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EXCLUSIVE: Adis Medunjanin, the terrorist foiled in 2009 bomb plot on NY subway, joins the nations most diabolical criminals in notorious Colorado prison dubbed 'cleaner version of hell'

The newest resident in Colorado’s bombers row is an Al Qaeda-trained terrorist who hoped to blow up a New York subway station, the Daily News has learned. read full story »

FAST AND FURIOUS: Florida woman gives birth to daughter on doorstep of hospital as friend documents dramatic moment

Amy Beth Cavaretta told photographer and friend Emily Robinson that she went fast delivering her first daughter. She went faster with her second.

GOP OMG: Bob Dole says today's Republicans would never elect REAGAN or NIXON

Today's Republican party has grown so radical that it wouldn't have welcomed GOP legends like Ronald Reagan and Richard Nixon, former Senate Majority leader and presidential candidate Bob Dole said Sunday.

Brazilian Tony Kanaan ends Indy drought with first 500 win

Tony Kanaan has finally won the Indianapolis 500. Kanaan drove past Ryan Hunter-Reay on a restart with three laps to go, then coasted across the finish line under yellow when defending race winner Dario Franchitti crashed far back in the field.

Cannes gives top cinema honor, the Palme d'Or, to movie with GRAPHIC lesbian sex scene

The tender lesbian romance "Blue Is the Warmest Color: The Life of Adele" won the hearts of the 66th Cannes Film Festival, taking its top honor, the Palme d'Or.

LUPICA: It's time for Rutgers President Robert Barchi to be on his way

If he didn't know of the letter new athletic director Julie Hermann's former team signed complaining of abuse, he should be fired for negligence. If he knew and still hired her, he should be fired for that.

Wild Bynes attacks Rihanna on Twitter

Stars from worn U.S. flags used to honor military

Stars cut from worn-out U.S. flags will be handed out on Memorial Day to men and women in the military and veterans as part of a campaign called Stars For Our Troops that recognizes service to country.

Oregon teen charged after police say he plotted Columbine-inspired attack on high school

An Oregon teen is accused of plotting to blow up his high school in an attack “modeled after the Columbine shootings,” prosecutors said Saturday.

Suspect in brutal killing of British soldier was arrested on terror charges in 2010 in Kenya, authorities say

A suspect in the savage killing of a British soldier on a London street was arrested in Kenya in 2010 near the East African country's border with Somalia, an anti-terrorism police official said Sunday.

Deadlocked jurors in Jodi Arias trial describe ‘awful’ feeling after sentencing phase

Three of the jurors in the Jodi Arias trial who voted to put the convicted killer to death say it was “gut-wrenching” when the panel couldn’t come to a consensus.

DONOHUE: Citi Bike is here and despite some fears, New Yorkers may just roll with it

The cyclists are coming! The cyclists are coming!

NASCAR CHAOS: Ten fans injured at Coca-Cola 600 as live TV cable falls

Charlotte Motor Speedway said 10 fans were injured Sunday at the Coca-Cola 600 and three were taken to the hospital after a nylon rope supporting a FOX Sports overhead television camera fell from the grandstands and landed on the track surface.

Boston Marathon runners cross finish line at Indy 500

Dozens of runners unable to complete the Boston Marathon due to the bombings finished their runs over the famed bricks at Indianapolis Motor Speedway just before the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday.

Pope urges Mafia to abandon evil ways, 'convert' their hearts

Pope Francis paid tribute to a courageous priest murdered by the Sicilian Mafia as a martyr and urged mobsters on Sunday to abandon their evil ways, particularly the exploitation of people in trafficking rackets such as prostitution.

Hamill: Brooklyn's Steve Schirripa, former 'Sopranos' star, is living large in TV, family

“The Secret Life of an American Teenager,” a mobster on “The Sopranos” or an uncle to a geeky kid visiting Brooklyn in Nickelodeon’s “Nicky Deuce,” Schirripa plays it all by old-fashioned Brooklyn rules.

KEYS TO THE CITY: The Sing for Hope program is putting 88 refurbished pianos on city street corners with a special message: 'Everyone belongs, everyone’s invited, everyone can play'

Get ready to tickle those ivories — New York’s street pianos are returning.

LOVETT: Assembly Democrats privately fear fallout of retaining Sheldon Silver as speaker amid sexual harassment scandal

After two investigations found that he mishandled complaints against former Assemblyman Vito Lopez, Dems publicly supported him. Many still think he will stick around, but fears are growing that he will become a campaign issue for them.

Republicans call Obama 'tone deaf' for suggesting end to post-9/11 war

Republicans widely blasted President Obama on Sunday for his decision to move the nation away from the open-ended global war on terror that began after 9/11.

UK terrorism task force focuses on radical preachers

Britain's government is setting up a new terrorism task force to tackle radical preachers and extremism, officials said Sunday, days after suspects apparently linked to extremist Islamist activists brutally killed a British soldier in a London street.

00NUTS: Brutal Islamist who beheaded British soldier in streets was recruited M15 spy agency

Agents approached the 28-year-old jihadist after he returned home following a trip to Kenya last year, according to Adebolajo’s pal Abu Nusaybah, but he refused.

Chris living with ex, only 3 weeks after RiRi split

Lupica: Though LeBron channeled Melo, Heat can actually come back against Pacers

So now the Pacers have done to the Miami Heat, who had won nine of 10 basketball games in the playoffs before Friday night and won 47 of their last 50 games anywhere, what they did to the Knicks..

HEAR IT: Chilling 911 calls detail fear during Oklahoma tornado with screaming kids — then silence

“We’ve got a daycare full of babies!” said one man, an employee of a daycare that took a direct hit. “We need help bad! We’ve got a daycare that just got cremated!”

SEE IT: Sideline reporter gets drilled by baseball

They say baseball is a game of inches. Sophia Minneart learned this first hand Saturday night. Minneart, a sideline reporter for Fox Sports Wisconsin, had an on-air scare when a stray baseball came dangerously close to injuring her.

EXCLUSIVE: Feds investigating state Sen. Sampson over retainer fees he charged merchants who needed issues to disappear

State Sen. John Sampson of the Brooklyn was charged with embezzling $440,000 in escrow funds from foreclosure sales he refereed as an attorney. Now the FBI is looking into lawyer fees he charged businessmen for brokering real estate deals.

Jay-Z under fire in role to court NY Jets QB Geno Smith after Instagram photo puts them together

The NFL Players Association is investigating what part Jay-Z, who is not a sports agent, may have played in Geno Smith’s decision to choose Kim Miale and Roc Nation as his agency, according to NFL.com.

Florida teen rejects plea deal on charges stemming from lesbian relationship with younger classmate

An 18-year-old Florida student has refused to accept a plea deal offered by the state after being criminally charged for her same-sex relationship with a 15-year-old. The deal would have forced Kaitlyn Hunt to plead guilty to child abuse even though the relationship was consensual, her family claims.

Gabby Giffords to Bard College grads: 'change the world'

Her voice was halting, but her message was strong.

Man accused of kidnapping Queens accountant says it was 'a mistake'

Eduardo Moncayo, 38, told the Daily News from behind bars at a Bronx jail that he was wrongfully dubbed the mastermind behind the sick plot to kidnap Pedro Portugal to collect a $3 million ransom.

VIDEO: Man beaten repeatedly with Sacramento cop's baton dies

Video shows the unidentified man being struck multiple times by a female officer while a male officer restrained him. Following protocol, the two officers have been placed on administrative leave.

Federal transportation safety agency chief says Washington bridge collapse is wake-up call

The collapse of an Interstate highway bridge in northern Washington state is a wake-up call for the entire nation, the chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board says. Investigators need to find out what happened at the I-5 span 60 miles north of Seattle and if it could be repeated at similar bridges around the country, Debbie Hersman said Saturday.

Cleveland kidnap victims to decide fate of Ariel Castro's dogs

The three women who were held captive for nearly a decade will get to decide whether they want to keep any of the three dogs that shared a roof with them in the home of alleged kidnapper Ariel Castro.

Snooki shows off post-baby body

Seven injured after Missouri freight trains cause overpass collision

Two freight trains collided at a rail intersection in rural southeastern Missouri on Saturday, triggering the collapse of a highway overpass when at least a dozen rail cars derailed and struck a support pillar, authorities said.

Top Horace Mann officials apologize to abuse victims for the first time

Top officials at Horace Mann School apologized for the first time Friday to former students who were sexually abused by teachers over the past five decades .

Female suicide bomber injures 12 in Dagestan region of Russia

A female suicide bomber identified as a widow of two killed Islamists blew herself up in the southern Russian region of Dagestan on Saturday injuring at least 12, including two children and five police officers, police said.

Canseco's ex urges him to stop tweeting about alleged sexual assault

Despite being the target of a Las Vegas Metropolitan Police investigation for sexual assault, former slugger Jose Canseco took to Twitter Friday and continued to verbally lambast the alleged victim.

Bill dreams of 'Jeannie' in Vienna

Season in Bruins: Year comes to disappointing end for Rangers

The Garden officially can go dark for summer renovations now, as the high-priced Rangers mirrored the Knicks in getting unceremoniously bounced in the second round of the playoffs. John Tortorella’s team scored two or fewer goals for the eighth time in 12 games this postseason, and Henrik Lundqvist couldn’t bail out the Blueshirts in a season-ending 3-1 loss to the Bruins in Game 5 at TD Garden.

Sixteen schoolchildren and teacher die in Pakistan bus fire

Sixteen schoolchildren and a teacher burned to death in eastern Pakistan early Saturday when a short-circuit near a leaking gas tank caused their minibus to be engulfed in flames, police said.

Pennsylvania student found unharmed in North Carolina after missing for week

Matthew Royer was reunited with his parents Thursday, WPVI reports. His family has declined to reveal where exactly he’d been found or why he had detoured away from his home. Pennsylvania State Police are no longer involved in the case.

Arizona sheriff slapped down by judge for singling out Latinos in immigration patrols

A federal judge has ruled that the office of America's self-proclaimed toughest sheriff systematically singled out Latinos in its trademark immigration patrols, marking the first finding by a court that the agency racially profiles people.

Sports

GOT MILK? Kanaan ends Indy drought with first 500 win

Harvick pulls away to win Coca-Cola 600

Kevin Harvick pulled away from Kasey Kahne on a restart with 11 laps left to win the Coca-Cola 600 for the second time in three seasons, a race stopped for nearly 30 minutes Sunday night when a TV camera support rope snapped.

Sorry Sergio will talk to Tiger at Open

Sergio Garcia said Sunday he will meet with Tiger Woods before the June 13 start of the U.S. Open at Merion in Pennsylvania to apologize in person for his offensive comment directed at the 14-time major champion.

Starting QB Everett Golson no longer enrolled at Notre Dame

Quarterback Everett Golson is no longer enrolled at Notre Dame. University spokesman Dennis Brown said Saturday night that Golson, who had three years of eligibility left after not playing as a freshman, was no longer enrolled at Notre Dame as of Friday.

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Hospital patient burns self - then gets transferred to burn unit

A hospital patient sneaking a cigarette was burned after igniting a mattress fire early Sunday.

SEE IT: Dad reenacts conversation with 2-year-old daughter

Two-year-olds can be bullies, too. Dad Matthew Clarke wasn’t fooled by his daughter’s sweet, angelic face. He decided to place her bossy words in the mouth of a grown man.

New city school rules place ban on E-cigs and unauthorized video, audio recording

The city’s ban on unauthorized video comes after a Manhattan fourth grader produced a hidden-camera documentary about school lunches.

Toronto mayor denies smoking crack cocaine in wake of video

Toronto Mayor Rob Ford denied Friday that he smokes crack cocaine and said he is not an addict after a video purported to show him using the drug. The mayor of Canada's largest city did not say whether he has ever used crack.

Will Smith's 'Fresh Prince' dance reunion

New York could be first to require labels for genetically modified food

Two bills have been introduced in the New York Legislature that would make the state the first in the nation to mandate the labeling of genetically modified food.

McDonald's CEO schooled by 9-year-old girl on healthy food during annual shareholders meeting

A 9-year-old girl took on the head of McDonald's Corp. during the fast-food chain's annual shareholders meeting Thursday

Before the house of horrors owned by Ariel Castro came to light there was upstate N.Y.'s John Jamelske, a sexual predator cut from the same twisted cloth

John Jamelske, a scruffy bottle-picker from Syracuse, regarded himself as smooth with the ladies. To the rest of the world, he was a kidnapper and sexual predator who preyed on teenage victims and held them captive for years.

Pennsylvania bride stabs fiancé dead hours before wedding

Na Cola Franklin, 32, was found guilty Thursday by an Allentown jury of killing Billy Brewster, 36, on the day of their wedding.

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MEET THE NEW BOSS: Rutgers Knightmare continues as allegations surface that new athletic director may have verbally abused Tennessee volleyball players as a coach

Rutgers University's new athletic director, Julie Hermann, was once accused of berating the volleyball players she coached at the University of Tennessee — calling them “whores, alcoholics, and learning disabled” — much like fired Rutgers coach Mike Rice.

Now, that's a backup! High school student takes 'Sports Illustrated' stunner Nina Agdal to prom after Kate Upton can't make it

Talk about great back-up date. After model Kate Upton turned down California teen Jake Davidson's invitation to his high school prom due to previous obligations, “Sports Illustrated” bombshell Nina Agdal stepped in to take him up on it.

Ride on! Man who darts around Wisconsin in nothing but a thong and cape may be an eyeful — but he isn't breaking any laws

The Madison, Wis., man who is known to dart around town on a scooter while wearing nothing but a thong, helmet and cape may have given an unintended audience an eyeful, but officials determined he didn't violate any laws.

'They basically said it was too gay': Director Steven Soderbergh relieved that Liberace love story, 'Behind the Candelabra,' was finally picked up by HBO after rejections

Director Steven Soderbergh admits he was stunned when “all the major studios” in Hollywood passed on 'Candelabra,' the story of the long relationship between entertainer Liberace (Michael Douglas) and a handsome young man named Scott Thorson (Matt Damon) who started as Liberace’s driver.

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CONFIDENTI@L: Tamara Ecclestone's fiance gets riled up

Tempers were racing on the eve of Sunday’s Monaco Grand Prix where Jay Rutland, the fiancé of racing royalty Tamara Ecclestone, blew a gasket at a VIP party, Confidenti@l has exclusively learned.

Galaxy's Robbie Rogers becomes 1st openly gay US male athlete to play in game

Robbie Rogers has become the first openly gay male athlete to play in a U.S. professional league. Rogers made his Los Angeles debut Sunday night, entering as a substitute in the 77th minute with the Galaxy leading the Seattle Sounders 4-0.

Angelina Jolie loses aunt to breast cancer

Jolie also lost her mother to cancer.

PHOTOS: World's largest LEGO model lands in NYC

The Force was strong in Manhattan's Times Square on May 23, 2013 as gawkers witnessed the landing of the replica of a "Star Wars" X-Wing fighter, the largest LEGO model ever assembled.

PHOTOS: Stars stun at 2013 amfAR Cinema Against AIDS gala

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

PHOTOS: Before Indy, there was the Vanderbilt Cup

We dug out some rare photos from our vault to commemorate this weekend's big race.

'Big Bang Theory' actress Mayim Bialik finalizes divorce

"Big Bang Theory" star Mayim Bialik has finalized her divorce from ex-husband Michael Stone. According to TMZ, Bialik, 37, and her husband of 9 years seemed to have settled amicably, each taking one of the homes they owned together.

Registration on cheaters’ dating site skyrockets after ‘Simpsons’ spoof

D’oh! New registrants surged 230% on AshleyMadison.com.

Chris Brown living with Karreuche Tran: report

Karreuche Tran apparently doesn't mind coming between Chris Brown and his on-and-off girlfriend Rihanna. According to TMZ, Brown, 24, and Tran, 23, are now living together, three weeks after his split from the "Stay" singer.

Confidenti@l: Bethenny Frankel's active hex life

Can a witch doctor save the set of Bethenny Frankel’s new talk show?

Charlie Sheen changes back to Carlos Estevez for new 'Machete' flick

The “Two and a Half Men" star has opted to go by his given name.

Acting is all in the family for Smiths

Will and Jaden Smith have working together down to a science. “You know how Johnny Depp and Tim Burton always do movies together, Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio? We’ll have a relationship like that,” Jaden, 14, tells New York magazine in this week’s issue.

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See what soccer at Yankees Stadium is like

Manchester City defeats Chelsea, 5-3, during a soccer game player at Yankee Stadium.

Snooki shows off post-baby slim down, toned tummy

Snooki isn't hitting the Jersey Shore this Memorial Day. … Instead, the pint-sized starlet is headed to the gym. The former "Jersey Shore" cast member, whose real name is Nicole Polizzi, showed off a tiny toned tummy in a series of Instagram photos.

The BEST of Cannes: See the stars who dazzled

Few events boast a guest list quite as dazzling as amfAR's annual Cinema Against AIDS gala.

Rangers season Bruin'd in 3-1 loss

Lundqvist stopped 29 shots, but the Bruins still proved to be too much.

PHOTOS: Is Amanda Bynes having a meltdown?

From posting bizarre selfies and oversharing on Twitter to her ever changing look, Amanda Bynes seems to have gone off the deep end. Check out her downward spiral.

A Bea conspiracy? Kimmel denies buying topless Bea Arthur painting

Talk-show host Jimmy Kimmel was at the center of a coverup Friday.

'It popped!' Mariah's dress bursts open

Mariah Carey suffered a profanity-peppered wardrobe malfunction.

President Lincoln spared 14-year-old disabled soldier from Civil War

Two months before his death, Lincoln ordered the discharge of a Union soldier, Perry Harris.

MAD WOMAN: Elisabeth Moss labels Jeremy Piven as ‘highly unprofessional’

Tell us how you really feel, Elisabeth."Mad Men'" star Elisabeth Moss didn't hold anything back Thursday during "Plead the Fifth" on Andy Cohen's "Watch What Happens Live" when she dished details on her 2008 "Speed-the-Plow" costar Jeremy Piven."

PHOTOS: Bayern Munich takes title in Champions League

Arjen Robben scores game-winner to give Bayern Munich 2-1 win over Dortmund

PHOTOS: NYers strip down for Naked Painting Party

New Yorkers of all shapes and sizes gathered together for the Spring Naked Painting Party.

He's a man, man! See WW II British spy's disguise

World War II-era British spy arrested in Madrid while dressed in drag are part of photo collection.

Diet soda as bad as meth for your teeth: study

Drinking large quantities of diet soda can rot your teeth just like doing methamphetamine or crack cocaine does, according to a new study. The report, which was recently published in the journal General Dentistry, found that a woman in her 30s who drank two liters of diet soda every day for three to five years had eroded teeth similar to those of a 29-year-old meth addict and a 51-year-old longtime crack user.

Zach Braff surpasses goal for Kickstarter-funded film

Zach Braff, the former "Scrubs" star and "Garden State" director has reached his goal of $3 million to fund his next independent film project thanks to his unorthodox fundraising campaign.

Portrait of Angelina post-mastectomy up for auction

A Swedish artist unveiled a controversial nude portrait of the actress post-surgery.

X-rays reveal how corsets put the squeeze on Victorian women

X-ray images from the early 20th century illustrate what women were willing to endure in the name of fashion: namely, squashed rib cages and displaced organs, thanks to their tight corsetry.

Who will fill shoes of Kurt Russell's Snake Plissken?

Gerard Butler and Jeremy Renner were once believed to be competing to reprise the lead role made famous by Kurt Russell in John Carpenter’s original 1981 cult classic, but plans have changed now that Studio Canal has taken over the project.

The sad and tragic final days of 900-pound man

"The last time I got out and enjoyed myself must have been years. I miss feeling the sun on my face. Miss showering, feeling water run down my body," Ricky Naputi said before his death.

Tim Curry recovering after massive stroke

Actor Tim Curry is recovering at his Hollywood Hills home after suffering from a serious stroke, The Daily Mail reports. The 67-year-old Cook, who played Dr. Frank-N-Furter and sang "Sweet Transvestite" in the cult favorite "Rocky Horror Picture Show," apparently collapsed in Los Angeles on Thursday night.

Aww-dorable! Circus rolls out new lion cubs

Meet the cutest new members of Germany's Circus Krone.

Fugitive rapist was on the lam FOR 34 YEARS

Massachusetts fugitive Gary Irving raped three16-year-old girls in 1978 and was missing for 34 years, having started a new life in Maine, marrying and becoming a father.

PHOTOS: Stars who absolutely dazzled at Cannes

Judge goes easy on teacher because of hypersexuality

Ex-Rustburg teacher Kathleen Cawthorne only has to serve four months for sex with teen.

Jennifer Hudson to be 'American Idol' judge: report

Jennifer Hudson is reportedly heading back to "American Idol" as a judge. The "Dreamgirls" star has inked a deal to shore up the judges' table for season 13 of "Idol," according to E! News.

Kim K's baby's gender to be revealed on TV

Boy or girl? The wait is almost over. Kim Kardashian finds out big news in a new teaser released for the upcoming season of “Keeping Up with the Kardashians."

WATCH as college baseball teammates videobomb each other

Some student-athletes take their sports a little too seriously. The University of Cincinnati baseball team has gone the other direction.

Get 'The Great Gatsby' look for less

Baz Luhrmann's big screen adaption of 'The Great Gatsby' is shining a spotlight on Roaring Twenties glam fashions. But you don't need a wallet the size of Jay Gatsby's to get the look.

Selena Gomez, Jaden Smith have dinner together in London

Selena Gomez buddied up to Justin Bieber's friend Jaden Smith while on a trip to London. Photographers snapped the 20-year-old "Come and Get It" singer heading out to dinner at Hakkasan with Smith, 14, on Thursday. They surely had a lot to talk about.

January Jones: 'I knew I would be raising my son alone'

Mum is still the word for January Jones. The "Mad Men" actress opens up in the latest issue of Net-a-Porter's The Edit about why she'll continue to keep the identity of the father of her baby, Xander, a secret and how she has no regrets about being a single mom.

Easy ink: Men think women with 'tramp stamps' have looser morals

Men say the women are more likely to sleep with them on a first date: study.

That stings! Selena Gomez cozies up with Bieber pal Jaden Smith

Photographers snapped the 20-year-old singer heading out to dinner with Smith, 14.

Russian tycoon pays $1.5 MILLION to fly to space with Leo

DiCaprio emerged as the mystery guest to accompany the winner on a Virgin Galactic flight into space.

'You f--- with her, you f--- with me!' Courtney defends LeAnn

It appears that Rimes has the former Hole lead singer in her corner in fight with Brandi Glanville.

Twitwar: Kendall Jenner vs. Frances Bean Cobain

Kendall Jenner is not taking Frances Bean Cobain's slam lying down.

PHOTOS: Jen bares her super sexy over-40 body

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

Brad & Jen are ‘very good friends,’ pal says

Brad Pitt's recent interview in Esquire Magazine continues to raise the shock level.

Lena Dunham: I can't just laugh off a porn parody of 'Girls'

Dunham does not believe imitation is the highest form of flattery.

Morgan on his on-air nap: 'I'm a beta-tester for Google Eyelids'

It only looked like Morgan Freeman was dozing on the job.

Bob Saget: Danielle Fishel is 'kind of like Bilbo Baggins'

Comedian Bob Saget isn't pleased about a story that his former TGIF co-star Danielle Fishel gave to Maxim. Fishel, who played Topanga Lawrence on the 1990s series "Boy Meets World," appeared on the cover of Maxim's March issue.

The cars, and the tank, in ‘Fast & Furious 6’ are the real deal

Meet the man who kept all these hot rides humming.

FOUR STARS: 'Fast & Furious 6' kicks into high gear

Jordana Brewster has ramped up excitement within for movie's fan base.

Julianne Moore: It's sexist to ask women about age

The award-winning actress and mother of two isn't your everyday mom.

Author of blockbuster stem cell cloning study admits errors

Researchers reported that they had turned human skin cells into embryonic stem cells.

The perfect cure for the end of 'Hangover': Cast parties hard

Bradley Cooper and the cast of the comedic trilogy were seen out and about.

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FAIL! Worst parent blunders of all time

When it comes to raising kids, these moms and dads look like they could definitely use a little help. Check out the worst (or should we say best?) parent fails of all time ...

Parsons students pose for Fine Arts nudie calendar

The "Fine Arts Senior Nudie Calendar" is a series of intimate portraits featuring Parsons students posing naked, well except for their works of arts they've used to cover up their "nudie" parts.

Billboard Music Awards 2013: Best and worst looks

Music's biggest stars attended the 2013 Billboard Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on May 19, 2013. Check out what all the celebs wore on the red carpet.

Hottest stars in the sci-fi universe

From 'Star Trek' star Alice Eve to Henry Cavill in his Superman tights, check out the sexiest sci-fi stars of all time.

'90s teen heartthrobs: Where are they now?

Whether you had their poster on your wall or they were your first celebrity crush, these '90s teen heartthrobs all eventually moved on from teen stardom -- some more successfully than others. See what they all are up to now ...

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

Prince Harry has landed in the U.S. of A. Everyone's favorite royal redhead is back on American soil for the first time since last summer and he's making the rounds with an itinerary that includes stops in Washington, D.C. and Colorado Springs, Colo., as well as visits to Sandy-ravaged areas of New York and New Jersey. See the Prince in action.

And action! Behind-the-scenes look at stars on 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 Moss strips down for St. Tropez campaign

Celebs aren't afraid to get a little sexy when it comes to ad campaigns. Whether they're flaunting their curves in sizzling lingerie or showing off their modeling chops in sultry high-fashion shoots, these celebrities are so hot you'll forget what it is exactly they're trying to sell. Check out the sexiest star advertisements ...

Kate Upton sizzles on the cover of Vogue

Kate Upton is taking the fashion industry by storm with her voluptuous curves and girl-next-door appeal.

Miley Cyrus tops Maxim's Hot 100 List

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.

Celebrities and their old-time look-alikes

Seeing double? Though these celebrities are famous in their own right, they do bear very striking resemblances to some other well-known historical figures. Check out who in Hollywood has a historical doppelganger.

Aww-dorable! Baby animals with their mothers

These mamas are wild! No matter what the species, nothing can break the bond between a mother and her baby. In honor of Mother's Day, take a look at the cutest moms in the Animal Kingdom ...

Awkward Mother's Day photos

Celebrate your mom this Mother's Day by checking out some of the most hilariously awkward Mother's Day photos.

Hilarious receipts: Most bizarre transactions EVER

Cha-ching! These receipts are definitely worth a few laughs. From outrageous restaurant checks to downright bizarre store transactions, check out the most hilarious receipts of all time ...

Celebrity PDA: Stars go public with their affection

Whether it's a cry for attention or they're just crazy in love, take a peek at Hollywood couples spotted getting hot 'n heavy in public.

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

Yes, the stars make a career out of being super photogenic on the red carpet. But after the red carpet comes the party, and after the party comes the after party ... and after that, well, you get the idea. Let's just say Hollywood's hottest don't look so hot following a late night (or day) out. Check out which celebs appear a little worse for the wear after hitting the town ...

Met Gala 2013 red carpet: Best and worst looks

Anything goes in the name of fashion! The Metropolitan Museum of Art's annual Costume Institute Gala brought Hollywood's biggest stars to New York City as they celebrated this year's theme, "PUNK: Chaos to Couture." From standout hits to wacky misses, check out all the red carpet looks ...

Babes behind bars: Top 10 most attractive mug shots

Is this prison's most beautiful lineup? Usually mug shots are the last thing you'd want to show off, but these bad girls actually make being arrested look good.

In Orb-it! Rosario rides Orb to Derby win

Orb, with jockey Joel Rosario atop, won the 139th Kentucky Derby on Saturday, the first for long time trainer Shug McGauhey.

Awkward celebrities: Web app gives Hollywood stars hilarious makeovers

The masterminds behind Awkward Family Photos have teamed up with HBO to launch a web app that transforms any photo into a portrait worthy of a spot in the awkward hall of shame.

Comic book superheroes: From the panels to the big screen

Holy comic book adaptations, Batman! When it comes to superheroes, Hollywood can't seem to get enough. From "Iron Man" to "Spiderman" to everyone in between, check out the best comic adaptations to grace the big screen.

Amanda Bynes' bizarre antics: Is she having a meltdown?

From posting bizarre selfies and oversharing on Twitter to her ever changing look, Amanda Bynes seems to have gone off the deep end. Check out her downward spiral.

Gift ideas for Kim Kardashian's baby registry

As Kim Kardashian inches ever closer to her due date, we've rounded up a hypothetical baby registry full of over-the-top gifts perfect for any child born into reality TV royalty ...

The Rockettes audition at Radio City

It may only be spring, but the Rockettes are already preparing for their world-famous Christmas Spectacular! Hundreds of hopeful dancers flocked to Radio City Music Hall on April 30, 2013 for a chance to appear with the Rockettes in the 2013 Radio City Christmas Spectacular.

Angelina Jolie's stunning modeling shots from before she was famous

Not everyone is born into fame! See all of Hollywood's favorites before they were ever stars.

2013 National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest

Take a look at some of the most breathtaking images currently in submission in the 2013 National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest.

2013 White House Correspondents' Dinner

Celebrities turned out for the 2013 White House Correspondents' Dinner on April 27, 2013.

Chris Brown before he was famous

Chris Brown's father Clinton Brown shares exclusive photos of his son before he was famous.

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Jennifer Lawrence before she was famous

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Serena drubs first-round foe at the French Open ... then speaks French!

Serena Williams won her opening match at the French Open, and then achieved a career breakthrough by speaking French to the crowd for the first time “‘I’m a beginner,” Williams said — referring to her French, not tennis. Her play spoke volumes Sunday.

Venus bids adieu in first round of French Open

Grimacing after some poor shots, leaning over with hands on knees while catching her breath after others, Venus Williams left the French Open after the first round for the first time since 2001.

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Rogers out, and then back in with Galaxy

Robbie Rogers heard the jokes in the locker room, the kind of stuff that made him feel uncomfortable while living with his secret. So when Rogers revealed he was gay in a February blog post, he simultaneously quit soccer.

Soccer 'Made in Germany' on the rise

With Bayern Munich capturing the Champions League trophy over another Bundesliga club in a pulsating final, Germany’s next ambition on the international football stage is to win the World Cup.

McNamee bracing for a civil war with Clemens

Brian McNamee’s long legal war with Roger Clemens is far from over, and he says he is too busy preparing for the lawsuit he filed in Brooklyn federal court in 2009 — which claims that Clemens defamed him when he accused the trainer of lying and manufacturing evidence regarding the Rocket’s alleged doping — to dwell on the past.

Nadal leads way on clay entering French Open

Sunday’s first action at the French Open starts the Grand Slam tennis summer, a season ultimately capped off by the U.S. Open three months from now in Flushing.

Man City tops Chelsea 5-3 at Yankee Stadium

The crowd at Saturday’s Chelsea-Manchester City friendly at Yankee Stadium was decidedly in favor of Chelsea, but the event provided a glimpse into the future for local soccer fans.

Jackson picks Russell over both Jordan and Kobe

The Zen Master said he would take Bill Russell over both Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant if he was building a team from scratch. Phil Jackson, promoting his new book "Eleven Rings" The Soul of Success," picked the Celtics legend over the two greatest players he coached during his Hall of Fame career in an interview with Time.com.

WAR IS A BLOODY BUSINESS: From 'Patton' to 'Apocalypse Now,' the best & worst movies about our soldiers through the years

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