MR GRADY'S DAILY BLOG: AMERICAS NEWS

EXCLUSIVE: Exploding toilet leaves Brooklyn man afraid to flush — with shrapnel wounds to head, arm and legs requiring 30 STITCHES

He cowers before the porcelain bomb. A Brooklyn man was seriously injured by an exploding toilet in his co-op and remains so traumatized by the blown-up john that he uses a rope to flush from a safe distance outside the bathroom. read full story »

BREAKING NEWS Libyan Prime Minister Ali Zidan kidnapped by wild rebel gunmen in possible retaliation for recent al-Qaida suspect capture

Libyan Prime Minister Ali Zidan was snatched by gunmen before dawn Thursday from a Tripoli hotel where he resides, the government said. The abduction appeared to be in retaliation for the U.S. special forces' raid over the weekend that seized a Libyan al-Qaida suspect from the streets of the capital.

I WANT YOUR HANDOUTS! Military becomes charity case as Feds beg for death benefit cash

The world's mightiest military will accept money from the Fisher House Foundation to temporarily cover death benefits for the families of fallen troops. The government's inability to pay has triggered anger across Washington, while House Republicans indicated they may be ready to make a short-term deal.

Witness captures heart-stopping moment a speeding train smashes into truck stuck on tracks in Texas — SEE THE VIDEO

A truck driver was lucky to escape with his life on Wednesday after he jumped out of his his rig moments before it was struck by a train outside of West Odessa, Texas — sending his cargo flying.

Jury selection and trial for accused 'Dark Knight' shooter James Holmes could take 8 months, Colo. judge says

Judge says it could take up to three months to pick a jury and up to five months to conduct the trial of James Holmes, who's accused of killing 12 at an Aurora movie theater during a midnight showing of Batman film.

EXCLUSIVE Spiked pensions to be aggressively audited by Department of Financial Services

The state is coming after government workers who run up high overtime bills in their last days on the job to pump up their pensions, the Daily News has learned. Financial Services Commissioner Benjamin Lawsky Wednesday outlined a plan to aggressively audit the multimillion-dollar pension funds of city and state workers.

EXCLUSIVE: PETA roars at Katy for animal misuse

Judge rules unpaid interns cannot sue for sexual harassment

Lihuan Wang, 26, said her boss at Phoenix Satellite Television’s New York bureau grabbed her butt and tried to kiss her while she was an unpaid intern in 2010. But Manhattan Federal Court Judge Kevin Castel tossed that claim last week, finding that only paid workers are covered by the city’s human rights law.

Texas man executed for killing parents and grandmother in drug-addled rampage that ended with house explosion

Michael Yowell, 43, killed his parents in their Lubbock home on Mother's Day weekend in 1998 after his father caught him stealing money from his wallet.

Hamill: Ex-cop calls NYPD detective a 'disgrace'

There was no blue wall of support present Wednesday at 100 Centre St. for a cop accused of this outrageous crime.

Roller coaster at Florida's Universal Studios theme park gets stuck at the top, trapping 10

The 12-person train stopped near the top of the first hill of the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit around 7 p.m. Wednesday. Responders were on scene to rescue the trapped victims. No injuries were reported.

TV execs hand big bucks to NY pols who give them tax breaks

ALBANY — Before and after handing out giveaways like the “Jimmy Fallon tax credit” to film and TV production companies, Gov. Andrew Cuomo and state legislators cashed in.

Bill de Blasio 'testy' on NYC elite school admissions

Bill de Blasio vowed Wednesday to overhaul how children are chosen for New York City’s elite public high schools, saying the high-stakes admissions test should no longer be the only factor in the selection process.

NYPD'S FINEST: Brooklyn officer wins 'Cop of the Year' award after saving man's life, stopping gunman

Officer Jerry Ortiz receives Assistant Chief Patrick D. Brennan Cop of the Year honor

Man wanted for questioning in shooting death of Long Island man horse trainer nabbed in Tennessee, cops say

Brett Knight, a disgruntled ex-friend wanted for killing Long Island riding instructor Ross Reisner, was arrested Wednesday in Tennessee, federal authorities said, the U.S. Marshals Service said.

High taxes make NY unfriendliest for business

Three years after Gov. Andrew Cuomo took office pledging to make New York “open for business,” the state still has the nation’s worst business tax climate, a new report found.

Son of Penn State pedophile Jerry Sandusky's busted on suspicion of DUI

Jon Sandusky, a Cleveland Browns executive, was cooperative but refused to take a blood test when arrested on suspicion of drunken driving in North Dakota, police said Wednesday.

Prosecutors in Aaron Hernandez murder trial seeking judge's recusal

Assistant District Attorney William McCauley announced in court that he planned to file a motion asking Judge Susan Garsh to give up the high profile murder case.

Dozens of men held at Guantanamo Bay without charge to have their cases reviewed: Pentagon

A formal review process for dozens of men being held at Guantanamo Bay without charge has begun as part of an effort to close the prison, the Pentagon said Wednesday.

Kris & Bruce split: With no prenup is their $125M fortune at stake?

Nebraska Supreme Court rules 16-year-old girl in foster care is too immature to get an abortion

The Nevada Supreme Court has ruled that a 16-year-old girl who was impregnated in a foster home is “not sufficiently mature” to be allowed to get an abortion.

YO QUIERO PRISON CELL: 'Drunk' man, 19, crashes truck into same Taco Bell four times, cops say

He might have been thinking outside the bun — but inside the liquor bottle. An intoxicated Georgia teen crashed his car into a Taco Bell four separate times early Sunday morning, police said.

HOMETOWN HEROES: MTA paratransit coordinator makes couple’s big day extra special

Out of 225,000 rides provided to disabled people by the MTA’s paratransit division this year, only one featured two passengers saying, “I do.” Daniel Robert, 66, and Nadina LaSpina, 65, took an Access-A-Ride van from their Chelsea home to the Municipal Building downtown to exchange wedding vows — and then rode it back home in celebration, joined by a few friends.

Mike Ditka’s biggest regret: Not running against Barack Obama in 2004 U.S. Senate race

The former NFL star and coach said earlier this month that the one move he second-guesses himself about most is his decision not run against then-Sen. Barack Obama in 2004.

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Starbucks promo prods lawmakers to ’come together’ — and rewards customers who 'pay it forward'

Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz wants lawmakers to come together to resolve their political gridlock. And he’s giving away free coffee to customers who set an example how to do it.

Only a handful of Republicans to attend White House meeting with Obama

Speaker John Boehner’s office says a small group of House Republicans will meet with the president Thursday instead of the full caucus that the White House invited.

Sen. Pat Toomey accuses White House of intimidating GOP with debt ceiling threats

Prominent Republican Senator Pat Toomey accused the White House on Wednesday of using the threat of a default to “cow” and “intimidate” the GOP.

Charity steps up to cover death benefits for families of fallen soldiers as House votes to fund them

A charity stepped up Wednesday to cover death benefits for families of fallen service members as the White House claimed President Obama had been unaware the government shutdown threatened them.

From foodborne illness to flu tracking, gov’t shutdown affecting health and safety

The government shutdown has slowed or halted federal efforts to protect Americans' health and safety, from probes into the cause of transportation and workplace accidents to tracking foodborne illness.

CHILD'S PLAY: Rep. Tim Griffin’s son, 3, shows Congress how easy it is to vote 'yes'

Is Congress smarter than a 3-year-old? Apparently not. John Griffin, the toddler son of Rep. Tim Griffin (R-Ark.), joined his dad on the House floor to show Congress how easy it is to keep the government going.

'This is something people don't mess around with': Shutdown means no new beer from craft brewers

The shutdown has closed an obscure agency that quietly approves new breweries, recipes and labels, which could create huge delays throughout the rapidly growing craft industry.

EDITORIAL 'They fight now in Afghanistan knowing that small and feckless politicians have broken a solemn pledge': Tea Party extremists bear guilt for this national disgrace

Pitiful excuses for leaders are the Republicans who cavalierly shut the government, in the process denying benefits to the families of five troops killed over the weekend in Afghanistan.

Alaska permafrost melt creates climate-change challenges — and 'thawing' disagreements

The northernmost U.S. state has seen a rapid thawing of permafrost — frozen ground that remains so for at least two consecutive years — leading to ecological damage across the state.

Chris Christie keeps his cool over hot topic of same-sex marriage in New Jersey

Chris Christie kept his cool during a campaign stop at a Jersey diner when a patron called out the typically bombastic governor for his opposition to gay marriage.

Lesbian couples more likely than gay men to end civil unions in the UK

Couples in civil unions may have started feeling the seven-year itch. In 2012, the number of gay and lesbian pairs in the UK who legally ended their partnerships leapt 20%, according to new data.

Kuwait developing ‘gay detector’ test to keep LGBT expats out of Gulf countries

Yousuf Mindkar, the director of public health at the Kuwaiti health ministry, told Al Rai that he wants to use a “gay detector test” to keep LGBT expatriates out of Kuwait and other Gulf Cooperation Countries (GCC).

Celebrity jewelry maker claims ex-wife sold his belongings — and kept the money

Jewelry designer-to-the-stars Barry Kieselstein-Cord is accusing ex-wife No. 3 of taking everything but the kitchen sink.

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Blind man beaten in busy Philadelphia neighborhood — as residents watch

Callous Philly residents strolled past a street corner as a blind man was punched, stomped and left lying in a gutter in the city’s Germantown neighborhood.

1 dead, 44 injured after bus from New York City crashes on Pennsylvania highway

One woman was dead and dozens were injured after a bus traveling from New York City to Ohio crashed on a Pennsylvania highway early Wednesday, according to reports.

Suspect wanted for questioning in shooting death of Long Island riding instructor nabbed in Tennessee: cops

Authorities say a man wanted for questioning in the shooting death of a man in Long Island, N.Y. is in custody in Sevier County.

Four people dead in gruesome murder-suicide pact vowed to kill themselves before facing child porn charges

One of four people found shot to death in a car parked along a Alabama road told a friend the week before that they would all kill themselves before going to prison for child porn charges, authorities said.

Murder charges dropped against woman, 98, who shot nephew

State authorities found granny gunwoman Amanda Stevenson mentally incompetent as a result of dementia and reportedly dropped second-degree murder charges against her on Oct. 1.

Four teens arrested in stabbing death of 17-year-old in Brooklyn

Peter Sedeno of Queens; Daquan Jackson of Middletown, N.Y.; Daine Daley of Queens; and Dayshawn Young of Brooklyn, all 17; were arrested Tuesday in connection with Kenny Chen's June 9 murder.

Ex-Met Carlos Delgado to be questioned about ties to human growth hormone guru Anthony Galea

Alex Rodriguez is not the only Major League Baseball player whose ties to Toronto sports physician Anthony Galea continue to haunt him.

Two more French journalists held hostage in Syria

France's foreign ministry said on Wednesday two more French journalists were being held hostage in Syria, taking the number of its captive citizens in the country to four.

Apple picking or pigskin? Women give depressed Giants fans fun alternatives

Women spend weeks trying to woo Prince Harry on reality TV show — only to find out it was a look-alike

Gullible American girls were duped for weeks into trying to win the heart of a lookalike Prince Harry in a TV reality competition.

What's the key to a happy marriage? It's in the genes

A study of married people and their genotypes over 13 years found that people with a certain type of gene variant are less likely to tolerate emotional discord in their marriage.

SHOW AND TELL: 4-year-old brings cocaine, cash to preschool

Forget juice boxes and crayons. A Philadelphia preschooler came to class with crack cocaine and cash, authorities said. The 4-year-old boy showed his shocking contraband to another student on Tuesday morning, who told a teacher, Philadelphia schools spokesman Fernando Gallard told the Daily News.

Miley is wrong! Suzanne Somers, 66, says she has sex 'a couple times a day'

Obamacare website glitches come from questionable design: experts

A decision to require that consumers create accounts before they can browse available health plans under the president's overhaul appears to have led to many of the program’s tech problems.

Baby dying of rabies infects dad and brother by biting them

The youngster contracted the deadly disease during an outbreak which struck 154 other people in the war-ravaged Democratic Republic of Congo.

Spanking child with a wooden spoon is NOT abuse, court rules

A state appeals court on Tuesday tossed out child abuse findings against a frustrated Northern California mother who spanked her 12-year-old daughter hard enough with a wooden spoon to cause bruising.

Phoenix couple find birthday card with $1,000 in crystal meth in mailbox

An Arizona couple were stunned to open a birthday card and find $1,000 worth of crystal meth stuffed inside.

see it MMA fighter exits the cage after referee denies time-out

The going got tough — so the tough jumped out of the ring and ran away. A Brazilian cage fighter is under fire for quitting a battle after being refused a time-out by the referee.

Matt Schaub reportedly gets a visit from angry Texans fans at Houston home after 4th consecutive game throwing a pick-six

Angry Texans fans accosted the quarterback at his home earlier this week, Houston's CBS affiliate reported, with one fan ripping Matt Schaub for his stretch of poor play.

Japanese club owner's 'tea-drinking' group busted as prostitution ring

A Japanese pimp granddaddy organized seedy sex sessions for senior citizens under the guise of a ceremonial tea-drinking group, police said.

Mars company heiress revealed as driver that caused fatal crash in Northern Virginia

Jacqueline Badger Mars — who owns the $30 billion company with her two brothers — drove a Porsche SUV into oncoming traffic and crashed head-on into a minivan in Northern Virginia, police say.

Autos

Ford's assembly line turns 100: How it changed society

A century ago, on October 7, 1913, engineers built a rudimentary system using a rope and wince to pull a new Ford Model T past 140 workers at a brand new factory dubbed the Crystal Palace.

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Inside the Playbook: Giants (0-5) at Bears (3-2)

Eli Manning promises to do better. Really. But if he doesn’t stop forcing balls and taking risks out of desperation, the ball-hungry Bears are going to add to his misery. Stats don’t lie. The Giants lead the league with 13 INTs and seven lost fumbles.

Verlander gets call for Tigers in Game 5

These decisive Game 5s sure are becoming familiar for Justin Verlander. Just like last October in Oakland, the Tigers have been pushed to a winner-take-all fifth game in their AL division series against the Athletics.

Bondy: 'Tradition' isn't reason enough to save Skins

They always think it’s the end of the world, that they can’t change an offending nickname or a racist cartoon caricature because the fans will never forgive and will never come back. Childhood memories will be burned to the ground. They think it’s the end of tradition, of ancient rituals.

Reds GM: We didn’t call Paul

If Paul O'Neill and the Cincinnati Reds have talked about him becoming their next manager, the team did not initiate the conversation. Reds general manager Walt Jocketty told the Daily News Wednesday night through club spokesman Rob Butcher that “We have not reached out to Paul regarding our managerial vacancy.”

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Usher shows off his ab-tastic physique

Potential jurors in Madoff employee trial asked about celebrity victims of $65B scam

It sounded more like a red carpet guest list than a trial in Manhattan Federal Court Tuesday.

Obama's pick of Janet Yellen for Federal Reserve chief would make her first woman to lead a country's central bank anywhere in the world

Capping a politically charged search, Obama will nominate Janet Yellen, the Fed's vice chair, to be chairman of the nation’s powerful central bank, succeeding Ben Bernanke at a pivotal time.

Lupica: Rex Ryan is throwing a Green party as the coach is back from abyss with Jets' 3-2 start

The Jets have only played five games, but still: You have to like the coach at least a little better than you did before the season.

Permanent residents who can't get Medicaid or Medicare can purchase Obamacare insurance

If those who enroll in an Obamacare health care insurance plan meet income guidelines, the federal government will subsidize their costs

Iowa man calls police after getting cheated in drug deal

A dimwit called cops after getting stiffed on a drug deal and ended up being arrested himself. Daniel P. Noehl Sr. contacted police to tell them a pal hadn't yet paid for prescription medication he'd sold him.

Former U.S. Sen. Rod Grams from Minnesota dead at age 65

Rod Grams, a former Twin Cities anchorman who went on to serve as a Republican U.S. senator from Minnesota, has died at age 65.

'It is the gift terrorists need to evade us and strike at will': British spy chief warns of the dangers NSA leaker Edward Snowden continues to create

Leaks of official secrets like the ones whistleblower Edward Snowden passed on to the press are a “gift” to terrorists, the new head of Britain’s counter-intelligence agency charges.

California teen Hannah Anderson reveals kidnapper handcuffed her, bound her feet and forced her to play Russian roulette after brutally murdering her mom and brother

Hannah Anderson, 16, has described new details of the frightening encounter with James Lee DiMaggio.

PUFF PLEA: Scarsdale 'Pot Mom' pleads guilty to running multimillion-dollar marijuana-growing operation

The Scarsdale “Pot Mom” has pleaded guilty to running a multimillion dollar marijuana-growing operation like the lead character in the Showtime series “Weeds.”

Health care company exec who is a married father of five and an Orthodox Jew accused of being a hooker-happy, pot-smoking gambler in wild sexual harassment suit

An ex-employee of a Brooklyn health care company says he was sexually harassed by a top male executive who is an Orthodox Jew but leads a double-life as a pot-smoking, hooker-happy, casino high roller, according to a lawsuit.

Khloe and Lamar spotted together for first time in months

12-year-old boy dies in Brooklyn after being struck by van as he chased soccer ball

Samuel Cohen-Eckstein died Tuesday after he ran into a Brooklyn street to chase after a soccer ball and was crushed by a van, officials and witnesses said.

Hayden Panettiere confirms what we all knew — she’s engaged

Gonzalez: Despite his unsuccessful bid for mayor, Controller John Liu has scored big wins for the city — and has saved taxpayers millions

Months before he leaves office, Liu's oversight has helped reject costly contracts and curb runaway spending.

Hispanic groups know who they want to see as NYPD commissioner after Raymond Kelly

The Hispanic Society, the National Latino Officers Association and the New York Dominican Officers Organization want First Deputy Commissioner Rafael Pineiro to take over for Raymond Kelly.

Baby Hope’s mother identified 22 years later, father now prime suspect in murder of girl found along parkway: police sources

More than two decades after Baby Hope was found murdered and stuffed in a cooler along the Henry Hudson Parkway in July 1991, police have identified the little girl and her mother. Police sources say the father — who is thought to be still in New York City or in Mexico — is now the main suspect.

ON YOUR MARKS! NYC Marathon will not be stopped by government shutdown

The Nov. 3 race usually begins at Staten Island’s federally run Fort Wadsworth Park, but Washington gridlock has shut down the starting line.

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Dad again? Owen Wilson linked to pregnant personal trainer: report

'If this had been the other way around — black victims — then this would have been a hate crime': Friends of soldier stabbed in the heart by fellow G.I. question the charges

Chicago native Jeremiah Hill plunged the knife into the heart of Army Spc. Tevin Geike, prosecutors say. Police backed off early hate crime suspicions in the white serviceman's death, an unpopular move with the victim's friends, who ask 'Where's the outrage?'

RAH, RAH, OH, NO! Cheerleader takes one for the team after getting trampled by football team in viral video

This cheerleader took one for the team after she ended up being trampled on by an entire squad of football players after stepping out in front of a run-through banner.

SWEET INSPIRATIONS: The Daily News' delicious guide to the best old-fashioned candy stores still standing in NYC

So what if it rots our teeth and makes us fat — candy also makes us happy.

Baby Hope’s mother identified 22 years later, father now prime suspect in murder of girl found along parkway: police sources

Editors' Picks

Looks like Miley forgot her clothes…again! Cyrus strips down to lingerie

The reason it's called underwear is because you're supposed to wear it on the INSIDE of your clothing. Check out celebs who've decided to flip flop their blouses for bras and their pants for panties.

TV REVIEW 'The Walking Dead'

There's definitely a new normal as AMC’s zombie romp “The Walking Dead” starts its fourth season Sunday.

THEATER REVIEW ‘Bronx Bombers’

The Yankees are at a crossroads in “Bronx Bombers,” a drama packed with sentiment and a curveball or two.

'Cold Justice' is a hot property for TNT

They’re a real-life “Rizzoli & Isles.”

TV REVIEW 'Once Upon a Time in Wonderland'

Unapologetic sibling of ABC’s surprise fairy-tale hit, “Once Upon a Time,” may be better than its predecessor.

Lea Michele opens up about Cory

"There was no greater man than Cory," the Glee actress said of her late boyfriend's death.

Rihanna's new ink

Rihanna's no stranger to going under the inking needle, but her recent tattoo looked more painful than usual.

Miley won $10,000 toilet in 'Wrecking Ball' bet

Miley Cyrus bet mega-producer Dr. Luke that the hit single would hit No. 1 — and she was right.

Usher shows off physique

Usher is taking his role as boxer Sugar Ray Leonard in the upcoming flick "Hands of Stone" very seriously.

NASCAR driver arrested in domestic dispute

Travis Kvapil was arrested on charges of assault and false imprisonment involving his wife.

Josh Hutcherson suggests ‘Hunger Games’ threesome

The actor has come up with the perfect plan for "The Hunger Games" love triangle.

Mila and Ashton meet former 'That 70's Show' costars

The stars of "That 70's Show" were back together again for a friendly reunion in LA Tuesday.

Are the Jonas Brothers done?

The band of brothers have canceled their tour just days before it was to start, citing "deep rift" in the band.

Lamar Odom pleads not guilty to DUI

The former hoops star pleaded not guilty to DUI Wednesday and is working to resolve the case soon.

Call us curvy

Women who wear plus-size clothing would rather be described as "curvy," a new survey revealed.

PHOTOS Kris and Bruce split after 22 years

Breaking up is hard to do, even if you're rich and famous.

'Awkward' star to publish tip book for teens

MTV star Ashley Rickards, best known for her role as Jenna in “Awkward” has nabbed a book deal.

Miley Cyrus, Jimmy Fallon, The Roots sing ‘We Can’t Stop’ a cappella

Miley Cyrus continued her "Bangerz" media blitz with a stop at "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" on Tuesday night.

Miley Cyrus under fire for ‘stroke joke’ on ‘SNL’

Miley Cyrus' turn as host of "Saturday Night Live" managed to anger quite a few grown-ups.

Making something out of a Giant nothing

As New York Giants stink it up this season, women try to pry Big Blue-loving men away for some Sunday fun.

PHOTOS No bones about it!

One woman has embarked on a yearlong trip around the world with Sam, her 42 pound medical skeleton.

Kanye West to appear on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ after ‘rap feud’ with host

Kanye West is appearing on Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show, less than two weeks after the pair got into what Kimmel called a "rap feud."

photos Kylie takes a page out of Kim's book with plunging top

Check out the starlets who'll leaving you wondering, 'She's how old?!'

Taylor Lautner to star in live 'Boogie Nights' reading

Taylor Lautner is about to get his Dirk Diggler on.

PHOTOS Battle of the Kims

Who wore the maternity dress better — Kim Zolciak or Kim Kardashian?

55% of cats and dogs in the U.S. are overweight: survey

A 2012 survey from the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention found that more than half of cats and dogs were considered obese or overweight.

live blog Follow Banksy through NY

It's a city wide scavenger hunt: Where will Banksy strike next?

Why did Simon Cowell celebrate his birthday without his baby mama?

Confidenti@l's Marianne Garvey dishes on VH1’s “Gossip Table."

Marilyn Manson sheds makeup on 'Eastbound & Down' set

Is that you, Marilyn Manson? The shock rocker shed his goth makeup for a cameo on the HBO show "Eastbound & Down."

Dreamlover Mariah stuns in sexy selfie for hubby's bday

Mariah Carey sure knows the art of gift-giving.

photos Taylor Momsen gets 'pretty reckless' in new shoot

Been naughty? These stars have!

photos HAIR AND GONE: Jada Pinkett-Smith in wild buzz cut

Some are hitting the (dye) bottle, others are chopping it off.

Taylor Swift receives songwriting honor

Swift beat out Vince Gill and Alan Jackson for the honor.

Breaking up with the Kardashians: Bruce and Kris split

After 22 years as husband and wife, the reality TV couple have officially decided to part ways.

Khloe: 'Not all love can be explained'

Khloe Kardashian is standing by her man, Lamar Odom, no matter what anyone thinks about it.

Kathie Lee responds to rumors about husband Frank Gifford and Johnny Carson's ex-wife

Gifford responded to the headlines involving her husband.

Red Sox and L.L. Bean team up on Fenway tarp boots

These boots were made for talking. L.L. Bean and the Red Sox have come together on an attention-getting pair of boots that have an interesting backstory.

Gwen Stefani launching nail polish with OPI, Swarovski

The rocker's signature shade will be a bright red called Over & Over A-Gwen.

Pogues guitarist Philip Chevron dies of cancer at 56

Phil Chevron, the guitarist for boisterous Anglo-Irish band The Pogues, has died at 56.

Michael Sheen plays doctor

Actor muses that Dr. William Masters first envisioned pioneering sex research as simply another clinical study.

REVIEW 'The Tomorrow People'

“The Tomorrow People” might work nicely as a graphic novel. Unfortunately, it’s a TV show.

Alec Baldwin sounds off on 'vermin' paps

The veteran actor erupted on the paparazzi again — but this time in a letter to the East Hampton Star.

LAPD re-opens Cee Lo Green date rape claim: report

A Los Angeles woman accused the "Voice" judge, 39, of spiking her drink.

AWKWARD! Miley talks about her 'sexual side' with Matt Lauer

Cyrus shocked the 'Today' show host by telling him he’s too old to have sex.

Miley Cyrus leaves NBC scrambling

Confidenti@l's Marianne Garvey was on VH1’s 'The Gossip Table.'

Crunch gym classes go online

Crunch has introduced a digital platform that promises to bring its range of classes to the masses around the globe.

PHOTOS Pictures of the day

See the most striking news photos from across the globe.

John Lennon’s star defaced

The legendary Beatle's star marred by graffiti just days before what would have been Lennon's 73rd birthday.

NYC restaurant boasts silent dining experience

Quiet, please. That's the message being sent to customers at a New York City restaurant that prohibits any talking during a four-course meal.

NFL cheerleaders go pink in Week 5

The pom pom carriers did their part to raise breast cancer awareness.

PHOTOS The women of A-Rod's life

His MLB future may be in doubt, but he's a sure-fire Hall of Famer when it comes to the ladies.

VIDEO GAME REVIEW Beyond: Two Souls

Featuring Ellen Page and Willem Dafoe, the lines are delivered with all the emotion of a Hollywood flick.

EXCLUSIVE Kim in no rush to marry 'obsessed' Kanye

Kim Kardashian is in no rush to walk down the aisle but baby daddy Kanye is pressuring her to tie the knot.

How not to be ‘that guy’ at the gym

There are certain unspoken rules that all gym-goers must adhere to for a pleasant weight-lifting experience.

Halle Berry, Olivier Martinez name baby boy Maceo-Robert

The first part of the name is of Spanish origin and means 'gift of God.'

Fashionistas swap, rent designer clothes with apps

Those with bulging closets can turn to new apps to help find designer duds to rent or to swap with others.

SEE IT Bam Margera weds girlfriend in Iceland

The “Jackass” star tied the knot on stage during a heavy metal show in Iceland.

PHOTOS Heidi Klum hosts adorable kids fashion show

Heidi Klum's kids clothing line, Truly Scrumptious, celebrated its one year anniversary.

Tom Hanks reveals Diabetes diagnosis

Tom Hanks might be an award-winning movie star, but he still needs to watch his health.

Five NYC tech startups win London trip

Winners of the GREAT Tech Awards to be flown to UK to attend a weeklong business development trip.

PHOTOS Bar Refaeli flaunts amazing beach body

Check out the supermodel's hottest moments.

PHOTOS The Boss has still got it

Bruce Springsteen's legendary career is captured over three decades in a new photo book.

How to prepare for a marathon

It's important to stay focused on your goal, whether that's completing the race or a specific time.

photos Is Kendall Jenner's spine tattoo real?

See when bad tattoos happen to Hollywood stars.

Too much pink! NFL to return to yellow penalty flags

But the NFL isn't abandoning it's commitment to breast cancer awareness.

Jennifer Ehle in talks for 'Fifty Shades of Grey'

The cast of “Fifty Shades of Grey” is on the verge of getting a little hotter.

review Pearl Jam flashes old form with 'Lightning Bolt'

Pearl Jam reverts to type on its latest CD.

photos Death toll rises in deadly Cambodian floods

Heavy monsoon rains have affected more than 800,000 people.

Johnny Carson discovered wife's romance with Frank Gifford: report

Carson's lawyer has a new tell-all book.

The new no-faces dating app

New app Twine blurs users’ faces so matches are based purely on common interests.

Tommy Hilfiger launches limited-edition bag to benefit breast cancer research

The brand has launched a limited edition handbag.

'American Horror Story' fans spend night in real asylum

Cody Kaplan isn’t sure what’s going to happen next...

PHOTOS HOT DISH: Padma Lakshmi sizzles on the beach

Reality TV is the ultimate guilty pleasure... except for ogling celeb beach bods.

CONFIDENTI@L Michelle Williams sandbagged at New Yorker Festival

First Michelle Williams’ “Blue Valentine” character was roughed up onscreen, then she got the live treatment.

Clear the air: Does Justin Bieber have reefer fever?

After multiple reports the 19-year-old megastar enjoys regular refer refreshment, TMZ.com posted a new photo Monday that apparently shows Bieber with a spliff, a lighter and some seriously heavy eyelids at an unidentified social gathering.

'DWTS' recap: Sentimental favorite Valerie Harper gets eliminated

Valerie Harper's Viennese waltz to fun's "Carry On" turned out to be her swan swing. Despite being a sentimental favorite of both the judges and the voting public because of her battle with terminal brain cancer, the 74-year-old was eliminated from the dance reality competition Monday night.

Casey Kasem’s kids sue stepmom so they can see, care for dad

Casey Kasem's three oldest kids went to court Monday seeking a conservatorship over the ailing radio icon, hoping legal action will speak louder than words in their bitter feud with stepmom Jean.

Mutiny! 'Captain Phillips' crew members file lawsuit

Several of the real-life crew are attempting to hijack attention with release of the Tom Hanks flick.

Usher facing court battle over ditching co-parenting classes: report

The singer and his ex are still embroiled in custody disputes over their sons.

'Gravity's' science is questioned by famed astrophysicist

Noted astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson seems hellbent on bringing 'Gravity' back down to Earth.

WHERE'S BANKSY NOW? Follow our LIVE BLOG to track the street artist's next move in NYC

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Woody Allen pulls 'Blue Jasmine' from India

He's upset over the government-mandated anti-tobacco warnings that must run with movies.

Johnny Lewis may have fathered a daughter with co-star

The troubled “Sons of Anarchy” actor died after a bizarre rampage last year

photos Cathedral of St. John the Divine celebrates annual Blessing of the Animals day

Each year the Cathedral of St. John the Divine holds its Blessing of the Animals.

British boy stranded abroad due to fear of flying comes home

Joe Thompson, 12, finally flew home last week thanks to a hypnotherapist.

CONFIDENTI@L: Michael Strahan and Nicole Murphy eye a $25M New York pad

Michael Strahan and Nicole Murphy have been renting a $20 million apartment in Beverly Hills for quite a while. But now sources tell Confidenti@l that they took their third look at a $25 million NYC penthouse last week — directly across the street from Strahan’s ABC gig.

T.R. Knight weds longtime boyfriend

The "Grey's Anatomy" star said “I do” over the weekend to his boyfriend of three years.

'Grey's Anatomy' star expecting first child with wife

Jesse Williams is going from TV doctor to real-life dad!

Princess Diana's former lover blasts Naomi Watts biopic

Dr. Hasnat Khan is adding to the harsh reviews of the movie.

Scarlett Johansson is Esquire’s 'Sexiest Woman Alive'

She also won in 2006, and is the first woman to get the honor twice.

Red carpet cover up! Charlize Theron hides neck surgery scar with scarf

The actress was injured on set of a movie years ago but just recently underwent surgery.

The lovely, gun-toting ladies of 'Machete Kills' set movie on fire

The women are formidable in the action flick opening Friday.

Versace taps rapper M.I.A. to create 'bootleg' collection

The Sri Lankan-British Grammy award-winning artist is creating her own line.

Sinead O'Connor blasts Cowell for 'murder of music'

The Irish singer, after dressing down Miley Cyrus, blasted the music mogul.

It's a boy for Halle Berry! Actress, 47, gives birth

There’s a new man in Halle Berry’s life.

Beyond 'The O.C.' sunshine, Mischa Barton stars in 'Dark' indie film

It’s been a long strange trip from 'The O.C.'

EXCLUSIVE Heeere's Danny! Kid still 'Shining' at 40

Dan Lloyd who played Danny Torrence went on to become a pig farmer and science teacher.

New Ray-Ban sunglasses made from solid 18-karat gold

The legendary Aviator sunglasses will soon be available in an exceptionally luxurious edition.

Prince Harry ready to marry longtime girlfriend: report

The former 'partying prince' might be ready to settle down.

Brad Pitt charity showcases new homes in the Rockaways

A group of architects has thrown a life preserver to the Sandy-ravaged nabe.

PHOTOS Oktoberfest 2013: Inside the tents in Munich

Check out these revelers having a blast at the 180th anniversary of the autumn beer festival.

How Instagram can ruin your appetite

A new study reveals a surprising way that sites such as Instagram and Pinterest can ruin your meal.

'BREAKING' INTO BROADWAY: Bryan Cranston makes debut as LBJ

“Breaking Bad” star Bryan Cranston is headed to Broadway, trading in his drug-kingpin pork pie hat for a role as commander-in-chief. The Emmy Award-winning actor will make his debut on the Great White Way portraying President Lyndon B. Johnson in the play “All the Way.”

Kate Moss designing another collection for Topshop

The British supermodel is once again collaborating on a collection for Topshop.

Carson Daly finally tying the knot after six years, two kids

Carson Daly is engaged to his longtime girlfriend, food blogger Siri Pinter. The "Voice" host and the mother of his two children are apparently ready to walk down the aisle after six years together, according to an Us Weekly source.

TV REVIEW 'Valentine Road' tells a depressing story

HBO documentary focuses on 2006 murder of Larry King, a gay Texas middle-schooler.

PHOTO Josh Duhamel shares adorable photo with son Axl

The newest addition to the Duhamel household is already a football fan.

'Homeland' Recap: Carrie has good reason to be paranoid this time

The CIA has declared war on Carrie Mathison.

PHOTOS Giants fall to 0-5 with loss to Eagles

Big blew it again. Giants took a 36-21 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles at home.

New book vividly retells River Phoenix's last night among young Hollywood stars of the 90s

In "Last Night at The Viper Room," we learn about the Hollywood that River Phoenix left behind when he was killed by drug overdose on Halloween night 1993.

Guillermo del Toro to release illustrated book of notes, drawings, more

"He sees with the wonder and stark terror of a child," said James Cameron, the Oscar-winning director.

'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' is no Marvel in ratings

So much for the superheroes.

'CBGB' movie gets only some of the story right

No savvy filmmaker wants to let the facts get in the way of a good story.

'Once Upon a Time in Wonderland' follows Alice after the rabbit hole

Thanks to the last couple of years of prime-time TV, of all things, fairy tales are now one of those rare childhood treasures that adults don’t have to leave behind.

PHOTOS Top beauty picks for fall

Stock up on the Daily News' top fall beauty picks.

CONFIDENTI@L: Ex-husband of Cowell’s pregnant girlfriend has new love

With a very public divorce behind them and the rest of their lives ahead ...

Madonna: I was raped at knifepoint in NYC

In a candid essay for the November issue of Harper's Bazaar, the 55-year-old queen of pop opened up about some painful incidents in her past, including an incident in which she was raped.

Letterman gets two-year contract extension from CBS

CBS has extended its contract with longtime late night host David Letterman.

Chris Brown: I lost my virginity when I was 8 years old

Chris Brown had his first sexual experience long before he was even a teenager, he revealed in an interview. The R&B star said that he lost his virginity when he was just 8 years old to a girl in his hometown of Tappahannock, Virginia.

Kardashian family drama through the years

It seems even when the cameras stop rolling, the drama continues for the Kardashian family ...

Photo exhibit captures 1970s red carpet glamour

Photographer Robert Cumming took photos of some of Hollywood's most glamorous stars during the 1970s. See a stunning selection of his work ...

Incredible celebrity engagement rings

Can you stand the glare? Stars show us their blinding bling.

Abs-olutely hot! Stomachs of the stars

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

Kris Jenner and Bruce Jenner split after 22 years of marriage

Breaking up is hard to do, even if you're rich and famous. See the latest star couples to join the celebrity broken hearts club.

Celebrity photos of the week: Week of September 30

See what all the stars were up to this week ...

Stars who wear underwear as outerwear

The reason it's called underwear is because you're supposed to wear it on the INSIDE of your clothing. Check out celebs who've decided to flip flop their blouses for bras and their pants for panties.

Woman travels world with model skeleton

No bones about it! One woman has embarked on a yearlong trip around the world with Sam, her 42 pound medical skeleton.

She's how old?!

Who's that woman - err - girl? Tinseltown's underage set is looking older than ever thanks to high-end hair, makeup and fashion. Check out the starlets who'll leaving you wondering, 'She's how old?!'

Fashion faceoff: Who wore it better?

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

Hollywood hair chameleons

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 ...

Bad Girls Club

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

When bad tattoos happen to Hollywood stars

Celebrities love to permanently ink themselves -- and sometimes the results aren't pretty. Check out the worst cases of pretty girls getting pretty bad tattoos ...

Bar Refaeli's hottest moments

You've seen her face - and her body - everywhere from the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue to the arm of ex-boyfriend Leonardo DiCaprio.

Scarlett Johansson: Her hottest moments

Scarlett Johansson was voted Esquire magazine's "Sexiest Woman Alive" for 2013. Check out her hottest moments ...

Heidi Klum hosts adorable 'Truly Scrumptious' kids fashion show

Heidi Klum's kids clothing line, Truly Scrumptious, celebrated its one year anniversary at the Vogue Bambini petiteParade Kids Fashion Week in New York on Oct. 5, 2013. Check out some of the top looks from the show ...

Bruce Springsteen through the years

'The Boss' is still rocking! Longtime Daily News contributor Debra L. Rothenberg has chronicled Bruce Springsteen's legendary career for more than 30 years in a new photo book, 'Bruce Springsteen In Focus 1980 - 2012.'

Reality TV's sexiest beach bodies

Reality TV is the ultimate guilty pleasure ... that is, except for ogling celebrity beach bods. Thus, we bring the two together for your viewing pleasure ...

Miley Cyrus' most attention-seeking moments

Miley Cyrus complains about the paparazzi, and yet with each passing day, she's spotted out and about flaunting her body in outfits that just scream "look at me!" From short shorts to see-through tops to the debut of her radically shorn 'do, take a look at the singer/actress' most attention-grabbing moments.

Top beauty picks for fall

Stock up on the Daily News' top fall beauty picks.

Celebrity kids who look just like their famous parents

When it comes to good genetics, these kids have hit the jackpot. Check out which celebrity children have grown up to look just like their famous relatives ...

Cutest kids in Hollywood

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

Celebrity beach bodies 2013

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.

Worst celebrity feuds

Check out some of Hollywood's meanest heavyweights that won't give up a fight.

Sports

Sandusky's son arrested on suspicion of DUI

Cleveland Browns executive Jon Sandusky, the son of former Penn State assistant coach Jerry Sandusky, was cooperative but refused to take a blood test when he was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving in North Dakota, police said Wednesday.

Wizards rookie's random act of kindness goes viral

Without even playing a minute, Otto Porter, Jr. is already becoming a Wizards' fan favorite. Porter, selected third overall in the 2013 NBA Draft out of Georgetown, was the subject a glowing letter to the Washington Post from a reader who witnessed the budding pro star buy lunch for a homeless man outside a local sandwich shop.

Packers' Matthews out 'multiple weeks' with thumb injury

Packers coach Mike McCarthy says Pro Bowl linebacker Clay Matthews will miss at least a couple weeks with a thumb injury. McCarthy said Wednesday that Matthews may have to play with a cast when he returns. He says it could be “multiple weeks” overall.

Red Sox and L.L. Bean team up on Fenway tarp boots

These boots were made for talking. L.L. Bean and the Red Sox have come together on an attention-getting pair of boots that have an interesting backstory.

NFL to play three games in London next season

The NFL will play three regular-season games at London’s Wembley Stadium next year, hosted by the Jaguars, Falcons and Raiders. The league announced Tuesday at its fall meetings that it was expanding its international series.

Falcons could lose Julio Jones for the season

The Atlanta Falcons could lose Julio Jones for the season after the Pro Bowl receiver injured his foot Monday in a 30-28 loss to the New York Jets. Coach Mike Smith says Jones, the NFL leader with 41 catches, did not get encouraging results from a visit with doctors Tuesday morning.

Ghana says it's too dangerous to play game in Cairo

Ghana wants a neutral venue for next month’s crucial World Cup playoff against Egypt, saying it’s too dangerous to play the game in Cairo. In a letter to FIFA published on its website, the Ghana Football Association said the match should be moved to a “safe and secure” venue.

Too much pink! NFL to return to yellow penalty flags

There will be a little less pink on the field when the NFL kicks off Week 6. But the NFL isn't abandoning it's commitment to breast cancer awareness, it's just trying to cause a little less confusion on the field.

A's almost brawl with Tigers before taking 2-1 ALDS lead

Turns out the Oakland Athletics don’t need a brilliant pitching performance to beat Detroit. They can outslug the Tigers too. Brandon Moss, Josh Reddick and Seth Smith homered for the Athletics, who chased Anibal Sanchez in the fifth inning Monday and beat the Tigers 6-3 for a 2-1 AL division series lead.

Feinsand: In Tampa universe, Evan almighty

Before the Rays tried to stave off elimination for a fourth time in eight days, Joe Maddon explained the challenge his team faced down two games to none against the Red Sox. “We have to turn this boulder around pretty quickly,” Maddon said.

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