MR GRADY'S DAILY BLOG: AMERICAS NEWS

Monday, January 13, 2014

AMERICAS NEWS

LIGHTS, CAMERAS, AWARDS! SEE the fashion hits and misses as Hollywood's hottest actors hit the Golden Globes red carpet

Who was the biggest style star at this year's Golden Globe Awards? Check out our picks for best and worst dressed. read full story »

EXCLUSIVE 'How can a grown man look like a deer?' L.I. man facing charges after mistakenly gunning down friend on hunting trip

An upstate prosecutor is moving to indict a Long Island man who shot and killed a pal in a November hunting accident, the Daily News has learned.

'[It] hit him hard and hit him fast': Family warns teens to steer clear of synthetic drug Spice as they mourn dead son

A young man dropped dead after smoking a synthetic drug known as Spice, a mystery concoction that's gaining traction as a legal but fatal alternative to marijuana.

'Murderous' driver in deadly Pennsylvania road-rage shooting chased motorist for 15 miles, cops say

A “murderous” highway gunman chased a 28-year-old for about 15 miles before he forced him off a Pennsylvania interstate and shot him dead, authorities said.

Police confiscate semi-automatic gun from NY radio host after erratic behavior: report

Police confiscated a semi-automatic handgun from a western New York radio host after the man was spotted stalking around his backyard early Wednesday morning, local media reported.

Lupica: Chris Christie needs to prove he’s a tough leader, not just talk like it

Chris Christie, who sounds like more of a victim these days than Alex Rodriguez, did much better with his last storm, Hurricane Sandy, than with one he wants the whole world to believe should be called Hurricane Bridget.

PHOTOS: 'No Pants Subway Ride' brings cheeky straphangers

Pope Francis baptizes 32 infants, including baby girl of couple not married in the church

Pope Francis baptized 32 infants in the Sistine Chapel on Sunday — including a baby girl whose parents had been married in a civil ceremony, but not in the church.

EXCLUSIVE Rejecting NYC’s pre-K tax proposal could lead to tax feud

“We cannot and must not have a double standard when it comes to home rule legislation like Mayor de Blasio’s universal pre-K plan,” Jeffrey Klein (D-Bronx) told the Daily News. “Either we empower cities and counties to set their own destiny, or we rethink this entire process.” Klein made his comments after Senate Republican Leader Dean Skelos said last week that de Blasio hasn’t yet made a compelling case for a city income tax hike.

Connecticut burglar steals one banana after driving into Citgo station

The fruit thief used his station wagon to ram through the locked glass doors of a Citgo gas station in Newington, stole a single banana off the shelf and stood casually eating it inside the store before he drove away, police said.

'What’s weighing on my mind is how soon I can get a Bud Light in my mouth': Elated Peyton Manning doesn't want to talk off-season neck exam

Peyton Manning just had one of the best regular seasons of his career at 37, setting NFL single-season records with 5,477 yards passing and 55 touchdowns.

Myls Dobson's mom leads vigil near building where 4-year-old son died

The mother of a 4-year-old boy allegedly beaten to death by his jailed father’s transgender girlfriend led a tearful vigil Sunday night outside the luxury Hell’s Kitchen building where he died.

EXCLUSIVE Mayor de Blasio donors exploited loopholes allowing double, triple giving

Mayor de Blasio took political fundraising to new extremes during his come-from-behind campaign, a Daily News review has found.

SATAN LIVES: Florida man robs Circle K wearing devil mask

Security cameras recorded a gun-wielding fiend hold up a convenience store wearing a devil mask. Police are looking for the man who has hell to pay for forcing a clerk to empty the cash register at a Circle K on Curry Ford Road in Orlando, Fla., early Sunday morning.

Chris Christie 'did a great job' responding to Bridgegate scandal: Top political fixer

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie “did a great job” reacting to the unfolding Bridgegate scandal this week, according to Judy Smith, the Washington political fixer who inspired the Olivia Pope character on TV show "Scandal.”

Newark man arrested for triple murder in strip club on Christmas

Police arrested the man wanted for killing three people in a northern New Jersey strip club Christmas morning, authorities said.

Texas man gets 60 years in prison for horrific abuse case in which he carved nickname 'Ace' on prostitute's legs

A North Texas man has been sentenced to 60 years in prison for abducting and beating a prostitute in an attack in which he carved his nickname on her legs.

Astronauts finally unwrap Christmas gifts, including presents from family and fresh fruit, from delayed shipment

The six space station astronauts finally got their Christmas presents Sunday with the arrival of a privately launched supply ship that took an extra month to soar.

CONCERT REVIEW HOVA'S HOME! Jay Z lights up Barclays

Raissman: Alex Rodriguez steals NFL spotlight, another Mike Francesa interview next?

Not that Bud Selig, or his PED Posse, planned it this way (or did they?), but the timing of arbitrator Fredric Horowitz’s decision allowed Alex Rodriguez to upstage the NFL's Divisional Playoff Party.

Lovett: State Senate Democrats debt-free as they prepare for elections

State Senate Democrats will head into this year's crucial fight for the control of the chamber debt free for the first time in three years. The Democratic Senate Campaign Committee will report this week that over the past six months it paid down the remaining $665,000 of what had been a $3.1 million debt in January 2011, said Sen.

Pope Francis names 19 new cardinals; ceremony will be next month

Pope Francis has named his first batch of cardinals, choosing 19 men from Asia, Africa, North and South America and elsewhere, including Haiti and Burkino Faso, to reflect his attention to the poor.

Check out the FULL LIST of Golden Globes Awards winners

Now that the champagne glasses have been taken away and the applause has died down, here is the final list of Golden Globe winners.

Ronan Farrow takes shot at Woody Allen tribute

Woody Allen's lifetime-achievement tribute at the Golden Globes drew one big criticism — from his estranged son, Ronan Farrow.

Tina Fey and Amy Poehler are golden as hosts

The golden girls are back! Tina Fey and Amy Poehler were both gorgeous and funny for their second go 'round as the hosts of the Golden Globes — providing more evidence why they’re America’s most wanted award show hosts.

Jacqueline Bisset cusses during acceptance speech

It took just 15 minutes before the Golden Globes endured its first major controversy of the evening.

20 best and worst Golden Globes dresses of all time

Obamacare website’s Spanish version full of errors

Federal officials say they have been working to make the site better and plan further improvements soon. Also, administrators say they welcome feedback and try to fix typos or other errors quickly. “We launched consumer-friendly Spanish online enrollment tools on CuidadoDeSalud.gov in December which represents one more way for Latinos to enroll in Marketplace plans,” said Health and Human Services Department spokesman Richard Olague in an email to The Associated Press. “Since the soft-launch, we continue to work closely with key stakeholders to get feedback in order to improve the experience for those consumers that use the website.”

Cameras to be required in all NYC train cars: senators

The National Transportation Safety Board recommended train car cameras in 2008. Blumenthal criticized the railroad agency for delaying action. “It shouldn’t take a tragedy like Spuyten Duyvil or two United States senators for the Federal Railroad Administration to do its job,” he said. The administration will begin the process of enacting the rule this year, said spokesman Kevin Thompson.

Former adviser: Ariel Sharon was a lion on battlefield and in politics and wanted only peace for Israel

Airle Sharon rose above all crises. He was never deterred from his goals. Today, the world mourns the loss of a great leader. Today, I mourn a world leader, a mentor, a man larger than life.

New Jersey pol in charge of Bridgegate investigation says impeachment 'a possibility' if Gov. Christie lied

A top New Jersey politician hopes to subpoena even more emails and documents in the ongoing investigation of Gov. Chris Christie’s administration and his vindictive appointees.

STOLEN CAMERA DID THEM IN: 7 thugs arrested, 4 more on the run in brutal murder of ex-Miss Venezuela, ex-husband

The discovery of a digital camera stolen from Monica Spear and her ex-husband was key to identifying the seven people arrested in their fatal shooting, the chief of Venezuela’s criminal police said.

NFL recap: Peyton leads Broncos past Chargers; 49ers back in title game

National Institutes of Health awards $224,000 grant for custom condom-fit study

One size doesn't fit all, especially when it comes to condoms, which is why the National Institutes of Health awarded a Georgia-based condom company a $224,000 grant to create condoms for every size and shape.

Olivia Palermo soaks up the sun in St. Barts

IT'S GOTTA BE THE SHOES: Oregon man sues Nike, blaming shoemaker for his violent assault conviction

Sirgiorgiro Clardy filed a $100 million lawsuit against Nike in Multnomah County Circuit Court stating the shoe company should have a warning label on Air Jordans because they can be used as a dangerous weapon.

Eagles star DeSean Jackson's home burglarized in South Philly, handgun and over $250,000 stolen

Philadelphia police say someone broke into a home belonging to Eagles star receiver DeSean Jackson and stole a handgun and more than $250,000 in cash and jewelry.

'My sister has been gored by a deer': Florida woman's eye knocked out of socket after animal attack — HEAR CHILLING THE 911 CALL

A 75-year-old woman's eye was knocked out of its socket after she was gored by a deer Friday morning. The victim's sister breathlessly tried to call for help in a phone call to the Pasco County Sherriff's Office

HAVE YOU SEEN THE CHEESE PERV? Cops on the lookout for man terrorizing Philadelphia women with sex acts and slices of Swiss

A creep dubbed the 'Swiss cheese pervert' has been exposing himself to women in Philadelphia, according to the Mayfair Town Watch.

STRIP CLUB SHUTTERED: Florida jiggle joint where 13-year-old was forced to dance loses license while cops investigate

A Miami Beach strip club where a 13-year-old girl was allegedly forced to perform nude has been stripped of its business license.

Google apologizes after Hitler intersection appears in Germany on Maps service

Google apologized Friday after a Berlin intersection briefly regained its Nazi-era name, Adolf-Hitler-Platz, on the Google Maps service.

SEE IT: Oregon woman jumps off bridge 30-to-40 feet into icy water in desperate attempt to avoid police

Police in Troutdale, Ore., were following a vehicle that was reported stolen Wednesday afternoon for several miles at a high rate of speed until the driver, Rebecca Humphries, 26, decided to end the chase.

More than $70,000 goes missing from Newtown charity — and man in charge of the foundation's finances may be on the run

Ryan Graney said that Robbie Bruce has cut ties with her and hasn't explained how such a large sum of money didn't make it to the Newtown Youth Academy.

Bank of America to improve working conditions following death of intern

In a memo sent to staff on Friday, Bank of America said an internal review had outlined measures to ensure such staff take days off and to improve support and supervision.

Fellow students of brain-dead Oakland girl pray for her to wake up

Even though she is considered dead by state and medical officials, the buddies of Jahi McMath say she is still alive and prayer will bring her back to class.

He put a ring on it — again! Pamela remarries ex

Sports

Welker refuses to play head games with former coach Belichick

It sounded as though Wes Welker was playing for Bill Belichick again.The wide receiver, who escaped from Belichick’s lockdown when he signed with the Broncos in the offseason, was not going to supply his old coach with any bulletin board material after Denver moved on to the AFC Championship Game against the Patriots.

49ers put Panthers away with ease to advance to third straight NFC title game

The San Francisco 49ers traveled cross-country to face the Carolina Panthers Sunday afternoon, picked up a win in the divisional round of the playoffs and button hooked back west to prepare for their third consecutive NFC Championship game.

Seahawks set to lower the Boom

The Seahawk defense has dubbed itself “The Legion of Boom” and it’s spent the past two years pushing Seattle to the top of the NFL.

LEGAL ANALYSIS Harvey: A-Rod courts trouble with legal push

Alex Rodriguez will lose $25 million this year, has likely paid lawyers, crisis managers and others more than $10 million, his legacy is forever tainted and, incredible as it may seem, his legal troubles could go from bad to worse.

Autos

S is for savory: Bentley Continental V8 S-models arrive stateside at the 2014 Detroit Auto Show

Since rich people can never have too many directions in which to throw their money, British luxury automaker Bentley is fleshing out its U.S. model lineup with new V8 “S” variants of its popular Continental coupe and convertible models.

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Gwyneth Paltrow, Chris Martin pack in PDA during Sean Penn’s gala

'It's a real sense of closure': Silicon Valley exec and four family members found dead in Idaho mountains weeks after plane crash

The wreckage of a small plane carrying five people, including a Silicon Valley executive, was found Friday after vanishing in the central Idaho mountains on Dec. 1, the Valley County sheriff’s office said.

Parents now say drunken teenage son's killing was murder

Jennea and Shawn Gordley originally forgave the man who killed their 16-year-old son. Now they say it was murder.

Swedish court frees rape suspect despite woman 'clearly' saying no

A rape suspect has been freed in Sweden, after he convinced a court that a women's screams of protest were part of a kinky game and even though she had said she did not want sex.

Hero dad dies saving his two drowning sons in beach horror

A British tourist in Australia has died while saving his two sons from drowning. The 44-year-old man is believed to have suffered a heart attack as he pulled his sons from the water, said Metro.

CYBER SHOPLIFTERS HIT AGAIN: Neiman Marcus says unknown number of customers could have credit data compromised

Luxury department store Neiman Marcus said late Friday that its database of customer information was hacked in December.

Man, 92, beaten to death — allegedly by 78-year-old roommate

A 78-year-old Spaniard has been arrested for battering a 92-year-old roommate to death with his cane.

Handcuffed N.C. teen shot himself while in custody: police

Police in North Carolina say all evidence collected during their investigation into the shooting death of a handcuffed teenager indicates he killed himself with a concealed large-caliber pistol that a rookie officer failed to detect when he frisked him.

British cops hunting man accused of pleasuring himself on train

British police have released a photograph of a man they want to question after he allegedly masturbated on a busy train.

EXCLUSIVE HOT ITEM? Sean, Charlize look the part at gala

SPOTTED! Jake Gyllenhaal tries to go incognito on NYC subway

HIGH IN THE ROCKIES: Colorado embraces recreational marijuana as part of 2014 economy after $5M of pot sold since Jan. 1

It's no longer just a cheesy song, but a rallying cry for a new kind of tourism. It’s still hard to believe, but on Jan. 1, Colorado became the first state to legalize recreational marijuana sales and consumption — both for residents and for out-of-staters.

Car crash critically injures three in Highland Park, Brooklyn

A car crash left four people injured and three in critical condition early Sunday, police said. Cops said the driver of a green sedan came barreling around a sharp turn on Highland Blvd. minutes after 4 a.m. on Sunday.

Firefighters struggle to control six-alarm blaze that broke out in basement of Manhattan bank

The blaze broke out in the basement of the Citibank on the corner of Broadway and W. 111th St. at 5:20 a.m., FDNY officials said.

Stasi: Gov. Christie must not have gotten the memo that politicians don't usually get done in by the crime, but the COVER UP

In a mea not-culpa press conference that felt longer than a Ted Cruz speech, Gov. Chris Christie came off as having an ego as big as his appetite.

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Heigl, daughter walk ‘Nut Job’ red carpet

‘He should never be released from his guilt’: Two men convicted of killing rabbi’s wife to be released from prison

Rabbi Fred Neulander, 72, was convicted of hiring Paul Daniels, 39, and Leonard Jenoff, 68, to kill his wife Carol in 1994. Jenoff will be released from jail in a few weeks and Daniels within a year.

KILLING IN THE NAME OF: How twisted teen used namesake of '90s killer — his great-uncle — to commit murder all his own

At 14, Matthew Meuleman (left) changed his name to Ivan Milat, the name of his murderous uncle (right) known for the 'Backpacker Murders' in the bush of Australia in the 1990s. The younger Milat was found guilty of the 2010 slaying of a classmate.

EXCLUSIVE Dad of tragic tot killed by abuse, starvation, interviewed by News while behind bars, says he was a 'loving father'

Okee Wade (left), the father of Myls Dobson, the 4-year-old boy found dead in the bathroom of a W. 48th St. apartment Wednesday, said he did his job as a parent. And had no idea who his supposed girlfriend, Kryzie King (right), was.

'SPECTACLE OF KILLING': Outrage pours out as Dallas club auctions permit to hunt African black rhino for $350G

While there are an estimated 4,000 black rhinos left in existence, a permit to kill them has been sold — wildlife advocates are not pleased.

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SPOILER ALERT Horrific crime shocks staff, 'Downton Abbey' viewers

'Downton Abbey” has never lacked shock and sorrow. Or down and dirty. Not until Sunday night, though, did it give us a moment that was brutally ugly.

Kelly Osbourne shows off Globes manicure, missing engagement ring

Osbourne recently split from fiancé Matthew Mosshart.

Johnny Depp, Amber Heard in HEAVEN

The two are seen arm in arm at The Art of Elysium HEAVEN Gala in Los Angeles Saturday night.

JLaw on Christian Bale: 'He's Fatman, not Batman'

According to "American Hustle" director, canoodling with Bale on the set didn't live up to Lawrence's dream.

Leo, Robin Thicke party all night in London

The smooth duo apparently went on a day-long bender after DiCaprio's "Wolf of Wall Street" London premiere, according to British tabloid The Mirror.

J-Lo sued by L.A. man for ‘nude pictures’ scam: report

He claims the pop star duped him into sending naked pics with the promise of launching his music career.

Kris Jenner attends party for Beyoncé’s mom, Tina Knowles

While Kim Kardashian's mom scored an invite to Tina Knowles' lavish birthday bash.

JLaw 'slave' to 'Hunger' franchise: director Russell

Rangers P Holland blames knee injury on pet dog

Talk about being hounded by injury.

Charlize Theron, Sean Penn cozy up at gala

Sean Penn's rumored romance with actress Charlize Theron stole a bit of attention away from the "Milk" actor's noble humanitarian efforts at his third annual Help Haiti Home benefit gala on Saturday night.

Ex: I dated Nigella before her first husband's death

TV chef Nigella Lawson has been accused of cheating on her dying husband by art tycoon Charles Saatchi.

‘Lone Survivor’ burns out ‘Frozen’ to top box office

"Lone Survivor," the true story of a failed U.S. Navy SEALS mission to capture or kill a Taliban leader in Afghanistan, collected $38.5 million in U.S. and Canadian ticket sales, topping movie "Frozen" to win the weekend box office race.

'House of Cards' star Robin Wright engaged to Ben Foster

Robin Wright is a bride-to-be! The 'House of Cards' actress is engaged to actor boyfriend Ben Foster, a rep for Wright confirmed to People Magazine.

Ice Cube talks stop-and-frisk ahead of 'Ride Along' flick

For a guy who became famous for rapping 'F--k tha Police,' Ice Cube has sure played a lot of cops ...

Teen idol David Cassidy busted for drunk driving... again

David Cassidy has been picked up again for driving under the influence. The former teen heartthrob was pulled over in Los Angeles on Friday after police saw him make an illegal right turn, TMZ reported.

Drew Barrymore's daughter hangs out backstage at 'Ellen'

In Hollywood, it seems celebrities' kids are in diapers one minute and donning miniskirts and mohawks the next.

Harrelson, McConaughey at odds in 'True Detective'

The best buds play very edgy rivals in 'True Detective,' an eight-part closed-end murder mystery.

Exclusive: Spider-Man alter ego Peter Parker to return

Thirteen months after he was squashed, Peter Parker is about to make a miraculous recovery.

Mindy Kaling opens up on 'Elle' flap

Mindy Kaling graced the cover of the February issue of Elle magazine for the first time. But the controversy surrounding it has overshadowed Kaling's moment. "I was, for the first time in my career, on the cover of a fashion magazine, which is such an awesome, nice thing," she said on the "Late Show with David Letterman" Friday.

New Jack Ryan is awestruck by mentor Kevin Costner

On the first day of filming “Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit,” a chaotic action sequence set in the midst of Manhattan’s Financial District, star Chris Pine suddenly realized he was acting opposite the Kevin Costner.

Move over Quinoa!

Quinoa takes the crown for the most overexposed food of 2013 — but our experts share what adventurous shoppers can expect to see next.

NatGeo Travel's 'Golden Hour' photo contest — SEE THE 10 BEST

National Geographic Travel's "Your Shot: Golden Hour" contest provides an opportunity for shutterbugs to show off their most stunning photos of sunrises, sunsets and everything brilliant in between.

Patterns at play with Furstenberg exhibition

Gwyneth Paltrow, Allison Williams and other stars celebrated the queen of wrap dresses in Los Angeles.

PHOTOS SEE what your fave celebs did this week

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

2014 Sundance Film Fest promises game-changing lineup

The Park City, Utah, event celebrates its 20th anniversary, kicking off Thursday.

Joanna Krupa in bikini: Her hottest moments

Joanna Krupa is one of the hottest "Housewives" of all time. Don't believe us?

Donald Trump: I'll run for NY gov if GOP backs me

Trump said he wants full support, meaning no primaries and even Conservative Party backing.

Meet 'Dream Team' of ballooned booties

Cocktail waitresses sporting souped-up, caricature-sized curves are all the rage at Washington Heights nightclubs, where deep-pocketed testorone-filled patrons have helped spark burgeoning interest in servers with balloon-sized booties and boobs.

Justin Bieber accused of egging neighbor's home

Justin Bieber may just have egg all over his face on this one.

A-Rod timeline: From top pick to Biogenesis dope

Arbitrator Fredric Horowitz struck A-Rod with a 162-game suspension.

PHOTOS Ariel Sharon's historic life

The former Prime Minister of Israel and famed general was both iconic and controversial.

Nick Cannon on Mariah marriage: 'Lots of sex'

Sex! And lots of it is the secret to Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey's happy marriage.

Tori Spelling, Dean McDermott spotted together amid cheating rumors

Tori Spelling has yet to speak out about her husband's possible ...

SEE IT NASA satellite discovers the 'hand of god' found in space

Sunning new satellite photo obtained by NASA shows a cluster of stars 17,000 light-years in the distance forming what scientists are calling the “Hand of God.”

'30 Rock' actor engaged to longtime boyfriend

Maulik Pancholy and his longtime boyfriend Ryan Corvaia are engaged.

Ke$ha’s mom checks into same rehab facility as pop star

Ke$ha's mom, Pebe Sebert, is taking a page out of her daughter's rehab book.

VIDEO: Olympic ski jumper hospitalized after horrific crash

Three-time Olympic ski jump champion Thomas Morgenstern of Austria was hospitalized ...

‘Mad Men,’ ‘Better Call Saul’ get premiere dates

AMC's "Mad Men" will return April 13 and the "Breaking Bad" spinoff "Better Call Saul" will debut ...

EXCLUSIVE CNN's Zucker: Fox News is HQ for GOP

CNN honcho Jeff Zucker blasted Fox News Channel boss Roger Ailes Friday.

Hilary Duff, Mike Comrie split after three-year marriage

The former Disney star, 26, and 33-year-old former NHL hockey player Mike Comrie have “mutually decided [on] an amicable separation," a rep for the actress confirmed to the Daily News.

Emma Watson moving on with rugby player

"Harry Potter" didn't stay single for long, as she was spotted cozying up to rugby player Matt Janney.

Palin's going all out for 'Amazing America'

If we all just watch her new TV show, Sarah Palin says we can restore America to its former glory.

Reporter angers 'Girls' producers by asking Dunham why character is 'naked at random'

Lena Dunham, writer and star of HBO's "Girls," remained cool and reasonably civil when a male writer during a Television Critics Association panel here asks her why "your character is often naked at random times for no reason." Dunham's fellow creators weren't nearly so diplomatic.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Blue Ivy celebrates turning 2 at bird sanctuary

She has parents who adore her, a wardrobe to die for and all-star access.

EXCLUSIVE Taylor Swift house hunting in NYC

Taylor Swift is on the hunt and this time it's not for a man — but a Manhattan address.

Chili Peppers to rock Super Bowl stage

The Red Hot Chili Peppers are reportedly joining headline act Bruno Mars during the festivities.

PHOTOS Jamie Chung shows off bling ring

She is one of the latest celebs to show off a monster engagement rock.

SEE IT 'Game of Thrones' Season 4 Vines

In Westeros, only the greenseers can see into the future. On the Internet, anyone can.

'Girl Meets World' star set to earn $8K a WEEK

Unlike other 6-year-olds, August MaturoIt has found something a lot more lucrative than a lemonade stand.

PHOTOS Who's the fairest of them all?

Disney characters come to life in stunning portraits — thanks to a handful of celebs.

PHOTOS Kim K. squeezes into skinny jeans

Her usual flashy Hollywood party style has taken a strange turn since she started dating Kanye West.

Voyce: A fitness tracker for your dog

Wearable fitness tracking has gone to the dogs, literally, with Voyce.

Paul Walker's upcoming roles recast

Two months after his tragic death, filmmakers have reportedly recast the late actor in two films.

Shia LaBeouf vows he's 'retiring from all public life'

Star plays victim card amid accusations he ripped of Daniel Clowes story for his short film.

Bobbi Kristina Brown, Nick Gordon 'happily married'

Bobbi Kristina Brown and Nick Gordon may have secretly said "I do."

‘Boardwalk Empire’ to end after fifth season

HBO's "Game of Thrones" returns April 6 and "Boardwalk Empire" will finish its run this fall, the network announced Thursday.

Is coffee really dehydrating?

Coffee lovers concerned their cup of joe is dehydrating may not need to worry. A new study suggests coffee is no more dehydrating that water.

'Klondike' producers had trouble landing Sam Shepard

The hard part about recruiting Sam Shepard for the new Discovery miniseries "Klondike" was finding him.rush saga, "which meant we had to get him a script.

TV REVIEW ‘1964’

Landmark year forever changed the nation's course, with help from Lyndon Johnson, the Beatles and more.

Stars shine at Pre-Golden Globes events

The Golden Globes may be this weekend, but these celebrities are already partying. Michelle Dockery, Dita Von Teese and Naomie Harris wore eye-catching outfits at pre-Golden Globe festivities. See them all here ...

PHOTOS Irina Shayk stuns in sultry swimsuit ads

Irina Shayk's latest campaign will have you dreaming of summer.

Nicole Kidman strips off for Jimmy Choo ads — SEE THEM

Nicole Kidman shows off more than designer shoes and purses.

David Beckham introduces H&M kids' line

The former soccer star is bringing his underwear and loungewear designs to a new generation of fans: kids aged 1 to 14.

TV REVIEW ‘True Detective,’ TV review

HBO series fits nicely among dramas with a dark crime story and a darker psychological story behind.

Madonna spotted with young dancer, sparks romance chatter

The pop icon, 55, was seen in the company of 26-year-old Timor Steffens.

Burrito vending machine arrives in Los Angeles

A Mobil in West Hollywood, Calif., is now the home of the world’s first Burritobox, a bright orange vending machine that delivers warm burritos in 60 seconds.

Oprah fumes over working with Lindsay: 'Everyone warned me'

Even Oprah has problems with LiLo.

Amiri Baraka's love of jazz was a constant in his controversial life

Like Whitman, he was large. He contained multitudes.

Kate Upton can't 'keep her clothes on' for V

The 21-year-old blond beauty covers V magazine in a double-cover special.

Amiri Baraka, NJ's last poet laureate, dies

Prolific poet, playwright and author Amiri Baraka died Thursday at the age of 79.

‘Spoils of Babylon’ Maguire another ‘Gatsby’ moment

Tobey Maguire concedes, good-naturedly, that his lead role in "The Great Gatsby" had some similarities to the character he parodies in the new IFC series "The Spoils of Babylon."

Lifetime already sets sequel to ‘Flowers in the Attic’

Lifetime's new adaptation of "Flowers In the Attic" hasn't even aired yet and the network has commissioned a sequel.

Hold on to your seismometer, it'll be loud for Seattle Seattle in heated playoff game

When the gates open at CenturyLink Field for Saturday’s NFC divisional playoff game, Lorin Sandretzky will pass through, silent for just a moment.

‘Boardwalk Empire’ to end after fifth season

HBO's "Game of Thrones" returns April 6 and "Boardwalk Empire" will finish its run this fall, the network announced Thursday.

Flavor Flav busted for pot on way to mom's funeral

Rapper arrested for driving with a suspended license — and cops caught him with reefer in his ride.

Meryl: Walt Disney was sexist and an anti-Semite

The winner for best drama surrounding a dramatic performance award goes to... Meryl Streep.

SEE IT 'Real Housewives of NYC’ Season 6 trailer

The ladies of the Big Apple are back and bringing the drama.

'Best bathrooms for sex' list angers business owners

Article naming the top five bathrooms for sex in Indiana town has caused quite a stir.

Device showing promise for sleep apnea

A new implant could soon be an alternative to a bulky mask for the millions with sleep apnea.

Martha Stewart's $2,000+ beauty routine

She gets star treatment with pricey serums, facials and almost-daily masks.

Jason Aldean announces stadium tour

The country star is partnering with Major League Baseball to launch a 50-date stadium tour this spring.

Gabrielle: I won't 'sacrifice my relationship' for acting

As Gabrielle Union prepares to become Dwyane Wade's bride, she's focused on her priorities.

Khloe and Lamar put lovenest up for sale

Couple no longer needs the Hollywood Hills home. Now seeking $1.5M profit after just five years.

People’s Choice Awards 2014: Sandra Bullock steals the show

Actress Sandra Bullock swept the 40th People's Choice awards on Wednesday with four wins.

Ric Flair gets death threats over football pep talk

When it comes to choosing between the Panthers and 49ers, Ric Flair refuses to be pinned down.

Kelly Osbourne, Matthew Mosshart break off engagement

Kelly Osbourne is a single lady.

PHOTOS How to steal the styles of your favorite stars

Look like a celebrity without breaking the bank.

JT celebrates People's Choice wins at Taco Bell

He celebrated his People's Choice wins by indulging in a little fast food.

Air Sex World Championships head to the UK

The salacious sport sees contestants simulate sex in front of a live audience.

SEE IT Carly Rae Jepsen shares photos of 'Cinderella' fitting

Jepsen loves playing dress up, especially when it's for her Broadway debut.

So fetch! A 'Mean Girls' jewelry line is coming

Los Angeles-based jewelry company Stella and Bow is launching a “grool” line of baubles.

Gerard Butler in talks to star in ‘Point Break’ remake: report

Butler is in negotiations to play the part portrayed by Patrick Swayze.

WWE ready to rumble with big sports networks

WWE is moving outside the ring to mesh the best of Hulk Hogan, The Rock and John Cena all in one place — its own network. It’s time to lay the smack down 24/7.

Coachella festival will feature reunited Outkast

It took an event as big as Coachella to bring Outkast's Andre 3000 and Big Boi back together.

EXCLUSIVE Lindsay could be out on her OWN soon

It seems not even Oprah will be able to save LiLo’s lost soul.

People’s Choice Awards 2014: Nina Dobrev, Ian Somerhalder joke about break-up

Who said exes who still play a couple on television can't be good friends?

'Cold Comes the Night': movie review

Hey, look at this — it’s the archetypal early-January junk flick, dumped right at our doorstep!

Kris Jenner, 58, relaxes poolside in teeny black bikini

When it comes to sexy swimsuit shots, Kris fits right in with her famous daughters.

Miley the new face of Marc Jacobs

See her first campaign ad.

reviews 'Hamlet' and 'If You Build It'

This Canadian “Hamlet,” completed years ago, is as airless as a tomb, confining the English language’s greatest tragedy to a bland London apartment.

Redskins hire Jay Gruden to replace Shanahan

The Redskins hired Jay Gruden, the Bengals offensive coordinator, to succeed Mike Shanahan.

Zoe Saldana cast in NBC mini-series ‘Rosemary’s Baby’

Actress Zoe Saldana has been cast as the lead role for the NBC mini-series "Rosemary's Baby."

Christy Turlington stuns in new Missoni ads

The Italian design house has enlisted American supermodel Christy Turlington to present its latest collection.

Gwyneth Paltrow helps out at kids' lemonade stand

Gwyneth Paltrow may be a health nut, but even she can appreciate lemonade and cookies.

Penelope Cruz strips down in new ad campaign

Actress poses once again in the Spring-Summer 2014 campaign.

Sofia Vergara: 'Damn, I still look good'

She's sexy and she knows it. Sofia Vergara certainly knows how to flaunt those famous curves via her social media.

Michelle Rodriguez makes a drunken spectacle of herself at Knicks game

'Rodriguez drunkenly made out with model Cara Delevingne.

Zhang Yimou fined $1.2M for violating China’s strict children policy

Famed film director Zhang Yimou must pay more than $1.2 million in fines for having three children in violation of China’s strict family planning rules, officials said Thursday.

Leo 'mentally scarred' from terrifying Great White attack

Leonardo DiCaprio has revealed he has been terrified of sharks ever since he got trapped inside a cage with a gigantic Great White. 'The Wolf of Wall Street' lead told The Ellen DeGeneres Show on Tuesday how he narrowly cheated death during a diving expedition in Cape Town, South Africa, in 2006.

TV REVIEW ‘Helix’

Syfy's virus thriller packs a dose of the offbeat with Billy Campbell as a medical investigator.

SEE IT Man surprises parents with 130-lb. weight loss

Lucas Irwin nearly gave his parents a holiday heart attack when he showed them his massive weight loss.

Golden Globes 2014: Best and worst red carpet looks

Who was the biggest style star at this year's Golden Globe Awards? Check out our picks for best and worst dressed.

Golden Globes 2014: Top show moments

Anything goes at the Golden Globes! From Tina Fey and Amy Poehler's hilarious onstage stunts to major wins by "12 Years a Slave" and "American Hustle," relive all the top moments from the 2014 Golden Globes.

Luxe for less

Want to look like a million bucks? Snag these luxury looks for less.

Operation begins to lift Costa Concordia

Two years on from the tragedy that claimed the lives of 32 people, the rusting remains of the Costa Concordia is exposed as a massive operation called "parbuckling" to lift the stricken cruise liner begins -- exposing the full horror of the catastrophe.

Art of Elysium Gala

Hollywood's finest dressed to the nines at the Art of Elysium's 7th Annual Heaven Gala in Los Angeles on Jan. 11, 2014.

Stars on the subway

Stars or straphangers? See which A-list celebs were spotted taking the subway ...

Celebrity beach bodies

Fight off the winter chill with a look at the hottest celebrity beach bodies making waves this year.

The 20 best and worst Golden Globes dresses of all time

The 71st Golden Globe Awards are on Jan. 12, 2014. Take a look back at the most beautiful -- and the most bizarre -- red carpet ensembles.

Cutest kids in Hollywood

In Hollywood, it seems celebrities' kids are in diapers one minute and donning miniskirts and mohawks the next.

Kim Kardashian's style makeover

Kim's usual flashy Hollywood party girl style has taken a strange turn since she started dating Kanye West ...

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 ...

Incredible celebrity engagement rings

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

Stars who wear sheer clothing

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.

Celebrity photos of the week: Week of January 6

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

Stars shine at Pre-Golden Globes events

Kate Upton: Curves ahead

Kate Upton is taking the fashion industry by storm with her voluptuous curves and girl-next-door appeal. And now she's headed to Hollywood, starring in 'The Other Woman'.

Blue Ivy's baby album

She has parents who adore her, a wardrobe to die for and all-star access to just about any place in the world. At just two years old, it's safe to say Beyonce's daughter Blue Ivy is well on her way to becoming queen of the universe. Check out her most adorable moments ...

Irina Shayk stuns in latest sultry Beach Bunny swimsuit campaign

If Irina Shayk's latest campaign for luxury swimwear brand Beach Bunny doesn't have you dreaming of summer, we don't know what will.

Annie Leibovitz's Disney Dream Portraits

These Disney Dream Portraits by Annie Leibovitz take you from the ordinary to the extraordinary.

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.

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. To celebrate her 32nd birthday, check out the style icon's best moments ...

Mirror images: Celebrity look-a-likes

You may think your favorite celebrity is one of a kind, but there are some stars who will have you seeing double. From Hollywood heartthrobs to aging rock stars, get a peek at who's taken a turn as a celebrity doppelganger ...

People's Choice Awards 2014

The people have spoken! The 2014 People's Choice Awards kicked off the awards season in spectacular fashion as Hollywood's finest hit the red carpet and took home the night's top honors on Jan. 8, 2014. Check out which stars won your vote ...

Steal the look: Recreate the styles of your favorite stars

Look like a celebrity without breaking the bank.

Vanessa Hudgens for Bongo

Winter may be in full force, but Vanessa Hudgens is all ready for spring. The former Disney darling is the latest starlet to snag a Bongo campaign, modeling fun and flirty looks from the label's spring collection. Take a sneak peek ...

Celebrities over 40

These stars make 40 (and even 60!) look like the new 20. Check out who's been drinking from Hollywood's fountain of youth.

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 ...

The women of Simon Cowell

As Simon Cowell prepares to become a first-time dad, take a look back at the X-Factor judge's history as a bachelor ...

2014 National Board of Review Awards Gala

Jessica Chastain, Leonardo DiCaprio and Meryl Streep were among the stars to arrive at the 2014 National Board of Review awards gala in New York City on Jan. 7, 2014.

Sexiest magazine shoots

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

Sexy celeb vacation Twitter photos

Since celebrities have no problem oversharing their luxurious lives on Twitter, you can live vicariously through them -- even when they're on vacation.

Candice Swanepoel poses nude for Vogue

She's famous for strutting her stuff down the catwalk in skimpy lingerie, but Candice Swanepoel has showed off even more skin, going completely nude in the January 2014 edition of Vogue Brazil for her most daring photo shoot yet.

Hottest wives and girlfriends in sports

Game on! It looks like these sports stars know how to score both on and off the field. Not only do athletes have fame, fortune, legions of adoring fans and countless endorsement deals, they also have some of the most gorgeous wives and girlfriends of all time. From world famous supermodels to stunning actresses and pop stars, check out the hottest WAGs in sports ...

Celebrity tattoos

Check out which celebs are sporting some new ink.

2014 Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala

Hollywood's finest hit the red carpet at the Awards Gala for the 25th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival on Jan. 4, 2014. Check out which stars brought a dose of glamour to the California desert.

Ryan Seacrest parties in St. Barts

New Year's Eve may be over, but according to Ryan Seacrest the party's still going. The American Idol host looked very merry while partying on St. Barts beach on Jan. 2, 2014.

New year, new you: Best fitness gear for 2014

With these cute workout looks, you'll actually want to hit the gym.

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.

Celebrity photos of the week: Week of December 30

See what all the stars were up to this week …

Sports

Lynch, Seattle throttle New Orleans to make NFC title game

The cheers didn’t quite shake the earth. But they did send a message: The Seattle Seahawks are headed back to the NFC title game. But there was a Beast in Seahawks back Marshawn Lynch, and that’s all Seattle needed to beat New Orleans, 23-15, in the NFC Divisional Playoffs.

Inside the Playbook: 49ers at Panthers

The Panthers have been poo-pooing their lack of playoff experience but it’s a legitimate question, especially with Newton appearing in his first postseason game.

Inside the Playbook: Chargers at Broncos

The Chargers finished the regular season on a roll, with a little help from the officials in the season finale, and are starting to look like one of those wild-card teams that gets hot at the right time. They certainly won’t be intimidated by the Broncos.

Franklin hired to replace O'Brien at Penn State

Penn State has hired James Franklin as its next head coach.Franklin, 41, who led Vanderbilt to bowls in all three of his seasons there, replaces Bill O’Brien, who left the Nittany Lions after two years to coach the NFL’s Houston Texans.

NBA power rankings: Knicks, Nets finally make a move

2014 is turning out to be a very good year for New York basketball. Since ringing out 2013, the Knicks have posted impressive wins over the Spurs and Heat, and the Nets have just about matched those with victories against the Thunder and Warriors.

NFL Divisional Playoffs Bettor's Guide: Broncos should top Chargers this time

From the best NFL games to bet this weekend, to the ones you should steer clear of, check out Hank Gola's guide to get you through the weekend a winner. Then check out how the rest of our crew of pigskin experts see this weekend's action as they pick against the spread.

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