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MONSTER COMMITS SUICIDE: Ariel Castro, who pleaded guilty to 937 criminal counts including kidnapping and rape over a decade in Cleveland sex slave horror house, hangs himself in prison cell

Ariel Castro, the monster convicted of kidnapping and raping three women in his Cleveland, Ohio, hellhole, was found hanging in his prison cell Tuesday, correction officials said. read full story »

No, jerk, the N-word isn't a 'loving' term: Federal jury awards $280K in bias case rejecting argument the racial slur among blacks in workplace is acceptable

A federal jury has rejected the argument that use of the N-word among blacks can be a culturally acceptable term of love and endearment, deciding its use in the workplace is hostile and discriminatory no matter what.

Kerry, Hagel, once skeptical over Iraq War, now on other side with Syria

No senator really challenged an administration case that improbably promises both a “limited” action and demolishing Syria’s ability to create mischief.

CRIME AND PUNISHMENT: Jailed British rapist may have contracted HIV from his VICTIM

Drugged-up British rapist Richard Thomas, who attacked a woman sleeping in her own bed could have contracted HIV from her, according to a report.

Years late and billions over budget, new San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge span opens for traffic

After years of delays and billions in cost overruns, the redesigned eastern span of San Francisco’s Bay Bridge opened to traffic Monday night.

Gonzalez: Brooklyn federal judge's decision a huge victory for school bus drivers and matrons

Judge Kiyo Matsumoto ordered 28 school bus companies to restore cuts in wages and benefits that the firms slapped on their employees in the midst of talks over a new labor contract.

From cheek to chic! Celebs create hot 'underbutt' trend

LUPICA: Bill de Blasio stays on track during NYC mayoral debate

By the time New York’s mayoral candidates all got to the Campaign Finance Board’s debate Tuesday night, the first hour of it televised on Channel 4, so much had changed in the Democratic primary, starting right here: They had to come after Bill de Blasio the way they went after Chris Quinn at the start of the whole thing.

Woman killed after antique rifle falls, discharges: witness

Police say 20-year-old Destanie Leeson was killed in what can only be immediately described as a freak accident in Midwest City, Okla., Saturday evening.

Authorities ramp up search for firefighter in New Mexico's Santa Fe National Forest

A desperate search in rough terrain continued Tuesday for a 41-year-old firefighter who remains missing in New Mexico's vast Santa Fe National Forest.

Japan, eyeing 2020 Olympics, to build massive ice wall in Fukushima to stop radiation

Aspiring Olympic host Japan has adopted the idea to build a massive 1-mile ice wall around the Fukushima nuke plant that has been spilling 300 tons of radioactive water into the ocean every day.

EXPERT: Israel, U.S. share interest in deterring brutal dictator to prevent further emboldening enemies

Whatever one believes about military action in Syria, there is one truth: The situation in Syria is severe, and the use of chemical weapons by President Bashar Assad’s regime has made this crisis even more dangerous for the region and world.

EXCLUSIVE Mayoral hopefuls fight against kids' records reaching companies

At least two of the three leading Democratic mayoral candidates are set to nix plans for handing sensitive student data, including test scores and discipline records, to private companies. The move against the $100 million inBloom project — if former Controller Bill Thompson or Public Advocate Bill de Blasio win in November — could spell the end of the already faltering data-sharing plan and set off a showdown with the state.

Lack of sleep makes us look sad and old: study

A small new study now confirms that your best beauty trick is to get a good night's sleep.

Julian Assange's missing suitcase to be investigated by Swedish police

The WikiLeaks founder suspects the suitcase, which went missing as he traveled from Sweden to Germany in 2010, was stolen from him by intelligence agents.

Authorities ramp up search for firefighter in New Mexico's Santa Fe National Forest

A desperate search in rough terrain continued Tuesday for a 41-year-old firefighter who remains missing in New Mexico's vast Santa Fe National Forest.

Buddhist inmate teams up with PETA to save fish from certain death

Howard Cosby, sentenced in 2004 to 19½ years in prison for sexual assault and other crimes, says he is being served fish three times a week despite requesting a vegetarian diet as a practicing Buddhist.

Japan, eyeing 2020 Olympics, to build massive ice wall in Fukushima to stop radiation

New York music school owner accused of molesting girl out on bail

The owner of a chain of Manhattan kids music schools, charged with molesting a 9-year-old girl, was sprung on bail Tuesday and told he can't teach underage students.

CONFIDENTI@L: Oh, boy! Simon has son on the horizon

City Council candidate Noah Gotbaum arrested over licence violation

Gotbaum, 54, was pulled over on the upper West Side, the neighborhood he hopes to represent, and taken into custody and charged with driving with a suspended license.

GRAB SOME REPTILES: Man finds dead SNAKE in 18-pack of Bud Light

Possible beer bottle warning: beware snakes in the glass. A Houston man was stunned when an 18 pack of Bud Light he purchased for a party last week held an additional item — a frosty, cold dead snake.

THE VILLAGE 'IDIOT': Judge orders man to carry self-deprecating sign after threatening to kill police officers

Cleveland judge Pinkey Carr, pictured left, ordered a Richard Dameron, right, to wear a sign proclaiming himself an idiot after he threatened cops in a drunken tirade.

'I didn't want to look like a schmuck and underperform': Male sex pills pedaled in NY bodegas carry deadly health risks

New York men who buy the over-the-counter “natural” sex supplements at bodegas across the city are putting their health at risk for bedroom benefits that aren’t guaranteed.

JLo: ‘I have a real button on being ignored’

Texas defies Pentagon on anti-gay bias

The Texas National Guard refused to process requests from same-sex couples for benefits Tuesday despite a Pentagon directive to do so. Tuesday was the first working day that gays in the military could apply for benefits after the Pentagon said it would recognize same-sex marriages. Mississippi also balked, declining to issue applications from state-owned offices.

TOO BIG TO SHOP HERE? Teen says she was kicked out of clothing store for being too large for its clothes

Oregon teen Shelby Buster alleges that a worker at Rue 21 — at the Valley River Center mall in Eugene — discriminated against her weight by telling her to leave the premises.

EXCLUSIVE: NYPD sergeant named in 16 civil rights lawsuits that have cost the city more than $300K gets promotion and raise

An NYPD sergeant who has been named in a staggering 16 civil rights lawsuits costing the city more than $300,000 in payouts has received a meritorious promotion and salary increase, the Daily News has learned.

Farmer mistakenly takes in stray wolf cub to guard sheep

A hapless Polish farmer who bought a cute puppy to look after his sheep was shocked to find out it was actually a wolf. Zbigniew Pieczyk, 50, was left red-faced after discovering the adorable stray he found near his ranch in Podlasie was in fact a dangerous wild dog.

11-year-old girl left paralyzed after getting shot by Brooklyn thug breaks down in tears upon hearing of fatal shooting of 1-year-old boy

The mere mention of gunfire erupting on the streets of Brooklyn prompted tears to cascade down the cheeks of Tayloni Mazyck — an 11-year-old who knows all too well the pain of such violence.

EXCLUSIVE Harlem man arrested on charges he pepper-sprayed, sodomized a transgender woman

Taurean Williams is out on bail as he battles the third case, an allegation that he sexually assaulted a transgender woman in a building in East Harlem on April 1, 2012.

Service members anonymously protest potential war against Syria on Facebook

Soldiers protesting military strikes against Syria are taking to Facebook to voice their opposition to a war, with one saying: "I didn't join the Marine Corps to fight for al Qaeda in a Syrian Civil War."

Marijuana grower killed by own booby trap

An upstate New York marijuana grower accidentally killed himself with the booby trap he'd set up to protect his plants, police said. Daniel Ricketts was almost decapitated Saturday after he drunkenly drove his quad bike into barely visible thin piano wire strung up around his plantation in Berne, Albany County.

Maloney: Democracy strongest when president, Congress and the people have stake in war and peace

Rep. Carolyn Maloney supports President Obama and his move to seek approval from Congress before military intervention in Syria following gas attack on civilians.

Israel claims joint missile test with U.S.

JERUSALEM — Israel says it has carried out a joint missile test with the U.S. in the Mediterranean Sea amid heightened tensions as Washington weighs sea-launched strikes against Syria. The Defense Ministry said Tuesday that it, together with the U.S.

Electric Zoo creator ran reputed drug-fueled club

The creator of a Randall’s Island music festival where two people overdosed last weekend ran an infamous Chelsea nightclub targeted by law enforcement as a designer drug den.

EXCLUSIVE Cuomo donor Kasowitz repped New York Assembly in Cuomo-led corruption probe

A law firm hired by the New York state Assembly to deal with Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s anti-corruption commission is a major donor to the governor and to commission co-chairwoman Kathleen Rice, the Daily News has learned.

Prince releases new song featuring Dave Chappelle cover art

Microsoft to buy Nokia for more than $7 BILLION

Surprising only in timing, Nokia is acquired by Microsoft. Nokia plans to sell its devices and services business to Microsoft in a $7.17 billion deal; Nokia CEO to return to Microsoft.

The lion game — this Bronx Zoo pup loves her momma

A yet-to-be-named pup born at the Bronx Zoo in June has made her debut and is already melting hearts as she spends her time splashing about and cuddling up with her mother, Indy.

Superstorm Sandy’s ’freaky’ path may be less likely in future: study

Man-made global warming may further lessen the likelihood of the freak atmospheric steering currents that last year shoved Superstorm Sandy due west into New Jersey, a new study says. But don’t celebrate a rare beneficial climate change prediction just yet.

Skyscraper blamed for scorching nearby cars

A brand new British skyscraper has been blamed for scorching a car that was parked nearby. The $310 million "Walkie Talkie" — which stands at 20 Fenchurch Str. in London — reportedly reflected blinding rays of light onto a Jaguar XJ.

Surprise, surprise: Kate Upton named Model of the Year

Primary day elections will be fierce as high profile candidates vie for positions around city

The candidates fighting to become the city’s next mayor are grabbing most of the headlines, but the nominations for dozens of powerful elected positions are up for grabs — and, thanks to term limits, many are highly competitive.

Harlem man cleared in 2 rapes, then charged in third sex assault

A Harlem man who was cleared in two rapes on the same Harlem rooftop was quietly rearrested last year on shocking charges he pepper-sprayed and sodomized a 22-year-old in a stairwell, the Daily News has learned. Taurean Williams is out on bail as he battles the third case, an allegation that he sexually assaulted a transgender woman in a building in East Harlem on April 1, 2012.

'Bus driver killer' on loose in Mexican city

Mexican prosecutors said Monday they are investigating claims that a woman who killed two bus drivers last week in this northern border city was seeking revenge for alleged sexual abuse of female passengers.

Man sentenced for biting off portion of wife's private parts

A husband who bit off part of his wife's clitoris during sex has been jailed for five years. Edwin Osiris C.R. was found guilty of assaulting his wife of 12 years at their home in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Spain, on Mar. 6, 2012.

Olivia Wilde dresses to impress — without a blouse or bra

Accused killer of Staten Island mom in Istanbul to get mental health evaluation

A Turkish court ordered that a man accused of killing a New York City woman in Istanbul be placed under observation for an evaluation of his mental health on the opening day of his trial Tuesday.

Scott Stringer voted to continue NAMBLA tax break

It was a group with an unusual name and, it appeared, a straightforward mission. An organization called Zymurgy registered with the state as a not-for-profit corporation, to “foster, promote and advance greater knowledge and understanding of human sexuality.”

Man pushes cart onto train tracks at busy London station

Why did he do it? Shocking video shows the moment a man pushed a cart onto the tracks at one of Britain's busiest train stations. Terrifying surveillance footage sees the man, pulling a case, thrusting the metal carrier off the platform at Euston in central London into the path of an oncoming train.

Students' fake tans turning beds and mattresses orange

Fake tan stains are costing British landlords thousands of dollars every year. House owners who rent out their properties to students are repeatedly being forced to replace mattresses left soiled by tenants who apply creams for a yearlong summer glow.

Autos

Big Brother is watching: E.U. looks to speed limiters to make roads safer

A new proposal announced by the European Commission's Mobility and Transportation Department could regulate speed in an effort to reduce the 30,000 road deaths in Europe each year.

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Sports

Bondy: Hewitt gets ousted by Youzhny but feels love at Open

Hang around long enough in sports, the fans will forgive, even embrace you. As long as you’re not threatening Hank Aaron’s record on steroids, all sins are eventually forgotten.

MLB playoff schedule: Postseason begins Oct. 1

Major League Baseball announced its postseason schedule Tuesday, which begins with the one-game National League Wild Card game on Tuesday, Oct. 1; the AL elimination game is the next day, and both games will be aired on TBS.

Murray gets it going in time to top Istomin

Andy Murray stumbled at the end of the first set, dropping four points in a row. He faltered for a fleeting moment at the end of the second set, too, missing a simple volley after his opponent’s between-the-legs shot. What truly mattered most in Murray’s fourth-round match at the U.S. Open, of course, was the ultimate result

NFL Power Rankings: Seahawks fly highest

It's here again, the start of another NFL season. We've sorted through the puzzle of training camps and exhibition games, taken the changes and injuries and history into consideration and have come up with our 2013 preseason power rankings.

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Stacy Keibler rocks bikini at Burning Man

Israeli dentist goads Obama for lacking teeth

An Israeli dentist unimpressed with President Obama's inaction in Syria is taking a bite out of the American, in a new ad featuring Obama's jaw that asks "You don't have any teeth?" A side view of Obama's face is featured in the full-page ad.

EXCLUSIVE Imprisoned Bronx drug dealer Robert Gist suing state for keeping him from dying mother

Gist, 49, was four months into a three-year prison term for dealing crack when he got word last December that his mother was gravely ill.

Lack of sleep makes us look sad and old: study

A small new study now confirms that your best beauty trick is to get a good night's sleep.

Switzerland banks apologize for helping tax cheats

Switzerland's banks on Tuesday issued an unusually direct apology for their role in helping tax cheats, following a landmark settlement with U.S. authorities which could threaten the existence of some firms.

BlueLine: Bratton's social network for cops to debut

SAN FRANCISCO — The final stages are near completion for the launch of a law enforcement social media network designed exclusively for the men and women in blue.

Elk drunk off fermented apples block Swedish man from entering his home.

A Swedish man was barred from entering his own home by a gang of elk drunk from eating rotten apples. Four rowdy elk and one calf blocked him from walking up to his house after consuming one too many of the fermented fruit.

Rep. Pete King: Obama can’t show weakness on Syria, no matter Congress' vote

Victory in World War II made the President of the United States the leader of the free world. Since that time, Presidents from both parties have not hesitated to take quick and effective military action.

NYPD to aid Health Department in probe of two drug-fueled deaths at Electric Zoo festival

The NYPD is assisting the New York City Health Department’s probe into two drug-fueled deaths that led to the cancellation of the final day of the Electric Zoo festival.

EXCLUSIVE Holocaust survivor Charles Moerdler 'furious' at John Catsimatidis campaign mailing

A Holocaust survivor and MTA board member, whom Joe Lhota told to “be a man” at an MTA meeting, is furious that John Catsimatidis’ mayoral campaign is exploiting the incident in a mailing.

1 dead, 2 hurt after lightning hits tractor-trailer parked in Florida property

A man was killed and two others injured when they sought shelter from a thunderstorm underneath a tractor-trailer and the big rig was zapped by lightning.

Michael Douglas on separation: ‘My wife and I are fine’

Kate Bosworth gets emotional trying on her wedding dress

WATCH: Young pilots make 'textbook' crash landing

Two young Australian pilots made what has been called a "textbook" crash landing after experiencing engine problems with their small plane, footage taken from the cockpit shows.

Member of stick-up crew that killed NYPD officer gets 18 years

A robber-turned-rat who took the stand against fellow thugs on trial for their role in the murder of NYPD Officer Peter Figoski received his promised sentence of 18 years Tuesday after tearfully apologizing to the fallen cop's family.

Woman left for dead by friends after apparent asthma attack

A young lady was allegedly left for dead by her so-called friends after suffering from an apparent asthma attack - and now her mother wants answers. Tanya Smith is angry that anyone would simply abandon her 20-year-old daughter Taylor's body on the side of the road after she became unresponsive.

Indians closer pleads no contest to drug charges

Those weren’t Scooby Snacks on Chris Perez’s doorstep in June. The Indians closer pleaded no contest to misdemeanor drug charges Tuesday as prosecutors said that the pitcher had a package of marijuana — addressed to the family dog, Brody Baum — shipped from Los Angeles to his suburban Cleveland home earlier this summer.

New charges recommended in Nazi war crimes

The German special prosecutors’ office that investigates Nazi war crimes said Tuesday it is recommending charges against dozens of alleged former Auschwitz guards, opening the possibility of a new wave of trials almost 70 years after the end of World War II.

High Times magazine sues to block rival ‘Cannabis Cup’

In a federal lawsuit, High Times magazine is charging that NW Harvest Fest is bogarting its Cannabis Cup trademark by holding festival with same name in Washington state.

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Cyrus wanted to 'make history' with raunchy VMA show

Yosemite National Park massive wildfire fire 60% contained

Crews working to corral the massive wildfire searing the edge of Yosemite National Park made major gains as 60% of the blaze was contained Monday.

Survival expert reveals helping to track down English gunman

Popular British survival expert Ray Mears is breaking his silence on how he helped authorities track down crazed gunman Raoul Moat in July 2010.

‘The Butler’ wins last weekend of summer movie season

Despite some spectacular flops, Hollywood’s summer concluded with a record $4.7 billion in box-office revenue.

Blog post sends Chicago cops on hunt for body

A ghoulish postcard that supposedly described the location of a woman's dead body lit up the Internet and sent Chicago cops searching for a hidden corpse. The card, posted at PostSecret.com, appears to show a map with a handwritten message: "I said she dumped me, but really, I dumped her (body)."

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Bethenny Frankel enters daytime's big leagues

Bethenny Frankel says she still doesn’t think of herself as famous.

SPOILER ALERT: 'Homeland' 'workprint' leaked online

First episode of acclaimed drama's third season has been leaked onto the Internet nearly a month early.

CBS' big win against Time Warner came in digital rights

There were millions of losers in the August skirmish between CBS and Time Warner Cable. CBS was not one of them.

Brookyn Brewery taps NYCC for flavor with character

Brooklyn Brewery has joined forces with New York Comic Con event organizer ReedPop to create an American black ale dubbed Brooklyn Defender.

RESTAURANT REVIEW East 12th Osteria

Finally on his own, former Armani Ristorante chef Roberto Deiaco makes East 12th Osteria one of the year’s major debuts.

WATCH Scarlett strips down in 'Under the Skin' teaser

The sultry 28-year-old actress plays a seductive alien posing as a human in "Under the Skin."

Eastwood’s wife comes to his defense

Dina Eastwood is standing by Clint Eastwood’s side despite their separation.

Apple invite fuels newiPhone rumors

Apple logo is surrounded by multi-colored polka dots and the words: "This should brighten everyone's day."

Sticking a stake in 'True Blood'

HBO announced Tuesday that the steamy vampire drama will end its run in 2014 with its seventh season.

'Consider This Sh-t': Franco's Oscar aspiration

The actor has a message for the Academy in his bid for a nomination in the 2014 Oscars.

Is it too early for pumpkin beer?

This year, pumpkin ales couldn't wait until the pumpkins actually ripened.

PHOTOS Top 20 hottest beach bodies of 2013

Summer may be over, but these stars are still hotter than ever.

App turns photos into emojis

Emojify can be used to turn each pixel of a picture into an individual emoji collage.

Cumberbatch NOT cast in 'Star Wars'

Reports that Benedict Cumberbatch was cast in “Star Wars: Episode VII” seem to be full of Sith.

ScarJo backs Hillary Clinton in 2016

Throwing her two cents into the 2016 race, the Hollywood beauty says she would choose Hillary Clinton if the former senator decided to run for President in 2016.

D.C. Comics launches 'Villains Month'

From Lex Luthor to Two Face, the villains have taken over all 52 publications for the next month.

LeBron producing sitcom for Starz

With a couple NBA rings and four MVP trophies, the hoops star has decided to conquer TV.

Kitchen-style skincare?

S.W. Basics is using Jojoba and coconut oils and apple cider vinegar to take beauty back to basics.

PHOTOS Fame runs in the family

When you're born with star genes like Dakota Johnson, it's no wonder that fame runs in the family.

Prince releases new song — with Dave Chappelle cover

The artwork may have made people laugh, but Prince's new song is no joke.

Who wore it better?

Harry Styles and Victoria Beckham in matching hearts.

Vin Diesel: 'I would have lost my house' if 'Riddick' flopped

If the film series hadn't worked out, Vin Diesel might have had to pack it up. Literally.

Katie Couric engaged to financier boyfriend

The TV host got engaged over the weekend to her beau of nearly two years, financier John Molner.

Some regrets: Hayden to remove misspelled tat

The rib cage tattoo saying “live without regrets” is reportedly being removed due to a misspelling.

Khloe still wearing ring at Katy's Labor Day bash

Khloe Kardashian-Odom didn't let her personal problems get in the way of Labor Day partying.

Rachel Zoe expecting 2nd child

Celebrity stylist and designer Rachel Zoe is pregnant with her second baby with husband Rodger Berman.

Harry Styles: 'Twerking' like Miley Cyrus 'promotes promiscuity'

It's safe to say we probably won't catch Harry Styles 'twerking' anytime soon. The One Direction singer - who was seen shaking his rump at the Teen Choice Awards last month - now says twerking is "inappropriate."

PHOTOS West Indian Day Parade 2013

There was no shortage of shimmying, shaking and general merrymaking at this year's bash.

Google names 4.4 Android phone ‘Kit Kat’

The tech giant, which is known for nick-naming its Android mobile operating systems for smartphones and tablets after desserts, has for the first time chosen a brand-name candy for version 4.4 that's expected to launch this fall: Kit Kat, the chocolate candy bar with the well-known "Gimme a Break" jingle.

REVIEW 'Mary Tyler Moore' cast reunite in 'Cleveland'

TV Land regroups classic sitcom stars Mary Tyler Moore, Valerie Harper, and more.

CONFIDENTI@L: LiLo clean and sober thanks to spiritual guide Oprah

Maybe the sixth time’s the charm. Since being released from Cliffside Malibu, Lindsay Lohan has been squeaky clean, obeying her sober coach and lying low.

IT"S SHOWTIME! Megastars invade the Great White Way

Set to lend high-beam gleam on Broadway this fall: two Starship Enterprise studs, Ethan Hawke, and everyone’s favorite “Weeds” dealer.

Pippa Middleton not engaged to boyfriend Nico Jackson: report

Pippa Middleton is not a bride-to-be quite yet. Rumors began swirling that the younger sister of the Duchess of Cambridge would be the next Middleton to walk down the aisle when an insider told The Sunday People that she and boyfriend of only six months Nico Jackson are set to wed.

Christina Milian engaged to boyfriend Jas Prince: report

Christina Milian is getting hitched. The social media correspondent for “The Voice” got engaged to her longtime boyfriend, Jas Prince. Milian and Prince have reportedly been dating since 2010 and got engaged before May, a source confirmed to People.

Maria Pinto to launch affordable line

Fashion designer Maria Pinto — famous for dressing first lady Michelle Obama and Oprah Winfrey — is back with a new, more affordable collection that she plans to launch with the help of an online funding campaign.

Poker player gives 'saddest face ever' after loss (VIDEO)

Self-evident poker etiquette: Never rejoice until you cross the river. World Series of Poker player Carter Gill smugly goaded his opponent David Paredes to call after he went all in for a nearly million-dollar pot.

‘American Idol’ officially unveils 'dream team'

Pop singer Jennifer Lopez will be returning to "American Idol," joining new judge Grammy- and Emmy-award-winning singer Harry Connick Jr. and veteran Keith Urban on the popular TV singing competition, Fox Broadcasting said on Tuesday.

Beyonce shows off baby Blue Ivy on Spain trip

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.

Katy Perry goes wild in new video artwork

Katy Perry's "Roar" is getting the jungle spin. Days after taking the song worldwide with a boxing-themed performance at the Video Music Awards, Perry, 28, revealed a new promotional picture for the upcoming "Roar" music video.

A BURLESQUE PIONEER REMEMBERED: Trailblazing dancer Dixie Evans celebrated by community that she helped shape

More than a dozen sexy sirens celebrated Evans at a striptease show at the Plaza in Las Vegas on Saturday. The sensual sex kitten died of a stroke at an assisted-living home in Sin City Aug. 3. She was 86.

Celebs heat up the beach on Labor Day

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.

Review: Nokia Lumia 1020 a stellar camera

The best camera is always the one you have with you. And these days, the camera you have with you can be one of the best cameras you've ever used, too. That's the key selling point for the Nokia Lumia 1020, the first Windows phone that's actually worth loving.

Liam Gallagher's love child makes worldwide debut

One of a series of exclusive Daily News photos shows 8-month-old Gemma wearing a white baby bonnet while on a swing at a playground upstate.

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

There are outrageously hot supermodels, and then there is Irina Shayk. Check out the Russian supermodel in action ...

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

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 extravaganza celebrating art, music and good vibes. Check out the latest from this year's festival ...

PHOTOS Happiest creatures in the Animal Kingdom

They say a smile is contagious! Turn an ordinary, just okay day into a great day by checking out the happiest little guys in the Animal Kingdom ...

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.

PHOTOS Stunning images from around the world

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

The “School of Rock” is back in session.

TGIF! This week's best celeb pics

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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

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.

REVIEWS 'Another Self Portrait,' 'Yours Truly'

Few things prove more revealing than a self-portrait — unless they’re created by a master of deceit like Bob Dylan.

'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.

PHOTOS Miley's most attention-seeking moments

Miley Cyrus is prone to flaunting her body in outfits that just scream "look at me!"

PHOTOS Miranda Kerr channels Italian porn star

From photo shoots to movie roles, see which sexy celebrity impersonations have us seeing double.

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

Been naughty? These stars have! Check out the celebs who let out their inner bad girls in some seriously sexy photo shoots

World's most incredible bridges

All we can say is don't look down! Check out the world's most terrifying and outrageous bridges.

Fashion faceoff: Who wore it better?

It's a star's worst nightmare: Someone else is wearing the exact same dress ... and they look better in it! Though there are many designers and dresses in Hollywood to go around, sometimes stars get caught going for the same look. While their stylist may be getting the boot for such a serious flub, for the rest of us, it's a great opportunity to sit back, relax and decide who wore it better.

Kate Upton: Curves ahead

Kate Upton is taking the fashion industry by storm with her voluptuous curves and girl-next-door appeal. And now she's headed to Hollywood, starring in 'The Other Woman'.

Cutest kids in Hollywood

Adorable smiling animals

They say a smile is contagious! Turn an ordinary, just okay day into a great day by checking out the happiest little guys in the Animal Kingdom ...

Abs-olutely hot! Stomachs of the stars

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

Kate Middleton's royal maternity style

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

Best & worst dressed at the VMAs 2013

Hollywood's hottest stormed Brooklyn, N.Y. for the 2013 MTV VMAs. Check out what the stars wore (for better or worse) to the show ...

Stars who wear sheer clothing

There's taking a fashion risk, and then there's walking outside in outfits that are completely see-through. With the paparazzi ready to snap their every move, you would think that celebrities would be smart enough to cover up before walking out in sheer clothing for fear of ... overexposure. Or is that the point? See who's playing a fashionable game of peek-a-boo and who is making a huge fashion mistake.

Celebrity teeth makeovers

They may look good now, but at one point, these celebrities weren't picture perfect when it came to their pearly whites.

Virgo celebrities

Find out what the stars have in store for them this month.

Hollywood baby boom

Hollywood is experiencing a major baby boom! From supermodels to A-list actors, check out all the famous faces who have recently become parents ...

Celebrity baby bumps

Baby bumps never go out of style among the celebrity set. See which stars are expecting and who's showing off the bump.

Best and worst VMA looks through the years

Since Madonna writhed on the floor in a wedding dress for the first Video Music Awards in 1984, the guests have been expressing themselves in some truly outrageous get-ups. Check out the show's greatest hits and most infamous misses over the last three decades ...

Pantsless celebs

The newest trend in Hollywood has starlets looking like they're missing something - their pants.

Hollywood moms before and after baby

Don't hate on them because they're famous. And rich. Hate on them because they look so darn good so soon after having kids.

Celebrities over 40

These stars make 40 (and even 50!) look like the new 20. Check out who's been drinking from Hollywood's fountain of youth.

Adorable photos of children tasting their first lemons

Pucker up, kids! An amazing new photo series aims to document the various emotions kids feel as they try a lemon for the very first time. Check out the hilarious and adorable range of emotions felt by these kids ...

Celebrity wardrobe malfunctions

Ahh, wardrobe malfunctions ... Thanks to shoddy manufacturing, clumsiness and the advent of spaghetti straps, nearly all of Hollywood has experienced the dreaded moment of overexposure.

Oprah Winfrey's evolving shape and style

Through the years Oprah has struggled with her weight - and style - in the public eye. From shoulder pads and bad hair to skinny jeans and corsets, take a look at the talk show hosts' evolving look ...

Meet the best dressed dog on Instagram

With his impeccable wardrobe and model good looks, we think it's safe to say this is just about the chicest Chihuahua to ever hit the Internet.

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.

Sports

Djokovic wipes floor with Granollers to reach Open quarterfinals

Top-seeded Novak Djokovic won the last 13 games to rout Marcel Granollers 6-3, 6-0, 6-0 in just 79 minutes Tuesday and reach his 18th consecutive Grand Slam quarterfinal. The 43rd-ranked Granollers was coming off three straight five-set matches at the U.S. Open.

Alvarez prefers to do his talking in the ring against Mayweather

Saul (Canelo) Alvarez played the role of the strong silent type in his first national media conference call to hype his super fight with Floyd Mayweather on Sept. 14, killing Mayweather with kindness instead of name calling on Tuesday.

Hewitt lets upset slip away against Youzhny

Rejuvenated at age 32, Lleyton Hewitt was two points away from reaching the U.S. Open quarterfinals for the first time since 2006. Mikhail Youzhny would not let the tournament’s 2001 champion close the deal.

Upbeat Tony Stewart calls broken leg 'small bump in the road'

An upbeat Tony Stewart says he views his broken right leg as “a small bump in the road” and believes he’s on pace to return to racing in time for next year’s Daytona 500. The three-time NASCAR champion made his first appearance Tuesday since his Aug. 5 injury in a sprint car crash in Iowa.

Butler's English bulldog mascot Blue II dies

Blue II, the English bulldog mascot who gained national fame during Butler’s run to the men’s basketball championship games in 2010 and 2011, has died. The university said Tuesday that the 9-year-old dog died Saturday from complications from congestive heart failure.

Azarenka rallies to beat Ivanovic to reach quarterfinals

No. 2 Victoria Azarenka rallied from a set down for the second straight match, beating Ana Ivanovic to return to the U.S. Open quarterfinals. The 2012 runner-up at Flushing Meadows needed just over 2 hours, 10 minutes to win 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 on Tuesday.

With Mark hurt, Geno gets Week 1 start

What appeared almost inevitable is now confirmed: Mark Sanchez will miss Sunday’s opener against the Buccaneers, according to a source.

MLB Power Rankings: Oakland ready for September surge

If this weekend offered three different versions of a very possible American League wildcard game matchup, well, things are looking bright for the Oakland Athletics.

Bondy: Top tennis prospect torn between college, pros

There was an extended point right near the end on Sunday, surely hopeless, when an opponent’s shot ticked the net cord and barely trickled over. Louisa Chirico, the teenager from Harrison, didn’t hesitate for a moment, didn’t cede anything.

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.