in the Continental Indoor Football League.

'DWTS' fires live band to make way for 'small electric band'

"Dancing with the Stars" most recent elimination is its band. The show's longtime music director, Harold Wheeler, was fired Monday along with his 28-member band.

‘Little Couple’ star’s cancer in remission

"The Little Couple" has some exciting news to share with fans. Jen Arnold, who stars on the TLC reality show "The Little Couple" along with husband Bill Klein, has announced that her cancer is in remission.

Liev Schreiber shines on 'Donovan' set

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Beckham wraps up baby Harper in NYC

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

Benedict Cumberbatch meets his match on ‘Sesame Street’

Benedict Cumberbatch imparts a fun counting lesson in his guest spot on "Sesame Street."

These movies could save your marriage, study says

Making it past the three-year itch could be as simple as popping in a DVD and watching other couples fight.

Woody Allen lawyer: Dylan Farrow’s molestation memories were ‘implanted’

Woody Allen's lawyer lobbed that accusations against Allen are the result of "implanted" memories, and not actual reality.

Miley Cyrus 'proud' of not smoking cigarettes for 2 months

Who says Miley Cyrus can't be a role model? The 21-year-old singer has quit smoking cigarettes and boasted about her progress on Twitter Monday.

Mariah Carey shows off beach body

Fight off the winter chill with a look at the hottest celebrity beach bodies making waves this year.

Eva Mendes denies telling TSA officers she’s pregnant

Is Eva Mendes with child? The "Place Beyond the Pines" actress has denied rumors she is pregnant with her first child.

Jon Stewart hosts NYC mayor and confronts the pizza-cutting pol

Jon Stewart gave Mayor de Blasio a lesson in eating a slice of pizza New York-style Monday night.

From Russia with love: Vladimir Putin in action

He may look like a hard-faced leader, but Russia's Prime Minister Vladimir Putin is just an average guy ... kind of. Take a look at Vladimir Putin being, well, Vladimir Putin ...

WARNING GRAPHIC PHOTOBieber hits new low in raunchy moment with stripper

A shocking photo of the pop star and a friend has surfaced online.

SCORE! How one woman landed free tickets to Super Bowl for a hug

Manhattan Zumba instructor Shari Katz, 29, had no idea she and a friend were being filmed — and tested — to see how far they would go when a stranger approached them in Madison Square Park last week and asked for a hug.

Roger Waters slams Scarlett Johansson for SodaStream ad

Israeli money, it’s a crime — at least according to former Pink Floyd frontman Roger Waters.

Ke$ha producer receives Twitter death threats

Dr. Luke, who is known for his work with today's biggest pop stars such as Katy Perry and Miley Cyrus, has been the target of death threats on Twitter from angry Ke$ha fans, TMZ reports.

Barbara Walters defends Woody Allen on ‘The View’

Barbara Walters is coming to the defense of Woody Allen.

Are Diddy and Cassie Ventura engaged?

If the proof is in the music mogul’s recent Instagram post then chances are the couple are heading towards matrimony.

PHOTOSCelebs celebrate the Super Bowl in NYC

Stars flooded the the Big Apple for the big game.

Miley Cyrus: I like being ‘associated with sexuality’

In a special feature for W Magazine, Ronan Farrow interviews 2013 'it' girl Miley Cyrus, covering everything from how much she actually doesn't like children, to how she has become this generation's "human text message" in terms of her popularity — although she doesn't care.

More anger management for Chris Brown

Chris Brown probably wanted to kiss-kiss his judge Monday after, sidestepping a new effort to put him in jail.

Philip Seymour Hoffman remembered: Fans and stars pay tribute

Philip Seymour Hoffman's death on Feb. 2, 2014 sparked an outpouring of tributes from fans and celebrities.

Super Bowl XLVIII isn't ratings blowout

TV viewership dropped more than 10M from last year.

Taylor Swift fan rushes onstage during concert

Justin Bieber, Beyonce, Rihanna and others have all fallen victim to the crazed bum-rusher or handsy fan, and during her concert in London over the weekend, Swift, 24, found herself in the same predicament.

Jerry Seinfeld brings Jason Alexander on new series but in old place

Jerry Seinfeld teams with George Costanza for 'Comedians.'

Celebs who pose a problem on the red carpet

Some of the most photographed stars on the planet strike poses that make them look contrived, silly or worse, unphotogenic.

Joan Mondale, wife of former vice president, dies at 83

Mondale’s husband, sons Ted and William and other family members were by her side when she died, the family said in a statement released by their church.

Kevin and Danielle Jonas welcome baby girl

The baby girl is named Alena Rose Jonas.

PHOTOSTake a look back at Hoffman's most memorable roles

Philip Seymour Hoffman has received many accolades during his acting career.

Trace Adkins' father passes away

The country crooner lost his dad days after reportedly leaving a Florida rehab to be by his side.

Hoffman's death prompts 'Desperate Housewives' star to reveal addiction issues

Shawn Pyfrom decided to reveal his struggle.

Smartphone alerts are scents, not chimes

Why not swap annoying smartphone audio alerts for sweet or savory scents?

Ten years after Janet Jackson's shocking Super Bowl performance, check out wardrobe malfunction was born

This year marks the 10th anniversary of Janet Jackson's infamous wardrobe malfunction at the Super Bowl halftime show ... and it's only gone downhill from there. See the most shocking wardrobe malfunctions of all time.

'Hunger Games' cast and crew mourn Philip Seymour Hoffman

Jennifer Lawrence and many colleagues from his last big film role issued a statement.

Bieber pal hit with three felonies in wake of egg raid bust

Justin Bieber's live-in friend Lil Za has been charged with felony possession of Ecstasy and Oxycodone.

Mets pitcher Matt Harvey, supermodel Anne V split

Mets ace Matt Harvey is back on the market.

SEE IT'Captain America' sequel trailer a win during Super Bowl

Peyton Manning may not have provided much offense, but Captain America sure did.

SEE IT'Transformers: Age of Extinction' trailer debuts during Super Bowl

Mark Wahlberg is biggest upgrade in director Michael Bay's fourth installment in the 'Transformers' series.

PHOTOSLook back at the Seahawks' Super Bowl win

The Seahawks defense shuts down the Broncos' top-rated offense in a crushing 43-8 victory.

PHOTOSSeattle Seahawks fans celebrate Super Bowl win

It was a non-stop party in Seattle following the Seahawks' 43-8 Super Bowl victory.

Soccer player's wife causes stir with post-baby pics

Caroline Berg Eriksen has proudly boasted that her 'my shape is getting better and better'

Lorne Michaels says GOP takes a joke better

When it comes to comedy and politics, it seems that donkeys are missing a funny bone.

SEE IT:Philip Seymour Hoffman, 46, among stars taken too soon

Tragedy can strike, even in Hollywood. Take a look back at the stars who have left us too soon.

Philip Seymour Hoffman was also a force on stage, earning 3 Tony nominations

Philip Seymour Hoffman was famous for winning an Oscar for "Capote." But for nearly two decades the actor was a fixture on New York stages as an actor and director.

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It was the Broncos versus the Seahawks at this year's Super Bowl, but the best performance of the night belonged to Bruno Mars, who stole the show during the Pepsi Super Bowl XLVIII halftime extravaganza singing hits such as "Locked Out of Heaven" and "Runaway Baby" alongside the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

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Let the chaos begin! Thousands of Super Bowl fans headed to the MetLife Stadium before the big game between the Denver Broncos and Seattle Seahawks on Feb. 2, 2014.

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Freeman humbled by biggest deal in Braves' history

Freddie Freeman says he won't try to do anything differently to prove he was deserving of the biggest contract in Atlanta Braves' history.

Female hoops star calls media sexist over Super Bowl coverage

Lauren Jackson, a two-time WNBA title winner with the Seattle Storm in 2004 and 2010, fired off a series of tweets blasting Fox Sports for calling the Seahawks the Emerald City's first champion since 1979, when the now-defunct Supersonics captured the NBA crown.

SEE IT: Jared Lorenzen still fat ... and fantastic

Jared Lorenzen, the former Giants backup quarterback, was back on the gridiron Monday, leading the Northern Kentucky River Monsters to a win over the Bluegrass Warhorses in the Continental Indoor Football League.

Jeter gets in first live batting practice of 2014

Derek Jeter hit two firsts Monday in his workout at the Yankees' minor-league complex, taking live batting practice on the field and fielding ground balls at shortstop. Jeter, who is coming back from a 2013 season wrecked by injuries, had not done either in his pre-spring training workouts so far.

Devils can't hold late lead again, fall to Avs in OT

Ryan O’Reilly scored a power-play goal 28 seconds into overtime and the Colorado Avalanche rallied for a 2-1 victory over the New Jersey Devils on Monday night.

Sochi plans mass killing of stray dogs ahead of Olympics

A pest control company which has been killing stray dogs in Sochi for years told The Associated Press on Monday that it has a contract to exterminate more of the animals throughout the Olympics.

Seahawks WR Baldwin rips Cris Carter in post-Super Bowl rant

A memo to any NFL analysts who dare to question the Seattle Seahawks receiving corps: Doug Baldwin is tired of hearing it. Baldwin, who made five catches for 66 yards and a touchdown in the game, made that clear after the Super Bowl demolition of the Broncos.

Bondy: Lolo brings celebrity factor to U.S. bobsled team

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Tommy Moe hadn’t even skied to a complete stop before his gold-medal celebration began. Right after tucking across the finish line at the 1994 Olympic men’s downhill, Moe stole a glance at the scoreboard, grinned, and as he went sliding through the finish corral, danced a funny little jig.

Pacers sign Bynum for rest of season

The Pacers are adding size and scoring to the Eastern Conference’s best team Saturday, signing free agent center Andrew Bynum for the rest of the season. Team officials did not release additional details of the contract.

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