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ANGELS INVADE GOTHAM: Victoria's Secret beauties kick off annual fashion show — SEE the scintillating photos

The 2013 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show will be shot tonight, Nov. 13, 2013 at the Lexington Avenue Armory in New York. It airs on CBS on Dec. 10, 2013. Check out our behind the scenes look at the Angels as they primp, pose and polish prior to the show. read full story »

Florida State quarterback and Heisman trophy candidate at center of sexual battery investigation

Jameis Winston, the starting quarterback at Florida State, is the subject of an open sexual battery probe stemming from an incident nearly a year ago.

Leave the gun, take the communion! Anti-mob prosecutor in Italy warns Pope Francis is making Italian mobsters 'very nervous'

An anti-mob prosecutor in Italy has warned that Pope Francis has ruffled feathers among the ‘Ndrangheta organized crime organization, according to a report.

TRAGIC ACCIDENT: Four U.S. Marines killed in explosion during 'range upkeep' at Camp Pendleton

Four U.S. Marines were killed at Camp Pendleton while detonating an unexploded ordnance at the base Wednesday morning.

Jury acquits Air Force officer — who once led the branch's sexual assault response team — of charges he groped woman outside bar

The arrest of 42-year-old Lt. Col. Jeffrey Krusinski fueled a national furor over sexual abuse in the military and whether top brass take the issue seriously.

COMING UP SHORT: Fewer than 27,000 people signed up for Obamacare using federal website

Fewer than 27,000 signed up for health care using federal website, the Obama administration announced Wednesday.

Chiefs' Dwayne Bowe asked police if Sonic was still open when he was pulled over for speeding

If the stench of weed that was allegedly wafting from his car didn’t make cops think Dwayne Bowe was stoned, then his question to the boys in blue certainly did.

She's got good genes! Meet the new face of Guess? brand

‘HE'S MAULING ME!’ Pit bull owner loses one arm, part of another after vicious attack by own pooch

Anne Murray, 65, lost an arm and partially lost another after her 2-year-old pit bull Tuxedo attacked her at her home, police Lt. Donald Wakeman told the Daily News.

Woman thrown in men’s jail after mix-up following coke bust: report

A Florida family is furious with authorities after a woman was tossed in a men's jail following a coke bust because nurses thought she was a guy.

Hamill: Respect, diversity — not racial profiling — help retail stores succeed

I hate shopping. My idea of purgatory is being stuck in a department store without exits. Shopping descended to hell recently when stores like Barneys and Macy’s were accused of “shop-and-frisk” — the racial profiling of minority customers. It gave me another excuse not to buy any Christmas gifts.

SEE IT Flordia man impersonates cops for discount at Dunkin' Donuts

Charles (Chuck) Barry, 48, was collared Tuesday just after Pasco County Sheriff’s deputies set up surveillance to catch the alleged doughnut-gobbling cheapskate in his impersonation attempt.

Madonna Badger reveals remarkable recovery after family's fatal fire

It was December, 2011 that the ad executive and mother of three girls, Lily, 9, and twins Sarah and Grace, 7, was thrown into the spotlight with tears in her eyes. Now she may be better seen smiling and with a new love by her side.

EXCLUSIVE Family of Brooklyn dad sues city for $10M after the father of 8 fatally collapsed during police raid

Family members of a father of eight who fatally collapsed when cops barged into his Brooklyn apartment plan to file a $10 million lawsuit against the city, the Daily News has learned.

Genevieve Sabourin: Alec Baldwin date was 'perfect'

“It was a beautiful, romantic evening,” Genevieve Sabourin testified Wednesday in Manhattan Criminal Court. “It was more than romantic. It was perfect.”

A-Rod to meet with MLB on Friday before testifying in arbitration hearing, source says

Alex Rodriguez is scheduled to be interviewed by baseball officials Friday at the Major League Baseball Players Association Manhattan offices in advance of testifying in his arbitration hearing.

Macy’s surge and strong holiday outlook help lift U.S. stocks on Wall Street

Macy's led other retailers higher with a 9% surge after reporting a quarterly profit that blew past Wall Street expectations. Bed, Bath & Beyond, J.C. Penney and Nordstrom also rose.

Andy Warhol painting sells at NYC auction for $105 MILLION — a new record for famed artist

A prized 1963 Andy Warhol painting that captures the immediate aftermath of a car crash sold for $105 million Wednesday at a New York City auction, setting a record for the famed pop artist, Sotheby’s said.

Six suspects taken into custody after 'drug-related' shooting near Pittsburgh high school as classes ended for the day

Cops said three men wearing all black came out of woods and fired before retreating at about 2:50 p.m., just minutes after school ended for the day.

Grocery store worker with Asperger’s flooded with support after encounter with rude customer

Thousands of kind-hearted folk have come out to support Chris Tuttle, a 28-year-old Wegmans employee who came face to face with a rude customer, who berated him for being 'too slow.'

EXCLUSIVE: Barbara Walters makes scene at 'Hunger Games' screening

Multimillion-dollar military drone crashes in New York lake, remains missing for second day

The New York Air National Guard asked the U.S. Air Force on Wednesday for help in finding a military drone that crashed into Lake Ontario a day earlier.

Staten Island FDNY firefighter accused of threatening to decapitate ex's daughter gets new rap

A Staten Island firefighter accused of threatening to decapitate his ex-girlfriend’s 5-year-old daughter is now facing a new criminal rap — for trying to sweet-talk his former love into dropping the charges.

315-pound retired cop is sues NYPD for $10M, saying it unfairly blamed his heart condition and reduced pension

A retired cop is hitting the NYPD with a big, fat $10 million lawsuit. Thomas Cantore, whose 315 pounds hang on a 6-foot-2-inch frame, claims his bosses cheated him out of the pension he deserved by blaming his heart condition on his weight.

Kathie Lee & Hoda Hey, blunt-loving Miley! It's time behavioral rehab... but we admit your body is thong worthy

Boxer Magomed Abdusalamov to be woken from coma in 'next two or three days,' promoter says

After a diagnosis of almost certain death, the condition of brain-damaged heavyweight Magomed Abdusalamov has now improved to the point where doctors are ready to "wake him up" from his medically-induced coma.

'I'm sad': Lululemon CEO apologizes after saying not all women should wear the brand’s yoga pants

Looking forlorn and dejected, the contrite CEO apologized in an online video, a week after he offended customers by claiming the brand’s yoga pants just don’t work for “some women’s bodies.”

HOLY TOKES! Pastor relieved from L.A. sheriff's office over pot dispensary

A Christian clergyman paid a six-figure salary by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has been relieved of duty while investigators hash out his connection to a medical marijuana dispensary.

LIKE THIS! Facebook used by cops to thwart George Washington Bridge suicide attempt of despondent teen

The popular social media site became a lifeline for a despondent 18-year-old who threatened to leap off the George Washington Bridge, Port Authority officials said.

ALOHA, GAY MARRIAGE: Hawaii governor signs bill legalizing same-sex unions

Hawaii Gov. Neil Abercrombie signed a bill Wednesday legalizing gay marriage in the state that kicked off a national discussion of the issue more than two decades ago.

Nephew of 'Big Ang' Raiola arrested for S.I. arson

A 12-year-old nephew of “Mob Wives” star Angela (Big Ang) Raiola has been arrested for setting fire to a historic home on Staten Island, law enforcement sources said Tuesday.

see it Alabama cop caught on video drag racing his motorcycle while on duty, turns in badge – 'I got turbo'

A turbo-charged Alabama cop’s career hit a wall this week after he was busted on camera drag racing with his motorcycle while on duty, according to a report.

Whitey Bulger victims hurl words at mobster as he prepares to be sentenced in Boston court

They came to bury James (Whitey) Bulger, unleashing a torrent of anger, hatred and vitriol - not that the murderous Irish-American mobster cared.

Occupy Wall Street group buys up and wipes out $15M of American’s medical debt

An Occupy Wall Street spin-off group has bought up $14.7 million worth of Americans' personal medical debt and forgiven it over the last year as part of its Rolling Jubilee project, the group announced Monday.

Sports

Packers backing backup QB Tolzien

Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers resumed throwing on a practice field in Green Bay on Wednesday, but he did not participate in individual or team drills.

Sluggish Nets, Kidd drop third straight in embarrassing loss to Kings

Jason Kidd immediately transformed the Nets into a winning team when he was traded 12 years ago. Kevin Garnett led Boston to an 8-0 start after he was dealt there in 2007. Together, though, they are losing at an alarming rate and in embarrassing fashion.

Myers: Curtis rushes in to help tackle Dolphins mess

Curtis Martin was always the most respected man in the locker room and made sure it was a healthy environment built on respect and responsibility, not a toxic atmosphere with hazing and bullying.

A-Rod to meet with MLB for pre-testimony interview: source

Alex Rodriguez is ready for his close-up with Major League Baseball. The beleaguered Yankee third baseman is scheduled to be interviewed by baseball officials Friday at the Major League Baseball Players Association Manhattan offices in advance of testifying in his arbitration hearing, which resumes Monday, according to sources.

'What on Earth? We’re getting eaten alive in here!' Bedbugs camping out in Lower Manhattan building

Verna Fulton was standing at her desk at the state Department of Financial Services when her shoulder began to itch and burn.

Obamacare website subject to unsuccessful cyber attack, official says

The Obama administration's troubled HealthCare.gov site has been subject to an unsuccessful cyber attack aimed at overwhelming and taking down the site, a U.S. cybersecurity official said on Wednesday.

Teen shooting victim wounded in Bryant Park ice rink shooting now talking, mother says

Adonis Mera, 14, who was shot in the back while ice skating at Bryant Park, remains paralyzed from the waist down.

Forget Bieber: Pope Francis is the Internet’s most popular name for 2013

Pope Francis beat all of the internet’s big shots and bad boys by grabbing the top spot on the Global Language Monitor’s list of the most talked about names of 2013.

Woman wanted for questioning after leaving ALLIGATOR at O'Hare Airport

The Chicago Transit Authority released images of a woman they say rode the city's "L" with an alligator in tow and abandoned the scaly pet in O'Hare Airport earlier this month.

New York family offers reward for son with autism's missing dog

The loss of Echo, who bolted from the Fontana family’s Rye home on Nov. 6, has meant 5-year-old Mark has gone without his service dog.

Tattooed David Beckham strips for H&M ads

Secret Service agents yanked from Obama’s detail

Two Secret Services offices have been pulled from President Obama’s security team and are under investigation for misconduct, the Washington Post reports.

Linda Stasi to Alec Baldwin: Take it from a fellow stalkee, don't cry!

As a woman who has had five stalkers, I offer you five hands-on lessons from the trenches.

Tyson's shoot with transgender model too hot to handle

Instagram photo of fast food order leads to Calif. burglary suspects

Four burglary suspects have been arrested in Northern California after posting a photograph online of an expensive fast food feast that they allegedly purchased with a stolen credit card, police said.

'Green cabs' a success in NYC? Hail yes!

The new taxis in the boroughs — opposed by Bill de Blasio — are such a success there are already 1,000 cabs on the road, Mayor Bloomberg said Tuesday.

NYC Council speaker-wannabe, who strongly opposes U.S. control of Puerto Rico and originally refused to embrace Pledge of Allegiance, draws ire from pols

It’s a campaign pledge of a different sort. A top contender for New York City Council speaker declined to say the Pledge of Allegiance at the start of meetings until she began getting serious about her candidacy this fall, according to a colleague.

A bad reputation is hard to lose: Spanish murder towns want Google, Yahoo to bury their grisly pasts

Alcasser in the east of Spain, for example, has a 15th century palace but an Internet search first reveals ‘The Alcasser Girls,’ the 1992 horrific kidnap, torture, rape and murder of three young girls.

Sen. Lindsey Graham tries to steal the spotlight from Tea Party stars and prove his conservative cred in the Senate

Lindsey Graham wants his piece of the Senate action, fighting for attention as he struggles to stay relevant in a tough re-election battle in South Carolina.

BACK IN BUSINESS: First World Trade Center tower opens 12 years after 9/11 – two government agencies to occupy half of the 72-story building

The first office tower at Ground Zero since the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks that destroyed the World Trade Center will open on Wednesday, marking a comeback for the Lower Manhattan site.

Mickey Mantle’s family donating $40,000 to Sandy relief fund following auction on 1960 Yankees contract

The Mantles called the Garden State home for 18 years during the Hall of Famer's career with the Yankees. The money was raised from an online auction for The Mick's Bombers pact.

Young perv faces up to 11 years in jail after pleading guilty to 'sextortion' plot involving Miss Teen USA and several other women

A Southern California computer student is facing up to 11 years in prison after he pleaded guilty to hacking the webcams of Miss Teen USA Cassidy Wolf and other young women — and threatening to go public with pictures he secretly took of them naked.

THAT'S BANANAS: Pregnant blogger slammed as 'irresponsible' and 'narcissistic' for extreme fruit diet

An Australian blogger who is 26 weeks pregnant has been attacked for being "irresponsible" after she revealed she lives on an extreme fruit diet, including eating up to 20 bananas each day. Loni Jane Anthony also gets through by drinking smoothies and sometimes eating salads, she revealed on her blog Aleven:11.

Bill de Blasio, according to the guy who pours his coffee

Bill de Blasio remains a regular Brooklyn guy, even as he readies to become the next New York mayor.

Ohio boy suffering from cancer dies after he's thrown an early Christmas

A 13-year-old boy whose last wish was to be home for his favorite holiday has died, two weeks after his hometown welcomed him with a Christmas tree outside his window and a motorcycle-riding Santa Claus.

E-cigarettes could save lives, European conference told

Switching to e-cigarettes could save millions of smokers' lives, a conference on the rapidly expanding use of the devices heard Tuesday, though some delegates warned more research on the health effects is needed.

Jesse Owens gold medal up for auction to the dismay of Olympic officials

It is 'difficult' for IOC President Thomas Bach to accept that a gold medal won by Jesse Owens at the 1936 Berlin Olympics will go on auction and possibly be bought by a private collector.

GUESS WHO: Singer unrecognizable during video shoot

pictured Cracked windshield forces American Airlines flight to make emergency landing

An American Airlines flight was forced to make an emergency landing in Orlando Tuesday night after the pilot's windshield cracked as the plane soared at 30,000 feet.

Scottish city council drops plan to prevent cones from being put atop statue's head

A plan by Scotland's biggest council to end a drunken tradition of putting traffic cones on one of the city's most notable statues has failed because of a public backlash.

Autos

Despite three Tesla Model S fires, CEO Elon Musk says 'definitely' no recall

Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk says the company "definitely" won't recall its Model S electric car despite three vehicle fires in the last six weeks.

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CONCERT REVIEW Macklemore & Ryan Lewis get intimate with fans at MSG

TWIN TRAGEDY: Second sister dies after car accident on Washington highway as cops recover AA pamphlet from other driver's vehicle

A horrific Halloween car crash that claimed the life of 17-year-old Janeah Goheen has also led to the death of Janesah Goheen, who had been rushed to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle in critical condition.

Cops called on couple 'banging and screaming' while assembling IKEA furniture

Police in Sweden were called to a possible domestic incident after reports of "shouting and screaming" only to find out the couple were struggling to assemble IKEA furniture.

Spy who was found dead and naked in padlocked gym bag likely died in accident: police

Gareth Williams' body was found naked and decomposing inside a bag in 2010 and sparked conspiracy theories that ranged from assassination to sexual adventures gone awry.

British man takes three years to tweet the entire Bible

The Bible may have taken centuries to write, but a British worship director needed just 1,189 tweets to tell the whole story.

California woman convicted after stealing $285,000 from nuns for lingerie and sports car

Prosecutors said Linda Rose Gagnon befriended the nuns in 2008 under the guise that she was an expert realtor who could help with their purchase of a small retirement home in San Diego for some elderly sisters.

Deranged shooter who killed three musicians in New York had ‘100 rounds of ammo’ when he stormed apartment

Raefe Akhbar, 29, was fully armed when he climbed into the Maujer St. home and killed Soroush (Looloosh) Farazmand, 27, Arash (Sina) Farazmand, 28, and Ali Eskandarian, 35, and wounded Sasan Sadeghpourosko.

Arizona man kills wife, daughter, friend in murder-suicide: cops

A man apparently killed his estranged wife, their teenage daughter and a male friend Tuesday at a north Phoenix home before killing himself, police said.

Retailers to get early jump on Black Friday by starting Christmas sales on Thanksgiving night

Target, Toys "R" Us, Sears, Walmart and other major stores will have cash registers ringing with special sales beginning before the turkey, stuffing and pumpkin pie are even digested.

Oops! Nina Agdal is exposed in the surf

Already? Kim and Kanye planning their next child: report

Cornell staffer smears ex by saying he has a 'micro penis' and is into 'animal role play' — after only 3 DATES, sparking lawsuit

A scorned Ivy League philosophy editor smeared her ex with a series of online posts calling him a sex-obsessed sicko with a “micro penis” who engages in “animal role play,” according to court papers.

Gonzalez: If Cuomo OKs air rights, Hudson River Park may go dark

Barely a year after Sandy, Cuomo must soon decide whether to sign a bill that could spur even more luxury real estate and commercial development along Manhattan’s flood-vulnerable shoreline.

Israel halts controversial plan to construct thousands of homes for West Bank settlement

The plan announced by Israel's Housing Ministry earlier in the day, prompted a Palestinian threat to walk out of Mideast peace talks. U.S. officials said they were blindsided by the Israeli announcement

PACKIN' HEAT: Don't sweat the possible shortage of Sriracha hot sauce just make your own with this spicy recipe

Sriracha fans aren’t going to let themselves get burned. With rumors of a possible shortage of the beloved hot sauce catching fire on the Web, lovers of the spicy Thai-style condiment are preparing for the worst by taking matters into their own hands.

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PICTURED: The German hoarder who had $1 billion stash of stolen Nazi art – even though authorities said he was 'missing'

The first pictures of the eccentric German art hoarder who secreted away stolen Nazi art have emerged. Elderly Cornelius Gurlitt has been spotted by French magazine Paris Match food shopping in Munich, according to a report.

1950s pin-up Bettie Page reveals all in newly released photos

She was the ultimate Playboy pin-up model and sex symbol of the 1950s and she has been brought back to life in some rare never-before-seen nude photos of the sultry sex kitten ...

Woman who was the 'face' of Obamacare says she felt bullied by critics as she chokes back tears in interview – 'I didn't design the website. I didn't make it fail'

The woman, who identified herself only as 'Adriana' in an interview with ABC News, also says she was never paid for appearing on the website's home page.

'Look Good Feel Better': Program makes looking in the mirror easier for Argentine cancer patients

For cancer patients dealing with the physical and psychological trauma of the disease, even looking in the mirror can be difficult. When chemotherapy robs your hair, it’s common to feel that a part of your identity goes missing as well.

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Chris Brown countersues 'heavily intoxicated' fan

Chris Brown is counter-suing a "heavily intoxicated" woman for defamation after she claimed the short-fused singer assaulted her at a southern California nightclub last June.

Lil’ Kim's ex must take psychiatric drugs: Appeals court

A federal appeals court has upheld a Brooklyn judge's order to forcibly medicate rapper Lil' Kim's schizo ex-boyfriend to make him competent to stand trial for six murders.

PHOTOS Victoria's Secret Fantasy Bra through the years

Take a look at the lingerie maker's most extravagant underwear.

PHOTOS Backstage at the 2013 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show

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Backstage at the Victoria's Secret fashion show

It’s just hours before the Victoria’s Secret fashion show — and model Toni Garrn isn’t too afraid to eat. “My bag is always filled with food,” Garrn told us backstage at the Lexington Armory, opening up her big Miu Miu tote to show off Kind bars, coconut water and raw chocolate.

THEATER REVIEW ‘700 Sundays’

Billy Crystal’s one-man show is just another indelible moment in his storied career.

EXCLUSIVE A-Rod caught getting hot and heavy with mystery brunette — definitely not blond gal pal Torrie Wilson — in women's restroom at South Beach hotel

Disgraced New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez was busted in the ladies room at the Delano Hotel in Miami with a mystery brunette who most certainly was not his blond girlfriend Torrie Wilson, sources exclusively tell Confidenti@l.

TV REVIEW 'Ground Floor'

In a season where way too many new sitcoms have felt forced and labored, “Ground Floor” feels loose and funny.

TV REVIEW 'Almost Human'

Finally, a futuristic sci-fi cop buddy drama that pairs a human with a quasi-android.

Andy Cohen steps down as Bravo exec

He’s bowing out of his job behind the scenes at Bravo.

Jordan's 'Flu Game' kicks hit the auction block

An ex-Utah Jazz ball boy is selling the hoops star’s shoes from his famous “flu game” in the 1997 NBA Finals.

Mariah Carey: 'Idol' was 'hell with Satan'

Tell us how you really feel about "American Idol," Mariah.

Bieber sparks flag fury in Argentina

Argentines say the way the pop star treated the flag shows he has no respect for his fans or the country.

Beckham strips for new H&M ads

Just in time for the holidays, the soccer star's Bodywear line is getting new underwear and loungewear.

Tyson gets naked with transgender model

Supermodel Tyson Beckford stripped down alongside transgender model Ines Rau for a steamy new shoot.

Lady Gaga to open H&M’s NYC megastore

H&M’s megastore in Times Square will open its doors at 12:01 a.m. on Thursday with the help of a megastar.

Don Cheadle set to play Miles Davis

The actor will play Miles Davis in a biopic the actor has long planned on the innovative jazz pioneer.

Ex-NFL player Sam Hurd sentenced for drug conspiracy

He was sentenced to 15 years in prison for his role in a drug-distribution scheme while with Chicago Bears.

Baby Love: Kim K. shares new pics of baby North West

Kim posted two new photos of their adorable daughter, North, for her 11 million Instagram followers.

PHOTOS Typhoon Haiyan's devastation

At least 1,200 people are dead and nearly 800,000 people were forced to evacuate to shelters.

Joan Rivers to JLaw: You're arrogant!

Outspoken TV host had a few words for Jennifer Lawrence in response to the her critique of "Fashion Police."

Laura Prepon returning for 'Orange Is the New Black'

The actress will reportedly be back for four episodes of the Netflix show.

REVIEW Sony's PlayStation 4

PlayStation4 is sleek and powerful and designed for the hardcore gamer.

Kardashian Christmas special set to air

Been wondering how the Kardashians will spend Khristmas? Of course you have!

Joaquin Phoenix spotted with girlfriend, 19

The 39-year-old actor is reportedly dating DJ Allie Teilz, 19, as the duo was recently spotted out in Rome.

SEE IT Shailene goes to boot camp in 'Divergent' trailer

A trailer for the hotly anticipated adaptation of the Veronica Roth book, has finally hit the internet.

Honey in your face cream?

The sweet stuff is popular in soaps, lotions, creams and more. Here's what you should try.

Tim Gunn-hosted fashion competition ordered

The impeccably dressed mentor on “Project Runway,” takes off with a new show starting Jan. 16 on Lifetime.

Hilary Rhoda, Sean Avery engaged

The supermodel's boyfriend of three years, former NHL star Sean Avery, has reportedly popped the question.

Lady Gaga open to a threesome with boyfriend Taylor Kinney

She talked about being 'in love' in Howard Stern interview.

Mark Wahlberg slams Tom Cruise comparison of acting to armed forces

Wahlberg can't believe anyone would even make that comparison.

PHOTOS Sam Champion flaunts his abs in a Speedo

The GMA host left little to the imagination on the beach in Rio.

Did Robin Thicke and Britney Spears hook up?

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

Zac Efron breaks jaw after puddle slip: report

Efron won't be able to flash his famous smile for a while. The actor's mouth is wired shut.

Kim Kardashian gets speeding ticket trying to escape paparazzi

Catch her if you can!

Lily Allen twerks in new video 'Hard Out Here'

Lily Allen pokes fun at music industry's misogyny in new video.

Stevie Nicks will guest on 'American Horror Story: Coven'

"American Horror Story: Coven" is getting a visit from the witchy woman of rock.

see it World's largest orange diamond fetches $35M

A spectacular and rare orange diamond was auctioned in Geneva.

watch Jolie makes evil look good in 'Maleficent' trailer

Angelina transforms into a dark beauty as the villain for the new 'Sleeping Beauty' movie.

CONFIDENTI@L Barbra Streisand scoops up Glamour's Lifetime Achievement Award

Glamour’s Women of the Year Awards brought out the divas. Barbra Streisand accepted the mag’s Lifetime Achievement Award at Carnegie Hall on Monday night and told the crowd she had been lucky enough to be gifted with a fabulous singing voice, which led to her power.

photos Miley Cyrus turns heads — this time while fully clothed

Take a look at the singer/actress' most attention-grabbing moments.

Miranda reveals finding 'happiness' after Orlando split

Kerr's beauty blooms due to her keen awareness of healthy living inside and out.

Clooney's rep on star's DiCaprio, Crowe slams: He 'told the truth'

George Clooney was merely talking sports and speaking the truth to Esquire magazine, according to his rep. The 52-year-old actor's sit-down for the December issue of the mag made headlines when he dissed A-lister Leonardo DiCaprio and reopened his feud with Russell Crowe, who called him a "sellout" in an interview back in 2005.

photos Cindy Crawford leaves her shirt at home

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Isabel Marant for H&M finally to launch

Fashion fans have been waiting for months to buy pieces from the highly-anticipated collection.

TV REVIEW 'The Challenger Disaster'

William Hurt's film makes great drama out of the probe into the space shuttle explosion.

Beauty and the Biebs: Brazilian details steamy night

Tati Neves is making the most of her time in the spotlight.

Walter Cronkite led the coverage after JFK's death

The most prominent figure in blizzard of TV on the anniversary of JFK's assassination may be the CBS anchor.

THEATER REVIEW ‘The Patron Saint of Sea Monsters’

The bright stars of “The Patron Saint of Sea Monsters” are Candy Buckley’s pearly whites.

Kate Upton in talks to join 'Entourage' movie: report

Sources close to the upcoming “Entourage” movie dropped a bombshell about casting.

Eats Beat: Comfort food will reign at new Kingside

Kingside (kingside-restaurant.com), the latest venture from frequent “Chopped” judge Marc Murphy, is now open in midtown west.

New iPad Mini makes surprise debut

The new Mini is the first version of the smaller iPad to feature a high-resolution Retina display.

Nina and Ian back on?

"The Vampire Diaries" co-stars are reportedly hooking up again.

Kimmel, ABC slammed by China over 'offensive' skit

China has declared a cold war on Kimmel after a child joked that the U.S. should "kill everyone in China."

'This Is the End' for Blockbuster

Dying video chain tweeted a pic of final movie to be rented: The comedy, “This Is the End.”

SEE IT Drummer born with no arms, one leg stuns online

Disabled musician born with no hands and only one good leg shows his prowess on the drums and bass.

Julia Roberts loves a good fight

The actress says online trolls are cowards and she'd rather take part in a "good old-fashioned fistfight."

Naomi Campbell print benefits typhoon efforts

Supermodel Naomi Campbell is lending her face to relief efforts in the Philippines.

Dante de Blasio a 'most influential teen': Time

Dante de Blasio had a lock on making this celebrity list.

Is mold linked to Parkinson’s?

A chemical emitted by mold may trigger symptoms of Parkinson's disease, according to a new study.

A little focus pocus

Photoshop magic gives the stars a flawless digital makeover.

Bruce says things with Kris 'absolutely great'

The Olympic gold medalist continues to speak highly of his wife amid their separation.

Turner Field to be demolished

Atlanta’s mayor said Tuesday that the city will demolish Turner Field after the Braves leave for a new stadium.

Wahlbergs coming to TV

"Wahlburgers," a reality show whose stars include Donnie and Mark Wahlberg, debuts Jan. 22.

A different look at high cholesterol

The first new recommendations for cholesterol management in over a decade present significant revisions to the way doctors address high cholesterol.

British composer Tavener dead at 69

British composer John Tavener, who worked with the Beatles in his storied career, died Tuesday.

No help from supplements

Study shows little evidence vitamin/mineral supplements protect people from cancer and heart problems.

EXCLUSIVE Jimmy taps Jay Leno for tips

The funnyman has been getting advice from the longtime late-night host on his transition.

Guess which U.S. region has the sexiest accent

Dating site Cupid.com surveyed 2,000 men and women about their favorite regional twangs.

Gaga slams her own magazine cover for Photoshop

'My skin looked too perfect,' Lady Gaga said of the Glamour cover.

Brian Stelter leaving NYT for CNN gig

The longtime media reporter is the new host of "Reliable Sources."

Emma Thompson forgives Helena Bonham Carter for affair that ended marriage

Thompson's six-year marriage to Kenneth Branagh ended in 1995.

Jessica Chastain breaks her silence about father’s death

The Academy Award-nominated actress opens up in the pages of Vogue.

Chiefs WR Dwayne Bowe charged with pot possession, speeding

The Kansas City player was arrested late Monday night.

photos PEEK-A-BOO: Iggy Azalea suffers serious wardrobe malfunction

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

Kardashians hold charity yard sale as reality cameras roll

The family that has a reality show together, holds a successful yard sale together.

CONFIDENTI@L Streisand's voice is rich as ever: A $2.3M gig

The singer will collect a nice chunk of change for singing at a banking conference at Lincoln Center.

Malala, Lady Gaga steal the show at Glamour awards

No one received more acclaim than the teen no one had heard of a year ago.

SEE IT: Beyoncé sings with young blind fan

Beyoncé is all about making irreplaceable memories with her fans. During a tour stop in Perth, Australia, the singer performed a tear-jerking duet with one of her most inspiring fans.

photos Joanna Krupa makes yoga look sexy in pink

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Obsessive phone use fuels cheating: survey

Smartphone madness is driving a wedge between partners, a new study says.

photos DAY OF PRIDE: Photographers capture the most mesmerizing images from around the world

The most striking news photos from across the globe.

MUSIC REVIEW Jhené Aiko, 'Sail Out'

The L.A.-based signer has a feathery tone, sky-high pitch and dazed delivery on her debut EP.

TV REVIEW ‘A Crime to Remember’ on Discovery ID

By the standards of true-crime shows, this premiere episode of a new series is admirably restrained.

Red Alert: Katie Holmes channels vintage Hollywood

Actress channels old Hollywood in her latest ad for Bobbi Brown cosmetics.

MUSIC REVIEW Piers Faccini, 'Between Dogs and Wolves'

This English-born singer, whose parents are French and Italian, doles out his vocals delicately.

Lady Gaga's 'ARTPOP' Pop Up Gallery is not exactly a masterpiece

See inside Gaga's new pop-up store in the Meat Packing District.

'The Princess Bride' to become Disney stage production

A previous attempt to turn the movie into a Broadway production ran into obstacles in 2007.

Charlie Sheen wants to make amends with former 'Two and a Half Men' boss

Maybe old Tiger Blood has finally been tamed.

Bieber quits Buenos Aires concert mid-show, blames food poisoning

Justin Bieber received boos from a huge crowd in River Plate stadium.

Gun violence in PG-13 movies has more than tripled: study

PG-13 movies feature even more gun violence than their R-rated counterparts.

SEE IT Spanish hoops star sinks over-the-head buzzer-beater

Real Madrid's captain made the impossible shot during Sunday's game against Bruixa D'Or.

Brad Pitt movie sparks 'Fury' by filming on Remembrance Day

Nazi battle scenes were filmed in England on the same day the country was honoring war dead.

Maulik Pancholy of '30 Rock' comes out as gay

In the recent issue of Out magazine, the star gushed about his longtime partner.

Angela Lansbury opposes ‘Murder, She Wrote’ reboot

The network recently announced plans to reboot the show with Octavia Spencer.

Charles Grodin: Lend a hand to Help USA and help a veteran

Help USA provides housing and psychological services for veterans and their families across America.

photos Kate Middleton pays tribute to fallen armed forces

Kate was among the thousands that paid tribute to fallen soldiers.

'Downton Abbey' renewed for fifth season

PBS confirms the series will be back for at least one more after the next one in January.

PHOTOS Glamour shots of 'George Hurrell's Hollywood'

Hurrell's photography captured the golden age in the '30s and '40s.

photos A-listers heat up MTV's red carpet

The biggest and brightest turned up at the 2013 MTV European Music Awards in Amsterdam.

Sir David? Beckham scores knighthood nomination

Royal officials are currently making routine checks into the soccer star's $265M finances.

Miley Cyrus goes wild, smokes a joint at MTV's Euro awards

Photogs captured the reefer toke, but it was scrubbed from MTV’s U.S. broadcast.

VIDEO Lightning star breaks leg after smashing into goal post

Center Steven Stamkos was taken off the ice on a stretcher in the accident.

Is Katy engaged? Diamond ring on the MTV red carpet sparks rumors

The rumor mill continues churning for a possible Katy Perry and John Mayer wedding.

Lady Gaga enlists shrink to help her deal with fame

Confidenti@l’s Marianne Garvey has the scoop on VH1's 'The Gossip Table.'

Brazil designer launches anti-cellulite jeans

The high-tech denim claims to combat cellulite so its wearers can hone their beach bodies.

VIDEO Lady Gaga unveils world's first 'flying dress’

The “Applause” singer showed off the contraption at the Brooklyn Navy Yard.

Hot mama! Jessica Simpson shows off post-baby slim down

She's barely four months after giving birth to her second child.

SEE IT Miley shares topless 'shower time' selfie

Miley Cyrus just can't seem to stop shedding her clothing.

CONFIDENTI@L Bradley Cooper and Suki Waterhouse don't let distance come between them

There may be a 17-year age gap between them, but we hear Bradley Cooper and British lover Suki Waterhouse’s relationship is getting stronger by the week.

John Gambling announces retirement, ending historic NYC radio dynasty

The longest running family dynasty in radio history ends Dec. 20.

photos Heartbreaking images after a monster storm strikes Philippines and Vietnam

About 4 million people have been affected by the category 5 storm, and 10,000 may be dead.

Jenny McCarthy: I'd want to marry Donnie Wahlberg

Jenny McCarthy is no new kid on the block when it comes to love.

Superstorm Sandy cat finds new life in Queens

A cat rescued in the aftermath of the storm has found a new home.

see it Rob Ryan drinks with fans in New Orleans after big win over Cowboys

The Saints' defensive coordinator was fired by Dallas after last season.

‘Thor: The Dark World’ conquers box office with $86M

Superheroes continue to defeat their foes at the box office.

Oops! Miss Universe winner fumbles her crown

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 ...

Knicks boss guarantees team will win Wed. vs. Hawks

'We're going to win the next game, that's a guarantee.'

Beyonce fans petition against her attending Kimye's wedding

Beyonce fans don't seem to care how crazy in love Kanye West and Kim Kardashian are.

Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2013

The Victoria’s Secret Angels polished their halos for the 2013 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show at the Lexington Armory in Manhattan on Nov. 13, 2013. The show features six themed segments: “British Invasion,” “Birds of Paradise,” “Parisian Nights,” “Shipwrecked,” “Snow Angels’ and “PINK Network,” and performers will include Taylor Swift and Fall Out Boy. The show will air on Dec. 10, 2013, but watch the lovely ladies strut their stuff ahead of time …

Victoria's Secret Fantasy Bra's through the years

Take a look at the lingerie maker's most extravagant underwear.

Coats bring the heat

Snug sparklers blitz winter with style and color ...

Backstage at the 2013 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show

Lady Gaga's latest style makeover

Lady Gaga doesn't just have a brand new single, she also has a brand new look. Check out her latest style transformation ...

Stars who wear sheer clothing

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

Stars on set

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 ...

'Bettie Page Reveals All'

She was the ultimate Playboy pin-up model and sex symbol of the 1950s and she has been brought back to life in some rare never-before-seen nude photos of the sultry sex kitten ...

Best celebrity Twitter photos

We all know Hollywood is a bit Twitter-happy, so we've rounded up the hottest, cutest, funniest and just plain wackiest celebrity Twitpics. Enjoy!

Celebrity wardrobe malfunctions

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

DudeFoods most insane dishes

Dude Foods is going through a lengthy process of food trial and error, creating some crazy, experimental dishes that will either make your stomach churn or belly rumble.

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.

Sexy star advertisements

Celebs aren't afraid to get a little sexy when it comes to ad campaigns. Whether they're flaunting their curves in sizzling lingerie or showing off their modeling chops in sultry high-fashion shoots, these celebrities are so hot you'll forget what it is exactly they're trying to sell. Check out the sexiest star advertisements ...

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.

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

Celebrity veterans

Celebrate Veterans 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 ...

Joanna Krupa's hottest moments

We think it's pretty safe to say Joanna Krupa will go down in history as one of the hottest "Housewives" of all time. Don't believe us? Check out her sexiest moments ...

MTV EMAs 2013

The biggest show stoppers in the industry came out for the 2013 MTV European Music Awards on Nov. 10, 2013 with two sexy performances by Miley Cyrus and a whole lot of Euro-craziness. Take a look at the MTV EMAs top show moments ...

MTV EMAs 2013

The biggest and brightest A-lister's turned up at the 2013 MTV European Music Awards in Amsterdam on Nov. 10, 2013 and while some stars turned heads in their getups for the right reasons, others turned heads for not-so-right and downright wrong reasons.

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 ...

Sports

Miss Sprint Cup revved up for NASCAR finale

NASCAR's Miss Sprint Cup met with fans outside the Flatiron Building on Fifth Ave. to promote Sunday's season finale race at Homestead-Miami Speedway and a green energy cause which NASCAR and Sprint have teamed up to make.

Reed talks his way out of Houston

Ed Reed is being handed his walking papers by the Texans, the Houston Chronicle reported on Tuesday morning.

Former Raiders Pro Bowl TE Christensen dead at 57

Pro Bowl tight end Todd Christensen died Wednesday morning due to complications from surgery, his alma mater BYU reported via Twitter. Christensen, who was drafted in the second round of the 1978 draft out of BYU, had a ten-year NFL career with the Raiders. He was 57.

Petke renegotiating deal with Red Bulls

Mike Petke, the Red Bulls' rookie coach, is renegotiating his own contract while his employers search for an attacking midfielder to make his life easier next year.

Nolan and LaFontaine in as Sabres fire coach and GM

The Buffalo Sabres have fired coach Ron Rolston and rehired Ted Nolan to replace him. Sabres owner Terry Pegula also announced Wednesday that he fired general manager Darcy Regier and hired Pat LaFontaine as president of hockey operations.

VIDEO: Sabres broadcaster forced to call game from bench

Rick Jeanneret has seen it all in 40-plus years as the Sabres' play-by-play announcer, but on Tuesday he saw it from a different angle. The 71-year-old broadcaster called Buffalo's 2-0 loss to the Kings from between the benches, a move that was made necessary due to a faulty elevator at First Niagara Center.

Owens gold medal up for auction to dismay of Olympic officials

It is “difficult” for IOC President Thomas Bach to accept that a gold medal won by Jesse Owens at the 1936 Berlin Olympics will go on auction and possibly be bought by a private collector.

Jayhawks win baby battle behind Wiggins, top Parker and Duke 94-83

Andrew Wiggins scored 16 of his 22 points in the second half, outplaying Jabari Parker down the stretch and helping No. 5 Kansas knock off fourth-ranked Duke 94-83 on Tuesday night. Parker, a former prep star at nearby Simeon High School, had 27 points, nine rebounds and three steals in a spectacular homecoming.

Dawson tip tops No. 1 Kentucky as Michigan St. wins in Chicago

With Keith Appling, Gary Harris and Adreian Payne all scoring in double figures for No. 2 Michigan State, Branden Dawson came up with the biggest basket, tipping in a miss with less than six seconds left to give the Spartans a 78-74 victory over top-ranked Kentucky on Tuesday night.

Mayor: Turner Field will be demolished when Braves leave

Atlanta’s mayor said Tuesday that the city will demolish Turner Field after the Braves leave for a new stadium in the suburbs in 2017. Mayor Kasim Reed said at a news conference that the stadium will not be left vacant after the team starts playing at a new field in Cobb County in three years.

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