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EXCLUSIVE: Review of $2M account controlled by slain landlord and business partner reveals $1.7M has been 'improperly' removed

A court-ordered review of a $2 million account controlled by slain Menachem Stark and his business partner, Israel Perlmutter, revealed that $1.7 million of the cash had been “improperly” removed, the Daily News has learned. read full story »

MY PARENTS ARE MURDERERS: Woman reveals shocking discovery that her church-going caretakers killed their previous families before marrying each other

Erica Hayes, 41, is struggling to reconcile her peaceful childhood with the horrific news that the loving parents who raised her were actually cold-blooded murderers.

Explosion that killed seven Marines caused by training misstep: report

An explosion that killed seven Camp Lejeune Marines during a nighttime training exercise was the result of human error and insufficient training, according to the results of a military investigation. Lt. Adam Flores, a spokesman for the Lejeune-based 2nd Marine Division, said Wednesday that the investigation found the deadly March 18 explosion was triggered when a Marine dropped a second round into an already loaded mortar tube during a live-fire exercise.

Two brothers suffer fatal heart attacks just TEN DAYS apart while jogging in New York City parks

Half-brothers Peter Berry, 60, and Rynn Berry Jr., 68, suffered fatal heart attacks 10 days apart from each other while jogging in Central Park and Prospect Park, respectively.

'GUILTY OF BEING STUPID BEHIND THE WHEEL': Ex-Dallas Cowboys player convicted of killing friend in drunken car crash

Josh Brent was convicted of intoxication manslaughter Wednesday for a wreck that killed his teammate and close friend, Jerry Brown. Brent, 25, showed no reaction when he learned the verdict.

VIDEO Richard Sherman goes on TV rant before Erin Andrews interview

A newly-discovered video from Sunday's NFC Championship game shows the Seattle Seahawks cornerback fired up and in full anti-Michael Crabtree mode seconds before his now infamous post-game rant.

She's a Ta-knockout! Yanks Japanese ace has pop star wife

Lupica: Yanks signing Tanaka latest reminder of 2009 free agent spending spree

The Yankees missed the playoffs in 2008 and immediately went out and spent around $425 million to get CC Sabathia — the way he is losing weight, he is probably just C Sabathia now — and A.J. Burnett and Mark Teixeira.

New York dad confesses to murdering wife, daughters before fleeing to Texas

Four NYPD detectives traveled south to grill Miguel Mejia, 28, who fled to the Lone Star State after the murders, and Mejia has admitted to the gruesome crimes.

FOUND! Brooklyn boy, 12, who went missing a week ago found safe at grandmother's home

Izayus is black, 5-foot-1 and 120 lbs., with a medium build, brown eyes and close-cut brown hair, cops said. He was last seen wearing a black vest, red baseball cap, black hooded sweatshirt, khaki pants and black sneakers. He was carrying a blue backpack.

Jilted reporter threatens to kill hockey player who cheated on her: report

He didn’t play fair — so she didn’t play nice. A Canadian reporter is behind bars after cops say she threatened to kill her hockey-playing boyfriend after learning he’d slept with someone else.

Raissman: Tanaka deal is a real spark for Yankees

Masahiro Tanaka can buy a lot of stuff with $155 million. And with the moolah he will be shelling out over the next seven years, Hal Steinbrenner purchased a lot more than a highly acclaimed pitching phenom.

Palestinians plotted with Al Qaeda to attack U.S. embassy in Tel Aviv, Israel says

Three suspects — two from Jerusalem and one from the West Bank — were reportedly recruited by an operative based in the Gaza Strip who worked for Al Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahri.

Yankees win Tanaka sweepstakes, agreeing to epic seven-year, $155M deal with Japanese pitcher

The Yankees got the pitcher they needed Wednesday, agreeing to a seven-year, $155-million contract with Japanese ace Masahiro Tanaka, a move that probably makes them the winners of the baseball off-season.

Alligator found in Chicago O’Hare airport terminal leads to woman’s arrest

A suburban Chicago woman was high on crack cocaine, heroin and pills last year when she rode the city’s train system holding a baby alligator to O’Hare Airport, where she left the cold-blooded creature, police said.

British skydiver miraculously survives crash from 12,000 feet

Daredevil Ben Cornick suffered only broken bones after his parachute failed to open during a skydiving trip in Fiji last week, according to a report.

NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio admits 'more could have been done' on Upper East Side during snowfall

The newly minted executive initially defended his administration's handling of the storm, but after touring the area and speaking with residents he told the Sanitation Department to "double-down" on snow removal.

Girl, 14, stabs half-sister, 11, FORTY times in savage suburban Chicago slaying, cops say

A 14-year-old girl stabbed her 11-year-old half-sister 40 times during a gruesome crime at the family’s suburban Chicago home, police said Wednesday.

EXCLUSIVE Kathie Lee and Hoda: Keep the dirty jokes coming J-Law

Heartless crook steals puppy from blind Nevada toddler with cerebral palsy

Chico the puppy was taken from Whitney Harper’s Reno, Nev., home on Sunday. Harper said the dog brought comfort to her 3-year-old daughter, who is legally blind and has cerebral palsy.

Avonte Oquendo’s mom wants NYPD to turn over Department of Education files on how her son was able to walk out of school

Vanessa Fontaine filed the papers Wednesday in Manhattan Supreme Court asking a judge to overturn the city's decision to withhold the DOE's internal reports into their investigation.

Dallas police searching for pair of brothers, ages 7 and 9, allegedly taken by half-sister

Jacob Portalis, 7, and Joshua Portalis, 9, are reported as critically missing after taken from their Far North Dallas home allegedly by their half-sister, 17-year-old Haley Bean, without the boys’ parents' permission.

EL MARIACHEAT! Yanks A-Rod plays his hits in Cancun

SEE IT: Is this the mugshot of the year?

Is this the mug shot of the year already? Wild-eyed Arena Arnold is at least a sure-fire contender after being busted for alleged criminal impersonation Monday. Cops say the upstate New Yorker tried to pass herself off as a passenger after driving drunk and crashing a car, reports WHEC.

Florida teen who was suspended after appearing in gay porn film to return to school

Robert Marucci, a senior at Cocoa High School, broke into porn to help support his family. He was suspended last Wednesday for unspecified conduct violations.

Google Glass wearer questioned for hours over 'bootlegging movie'

A Google Glass wearer was hauled out of an Ohio movie theatre and interrogated for hours after being accused of bootlegging the movie he was simply watching. Department of Homeland Security officers thought the man, on a date with his wife, was part of a sophisticated international piracy ring.

EXCLUSIVE NYPD cops who had guns taken away over misfires may be rearmed after Bratton review

NYPD Commissioner Bill Bratton has made it a priority to review these cases as he grapples with running a police force that is short 5,000 officers from its 2001 headcount.

Gov. Cuomo will seek fix on airport workers wage

Gov. Cuomo praised the Daily News on Wednesday for its Fight for Fair Pay campaign and revealed he has asked the Port Authority to look into whether anything can be done to lift the abysmally low salaries of airport workers.

International Olympic Committee denies reports of terrorist threats made against Olympians

While Vladimir Putin insists that all will end well, another wave of terrorism threats aimed at the Sochi Winter Games has arrived at the doorsteps of several European Olympic committees.

FIND THESE MEN: Cops hunt rapists who attacked woman at Brooklyn tattoo shop

A woman was raped during a violent robbery at a Brooklyn tattoo shop on Friday, cops said.

Throne for two! Viral pic shows side-by-side toilets at Sochi Olympic ski center

When BBC reporter Steve Rosenberg went to use the bathroom at the cross-country skiing and biathlon center for next month’s Winter Olympics in Sochi, he found two toilets but only one stall.

New Google Glass app lets people see sex through their partner’s eyes

Would you wear Google Glass during sex? Would you want to see what your partner sees during the act? Now you can, thanks to a new app called Glance.

Filmmaker says Joe Paterno’s family pleased with documentary on Penn State sex-abuse scandal

The filmmaker behind the new documentary about the Penn State sexual-abuse scandal says that both the family of Joe Paterno and the lawyer for the victims expressed satisfaction with the film.

Every man's dream: Kate Upton and football (PHOTOS)

DAILY NEWS CAMPAIGN: FIGHT FOR FAIR PAY Tale of two guards: Kennedy Airport security personnel work SAME job but receive DIFFERENT compensation

Kennedy Airport security guards Prince Jackson and Dolores Holman work the same job — but they receive very different pay.

Diplomacy failed Mexican inmate executed in Texas

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — A Mexican national was executed Wednesday night in Texas for killing a Houston police officer, despite pleas and diplomatic pressure from the Mexican government and the U.S. State Department to halt the punishment.

Pope Francis tweets to March for Life in Washington

Pope Francis sent his support for the March for Life in Washington, where thousands of pro-life supporters will gather en masse on Capitol Hill for the 41st annual event. "I join the March for Life in Washington with my prayers.

Woman charged in Hong Kong with torturing Indonesian maid

Police said the charges against 44-year-old Law Wan-tung include two counts of wounding, one of common assault and three of criminal intimidation.

Chicago clergy tried to conceal abuse claims: report

After a 13-year-old boy reported in 1979 that a priest raped and threatened him at gunpoint to keep quiet, the Archdiocese of Chicago assured the boy’s parents that, although the cleric avoided prosecution, he would receive treatment and have no further contact with minors.

MIRACLE: 10-year-old Oregon boy survives 60-foot fall over cliff at state park – 'I saw him falling down the cliff like a rag doll'

The family of Wilson Pelot said he leaned on a broken railing and fell into a shallow pool of water. He survived and should be released from the hospital this week.

Wife of man shot for texting calls his death ‘unbearable’

The widow of a man who police say was shot and killed in a Florida movie theater for merely texting said Wednesday her “whole world got shattered.” In a brief press conference in Tampa, Nicole Oulson, speaking for the first time since the shooting last week, held back tears describing how a date with her husband, Chad Oulson, became a nightmare.

Pilot safely lands plane in Texas field after losing propeller

A 79-year-old pilot who crash landed a small plane in a Texas field after it lost its single propeller dusted off the miraculous feat as “just one of those things” that come with flying.

Syria peace talks nearly collapse on first day

Long-shot peace talks intended to bring an end to Syria’s vicious civil war were on the verge of collapse Wednesday before they even really began. The U.S. and Syrian opposition opened the conference in Montreux, Switzerland by saying that Syrian President Bashar Assad must relinquish power.

What was that about love keeping them together? Captain & Tennille DIVORCING

Sparkling rare 29.6-carat blue diamond discovered in South Africa

A 29.6-carat blue diamond, one of the rarest and most coveted in the world with a possible price tag of tens of millions of dollars, has been discovered at a South African mine by Petra Diamonds.

Making pregnancy look sexy: Gwen shows off baby bump

MTA to receive $886M to fix damage caused by Hurricane Sandy

Aid is starting to roll in to repair damage to New York’s transit system caused by Hurricane Sandy. Sen. Chuck Schumer said Tuesday the feds are providing $886 million to the Metropolitan Transportation Authority for fixes to East River subway tunnels.

Teen says partner, 43, died in consensual sex act

An Arizona teen arrested after a 43-year-old man was found dead with a cord around his neck claims he died during a consensual sex act. The 16-year-old reportedly confessed to cops she was erotically strangling and cutting Jason Ash — with his approval — before he passed out in her Phoenix apartment at 5:45 p.m.

Man slashed by 3 teens while shoveling sidewalk

A Department of Education worker shoveling snow outside an East Harlem school was slashed across the face by three teens in an apparently random attack early Wednesday, police sources said.

Mayor of town where Super Bowl XLVIII will be played wasn't invited AND he lost lottery to get tickets

Jim Cassella, mayor of East Rutherford, sits in a conference room on the second floor of his borough’s municipal building, and recalls watching the first Super Bowl on a black-and-white television at his family’s home on Randolph Ave. He ticks off his football experiences, recalling games at Yankee Stadium when Sam Huff anchored championship runs.

Sports

Durant continues scoring binge, drops 36 more as OKC beats Spurs

Teams are finding out there’s little they can do to stop Kevin Durant. Durant had 36 points to offset Tony Parker’s season-high 37, and Oklahoma City survived a testy 111-105 victory over San Antonio on Wednesday night, their third win this season over the defending Western Conference champions.

Vince Young is broke, files for bankruptcy

Former NFL and University of Texas quarterback Vince Young has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.The petition was filed last week in a Houston federal bankruptcy court, listing Young with estimated assets between $500,001 and $1 million and liabilities between $1,001,000 and $10 million.

IOC denies reports of terrorist threats against Olympians

While Vladimir Putin insists that all will end well, another wave of terrorism threats aimed at the Sochi Winter Games has arrived at the doorsteps of several European Olympic committees.

Super Diss! Mayor of Big Game's host town left out in the cold

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Would you pay more than TWO MILLION for a rusty Ferrari?

One of only 99 ever built, this rusty 1967 Ferrari is totally original and had never been offered for public sale until now.

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HEATED BATTLE: Tension rise as ‘Fifty Shades’ director, author clash on set

Man slashed on both arms after Queens road-rage incident

A 20-year-old man was slashed in both arms after a road-rage incident that led to a crash on a snow-slicked street in Queens, officials said.

74-year-old ripped off four banks of $49M in mortgage fraud scheme: feds

The feds say 74-year-old Long Island granny Mae Rabuffo controlled the purse strings for a $49 million real estate fraud scheme with her ex-husband, a former Genovese mob associate.

Chris Christie best person to lead Republican Governors Association, RNC chief says

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, under fire in his home state, received a pat on the back Wednesday from the head of the Republican National Committee.

Some narc! Police offer advice for smuggling marijuana

Stash your drugs where the sniffer dogs can't smell them. That's the controversial advice tweeted by Spain's National Police account on Tuesday after being asked how to best carry four marijuana joints on board a plane to a foreign country.

VIDEO: Dolphins steal show at surfing competition

The 2014 Rincon Classic in Ventura County, Calif., drew 250 surfers this past weekend but the talk of the international event was a pod of dolphins that rode the waves alongside competitors in the women's finals Sunday afternoon.

Woman arrested for taking cat compares act to Myls Dobson story

Retired optometrist and animal devotee Nancy Glassman rejected a plea deal Wednesday for stealing Cosmo the cat from the eatery in September, saying pleading guilty could have chilling effect on those who try and "help those who cannot speak."

Obama forming task force to protect college students from sex assaults

President Barack Obama is launching an initiative to combat sexual assault, particularly on college campuses, turning the spotlight on a problem that has devastated millions of Americans yet rarely receives such White House attention.

VIDEO: One of Spain's hottest hotels goes up in flames

One of Spain's most exclusive hotels has been left devastated by a chimney fire. El Lodge, located in the Sierra Nevada ski resort in the south of the country, has been left entirely gutted by the Wednesday morning blaze.

Bieber trolls Miami beach on segway with pal Lil Scrappy

High stakes poker organizer gets five months in prison

The poker pro whose underground club in Manhattan once hosted A-Rod was sentenced to five months in prison Tuesday for operating an illegal gambling business. Edwin Ting, who copped a plea in September, was one of 34 people busted last year in connection with a $100 million gambling scheme with ties to the Russian mafia.

Armed officers at LAX left their posts without telling anyone minutes before deadly shooting

Minutes before a gunman opened fire in a Los Angeles International Airport terminal last fall, killing a security screener and wounding three other people, the two armed officers assigned to the area left for breaks without informing a dispatcher as required.

Armed robber calls ahead to reserve Xbox One

An armed robber who hit up a Tennessee GameStop called ahead to make sure they had his loot in stock, police said. The man phoned up the Nashville branch Wednesday morning to reserve a $500 Xbox One and copies of "NBA 2K14," "Just Dance 2014" and "Call of Duty: Ghosts" for his kid.

Candy Crush creator trademarks the word ‘candy’

STOCKHOLM — Videogame maker King, creator of the Candy Crush Saga, a game that has millions of fans around the world, said on Tuesday it had trademarked the word "candy" to protect the game from persistent intellectual property infringements.

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JOANNA THE RIPPER: Pierced, tongue-wagging serial killer takes a SELFIE before attacking her fourth and fifth victims

Joanna Dennehy, 31, is seen stretching out her pierced tongue in a wild smile in what authorities say are self-taken photos only minutes before she selected her next two victims in Hereford, just east of Wales, according to a report.

'It shook me like a flippin' leaf': Farm owner lucky to be alive after crocodile nearly tears off his foot — SEE THE VIDEO

Pete Watson was trying to coax a beast from her enclosure at Crocodile Creek farm in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, when she lunged at him and grabbed hold of him.

Editors' Picks

CONFIDENTI@L Boomer Esiason's the next victim for the Friars Club Roast

Retired Jets quarterback Boomer Esiason is no stranger to getting sacked, but the lineup of heavy hitters he’ll face at a Jan. 30 Friars Club Roast will be unlike anything he’s seen.

Courtney Love claims not reckless under oath

Shock rocker Courtney Love told a jury under oath Wednesday that she's not reckless.

'Homeland' has jumped the shark: former CIA operative

Former real-life CIA operative Valerie Plame said Wednesday that the Showtime CIA drama 'Homeland' tells a 'compelling story,' but 'I think they jumped the shark this season.' Plame achieved unwanted notoriety in 2003 when her cover was blown in a syndicated column by Robert Novak.

'Homeland' will spy harder without Nicholas Brody

Where can the show go after three years circling an ultimately doomed romance?

Romano enjoys a break from famous 'Ray'

Like everybody, Ray Romano loves Raymond, but he's taking a step back to do something else.

Zucker finds good news at CNN

Jeff Zucker held a company-wide "town hall" meeting Wednesday to mark a year on the job.

NFL exec: Saturday storm won't stop Super Bowl

The Super Bowl will go on, even if a storm like the one Tuesday night strikes, NFL exec Eric Grubman says.

Vogue editor shows Lena Dunham how to pose

In a video posted by Vogue.com, the "Girls" star is portrayed as seeking the help of Hamish Bowles.

SEE IT Colbert celebrates Hemingway in book club bit

But not without shamelessly stealing from Oprah.

Jenner wants to join 'DWTS': report

Following in the steps of stepchildren Kim and Rob, ex-Olympian is reportedly vying for a spot on season 18.

PHOTOS Bloodshed in Ukraine

Violence in Ukraine has escalated as protesters clash with police.

Gomez: 'I think I might scare some guys'

Selena Gomez opened up to the March issue of Seventeen Magazine about her biggest year yet.

'Teen Mom 2' star's grim baby diagnosis

Reality TV star’s 4-year-old baby girl has been diagnosed with a rare form of muscular dystrophy.

Sean Penn: Charlize Theron 'a keeper'

Piers Morgan confirmed the couple's relationship in a blog post written after a Penn charity benefit.

Shia LaBeouf: Bizarre behavior ‘performance art’

LeBeouf, 27, is apparently taking a page out of Joaquin Phoenix's book.

Wendy Williams breaks down on show over son

The talk host broke down in tears Monday, saying her own son 'doesn't like me anymore.'

Turn down the heat to burn more calories: study

Researchers find the body uses more energy when exposed to "mild cold," and burn more calories.

Carmen Electra suffers fashion oops

See who's playing a fashionable game of peek-a-boo and who is making a huge fashion mistake.

SUPER POLE XXX: Strip club debuts 25-FOOT rod for big game

NYC will finally be able to answer: How many strippers can you fit on a 25-foot pole?

Bryan Cranston, from Walter White to White House in ‘All the Way'

Cranston makes his Broadway debut playing Lyndon Johnson.

DENIAL: DJ Mister Cee says he's ‘absolutely not’ gay

In new interview, Hot 97 DJ described his interest in transgender hookers as eccentric, kinky obsession.

'Murder, She Wrote' reboot nixed by NBC

NBC is scrapping its planned reboot of the mystery series “Murder, She Wrote.” According to Deadline, the network has opted not to move forward with the show.

Brooklyn comedy & arthouse XXX-stacy at Sundance

"Hits" and Lars Von Trier's "Nymphomaniac" are making a major splash at Sundance.

Quentin Tarantino's ‘The Hateful Eight’ on hold after script leaks

Quentin Tarantino's "The Hateful Eight" project is on hold. The filmmaker has come to a halt after one of the "six people" he gave the script to leaked it.

Donald Trump Jr., wife Vanessa expecting fifth child

The Trump family will soon welcome a new member to their ever-expanding clan with Donald Trump's eldest son expecting his fifth child with wife Vanessa.

LATE-NIGHT FIGHT: Jimmy, Dave already battling for guests

When David Letterman joked to NBC’s “Nightly News” anchor Brian Williams recently on “Late Night” that he expects the newsman to defect to the “Tonight Show” when Letterman’s new late-night rival Jimmy Fallon takes over, he may have been more serious than he appeared.

Posh Spice: 'I won't ever' do a Spice Girls reunion again

The wife, mother-of-four and designer tells Vanity Fair Spain and Italy that her performance as Posh Spice for the 2012 Summer Olympics in London was her last.

The Wanted announce they are ‘taking a break’

British boy band The Wanted gave their fans good and bad news on Wednesday. The Scooter Braun-managed fivesome, which includes standouts Nathan Sykes and Max George, has announced that they will be taking a break in a post on their website.

photos Polar vortex 2.0 wallops Northeast

Just call it the Polar Vortex 2.0. People throughout the Northeast and Midwest were feeling the chill as they recovered from one of the biggest winter storm of the season.

'12 Years' actress is this year's red carpet star

"12 Years a Slave" actress Lupita Nyong'o is Yale-educated, critically acclaimed and already making waves on the red carpet with her unique, elegant style. Get to know this fashion star on the rise ...

Photo Anne Hathaway takes a selfie with NYDN film critic Joe Neumaier

Check out our arts & entertainment team's live blog from Sundance 2014.

The Pussy Riot primer: Band, dissident group or lifestyle?

What do you call a band that doesn't tour, has never put out an album and rarely rehearses?

Bruce Springsteen's son becomes N.J. firefighter

Streets of fire? Firefighter Sam Springsteen is on the case.

Photos Dogs in the snow! Send pics of your polar pooch

Nothing warms the heart during a polar plunge quite like dogs frolicking in a foot of snow.

Sisters receive lung transplants from same donor

They quibble, joke and share knowing looks, finishing each other's thoughts and making snide comments — like many sisters. But a recent heated argument was unlike any other they've had, and it ended in a most surprising way.

Jelly Belly introduces beer-flavored jelly beans

Jelly Belly, the Fairfield, Calif.-based candy company behind Buttered Popcorn and Cream Soda jelly beans, has announced a new flavor: Draft Beer.

Soulja Boy arrested, found with loaded gun

Soulja Boy was arrested early Wednesday morning after cops found him with a loaded gun in his possession. The rapper, 23, whose real name is DeAndre Cortez Way, was a passenger in a car that was pulled over in the San Fernando Valley for running a stop sign, according to TMZ.

Jennifer: I know people who've ‘tortured themselves’ for beauty

Jennifer Connelly won an Oscar for her role in 2001's "A Beautiful Mind," and the actress opens up about her beautiful life in Allure's February cover story.

Elizabeth Vargas to go back on air after rehab for alcohol abuse

"20/20" anchor Elizabeth Vargas could be back on the air by Friday. The 51-year-old ABC News veteran finished a second stint in rehab for alcohol abuse in November and was spotted in the office Monday and is expected to return to the show this week, network sources said.

Nelson Mandela's grandson emerges in BET show

The grandson of a global icon is becoming an icon himself.

Seth Meyers' talk show will have 'SNL' touches

His late-night talk show will have two interview spaces — one for real people and one for fictional people.

Things getting icy on ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ set: report

Director Sam Taylor-Johnson and the book's author, E.L. James, may not exactly be seeing eye to eye.

'Fashion Fund' helps young designers fit into fashion

“Project Runway”-like shows may be a reality staple, but “The Fashion Fund” is going for something more real.

The stars come out at Paris Fashion Week

Paris, the city of lights, love and haute couture, saw celebrities flock to the French capital in their finest threads to attend the spring/summer 2014 Paris Fashion Week. Check out which stars sat front row to take in the latest high-fashion trends.

SEE IT! The most incredible news images from around the world

From kissing tigers in Indonesia to cold endurance contests in China, see the most incredible shots from across the globe.

Enjoying life helps slow decline in old age: study

Adopting a positive, sprightly attitude could be beneficial as you age.

SEE IT: Jennifer Lawrence's horrified by red carpet 'Homeland' spoiler

An interviewer spoiled the shocking ending of "Homeland's" third season.

Bieber drops $75K at Miami strip club in ONE night: report

Justin Bieber went from allegedly throwing eggs last week to throwing dollar bills at a Miami strip club on Monday night. Lots of dollar bills.

Bradley Cooper returning to Broadway in 'The Elephant Man'

The Oscar nominee is coming to Broadway this fall.

Miley recruits 'Ren & Stimpy' creator

Miley Cyrus has tapped John Kricfalusi to provide artwork for her “Bangerz” tour.

The health perils of Spanx

Many women swear by shapewear, but experts warn they can squeeze your organs.

Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr to reunite

The two surviving Beatles will perform together for the first time in five years next Monday.

Ke$ha thanks fans amid rehab stint

Despite having no access to social media, Ke$ha found a way to thank her fans from within rehab.

A brief guide to faking your way through literary classics

It's impossible to read all of them. Here's how to fake it.

'Full House' cast members reunite for Super Bowl ad

The Dannon Oikos commercial reunites the men of the 1990s sitcom "Full House."

Pussy Riot to perform in New York

Two members of the Russian punk band Pussy Riot will appear at a concert in the Big Apple.

Trent Reznor to score 'Gone Girl'

The Nine Inch Nails frontman will provide a sinister soundtrack for for the David Fincher film.

Anderson Cooper’s 'stalker' found fit for trial

Alex Hausner, 38, spent two months at a state psychiatric center and is now able to stand trial.

Kanye's alleged battery victim asking for money: source

Teen who allegedly used slurs at and got Yeezus' wrath is banking on a cash settlement, source says.

Cavalli dresses Miley for new tour

The Italian designer has created a series of looks for the singer's upcoming Bangerz Tour.

Efron post-rehab: 'I'm in the best place that I've ever been in'

The actor opened up about his stint in rehab when he visited the "Today" show Tuesday.

Teamwork's the word at Sundance Film Festival

Robert Redford’s celebration of American independent cinema — highlighted oddball and heartfelt teams.

Meet the Super Bowl's National Anthem singer

Soprano Renee Fleming will sing the Anthem on Feb. 2, the NFL and Fox announced Wednesday.

BOOK REVIEW 'Some Day'

It's impossible to escape the ghosts of your family in Israeli director Shemi Zahrin's debut novel.

Singles don't always know they're on a date

Does spending time with a man or woman you like count as a date, or are you two just hanging out?

Connie Britton reveals ‘Scandal’ star was son's nanny

"Nashville" star says Katie Lowes, was actually her son's nanny before landing "Scandal" role.

'DWTS' pro welcomes first baby

Anna Trebunskaya has two-stepped into motherhood with boyfriend Nevin Millan, welcoming a daughter.

PHOTOS Winter storm brings more snow, freezing temps to U.S.

The storm is expected to bring up to a foot of snow in some areas.

VIDEO Selena Gomez belts out hit in acoustic duet at Sundance

Selena Gomez took to the mic at the party for her new film, "Rudderless."

PHOTOS Stars flock to the 2014 Sundance Film Festival

The 30th annual Sundance Film Festival is underway and drawing a host of celebs.

Tennis player booed for naming Bieber her 'dream date'

Canadian Eugenie Bouchard named Bieber as her dream date in a post-match interview.

EXCLUSIVE Pepsi hosting 3-day Super Bowl event at Bryant Park

Here's one Super Bowl party that won't punish your pocketbook

Detective: Bieber's house 'didn't look like a drug pad'

Police refute report that singer's house had cookie jars filled with marijuana and empty codeine bottles.

PHOTOS Kelly Ripa, Mark Consuelos share a kiss in Cabo

Hollywood couples spotted getting hot 'n heavy in public.

CONFIDENTI@L Bill Murray's makes NY cameo for rare, hysterical Q&A

The notoriously reclusive Murray can’t stand doing press.

Victoria Beckham nixes Spice Girls reunion

'I won't ever do it again,' she told Vanity Fair Spain.

PHOTOS Stars flock to the 2014 Sundance Film Festival

The 30th annual Sundance Film Festival is underway and drawing a host of celebs.

Lindsay Lohan announces new project, 'fresh start' at Sundance

Lohan announced that she would produce and star in a film called 'Inconceivable.'

‘Sherlock’ will keep Cumberbatch under cap as long as possible

The cast of PBS's hit drama "Sherlock" isn't closing the door on another season.

Kurt Russell on Paul Walker's death, future with 'Furious' series

Russell says he’s not sure what will happen with his role in the latest flick.

'Password' no longer most commonly used password

The new No. 1 might be even worse: “123456.”

NAUGHTY! Married Robin gets cozy with mystery beauty

Robin Thicke apparently blurred the lines between married man and single man.

Conrad Murray fighting to clear name post-Michael Jackson trial

Murray is vowing to fight on after a court rejected his criminal appeal.

Tyra Banks confirms ‘Life-Size’ sequel

Fourteen years later, the beloved made-for-TV movie is getting a model update.

Alison Sweeney leaving 'Days of Our Lives' after 21 years

The days of Alison Sweeney as Sami Brady are coming to an end.

PHOTOS GOLDEN GIRL: Rihanna sizzles aboard yacht in Rio

Check out the sexy singer's most Rated R moments.

RED CARPET FLIRT: Jared Leto smitten by 'Game of Thrones' star

The "Dallas Buyers Club" actor was mesmerized by actress Emilia Clarke at the Screen Actors Guild Awards on Saturday, after catching her in a red carpet interview with E! News.

J.J. Abrams confirms 'Star Wars: Episode VII' script is complete

“We’re working really hard and we’ve got our script and we’re in deep prep,” he said during the Televisions Critics Association’s press tour on Sunday. “Full steam ahead.”

Beyonce, Jay-Z to perform at Grammys

Music’s biggest night will include the first couple of hip-hop, with Beyonce and Jay-Z set to perform at the 2014 Grammy Awards, airing Jan. 26.

PHOTOS Black-clad Kim arrives at Paris Fashion Week

Kim's usual flashy style took a strange turn since she started dating Kanye.

PHOTOS REMEMBERING MARTIN LUTHER KING: A look at his life and legacy in photos

Take a look back at photos from the civil rights activist's life.

Fallon to welcome Will Smith, U2 as first 'Tonight Show' guests

Will Smith and U2 will join Fallon, 39, as he takes aim at filling Jay Leno’s shoes on Feb. 17, he told reporters at the 2014 Television Critics Association press tour.

Martin Luther King: Celebrating his place in history

In memory of civil rights activist Martin Luther King, Jr., take a look back at his life and legacy in photos.

Ruffalo and Saldana's 'Polar Bear' a hit at Sundance

This year’s Sundance Film Festival — thus far the domain of dysfunctional dads, ’70s-set capers and George Takei — has embraced love.

Kate Gosselin’s twins recover with chatty 'View' appearance

Mady and Cara Gosselin got a second chance to recover from their live TV show interview disaster last week.

LIVE BLOG Sundance Film Festival

Follow The News' film critic Joe Neumaier to learn the latest from the annual film fest.

SEE IT Angelina is an evil beauty in new 'Maleficent' trailer

Jolie is gorgeous and terrifying as the title character.

‘Chicago Fire,’ 'Chicago PD’ are too wholesome for NYC, says ‘Law & Order’ exec

Dick Wolf, producer of the NBC dramas "Chicago Fire" and now its sister "Chicago PD," says both shows may be a little too wholesome for New York.

SAG Awards 2014 candid moments: Take a look at all of the celebrity antics going on behind the curtain and in the crowd!

These celebrities certainly know how to have a good time at awards shows. Check out the behind the scenes antics at the 2014 SAG Awards ...

SAG AWARDS: See the stars who shined on the red carpet — and the 'Game of Thrones' actress who debuted half-shaven head

The stars were out for the 20th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in Los Angeles on Jan. 18, 2014. See what they all were on the red carpet …

Kelly Clarkson, Brandon Blackstock expecting a baby girl

The singer took to Twitter on Monday to announce the happy news - and joke about her morning sickness.

Ben Affleck jokes about his manhood

The 'Argo' star spent a few moments confirming a previous joke on stage.

Nicholas Hoult says girlfriend JLaw 'deserves it all'

The actor spoke to reporters about his rumored on-again girlfriend.

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.

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Pete Donohue

Donohue: Executives, managers have worked around MTA ‘wage freeze’

Juan Gonzalez

City overrules its own assessors and lowers Google's real estate taxes by $21 million

Linda Stasi

Stasi: Some actors deserve their so-called Oscar snubs this awards season

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Celebrity baby bumps

Baby bumps never go out of style among the celebrity set. See which stars are expecting and who's showing off the bump.

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'.

Wildest looks of Paris Fashion Week

From Dita Von Teese in a butterfly outfit to houndstooth print animal masks, see the craziest looks at Paris Fashion Week.

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.

Lupita Nyong'o: Best red carpet looks

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SAG Awards 2014: Behind the scenes celebrity antics

These celebrities certainly know how to have a good time at awards shows. Check out the behind the scenes antics at the 2014 SAG Awards ...

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.

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 ...

Stars who run their mouths into scandal

Some celebs are better known for their lines off the big screen than on it. But even their star-powered charm can't repair the damage their wayward remarks have done to their reputations.

SAG Awards 2014: Best and worst dressed

The stars were out for the 20th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in Los Angeles on Jan. 18, 2014. See what they all wore on the red carpet …

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.

Kim Kardashian's style makeover

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

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 ...

Boots to weather the winter

Ward off winter chill with these fantastic finds for your feet.

Celebrity beach bodies

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

Rihanna's naughtiest moments

We all know Rihanna is a good girl gone bad, but sometimes the Barbadian beauty goes above and beyond her usual naughtiness. From risque photo shoots to wearing nothing but body paint, check out the sexy singer's most Rated R moments.

Beyonce attends Michelle Obama's 50th birthday bash

What better way to celebrate your birthday than have Beyonce perform to get the party started? Those were Michelle Obama's thoughts exactly -- the First Lady invited the diva to The White House on Jan. 18, 2014 to sing at her 50th birthday bash.

Producers Guild Awards 2014: All the red carpet looks

Kristin Chenoweth took the plunge and Lupita Nyong'o stunned in Stella McCartney at the 2014 Producers Guild Awards on Jan. 19, 2014.

2014 Sundance Film Festival

The 30th annual Sundance Film Festival is well underway and is drawing a host of celebrities to this year’s indie fest. Check out which Hollywood A-listers flocked to Park City, Utah for the star-studded event.

Celebrity fit club: How the stars stay in shape

The stars sure know how to work up a sweat ... and somehow manage to still look perfect doing it. See how they keep those picture-perfect physiques ...

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 ...

Michelle Obama's First Lady style

There's no question that Michelle Obama is a First Lady with style. Check out some of her memorable fashion moments ...

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 ...

Celebrity photos of the week: Week of January 13

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

Toddlewood at the Golden Globes

They're your favorite stars -- only smaller! Tricia Messeroux, the mastermind behind the wildly popular Toddlewood photo series that transforms kids into Hollywood heavyweights, is at it again, this time recreating all the glam red carpet looks from the 2014 Golden Globes.

Top 10 biggest Oscar snubs of all time

Still fuming that Tom Hanks didn't even receive a nomination for his thrilling performance in "Captain Phillips"? Wait till you see our top 10 worst Oscar snubs of all time ...

Baby animals with their mothers

These mamas are wild! No matter what the species, nothing can break the bond between a mother and her baby.

‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ on set

Dakota Johnson and Jamie Dornan heat up the set of “Fifty Shades of Grey,” which is currently being filmed in Vancouver.

Playboy’s 60th anniversary celebration

Playboy magazine celebrated its 60th birthday with a bus full of 60 bunnies. The bus drove around Los Angeles with an 87-year-old Hefner.

Critics' Choice Awards 2014: On the red carpet

With awards season in full swing, the stars come out for the 2014 Critics' Choice Awards.

In memoriam: Stars we've lost

The Daily News remembers the famous figures we've lost ...

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.

Academy Awards nominations 2014

See which films are up for an award on Hollywood's most important night: The 2014 Academy Awards.

Sports

Mata doesn't train with Chelsea as Man U move looms

Juan Mata is edging closer to joining Manchester United from Chelsea as the Premier League champions try to strengthen their squad after a lackluster first half of the season.

Sandusky's son takes part in Penn St. abuse documentary

The son of former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky participated in a documentary about his father’s sexual-abuse case and hopes to become an advocate for child victims.

Belichick picks on Welker over Talib play

Bill Belichick said Sunday that he needed to look at the film on the collision between Wes Welker and Aqib Talib that knocked the Patriots cornerback out of the Patriots 26-16 loss to the Broncos in AFC Championship Game. By Monday morning, Belichick had looked at the film and he wasn't happy.

USOC's travel plans intact despite Sochi terror threat

The U.S. Olympic Committee is going ahead with travel plans to Sochi for its athletes and officials, undeterred by a video that surfaced on Sunday threatening terrorist attacks on the Olympic Games. "The safety and security of Team USA is our top priority," a USOC spokesperson told The Daily News Monday.

SEE IT: Speed skater flips off opponent after losing race

The Olympic spirit is clearly lost on Dutch speed skater Sjinkie Knegt, who flipped his lid - and both middle fingers - during a warm-up race for the Sochi Games over the weekend.

Vacchiano: Broncos vs. Seahawks couldn't be more Super for Big Apple

When the NFL made its great leap of faith four years ago and awarded Super Bowl XLVIII to New York, the dream of many was to see the Giants or the Jets playing for a championship at home. Instead, the host committee got something even better.

Peyton tops Brady, punches Super Bowl ticket

The hype swirling around the greatest rivalry in the history of the world may have not lived up to its advance billing, but Peyton Manning authored another memorable chapter to a career that needed no further validation.

Serena upset by No. 14 Ivanovic at Australian Open

Serena Williams’ long winning streak came to an end in a stunning fourth-round defeat to Ana Ivanovic at the Australian Open on Sunday.

Jamaica bobsled team needs funding to go to Olympics

The Jamaican bobsled team may be headed to another Olympics. The catch: It needs a lot of money, and it needs it fast. Olympic organizers said Saturday that Jamaica has qualified for the two-man competition at next month’s Sochi Games, though it remains unclear if the fledgling squad will get a chance to race.

Eto'o hat-trick helps Chelsea bury United

Samuel Eto’o seized on slack defending to score his first Chelsea hat trick in a 3-1 victory over Manchester United on Sunday that provided further evidence of the Premier League champions’ struggles under David Moyes.

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