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MET GALA 2013 GOES PUNK: Check out all the dazzling works of art on the red carpet as the fashion 'Oscars' transforms into a sexy evening of glam & chaos

Anything goes in the name of fashion! The Metropolitan Museum of Art's annual Costume 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 ... read full story »

Air Force officer in charge of Sexual Assault Prevention unit accused of assaulting, groping woman at bar

An Air Force officer who led the branch's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response unit has been charged with groping a woman in a parking lot.

SEE IT: Neighbor turns into savior after rescuing 3 Cleveland women from captivity

The 911 call that came in about 6 p.m. Monday held the answers to three of Cleveland’s most perplexing missing person’s cases, but the caller was so blunt, the storyline so unreal, the operator almost didn’t take him seriously.

'PULL OVER, PULL OVER!' Limo driver describes horror of watching new bride and her four friends burn to death while trapped inside car

Orville Brown said he was initially confused when one of the women tapped on the partition and mentioned smoke. Neriza Fojas, 31 (pictured), a nurse — and four others died after the vehicle came to a stop on the San Mateo-Hayward Bridge.

Hamill: Insert your Anthony Weiner joke at own risk

But before I make my case, I gotta say I’m as overfed on Weiner jokes as the winner of Nathan’s hot dog eating contest. (Sorry, was that another one?) They were dumb fun at first. But now Weiner puns have reached the same panhandling-for-cheap-laughs level as the second week of Linsanity. I don’t endorse politicians.

Taylor Swift, Beyonce, Minka Kelly and stars shine at MET GALA 2013

ROONEY MARA was the very first to touch down on the red carpet at Monday night’s Met Ball.

Teen Mom: 'I'm not watching' my sex tape

Jacko's body was riddled with huge amount of anesthetic when he died

Michael Jackson's body was riddled with the powerful anesthetic propofol when he died - an amount "consistent to major surgery with anesthesia," a forensic toxicologist testified Monday.

One of three friends of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev set to be freed to house arrest pending trial for helping Boston bombing suspect

A magistrate judge agreed to free Robel Phillipos, 19, while he awaits trial for allegedly lying to federal authorities investigating the Boston Marathon bombing.

Spurs outlast Warriors in double OT to win opening game

Manu Ginobili’s 3-pointer from the wing with 1.2 seconds left in double overtime lifted the San Antonio Spurs to a thrilling 129-127 victory over the Golden State Warriors and Stephen Curry’s 44 points in Game 1 of their Western Conference semifinals Monday night.

EXCLUSIVE: Veterans Administration still backed up, falls under criticism from returning soldiers

After two tours of duty with the Marines in Iraq, Anthony Pike returned home to Brooklyn with hearing loss, a ringing in his ears and profound stress. Now there’s the galling, added stress he’s enduring in trying to get help from the New York office of the Veterans Administration.

A shotgun in every home? Armed Citizen Project plans controversial gun giveaway in NYC

Forget gun buybacks — now get ready for a gun giveaway. The man behind an effort to put free shotguns in the hands of homeowners says he’ll dole them out in the Big Apple by the end of the year — and the lawmen may not be able to stop him.

'Muslim terrorist' birthday card angers civil rights group

A New Jersey greeting card maker’s motto may be “Dare to laugh,” but don’t tell that to the Council on American-Islamic Relations.

Smuggled 70-million-year-old Tyrannosaurus skeleton in New York returned to Mongolia

U.S. authorities in New York have returned a 70-million-year-old nearly complete Tyrannosaurus skeleton to the Mongolian government.

Banning pot dispensaries up to localities: Calif. Supreme Court

On Monday, the California Supreme Court ruled that cities and towns in the state can legally ban pot dispensaries despite a 1996 law that legalizes the sale of the drug for medical purposes.

'You're not leaving until I get something': Married science teacher locked student in classroom then raped him — police

Jennifer Vigil, 31, allegedly pounced on her now 18-year-old victim as he handed in work March 22 at Pojoaque Valley High School in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Hilarious obit for late Mississippi woman goes from inside joke to viral Internet sensation

The loyal Waffle House customer's grown children wrote a sarcastic tribute to their jokester mom that makes light of her divorce and says she battled feline leukemia, rickets and scurvy.

Heavy hitter: GOP darling N.J. Gov. Chris Christie reports $6.2 million in hefty fundraising haul

The Christie campaign released its first television ad last week that touted the Republican rock star as a bipartisan reformer.

New synthetic street drug, a hallucinogen called 'N-bomb,' is killing users: cops

A particularly dangerous new street drug is terrifying parents and troubling police departments across the country.

Accidental millionaire: Single mom of four mistakenly puts extra dollar into Lotto machine and wins $14M

Thuan Le usually buys $4 worth of Powerball and $1 in SuperLotto Plus in her routine trips to the local CVS in Mission Viejo, Calif.

Lauryn Hill gets 3 months in jail for dodging taxes

Nicholas Brooks, accused of murdering girlfriend, will be arrested for a jailhouse infraction

Nicholas Brooks has allegedly committed five jailhouse infractions since June 2011 as he awaits trial for murdering his swimsuit designer girlfriend Sylvie Cachay, a Department of Correction spokesman said.

New York State Assembly votes unanimously to ban shark fin trade, following Senate

Shark fin soup may soon be off the menu in New York.

NBA player Jason Collins, who admitted he is gay, to headline Democratic National Committee’s annual LGBT gala

Jason Collins, the veteran NBA player who made headlines last week when he came out as gay in a bombshell magazine article, will headline the Democratic National Committee’s annual LGBT gala this month, the group announced. “We have made so much progress toward equality,” the DNC wrote on an invitation for the fundraiser.

High-tech hotbeds: New York City colleges at the dawn of the information economy

Call it college 2.0. Universities across the city are spending millions to give themselves digital makeovers into hotbeds of high-tech innovation and creativity. Cornell University, New York University, Columbia University and others are all building new academic programs targeted at the city’s burgeoning tech scene.

Syrian President Bashar Assad's regime likely behind chemical arms use: White House

The White House asserted Monday that it’s highly likely that Syrian President Bashar Assad’s regime, not the rebel opposition, was behind any chemical weapons use in Syria.

Raissman: Knicks' Garden crowd doesn't bring it in Game 1

It would take someone with far more mental capacity than me to probe the mind of J.R. Smith. Or identify the true source of his inspiration for posting the “Official NBA Bandwagon Transferral Form” following the Knicks’ 102-95 Game 1 loss to Indiana.

Who is Crystal? Cops hunt for ‘seductress’ preying on wealthy older men, drugging them and stealing their cash

One middle-aged man from Florida claims she stole thousands of dollars and $100,000 worth of luxury watches after they spent the night together.

Mom mauled by pack of five pit bulls while shielding her 6-year-old daughter from the attack

Brandy Bookamer, 27, of Flagler County, in northeast Florida, shielded her daughter from the five dogs and urged the little girl to run home, saving her from serious injury.

Holy smokes! Lufthansa jet engine appears to explode during takeoff, forcing emergency landing

The Frankfurt-bound Lufthansa Airbus A321-200, with 162 passengers and six crewmembers aboard, safely landed back in Helsinki after an engine failed, airline spokesman Christian Gottschalk said.

Woman harassed and cyberstalked herself on Facebook to frame ex's new girlfriend

Cheryl Nelson, 52, allegedly set up a fake profile in former lover Kevin Haarsma's name before bombarding her own account with messages she said were sent by his new beau.

Bill Clinton and NYPD's Ray Kelly join forces to fight prescription drug abuse

Former President Bill Clinton joined the fight against prescription drug abuse Monday, vowing to cut within five years the number of senseless deaths caused by overdoses.

Armed Citizen Project gives Texans who sign up training and a $200 gun ... and NYC is now in its sights

A new organization based in Houston - the site of the National Rifle Association convention that ended Sunday - is handing out free pump-action shotguns to homeowners in high-crime neighborhoods.

Drug company's claim that multivitamin can prevent breast cancer ignites consumer group lawsuit

The nonprofit Center for Science in the Public Interest announced Monday it intends to sue Bayer HealthCare for making what the group says are illegal disease-prevention claims concerning its One A Day multivitamins.

D.C. woman attacked by home intruder gets recorded 911 messages instead of live operator

A Washington, D.C., woman bravely fended off a brazen home intruder — only to get put on hold by 911, she said.

EXCLUSIVE: Emergency situation for 911! EMS in complete and utter disarray over lack of dispatchers

The city's 911 emergency call center needs an infusion of operators — stat! Staffing is critically low among dispatchers handling emergency medical calls — forcing the FDNY to impose mandatory overtime.

Does Stephen Colbert's sister have a real shot at Congress? New poll shows neck-and-neck S.C. race

Mark Sanford has regained momentum against Democrat Elizabeth Colbert Busch ahead of the South Carolina special congressional election, with the race in a dead heat as voters prepare to go to the polls.

Turkish airline bans flight attendants from wearing red lipstick as nation takes sharper Islamist turn

Turkey's national airline has barred female flight attendants from wearing red lipstick and nail polish, striking a nerve among secular Turks worried the country is becoming more Islamic.

Migraine drugs while pregnant could decrease baby's IQ, gov't warns

U.S. health regulators are warning doctors and women of child-bearing age that half-a-dozen medications used to treat migraine headaches can decrease children's intelligence if taken while their mothers are pregnant.

BOY GENIUS: Arden Hayes, 5, has unreal knowledge of U.S. presidents

He may not know how to tie his shoes yet, but he already has an epic command of the nation’s commanders-in-chief. Five-year-old Arden Hayes can recite the full name of every U.S. president and will even tell you a bevy of interesting facts about each one.

Thief uses the old 'I had to rob a bank so my girlfriend's kids could take a Disney cruise' defense

Cedrick Swinson, 37, allegedly held up a Navy Federal Credit Union branch — as his unsuspecting lover and her two infants sat in the car outside.

Who killed her? Cops go door-to-door in desperate effort for clues to solve little girl's murder

Divers are searching two reservoirs and detectives are knocking on doors in Calaveras County as the investigation continues into the killing of 8-year-old Leila Fowler.

A disease you’ve never head might be a silent killer: Health officials on high alert over rise in valley fever

California and federal public health officials say valley fever, a potentially lethal but often misdiagnosed disease, has been on the rise as warming climates and drought have kicked up the dust that spreads it.

Israel's airstrike killed at least 42 Syrian soldiers: activist group

The Syrian government has not released a death toll. Immediately after Sunday's predawn strike, Syrian state media said the attack caused casualties, but did not elaborate.

Freedom of the press is dead in Mexico: Bodies of murdered journalists pile up in drug cartel war-torn nation

For daring to shine a light on the bloody drug cartel wars, Mexican journalists ‘disappear’ or are assassinated. Bloggers are also targeted.

Obama hits the links with 3 senators at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland

The White House says President Barack Obama is playing golf with three senators. Democrat Mark Udall of Colorado and Republicans Saxby Chambliss of Georgia and Bob Corker of Tennessee will join Obama for a round at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland.

FIND THIS MAN! Manhunt for accused murderer who went free ... because of a jail's mindless clerical error

Johnny Mata, 32, has been on the run since April 4 when he was allowed to walk out of the downtown Los Angeles Inmate Reception Center.

Germany: Guard who worked at Auschwitz arrested at age 93

German authorities say they have arrested a 93-year-old alleged former Auschwitz guard who once lived in the United States on suspicion of accessory to murder.

J.Lo gun scare: Shots ring out during Florida TV interview

Donohue: How a ‘typical nutjob’ turned into a power saw-wielding psycho in an instant turning NYC subway station into house of horror

Testimony in a trial that began last week in Manhattan revealed that all who saw Tareyton Williams in the station that morning deemed him just another typical nutjob you come across in the subway.

Teen shoots 6-year-old sister 'during game of hide-and-seek'

A 6-year-old South Florida girl remains in the hospital after police say her 13-year-old brother shot her with a handgun while the two were home alone.

HE SURVIVED 'JAWS' OF DEATH: Teen recalls his 'pretty cool' encounter with bull shark after sea beast takes chunk out of his leg

Michael Adler, 16, is recovering in the hospital after a shark chomped down on his leg. The shark ripped through four of his tendons, but Adler still had the strength to throw up a peace sign.

Mississippi K-9 dies after officer forgets him overnight in car

A Mississippi police dog died after he was accidentally locked in a patrol car overnight. Steve Verret completely forgot he'd left Napo, a 3-year-old Belgian Malnois, in his vehicle.

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Florida Department of Health looks to strike out Bosch

The Florida Department of Health says it is time for Anthony Bosch to stop playing doctor. Health department officials have sent a cease-and-desist order to Bosch, who is suspected of providing performance-enhancing drugs to Alex Rodriguez, Melky Cabrera and more than two dozen other ballplayers, the Daily News has learned.

Couples, Monty headline Golf Hall of Fame class

Fred Couples may have defined cool in golf but when it came to his induction into the World Golf Hall of Fame Monday night, the kid from Seattle lost it.

A-Rod won't guarantee he'll be back this season

Alex Rodriguez says he has a lot of “unfinished business” after the way last season ended for him — he called it “embarrassing” — making him even more eager to return from what he also described as “severe” hip surgery.

MLB Power Rankings: Texas two-steps its way to top

Our supercomputer, team of scouts and the naked eye all tell us it's time to move on from the Braves, at least temporarily. No, this isn't another joke at the Mets' expense, but the Braves could only split an abbreviated two-game series with the Mets this weekend.

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Suspected drug-dealer with notorious MS-13 cartel leads secret double life … renting ponies for children's parties

Dilbert Coreas — allegedly involved with the brutal transnational Mara Salvatrucha MS-13 cartel — was also running a children's party firm in Palm Beach County, Fla.

AIR SHOW NIGHTMARE: Vintage plane turns into a fireball after mid-air explosion as hundreds of shocked spectators watch in horror (VIDEO)

The 1950s HA-200 Saeta clipped an aircraft hangar at the Cuatro Vientos aerodrome — eight miles south of Madrid's city center — before plunging to the ground and bursting into flames.

Jodi Arias — accused of stabbing, shooting and slitting boyfriend's throat — sells shirts to raise money for abuse victims

While Arizona jurors mull her fate, accused murderer Jodi Arias is raising money for victims of domestic violence from behind bars.

Bone marrow drive to benefit 9/11 hero cop battling blood cancer possibly tied to Ground Zero work

The retired NYPD policeman's new employer, Forest City Ratner, is hosting the bone marrow registry drive in downtown Brooklyn at 345 Jay St. on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Beyoncé SHOCKED by Cuba trip bashing ... and then drops shock statement: I want more kids

Peekaboo! Miss Universe goes braless for 'Gatsby'

Lovett: Two of Gov. Andrew Cuomo's proposals for cleaning up the Capitol are already dead in the Legislature

ALBANY — More lawmaker arrests are expected this week, but two of Gov. Cuomo’s proposals for cleaning up the Capitol are already dead in the Legislature.

Boston bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev’s uncle prepares him for Muslim burial

The uncle of a Boston Marathon bombing suspect killed in a gun battle with police arrived at a funeral home Sunday to arrange for his burial.

Lupica: Sarah Palin's appearance at the NRA convention a perfect sideshow for phony 'patriots'

She belonged there as much as anybody in the hall just because from the start, from the time John McCain picked her out of the chorus, Palin has most appealed to mean, dumb, angry crowds.

Bangladesh building-collapse toll tops 600 in one of the worst industrial accidents ever

More than 600 bodies have been recovered from the garment-factory building that collapsed well over a week ago, police said Sunday as the grim recovery work continued in one of the worst industrial accidents ever.

Jury still out in Philadelphia abortion doctor case

A Philadelphia jury is scheduled to start a fourth full day of deliberations in the case of a Philadelphia abortion provider charged with multiple counts of murder.

Gabby Giffords receives JFK Profile in Courage award

Former U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords received the 2013 Profile in Courage award at the John F. Kennedy Library on Sunday in recognition of the political, personal, and physical courage she has demonstrated in her fearless public advocacy for policy reforms aimed at reducing gun violence.

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Boy with skin disease that causes his hair to fall out reprimanded by elementary school ... for having long hair!

Zion Williams, a second-grader at Philadelphia's Shiloh Christian Academy, is battling Alopecia, an auto-immune disease which causes patches of his hair to fall out.

MORE BANG FOR YOUR BUCK: Chevrolet Spark, Ford Fiesta and Nissan Versa top list of best lowest-priced economy cars

Whether you’re on a strict budget, or simply want basic transportation, today’s lowest-priced economy cars offer a lot for your money.

Daddy, is this the gun that killed all those innocent children? NRA welcomes its youngest member — a 3-year-old — during twisted 'Youth Day' event packed with little kids trying out deadly weapons

The event was staged a day after the NRA welcomed its youngest lifetime member, 3-year-old Elaih Wagan, whose grandfather purchased the membership.

An unlikely scribe: Retiree suffering from AIDS spends 4 years to write the ENTIRE Bible by hand – 'Every day as I write, I discover something new'

Phillip Patterson, 63, of upstate New York, might seem like an unlikely scribe for the King James version of the Bible. Tall and bald with a hearty laugh, the retired interior designer is neither monkish nor zealous. He goes to church but has never been particularly religious.

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Confidenti@l: Gimme some glove! Kimye crashe the Met Gala

Last year, Kim Kardashian wasn't invited. This year she gained access -- and pranced around in one wild outfit.

Rosie O’Donnell shows off baby to Alec Baldwin

Out for a stroll with her newly adopted daughter, Dakota, Rosie O’Donnell crossed paths with Alec Baldwin, who was wrapping up a jog with his own daughter, Ireland, in New York.

THEY'RE DONE! Chris confirms split from RiRi

Chris Brown and Rihanna have called it quits - again. The R&B bad boy confirmed their split during a recent interview with the Australian radio show “The Kyle and Jackie Show.”

Justin Bieber, Usher sued for copyright infringement

Two Virginia songwriters are suing the duo for $10 million for copyright infringement for their song "Somebody to Love."

Patrick Schwarzenegger booted from club

The actor's son, Patrick, was tossed from a LA hot spot for allegedly making threats against the club’s DJ.

‘Cops’ moving from FOX to Spike after 25 years

After 25 years on Fox, the pioneering police reality show is headed for Spike.

Tim Tebow tops 'most influential' athlete list

Sports fans apparently still think he pulls a lot of weight.

'Downton Abbey' creator says show could go another six years

The Emmy-winning show could last another six years if producers get their way.

Justin Timberlake confirms ‘20/20 Experience’ part two

Fans can celebrate as the singer confirmed that part two will be released in September.

Three-way tie for top lead CMT nominations

Eric Church, Luke Bryan and Miranda Lambert are the lead nominees for this year's CMT Music Awards.

JLo looks fit and fabulous in swimsuit

Jennifer Lopez gets sultry in swimsuit on the set of her new music video.

Helen to gay pride parade revelers: 'Shut the f--- up!'

All hail the drama queen! Dame Helen Mirren was spotted cursing up a storm in London after a gay pride parade chanced to pass outside the theater where she was performing. The Oscar-winning actress, dressed in character as the Queen of England, rushed out onto the street and screamed at the noisy crowd to “shut the f--k up.”

Brooke Mueller checks into hospital for prescription drug abuse

Brooke Mueller is receiving treatment after her two children with actor Charlie Sheen were taken out of her custody May 2.

PHOTOS: Sci-Fi-London Dog Show

Owners dressed up their dogs as their favorite sci-fi characters at the the Sci-Fi London in Stratford.

PHOTOS: Cinco de Mayo celebrated with dancing, wrestling

Lucha VaVOOM's Cinco de Mayo show at the Mayan Theatre in downtown Los Angeles, California.

EXCLUSIVE: Simon says it's time for 'X Factor' makeover

It's out with the old, in with the “who?” for “The X Factor.”

WATCH: Video of Chris Kelly drugged up hours before he died

The shocking video was of the late Kris Kross rapper was obtained by TMZ.

PHOTOS: Best and worst Met Gala looks in review

The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Gala brings out Hollywood's biggest stars wearing designs by fashion's biggest names.

Tim Tebow tops most influential athlete list ... even though he's unemployed

Sports fans apparently still think he pulls a lot of weight.

Katy Perry covers up at 'Great Gatsby' screening

Stars attend the 'Pre-Met Ball 'Great Gatsby' screening at the Museum Of Modern Art in New York City on May 5, 2013.

Mariah Carey may leave ‘Idol’ over Nicki Minaj feud

Carey is "so done" with the "threats and nastiness" from Minaj: source.

Rush Limbaugh may bolt struggling radio station

Limbaugh people are saying it’s not El Rushbo’s fault that ad sales have fallen at his flagship WABC.

Bill Clinton tried to broker Led Zeppelin reunion for Sandy concert

It’s a diplomatic failure at the highest level.

Amanda Bynes tweets about odd nose job

“I had a nose job to remove skin that was like a webbing in between my eyes,” she wrote.

Sucking babies' pacifiers protects them from allergies: study

Toddlers are less likely to have asthma and itchy rashes if their parents "cleaned" their pacifiers.

Confidenti@l: To bite or not to bite! Mike Tyson wants to play Shakespeare

To be or not to be. That is the question for Mike Tyson. Now that he’s wrapped his one-man show, “Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth,” the former heavyweight champion of the world is ready to knock out the Bard.

Honey Boo Boo’s mom marries beau she met online

Mama June is getting hitched. That’s right folks, the reality show diva will marry her Sugar Bear.

Hacker covers NRCC website with Viagra ads

A hacker created some dysfunction for the National Republican Congressional Committee this weekend.

Are Kate and Prince William having a boy?

Rumor has it that Prince William may be having his very own Mini-Me. With just a few months to go before Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton gives birth to an heir to the throne, new gossip has started about the gender of the baby.

PHOTOS: Kim K fits growing baby bump into little black dress

The reality TV star squeezed into a skin-tight frock.

British actor: I'm the real dad of Jacko's kids

Mark Lester is continuing his efforts to prove that the late pop legend's children are biologically his.

Neil Armstrong EKG from moon landing auctioned

A New Hampshire auction house will soon accept bids on space and aviation artifacts.

Lohan recounts laundry list of abused drugs

Ahead of her three-month rehab lockdown, Lindsay Lohan met Piers Morgan for the first time.

REVIEW: Soulful Justin slays intimate crowd

Seven years ago, Justin Timberlake brought sexy back.

As RiRi tours, Chris parties with his ex

The 24-year-old singer celebrated in Hollywood with Karrueche Tran.

Lauryn Hill releases song ‘Neurotic Society’

It’s been 15 years since Lauryn Hill released her debut solo album, “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.” Since then she hasn’t been a huge presence in the music scene … until now. Hill, 37, released a new song “Neurotic Society (Compulsory Mix)” on her Tumblr page Saturday and stayed true to her outspoken, candid delivery by referencing her dismay over our “toxic society.”

Reese sports police cap following arrest

Reese Witherspoon stepped out in Los Angeles making what appeared to be a fashion statement about her Atlanta arrest.

Lil Kim sued by ex-manager over $15M loss

Lil Kim is being sued by her former business manager who claims the rap diva botched several endorsement deals, reports TMZ. Andrew Ro says he signed a licensing deal with the Notorious KIM in August through his company, International Rock Star Corp.

PHOTOS: Pacers push Knicks around in Game 1

Carmelo Anthony and J.R. Smith were again inefficient and the Pacers big men Roy Hibbert and David West dominate both ends of the floor in a 102-95 victory.

‘Iron Man 3’ flies high with $175.3M at box office

Superhero sequel "Iron Man 3" rocketed to the top of U.S. and Canadian box office charts, kicking off Hollywood's summer movie season with $175.3 million in weekend ticket sales for the second-biggest film opening of all time.

Zach gets into character on ‘SNL’

Zach Galifianakis brought the funny back to “Saturday Night Live” May 4. With his comedic game face on, he didn’t have to say much to get the audience giggling. “Don’t get your hopes up,” he began. “Hope everybody had a great Thanksgiving.”

Network fires sportscaster who accidentally said hockey team had a ‘tremendous amount of sex’

A Chicago Blackhawks broadcaster's slip-up revealed her edgy video history — but does that warrant full out ejection?

Rihanna heats up sideline as Nets go cold in Game 7

Deron Williams scored 24 points as the Nets nearly overcame a 17-point halftime deficit, but Joakim Noah and the Bulls survive and advance with a 99-93 Game 7 win.

TLC — one of the biggest girl groups of the '90s — looks to make a come back with Mixtape Festival appearance and new album

Chilli Thomas — the “cool” part of the hit girl group TLC — is the first to admit it. “It’s been so long since we’ve been a group, people could easily have said, ‘Who cares?’,” Thomas says. “It might have been ‘whatever.’ But it's been so much love."

Knightley ties knot in intimate ceremony

Keira Knightley has said 'I do!' The stunning star married musician boyfriend James Righton in a very low-key ceremony in the South of France Saturday.

E!'s Twitter hacked: Bieber called 'gay'

Don’t Belieb a word of it. The Twitter account for E! Online was hacked Saturday.

See great moments of the 139th Kentucky Derby

Orb, with jockey Joel Rosario atop, won the race at Churchill Downs on Saturday.

Ex-Playmate flaunts post-baby bikini bod

A mere six weeks after giving birth to daughter Rainbow Aurora with boyfriend Pasquale Rotella, Holly Madison is back to her pre-baby bikini body.The reality star, 33, showed off her svelte figure in a sexy poolside shoot for Life & Style magazine, revealing that she had lost 30 pounds of the 40 she put on during pregnancy.

Evert slams Connors for suggesting in book she ended pregnancy for her career

Tennis legend Chris Evert has taken a swing at Jimmy Connors — grand-slamming her ex-fiancé for hinting that she had an abortion against his wishes.

My Fair Winona! Actress dishes on new thriller's challenges

For Winona Ryder, the challenge of playing the wife of a serial killer was all about what she wasn’t supposed to know.

PHOTOS: Wild fashions from the Kentucky Derby

Kentucky Derby: The crazy hats, wild fans and major celebrities of the 139th Run for the Roses.

'The Chin' daughter says he voiced his approval from beyond the grave of her same-sex marriage

The FBI might want to arrange for surveillance of a supernatural sort when the daughter of late Genovese crime family boss Vincent (The Chin) Gigante gets hitched to her longtime girlfriend later this month.

Actress files for divorce following secret marriage

"Suburgatory" actress Jane Levy is getting divorce, but nobody really knew she was married. According to TMZ, Levy, quietly wed relatively unknown actor Jaime Freitas in March 2011, but the union seemed to have gone sour by October of that year.

PHOTOS: Keira Knightley and James Righton tie the knot

From "The Bachelor" nuptials to TomKat's big day, check out the most memorable Hollywood weddings.

'Hot' Miley can't keep Maxim mag's secret

Whoops! Miley Cyrus had one sexy slip-up via Twitter. The 20-year-old star took to her social media to reveal that she has been crowned no. 1 on Maxim’s hot 100 list, blowing the lid on the mag’s annual list before they publicly announced it.

Workers at first free-standing hospice open up about calling

Tucked away beneath the shadowy trees of Lighthouse Hill, the Addeo Hospice Residence is New York City's first free-standing hospice home, providing a quiet oasis for the dying and those they are leaving behind.

PHOTOS: Orb rides to Kentucky Derby win

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

Kristen Stewart gets in fender-bender

Oops! Kristen Stewart found herself in a collision. The 23-year-old actress was involved in a minor fender-bender Friday in Los Angeles while out visiting a friend, a source told E! News.

Mutt-ical marijuana? Vet gives pot to pets in pain

Dr. Doug Kramer, who runs the Vet Guru animal center in Chatsworth, Calif., believes that THC, the active ingredient in marijuana, is just what the doctor ordered for pets in pain.

Plane with solar panels completes first leg of historic journey

No jet fuel? No problem. A solar-paneled airplane is catching some rays over the United States on its first coast-to-coast, clean-energy trip.

LiLo's lawyer worked 'all night' to smooth over drama

The “Mean Girls” star checked into California’s Betty Ford Center shortly before midnight Friday, barely making a court deadline after she bolted from another rehab early Thursday, sources confirmed to the Daily News.

World Naked Gardening Day is here — get digging

Participants ditched their clothes and planted some flowers to celebrate the 10th annual World Naked Gardening Day.

Did Yankee great Mickey Mantle use a corked bat?

An X-ray reveals cork in a baseball bat used by the Hall of Famer.

SEE IT! PETA not amused over Gov. Christie's squash

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie played superhero Friday to a visiting group of schoolchildren when he squashed a spider that wandered onto his desk.

Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman mourned

Heavy metal gods and rock stars are taking to Twitter to pay tribute to Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman, who died of liver failure Thursday following complications from a spider bite.

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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.

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Chris Brown before he was famous

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

Aww! Cutest kids in Hollywood

In Hollywood, it seems celebrities' kids are in diapers one minute and donning miniskirts and mohawks the next. They may be pint-sized, but these celebrity offspring often steal the spotlight from their famous parents. Check out some of the cutest celebrity kids, from Perez Hilton's newborn son to supermodel Miranda Kerr's adorable son Flynn.

Jennifer Lawrence before she was famous

Jennifer Lawrence modeled for Louisville-based photographer Chris Kaufman (who also worked as her talent agent) before she hit it big. Take a look at the star before she became Hollywood's favorite It Girl ...

They're the perfect match! Couple wears identical outfits for 30 years

For nearly three decades, Donald and Nancy Featherstone have worn the exact same outfit every single day.

New York World's Fair 1964

All eyes were on the Big Apple as the New York World's Fair officially opened its doors in 1964. Relive all the magic 50 years later ...

Awkward! Most hilarious engagement photos of all time

Love can be a beautiful thing. In the case of these couples, it can also be an awkward thing. Check out the most hilarious engagement photos of all time ...

My Knitted Boyfriend: Designer knits herself the perfect man

Feeling down because you don't have that special guy in your life? Well, now you don't need to feel bad. Check out Dutch designer Noortje de Keijzer My Knitted Boyfriend creation.

Gwyneth Paltrow named 'World's Most Beautiful Woman' 2013

"Iron Man 3" star Gwyneth Paltrow tops People Magazine's "World's Most Beautiful Woman" 2013 roundup, which also includes Jennifer Lawrence, Kerry Washington and Amanda Seyfried.

Racy swimsuit wear at Rio Fashion Week

Models present creations by Triya during the 2014 Summer collections of the Rio Fashion Week in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on April 19, 2013.

Canines dress up to be crowned top dog in Beautiful Bulldog contest

Huckleberry sits on the throne after being crowned the winner of the 34th annual Drake Relays Beautiful Bulldog Contest on April 22, 2013, in Des Moines, Iowa. Check out more of the handsome contestants.

Great grey owl gobbles up prey in stunning photo sequence

An nature photographer has captured the exact, deadly moment that a great grey owl zooms in on an unassuming mouse, gobbling it down for dinner ...

Awkward celebrity tan lines

From farmer's tans to bikini top lines, there's nothing white-hot about exposing your pale spots.

Beyonce's Mrs. Carter World Tour

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

Animals in sunglasses

Animals wearing stylish shades are sure to put a smile on your face ...

Forget something? Celebrities go braless

No bra, no problem! Check out which celebs we spotted going bra-free while out on the town.

Unconventional health and beauty routines of the stars

It's a celebrity's job to make sure they're at their best when stepping into the limelight, so it's no wonder why Hollywood's hottest have taken up unconventional beauty routines. From cupping to vampire facials, check out some of the strangest beauty regimens of the stars …

Celebrities wearing short shorts

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

Craziest outfits at Coachella 2013

As Coachella 2013 wraps up, take a look at some of craziest fan outfits (and antics) spotted at this year's annual outdoor music festival.

Coachella 2013: Stars arrive in style at annual music fest

Forget the glitz and the glam of the red carpet -- these celebs are going full-on hippie chic at Coachella 2013 ...

Hilarious restaurant signs and menus

See if you can stomach these hilarious blunders found on everything from restaurant menus to storefront signage ...

Gritty New York City in the 1970s

With pimps and prostitutes populating the streets, an economic collapse and a crime filled subway system, the streets of Manhattan in the 1970s were a gritty and dark place. Check out photographer Leland Bobbe's shots of New York during its period of all-time low.

Quidditching craze: Harry Potter fans jump on broomsticks

Harry Potter fans across the globe are grabbing their broomsticks, jumping in the air and snapping pictures that look like they could be scenes straight out of J.K. Rowling's famous franchise.

Crossroads Guitar Festival 2013

Buddy Guy, John Mayer, Dan Akyroyd and other blues legends perform at Eric Clapton's annual two-night concert, held this year at Madison Square Garden.

'Sports Balls Replaced by Cats': If athletes played ball with felines

The only thing more fur-ocious than big, powerful athletes hurdling toward each other on the sports field? Big, powerful athletes hurdling toward each other on the sports field with cats.

Hilarious roommate notes: Messages left by people fed up with annoying housemates

Check out hilarious messages left by annoyed roommates looking to vent their frustrations in the most passive aggressive way possible ...

How American cities will look if sea level rises due to global warming

Still don't think global warming is real? These photos, showing American cities as they are now and as they will be if sea level rises, may be your game changer. Artist and researcher Nickolay Lamm has compiled renderings of popular tourist destinations nearly under water. They're meant to project the impact of a rising sea level due to global warming - and to bring the alarming results to life.

Behind-the-scenes look at President Obama

Though we all know Barack Obama as our nation's leader, few snapshots show Mr. Obama, the man. Take a behind-the-scenes look at our 44th President.

Sports

Vote for Melo denies LeBron unanimous MVP

LeBron James finished one vote shy of unanimously capturing the NBA's MVP award, with the lone dissenting vote going to Knicks star Carmelo Anthony.

Durant drains 2 late jumpers, leads OKC past Grizzlies

Kevin Durant scored 35 points and hit a pair of jumpers in the final minute to lift the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 93-91 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals.

The Matchups: Knicks vs. Pacers

For everyone who likes ugly, grind-it-out playoff basketball, you've come to the right place, as the Pacers and Knicks resume an old postseason rivalry when they meet in the second round starting Sunday at the Garden. Here’s how we see the matchups.

The Matchups: Heat vs. Bulls

The defending champs and No.1-seeded Heat toyed with Milwaukee in sweeping the first round, but now square off against the team that pounded Miami in snapping its 27-game winning streak in March. Miami has had eight days off, allowing Dwyane Wade to get ample time to recover from his latest knee woes.

The Matchups: Spurs vs. Warriors

Since the playoffs started, with Russell Westbrook going down to a season-ending injury for No. 1 Oklahoma City and No. 3 Denver losing, the No. 2 Spurs look like the team to beat in the West. They swept the overmatched Lakers in the first round and have waited eight days to start the second round.

The Matchups: Thunder vs. Grizzlies

The No. 1 seeded Thunder went to the Finals last June with three stars and now they’re down to just one, Kevin Durant. It’s hard to imagine them getting past Memphis without Russell Westbrook, a victim of a season-ending freak knee injury during their first-round win over the Rockets.

The Score Hears: South Korean logo is 'risk-y business

The 2018 Winter Games are nearly five years away, giving the South Korean host city of PyeongChang plenty of time to reconsider the official emblem.

Predicting the Kentucky Derby: Who will win the Run for the Roses?

Somebody will make history when the gates open at 6:24 p.m. Saturday for the 139th running of the Kentucky Derby, and this is how Daily News racing expert Jerry Bossert thinks it will unfold.

Smith: After arrest, Guerrero differentiates himself from Plax

Robert Guerrero rolls his eyes in disbelief when informed that Floyd Mayweather, Jr. said he had never heard of him before Guerrero's last fight - a stunning upset of Andre Berto on Nov. 24.

Carmelo says La La should be upset over comment

Carmelo Anthony says his wife should "be upset" over Jordan Crawford allegedly making a derogatory comment about his celebrity spouse. "I would be upset too if I were her," Anthony said on Friday. "She always gets thrown into the mix of the Boston Celtics series.

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