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'You’re a real scumbag, Anthony... married to an Arab': Weiner flips out at 'jackass' heckler for racial slur against wife Huma Abedin during Brooklyn campaign stop — SEE the videos

Despite his diminishing prospects at being elected the next mayor of New York, Anthony Weiner exploded all over the Internet Wednesday, as a trifecta of videos of the temperamental candidate went viral. read full story »

PHOTO EXCLUSIVE: Brooklyn Bridge leaper lives! Rescue divers fish man out of East River and rush him to Bellevue Hospital after failed suicide attempt

A distraught man looking to end his pain jumped from the Brooklyn Bridge late Wednesday afternoon, but survived the plunge, police said.

VIDEO George Zimmerman busted in Florida for speeding

George Zimmerman was pulled over for speeding in Florida about 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, marking the second time since his controversial acquittal in the shooting death of unarmed black teen Trayvon Martin that his lead foot has been stopped by lights and sirens.

Vladimir Putin calls John Kerry liar on Syrian opposition ahead of G-20 summit

President Obama’s bid to punish the Syrian regime for gassing its own people got a big boost Wednesday when a Senate panel approved a resolution authorizing the President to use military force.

Killer of 16-month-old child still on the loose as boy's father stays quiet about potential suspects

The gunman who killed a 16-month-old boy in a botched gang hit remained on the run Wednesday after negotiations to arrange his surrender collapsed, police sources said.

Detective: DNA evidence was in its infancy in Fleming case

When Selena and her 9-year-old daughter were murdered in 1988, it was probably the second or third year the NYPD was utilizing DNA.But it wasn’t understood. It was super “Star Trek” stuff.

PHOTO EXCLUSIVE: Suri steps out with mom — and a cast

AND NOW THE WEATHER: Mayoral wannabe Anthony Weiner tests his hand at 'lifelong dream' of delivering the forecast

Mayoral wannabe Anthony Weiner fulfilled a “lifelong dream” Wednesday morning: he did the weather on television. The onetime front-runner — who now polls fourth in the Democratic primary for mayor -- went to the weather maps during an appearance on “Good Day New York” on WNYW-TV, Channel 5.

NBA star DeAndre Liggins accused of dropping Xbox 360 on girlfriend

Oklahoma City Thunder guard, DeAndre Liggins has been accused of beating his girlfriend and was released from jail on an $8,000 bail. According to The Oklahoman, Liggins supposedly punched Jasmine Horton, his girlfriend, and dropped a fan and an Xbox 360 on her head.

West struggles to cope with online recruitment for Syria jihad

Although the U.S. and its European allies support rebels fighting against Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, they consider some rebel groups to be dangerous terrorist organizations linked to al Qaeda.

Judge names community facilitator Nicholas Turner to aid in stop-and-frisk reforms

The court-appointed monitor who's supposed to oversee reforms of the NYPD's stop-and-frisk practices now officially has a sidekick.

EXCLUSIVE 'They’re still really shy': Subway kittens — who brought the Q and B line to a halt while warming the hearts of the city — given a loving home in Brooklyn

The feline pair — who brought the Q and B line to a halt last week — are being fostered by Steven Liu in his Bushwick duplex, where they share a room with two other kittens.

NOW GO DIE: Bronx scum sentenced to life for murdering 9-year-old and her mother — 25 YEARS after cold case cracked

The man responsible for strangling and sexually assaulting a 9-year-old girl and her mother in 1988 — leaving them naked and tied up in bed, facing each other — was finally sentenced Wednesday for the grisly crime.

REEFER MADNESS: Pro-pot group posts billboard in front of Denver Broncos' stadium asking NFL to allow players to use marijuana

One day before the season opener, a pro-marijuana group has erected a billboard in front of Sports Authority Field at Mile High urging the league to reconsider its rules barring players from smoking pot.

Homeless man given 15 years in prison after New York highway sex attack

A homeless man was sentenced to 15 years in prison Wednesday for a 2010 sex attack along the FDR Drive against an intoxicated 23-year-old woman.

WRECKAGE! Driver smashes into Staten Island cop car as officer rushes to help injured girl

A cop who was racing to help a pedestrian who was struck by a car was injured when a driver with a suspended license smashed into his cruiser, cops said.

Psychiatrist dead after patient stabs her 40 times in Italian health facility, cops say

Investigators in Italy say a patient stabbed his psychiatrist some 40 times, killing the woman during their appointment at a public health facility.

Mayoral hopeful Bill Thompson still struggling to define himself to voters

With the Democratic primary just days away, the former city Controller and 2009 mayoral candidate is still lacking in name recognition. Some political consultants think his low-key demeanor is causing him to 'get lost in the mix,' but Thompson says, 'I’m just not that concerned.'

Coach Patrick Mouratoglou adds sizzle to Serena Williams' game and life

At 31 years old and chasing history, she has overpowered everything on her court, ranked or unranked, finding health and peak performance behind a new coach who apparently doubles as a significant other.

Beau Biden returns to work as Delaware attorney general

Vice President Biden’s son Beau Biden returned to work Wednesday as Delaware attorney general, two weeks after undergoing an unspecified medical procedure at a Houston cancer center.

EXCLUSIVE: 'Satan' Terrence Howard choked and punched me, ex says

Assistant principal, after-school worker raped, groped students: report

An assistant principal at a Brooklyn high school raped a teen in his office in 2009, a probe has revealed. In addition, another administrator forced a young student to perform oral sex on him in 2011, according to a report.

SEE IT Two crooks rob teenager, 16, running boathouse concession stand in Central Park

The young victim was manning the food stand at the Loeb Boathouse when thieves — one them wielding a knife — emptied his pockets and swiped the concession stand's tip jar. Police released the surveillance video hoping someone will be able to identify one of the suspects.

Antiq Hennis' killer still on the lam as 1-year-old's father continues staying mum on potential suspects following NYPD's $25K offer for help leading to an arrest

The gunman who killed a 16-month-old boy in a botched gang hit remained on the run Wednesday after negotiations to arrange his surrender collapsed, police sources said.

A-WRIST-OCRAT: Samsung hopes $299 Galaxy 'smartwatch' is face of future

It's about time: Samsung Electronics took the wraps off the Galaxy Gear, a wrist-worn gadget that can be used for making calls, taking photos and other tasks. It'll be on sale in September for $299.

Ireland Baldwin: 'Modeling is much harder than I anticipated'

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.

YUCK! Suspect smells woman’s feet in one of two sex assaults in Bronx

A freak with a foot fetish is being hunted by cops for attacking two women in the Bronx, and sniffing the feet of one of them.

Mom breastfeeding son while riding moped sparks outrage

A mom in China has been busted breastfeeding her son as she rode a moped, police said. The 18-month-old boy was reportedly clinging on with his hands and lips as his mother weaved her way through busy traffic in Yuzhou, Henan Province.

Top Irish chef posts fake pic of him holding severed head of critic who gave him bad review

Oliver Dunne, who runs Cleaver East in Dublin, tweeted the snap where he appears to be grabbing Lucinda O'Sullivan's decapitated head Thursday.

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.

What is sociopathic disorder? Castro's mental state could have been studied to prevent rise of future predators

It was Ariel Castro's attorney's hopes that researchers studying his deemed sociopathic behavior would help prevent future predators like him - but what is sociopathic disorder?

LOCK MESS: South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley locks herself out of mansion — while wearing just a robe

She might live in a historic southern mansion, but South Carolina’s Gov. Nikki Haley wants people to know that inside, she’s really just an average mom.

Hamill: ‘Great guy’ Ray Garvey — athlete, cop, actor, funnyman — who lost his battle with cancer 3 years ago will be inducted into Brooklyn's Softball Hall of Fame

Ray Garvey started out as a Daily News paper handler in the early 1970s and then became a city sanitation worker and later a cop at the 71st. While still with the NYPD, he worked at Pips Comedy Club, which led to even bigger showbiz success.

Bad girl! Rosie goes topless in steamy photo shoot

French wine advocates demand that Apple not release ‘champagne’ iPhone

The Interprofessional Committee for Champagne Wine (CIVC) has made it clear it will wage war with Apple should the tech giant deem its new pale gold iPhone "champagne."

Arizona Sen. John McCain opposes Senate resolution on Syria

Sen. John McCain says he doesn’t support the latest Senate resolution to authorize military force against Syria. McCain is an outspoken advocate of intervention against Syrian President Bashar Assad’s regime and wants more than cruise missile strikes and other limited action.

Detroit mayor calls out Boston over comments

Detroit Mayor Dave Bing is blasting Boston's Thomas Menino for his explosive comment that the only way to fix the financial woes of the Michigan town is to "blow up the place and start all over." Bing says Menino should know better than to use an incendiary reference, considering Boston was the site of a deadly bombing in April.

Julian Assange named juror in Raindance Film Festival

Fugitive WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has been named as a juror in London's Raindance Film Festival, though he will have to watch the entries more than a mile from the venue, on a DVD player in his sanctuary in the Ecuadorean embassy.

Coward kidnap creep Ariel Castro hangs himself with prison bedsheet to dodge 1,000-year sentence in house of horrors case — but his lawyers suspect foul play

Ariel Castro, the brutal kidnapper who for a decade held three women captive as sex slaves in his Cleveland home, was found hanged in his prison cell Tuesday night, but his attorneys are questioning whether it was actually a suicide.

'SUPERLION HAS A LASER ON HIS HEAD': 5-year-old teams up with filmmaker dad to create adorable superhero movie trailer

With a little help from his father, Elliott Worley created and directed Super Lion, a trailer featuring a fierce and feisty hero whose lasers can pulverize both man and beast.

Swinging spouses! Clint dating ex-wife of Dina Eastwood's new beau: report

STABBING MAYHEM AT TEXAS HIGH SCHOOL: One student, 17, killed, others injured in fatal assault

Houston's Spring High School was placed on lock down just after 7 a.m. as officials were seen rushing two victims to an area hospital by a Life Flight medical helicopter, The Houston Chronicle reports.

Hillary Clinton gets Elton John foundation honor

Hillary Rodham Clinton’s support of gay rights has earned her a special honor from the Elton John AIDS Foundation. The former secretary of state will receive its first Founder’s Award. In a statement Wednesday, the foundation cited a 2011 speech in which Clinton asserted that gay rights were human rights for helping envision a world without AIDS.

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.

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.

SEA OF RED: Thousands of ginger-haired revelers assemble in the Netherlands to break world record

Cooper-haired attendees of the 2013 Redhead Days festival gathered in the Dutch city of Breda on Sept. 1, breaking the Guinness World Record for the most gingers people in one place.

FIFTY SHADES OF NAY-SAYING: Casting petition names Alexis Bledel, Matt Bomer as fan choices for film adaptation

More than 22,000 people would rather see "White Collar" star Matt Bomer and "Gilmore Girls" favorite Alexis Bledel play Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele when the movie gets down and dirty on screen next August.

Sultry Christina Aguilera flaunts her curves in Maxim

Americans, Japanese sleep less than other countries

A new survey on sleep habits around the globe finds that people in Japan and the U.S. get less sleep than those in other countries. Meanwhile, one-third of Brits sleep naked.

Democratic mayoral hopeful Bill de Blasio rockets to 43% support in new Quinnipiac poll, leading rivals by more than double

Public Advocate Bill de Blasio has skyrocketed to 43 percent in the latest mayoral race poll, an astonishing climb that puts him past the 40 percent threshold needed to avoid a runoff.

Pigeon feces blamed for Japanese electricity blackout

Pigeon poop is being blamed for causing blackouts and massive traffic jams in Japan. Drivers in Shiojiri and Matsumoto were left stuck in traffic after a buildup of droppings on an electricity substation's insulator short-circuited street signals.

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.

Publishing pioneer: Judith Daniels, first woman to serve as top editor of Life magazine, dies at 74 after battling stomach cancer

Daniels served in senior editing positions at The Village Voice, New York magazine, Time Inc. and Conde Naste during a career that spanned 35 years in New York.

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THE NFL IS HERE! We have 48 reasons to follow the road to Super Bowl XLVIII

From the Manning Bowl to the new-look Patriots, the Rex Ryan circus and Tom Coughlin's future with the Giants, the storylines abound this NFL season.

Yanks hold on, give White Sox the sweep treatment, 6-5

The last time the Yankees headed into a series with the Red Sox, they were on the fringes of the playoff chase. But since all those Fenway fireworks last month, they have charged into the wildcard hunt and they kept their post-season push going Wednesday night with a 6-5 victory over the White Sox.

Azarenka rolls to final four at U.S. Open

Thirty-year-old Daniela Hantuchova of Slovakia has been a professional tennis player for almost half of her life, and still was hoping she’d break new ground at Arthur Ashe Stadium Wednesday night, and make it to her first U.S. Open semifinal.

Mehta: Woody's clueless comments leave QB exposed

Woody Johnson spoke with appalling carelessness Wednesday morning that revealed just how much the Jets have distanced themselves from Mark Sanchez. The owner stood on the corner of 57th St. and Fifth Ave. and delivered a bizarre take on Rex Ryan’s ill-advised decision to put in Sanchez in the fourth quarter of the third preseason game less than two weeks ago.

MLB playoff schedule: Postseason begins Oct. 1

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WHEN ANIMALS GO WILD SAFARI STAMPEDE: Angry South African elephants nearly trample tourists as they watch from their Jeep — SEE THE VIDEO

The astonishing footage begins with the safari party stopping to watch a herd chewing on vegetation in South Africa's Kruger National Park.

ABSOLUTE NEIGH-HEM! 30 police horses escape and go on rampage in Mexico City, leaving devastating trail of destruction — SEE THE VIDEO

About 30 saddled horses brought in to help control a protest became spooked by the loud sound of car engines as they were being taken out of their trailers near Congress on Monday.

Sydney Leathers reveals results of $40K plastic surgery

Yoga studio under fire for 'ghetto' themed class

A Southern California studio is under fire after encouraging members to wear do-rags and roll their pant legs up for a “ghetto” themed yoga class.

Sicko tries to rip off woman's shirt after biting her arm in NY's Central Park

The assailant came up from behind the victim as she walked along the park’s East Drive about 9:30 p.m., police said Tuesday.

Charged with bribing GOP officials, former NYC mayoral hopeful Sen. Malcolm Smith argues voters aren’t entitled to honesty

Lawyers for state Sen. Malcolm Smith say ‘The public has no cognizable right to the honest services of private citizens who do not hold public office or employment,’ therefore there bribing party officials is not a crime.

Teachers unions slams NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo over ‘death penalty’ remark

Richard Iannuzzi and Randi Weingarten said the governor’s comments about failing schools ‘demonstrated disrespect’ to educators, parents and students.

NYPD evacuates Staten Island block after fake bomb find

The NYPD bomb squad evacuated residents from Cornell St. in Elm Park at 8:45 p.m. Monday after a laptop bag was found containing what appeared to be a clock, some wires and plastic bottles encased in shrink wrap.

FEMA extends time Sandy-affected New Yorkers can stay in hotels

The Federal Emergency Management Agency said Tuesday that officials have approved extending the Transitional Sheltering Assistance program by 15 days.

ROCK OF AGES: Egg-sized 118-carat diamond heads to Sotheby auction — and it could go for as much as $35 MILLION

A 118-carat diamond is expected to break auction records in October when Sotheby’s offers it up to deep-pocket bidders for an asking price of $28 million to $35 million.

BLAZE OF GLORY: Son of rock star Jon Bon Jovi wins a spot on Notre Dame's Fighting Irish football team

Jesse Bongiovi, oldest son of the Garden State megastar, is a walk-on cornerback for Notre Dame following success on the gridiron at Brooklyn’s Poly Prep.

Obama drums up support for Syria invasion

President Obama tried to rally international support Wednesday for a military strike against Syria — and then tried to blur the line on his infamous red line remark.

‘Hunchback’ King Richard III infected with roundworms: report

LONDON — Not only was Richard III one of England's most despised monarchs, but it now turns out the hunchback king was probably infected with parasitic worms that grew up to a foot in length. Researchers who dug up Richard III's skeleton underneath a parking lot in Leicester last year now report they discovered numerous roundworm eggs in the soil around his pelvis, where his intestines would have been.

Cop killer will continue to rot for 1978 murder of NYPD officer

The New York State Parole Board released its decision Wednesday, ensuring that 57-year-old Pablo Costello would stay in the Green Haven Correctional Facility in Dutchess County until at least Aug. 2015 for the murder of Officer David Guttenberg in 1978.

Egyptian doctor once close to bin Laden unites Al Qaeda-inspired militants on Sinai Peninsula

Ramzi Mawafi, 61, is bringing together multiple Al Qaeda-inspired militant groups in the Sinai to fight the country’s military, according to Egyptian intelligence and security officials.

Separation taking its toll on Catherine Zeta-Jones

'I wanted a place that felt very homey': Cameron Diaz gives a look inside her 2,400-square-foot West Village apartment

Cameron Diaz has invited world to take a look at her sprawling West Village apartment, with a glamorous spread of the space on full display in the October issue of Elle Décor magazine.

SURPRISE PLAY: A Nebraska high school football player gets the shock of his life — and a heartwarming reunion — when he realizes he knows the referee

Sgt. Javelle Crowder had just returned from her third tour in Afghanistan, this one being 10 months, when she decided to make a visit to the game in disguise. The moment was caught on tape.

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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.

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.

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Porn industry suffers second health scare as Rod Daily, boyfriend of infected actress Cameron Bay, announces he is HIV-positive

The porn industry has been rocked by a second HIV scare in as many weeks after an actor announced he tested positive for the virus.

'Please accept this substitute until you can afford your own': Cyclist avenges theft of his bike by stealing it back and leaving cardboard cutout in its place

The Toronto rider left a life-size cardboard cutout in the bike's place, and a letter where he said the papery substitute could be used until the bandit could afford to legitimately buy their own set of wheels.

Fan says Robin Thicke cheated on wife with her

'YOU CAN COME BY EVERY WEEK FOR A MEAL AND SOME PLAY TIME': College students in hot water after allegedly posting Craigslist ad looking for 'house MILF'

Sexed-up students are under fire for posting a Craigslist ad for a "house MILF." Cops have been called in to investigate after 10 seniors at the University of Vermont allegedly offered one lucky bored housewife the chance to cater for their every need.

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.

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.

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.

ROBBERY DOPE'S CRUCIAL MISTAKE: Wannabe thief messes with wrong liquor store clerk, a military vet, who quickly shows him who's boss — SEE THE VIDEO

Clerk Jon Lewis Alexander, 54, was working on Sunday at Beer 30 in Marionville, Mo., when the wannabe tough guy swaggered through the door, puffing a cigarette. A surveillance video shows the thief start to raise his pistol, but Alexander is quicker.

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CONFIDENTI@L: Name dropping for wedding riles the Cuomos

The little sister of Gov. Andrew Cuomo is furious at the New York Times for failing to mention their 81-year-old mother in wedding announcement.

Valerie Harper's decision to join 'DWTS' is heroic...

The beloved TV icon’s decision to join the cast of “Dancing With the Stars” as she battles her illness is nothing short of heroic.

.... BUT her illness may make her a sympathetic favorite

Valerie Harper — the much loved sitcom star suffering from inoperable brain cancer — is on “Dancing With the Stars.”Besides starting off her career as a professional dancer, her illness gives her an unfair advantage.

Ashley Risk Morrison quits ‘CBS MoneyWatch’ anchor job

She chose to quit her six-figure TV job, rather than face a commute from Hell. "CBS MoneyWatch" anchor Ashley Risk Morrison, the wife of disgraced former Channel 2 anchor Rob Morrison, abruptly resigned from her high profile TV job on Wednesday.

Margot Bingham sings a la 1920s on 'Boardwalk Empire'

Actress plays daughter of Valentin Narcisse who sings at Chalky White's Onyx Club.

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REVIEW ‘Everything Is Ours’

Look what the stork dragged in — a decade later.

'NewsHour' is eager to be weekend's latest thing

PBS expands its well-respected “Newshour” to weekends starting this Saturday and Sunday.

Scarlett Johansson off the market again

The actress is reportedly sporting an engagement ring from boyfriend Romain Dauriac.

NBA player successfully courts Nickelodeon star

Detroit Piston Andre Drummond used Twitter to woo “Sam and Cat” star Jennette McCurdy — and it worked.

REVIEW ‘Real Fear: More’

Nothing takes the scare out of scary movies more than deconstructing them into a real-life story.

'Babayaga' author Toby Barlow talks witches, Kafka, and the C.I.A.

Without the his nimble prose, "Babayaga" could easily have fallen into young adult mish-mash territory.

Perez Hilton tweets racy photos of Gaga

The feud between Lady Gaga and ex-best friend Perez Hilton must still be on.

Singing a la 1920s on 'Boardwalk Empire'

Margot Bingham plays daughter of Valentin Narcisse who sings at Chalky White's Onyx Club.

Liam Payne's fire ordeal

One Direction’s Liam Payne escaped unharmed from a fire at his home that severely injured a friend.

Gwen Stefani expecting third child?

The 43-year-old "No Doubt: singer is reportedly expecting with husband Gavin Rossdale.

Kim K poses for pre-baby edgy fashion shoot

Kim Kardashian really got in touch with her edgy side before becoming a mom.

CoverGirl teams up with NFL for 'fanicures'

Just in time for football, show some spirit with these team-inspired nails.

PHOTOS Cleveland kidnapper found dead in cell

With news of Ariel Castro's suicide, take a look back at the harrowing kidnapping case in Ohio.

The phone you wear on your wrist is here!

Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Gear, a gadget used for making calls, taking photos and other tasks.

Nicholson retiring from acting?

Gossip site says in disputed report that memory issues have driven 76-year-old star into retirement.

'Newsroom' returning

Looks like Will McAvoy and the “News Night” team will be on the air for another season.

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Indian men have the least sex: survey

When it comes to the sexcapades of men around the world, Croatians have the most partners in their lifetimes, Indians think their women are faking it, and British men and women are most likely to take a page from "50 Shades of Grey," according to a new survey.

Kerry the cover girl

The 'Scandal' star flawlessly covered latest issue of Glamour magazine and kept quiet about her personal life.

Boston Marathon bombing survivor Jeff Bauman inks book deal

Jeff Bauman, a man who lost both his legs in the Boston Marathon bombings, has inked a book deal about his experience of the attack. Bauman, 27, will release his book in April 2014 to commemorate the anniversary of the attack. The book, titled “Stronger,” is being published by Grand Central Publishing.

Chobani pulls yogurt over mold concerns

Chobani is pulling some of its Greek yogurt from supermarket shelves after hearing of “swelling or bloating” in cups. The company said it has investigated and found a type of mold commonly found in dairy that may be to blame.

EXCLUSIVE: Terrence Howard threatened suicide with X-Acto blade, court papers reveal

Oscar-nominated actor Terrence Howard allegedly threatened suicide with an X-Acto blade, threw his wife on a hardwood floor and called himself “Satan” during a marital meltdown in Toronto, new court paperwork obtained by the Daily News states.

The Mushroom Diet sprouts in Hollywood

Love mushrooms? The latest U.K. diet craze making waves in Hollywood is the Mushroom Diet, aka the M-Plan. The buzz: lose weight without losing your curves. Sound too good to be true?

REVIEW Lost Planet 3

In its third installment, the Capcom video game franchise has finally found its soul.

Surprise, surprise: Kate Upton named Model of the Year

Kate Upton has earned the prestigious title of Model of the Year and it isn't hard to see why. In addition to nabbing her second consecutive Sports Illustrated swimsuit cover, the 21-year-old also graced the covers of Brazilian and American Vogue as well as Elle.

‘The Walking Dead’ inspires college course

It's a dream that's now one step closer to reality: a generation of college graduates who majored in "The Walking Dead" with a minor in "Game of Thrones."

Valerie Harper, Leah Remini and Snooki among DWTS cast

The celebs were revealed for the "Dancing With the Stars" new season.

Prince releases new song featuring Dave Chappelle cover art

The artwork may have made people laugh, but Prince's new song is no joke. The mercurial superstar announced Tuesday that he's released "Breakfast Can Wait." It caused a stir when Prince released the cover art for the song – a photo of Dave Chappelle dressed as Prince – on YouTube.

Elton John: I was a monster before I had children

Fatherhood has left Sir Elton John a changed man. The singer was honored Monday at the Brit Icon Awards for his years of work and the 66-year-old made sure to pay tribute to his partner and their sons Zachary, 2, and Elijah, 9 months.

Thomas Pynchon's bizarre new 'Bleeding Edge' book trailer released

A trailer for the reclusive author's newest offering features a "Yupper" West Sider who calls himself "Sleazus" and wears a t-shirt that reads "Hi, I'm Tom Pynchon."

Jason Statham, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley relationship NOT on the rocks: source

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and action star Jason Statham are shooting down rumors that their three year relationship may be on the rocks.

50 SHADES OF BACKLASH: Irate fans fire back at casting of Charlie Hunnam, Dakota Johnson in ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ film

After the erotic trilogy's author E L James announced that actors Charlie Hunnam and Dakota Johnson were chosen to play the leads in the film adaptation, livid fans who've already role played with their favorite actors in mind lashed out at the production team via social media.

Cyrus wanted to 'make history' with raunchy VMA show

Miley Cyrus is the last voice to speak out about her Video Music Awards performance on August 29, and perhaps unsurprisingly - the 20-year-old singer doesn't see what the big fuss was all about.

ALL HAIL THE GREAT CROCODILE KILLERS: Amateur hunters snare two MASSIVE 700-pound alligators within hours of each other in Mississippi

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

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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.

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LeBron producing sitcom for Starz

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Prince releases new song — with Dave Chappelle cover

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Liam Gallagher's love child makes worldwide debut

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

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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

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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.

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EXCLUSIVE Biebs' Hamptons hotspot set to close

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

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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

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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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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

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Hecklers too much for Dave Chappelle

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PHOTOS Adam Levine strips on Instagram

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James Van Der Beek expecting baby No. 3

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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.

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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.

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Khloe posts somber selfie amid marriage woes with Lamar

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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

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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

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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.

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