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IN COLD BLOOD: Two shot at ice rink in heart of NYC, teen victim feared paralyzed as manhunt for shooter continues

A gunman shot a 20-year-old man in the arm and 14-year-old Adonis Mera (pictured center) in the back — and the teen's family fears he may never walk again. Police are searching for the suspected shooter, described as a black male with dreadlocks in a red hooded shirt. read full story »

CURES & CURSES: The News looks at how Obamacare has radically affected the lives of 4 people, for better or worse

The rollout of Obamacare has been marked by embarrassing technical glitches, finger-pointing and a stream of apologies. But a look at how the new health care law is impacting New Yorkers reveals an even more complicated picture.

Giants great Lawrence Taylor: 'Bullied' Miami Dolphins lineman Jonathan Martin not welcome in my locker room

LT tells The News' Gary Myers he doesn’t condone what Richie Incognito did in the explosive bullying case in Miami, but says he would never accept Martin back because he’s disgusted he didn’t stick up for himself.

Animal rights activist found dead with 31 of her dogs in running car in her garage, authorities say

Sandra Lertzman, 62, was found dead along with 31 of her dogs, many of them puppies, in a running car in the garage of her Moreland Hills home on Monday.

Miami Herald journalist released by Venezuelan authorities

Venezuelan authorities have released a Miami Herald reporter they detained almost two days ago while he reported on the South American country's economic crisis.

Texas man gets death penalty for lighting gas station clerk on fire

A Texas man was sentenced to death for lighting a 76-year-old gas station clerk on fire even after she cooperated during a robbery last year.

PHOTOS: She's the one! Miss Universe 2013 crowned

SEE IT Michigan homeless veteran gets makeover

The nearly three-minute video featuring Jim Wolf of Grand Rapids had received more than 5 million clicks on YouTube as of Saturday.

Family of 14-year-old sentenced to death in 1944 seeks new trial

Supporters of a 14-year-old South Carolina boy put to death in the electric chair in 1944 for killing two girls are asking a judge to grant him a new trial.

Strauss-Kahn's ex to lay claim to $100M Matisse from Nazi art find

The long-suffering former wife of Dominique Strauss-Kahn, is set to claim ownership of a $100 million Matisse painting found among a recently-discovered Nazi art horde.

Morgan Stanley bigwig secretly taped sex romps: prosecutors

Morgan Stanley private wealth manager John C. Kelly secretly filmed sexual encounters with three women in his E. 69th St. pad between September 2011 and December 2012, prosecutors said.

Ex-major leaguer Jose Offerman missing amid attack suit

Six years after attacking two opposing players with a bat during a minor league baseball game in Connecticut, ex-major leaguer Jose Offerman is nowhere to be found.

Raissman: Media share some of blame for exploiting hostile culture of NFL

You know when you got a big problem? When a national network newscast sends a crew to your workplace for a live shot. The National Football League was in deep before ABC World News Tonight led its Monday report with the nauseating details of this Richie Incognito-Jonathan Martin bullying story.

Mass. toddler killed in freak parked-car accident: cops

Bennett Roaf, just 18 months old, was killed when the parked care began rolling backwards, knocking his mother and him to the ground.

Murder conviction quashed after man spends 34 years in prison

A man jailed for murder for 34 years has had his conviction quashed after it was revealed that one of the main witnesses was lying. Kash Delano Register broke down and cried on Thursday after a Los Angeles judge threw out his conviction for shooting dead elderly Jack Sasson in April 1979.

WHO IS HE? India-born Twitter investor who earned $3.8 billion in IPO is so secretive he reportedly has assistant wipe his pictures from Internet

India-born Suhail Rizvi owns a huge 15.6% stake in the IPO darling and what is known about him would barely fill 140-character tweet.

Italian millionaire busted after claiming he only made $5 a year

Italian police have arrested a businessman who claimed he earned only $5 a year after it was discovered he owned $400 million of assets, including 18 properties. Detectives swooped on Giovanni Montresor after an investigation by tax officials.

Print is Dead! The Onion to cease print edition

Satirical news site "The Onion" is sure to make some readers cry after it announced this week that it will halt production on its print edition starting Dec. 12.

Courtney Stodden, 19, opens up on split with much-older hubby

Two Navy admirals linked to bribery scandal where defense contractor allegedly paid in hookers and cash are barred access to classified materials

Vice Admiral Ted (Twig) Branch, director of naval intelligence, and Rear Admiral Bruce Loveless, director of intelligence operations, were also placed on leave Friday, authorities said.

Mom recounts rotten Romeo’s horrific murder of family

A California widow confessed in court that the sound of her husband’s death cries still ring in her dreams.

‘Hitler Prize’ in Italy: 'Fuhrer' over 'creeping Nazism'

An Italian trade union has been criticized after deciding to an award a "Hitler Prize" for people who distinguish themselves working with animals.

Carson Daly to Xtina: 'We appreciate you kept your boobs'

SEE IT 'I’ll rip his f-----g throat out. I’ll poke his eyes out’: Disgraced Toronto Mayor Rob Ford's wild tirade caught in newly-emerged recording

One day after Rob Ford admitted to smoking crack cocaine, a new video surfaced showing the disgraced Toronto Mayor acting unhinged and screaming threats. "I'm gonna kill that f-----g guy."

WATCH! Jon Stewart weighs in on Dolphins' bullying scandal

There may be nothing funny about bullying, but there sure is something absurd about the oddly positive reaction of some around the NFL to what Richie Incognito allegedly did to Jonathan Martin in the Miami Dolphin bullying scandal. And leave it to Jon Stewart to show just how absurd it is.

Warren Sapp was a bully, say ex-Buccaneers teammates Keyshawn Johnson and Chidi Ahanotu

Warren Sapp seems to have a lot more in common with bullying poster boy Richie Incognito than he'd like to admit. Sapp has himself been called out as a bully by two former teammates.

Surviving members of WWII Doolittle Raid to meet one last time

Only four members of the Doolittle Raiders are alive, and only three could make it to Dayton Saturday for one final toast saluting the April 18, 1942 raid on Japan that helped boost American morale during World War II.

Miami Dolphins lineman Martin to meet with NFL special investigator over alleged team bullying case

The Dolphins enjoyed a scheduled day off Friday as they readied to return to the field Monday night against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but offensive lineman Jonathan Martin made his own arrangements.

Is Hillary Clinton on the campaign trail already? Her event schedule sure looks like it

She’s not running for President — officially, anyway — but Hillary Clinton’s schedule sure resembles that of a campaigning candidate.

Joan Rivers prevails in condo board catfight with flamboyant tenant

Joan Rivers prevailed in her condo board catfight against the bottle-blond bombshell who was posting up in the ground-floor unit of her post upper East Side building.

Israel is only suspect in death of Arafat: Palestinian investigator

Israel is the only suspect in the 2004 death of Yasser Arafat, the chief Palestinian investigator in the case alleged Friday, a day after Swiss scientists said the Palestinian leader was probably poisoned by radioactive polonium.

Lupica: If Dolan wants Knicks to stay afloat without Chandler, he should listen to the best basketball man in his organization — his head coach

The Knicks aren’t suddenly the Yankees because they don’t have Tyson Chandler the way the Yankees didn’t have Derek Jeter and Mark Teixeira for most of the season.

Raissman: It's time for Dolan to channel his interests

If we were one of the famed Rockettes (there’s a scary thought) we would be looking over our shoulder. James (Guitar Jimmy) Dolan, the proprietor of Radio City, has placed his other dance troupe, the Knicks City Dancers, under creative control of his Gulag Dance Theater.

KILLER CLOWN: Dramatic footage surfaces of party where Mexican drug lord is gunned down by costume-clad assassin

Amateur video of the brutal killing of feared kingpin Francisco Rafael Arellano Felix has shown up on YouTube.

Family of Tyler Clementi to walk George Washington Bridge to honor gay teen driven to suicide

The gay youth's parents and older brother are set to march across the George Washington Bridge with an anti-bullying group — their first return to the site since Tyler jumped from the span in September 2010.

EXCLUSIVE NEW RECORD: NYC goes a day with stabbing, killing or shooting for the SECOND time in less than a year

The last time the city saw a 24-hour blood-free streak, on Nov. 26, 2012, no one could recall a similar occurrence.

Bolivians bring human skulls to church for festival

Hundreds of Bolivians carried human skulls to the chapel at La Paz cemetery for blessing on Friday, asking for health, money, love and other favors.

European satellite falling back to Earth

A 2,000-pound satellite has run out of fuel and will likely re-enter Earth's atmosphere on Sunday or Monday, officials said.

Former Rep. Giffords enlisting vets for gun control

Former Arizona Rep. Gabrielle Giffords and husband Mark Kelly are trying to enlist veterans in their effort to bring about changes in gun laws, most notably to expand the use of background checks.

No ifs, ands or butts! Kim is a good mom

LOST AND FOUND: Former Wisconsin honor roll student missing since 2004 found alive in Mexico with her three children

Connie McCallister mysteriously disappeared in 2004, and was thought to have run off with her boyfriend of the time, later revealing that she was drugged, taken to the country against her will, and abused.

Boy, 9, brings loaded gun onto school bus

The 9-year-old was spotted by bus driver Debra Dryden, who noticed the boy sitting with an older student and acting suspiciously. She later noticed the gun and alerted her dispatcher, who alerted police.

1 WTC or Chicago's Willis Tower: Which will be tallest?

see it Photo of black man sleeping on Jewish man's shoulder on the subway goes viral around the world

Oscar "Isaac" Theil, 65, was on his way home on the Q train when an unidentified man fell asleep on his shoulder for more than a half hour — and both became internet sensations.

Liu to sue city over $3.5M denied matching funds

Controller John Liu plans to sue the city over the denial of $3.5 million in public matching funds during his failed mayoral campaign, the Daily News learned Friday.

THE GRANDDADDY OF ALL PIMPS: Man, 75, pleads guilty to running prostitution ring at senior complex

James Parham, 75, has pleaded guilty of possession of drug paraphernalia and maintaining a nuisance for purposes of engaging in unlawful conduct.

John Kerry wheels and deals with Iran over nuclear program on surprise trip to Geneva summit

Secretary of State John Kerry made a surprise trip to Geneva on Friday hoping to hammer home an interim nuclear deal with Iran, despite fierce opposition from Israel.

72-year-old Florida woman starved to death, authorities say

A 72-year-old Florida woman, under the care of her daughter and granddaughter, was starved to death and weighed only 59 pounds when she died in 2012, authorities claim.

'I hope you die, b---h!': Mother of 16-month-old boy rails at her son's accused shooter in court

The mother of a 16-month-old Brooklyn baby who was gunned down in a botched shooting exploded with a barrage of expletives Friday when she saw one of her boy's accused killers in court for the first time.

U.S., Israel lose UNESCO voting rights in dispute over Palestinian membership

America's global influence in culture, science and education took a giant blow Friday when the U.S. lost voting rights at UNESCO by missing a deadline to repay its debt to the world’s cultural agency.

NYPD detective pleads guilty to cyber snooping on his colleagues

Veteran NYPD detective Edwin Vargas, 42, has pleaded guilty to cyber-snooping his co-workers, admitting he paid a computer hacking service for access to the email accounts of colleagues at his Bronx precinct.

SEE IT Homeless veteran gets shocking transformational makeover

The nearly three-minute video featuring Jim Wolf of Grand Rapids had received more than 5 million clicks on YouTube as of Saturday.

Six Medal of Honor recipients will be honored in Veterans Day Parade

These Medal of Honor recipients are scheduled to participate in the Veterans Day Parade. Here are the stories of the astonishing bravery that won them the nation’s highest military honor.

Jaimie Alexander's major wardrobe malfunction

Kate Upton a gorgeous lady in red at Melbourne Cup

Oldest woman in New York City Marathon dies at 86

Her race is run. Joy Johnson, the oldest woman to compete in the ING New York City Marathon on Sunday, died in her sleep the next day, her sneakers still laced on her feet.

Woman lost legs due to hospital negligence, jury hears

They took her legs and most of her hearing after botching a simple gynecological procedure — but lawyers for the prestigious Long Island hospital being sued for a young mother’s tragic circumstances told a jury she should be thankful for their lifesaving care.

James Dolan flips out on struggling Knicks, even cracks down on dancers

We know of at least one person taking James Dolan seriously when the boss says he expects the Knicks to win the NBA championship this year.

Pregnant wife stabbed while FaceTiming with deployed husband

A deployed soldier listened helplessly on the phone while a fellow Army man brutally stabbed his pregnant wife.

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Cadillac’s ELR plug-in hybrid has a fashionable new address at Saks Fifth Avenue

Santa might have a tough time getting this Caddy down the chimney!

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Bullying is a foul, says NBA

The NBA sent a memo to all 30 teams reiterating the league’s policy that no form of bullying or hazing will be tolerated.

Vikings receiver Simpson arrested for DWI

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jerome Simpson was released from jail Saturday on $12,000 bond, about seven hours after he was arrested overnight on suspicion of driving while intoxicated.

McCarron helps No. 1 Alabama roll past No. 10 LSU

AJ McCarron threw three touchdown passes, T.J. Yeldon ran for 133 yards and two scores and No. 1 Alabama overwhelmed No. 10 LSU 38-17 Saturday night.

Ex-major leaguer Offerman missing amid attack suit

Six years after attacking two opposing players with a bat during a minor league baseball game in Connecticut, ex-major leaguer Jose Offerman is nowhere to be found.

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Kylie Jenner sparks Twitter uproar over 'bipolar' tweet

‘Snake Salvation’ pastor’s collection of 53 venomous snakes seized by wildlife agents

Tennessee’s Wildlife Resources Agency seized 53 venomous snakes on Thursday from a pastor who claims the deadly reptiles help him worship God.

Walmart worker protest ends with more than 50 arrested in Los Angeles

More than 50 people demanding better wages for Walmart workers in a protest organized by a union activists were arrested outside the retailer’s store in the Chinatown section of Los Angeles on Thursday night.

Arrests in cold case of beaten, raped, kidnapped woman rescued by mother from Texas house of horrors

Three Texas men were arrested this week for allegedly kidnapping, torturing and repeatedly raping a woman they held captive for eight months, authorities said Friday.

Fired NYC Correction Officer blames boss for inmate's death, says he was told not to 'bother' him unless man was 'dead'

A rookie guard who got the sack charges in a lawsuit that his boss told him he did not want to be “bothered” with the physical ills of inmates with mental health issues unless the inmate was “dead.”

MetroCard glitch leaves riders unable pay with cards

Riders at 126 subway stations — 26% of the system — were unable to buy MetroCards with credit or debit cards for hours Thursday morning because of technical problems.

SURVIVOR'S SELFIE: Blood-covered pilot who survived mid-air collision took photo of himself — moments after horrific accident

The pilot who miraculously dodged death by parachuting out of a mid-air collision said even he has trouble believing his story of survival.

Want to punch like Bruce Lee? Long Island City gym offers classes in the art of stage fighting — the first of its kind in the city

Cinematic Fight Studio prepares actors to become the next Jean Claude Van Damme or Bruce Lee.

DAY OF THE LIVING DEAD: Mourner shocked as body suddenly emerges from grave in cemetery

The petrified woman turned around after hearing faint noises — and saw what appeared to be a corpse sitting up and waving its arms around.

Margot Robbie shoots down Will Smith cheating rumors

Selena Gomez gets really naughty for hot magazine shoot

Pot dispensary owner tortured, has penis severed during robbery; 4 charged after international manhunt

Four people were charged with kidnapping a California marijuana dispensary owner, torturing him with a blowtorch and cutting off his penis because they thought he was burying piles of cash.

President Obama says there’s ‘no question’ shutdown hurt job market

President Barack Obama says there “no question” that last month’s partial government shutdown hurt the nation’s jobs market. The president is speaking hours after the Labor Department reported that the economy added 204,000 jobs in October.

Pinkberry co-founder found guilty of roughing up homeless man with tire iron

A Los Angeles jury found 49-year-old froyo entrepreneur Young Lee guilty of attacking Daniel Bolding with a tire iron after the panhandler exposed a tattoo of two stick figures having sex.

SEE THE SHOCKING VIDEO: 22-year-old jailed for misdemeanor pot bust LEFT TO DIE in cell as guards ignored his extreme dairy allergy, lawsuit claims

Michael Saffioti, 22, died in his cell in Washington state jail last year after eating oatmeal that triggered his debilitating allergy. His family claims in a lawsuit that guards ignored his calls for help and recklessly disregarded the seriousness of his condition.

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Japan chooses most beautiful witch — over age 35

Japan has crowned its most "Beautiful Witch", a 39-year-old housewife. Mayumi Nashimura took first prize at the annual National Beautiful Witches Contest, a beauty pageant for over 35s only.

Mentally ill Rikers inmates often routinely thrown in solitary: study

Mentally ill inmates at Rikers Island are routinely thrown in solitary confinement — in some cases spending thousands of days in the hole, according to a watchdog group’s study.

SEE IT: Sleepy driver crashes into mattress store

A dozy driver fell asleep at the wheel and ended up crashing into a mattress store. The unnamed woman lost control after catching 40 winks at the wheel - and plowed head-on into the Sleep Expert store Monday night in Dallas.

Edward Snowden duped NSA co-workers to give him logins & passwords: report

Former U.S. National Security Agency contractor Edward Snowden used login credentials and passwords provided unwittingly by colleagues at a spy base in Hawaii to access some of the classified material he leaked to the media, sources said.

TGIF! Best celebrity photos of the week

Has Lamar moved out of the mansion he shares with Khloe?

exclusive Mob attorney Bruce Cutler arrested for assaulting man at steakhouse

In-your-face mob attorney Bruce Cutler socked a fellow patron in the kisser at a Manhattan steakhouse and ended up under arrest, police sources said Friday. Cutler, 65, was busted Thursday night after allegedly punching a 38-year-old man at pricey Porter House in Columbus Circle.

Woman sets apartment ablaze over missing phone: cops

A woman enraged over a missing cell phone allegedly torched a pile of clothes in an East Harlem apartment early Friday, igniting a blaze that left a man in critical condition, police said.

3-month-old Bronx baby’s June death ruled a homicide as cops eye father

The June death of a 3-month-old Bronx baby girl has been ruled a homicide, and investigators are trying to determine if her dad was the killer, sources said Friday.

95 AND STILL GOING STRONG: Nearly 1,000 guests, including Donald Trump and Sarah Palin, gather for Billy Graham's birthday

Rupert Murdoch, Donald Trump and Sarah Palin were among the conservative heavyweights who flocked to North Carolina on Thursday to toast Billy Graham on the preacher's 95th birthday.

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Navy christens the USS Gerald R. Ford

It's the most technologically advanced aircraft carrier the United States has built.

SEE IT: Jennifer Aniston shows off haircut

It's the new Jen! Actress Jennifer Aniston — whose hair has a reputation of its own — can be seen happily sporting her bob cut in an up close silly photo posted by her longtime hairstylist Chris McMillan on Saturday.

Robert Pattinson, Dylan Penn: 'It is a romance,’ says source

Has Robert Pattinson met his match? The "Twilight" star and Dylan Penn (model daughter of Sean Penn and Robin Wright) do not refer to each other as "boyfriend and girlfriend," but " it is a romance," a source told E! News.

LADY GANJA: 'Sober' pop star no longer puffing 15 JOINTS a day

Lady Gaga says she is now the “soberest” she’s been in the last five years.

Prince Philip to legless vet: ‘Lose the feet’ — use 'wheels'

Gaffe-prone Prince Philip, the husband of Britain's Queen Elizabeth, is in the headlines ...

Actor Anthony Mackie busted for drunk driving

Anthony Mackie's tinted windows led him to a drunk driving bust.

EXCLUSIVE Alicia Keys' raises $4M to help kids with AIDS

The Girl on Fire made it rain at Hammerstein Ballroom.

Soderbergh has old-school NYC in 'The Knick' of time

Judging by this incredible series, the film industry’s loss is TV's gain after Steven Soderbergh's retirement.

Scanner counts calories on your plate

A new device could change the way fitness trackers tabulate their caloric burn.

Victor Cruz on grooming, twice-a-month pedicures

The Giants' star opens up about how he stays so smooth off the field.

Jonathan Franzen slams J.D. Salinger

You can add J.D. Salinger and E.M. Forster’s “Howard’s End” to the list of Jonathan Franzen’s dislikes.

Denise, Brooke 'cordial' at custody meeting

Are Denise Richards and Brooke Mueller finally seeing eye to eye?

Alanis' 'Jagged Little Pill' to hit Broadway

Ready to fall head over feet for theater? Alanis Morissette's angst-ridden album is heading to Broadway.

Scott Disick mourning his mother

The “Keeping up with the Kardashians” star is devastated by the death of his mother, friends say.

'Breaking Bad' spin-off may be 'mix of prequel and sequel'

"Breaking Bad" fans may have ended, but spin-off 'Better Call Saul' is going full steam ahead.

CONFIDENTI@L Kendall not on her best birthday behavior

Kendall Jenner rented out all of Six Flags Magic Mountain in California for her family.

Eminem's childhood home damaged in Detroit fire

Firefighters responded to an inferno in the two-story bungalow, located south of notorious 8 mile road.

Time's 'Gods of Food' sparks uproar

The magazine is facing backlash for what cover story that celebrated a group of tastemakers.

PHOTOS 'The Knick' transforms NYC

Period drama "The Knick" gave Orchard Street in the NYC's Lower East Side a 1900s makeover.

'Horror Story' hoping to keep Bassett, Bates

The actresses have both been approached to return for season four of 'American Horror Story.'

Texas senator Wendy Davis to pen memoir

The gubernatorial hopeful and feminist folk hero has signed a deal to publish an autobiography.

‘Homewrecker’ site shames mistresses

She's A Homewrecker is like a modern-day scarlet letter or a cyber burn book.

REVEALED: Tom Cruise on why Katie Holmes fled with Suri

Tom Cruise has admitted in an explosive court deposition that actress Katie Holmes fled their marriage to shield their daughter from Scientology.

Sharon Osbourne apologizes for insulting 'The View' hosts

Sharon Osbourne is already waving the white flag in her feud with the ladies of "The View."

Chris Christie guest stars on Michael J. Fox show

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie showcased his acting chops on the small screen Thursday as a guest star on Michael J. Fox's NBC sitcom.

Farber: As far as shockers go, Miley's no Madonna

Cyrus has made the most of twerking, but Madonna was the real deal.

'Thor: The Dark World's' Hiddleston schemes for more Loki

As with everything about Loki, the future of the beloved Marvel villain played by actor Tom Hiddleston is shrouded in mystery.

Where are New Yorkers having sex?

Want to get lucky? Head to East Harlem — one of the areas where New Yorkers have the most sexual partners.

photos Typhoon Haiyan slams Philippines

With winds clocking in at 195 mph and storm surges expected to rise up to 23 feet, Typhoon Haiyan could turn into the strongest tropical cyclone to ever make landfall in the Philippines ...

Eminem's childhood home damaged in Detroit fire

Eminem's Detroit childhood home was damaged in a fire on Thursday. Firefighters responded to a conflagration in the two-story bungalow, located south of the city's notorious 8 mile road, at 6:20 pm on Thursday evening, the Detroit Free Press reports.

System Update: Getting ready for XCOM: The Enemy Within

XCOM: Enemy Unknown was one of my favorite PC games of 2012, a masterful blend of turn-based combat, base-building and resource management. And somehow, it is about to get even better.

What your skin says about your heart health

Women who look younger than their years may have lower risks of heart disease and stroke and a greater chance of outliving someone the same age but with more wrinkles, a study announced Thursday suggests.

Hospitals more dangerous in July only for sickest: study

Rumor has it the worst time and place to be sick is in a teaching hospital in July, when new doctors-in-training enter the wards and others are promoted. A new study of heart attack patients shows this pattern of worse outcomes known as the "July effect" may indeed be true - but only for the sickest people.

NBC's 'Today' to broadcast first commercial spaceflight live

NBC announced that the “Today” show nabbed the rights to broadcast the first ever commercial space flight by next year.

‘Daily Show’ tears into Barneys, Jay Z over racial profiling claims — SEE THE VIDEO

Let’s hope the suddenly silent rapper Jay Z hasn’t lost his sense of humor.

Is the end near? Khloe and Lamar selling their mansion

Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom are reportedly looking for a fresh start.

SEE IT: Heidi Montag shows off reduced breast implants

Heidi Montag has significantly downsized. The former "Hills" star, who in 2010 infamously went under the knife for nine plastic surgeries at once, has now reduced her F-cup implants.

Justin Bieber steals bike at Las Vegas hotel

Justin Bieber swiped a bike and got busted, immediately. In a surveillance video obtained by TMZ, the pop star can be seen stealing a bike while he was in Las Vegas for the Floyd Mayweather fight in mid-September.

Bacon-scented deodorant launches for meat-lovers

If you sweat like a pig, maybe this meaty deodorant can help.

State Department spokesperson Jen Psaki makes splash with stylish necklaces

State Department spokesperson Jen Psaki is keeping her eye on the bauble.

Kate Middleton goes from duchess to GRAY lady

Kate Middleton's normally flawless coiffure had a couple streaks of silver on Thursday. The Duchess of Cambridge stepped out with her husband Prince William in support of London Poppy Day.

Bradley Cooper, Rachel McAdams get cozy in Hawaii

The cameras are always rolling in Hollywood! When the stars aren't on the red carpet, you'll more than likely find them on set filming their next great blockbuster. Check out these famous actors and actresses in action ...

Kissing and telling it all: Melissa Joan Hart names best hookups

Melissa Joan Hart is kissing and telling it all. The "Clarissa Explains It All" star had no problem recounting — and name-dropping — several of her past celebrity hookups in her new book, "Melissa Explains it All," which hit shelves on Oct. 29.

Avril Lavigne’s ex Deryck Whibley finally files to drop her last name

Avril Lavigne's ex-husband has been carrying around a piece of her three years after their divorce. Sum 41's Dweryck Jason Lavigne Whibley legally took his wife's name when they said "I do" in 2006, and Thursday filed the documents to drop it, TMZ reported.

MOVIE REVIEW 'The Armstrong Lie'

Alex Gibney is bringing us “The Armstrong Lie,” in which we learn that ... Lance Armstrong is a liar.

Sharon Osbourne tells 'The View' hosts to 'go f--- themselves'

In a visit to "The Arsenio Hall Show" on Wednesday with the rest of her "Talk" panelists, the foul-mouthed chat queen told the ladies of "The View" to "go f-k themselves."

SEE IT 'RoboCop' trailer shows remake is an upgrade

New trailer for “RoboCop” reboot shows the film to be an improvement of 1987 cult classic.

Creepy 'Twilight' baby revealed

Behind-the-scenes feature shows fans animatronic doll that was supposed to play Edward and Bella's child.

'Thor's' star prepared for decades to face Hopkins

Christopher Eccleston, who plays the dark elf Malekith, endured six hours in makeup chair for the role.

Pardo nominated for Latin Grammy Song of the Year

The Venezuela-born guitarist of Los Amigos Invisibles wrote "La Que Me Gusta."

Puerto Rican Heritage Film Festival set for Nov. 13

Now in its third year, the festival pays homage to Puerto Rico during its heritage month.

Clingy spouses most likely to cheat?

Needy and insecure people in relationships are more likely to be unfaithful, study finds.

Carlos Vives’ gets five Latin Grammy nods

Carlos Vives is walking into the awards show as the heavy favorite.

Book award winner vows to donate to prostitutes

William T. Vollman says if tapped for a Nobel Prize: “It will be fun to give some to prostitutes.”

'Today' show prostate exams is Rx for healthy TV ratings

Not only a potentially life-saving procedure, but a handy morning show ratings grabber.

Marvel and Netflix team up for four new super hero series

Marvel announced four live-action series featuring some of its most popular super heroes.

The best time to drink coffee

You might want to wait until mid-morning for your first cup of java.

TRAGIC: Olsen twins say they're unlikely to return to acting

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen have no plans to go back into acting ever again.

see it Olympic torch blasts into space ahead of Sochi Games

A rocket carrying the Olympic flame successfully blasted off Thursday from earth ahead of the Sochi 2014 Winter Games.

Eva Longoria talks to The News about directorial debut

Eva Longoria has taken the director's chair in "Out of the Blue."

Check Jen's new piercing

A new haircut isn't the only thing Jennifer Aniston is sporting these days.

Does Jada approve? Hubby Will Smith takes racy photos with 'Focus' costar

Will Smith got up close and personal with his "Focus" costar Margot Robbie.

Charlie Sheen hit with restraining order from ex Brooke Mueller

Meanwhile, his son (at left) appears injured in newly released photos.

photos Ooh la la! Supermodel Gisele strips down for Vogue Paris

Been naughty? These stars have!

George Strait, Taylor Swift earn top honors at the CMA gala

The Country Music Association Awards paid tribute to the past, present and future.

'Today' show hosts get prostates checked on live TV

Al Roker and Matt Lauer got up close and personal with their health Thursday.

Pam Anderson: Finishing NYC Marathon was ‘like giving birth’

Pamela Anderson stopped by "The Ellen Show" on Thursday to accept an apology from host Ellen DeGeneres, after the comedian made a wager that the former "Baywatch" babe couldn't complete the New York City Marathon on Nov. 3.

Jennifer Lawrence dishes on why she got a pixie cut

Jennifer Lawrence was ready for a change. The 23-year-old actress shocked fans when she debuted a dramatic new pixie cut in a photo uploaded to her Facebook page Wednesday.

photos Sizzling coats bring the Winter heat

Snug sparklers blitz winter with style and color ...

Laverne and Shirley reunite for kids' show 'Sam & Cat'

They play feuding former TV co-stars Friday night on the Nickelodeon series.

Priyanka Chopra is the face of Guess' new holiday campaign

The Bollywood star and former Miss World stars in a sexy black-and-white ad.

photos Rihanna flaunts her toned abs in Barbados

These celebs love flaunting their picture-perfect beach bodies.

photos JLaw chops her locks for pixie cut

Sometimes it's just time for a (drastic) change.

KISS of the Spider-Man: Gene says he's been offered 'Turn Off the Dark' role

Gene Simmons set tongues wagging Wednesday.

Farber: As far as shockers go, Miley's no Madonna

Cyrus has made the most of twerking, but Madonna was the real deal.

THEATER REVIEW 'Nothing to Hide'

This grin- and wonder-inducing little magic show stars Derek DelGaudio and Helder Guimaraes..

You don't know Jack

The life and death of JFK was a defining dramas of the 20th century — but it never saw the stage until now.

MOVIE REVIEW 'Go for Sisters'

If this were the work of a lesser filmmaker, it would feel like the pilot for a soon-to-be-forgotten TV series.

Jon and Kate plus hate

Ex-reality stars in a public dispute over comments that Jon Gosselin made to Oprah about their kids.

PHOTOS NFL's good cheer

No recap of last weekend's football games would be complete without a look at NFL cheerleaders in action.

Sofia Vergara's family has it all: Good looks and GREAT hair

The 'Modern Family' star is the new face of Head & Shoulders.

PHOTOS Bill de Blasio's road to City hall

Take a look at de Blasio's career so far in the Big Apple.

Nick Carter: Bring back the NSYNC/BSB rivalry*

Backstreet Boy Nick Carter may specialize in cheery, infectious pop music, but his personal life has had some much darker notes. In his new book, "Facing the Music and Living to Talk About It," Carter chats about how he tackled the tough stuff over the past two decades, from his sister's death to a long battle with drug addiction.

Baldwin could testify in alleged stalker

Alec Baldwin's stalker case is going to trial — and the "30 Rock" star could emerge as star witness.

Miley announces 'Bangerz Tour'

Miley Cryus will be kicking off her new tour on Valentine’s Day.

Key autism warning sign found?

Babies begin showing signs of autism at just two to six months old, new evidence suggests.

PHOTOS 'Jersey Shore' star Vinny flaunts his abs

Vinny Guadagnino showed off his rock hard stomach in a mirror selfie.

Kelly shares painful tattoo removal session

Turns out, Kelly Osbourne's tattoos are not so permanent.

PHOTOS Bizarre vending machines

Check out the random items you can get with a simple push of a vending machine button.

Chris Pratt: I 'loved to always get naked'

"Delivery Man" actor admitted that stripping was one of his odd jobs before making it big.

UK store introduces larger mannequins

Debenhams will be Britain's first mainstream store to use size 14 mannequins to represent "average women."

FX renews 'American Horror Story'

FX has signed up "American Horror Story" for a fourth season of ghoulish fun.

Matt Lauer, Al Roker to get prostate exams on live TV

"The Today Show" co-hosts to undergo every man's least favorite medical procedure Thursday morning.

'Thor' star Kat Dennings endured own hero's journey

"2 Broke Girls" star Kat Dennings doesn't get a costume in her second super hero film.

REVIEW Sony Vaio Tap 11

Sometimes, you want a tablet that's more powerful than a mere tablet.

Tom Cruise denies abandoning Suri after Katie Holmes split

Cruise filed $50 million suits against two magazines for claiming he ditched his daughter.

Anne Hathaway is ‘not pregnant,’ rep tells The News

The Academy Award-winning actress is not expecting her first child, her rep confirmed.

Liam Hemsworth stays silent on Miley, says Jennifer Lawrence is ‘an absolute maniac'

Hemsworth stayed mum on Miley during his appearance on Jay Leno.

Lady Gaga will sing in outer space in 2015

The singer is heading into outer space as part of a music festival in New Mexico, Us Weekly reports.

Jon Favreau tapped to direct ‘The Jungle Book’: report

The upcoming Disney live-action revamp of the beloved kid classic might have a director attached.

‘Orange is the New Black’ cables worth $4K stolen after Brooklyn shoot

A thief swiped $4,000 worth of five-wire banded cables from the set after a shoot in Park Slope.

OUCH! Ryan Lochte tears MCL in bizarre encounter with fan

Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte has been sidelined after an encounter with an enthusiastic fan.

Vanessa Carlton reveals ectopic pregnancy, cancels tour dates

The singer, 33, was forced to cancel tour dates and took to her website to explain her absence.

photos 'Thor' actress suffers MAJOR red carpet wardrobe malfunction

Nearly all of Hollywood has experienced the dreaded moment of overexposure.

photos Miley wears her heart — and her grandma — on her sleeve

Check out the celebs sporting some new ink.

Paul Simon, Sting announce 'On Stage Together' tour

Paul Simon and Sting will be touring the U.S. together from Feb. 8 to Mar. 16.

PHOTOS Mayor-elect Bill de Blasio's road to City hall

Take a look at de Blasio's career so far in the Big Apple.

Priyanka Chopra is face of Guess in sexy new ads

The international ready-to-wear brand chose the Indian actress as the face of its Guess Holiday 2013 campaign.

Food goddess Alice Waters to speak in Brooklyn

Alice Waters she loves the “not fancy but pure” food she eats in the borough.

photos Swiss 'Jetman' completes flight around Mount Fuji

Swiss aviator Yves Rossy, known as the Jetman, successfully completed a flight around Mount Fuji

photos RED ALERT: Sultry Kate Upton sizzles in Melbourne

Upton is taking the fashion industry by storm with her voluptuous curves and girl-next-door appeal.

EATS BEAT Candy Crush gets real, with treats inspired by the game

We might just have a new obesity epidemic on our hands.

Kardashian clan dons elegant gowns on the beach

The Kardashian clan is back at work promoting their lucrative family brand.

photos A look at Joe Lhota's failed campaign

Lhota left his post as MTA chairman to launch his campaign to run for mayor.

Which smartphone has the best battery life?

In one of its typically rigorous tests, Which?, the UK consumer association, has found that Samsung's latest flagship handset not only lasts the longest between charges, its battery life is almost double that of the iPhone 5C.

TV REVIEW ‘Enlisted' feels cartoonish, silly

But in the end, it can’t aspire to much more than an honorable discharge.

SEE IT: Bronski Beat frontman surprises street performer with impromptu duet

The street musician was playing 1980s hit "Smalltown Boy."

Cynthia Rowley launches makeup collection

Fashion designer's new capsule collection launched on Birchbox.

EATS Musket Room's right on target with New Zealand fare

Kiwi culture is spotlighted at new restaurant with stunning execution.

PHOTOS Harry transforms into Miley

The One Direction singer dressed up as Miley Cyrus in an epic Halloween costume.

SEE IT Nick Jonas in 'Careful What You Wish For' trailer

Nick Jonas is moving on from the Jonas Brothers' split. Way on.

Josh Hutcherson: JLaw is a 'great kisser'

"Hunger Games" actor opened up to Cosmopolitan about what an exceptional smoocher his co-star is.

photos Pols hit the polls for Election Day 2013

General elections got underway in New York City today. Who are you voting for?

PHOTOS Foam fight at St. Andrews University

Students at the Scotland school engaged in a traditional foam fight to celebrate "Raisin Weekend."

Lamar dodges charges in paparazzo fight

Lamar Odom won't face prosecution for the summer squabble.

David Arquette expecting baby with girlfriend

The 'Eight Legged Freaks' has a baby on the way with girlfriend Christina McLarty.

Google Maps shows victims' memorial

Google now allows people to view a memorial honoring victims of 2007 terror attack the way it was intended.

'2 Broke Girls' stars to host People's Choice Awards

The CBS sitcom's Beth Behrs and Kat Dennings will take the stage for the January show.

PHOTOS Victoria takes Brooklyn on red carpet

Add Brooklyn Beckham to the long list of of cutest celebrity kids.

Wi-Fi signal-sharing concept launched in U.S.

Spain-based firm is hoping the idea of wireless signal sharing can grow in the United States.

Testosterone poses heart risk in older men

Older men who take testosterone are more likely to have a heart attack or stroke or die in next few years.

Digging out new 'Roots'

Thirty-six years after “Roots” changed TV, The History Channel is working on a remake of iconic miniseries.

Armani, Libeskind team up for Philippines skyscraper

The Italian fashion legend will help design properties in a luxurious new development in the Philippines.

Kanye postpones Chicago tour dates

Kanye West's “Yeezus” tour seems more hexed than blessed these days.

Husband's ‘Marriage isn’t for me’ blog post goes viral

A man who has been married for a year and a half recently concluded that marriage is not for him.

Idris Elba hospitalized for asthma attack: report

Idris Elba's appearance at the Sunday premiere of his Nelson Mandela biopic came close to being sidelined by a health scare.

'Thor' star got inspiration for THAT dress from Paltrow's 'Iron Man 3' gown

Jaimie Alexander gave Paltrow's racy dress a run for its money.

Tom Hanks, Rita Wilson insurance scammer sentenced to jail

A Southern California insurance broker who overcharged Tom Hanks and his wife, Rita Wilson, hundreds of thousands of dollars has been sentenced to more than two years in federal prison.

Zoe Saldana flashes bling

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

DMX arrested for multiple driving violations

Rapper DMX was arrested outside a South Carolina airport on Monday for driving with a suspended license.

Miss Venezuela wins Miss Universe 2013 title

The grand finale of the Miss Universe Pageant was held on Nov. 9, 2013 in Moscow. The winner of the pageant was 25-year-old Miss Venezuela Gabriela Isler. See the competition she "trumped" here ...

Best accessories for fall and winter

The Daily News rounds up its top picks to keep you warm this winter ...

'George Hurrell's Hollywood: Glamour Portraits 1925-1992'

George Hurrell's photography captured the glamour of Hollywood's golden age in the '30s and '40s. An anthology of his work -- along with a biography of the artist -- will appear in Mark A. Vieira's coffee table book "George Hurrell's Hollywood: Glamour Portraits 1925-1992" ...

Kim Kardashian, Kanye West enjoy adorable family day with baby North

Kim Kardashian is taking family life in stride, stepping out with hubby-to-be Kanye West and her adorable 4-month-old daughter Nori for a sunny stroll throughout Santa Barbara on Nov. 6, 2013.

Worst online dating profile photos of all time

One Russian dating site shows just how far people looking for love will go to attract the perfect mate ...

Celebrity photos of the week: Week of November 4

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

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

'The Knick' series transforms Lower East Side to the 1900's

Taking us on a journey back in time, period drama "The Knick" gave Orchard Street in the Lower East Side a 1900's makeover. Straw covered streets, horse and carriages and laundry draped over fire escapes -- the area was literally transformed overnight to a scene from the twentieth century.

Stars on set

Jennifer Aniston’s hair through the years

When it comes to her hair, Jennifer Aniston believes variety is the spice of life! Whether sporting a sleek bob or beachy waves, the actress always looks stunning. Follow her follicular transformation through the years …

Stars caught without makeup

Celebrities may look phenomenal on the red carpet, but they also have hordes of makeup artists at the ready for even the tiniest of touchups. Catch them without the thick layers of powder, smoky eyeshadow and mascara, and it's a whole different story. So how do Hollywood's hottest stars stack up without their camera-ready paint jobs? Check out the real face of fame.

Celebrity veterans

Celebrate Memorial Day by saluting the stars, stripes and famous veterans you may know have known served in the US military.

Kate Middleton's top style moments

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 ...

Coats bring the heat

Snug sparklers blitz winter with style and color ...

CMA Awards 2013: Top red carpet looks and show moments

Glitz, glam, good music and great company ... it all came together at the Country Music Association Awards 2013 in Nashville. Take a look back at all the top moments from country's biggest night ...

Miss Universe 2013: Preliminaries

The Miss Universe 2013 pageant is airing on Saturday, November 9 from Crocus City Hall in Moscow. The swimsuit competition aired on November 5. Get a sneak peak of these gorgeous ladies from around the globe...

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.

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 ...

Abs-olutely hot! Stomachs of the stars

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

Hot or not? Stars who've gotten pixie hair cuts

Sometimes it's just time for a (drastic) change. Take a look at the celebs who've chopped their long tresses in favor of a super-short 'do.

Hollywood PDA: Stars go public with their affection

Whether it's a cry for attention or they're just crazy in love, take a peek at Hollywood couples spotted getting hot 'n heavy in public.

Sports

The Score Hears: Landry held a Giant grudge

Tom Landry may have turned the Dallas Cowboys into America's Team, but author Mark Ribowsky says the legendary football coach rooted for the Giants after he was unceremoniously dumped by Jerry Jones in 1989.

NBA power rankings: Deep Pacers are last unbeaten team

The Indiana Pacers get to start our weekly power rankings atop the NBA, a first for the franchise. But whether they'll still be there when it counts in June is another matter. Here's how we see the NBA shaping up, from top to bottom.

Struggling Panthers fire Dineen, name Horchek interim coach

The sun has set on Kevin Dineen and his coaching staff in Sunrise, Fla. Florida Panthers management fired Dineen and his assistant coaches Gord Murphy and Craig Ramsay on Friday morning, promoting AHL head coach Peter Horchek as Dineen's interim replacement and appointing John Madden and Brian Skrudland as his assistants.

Red Sox DH Ortiz finishes third in Boston's mayoral election

In addition to winning the World Series MVP and Silver Slugger awards, landing a Sports Illustrated cover and acting as closer Koji Uehara's post-game pick-up device, David Ortiz finished third in the city's mayoral vote. Seriously.

AP, Ponder lead Vikes past Skins

The Minnesota Vikings needed most of the game to figure out how to stop Robert Griffin III and the Washington Redskins. They finally walked off their home field a winner, too.

Agent: Saban would only consider leaving 'Bama for Texas

The agent for coach Nick Saban told Texas officials in January that Texas was the only school he would consider leaving Alabama for, and his success with the Crimson Tide had put him under “special pressure,” The Associated Press has learned.

NFL Power Rankings: Brady, Patriots starting to click

That was one unpredictable week of football and while it didn't turn the Daily News Power Rankings upside down, it did tighten them up. The Patriots get an impressive win to make the big move among the contenders and as Gronk said - 'When we're clicking, we're clicking.'

Sapp claims Incognito called him 'N-word' during game

Richie Incognito's racist tendencies go way beyond bullying Miami Dolphins teammate Jonathan Martin. NFL Hall-of-Famer Warren Sapp claims Incognito went full-on bigot on him during a game in an attempt to make him lose his cool.

Barça gets best of Milan thanks to Messi

Lionel Messi ended one of his poorest scoring runs in years with a two-goal performance that lifted Barcelona to a 3-1 victory over AC Milan in the Champions League on Wednesday.