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SHOT DEAD IN HIS STROLLER: One-year-old fatally struck in head on Brooklyn street by bullet intended for his father

Carnage erupted on a Brooklyn street as a young child was shot in the head on Sunday, authorities said. read full story »

EXCLUSIVE: Bronx woman, wrongfully jailed and forced to spend 3 days at Rikers Island, actually told by court officer, ‘Sorry about your weekend'

Summer began with a holiday in hell for a Bronx, N.Y., woman who spent Memorial Day weekend on Rikers Island after being arrested on a case that was closed three years earlier, the Daily News has learned.

SEE IT Florida A&M sends it's marching band back onto the firld for emotional return following a hazing death

Nearly two years after a drum major’s hazing death silenced the music at Florida A&M football games, the Marching 100 band returned to the field in Orlando on Sunday with its familiar booms and drum rattles for the school’s season opener.

EXCLUSIVE Top New York prosecutor to renew effort to get ‘rape is rape’ bill passed

ALBANY — One of New York's top prosecutors will renew the push for a young Bronx teacher's campaign to toughen the state's rape laws, the Daily News has learned.

REEFER MADNESS: Uruguay burns closer to legalizing pot production

Uruguay’s President Jose Mujica says his government’s long experience as a maker and seller of liquor makes it more than capable of dominating another substance: marijuana.

South Africa denies online rumors that Nelson Mandela is dead, but beloved leader remains in critical condition

Mandela was discharged from hospital while still in critical condition and was taken by ambulance to his Johannesburg home where he will receive intensive care.

PHOTO EXCLUSIVE: Gaga's DJ pal spins wild tales in tell-all

What is ‘molly?’ Illegal drug MDMA sees rise in popularity on street and in songs

Sold from $15 to $50 a dose, this illegal white powder is seeing a rise in popularity with the support of popular artists whose lyrics describe it as one of the party drugs to take.

Ousted Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi charged with inciting supporters to kill protesters

Egypt's military has bulldozed 13 homes along the Gaza Strip border and caved in tunnels beneath them as a prelude to the possible creation of a buffer zone to reduce weapon smuggling and illegal militant crossings, angering residents who said they were evicted with no compensation, security officials and residents said Sunday.

LOVETT: Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver and his pals lawyer up

ALBANY — Bracing for a potential bruising battle with Gov. Cuomo’s anti-corruption commission, the Assembly has hired a prominent law firm to push back.

ANYTHING FOR DADDY'S LITTLE GIRL: Ohio man sells his 'Amazing Spider-Man’ No. 1 comic for $7,000 to help pay for daughter’s wedding

A Cleveland Heights dad was getting worried about the costs of his eldest daughter’s upcoming wedding. Then, Spider-Man to the rescue!

DEATH FEST: NYC cancels final day of Electric Zoo concert at Randall's Island after 2 tragic Ecstasy ODs

City officials canceled the final day of the Electric Zoo dance music festival on Randall's Island after two concertgoers died from apparent overdoses.

IT WAS SARIN: Kerry confirms type of gas used by Syrians on their own people

Secretary of State John Kerry said Sunday the U.S. confirmed that the Syrian government used Sarin gas in last month’s chemical attacks that killed more than 1,400 people.

DONOHUE: Leader of 2005 bus and subway strike is now a cabbie

Here’s a bit of Labor Day irony. The man who led the historic 2005 bus and subway strike — which forced millions of commuters to squeeze into packed cabs, pedal bicycles they hadn’t used for years and hike to work like intrepid Boy Scouts — is now a licensed cab driver.

'There, the wad of money was removed and collected as evidence': Woman hospitalized after hiding $5,000 in her rectum

A Tennessee woman had to be taken to the hospital Tuesday after she allegedly stole $5,000 from her boyfriend and stored the cash in an unusual hiding spot.

Suspected white supremacist and convicted felon stockpiled guns and ammo — but authorities aren’t sure how

Feds in Ohio thought they were merely busting a ring of knockoff sports jerseys when they stumbled on something far more terrifying: a convicted felon who had hoarded 18 firearms, body armor and more than 40,000 rounds of ammunition.

U.S. Open: Andy Murray steams ahead into fourth round with straight-set win over Florian Mayer

Defending champion Andy Murray eased into the U.S. Open’s fourth round with a straight-set victory, improving to 29-2 over his past five Grand Slam tournaments. The third-seeded Murray erased the only two break points he faced and compiled 42 winners while beating 47th-ranked Florian Mayer of Germany 7-6 (2), 6-2, 6-2 Sunday.

Four cops sent to help 16-year-old Oregon girl kill spider

In all, four officers with Forest Grove police department arrived to help swat the eight-legged creature described by frightened 16-year-old Makenna Swell as "probably the size of my hand."

Passenger busted after groping women on JetBlue flight, officials say

Gregory Meyer, 47, was pinched early Friday when the JetBlue plane leaving Burbank, Calif., was forced to land in Denver, the U.S. Attorney's Office said.

Steel drum band is un-beat-able at Brooklyn competition

This Brooklyn drum group steeled the show. The 96-member steel drum group sponsored by the Daily News won the $20,000 top prize at the West Indian Day band competition early Sunday at the Brooklyn Museum.

Miley: 'I have so many f---ing issues'

HEARTBREAK: Massive house fire in upstate New York takes lives of four children, stunning Elmira residents

The children were discovered by firefighters with the Elmira Fire Department around 9 p.m. Friday but tragically were unable to be reached in time, according to Elmira Fire Marshal Joseph Martino.

Christine Quinn seeks to stop Bloomberg's bid to resume NYPD frisks

New York mayoral hopeful and City Council Speaker Christine Quinn is going to court over the current mayor’s effort to block a ruling that reins in the NYPD’s use of stop-and-frisk.

Gareth Bale moves from Tottenham to Real Madrid on record $132 million transfer fee

Both Tottenham and Madrid confirmed Bale’s move on a six-year deal on Sunday, but did not announce the financial details.

FURY OF FLAMES: Wildfire raging near Yosemite National Park for the past 2 weeks now fourth largest in California history

The wildfire burning in and around Yosemite National Park has become the fourth-largest conflagration in modern California history, fire officials said Sunday as clouds and higher humidity helped crews further contain the biggest blaze in the United States this year.

EXCLUSIVE Staten Island domestic abusers will wear ankle bracelets to alert NYPD when they're in the vicinity of former victims

Some Richmond County residents convicted of domestic violence are participating in a new program that places a monitor on their ankle to immediately alert cops if they comes within a mile of their victims.

CONFIDENTI@L: Emcee Biebs? Justin a hip-hop wannabe

SEE IT TUCKERED OUT: Tucker Carlson caught asleep while co-hosting 'Fox & Friends'

The sleepy conservative dozed off Saturday morning while on-air, and his co-hosts teased him when he woke up thinking the show was on commercial break.

Lupica: Eli Manning's 'magic' makes him best QB New York has seen

We are reminded again, as the Jets still haven’t decided who they want as their starting quarterback this season, how lucky the Giants are to have Eli.

President Obama's Labor Day radio address explains he will continue to fight for better pay, education

Reflecting on Labor Day, the President says he’ll continue fighting for better wages, secure retirements, and expanded access to education, home ownership and health care.

Bedlam overseas: 18 people killed in Afghanistan over 24 hours

A suicide bomber detonated his explosives near a police checkpoint in sourthern Afghanistan, while a NATO service member was killed in the eastern part of the country.

Flags will fly at half-staff for Staten Island hero killed in Afghanistan

Flags on state government buildings will be flown at half-staff Wednesday to honor a 24-year-old soldier from Staten Island killed in Afghanistan.

Harrowing 911 calls reveal drivers' fears before girl, 6, was killed in 8-year-old brother's joyride in mom's car

A 911 call released Friday provides a dramatic account of a tragic joyride by an 8-year-old boy in his mother's car that killed his 6-year-old sister.

Stork busted, jailed as suspected spy in Egypt after caught wearing electronic device

Egyptian authorities have detained a stork that a citizen suspected of being a spy because it carried a suspicious electronic device, which is most likely a wildlife tracker.

Raissman: Concussion story gets real for Fox sideline reporter Pam Oliver

No one could blame Pam Oliver for not wanting to talk about the most painful moment — literally — of her career as Fox’s NFL sideline reporter.

HIGHWAY HORROR: SUV crosses into oncoming traffic and crashes head-on with another vehicle killing 6, including 2 children

An SUV crossed into oncoming traffic on a rural northwestern Pennsylvania highway and smashed head-on into another vehicle, killing six people, including two children, authorities said Sunday. A Jeep Liberty driven by 36-year-old Kathy Douglas of Kane crossed the center line at about 4:30 p.m.

British tourist, who lost leg in horrific midtown taxi crash, is 'doing better' but 'we don't know when she is leaving,' dad says

The father of a British tourist who lost a leg when a taxi jumped a Manhattan curb told the Daily News on Sunday that his daughter is improving. "She is doing better," Jason Green said outside Bellevue Hospital of 23-year-old Sian Green.

Ex-Cowboy Dorsett: Settlement a start, but future health costs a concern

He will turn 60 next April, and is already 25 years removed from his professional playing days, when he dazzled Cowboys fans with his rushing skills and moves, a career that propelled him into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Dunkin' Donuts apologizes for 'racist' Thai campaign

In a statement to the Daily News, Karen Raskopf, the chief communications officer for Dunkin' Brands, said the campaign for the dark chocolate donuts was "insensitive."

Three Massachusetts high school soccer players sexually assaulted three freshmen at team-building retreat: lawsuit

Three high school soccer players attending a sports camp in western Massachusetts have been arrested on charges they sexually assaulted three younger campers.

EXCLUSIVE Rex Ryan, key Jets brass agree it's time for Geno Smith Era

Rex Ryan's shotgun wedding with new boss John Idzik may end in divorce in a few months, but the Jets' Odd Couple agrees that it's time to kick off the Geno Smith era.

SHE'S BACK! Bynes tweets about Drake from psych ward

JAWS WHO? 64-year-old woman trying to become the first person to swim from Cuba to Florida WITHOUT a shark cage

KEY WEST, Fla. — Endurance swimmer Diana Nyad is making good progress on the second day of her Cuba-to-Florida swim.

'You'll be the healthiest man in the graveyard': Tennis player Lee Starr, 95, is the U.S. Open's unofficial poster boy

He is old enough to be Roger Federer's great-great-grandfather. And at 95, he is still playing tennis twice a week with his 80-something pals, putting topspin on the ball and placing it deftly "where my opponents ain't." Meet Leon Starr, the U.S.

'He said YES!' Lance Bass pops question to boyfriend

Teen sentenced to three years in reform home for fatal India gang rape

An Indian juvenile court handed down the first conviction in the fatal gang rape of a young woman on a moving New Delhi bus, convicting a teenager of rape and murder.

Supreme Court Justice Ruth Ginsburg to officiate at a same-sex wedding in a SCOTUS first

In what is believed to be a first for a member of the nation’s highest court, Ginsburg will marry Kennedy Center President Michael Kaiser and John Roberts, a government economist.

Darren Manzella, 'don't ask, don't tell' critic, dies at 36 in traffic accident

Manzella was discharged from the Army in 2008 for 'homosexual admission,' a violation of the now-rescinded policy. He died in a traffic accident in western New York.

Colorado peeping tom discovered hiding in portable toilet to spy on women sentenced to prison

Luke Chrisco, arrested in 2011 after a woman at a yoga festival saw him emerge from the toilet's tank and run away, is also suspected of hiding in other bathrooms around Boulder to watch women .

DAVID FROST DEAD: Television personality who famously grilled former President Nixon in 1977 passes away at 74

Frost died of a suspected heart attack on Saturday night aboard the Queen Elizabeth, where he was due to give a speech, the family said. The cruise company said its vessel left the English port of Southampton on Saturday.

Silence of global partners critical in U.S. strike against Syria after chemical weapons attacks: expert

While some countries may not be offering military support as the U.S. plans to hit Syria, they will be important in aiding in regional fallout, writes Brian Katulis of the Center for American Progress.

Bakersfield, Calif. man beaten by deputies dies in the latest incident for troubled sheriff’s office

An embattled California sheriff’s department has found itself under fire once again following the death of a 39-year-old father of four who was beaten by deputies.

GRAPHIC Gas bomb dropped on Syrian school playground kills 10 children and leaves dozens of others wounded

A team of BBC reporters was filming inside a Syrian hospital when a flood of horrifically burned victims — many of them kids — started pouring in.

Unpaid intern sues Donna Karan International over wages

A Queens man with dreams of a career in marketing is suing Donna Karan International for not paying him minimum wages while he was an undergraduate intern at the company's NYC headquarters in 2009.

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Madden: Showalter's Orioles hope Buck stops with comeback win over Yanks

Up until that stunning, “Lucky Seven” turn of fortunes by his Baltimore Orioles, Buck Showalter was having a real bad Sunday in New York. Heck, he’d not only been having a bad Sunday, he’d been having a bad week.

Star tight end Gronkowski returns to Patriots' practice

Rob Gronkowski looked “almost Gronk-esque” on Sunday as he practiced in full pads for the first time since having back surgery. The star tight end for the New England Patriots participated in drills with his teammates during the 15 minutes reporters were allowed to observe the start of practice.

Serena settles score with Stephens at U.S. Open

Serena Williams avenged her major loss to Sloane Stephens, pulling away from the young American for a 6-4, 6-1 win to return to the U.S. Open quarterfinals. Stephens beat a hobbling Williams in the quarters of the Australian Open in January.

Can Geno Buc trend? Odds against great debut for Jets quarterback

If recent history is any real indication, Geno Smith will throw twice as many interceptions as he will touchdowns on Sunday, en route to a Jets loss to the Bucs.

Murray steams ahead, advances to fourth round of U.S. Open

Defending champion Andy Murray eased into the U.S. Open’s fourth round with a straight-set victory, improving to 29-2 over his past five Grand Slam tournaments. The third-seeded Murray erased the only two break points he faced and compiled 42 winners while beating 47th-ranked Florian Mayer of Germany 7-6 (2), 6-2, 6-2 Sunday.

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KANGAROO CARE: After battling city officials, an Oklahoma woman finds home in exotic enclosure with her loving pet

Christie Carr wants her young ones to cooperate when they sit down for a family portrait, but at times it's so difficult that she has to tell young Irwin to go to his bedroom. He obeys and hops to it.

THE SPITZER EMPIRE: Eliot's controller campaign is bankrolled in part by father's shrewd real estate deals — though there may be conflicts if elected

A portfolio of trophy real estate holdings in New York and Washington provided Eliot Spitzer refuge after he resigned as governor. It is also providing the resources for his return to politics.

Bey closes first day hubby Jay Z’s Philly music festival

Cop who pepper-sprayed Occupy Wall Street protesters doesn’t have to talk to civilian board after NYPD cancels 'at 11th hour'

Anthony Bologna, the NYPD Deputy Inspector who used pepper spray at Occupy Wall Street protestors two years ago, is off the hook - temporarily - from having to appear before the Civilian Complaint Review Board.

Woman who allegedly hired hit on husband held without bail after appearing in court — with toilet paper stuck to her shoe

A Brooklyn judge ordered no bail Friday for the frumpy-looking would-be murderess charged with soliciting a hit man to whack her husband, after which she would pay him in stamps.

NEW STORM BREWING: Sandy-ravaged homeowners to rally against high flood insurance premiums

Broad Channel and Rockaway residents, who lost their homes and belongings, will rally next month against a new law that could raise flood insurance premiums to more than $30,000 a year.

Married cancer victim goes on Craigslist to seek her replacement for the sake of illicit lover

‘Sharon B’ of Connecticut posted the bizarre Craigslist ad in which she asked for any women interested in carrying on her extramarital five-year romance.

It's not over yet: There's still plenty to do during the waning days of summer in NYC

Summer may be ending, but the fun doesn’t have to. The most sizzling season lives on in fruity drinks and tropical exhibits around the city, along with sun-soaked TV shows and bikini bods on the big screen.

DRUGGED UP IDOLS: Graham Nash memoir, 'Wild Tales,' recounts honest history of rampant drug abuse, sex and the legendary tunes of CSNY

In "Wild Tales," Graham Nash tells a few about the supergroup constantly at each other’s throats in drug-fueled rages while the world grooved to the harmonies of Crosby, Stills, Nash and (sometimes) Young.

New York Red Bulls coach gets into heated exchange with player during practice

Red Bulls coach Mike Petke tried to downplay his confrontation with Thierry Henry, even after a witness reported a scene in which star and coach had to be physically separated by members of the staff.

Small plane crashes, flips upside down onto California beach

The plane’s pilot managed to make an emergency upside-down landing right onto the shoreline of a Rancho Palos Verdes beach.

North Carolina school shooting sends one student to the hospital: reports

At least one person was transported to a local hospital after the gunman reportedly started shooting inside Winston-Salem’s Carver High School on Friday afternoon.

CDC: 9 million Americans use prescription sleeping pills

Can’t get enough shuteye? Nearly 9 million U.S. adults resort to prescription sleeping pills — and most are white, female, educated or 50 or older, according to the first government study of its kind.

Kate Bosworth weds her former director

ALABAMA HORROR: How a bombing that killed four black girls just weeks after historic 1963 speech in Birmingham went decades without justice

A deafening explosion Sept. 15, 1963 stilled the hearts of four of the black girls in a church's basement bathroom, but it took authorities more than 35 years to bring all perpetrators in the attack to justice.

Clint Eastwood drops off mystery woman who spent the night with him

Healthy obesity? Study says it is possible to be overweight but not at-risk

German researchers argue that people can be overweight and fit, and recognizing this will help the medical community focus on the patients who need their help the most.

PICTURED: New York City correction officer who torched building where former boyfriend once lived charged with arson

Yvette Randolph, 43, has been a city correction officer since 2002 and was assigned to the Bellevue Hospital prison ward to guard sick inmates, a source said.

Dealing with 'Downton Abbey' withdrawal? Take a trip to the Highclere Castle, the place where the British soap opera is filmed

We know it's a long wait for the next season of the splendid drama to start again, but let these settings help you pass the time.

YOUNG GUNS: Chilling photos of children posing with weapons and flashing gang signs turn up in LA raid

Authorities in LA discovered shocking images of kids with guns and flashing gang signs on cell phones and social media sites connected to notorious gang members taken down Thursday.

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15 dead in Shanghai after liquid ammonia leaks from refrigeration unit

At least 15 people were killed Saturday after liquid ammonia leaked from a refrigeration unit at a cold storage plant in China's financial hub of Shanghai, the local government said.

Brian Banks, who served five years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit, waived by Atlanta Falcons

The Atlanta Falcons waived Brian Banks, the linebacker who was attempting to make a late start to his NFL career after spending five years in prison on a conviction that was later overturned.

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Popcorn and boy bands: One Direction tops Labor Day box office

There was only “One Direction” at the movie box office this weekend.

Spoiler alert: 'Breaking Bad' recap

A sneak peek at Sunday's amazing episode.

New iPhones are coming on Sept. 10

This year we will see the release of a higher end and a lower end iPhone alongside the flagship Apple phone.

‘He said YES!’: Lance Bass proposes to boyfriend

The *NSYNC member proposed to his boyfriend Michael Turchin.

Beyonce performs at Jay Z event

Beyonce closed the first day of her husband Jay-Z's second annual music festival with a 90-minute set.

Harry Connick Jr. close to solidifying deal as 'American Idol' judge

It's hot in the "American Idol" kitchen as the show aims to confirm its final judge.

EXCLUSIVE Cosby slams Miley Cyrus over antics

Bill Cosby says people will do anything for ratings.

Suri breaks her arm — but rep says she's... OK?

Suri Cruise may have to add a cast to her list of fashion accessories. The 7-year-old daughter of Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise managed to break her arm, a rep for Holmes confirmed to People.

I knew Thicke's hand 'was on my butt'

Robin Thicke's cheeky fan has spoken out. When Lana Scolaro posed for a pic with the 36-year-old singer at a VMA after-party last weekend she revealed she knew his hand was in a compromising place but she has had no idea the image would go viral. "I knew his hand was on my butt.

Kate Bosworth, Micheal Polish wed in Montana

Kate Bosworth and Michael Polish tied the knot Saturday. The 30-year-old “Superman Returns” star married her former director at an outdoor ceremony at The Ranch at Rock Creek in Phillipsburg, Montana, reports People.

PHOTOS: Burning Man Festival 2013 — peek inside the annual desert extravaganza

Tens of thousands of people from around the world flocked to the middle of Nevada's Black Rock Desert for the 2013 Burning Man Festival, an annual hippie gathering celebrating art, music and good vibes.

WATCH: Boa constrictor swallows howler monkey

Scientists have witnessed and documented a boa constrictor strangling and swallowing a howler monkey.

Irina Shayks it for sizzling beach shoot

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Race for Oscar starts with Toronto film fest

The 38th annual Toronto International Film Festival kicks off Thursday night, and as in past years, it’s where most of the movies that end up competing for Oscars debut, or gather more steam.

PHOTOS Mets' Harvey not hurtin' for love from supermodel

These sports stars know how to score both on and off the field.

EXCLUSIVE Biebs' Hamptons hotspot set to close

Hamptons club where Justin Bieber sparked brawl, will shutter on Sunday.

PHOTOS Burning Man Festival 2013

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PHOTOS Happiest creatures in the Animal Kingdom

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Christina Aguilera shows off slimmed-down figure

The songbird released a very special music video for "Let There Be Love."

Khloe Kardashian speaks out after Lamar arrest

Khloe Kardashian intends to smile like she means it. In light of husband Lamar Odom's DUI arrest and reported struggle with drug use, Kardashian is proving she is staying strong.

Bieber kickin' it as he's attacked by Toronto clubgoer

Justin Bieber had one aggressive Belieber on his hands Friday night. A clubgoer made an attempt to tackle the 19-year-old superstar in a Toronto nightclub around 3 a.m. after The Biebs left his VIP area to mingle with the crowd.

Sean Kingston settles in gang rape case: report

Sean Kingston has reached a settlement. The 23-year-old singer has reportedly tied up loose ends with, Carissa Capeloto, who is the 22-year-old girl that accused him and his former bodyguard of gang rape after a 2010 concert, a source told TMZ.

Kris Jenner tells family: 'Bruce and I made a sex tape'

Kris Jenner reveals a little too much information at a family dinner.

David Beckham flaunts tight abs on the beach

These celebrities aren't just pretty faces... they've got miraculous midsections as well!

Snooki sues perfume company for $6M

The "Jersey Shore" celeb slapped Excell Brands LLC with a $6 million-plus lawsuit Friday in Manhattan federal court.

Lamar involved in three-car collision just six days before DUI bust

Lamar Odom’s downward spiral just took a turn for the worse. The NBA player was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence early Friday morning, TMZ reported.

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SEE IT 'School of Rock' cast jams for 10-year reunion

The “School of Rock” is back in session.

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SEE IT First look at Harrison Ford in 'Expendables 3'

Arnold Schwarzenegger gave fans a sneak peek of Harrison Ford’s first day on the set of "Expendables 3."

Bradley Cooper joins 'Guardians of the Galaxy'

'The Hangover' star just made comic fans very happy as he joins Marvel's superhero team.

Clooney under police probe in Italy

The actor's piloting of a water taxi to make a grand entrance at the Venice Film Festival this week didn’t float everyone’s boat.

WATCH Dog nearly drowned by mad kangaroo

This cute kangaroo proved he was not that cuddly.

Hecklers too much for Dave Chappelle

The comic was heckled at a show in Connecticut and refused to perform his set.

PHOTOS Kate's royal style

Take a look back at the new mom's best style moments.

PHOTOS Adam Levine strips on Instagram

We've rounded up the hottest, cutest, funniest and just plain wackiest celebrity Twitpics.

James Van Der Beek expecting baby No. 3

A third Van Der Baby is on the way! The actor's wife Kimberly shared the happy news on her blog.

Sean Kingston accused in gang rape

The rapper, his bodyguard, and a member of his band have been accused of gang-raping a drunk teen.

SEE IT Otter shows off juggling skills

Critters at England’s Dudley Zoo improve dexterity by laying back and passing pebbles from paw to paw.

Showtime picks up Jay Z concert film

Network lands TV rights to "Made In America," the Ron Howard film of last year's Jay Z megaconcert.

Bang With Friends returns

Bang With Friends is back, but there's a catch. The controversial hookup app, which was banned from Apple's iOS store, has reemerged under a different name: "Down."

Bill Murray destroys 'Late Show' set on 20th anniversary episode

What's the best way to celebrate 20 years of he "Late Show with David Letterman"? By dressing up as Liberace and taking a pickaxe to the set. Comedian Bill Murray joined Letterman for the show's 20th anniversary, and he had some tricks up his sleeve.

PHOTOS Lady Gaga's latest style makeover

Mother Monster doesn't just have a brand new single, she also has a brand new look.

Khloe posts somber selfie amid marriage woes with Lamar

Khloe Kardashian may be in the middle of trying to save her marriage to husband Lamar Odom, who is struggling with an apparent drug addiction, but the "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" star has been putting on a brave face, at least for her Instagram followers.

Jay Z, Justin Timberlake premiere video for ‘Holy Grail’

Jay Z and Justin Timberlake made social media history. The mega-music star's video for their hit track "Holy Grail" premiered on Facebook Thursday marking it the first time a clip from major artists debuted strictly on the site.

Lawmaker wants Toni Morrison work off reading lists

Bill Holtzclaw, a Republican, wants “The Bluest Eye” removed from high school reading lists in Alabama.

Remembering Seamus Heaney

In memory of a great Irish voice, here are some of Heaney’s great quotes.

Justin Timberlake: I want to play The Riddler!

Riddle us this, why don’t the powers that be at Warner Bros. show a little love to Justin Timberlake? The “Mirrors” singer and occasional actor revealed he wants to be cast in the upcoming “Man of Steal” sequel -- as the nefarious Riddler to Ben Affleck’s Batman.

Tooth Fairy inflation: Price of a tooth nears $4

Days of finding a quarter under your pillow are long gone. The Tooth Fairy no longer leaves loose change.

Randy Jackson to return to 'American Idol' as a mentor

Jackson left the judges' table after season 12.

Robin Thicke enjoys family vacation amid VMAs criticism

It's always sunny in Hollywood, and these celebs love flaunting their picture-perfect beach bodies almost as much as they love getting all dressed up for the red carpet. Whether they're splashing around in itty bitty bikinis or causing a commotion with their incredible, washboard abs, these celebrities sure know how to make a sizzling day at the beach even hotter. Check out the sexiest celebrity beach bodies.

Fergie, hubby Josh Duhamel welcome baby boy Axl Jack

Fergie and Josh Duhamel are officially mommy and daddy. The couple welcomed their baby boy, Axl Jack Duhamel, on Thursday, reports E! News. The Duhamels’ son weighed in at 7 pounds, 10 ounces and was born in Los Angeles at Cedars-Sinai Hospital.

REVIEW 'Cracked'

Another Canadian cop show has crossed the border, but that’s not what will feel most familiar about “Cracked.”

Irish poet and Nobel winner Seamus Heaney dies at 74

Seamus Heaney, Ireland's foremost poet who won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1995, died Friday after a half-century exploring the wild beauty of Ireland and the political torment within the nation's soul. He was 74.

REVIEWS 'American Made Movie,' 'I Declare War,' 'Our Nixon'

You’ll never buy an inexpensive T-shirt without feeling guilty again.

Next big thing in food: crickets and other insects

They’re crunchy with a mild, nutty flavor, and are loaded with protein.

REVIEW 'Afternoon Delight'

Kathryn Hahn gives an outstanding performance in what is ultimately a not-very-amazing movie.

Empire of the Sun, synth-pop's anwser to Siegfried & Roy

What’s up with the fashion sense of Empire of the Sun?

review Elba's detective 'Luther' clues in the U.S. about his talent

Idris Elba doesn’t sound like he’s ready to say goodbye to John Luther.

'The Flag' explores a mystery of 9/11

Documentary on CNN asks what happened to flag firefighters raised amid the World Trade Center's wreckage.

A visit to Highclere Castle, site of 'Downton Abbey'

Motoring along the narrow, winding roads over the gently rolling hills of the Carnarvon estate up to Highclere Castle, it is hard to miss the neatly lettered sign that says “DANGEROUS BEND.”

How to keep the summer feeling going in NYC

Summer may be ending, but the fun doesn’t have to.

Ted Nugent's wife busted on gun charge

Shemane Nugent was arrested at DFW Airport after TSA agents discovered a handgun in her carry on bag.

Google co-founder Sergey Brin splits with wife

One of the Silicon Valley's richest and most powerful couples have split up.

Vonn: Tiger 'doesn't even leave the seat up!'

Olympic skier is dishing about her happy relationship with the pro golfer.

James Spader to play Ultron in ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’

James Spader is now officially a weapon of mass destruction. The 53-year-old actor has been cast as the titular robotic villain in "Avengers: Age of Ultron," the sequel to the 2012 superhero team blockbuster, Marvel Studios announced Thursday.

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PHOTOS Miranda Kerr channels Italian porn star

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What's inside La La Anthony's purse?

Melo's wife dishes details about her new beauty collection and products she swears by.

'Backdoor Teen Mom' mooching off fans

Despite her porn flick payday, Farrah Abraham is asking fans to buy items from a $11,000 Amazon Wish List.

Battered Bill Murray

The funnyman, 62, appeared on "Letterman" looking beat up, sporting a bloody bandage and a black eye.

Man's self-worth dives when women succeed: study

Research shows straight men’s self-esteem drops following a romantic partner’s success.

Michael Douglas hits French film festival amid marriage woes

Amidst reports that he and wife Catherine Zeta-Jones have decided to separate, Michael Douglas's time away in France may not take his mind off of his marriage. The "Behind the Candelabra" actor, 68, will be on hand to debut his critically-acclaimed HBO flick at the Deauville Film Festival - where he actually met the "Chicago" beauty, 43, in 1998.

PHOTOS Central Park's polar bear Gus dies

Take a look back at the beloved polar bear through the years.

Candid champ

Mike Tyson tells Matt Lauer he "won't survive unless I get help" in "Today Show" interview.

Depression affects men and women equally: study

The proportion of men who experience symptoms of depression may be similar to the proportion of women with depression when doctors look for non-traditional symptoms, according to a new study.

Leah Remini, Snooki, Valerie Harper on 'DWTS' rumor mill

Despite being diagnosed with terminal brain cancer and given a three month prognosis back in March, "Mary Tyler Moore Show" actress Valerie Harper is preparing to put her dancing shoes on.

Rare candid shots by Andy Warhol released

Smile! If you were one of his showbiz friends, chances are Andy Warhol snapped a photo of you.

PHOTOS Happy birthday, King of Pop!

The late Michael Jackson would have turned 55 on Aug. 29. See pictures from the entertainer's prolific life.

The history of ‘Twerk’: A lesson from Queen of Bounce Big Freedia

Big Freedia has been twerking for well over a decade.

ATTACK OF THE THROWN TOMATOES: Thousands flock to annual fruit-tossing fight in Spain for Tomatina Festival 2013

Thousands of revelers hurled tomatoes at each other as they took part in the annual tomato fight, held in the Mediterranean village of Bunol near Valencia.

The Central Park Zoo's polar bear is euthanized at age 27

The white-furred attraction — visited by more than 20 million people since arriving in 1988 — was battling health problems, zoo officials said. He was euthanized Tuesday.

Scientists grow mini human brains from stem cells

Scientists said Wednesday they had used stem cells to grow primitive human brain tissue for use in studying disorders and early development of this most complex of organs.

SEE IT: Behati Prinsloo strips down for Interview

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SEE IT: 'Shawarma Master' gives rapid thrill-filled show

Like your food fast? Then you best pay this guy a visit. The "Shawarma Master" has become an online smash after a video of his mad machete skills went viral. Footage shows him slicing, dicing and mixing the much-loved grub in double-quick time.

New home pregnancy test reveals how far along you are

Women have been able to use home pregnancy tests for more than three decades to see if they are expecting. Now, a new test has been developed that lets them see just how pregnant they are.

Alec Baldwin keeps his cool one day after scuffle with photog in NYC

Alec Baldwin left his Greenwich Village apartment multiple times Wednesday and managed to keep his cool as reporters and photographers shouted questions about his violent clash with a paparazzo a day earlier.

Model Cara Delevingne to appear in 'Grand Theft Auto'

She'll appear as a radio DJ in the latest video game version.

Charlie Annenberg and pooch Lucky join forces for new breed of love and generosity

Lucky was 4 in 2001 when he teamed up with Charlie Annenberg, scion to a wealthy family known for giving money away.

Justin Timberlake meets teen brain surgery survivor

The "Mirrors" singer made time to meet with a Make-A-Wish child.

H&M to open its largest store ever in NYC

The new location will arrive toward the end of 2014, and will be 63,000 square feet.

REVIEW: 'One Direction' documentary has surprise focus

The most telling quotes in the new One Direction documentary “This Is Us” don’t come from any of the members of the boy band.

Albino alligator in Brazil gets acupuncture treatment for bad back

An albino alligator who's suffered from back problems for most of his life is finding relief through acupuncture. Bino, who has lived at Sao Paulo Aquarium in Brazil since 2007, is having needles jabbed into his leathery hide on a weekly basis in a bid to banish his aches and pains.

SEE IT: Newlyweds share first kiss as man and wife on water skis

You may kiss the bride — but only if you catch her! These Canadian newlyweds obviously thought it was a nice day for a wet wedding when they landed their first kiss on water skis. Adrenaline junkies Cam Auge and Caylee Wasilenko made their way out onto Bedwell Bay on Wednesday after tying the knot on nearly dry land at the Vancouver Waterski Club.

Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones ‘taking a break’

The Oscar-nominated couple have been married for 13 years.

CONFIDENTI@L: Kelly Rutherford acting as her own lawyer

She declared bankruptcy in the midst of a bitter custody battle with ex-husband and can’t afford a lawyer.

Leah Remini, Snooki, Valerie Harper on 'DWTS' rumor mill

Despite her cancer prognosis, Harper is preparing to put her dancing shoes on.

For $350, stylist turns the heat up to 310 degrees to give lifeless locks a complete 180

Hot scissors are the coolest new trend in hair — and only one man makes the cut.

REVIEW 'Closed Circuit'

The scattered point of view — which owes heavily to Francis Coppola’s “The Conversation” — opens “Closed Circuit.”

Same dream, different look: Obama honors MLK

Television pointed up a subtle but striking irony to Obama’s Lincoln Memorial speech.

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Bryan brothers rally to avoid upset at Open

Bob and Mike Bryan’s pursuit of a calendar-year Grand Slam is still alive after a scare in the third round of the U.S. Open. The defending champions were down a set and a break against unseeded Canadians Daniel Nestor and Vasek Pospisil on Sunday before rallying for a 6-7 (1), 7-5, 6-2 victory.

Giroud gives Arsenal bragging rights over Spurs

Olivier Giroud settled the first north London derby of the season on Sunday as Arsenal asserted its supremacy over Tottenham on the pitch with a 1-0 victory despite months of lavish spending by its neighbor.

Sturridge strikes again as Liverpool tops Man U

Daniel Sturridge scored Liverpool’s winner for the third straight Premier League game to condemn fierce rival Manchester United to a 1-0 loss on Sunday, handing David Moyes his first defeat as manager of the champions.

Manziel serves suspension, then throws 3 TDs to beat Rice

Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel served his suspension for No. 7 Texas A&M in the first half on Saturday against Rice.

Jones' 2 TD returns leads No. 1 Bama past Virginia Tech

With everyone focused on a three-peat, Nick Saban reminded his Alabama players of someone who did it twice — Michael Jordan. If they’re going to follow MJ’s lead, they’ll need to play with a lot more passion than they showed in the season opener.

Bucs deal for four-time All-Star Morneau to boost offense

Pittsburgh traded for longtime Minnesota Twins first baseman Justin Morneau on Saturday, hoping the four-time All Star can give the Pirates’ middling offense a needed jolt heading into the final month of the season.

Putting the key as U.S. looks to reclaim Walker Cup

Two years ago, the U.S. sent to Scotland a Walker Cup team that included Jordan Spieth, Russell Henley, Peter Uihlein, Harris English and Patrick Cantlay. The 2013 season validated how strong a squad that was.

Man City back in the win column 2-0 over Hull

Manchester City avoided another slip-up against a Premier League newcomer by beating Hull 2-0 on Saturday, a week after losing at Cardiff. City broke through Hull’s resistance in the second half when Alvaro Negredo headed in Pablo Zabaleta’s cross and Yaya Toure scored from a free kick.

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