Tuesday, September 17, 2013

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BLOODBATH IN CAPITAL: Dead D.C. gunman Aaron Alexis who took 12 lives — 8 of whom have been identified and range in age from 46 to 73 — was arrested in 2004 for 'anger-fueled' shooting

With Washington reeling from the shock, there were more questions than answers about why the 34-year-old gunman, who last lived in Ft. Worth, Tex. and was a petty officer 3rd class in the reserves from 2007 to 2011, went on the deadly rampage. read full story »

FEDS' HUGE HAUL: Judge allows seizure of $700M Fifth Ave. tower linked to Iran-aided terror groups

The Feds have the right to seize a 36-story midtown office tower worth an estimated $500 million to $700 million because its owners have used the building’s rent rolls to funnel money to Iran, a judge ruled Monday.

FIERY COVER-UP? Three bodies found by demolition crew in fire-damaged abandoned Bronx home

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi It was not immediately clear if the bodies were dumped there after the blaze was put out or if firefighters somehow didn’t see them while at the scene.

Middle school football player dies after severe allergic reaction to ant bites

Principal Lynda Ann De Leon told CBS-affiliate KZTV that "If in fact the coaches there knew that there was a problem with ants before… Then you know what? It should have been taken care of," Cameron Espinosa, 13, had a severe allergic reaction during a halftime huddle last Wednesday night.

Ariz. man accused of beating his girlfriend after she told him she was too sick to have sex

Jose Perez, 33, assaulted the woman in a home in the 500 block of South Olive after he arrived home around 7 a.m. intoxicated, police said. Jose Perez, 33, is accused of beating the woman shortly after 7 a.m. on Sunday after he arrived intoxicated, police said. The woman was diagnosed with fractures.

Muslim woman ordered to remove face veil as part of London court hearing

There is no unanimous decision on niqabs, or full-face veils, being worn in British courtrooms. The 22-year-old who argued it being against her religious beliefs to show her face in public was overruled by a judge at Blackfriars Crown Court .

Melissa's marital secret: I'm 'a lady, a cook and a puttana'

State Department didn't hold memorial for slain Ambassador Chris Stevens on first anniversary of his death

Employees who worked under Ambassador Christopher Stevens were dismayed that the State Department did not hold a formal memorial on Sept. 11, the one-year anniversary of his death. The State Department is scurrying to try and explain why the agency failed to hold a memorial service at D.C. headquarters for Chris Stevens on the first anniversary of the ambassador's death in Benghazi.

Hamill: Mayoral contender Bill de Blasio says Bill Bratton on short list to be police commissioner

NEW YORK - JUNE 14: Chairman, Altegrity Risk International; Former Commissioner, NYPD, & Chief, LAPD William J. Bratton attends the Wired business conference in partnership with MDC Partners at The Morgan Library & Museum on June 14, 2010 in New York City. (Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images for Conde Nast) Bratton first came to New York City from Boston in 1990 to run the New York City Transit Police Department, then independent of the NYPD.

Louisiana investigating how brain-eating amoeba got into water supplies, killing 4-year-old boy

Drake Smith Jr., 4, died Aug. 1 at Tulane Medical Center after an infection caused by Naegleria fowleri -- a brain eating amoeba found in the St. Bernard Parish water supply   The micro-organism Naegleria fowleri causes a fatal form of meningitis when inhaled. Its latest victim, a boy visiting St. Bernard’s Parish from Mississippi, died last month.

LONG WAY FROM HOME: NASA releases radio image of Voyager 1 traveling 11.5 billion miles from Earth

This artist rendering released by NASA shows NASA’s Voyager 1 spacecraft in space. The space agency announced Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013 that Voyager 1 has become the first spacecraft to enter interstellar space, or the space between stars, more than three decades after launching from Earth.  Launched in 1977, Voyager 1 is equipped with now-outdated technology, but continues to beam back signals from beyond our solar system that can be detected using radio telescopes.

PHOTOS Security teams swarm the nation's capital amid shooting at Washington Navy Yard — SEE THE DRAMATIC IMAGES

Several victims are dead and as many as 8 are injured after a gunman opened fire at the Washington Navy Yard in D.C. early on Sept. 16, 2013, police said.

Buddhism, bullets and '9/11 rage': How Queens kid Alexis became a cold-blooded killer

AARON ALEXIS - DECEASED The 34-year-old gunman responsible for the Washington Navy Yard shooting rampage that left 13 dead and dozens wounded was a former Navy reservist from New York City, authorities said Monday.

White House postpones Latin music event after horrific shooting at Washington Navy Yard

The White House decided late Monday to postpone the taping of a program celebrating Latin music, citing a morning shooting at the Washington Navy Yard that left at least 12 people dead.

Lawmakers take to Twitter to express their condolences following Washington Navy Yard shooting

Lawmakers from every corner of the U.S. and across both parties expressed their condolences and concerns following the mass shooting Monday in Washington, D.C., that left at least 12 people dead and several others wounded.

Washington Navy Yard, nation's oldest military installation, has rich history steeped in war and lore

Overhead view of the yard shows its border on the Anacostia River. The Washington Monument can be seen in the background. The Washington Navy Yard, at 65 square acres along the Anacostia River, is the country’s oldest and biggest military installation, dating to 1799.

Mass shootings in America: A history, 1999 through 2013

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Miley who? Liam spotted with Mexican actress in Sin City amid split

'You can have an extra drink tonight': Mike Bloomberg toasts NY school's success

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Cheers to us! Under relentless criticism from his would-be successors, Mayor Bloomberg took a victory lap Monday over the fact that 22 of the 25 top-ranked schools on new state tests are in the city.

At least 34 dead as Ingrid drenches Mexico

A stranded bus is seen as cars make their way through a flooded street in Acapulco September 15, 2013. Hurricane Ingrid and Tropical Storm Manuel brought heavy rains to Mexico's Gulf and Pacific coasts on Sunday, causing flooding and landslides that killed 17 people and forced some towns to cancel national Independence Day celebrations. REUTERS/Jacobo Garcia (MEXICO - Tags: DISASTER ENVIRONMENT) Ingrid weakened from a hurricane to a tropical depression as it drenched Mexico with heavy rain, killing at least 34 people, while Humberto regained tropical-storm strength in the central Atlantic. Ingrid, along with the remains of Pacific storm Manuel, may drop 10 to 15 inches of rain in some areas, with others receiving as much as 25 inches, according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center.

Former CIA director says terrorists love Gmail: 'I don't think you're going to see that in a Google commercial'

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Get glam as Miss America shares her beauty secrets

Here she is… and here’s what's in her makeup bag. It took moxie, poise and determination for Syracuse native Nina Davuluri to win the nation’s most-coveted tiara in the Miss America Pageant on Sunday — not to mention lots of beauty products.

Gonzalez: Bill Thompson concedes mayoral race for the Democratic good

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Bill Thompson did Monday what no politician in this town has done in decades — unite the Democratic Party in a New York City mayoral contest.

New York attorney general's office probing taxis on bias against disabled

EDITOR'S NOTE: NO SALES. EDITORIAL USE ONLY. The state attorney general’s office is investigating whether some yellow taxi fleets and cabbies are breaking the law by discriminating against the disabled.

see it! Detroit Star Wars fan builds son DIY pedal-powered 'Landspeeder'

The Force — of the Kettcar — is strong with this one! A Star Wars fan from Detroit built his son the hovercraft from the space opera's first-released film "A New Hope" for the boy's sixth birthday. And yes, it is fully operational.

Biden '16? Vice President Joe Biden sparks presidential speculation with visit to Iowa steak-fry

Biden made a rousing appearance Sunday night at Democratic Sen. Tom Harkin’s annual steak-fry fundraiser but kept his cards close to his chest when asked about his possible 2016 plans.

Sarah Palin's PAC sued over iconic 9/11 photo of firefighters at Ground Zero

The PAC overseen by former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin did take down the photo from their website. A New Jersey-based newspaper publisher is suing Palin and her political action committee for copyright infringement over the use of an iconic Sept. 11 photograph.

Politician Melinda Katz must testify about Curtis Sliwa's 'tainted' sperm

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi This is not the swearing-in Melinda Katz is looking forward to. Katz — the Democratic nominee for Queens borough president — has been subpoenaed to testify about boyfriend Curtis Sliwa’s “tainted” sperm, it was revealed Monday.

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'Today I am proud to stand next to a great New Yorker': Bill Thompson concedes to Bill de Blasio in NYC mayoral Democratic primary

Democratic Mayoral hopeful Bill Thompson concedes the election to Bill de Blasio on the steps of City Hall on Monday, Sept. 16, 2013. Governor Andrew Cuomo joined them.  Six days after the primary, Bill Thompson threw in the towel after a more thorough counting of the votes made clear that Bill de Blasio’s strong first-place lead wasn’t going to change.

Hurricane and tropical storm blamed for at least 12 more deaths in Mexico

TOPSHOTS Flooding and landslides unleashed by Hurricane Ingrid and Tropical Storm Manuel have claimed at least a dozen lives even before the weather systems had made landfall.

Nasdaq fixes hack-vulnerable website after Daily News exposes weak security

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi The stock exchange, one of America’s most important, had corrected vulnerabilities to its website as of Monday — after waiting two weeks to repair serious security flaws.

'Man Who Can't Catch AIDS' commits suicide at age 66 — 'He went through a tremendous amount of survivor guilt'

Steve Crohn in Secrets of the Dead-Mystery of the Black Death. As many of his friends died of AIDS, Stephen Crohn never became ill due to a genetic defect in his white blood cells. His sister confirmed that he took his own life last month.

Brooklyn pol William Boyland Jr. expected to plead guilty to federal corruption charges: feds

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Boyland was charged in a January 2012 indictment with soliciting bribes from undercover FBI agents, and later with fraudulently billing the state for mileage and per diem expenses.

STAY OFF THE POLE: Adderall-peddler gets 90 days for stripping while on probation

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Pauline Wiltshire was caught working as an exotic dancer under the name "Lexus" at the "Platinum Plus" strip joint in Lexington, Ky.

British politicians divided over plan to charge $4,800 deposits for tourists from 'high-risk' countries

Britain's Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg arrives for a Cabinet meeting at 10 Downing Street in London, on May 15, 2012. AFP PHOTO/BEN STANSALLBEN STANSALL/AFP/GettyImages Britain’s coalition government is split over a proposal to make foreign visitors pay a security deposit to come to the U.K., an idea that has spurred outrage in countries such as India and Nigeria.

SPIRITED AWAY: Miniature 2-foot-tall pony stolen from Italian horse show

Authorities expected the kidnappers to ask for a ransom for the tiny animal. Italian police are searching for the steed, named Charly, who vanished from the county's 47th annual National Horse Show in Città di Castello last week.

Being obese linked to more frequent migraines: study

Overweight couple walking According to new research conducted out of John Hopkins University School of Medicine, obese people are 81 percent more likely to suffer from episodic migraines compared to people of normal weight.

Twin Cities Catholic leader courts controversy claiming Satan to blame for gay marriage, condoms

Twin Cities Archbishop John Nienstedt stirred controversy with his remarks in August that condoms, gay marriage and abortion are caused by the devil. Archbishop John Nienstedt, of Minneapolis-St. Paul, goes as far as to name Satan as the source of the redefinition of marriage in a speech gaining attention after it was uploaded to YouTube last week.

EXCLUSIVE Lovett: Governor Cuomo's investigation of Albany politics a threat to his agenda

Members of the New York Assembly meet at the Capitol in Albany, N.Y., on Friday, June 21, 2013 for the final day of the legislative session. (AP Photo/Tim Roske) Gov. Cuomo’s commission to investigate state government corruption threatens to torpedo his 2014 election-year agenda, legislative insiders warn. “There’s a lot of anger among the lawmakers and they’re ready to push back," said one legislative official.

Washington dad sentenced for half-naked, meth-fueled thrill ride with daughters, ages 6 and 4, in back seat

Jonathan Harty appears fully clothed for sentencing in front of a Washington judge, nearly five months after he put on a set of fake breasts and took his young daughters on a meth-crazed thrill ride down a Seattle highway. Jonathan Harty was living a meth-addict’s fever dream when he careened at 100 mph down a Seattle highway with his two daughters in the back seat.

Japan shuts down only operating nuclear reactor for maintenance as Fukushima crisis worsens

---EDITORS NOTE---HANDOUT RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - MANDATORY CREDIT "AFP PHOTO / TEPCO" - NO MARKETING NO ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS - DISTRIBUTED AS A SERVICE TO CLIENTS Japan once again has become without atomic energy as its only operating nuclear reactor went offline Sunday for refueling and maintenance.

Pennsylvania middle school wins seats for auditorium from Tribeca Cinemas on eBay

Starting Saturday, March 21, the Coney Island Aquarium will host 'Planet Earth: A 4-D Experience', a new exhibit featuring 3-D footage of aquatic mammals, and tactile stimuli that will provide audiences with the feeling of being almost completely immersed in the exhibit. The attraction features theater seats implanted with various prods, water jets, ticklers, and vibration plates that stimulate the audience in sequence with events occurring within the film footage. A middle school auditorium in northeastern Pennsylvania now boasts seats from a notable New York City movie theater.

Jennifer Garner strikes back at pesky photog

Lupica: Shooting near Times Square gives more ammo to NYPD critics

Police chase and apprehend man running past the Port Authority causing a disturbance. Two bystanders were accidentally shot in the melee. The suspect wears a green shirt and is shown running away from police and slamming a police officer into a car before he is caught. When cops opened fire on Glenn Broadnax and hit two bystanders on Eighth Ave and 42nd Saturday night, they put the NYPD into the crosshairs of its critics.

video Long Island train agency releases new video showing train pulverizing car to warn drivers to wait at the gate

A Belmont Park bound train leaves Penn Station as the Metropolitan Transportation Authority Long Island Railroad announces the restoration of train service to Belmont Park beginning today for the rest of the thoroughbred-racing season in a press conference at Penn Station. The LIRR has launched a scared-straight campaign to reduce a stunning increase in collisions and deaths caused by drivers ignoring railroad gates.

Brad Pitt trades in his long locks for sleeker 'do

Suspect who brutally beat a NYC tourist with a tire iron may have gone AWOL

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi One of the three men about to go on trial for brutalizing a tourist with a tire iron in Greenwich Village in January has gone AWOL — and authorities think he’s trying to skip out.

EXCLUSIVE Republican Michael Garcia not running against incumbent Eric Schneiderman for N.Y. attorney general

(L-R) Michael Garcia, US Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and Rose Gill Hearn, Commissioner of the New York City Department of Investigation, announcing indictment charges against Efrain Gonzalez, a New York State Senator from the Bronx, during a press conference held at US Attorney's Office building at St. Andrew's Plaza in Manhattan, New York, on December 13, 2006. The former U.S. attorney who took down Eliot Spitzer in a prostitution scandal has decided not to run for state attorney general next year, a source said.

STUDENT MONITORING: Cyberbullying leads Los Angeles-area school district to spy on students’ Facebook, Twitter

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Mayoral election returns reveal that Bill Thompson's big endorsements didn't translate to votes

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Bill Thompson had the backers, but he didn’t have the voters. The only African-American in the mayoral race was endorsed by some of the city's most prominent black leaders, including Harlem Rep. Charles Rangel and ex-Mayor David Dinkins.
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2013 Frankfurt Auto Show: Hottest cars and concepts on the floor

It's the world's largest auto show and that means that automakers from all around the world are bringing their best, brightest models to the floor. Check out this Audi Nanuk Quattro Concept, complete with gull-wing doors. The world's largest automotive show has kicked off, and the world's top automakers are rushing to show off their hottest concepts and production cars.
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Myers' blast helps Rays top Rangers

Rookie Wil Myers homered and had three RBIs, Alex Cobb pitched eight solid innings, and the Tampa Bay Rays took the lead for the first AL wild-card spot by beating the Texas Rangers 6-2 on Monday night.

Madden: Yanks catch break as AL Card chase full of jokers

You might think after a horrific weekend sweep in Fenway — in which their three top starters, Hiroki Kuroda, CC Sabathia and Ivan Nova, were strafed for a combined 7.87 ERA with 23 hits and 14 earned runs in 16 innings, and three more regulars, Brett Gardner, Alfonso Soriano and Alex Rodriguez, went down with injuries — the Yankees have finally met their maker as far as this season is concerned.

Myers: No beast in NFC East

Redskins QB Robert Griffin III looks rusty coming back from knee injury. Then again, nobody in NFC East looks any good in what used to be football’s premier division. AP The disappointment of another loss in the Manning Bowl was evident on Eli’s face after his four-interception meltdown against the Broncos, but it’s never too early to be scoreboard-watching and he managed to find some good news.

Harvey gets second opinion on elbow from Dr. Andrews

The Mets' starting pitcher Matt Harvey looks up at the scoreboard after getting out of trouble in the 1st inning. The NY Mets hosted the Detroit Tigers at Citi Field. Flushing, NY 8/24/13 (Photo by Tim Farrell) As expected, Matt Harvey met with Dr. James Andrews Monday morning for his official second opinion and returned to New York without announcing a decision on how he will proceed with the partially torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow.
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'Big Brother' star reveals 2-month-old daughter has cancer

EXCLUSIVE: Nasdaq hacker risk exposed! Security expert says stock exchange is wide open to attackers who could steal data and wreak havoc on prices after he breaches site in JUST 10 MINUTES

One of America’s most important stock exchanges is vulnerable to computer hackers who have the potential to gain full access to its website, the Daily News has learned.

CAREFUL CROSSING THAT BRIDGE: Of 607,380 U.S. bridges, 65,605 were classified as ‘structurally deficient’ and 20,808 as ‘fracture critical,’ according to new analysis

Motorists coming off the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge into Washington are treated to a postcard-perfect view of the U.S. Capitol. The bridge itself, however, is about as ugly as it gets: The steel underpinnings have thinned since the structure was built in 1950, and the span is pocked with rust and crumbling concrete.

'QUITE POSSIBLE HE WAS SEEKING ASSISTANCE': Charlotte police shoot, kill unarmed ex-Florida A&M player who was running toward officer after car accident

Officer Randall Kerrick (right) reacted by firing his weapon with "excessive" and "unlawful" force, officials from the North Carolina's Charlotte-Mecklenburg police department believe, killing former Florida A&M University football player Jonathan A. Ferrell (left), who recently moved to the area.

BREWS AND VIEWS: New beer garden atop Harlem sewage treatment plant is funky scene

Coming soon to Riverbank State Park – a beer with a view. The Riverbank Grill, located in the state-run greenspace above the North River Wastewater Treatment Plant, will offer more than 30 types of local and international beers on tap and in bottles.

More colleges provide options for kids with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder

ADVANCE FOR USE SUNDAY, SEPT. 15, 2013 AND THEREAFTER; SEPT. 5, 2013 PHOTO Students with learning disabilities who would once have languished at home, or in menial jobs, or struggled unsuccessfully in college, are finding a new range of options for support services to help.

Immigrants qualify for Obamacare once they become permanent residents

The National Park Service and The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation conduct a media tour of Statue of Liberty National Monument to discuss the damage created at the site by Hurricane Sandy, the restoration work completed since the storm and a discussion of next steps going forward. (Bryan Smith/for New York Daily News) Q: My wife and I will soon get our green cards. Will we qualify for Obamacare?

Eliot Spitzer to pay about $45,000 for plastering New York with illegal posters

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Eliot Spitzer's ill-fated campaign for city controller was hit with 228 penalties for illegal placards, leading the way among all city candidates.

TWINNING: Kim Zolciak shows off growing baby bump

Lamar, battling drug rumors, is content to live apart from Khloe

‘HE WANTED TO DIE’: Crazed man who taunted cops near Times Square had a death wish and admits he was off his meds, smoking pot and hearing voices

The deranged, unarmed man whose wild antics Saturday night led cops to open fire near Times Square, wounding two bystanders with stray bullets, had a death wish, a police source said Sunday.

Baby blaze! Brooklyn firefighters help deliver child

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi A trio of fast-acting firefighters delivered a baby girl in Brooklyn on Sunday.

EXCLUSIVE 'The bigots had to retreat to the closet': Gay NYPD cops seeking to honor hero sergeant who came out of the closet during City Council testimony

Sgt. Charles Cochrane stunned the establishment in 1981 when he testified in support of New York City's gay rights bill.

EXCLUSIVE Donohue: Livery car drivers can't afford upgrade costs

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi If this election is going to be “A Tale of Two Cities,” as Democratic hopeful Bill de Blasio intends, then the discussion should include a stop at 125th St. and Park Ave., and involve hard working guys like livery driver Mhetar Lowe, an immigrant who came for the American dream 26 years ago.
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New gal for Russell Brand: Comedian is dating Hugh Grant ex Jemima Khan

WORLD-CLASS PARTY GUY! This New Yorker goes global on partying, with a year of weekends at the planet's most exhilarating bashes

Jon Levy has spent the past year jet-setting to the best parties in the world — but he still has to be in the office on Monday morning.

Call it the Peyton Bowl: Older brother beats Eli again, Broncos rout Giants

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Well, at least Eli Manning has more Super Bowl rings. Because he’s certainly not any closer to beating his big brother in anything else.

Obama says Syria chemical weapon debate is diplomacy lesson for Iran, who claims their nuclear stock is for peaceful purposes

IMAGE FROM SEPT. 13, 2013 VIDEO. TELEVISION OUT President Barack Obama says Iran shouldn’t assume that his preference for diplomacy means the U.S. won’t strike Tehran.

Raymond Kelly unlikely to stay NYPD commissioner

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi The next mayor's biggest decision will be selecting the city's top cop - and the outcome could shake up a department that has borne the indelible imprint of one man, Raymond Kelly, for the past 12 years.
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CONFIDENTI@L: Mizrahi's latest proves a tough fit on holiday

Isaac Mizrahi’s designs have ruffled some feathers with his live TV sales pitch during the Yom Kippur holiday. The popular Jewish designer now has the city’s Jewish community in an uproar for working and tweeting on Yom Kippur.

DWTS Season 17 premiere: 'Glee's Amber Riley has moves, Valerie Harper has the inspiration

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THEATER REVIEW ‘Women or Nothing’

Hallie Feiffer (l.) and Susan Pourfar are a couple looking at drastic measures to have a child in ‘Women or Nothing.’ Ethan Coen's play is a great-looking, old-fashioned sex comedy that’s built for laughs but not for scrutiny.

REVIEW 'Dads' is unfunny

DADS: David (Peter Riegert, L) and Crawford (Martin Mull, R) face off against their sons in the "Heckuva Job, Brownie" episode of DADS airing Tuesday, Sept. 24 (8:00-8:30 PM ET/PT) on FOX. ©2013 Fox Broadcasting Co. Cr: Jennifer Clasen/FOX Seth MacFarlane’s new Fox sitcom doesn’t need to be less offensive. It needs to be funnier.

REVIEWS Elvis Costello and The Roots, 'Wise Up Ghost,' Avicii, 'True'

Elvis Costello and Questlove from the Roots collaborated on “Wise Up Ghost.” Elvis Costello plays well with others.

REVIEW 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' is hilarious

BROOKLYN NINE-NINE: Captain Ray Holt (Andre Braugher, R) leads detectives Jake Peralta (Andy Samberg, C) and Amy Santiago (Melissa Fumero, L) on a police stake-out in the all-new "Pilot" series premiere episode of BROOKLYN NINE-NINE airing Tuesday, Sept. 17 (8:30-9:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. ©2013 Fox Broadcasting Co. Cr: Beth Dubber/FOX Just the facts, Ma’am: “The show is the funniest and most satisfying new broadcast sitcom of the season.

breaking photos Shooting at Washington Navy Yard

Police respond to the report of a shooting at the Navy Yard in Washington, DC, September 16, 2013. Several are dead after a gunman opened fire.

Mass shootings are central to American history

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photos Costa Concordia lifted from Italian reef

Salvage crew workers are seen in front of the capsized cruise liner Costa Concordia after the start of the "parbuckling" operation outside Giglio harbour September 16, 2013.  The cruise chip is being raised off Tuscan reef where it has been stuck since Jan. 2012.

Britney Spears new single ‘Work B**ch’ leaks

Britney Spears’ latest single ‘Work B**ch’ was slated for a Monday release, but leaked online Sunday prompting her team to release it a day early. Spears' team is dealing with a mole who leaked the singer's latest tune.

White House postpones Latin music event after Washington Navy Yard shooting

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Miley Cyrus says 'I'm an adult, and I'm acting like a kid'

Miley Cyrus doesn’t address her relationship with Liam Hemsworth but does say: ‘I definitely don’t have time to deal with a wedding right now.’ Miley Cyrus looks stunning in the October issue of Harper's Bazaar.

James Gandolfini, Cory Monteith to be honored at Emmys

‘Sopranos’ star James Gandolfini and ‘Glee’s’ Cory Monteith, whose sudden deaths shocked the television industry this year, will receive a special tribute at the Emmys. The telecast will single out five beloved members of the TV community

photos Nina Davuluri wins Miss America 2014

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ - SEPTEMBER 15: Miss America 2014 contestant Miss New York Nina Davuluri wins the 2014 Miss America Competition at Boardwalk Hall Arena on September 15, 2013 in Atlantic City, New Jersey. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images) Davuluri is the first Miss America of Indian descent.

'The Walking Dead' spinoff series greenlit by AMC

Can’t get enough zombies? AMC is unearthing a companion series to the ‘The Walking Dead.’ There’s plenty more life left in the “The Walking Dead” franchise.

PHOTOS Little Italy through the years

Carol Bartone, the 1965 Queen of the San Gennaro Festival, is joined by Queens District Attorney Frank D. O'Connor, Judge Mario Procaccino and Council President Paul Screvane. With the San Gennaro festival in full swing, take a look back at the Italian enclave.

Beauty banter: What's in Sophia Bush's purse?

WESTWOOD, CA - AUGUST 10: Actress Sophia Bush attends the 1st Annual Founders Party for the Invisible Children's 4th Estate Leadership Summit at Royce Hall, UCLA on August 10, 2013 in Westwood, California. (Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images) Makeup and skincare tips from the 'One Tree Hill' actress.

Bob Newhart receives first Emmy Award

09151313992, 10102165, One of TV's most enduring stars wept as he finally captured his first Emmy Award.

REVIEW 'Prison Architect' an unfinished game better most

Prison Architect Alpha 13 Still in alpha, it's a brilliant game that gives players complete freedom in the creation and management of prison full of dangerous convicts.

'Big Brother' star reveals 2-month-old daughter has cancer

Britney Haynes pictured here with husband Ryan Godwin. Haynes revealed that their 2-month-old daughter has been diagnosed with cancer. The reality TV star shared the heartbreaking news about daughter, Tilly.

Elisabeth Hasselbeck brings a new 'View' to 'Fox & Friends'

Elisabeth Hasselbeck in a press still for "Fox & Friends." Hasselbeck says she’ll take a team sport every time.

Cecily Strong tapped as SNL ‘Weekend Update’ anchor

For editorial use only. Additional clearance required for commercial or promotional use. Contact your local office for assistance. Any commercial or promotional use of NBCUniversal content requires NBCUniversal?s prior written consent. Strong, who joined the show last year, will join Seth Myers at the anchor desk on the season premiere.

Bieb-who? Selena Gomez romancing British boybander

Come and get it indeed: Selena Gomez has apparently snagged another teen heartthrob. This time, the singer is said to be dating George Shelley of Union J. Selena Gomez has apparently moved on from her tryst with Bieber.

'Today' show introduces new set, Orange Room

For editorial use only. Additional clearance required for commercial or promotional use. Contact your local office for assistance. Any commercial or promotional use of NBCUniversal content requires NBCUniversal's prior written consent. 'Today' spent much of Monday's show taking its own selfie.

Fairytale gowns at London Fashion Week

Models present princess-like gowns at the Temperley Spring/Summer 2014 show on Sunday. There was something for everyone at London Fashion Week on Sunday.

Al Sharpton, Joe Lhota to meet Tuesday

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi GOP mayoral nominee Joe Lhota and the Rev. Al Sharpton will discuss the race for City Hall at a private talk at National Action Network Headquarters Tuesday evening.

Elton John: Miley Cyrus is a ‘meltdown waiting to happen’

Miley Cyrus is ‘headed for a meltdown,’ according to Sir Elton John. The legendary singer says Miley is doomed for self-destruction.

photos Red Sox shower Mariano Rivera with retirement gifts

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Teams present the Yankee closer with some unique gifts during his farewell season.

'Inside Seka' delves into the porn superstar's kinky off-camera episodes

inside Seka book cover She dated the likes of Sam Kinison, Matt Dillon and pitching coach Billy Connors.

Kate Middleton cousin does racy burlesque routine at gay club

Kanye West is searching for inspiration, and he came to New York to find it.

Cashmere industry fading in Kashmir

Pakistani weaver Hidayat Ullah works at a manual loom to make a shawl. The craft risks dying out in the face of cheap foreign imports.

Actor Billy Connolly battles prostate cancer, Parkinson's

Scottish actor Billy Connolly announced on his website that he has undergone surgery for prostate cancer and is showing early signs of Parkinson's disease. The 70-year-old Scottish comic actor has a serious fight on his hands.

McDonald's tests mobile ordering app

McDonald's is testing a new smartphone app that enables mobile ordering and payment. The app will make fast food even faster by allowing electronic ordering.

SEE IT Chrissy Teigen shows off Vera Wang wedding gown

Chrissy Teigen’s Vera Wang wedding dress was one of three frocks by the designer that she wore that day. Chrissy Teigen is a beautiful bride all dressed in white.

Holy Bieber, Batman! Justin sparks rumors he could play Robin

Justin Bieber sparked a frenzy of casting rumors when he posted a photo with the script.

Zoe Saldana hides ring finger amid wedding rumors

Zoe Saldana made her first public appearance since secret wedding news broke at the grand opening party of Longchamp Regent Streetat Longchamp in London, England Saturday. Her left hand was hidden. Zoe Saldana is keeping her love under wraps.

'Boardwalk Empire' Recap: Here comes trouble for Nucky & Chalky

BOARDWALK EMPIRE episode 38 (season 4, episode 2): Jeffrey Wright, Jo Armeniox. photo: Macall B. Polay Meet the latest villain on HBO's period gangster drama.

'Breaking Bad' recap: Death and major revelations shake up Walt's world

Walter White (Bryan Cranston) - Breaking Bad _ Season 5, Episode 14 - Photo Credit: Ursula Coyote/AMC The f-word was the least lethal assault on senses in the whole 64 minutes.

What NOT to wear on marathon day

For running, keep your look put together with clothes that fit, hair under control, and a proper sports bra. How to avoid committing one of these fashion atrocities on your big race day.

'Insidious: Chapter 2' tops 'The Family,' 'The Butler'

M 413 Michelle Pfeiffer and Robert DeNiro star in Relativity Media's "THE FAMILY". " © 2012 EuropaCorp. TF1 Films Production. Grive Productions. All Rights Reserved. Photo Credit: Jessica Forde Moviegoers had an appetite for fright this weekend.

Adriana Lima still stunning as elder lingerie model

NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 25: Model Adriana Lima attends the IWC Flagship Boutique New York City Grand Opening at IWC Boutique on April 25, 2012 in New York City. (Photo by Fernando Leon/Getty Images for IWC) Brazilian bombshell heading into 13th year on Victoria's Secret roster.

It's another ring for LeBron! NBA star marries gal pal

(FILE PHOTO) LeBron James married Savannah Brinson at the posh Grand Del Mar Hotel in San Diego.

Aniston, Theroux attend premiere of ‘Life of Crime’

Justin Theroux was on hand to support his fiance Jennifer Aniston while she promoted her new film ‘Life of Crime’ at the Toronto International Film Festival. Jennifer Aniston looked radiant in a sky blue gown while promoting her new film.

Miley unfollows fiance on Twitter amid breakup rumors

Cyrus has stopped following her Liam Hemsworth, on Twitter.

'90210' star Tristan 'Mack' Wilds on his NYC 'Love Story'

Tristan Wilds, the clean-cut actor who has starred in a pair of popular TV series and made a splash on the big screen, is no more. But Mack Wilds, an emerging R&B singer and rapper is alive and ready for his big music breakthrough.

PHOTOS Oh, Brother! Peyton gets best of Eli in NY Giants loss to Broncos

New York Giants fans tailgate before the game against the Denver Broncos at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, September 15, 2013 (Andrew Theodorakis/New York Daily News). Peyton Manning threw for less yards and lead his team to a 41-23 win.

Christina Milian on engagement rumors: 'We're definitely looking into the future'

07161314275, 21334631, She reportedly got engaged to her longtime boyfriend Jas Prince in April.

Justin Bieber, Lil Wayne escort Mayweather into ring

Floyd Mayweather Jr. walks into the arena with Lil' Wayne (l.) rapping for him and Justin Bieber (r.) giving him support. Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s bromance with Lil' Wayne and Justin Bieber was on full display.

‘12 Years a Slave’ wins top prize at Toronto festival

(FSC:GK) "12 Years a Slave," based on an 1853 memoir of a free black man sold into slavery, won the top prize at the Toronto International Film Festival on Sunday.

Jennifer Aniston, Justin Theroux attend Toronto Premiere of ‘Life of Crime’

Justin Theroux was on hand to support his fiance Jennifer Aniston while she promoted her new film ‘Life of Crime’ at the Toronto International Film Festival. Jennifer Aniston looked radiant in a sky blue gown.

Scientist create 'Terminator' polymer

The T-1000 killer robot could mend itself following a shotgun blast to the head, similar to the new ‘Terminator’ polymer, scientists say. The rubbery substance can heal itself without heat, light or any other outside forces.

Diddy loses $1 million to rapper Rick Ross shooting dice

Diddy made rapper Rick Ross $1 million richer after a bad craps game. For a media mogul like Diddy, money really ain't a thing. The rapper turned entrepreneur spent Saturday night in the recording studio with rapper Rick Ross, and in addition to making music the pair decided to have some fun with an apparent game of craps.

Selena Gomez dating Union J band member

Come and get it indeed: Selena Gomez has apparently snagged another teen heartthrob. This time, the singer is said to be dating George Shelley of Union J. Come and get it boys. Selena Gomez has apparently moved on from her two-year tryst with troublesome pop star Justin Bieber.

PHOTOS Babe behind bars!

Is this prison's most beautiful lineup?

John Legend marries model Chrissy Teigen

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 10: John Legend (L) and Chrissy Teigen pose backstage at the Badgley Mischka fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014 at The Theatre at Lincoln Center on September 10, 2013 in New York City. (Photo by Chelsea Lauren/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014) What a legendary day for the new Mr. and Mrs. Legend! Singer John Legend married longtime model girlfriend Chrissy Teigen in an intimate wedding ceremony Saturday in Lake Como, Italy, Us Weekly confirmed.

Condola Rashad talks ‘falling in love’ with Orlando Bloom on Broadway

The rising star, whose parents are actress Phylicia Rashad and football great Ahmad Rashad, says doing Shakespeare was on her 'dream list.' The 26-year-old had her breakout role in 2009's 'Ruined.'

Isaiah Washington after using anti-gay slur: 'Everything just fell apart'

Actor Isaiah Washington and T.R. Knight on GREY'S ANATOMY The former “Grey's Anatomy” star is looking for a second chance.

Jack Ellsworth, Long Island radio vet, dies

Jack Ellsworth, a World War II veteran and former radio station owner who played big-band music over the Long Island airwaves for more than half a century, died Thursday. He was 91. Jack Ellsworth, who lovingly played popular standards on Long Island radio for decades after others said their time had passed, died Thursday at Brookhaven Memorial Medical Center of renal failure. He was 91.

PHOTOS Bags under $100

Fall fashion finds: Bags under $100. Looking for a great fall handbag find? Check out these top looks for less than $100.

photos A FACE ONLY A MOTHER COULD LOVE: Blobfish officially named 'Ugliest Animal' — and doesn't look too happy over it

Blobfish named 'Ugliest Animal' The strange-looking deep sea creature topped the list of ugliest living things in the Animal Kingdom.

James Franco cover of 'As I Lay Dying' sparks controversy

A new cover of the William Faulkner book had many literary critics expressing exasperation with the author.

PHOTOS The highs and lows of NY Fashion Week Spring 2014

It's the end of the runway for New York Fashion Week. Check out the highlights from the most fashionable event in the city.

PHOTOS Alicia Keys sizzles in orange

@therealswizzz via Instagram "Yeah baby #BondGirlFlow:)" Swiss Beatz tweets bikini photo of Alicia Keys in Brazil on Sept. 11 Since celebrities have no problem oversharing their luxurious lives on Twitter, you can live vicariously through them.

Sara Gilbert: I realized I was gay while dating 'Roseanne' star

Secret week on CBS' "The Talk" continues. One day after Julie Chen dropped the shocking news that she underwent plastic surgery to enlarge her "Asian eyes" due to workplace racism, co-host Sara Gilbert dished on something she's been bottling up for some time.

PHOTOS Fire destroys Seaside Park boarkwalk

Firefighters battle a blaze in a building on the Seaside Park boardwalk on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013, in Seaside Park, N.J. The fire began in a frozen custard stand on the Seaside Park section of the boardwalk and quickly spread north into neighboring Seasi Not even a year after Hurricane Sandy wreaked havoc along the Jersey Shore, disaster struck again.

Grant Gustin cast as The Flash in ‘Arrow’

Here's a Flash fact: there's a new super hero in town. Warner Bros. television announced actor Grant Gustin will play police forensic scientist Barry Allen - better known to millions of comic geeks as The Flash - on the popular WB series, "Arrow."

'Breaking Bad' props for sale in Albuquerque

Walter White (Bryan Cranston), pictured in episode 1 of season 5 of the hit AMC show. Some props furnished to the show by Goodwill will be on sale Saturday. Fans of "Breaking Bad" who want their fix of memorabilia from the television drama ...

‘The Talk’ host reveals tragedy about secret twin

MANDATORY CREDIT; NO ARCHIVE; NO SALES; FOR NORTH AMERICAN USE ONLY Sheryl Underwood emotionally shared something difficult from her childhood.

Vin Diesel: 'Fast & Furious 7' filming has begun

FILM PUBLICITY STILL RELEASED BY UNIVERSAL PICTURES, NO SALES. AP provides access to this publicly distributed HANDOUT photo to be used only to illustrate news reporting or commentary on the facts or events depicted in this image. He posted a closeup his character Dominic Toretto’s signature cross with the caption, “Seven... Has begun...”

AS TIME GOES BY: Stunning time-lapse video by New York artist shows young girl aging into elderly woman in minutes

Anthony Cerniello managed to capture the imperceptible passing of time in a video that illustrates the aging process.

PHOTOS The most stunning pics of the day from around the world

See the most striking news photos from across the globe ...

Nas turns 40 in style

BESTPIX Rapper's star-studded birthday bash included Mariah Carey, Jermaine Dupri and Olivia Munn on the guest list.

Dad fed up with daughter's Daisy Dukes dons OWN pair of short shorts

Scott Mackintosh, from Utah, hacked up some old jeans to create a 'revealing pair' of skin-tight cut-offs which he then wore on a family night out. It was all to prove to teen Myley that the tiny garms she refused to swap for something more appropriate 'weren't as cute as she thinks.'

PHOTOS Actors who starred in horror movies

For usage credit please use; ©Paramount/Courtesy Everett Collection They might be superstars now - but that doesn't mean they didn't have to start somewhere.

'Raising McCain' vows change

Meghan McCain’s new show, ‘Raising McCain,’ starts Saturday on Pivot. Meghan McCain, the daughter of Sen. John McCain, is host of her own all-new cable talk show.

‘Clueless’ party house goes on the market

The ranch-style home that hosted the raging party in "Clueless" has hit the market for $825,000.

Britney hits new low for single cover

She's back and flaunting her famed assets in the cover art for her new single, "Work B**ch."

Marc Jacobs yanks 'neo-Nazi' shirt

Nordstrom.com has stopped selling this Marc by Marc Jacobs shirt that looks like the cover of a neo-Nazi band’s album art. The shirt featured a combat boot print bearing a striking resemblance to cover of a neo-Nazi band's album.

'Blurred Lines' banned

Framegrabs from the video for Robin Thicke's " Blurred Lines " via YouTube. University of Edinburgh's Student Association didn't see anything hazy about banning Robin Thicke's hit.

Julianne Moore joins 'Hunger Games' cast

NO TABLOIDS The four-time Academy Award nominee signed on for "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 1 and 2."

Famed publicist Patti Webster dies at 49

AP PROVIDES ACCESS TO THIS PUBLICLY DISTRIBUTED HANDOUT PHOTO PROVIDED BY W&W PUBLIC RELATIONS, INC. FOR EDITORIAL PURPOSES ONLY. The longtime publicist represented stars like Usher, Janet Jackson, Chris Paul and Alicia Keys.

'Grudge Match' trailer: Rocky vs. Raging Bull

Sylvester Stallone and Robert De Niron star in 'Grudge Match.’ Robert De Niro is pitted against Sylvester Stallone in the upcoming comedy.

ULTIMATE FALL GUIDE 2013 Music to 'Fall' for

Lady Gaga, Justin Timberlake and Pearl Jam expected to release new tunes this season —check out our list.

'Downton Abbey' to feature Virginia Woolf

Virginia Woolf (George C. Beresford/Hulton Archive); Christina Carty in in 'Belonging to Laura' Literature lovers will spot a familiar face in season 4. Christina Carty is set to play the famed author.

David Tutera, ex separate twins in custody battle

BEVERLY HILLS, CA - JANUARY 14: Ryan Jurica (L) and TV personality David Tutera attend the HBO Luxury Lounge Featuring L?Oreal Paris And New Era Cap - Day 1 at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles on January 14, 2012 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Chelsea Lauren/WireImage) "My Fair Wedding" host David Tutera's family is being torn apart.

photos Massive blaze destroys Seaside Park boardwalk in N.J.

Firefighters battle a blaze in a building on the Seaside Park boardwalk on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013, in Seaside Park, N.J. The fire began in a frozen custard stand on the Seaside Park section of the boardwalk and quickly spread north into neighboring Seaside Heights. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez) The disaster occurred a year after Hurricane Sandy wreaked havoc along the Jersey Shore.

Fall Movie Guide: Clooney blasts off in 'Gravity,' Sofia Vergara sexes up 'Machete Kills'

"Marvel's Thor: The Dark World" Superheros, sequels and remakes hit the cineplex this fall.

see it Ronaldo goes after Gareth Bale with harsh looking tackle

Real Madrid's Gareth Bale (C) is tackled by Cristiano Ronaldo (R) as Karim Benzema (L) and Pepe look on during their training session at Valdebebas sports grounds in Madrid September 13, 2013. REUTERS/Sergio Perez (SPAIN - Tags: SPORT SOCCER) Was it an innocent practice challenge or was a message being sent?

Pharrell Williams talks about battle over Robin Thicke’s ‘Blurred Lines’

Musician Pharrell Williams, pictured at the Calvin Klein Collection Spring 2014 after party at NYC’s Spring Studios on Wednesday, has defended ‘Blurred Lines’ against charges it sounds like a Marvin Gaye song. Pharrell is engaged in a battle with Marvin Gaye’s estate over the megahit.

'To bodly go': Voyager 1 becomes first man-made object in interstellar space

Voyager 1 Entering Interstellar Space The spacecraft, launched in 1977, has ventured outside the heliosphere.

SHHH! Bethenny Frankel and hubby zip it in divorce court

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi She's got a new talk show, but Bethenny Frankel wasn’t gabbing at all in a Manhattan divorce court.

J.J. Abrams will not helm next 'Star Trek' film

J.J. Abrams won’t be returning to direct the third installment of the ‘Star Trek’ franchise he successfully rebooted. The director called the decision not to return to the franchise 'bittersweet.'

Brooklyn women are the pickiest online daters: app

MR & PR Brooklyn women are extra picky, at least when it comes to online dating.

Billy Joel, Carlos Santana among Kennedy Center Honors recipients

DEC. 12, 2011 FILE PHOTO Billy Joel is in a Washington, D.C., state of mind.

The News' own Lue McWilliams stars in film 'Naked as We Came'

Lué McWilliams as Lilly in Richard LeMay’s “Naked as We Came” The Daily News' Lue McWilliams stars as a doomed woman who comes home to die in 'Naked as We Came.'

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RESTRICTIONS APPLY: USA/AUSTRALIA ONLY - NO WEBSITE USE Some are hitting the (dye) bottle, others are chopping it off. It's hard to keep up in Hollywood, where stars seem to sport a different hairstyle every day of the week. From tiny trims to full blown hair transformations, check out the range of looks for these celebrity hair chameleons ...

Celebrity baby bumps

'Going swimming with the kiddos! The pool makes me feel so much lighter! This belly ?? #twins #excited #blessed #nofilter' Kim Zolciak posts an Instagram photo of her pregnant in a frilly bikini on September 14, 2013. Baby bumps never go out of style among the celebrity set. See which stars are expecting and who's showing off the bump.

Bags under $100

Fall fashion finds: Bags under $100. Looking for a great fall handbag find? Check out these top looks for less than $100.

New York Fashion Week Spring 2014: Celebrities spotted front row

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 12: Jessica Alba (R) sighting on September 12, 2013 in New York City. (Photo by Josiah Kamau/BuzzFoto/FilmMagic) It's the end of the runway for New York Fashion Week Spring 2014! Check out which celebs we spotted sitting front row ...

New York Fashion Week Spring 2014 highlights

The Betsey Johnson Spring 2014 collection is modeled during Fashion Week in New York, Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2013 It's the end of the runway for New York Fashion Week. Check out the highlights from the most fashionable event in the city ...

Top 20 ugliest animals of all time

The blob fish looks like a cartoon character. From the scaly to the slimy to the downright ugly, check out the weirdest looking critters in the Animal Kingdom ...

Kate Middleton's top style moments

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attend The Tusk Conservation Awards at The Royal Society on September 12, 2013 in London, England. There's no doubt about it -- Kate Middleton is the reigning queen of style when it comes to all things glamorous, elegant and effortlessly chic. See the style icon's best moments ...

New York Fashion Week Spring 2014: Day Eight

A model presents a creation by Ralph Lauren during the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York, New York, USA, 12 September 2013.  All the top moments from Day Eight of New York Fashion Week Spring 2014 ...

DKNY Spring 2014

A model walks the runway at the DKNY Women's Spring 2014 fashion show at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014. All the runway looks from the DKNY Spring 2014 collection ...

Tory Burch Spring 2014

Models walk the runway at the Tory Burch fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014 at David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center on September 10, 2013 in New York City. Tory Burch was inspired by the chic French Riviera of the 1960s for her Spring 2014 collection ...

Marc by Marc Jacobs

A model walks the runway at the Marc By Marc Jacobs fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014 at Pier 57 on September 10, 2013 in New York City. Black and white with an extra bit of glitz hit the runway at Marc by Marc Jacobs Spring 2014 ...

J.Crew Spring 2014

Models pose backstage at the J.Crew presentation during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014 at The Studio at Lincoln Center on September 10, 2013 in New York City. J.Crew brought patterned trousers, sunny brights and graphic prints at New York Fashion Week Spring 2014 ...

The Blonds Spring 2014

A model walks the runway at The Blonds fashion show during MADE Fashion Week Spring 2014 at Milk Studios on September 11, 2013 in New York City. Anything goes at the The Blonds runway show, which took place during New York Fashion Week on Sept. 11, 2013. Check out all the wacky looks from the Spring 2014 collection ...

Bags under $350

Kate Spade clutch photographed in Manhattan New York on August 28, 2013. Check out The News' top picks for fall handbags under $350.

Vera Wang Collection Spring 2014

A model presents a creation from the Vera Wang Spring/Summer 2014 collection during New York Fashion Week in New York, September 10, 2013. Vera Wang showed flowing dresses with a sexy twist at the Vera Wang Collection Spring 2014 runway show on Sept. 10, 2013 ...

Rodarte Spring 2014

Models walk the runway at the Rodarte fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014 on September 10, 2013 in New York City. All the runway looks from the Rodarte Spring 2014 collection ...

Jenny Packham Spring 2014

A model walks the runway at the Jenny Packham fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014 on September 10, 2013 in New York City. Jenny Packham showed off red carpet dresses with a few sweet daytime pieces at her Spring 2014 runway show on Sept. 10, 2013 ...

Naeem Khan Spring 2014

Models prepare backstage for the Naeem Khan fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014 at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on September 10, 2013 in New York City. Naeem Khan showed off gorgeous gowns along with his famous kaftans during his spring 2014 runway show at New York Fashion Week ...

Oscar de la Renta Spring 2014

Models walk the runway at the Oscar De La Renta fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014 on September 10, 2013 in New York City. Gauzy gowns in pretty pastels were featured at the Oscar de la Renta spring 2014 runway show on Sept. 10, 2013 ...

Narciso Rodriguez Spring 2014

A model walks the runway at the Narciso Rodriguez fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014 at Sir Stage37 on September 10, 2013 in New York City. Designer Narciso Rodriguez featured black and white looks in classic cuts with the occasional pop of color on Sept. 10, 2013 ...

Michael Kors Spring 2014

Designer Michael Kors walks the runway during the Michael Kors fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014 at The Theatre at Lincoln Center on September 11, 2013 in New York City. Springtime prints in earthy neutrals stole the show at the Michael Kors Spring 2014 runway show on Sept. 11, 2013 ...

New York Fashion Week Spring 2014: Day Seven

Actresses Kate Mara and Katie Holmes attend the Michael Kors fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014 at The Theatre at Lincoln Center on September 11, 2013 in New York City. All the top moments from Day Seven of New York Fashion Week Spring 2014 ...

Stars who wear sheer clothing

-ALLCOUNTRY 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.

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Nevada Boxing chairman defends Mayweather judge

Boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. of US celebrates his majority decision victory over Canelo Alvarez, Mexico, during their WBC/WBA 154-pound title fight the MGM Grand Garden Arena, September 14, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. AFP PHOTO / John GURZINSKIJOHN GURZINSKI/AFP/Getty Images Bill Brady, chairman of the Nevada State Athletic Commission, which was responsible for assigning the judge that scored Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s masterly performance a draw on Saturday, defended the judge at the storm of the controversy - even supporting her scorecard.

Iowa locker room robbed during win at Iowa St.

Iowa players celebrate the win over Iowa State Saturday, but return to the locker room to find their personal belongings, including cellphones and cash, missing. Nine Iowa football players and coaches were robbed of cellphones and cash from their locker room during Saturday night’s victory at Iowa State.

MLB Power Rankings: Red Sox complete turnaround

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi After watching the Red Sox crush the Yankees over the weekend and viewing that unstoppable, patient offense first hand, it's time we elevate Boston to No. 1 in our MLB Power Rankings.

Saints survive Bucs with last-second FG, 16-14

The Saints mob kicker Garrett Hartley (c.) after his game-winning field goal that beats Tampa Bay, 16-14 Garrett Hartley kicked a 27-yard field goal as time expired to give the New Orleans Saints a weather-delayed 16-14 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. Drew Brees shrugged off throwing an interception that was returned to touchdown to give Tampa Bay the lead to complete three straight passes for 54 yards to lead the Saints (2-0) into position to win.

Texans need OT to top Titans, 30-24

Houston Texans' DeAndre Hopkins (10) is lifted by teammate Chris Myers after scoring the winning touchdown against the Tennessee Titans during overtime of an NFL football game on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) The Houston Texans drafted DeAndre Hopkins to take pressure off star receiver Andre Johnson. Hopkins delivered, grabbing a 3-yard touchdown reception in overtime to lift Houston to a 30-24 win over Tennessee.

Manuel marches Bills to comeback victory over Panthers

ORCHARD PARK, NY - SEPTEMBER 15: EJ Manuel #3 of the Buffalo Bills throws against the Carolina Panthers at Ralph Wilson Stadium on September 15, 2013 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Rick Stewart/Getty Images) With the Buffalo Bills' past stars on hand, quarterback EJ Manuel provided a glimpse into the team's future. Shaking off two second-half turnovers, the first-round draft pick capped a nine-play, 80-yard drive with a 2-yard touchdown pass to Stevie Johnson with 2 seconds remaining in a 24-23 win over the Carolina Panthers.

Chargers beat Eagles at their own game in shootout win

PHILADELPHIA, PA - SEPTEMBER 15: Quarterback Philip Rivers #17 of the San Diego Chargers throws a pass in the third quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on September 15, 2013 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The San Diego Chargers won, 33-30. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) The San Diego Chargers looked more like Chip Kelly's Eagles on Philly's turf. Philip Rivers threw three touchdown passes to Eddie Royal, and Nick Novak kicked a 46-yard field goal with 7 seconds left to lead the Chargers past Philadelphia 33-30 on Sunday, spoiling Kelly's home debut.

Cutler, Bennett combine to rally Bears past VikIngs

Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) pumps his fist after throwing a touchdown pass to tight end Martellus Bennett during the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Jim Prisching) Jay Cutler came through just in time again. Cutler threw a 16-yard touchdown pass to Martellus Bennett with 10 seconds left to lead the Chicago Bears to a 31-30 victory over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday.

Rodgers lights up Redskins as Packers cruise to victory

Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer) Aaron Rodgers threw for a career-high 480 yards and four touchdowns and the Green Bay Packers used a big first half against the Washington Redskins to win their home opener 38-20 on Sunday. Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III threw for 320 yards and three second-half touchdowns.

Weeden hurt as Browns fall to Ravens

Joe Flacco, who finds out before the game that his wife gave birth to a second boy on Sunday morning, connects on a five-yard TD in the fourth quarter to give the Ravens a little breathing room. The Baltimore Ravens sacked Brandon Weeden five times before finally knocking him out of the game in the fourth quarter of a 14-6 victory on Sunday.
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