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DEEP FREEZE! Wicked Nor'easter wallops millions in Northeast — dumping nearly 2 feet of snow on Massachusetts — causing massive accidents, road closures and over 2,000 canceled flights

A winter storm bore down on the Northeast on Thursday as travelers prepared for delays due to high winds, plummeting temperatures and about a foot of snow on the first workday of the new year. read full story »

SAVED BY THE SELFIE: Husband of battered Kentucky woman arrested after she posts photo, plea for help

Susann Stacy said that her husband beat her mercilessly with a handgun before tearing their landline phone from the wall of their Leslie County, Ky., home, according to a report.

Lis Smith won't be following new NYC mayor to City Hall after revelations she is dating Eliot Spitzer

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Smith has not been seen with de Blasio since the Daily News revealed last month that she was dating Spitzer, whose controller campaign she also worked for.

Alabama pastor collared in wife’s murder while boarding flight to Germany

A former Birmingham minister, Rev. Richard Shahan is said to law enforcement’s only suspect in the stabbing death of his wife.

Rev. Richard Shahan, 53, who was wanted for his wife’s July murder, was nabbed by cops at a Tennessee airport Wednesday night as he tried to flee the country for Russia.

Beloved Catholic priest found killed in California church rectory, suspect nabbed for the murder

The Eureka Police Department announced today that an arrest warrant has been issued for murder of Father Eric Freed. The suspect is Gary Lee Bullock, who was released from jail at 12:34 a.m. on Jan. 1. and matches description of man seen around church in the early morning hours before Freed was found in the rectory.

Police say they have arrested the man they say committed the New Year’s Day murder of a California priest found murdered inside his church’s rectory — hours before a break-in at another church nearby, cops said.

Wal-Mart recalls tainted donkey meat from stores in China after tests showed DNA of other animals

A shopper looks at the meat section of Wal-Mart Supercenter branch in Beijing. The retailer found other animals mixed in with its donkey meat, sparking a recall.

Wal-Mart will reimburse customers who bought the tainted "Five Spice" donkey meat and is helping local food and industry agencies in eastern Shandong province investigate its Chinese supplier.

Sweet Victory! Oklahoma upsets 'Bama in Sugar Bowl

Trevor Knight passed for 348 yards and four touchdowns and No.11 Oklahoma took down third-ranked Alabama in the Sugar Bowl, 45-31 on Thursday night. Knight’s completion percentage entering the game was 52.2.

EXCLUSIVE: Did Jets QB Smith make lewd pass at Atlanta nurse?

Family of Massachusetts cheerleader murdered in 1992 fights ruling that allows her killer parole

Beth’s killer was sentenced to life without parole — until a new ruling by the Massachusetts Supreme Court declared the sentence unconstitutional.

Richard Baldwin beat Beth Brodie, 15, to death when he was 16. Last week, the Massachusetts Supreme Court ruled juveniles could not be sentenced to life without parole, vacating Baldwin’s sentence.

12-year-old girl fatally shot in head by teen with his granddad’s gun in alleged accident: cops

Police say the suspect initially said he walked into a house and found Hope wounded after hearing a gunshot.

A teen boy fatally shot a 12-year-old girl at a mobile home in South Carolina on Sunday evening in what he called an accident, police said.

Ex-husband of missing pregnant mom arrested after body found in Texas creek

Arrest Photo of Matthew Sowders. Sowders has been arrested and charged with capital murder in the death of Melissa R. Sowders.

Matthew Sowders was arrested on capital murder charges Thursday evening after a body believed to be 26-year-old Melissa Sowders was found in a Houston-area creek, the Harris County Sheriff's Office announced.

'They don’t seem to have the public’s best interests at heart': New poll reveals two-thirds of Americans feel government headed in wrong direction

A new poll shows that Americans have a terribly dim view of their elected leaders and the overall effectiveness of the government.

Nine malnourished children taken from Kentucky home without electricity or running water: police

Nine children have been removed from the Rowan County home of Edith Strange and Johnathan Prater. Both Strange and Prater have been arrested and charged with wanton edangerment.

The youngest, a 2-month-old child, was hospitalized for malnutrition, dehydration and hypothermia. Five others were also admitted, one similarly for malnutrition and dehydration, police said Wednesday.

EXCLUSIVE City cops, firefighters suspected of scamming Social Security with bogus stress-related illness claims

Now they really have reason to be stressed out. More than 100 suspected scammers — most of them retired city cops and firefighters — could be arrested as soon as next week for making bogus claims of stress-related illnesses to bilk Social Security for big bucks, the Daily News has learned.

New Schools Chancellor Fariña to focus on middle schools

In her first full day on the job, new city schools boss Carmen Fariña announced she’ll focus on the city’s struggling middle schools during her first year in office.

Troy football player found dead on Mississippi highway after he's struck by two cars

Troy football player Jadarius Garner was found dead on a Mississippi highway Thursday morning, and the state highway patrol is investigating the cause of his death.

Saudi man given 80 lashes, prison for defamatory tweet against singer

Kuwaiti singer Shams attends the opening ceremony of the Dubai International Film Festival in the Gulf emirate of Dubai on December 9, 2012. AFP PHOTO/KARIM SAHIB (Photo credit should read KARIM SAHIB/AFP/Getty Images)

A Saudi man has been sentenced to three months in prison and 80 public lashes as punishment for defaming a Kuwaiti singer on Twitter, according to reports.

U.S. Customs seizes, destroys musician's flutes over agricultural concerns

Boujemaa Razgui playng one of his flutes. The musician had his luggage carrying his flutes and materials to make new ones confiscated by U.S. Customs.

There was no magic for some reed flutes that were seized by Kennedy Airport customs agents a few days before Christmas and destroyed — silencing a world-famous musician who is now unable to perform.

Terri Schiavo kin supporting family's fight to keep 13-year-old left 'brain-dead' after routine tonsillectomy alive

Jahi McMath was declared brain dead on Thursday, three days after undergoing tonsil surgery at Children's Hospital Oakland. She remains at the hospital on life support, even though the hospital considers her a corpse.

The family of Terri Schiavo has joined the heated battle over whether a California girl declared brain-dead by her doctors is in fact deceased.

Illinois man killed wife after catching her sexting another man: lawyer

Brian Sigler, 35, allegedly killed his wife and tried to take his own life after he found the woman was sexting another man, his lawyers claim.

An Illinois man accused of strangling his wife before a failed suicide bid snapped when he caught the woman sexting with another man, his lawyers claim.

Still Jenny from the block: JLo waits for subway in the Bronx

Chris Kluwe says Minnesota Vikings cut him over gay marriage advocacy

Chris Kluwe says that while he doesn’t know for sure if his stance on same-sex marriages led to the end of his NFL career, ‘I’m pretty confident it was.’

The NFL punter wrote his NFL obituary on Thursday, painting the decision-makers in Minnesota as cowards and labeled his special teams coach as a bigot.

New Year's twins born in separate years as clock strikes midnight

At least two sets of twins in North America were born on either side of midnight, with one child arriving in 2013 and the other in 2014.

These twins don't share a birthday - or even a birth year. At least two sets of twins were born in different years Tuesday night as 2013 became 2014.

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The Duke of Cambridge met Madison Lambe during her visit to the Queen's Sandringham Estate on Christmas, but the shy 12-year-old was too afraid to take the picture herself.

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Prominent Dallas attorney dead after bizarre shootout with police

Michael Schmidt, 47, was shot dead by police after he reported a burglary at his home.

A prominent Dallas lawyer ended up shot dead by police early Thursday after he lured cops to his tony apartment building with a fake report of a burglary, barricaded himself in a hallway and fired on officers.

FILLING TIME: Alabama Republican Jeff Sessions logs most talking time on Senate floor in 2013 — Harry Reid, Ted Cruz right behind him

Sen. Jeff Sessions, center, logged 33 hours; Majority Leader Harry Reid, left, logged 30; and Ted Cruz logged 20.

You don't need a filibuster to hog the limelight. Sessions logged the most time speaking on the floor, even though the loquacious Rand Paul and Ted Cruz nabbed attention for their long-winded addresses.

Car bomb kills 5 in Beirut suburb after arrest of suspected Al Qaeda terrorist

Lebanese officials said five had died in the blast thought to have been caused by a car bomb.

A powerful explosion ripped through a Shiite Hezbollah stronghold of Beirut on Thursday, killing at least five people and again raising fears that the Syrian civil war was spreading into neighboring Lebanon.

British man banned from gas stations after drinking gasoline from the pump

Brian Taylor, 45, was banned from gas stations after getting caught drinking gasoline straight from the pump.

A fuel-guzzling addict has been banned from all British gas stations after he was busted drinking straight from the pumps.

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Journalist says NYPD beat and illegally arrested him during Occupy Wall Street march: lawsuit

Chris Faraone says NYPD cops illegally arrested and beat him while he was covering the one-year anniversary of Occupy Wall Street raid in Manhattan in 2012.

Chris Faraone, who was covering the first anniversary of the protests on Sept. 17, 2012, was standing on the sidewalk and lawfully observing when cops assaulted and detained him, according to his suit.

'She's still the same, feisty child that she always has been': Georgia girl, 7, survives 50-foot fall down well at grandparents' house

Megan was playing with a relative when she tumbled into the well, where she was trapped for more than an hour before she was rescued.

Megan Winters was trapped at the bottom of the well for more than an hour before emergency crews could pull her free on Monday. She will survive, but her family says she's in a lot of pain from broken bones.

WOW! LEGOS OF LOVE: Downton Abbey fan recreates British castle, cast for girlfriend

A devoted Downton Abbey fan has recreated the British Edwardian drama out of thousands of Lego bricks, complete with the Earl and Countess of Grantham, Bates the valet, Branson, Matthew, Carson the butler, Mary, Sybil and the imposing Dowager.

A die-hard Downton Abbey fan from upstate New York surprised his girlfriend by recreating the smash British show out of Lego blocks.

Formula One driver slammed for skiing pics so soon after Michael Schumacher accident

British Formula driver Lewis Hamilton has been criticized for posting pics of himself skiing just days after his peer's accident.

British Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton has come under fire for posting skiing snapshots online just days after a horrific accident left racing legend Michael Schumacher in a coma.

California man in the U.S. illegally can practice law, giving hope to others in nationwide debate

Sergio Garcia, 36 — who came to U.S. as a teen and picked almonds with his dad before going to law school and passing California's bar exam — should be granted a law license, the state Supreme Court decided.

Slasher David Tarloff, who killed NYC psychologist with meat cleaver, once again found mentally unfit for trial

A November psychiatric examination for David Tarloff, 45, showed again that he is mentally unfit for a retrial on homicide charges.

'We’re gonna f* s* up!': Fox News reporter shocked by foul-mouth Miami woman’s message to nation during live broadcast

A night of celebration turned into a classic gaffe as a Fox News reporter gave a woman at a Miami nightclub a chance to deliver a shout-out to the nation, and instead got a foul-mouthed response.

If you give someone at a nightclub on New Year's Eve an opportunity to say whatever they want on live television, you may get more than you expected.

10-year-old Texas girl burns down family home while playing with fireworks

Flames engulf the Berrios family’s home in Conroe, Tex., on New Year’s Eve.

A girl burned down her Texas home on New Year's Eve after playing with fireworks. Rebecca Berrios, 10, left her family homeless for 2014 after she lit a Roman candle on her Conroe house porch.

AIDS researchers say they're getting closer to cure, despite recent setback

Scientists seeking a cure for AIDS say they have been inspired, not crushed, by a major setback in which two HIV positive patients believed to have been cured found the virus re-invading their bodies once more.

She's how old!? Jane Seymour shows off timeless beach body

Two young daughters gunned down by their father in horrific Arizona murder-suicide

‘It's very somber; this is the time of year when we should be rejoicing with our family,’ said a Tolleson, Ariz., police spokesman.

An unhinged Arizona dad gunned down his two young daughters before turning the weapon on himself in a shocking double murder-suicide just hours into the new year.

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AIDS researchers say they're getting closer to cure, despite recent setback

New Jersey man arrested after shooting his 2-year-old son in purported accident

Investigators surround Sergio Rivera’s Camden home after the 38-year-old was arrested for shooting his 2-year-old son in the leg and arm on New Year’s Eve.

A New Jersey dad was arrested for shooting his 2-year-old son — who took a bullet in his leg and arm when the gun went off inside a parked car on New Year’s Eve, police said.

Old, long unopened safe explodes in Prague, killing Palestinian ambassador

Firefighters search an area after an explosion in Prague January 1, 2014.

The Palestinian ambassador to the Czech Republic died Wednesday in a blast that occurred when he opened an old safe that had been left untouched for more than 20 years, officials said.

Kim Jong Un's message for the New Year: No more 'filth,' improve ties with South Korea

In this image taken from video made available on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2014, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un delivers an annual New Year's Day message in Pyongyang, North Korea. Kim boasted Wednesday that North Korea enters the new year on a surge of strength because of the elimination of "factionalist filth" - a reference to the young leader's once powerful uncle, whose execution last month raised questions about Kim's grip on power. (AP Photo/KRT via AP Video) TV OUT, NORTH KOREA OUT

Kim Jong Un boasted that North Korea enters the new year on a surge of strength because of the elimination of 'factionalist filth' — a reference to his once-powerful uncle who was executed last month.

Former Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon still in critical condition: hospital director

Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon, comatose since a 2006 stroke, has deteriorated to a "life threatening" condition after suffering kidney malfunction.

Former Prime Minister Ariel Sharon, comatose since a 2006 stroke, slipped closer to death on Thursday after a sharp decline in the condition of the ex-general who long symbolized Israel's military might.

New York father sues city, state over school vaccine requirements for son, 4

A Staten Island father is suing the city and the state after his 4-year-old son was booted from pre-K class because of the parents’ objection to vaccines.

Sanitation Department chaplain shocks audience at inauguration by comparing city to a 'plantation'

A Sanitation Department chaplain startled listeners when he compared New York to a “plantation” during his invocation at Mayor de Blasio’s inauguration.

New York City court interpreter mugged just steps from courthouse

Margarita Martinez, 59, was attacked by a trio of suspects, one of whom had a knife, around 1:10 a.m. just steps from the Manhattan Criminal Court building where she works as a Spanish interpreter.

FORD MORE YEARS: Rob Ford, Toronto's embattled mayor, files paper to run for re-election in 2014

Rob Ford files reelection papers January 2 for his mayoral campaign.

The Canadian pol has filed his papers to run for re-election in the 2014 mayoral race, saying he is "itching" to start campaigning and put the crack-smoking scandal of 2013 behind him.

MELO AND GOODBYE: Former teammate thinks Anthony is ready to bolt Knicks

Former teammate feels that Carmelo Anthony won’t be looking back when he opts out of his contract after this season as Knicks’ losing ways and messy state of franchise have soured high-scoring forward on the Big Apple.

Carmelo Anthony’s former teammate needed just a few seconds to ponder the question and deliver a definitive answer. “I think he’s leaving. I’ve played with Melo for a long time and he knows he can’t win here. At this stage, all he wants to do is win. That’s why he’ll leave.”

BIG 'BASH' FOR MIKE: Inauguration speakers slam Bloomberg for promoting 'gilded age of inequality' as he sits front row

Wednesday’s inauguration ceremony was no party for former Mayor Michael Bloomberg, who sat stone-faced in the front row on stage as speaker after speaker tore apart his legacy.

'It sold out as fast as the Billy Joel concert': Regular New Yorkers seated among the A-listers onstage at de Blasio's inauguration

They had snagged online tickets set aside for the public in a bid to make the event a people’s inauguration.

NYC violence takes no holiday as 2 die amid spate of shootings, stabbings

A spate of violence ushered in the new year, leaving two people dead, six stabbed, eight shot and one pistol-whipped, the NYPD said Wednesday.

British lawyer who outed J.K. Rowling as crime novel author fined $1,600

Chris Gossage was slapped with the penalty after he broke confidentiality rules by telling his wife's best friend that the Harry Potter author was also using the pen name Robert Galbraith.

New power couple? Sean Penn, Charlize Theron spark romance rumors

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Fiat closes on $4.35 billion deal for full ownership of Chrysler

Chrysler has been acquired by Italian automaker Fiat.

Italian carmaker Fiat SpA struck a $4.35 billion deal to gain full control of Chrysler Group LLC, ending more than a year of tense talks that have obstructed Chief Executive Sergio Marchionne's efforts to combine the two automakers' resources.

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'She looks like a fat Pugsly Addams': Washington coffee shop — famous for its bikini-clad baristas — faces boycott over fat-shaming customer in Facebook feud

A coffee shop in Washington become the subject of a cyberbullying controversy after the young owner fat-shamed a customer on the business' Facebook page.

Family left heartbroken after son, 22, dies when his runaway car plunges into Jersey City canal just a week after he graduated from Rutgers

Mark Pych, 22, had been out with friends, likely at the Sand Bar on Marin Blvd., just before he drove into a canal about 3 a.m. New Year’s Day. His family is at a loss to understand what happened.

Colorado judge denies Saudi man’s bid to complete prison term in home country on sexual abuse charges

Homaidan al- Turki is serving eight years to life in a state prison after being convicted in 2006 of unlawful sexual contact by use of force, false imprisonment and other counts.

Missionaries in South Sudan refuse to abandon orphans

An American missionary family in South Sudan is refusing to abandon the 10 orphans they’ve taken under their wings—choosing instead to stay in the country as ethnic tension escalates.

Ooh Ga Ga! Singer goes topless in sultry Versace ad

LAST SHOT: See final image snapped by AP sports photographer before he collapsed on the field at Chick-Fil-A Bowl and died

Dave Martin, a longtime Associated Press photographer based in Montgomery, Ala., died after collapsing on the Georgia Dome field after the Chick-fil-A Bowl on Tuesday night.

'There's no justification for committing crimes against civilians': Vladimir Putin visits blast victims of bomb-racked Russian city

President Vladimir Putin (C) visits a clinic where terror attack victims undergo treatment in Volgograd on January 1, 2014. Putin called Russia's deadliest bombings in three years an "abomination" as he inspected the site of twin suicide strikes that killed 34 and raised alarm over security at the Sochi Winter Olympic Games. AFP PHOTO / PRESIDENTIAL PRESS SERVICE / RIA Novosti / Aleksey NikolskyALEKSEY NIKOLSKYI/AFP/Getty Images

Russian President Vladimir Putin made a predawn visit to the city reeling from two suicide bombings this week, bringing gestures of sympathy for the victims and questions for the officials.

Incredible time-lapse video captures hours of New Year's Eve magic in Times Square in just seconds – SEE THE VIDEO

Relive the excitement of Times Square on New Year's Eve in a New York minute.

'Sheep fishing' has Norwegian farmers worried for their livestock

Farmers in Norway are worried by brutal thieves who are "fishing" sheep. The crooks are using hooks to catch and drag away the animals in western Norway in a practice dubbed "sheep fishing" by locals.

Leggy Bey rocks short-shorts during Miami vacation

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SEE IT: Dubai blitzes the sky with half a million fireworks on New Year's, setting Guinness World Record

The glitzy Persian Gulf city blitzed the night sky with half a million fireworks during an eye-popping celebration that topped any pyrotechnic performance the globe has ever seen.

RESCUED! All 52 passengers transported by helicopter from Russian ship stuck in Antarctic ice – but the crew is staying put

A helicopter rescued all 52 passengers from a research ship that has been trapped in Antarctic ice since Christmas Eve after weather conditions finally cleared enough for the operation Thursday.

'We were playing together like old chums': NY native reunited with son, 4, after overseas abduction by mom

Larry Hummel says it's "magical" to have his 4-year-old son back home in Los Angeles after an overseas kidnapping ordeal spanning 18 months.

That's one strong-armed thief: Crook walks out of restaurant with 250-pound safe

Massachusetts police are searching for a strong-armed thief who carried a 250-pound safe out of a restaurant.

Surveillance tape shows the man entering a side door at the rear of the Stockholders restaurant in Massachusetts, heading down the stairs and coming back up carrying a large object wrapped in a trash bag.

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Greenman: Speeches trashing Bloomberg's legacy at Bill de Blasio inauguration were more befitting of a second-rate protest rally

The new mayor’s speech was just fine. Some of what led up to it was odious and divisive, more befitting a second-rate protest rally than the inauguration of the leader of the greatest city in the world.

California man HACKS ex-wife and 6-year-old daughter to death, and then fails on suicide attempt when he tried to slit his own wrists: cops

Jordan Sartorio, 48, hacked his ex-wife to death and then repeatedly stabbed and killed his 6-year-old daughter, who awoke when she heard her mother’s final, terrified screams.

THE HOMELESS MILLIONAIRE: CEO posing as beggar hands out wads of cash to anyone who showed him charity

Karma comes back around! A high-flying Iowa businessman braved the freezing cold to pose as a beggar on Christmas Eve and hand out cash to anyone who showed him charity.

WHAT THE FRAP? Seattle mother of 2 dines solely at Starbucks for all of 2013 — 'My taste buds have been freaking out'

No matter how often you go to Starbucks, chances are this woman has you beat.

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Nigella opens up about 'mortifying' trial and her new addiction

Nigella Lawson has spoken out for the first time since her personal assistants were acquitted Dec. 20 after accusing her of using cocaine and paying them to stay quiet.

Macy's and Martha Stewart reach deal in lawsuit, but retailer's legal battle with rival J.C. Penney continues

Martha Stewart testified in March at Manhattan Supreme Court as part of the lawsuit involving rival department stores Macy’s and J.C. Penney.

The two-year legal battle began when Martha Stewart inked a deal with J.C.Penney, despite Macy's contending she had an exclusive contract with them.

NY1 anchor Pat Kiernan dishes on new WABC afternoon radio show

When WABC started talking with Pat Kiernan about an afternoon radio show, what he didn't want was a truncated reprise of popular morning news show on NY1.

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Michigan brothers Rick and Marty Lagina seek buried treasure in History Channel's "The Curse of Oak Island"

"The Curse of Oak Island" reminds us just how much fun buried treasure used to be.

JLaw, Nicholas Hoult pose with fan in British pub

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The couple delighted a British fan when they stopped by her parents' pub in the final days of 2013.

Kim Zolciak introduces new twins

Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann show off their new twins

It seems like six kids is enough for Kim Zolciak.

PHOTOS Hercules to pummel major cities with snow

Ethan Hays, 8, sleds face down a hill in Indianapolis, Thursday, Jan. 2, 2014. Over 5 inches of snow fell in Central Indiana. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Winter storm Hercules threatens several major U.S. cities with a barrage of snow.

'The Goldfinch' causes spike in Frick Museum attendance

book cover of "The Goldfinch," by Donna Tartt

Readers of Donna Tartt’s novel “The Goldfinch” have caused a jump in ticket sales at the museum.

50 Cent facing lawsuit for online sex video

50 Cent is still on the hook for allegedly posting a video online of a woman having sex.

Rapper posted video in 2009 after obtaining footage of Lastonia Leviston, who has a child with Rick Ross.

Rick Ross sues LMFAO over 'Party Rock Anthem' lyrics

Rick Ross and LMFAO's Redfoo. Hubert Boesl/AP; Kevin Mazur/WireImage

Rick Ross is not amused at the word play in LMFAO's 2010 song.

Men's fashion trends to look out for in 2014

Expect flashy floral prints like this one, seen at Gucci, to pop up this year in the men's aisles.

Here are some of the hottest menswear styles you can expect to see over the next 12 months.

Your favorite alcohol could reveal your political beliefs

Party politics: Your drink of choice may say a lot about your personal political views and how likely you are to vote, according to the National Media Research Planning and Placement’s analysis of consumer data.

What you order at the bar may say a lot about your political persuasion.

Best bet for online dating is Jan. 5

The ideal time to find your perfect match is on Jan. 5 at 8:57 p.m., research from Match.com shows.

Miley rings in new year with Seacrest smooch

Miley Cyrus rang in 2014 with Ryan Seacrest in more ways than one!

Boitano: 'I've never been ashamed of who I was'

NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 17: Figure Skater Brian Boitano attends the New York premiere Of "RISE" at Best Buy Theater on February 17, 2011 in New York City. (Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images)

The gold medalist figure skater who came out in December, is speaking about his choice to go public.

EXCLUSIVE Taylor's not too Swift with latest pickup

Taylor Swift will start the new year in a familiar place: alone.

WATCH U.S. curling team spoof's 'What did the Fox Say'

USA's women's 2014 Olympic team members Erika Brown, Debbie McCormick, Jessica Schultz, Ann Swisshelm, & Allison Pottinger made a spoof video of the YouTube viral hit, "What does the fox say" by changing it to "What the skip say."

It's an Olympic year ... and we all know what that means. It's viral video season!

Shia apologizes for plagiarism scandal with skywriting message

Since Shia LaBeouf has taken to the air to apologize over controversy surrounding his short film.

Elizabeth Jane Howard, ‘Cazalet Chronicles’ author, dies

Novelist Elizabeth Jane Howard, best known for “The Cazelet Chronicles,” has died at the age of 90.

PHOTOS HAPPY NEW YEAR! See how the world celebrated

Revelers cheer under falling confetti at the stroke of midnight.

photos JLo hits the tracks

Jennifer Lopez showed off her famous derriere in some skin tight jeans.

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Gisele Bündchen to represent Pantene in 2014

Procter & Gamble has just announced that the supermodel will lend her locks to Pantene campaigns in the coming year.

Kirsten Dunst is first-ever face of L'Oreal Professionnel

Look for the actress in upcoming ads from the hair care giant.

'Bones' star TJ Thyne gets engaged with fairytale proposal

TJ Thyne posted a Instagram photo of his engagement to Leah Park on December 30, 2013.

Talk about a dream proposal! TJ Thyne of the Fox series "Bones" popped the question to his longtime girlfriend Leah Park in the most romantic way-— and documented it step by step.

Jamie Chung, Bryan Greenberg get engaged over the holidays: report

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 07: Actor Bryan Greenberg and actress Jamie Chung attend the Rebecca Minkoff Spring 2013 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at The Theatre Lincoln Center on September 7, 2012 in New York City. (Photo by Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week)

Love is certainly in the air! Bryan Greenberg and Jamie Chung are the latest members of Hollywood to get engaged.

photos Olivia Palermo shows off dazzling engagement ring

Olivia Palermo shows off her engagement ring on Instagram.

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

photos Deadly car bomb explosion in Beirut

Flames rise from burning cars at the site of a car bomb that targeted Beirut's southern suburb of Haret Hreik on Jan. 2, 2014. A large car bomb killed five people and wounded at least 20 in south Beirut, a health ministry source told AFP.

A car bomb in Haret Hreik, a suburb of Beirut, has killed at least five people and injured at least 20.

Tori posts family pics amid husband's cheating rumors

'Happy New Year everyone! I can NOT believe it’s 2014. Time flies when you’re having fun… and when you have 4 little ones running around! We rang in the New Year with (kid-friendly) cocktails, lots of yummy treats and some quality family time.

Tori Spelling is standing by her man.

Outback giving away free Bloomin' Onions today

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The restaurant is serving up the appetizer to customers who come into any of its locations on Jan. 2 and say the words 'Outback Bowl' to their server.

Kim posts pic of little North with her giant engagement ring

'It was an amazing year!!!' Kim Kardashian posts an Instagram photo Jan. 1 of her daughter, North, holding her engagement ring from Kanye West.

Oh, what a year Kim Kardashian and Kanye West have had.

5 gadgets to thrill frequent travelers

The shockingly light iPad Air, the best tablet on the market, pairs a brilliant Retina display with up to 128 GB of memory to keep you entertained during your trips.

There’s nothing like a few pieces of technology to make you feel a little bit more at home on the road.

Scarlett Johansson: 'I want to get into directing'

ROME, ITALY - NOVEMBER 10: Scarlett Johansson attends 'Her' Premiere during The 8th Rome Film Festival on November 10, 2013 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Elisabetta A. Villa/WireImage)

Scarlett Johansson hopes that 2014 is the year she'll start working behind the camera instead of in front of it. The "Avengers" starlet has purchased the rights to several screenplays in the hopes of trying her hand at directing.

PHOTOS Maple Leafs get Classic ending against Red Wings

Tyler Bozak scored the game-winning shootout goal to lift the Maple Leafs.

Meeow: Taylor Swift gets photobombed by a cat

Taylor Swift and Sarah Hyland cat photobomb.

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Rhode Island asked Taylor to do construction that irked neighbors

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 03: Taylor Swift attends the BBC Radio 1 Teen Awards at Wembley Arena on November 3, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Marsland/WireImage)

Don't worry, Rhode Island-ers: Taylor Swift isn't ruining the coastline.

EXCLUSIVE Simon to pop the question to Lauren Silverman

Simon Cowell’s bachelor years will be coming to an end any day now.

Actress Juanita Moore dies

Actress Juanita Moore arrives at the world premiere of the restored "A Star is born" during the opening Night Gala of the 2010 TCM Classic Film Festival in Hollywood, California, on April 22, 2010. AFP PHOTO / GABRIEL BOUYS (Photo credit should read GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP/Getty Images)

The groundbreaking actress and Academy Award nominee has died at 99.

Olivia Palermo engaged to model

The reality star, best known for starring in "The City," is engaged to German model Johannes Huebl.

PHOTOS Bar Refaeli sizzles in teeny bikini

Bar Refaeli posts photo to Instagram: "Peac out 2013"

Check out the Sports Illustrated covergirl's sexiest moments.

Bloomberg, Zuckerberg among most generous 2013 donors

Three-term NYC mayor snagged a spot in the top three of The Chronicle of Philanthropy's annual ranking.

Kaley Cuoco marries Ryan Sweeting on New Year's Eve

'Yep :) #thesweetings @ryansweething' Kaley Cuoco posts a wedding photo kissing new husband Ryan Sweeting on January 1, 2014.

Kaley Cuoco and Ryan Sweeting are officially off the market.

‘Twerking,’ ‘selfie’ among 2013's banished words

At the risk of running afoul of the word police, Miley Cyrus better not take a selfie of herself twerking.

Nordstrom's only greeter celebrates 100th birthday

Ted DiNunzio turned 100 years young in the final days of 2013, and hundreds of customers showed up to celebrate with him.

A friendly Nordstrom employee in California hit a major milestone Monday — he turned 100.

PHOTOS Kaley Cuoco, tennis squeeze Ryan Sweeting get hitched

During the brief time when same-sex marriages were legal in California, 'Star Trek' actor George Takei wed his longtime love Brad Altman in a Buddhist ceremony at the Japanese American National Museum in Los Angeles on Sept. 14, 2008. The couple exchanged vows while standing in a circle of yellow rose petals in front of 200 guests.

Check out the most memorable Hollywood weddings.

Rhode Island asked Taylor Swift to do controversial coast construction

Don't worry, Rhode Island-ers: Taylor Swift isn't ruining the coastline.

Waka Flocka Flame's brother dies in apparent suicide

Kayo Redd posted an Instagram photo Oct. 26. He was found dead Sunday night from what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

The rapper's younger brother Kayo Redd died Sunday from an apparent suicide, according to a report.

Vitamin E may slow early Alzheimer's

Dr. Mary Sano (right) and a Mount Sinai research team found patients in the early stages of Alzheimer’s can benefit from taking vitamin E.

It shows promise in delaying functional decline by up to 19% in those with Alzheimer's, study shows.

First look at ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ released

Meet ‘Marvel's Guardians Of The Galaxy’ : From l., Gamora (Zoe Saldana), Peter Quill/Star-Lord (Chris Pratt), Rocket Raccoon (voiced by Bradley Cooper), Drax The Destroyer (Dave Bautista) and Groot (voiced by Vin Diesel)

As a final gift to fans in 2013, Marvel released the first still from the upcoming "Guardians of the Galaxy."

Girl petitions American Girl for disabled doll

An adorable 10-year-old is asking the dollmakers to introduce a character that, like her, has a disability.

Eve gets engaged to Maximillion Cooper

Eve has finally found her Ruff Ryder. The rapper is engaged to British designer and Gumball 3000 founder Maximillion Cooper.

Keira Knightley quits Twitter after just 12 hours

Keira Knightley, 28, says Twitter made her feel like an unpopular kid standing alone at the playground.

If you wanted to follow English actress Keira Knightley on Twitter, you may have missed your chance.

Michael and Catherine — together again

There's nothing quite like the holidays to bring an estranged couple close.

Madonna hits the Swiss slopes with family

She's on a family ski trip this week.

Giant inflatable duck deflates — again!

An inflatable 50-feet high giant yellow duck made its triumphant appearance in Taiwan.

An inflatable 50-foot-high giant yellow duck has burst while on display in Taiwan.

Khloe: 'excited for this year to be over with'

After a bumpy 2013, Khloe Kardashian says she is looking forward to "new beginnings."

‘Selfie,’ ‘Twerking’ top 2013’s most annoying word list

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A Michigan university has issued its annual list of annoying words, and those flexible enough to take selfies of themselves twerking should take note. In addition to "selfie" and "twerking," there was a strong sense among those who nominated words to this year's list that the word "hashtag" and term "Mr.

Leonardo DiCaprio defends 'Wolf of Wall Street'

Leonardo DiCaprio has risen to the defense of his new movie "The Wolf of Wall Street" after critics lambasted the movie for celebrating the culture of Wall Street it portrayed rather than slamming it.

"Blood, Sweat and Heels": Six black New York City women on the rise

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These ladies have heart and a whole lot of sole.

Piers Morgan gets broken rib from cricket player

CNN host Piers Morgan accepted a challenge to try and hit six pitches fired off by cricket player Brett Lee — and suffered embarrassingly.

CNN big mouth Piers Morgan revealed he has a broken rib after he challenged an international cricket player to bowl at him. The British TV personality accepted a challenge to face six pitches from Australian bowler Brett Lee.

Sugar overload: WHO may cut sugar recommendations by half

The World Health Organization is considering cutting the amount of sugar it recommends in your daily diet to half the current limit.

’Today’ welcomes back Gumbel, Pauley

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The glory days returned for the “Today” show — for one day at least — as NBC’s morning show brought back Bryant Gumbel and Jane Pauley for a one-day nostalgia turn as co-hosts on Monday.

Josh Hutcherson gets 'Hunger Games' salute at basketball game

Josh Hutcherson, Kentucky native and one of the stars of the film "The Hunger Games," salutes the crowd during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game between Kentucky and Louisville, Saturday, Dec. 28, 2013, in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 73-66. (AP Photo/James Crisp)

"Hunger Games" actor Josh Hutcherson got a warm welcome from the crowd at a Kentucky Wildcats basketball game this weekend. The 21-year-old actor, a Kentucky native, showed up to the game decked out in Wildcats gear.

‘Duck Dynasty’s’ Willie Robertson to guest on Fox News special

“Duck Dynasty” star Willie Robertson will talk about his outspoken father as he helps Fox News Channel ring in the new year.

Prince William to attend Cambridge University in 2014

The Prince will be attending for 10 weeks to study agricultural management.

KRAMER VS. KRAMER: Kenny Kramer, inspiration for 'Seinfeld' role, files $1M suit

Kenny Kramer - the inspiration for Kramer on "Seinfeld" - has filed a $1 million defamation suit against a former writer on the sitcom for defaming him and his tour business in a new book.

SUPER ROLE MODEL: Gisele surprises young cancer patient

Gisele Bundchen knew just the prescription to brighten a young cancer patient's holidays. The Brazilian supermodel stopped by the Boston-area home of Karina Moreira Thursday and surprised the teen blogger with an impromptu cosmetics confab.

Jon Gosselin on ex-wife Kate Gosselin: ‘Everyone knows she’s an a--hole’

Jon Gosselin is not a fan of his ex-wife Kate Gosselin by any stretch of the imagination. In fact, he downright despises her. "Everyone thinks I'm out to get Kate. I don't give a f--k!" he told Philadelphia magazine. "What would I get out of it?"

Candice Swanepoel strikes a fierce pose for Vogue cover

Who doesn't want to see a supermodel in a teeny bikini?

Tori Spelling seen without wedding ring amid Dean McDermott cheating rumors

‘She is refusing to comment on the cheating rumors publicly, even though she believes Dean did cheat on her,’ a source told Radar Online.

Tori Spelling has yet to spell out exactly how she's dealing with allegations her husband Dean McDermott cheated on her.

Madonna hits the slopes on family ski trip

Modanna's family ski trip in Switzerland.

Madonna and her three kids hit the Swiss slopes on a family ski trip during the festive season.

Mayor Bloomberg has been a major cultural booster for the city

It feels like ancient history: A new mayor sworn in three months after 9/11 with the city’s cultural fabric fraying, its tourists jittery if they visited at all, its museums losing funding and its streets and soundstages home to only seven television productions.

Michelle Obama tweets support to Robin Roberts, girlfriend

Michelle Obama congratulated GMA host Robin Roberts and her newly acknowledged girlfriend, Amber Laign, as Roberts marks her remarkable recovery after a bone marrow transplant. "I am so happy for you and Amber!" the first lady tweeted Monday, while the first family spends the holidays in Hawaii.

Chuck Patterson, Broadway star, dead at 68

Chuck Patterson broke ground for African-American actors on Broadway.

Chuck Patterson, who helped pave the way for other talented African-American actors trying to make it on Broadway, died two days before Christmas. He was 68 and lived in Harlem.

Celebrities welcomed new additions to their glamorous families in 2013

Hollywood experienced a major baby boom in 2013! From supermodels to A-list actors, check out all the famous faces who have become proud mums and dads this year.

EXCLUSIVE Hooker recounts brutal Spitzer tryst

She was a high-priced call girl who claims she got choked out by Eliot Spitzer and pimped out by the Manhattan District Attorney's Office.

Pope wins unexpected honor: Best Dressed Man 2013

Pope Francis - seen waving Dec. 22 at the Vatican — has a simple way of dressing that Esquire magazine says reflects his leadership style.

Is there anything the new Pope cannot do? The pontiff has been awarded the title of Best Dressed Man 2013, by Esquire magazine.

Aiden Turner pleads not guilty to assault

Actor Aiden Turner, pictured at a screening of ‘Kill Your Darlings’ in October, pleaded not guilty to assauting his girlfriend.

Emmy-nominated soap star Aiden Turner has pleaded not guilty to roughing up his girlfriend during a heated Hollywood dispute last month, a prosecution source told the Daily News.

Wojciech Kilar, composer on ‘The Pianist,’ ‘Dracula,’ dead at 81

Wojciech Kilar, a Polish pianist and composer of classical music and scores for many films, including Roman Polanski’s Oscar-winning “The Pianist” and Francis Ford Coppola’s “Bram Stoker’s Dracula,” died Sunday. He was 81.

Carly Rae Jepsen fields call from Broadway

“Call Me Maybe” singer Carly Rae Jepsen has had her calls returned by Broadway. Producers of “Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella” said Sunday that the Canadian singer-songwriter will take over the role of Cinderella starting Feb. 4 for 12 weeks.

Is she really 45? Stephanie Seymour shows off beach body

These stars love flaunting their picture-perfect beach bodies almost as much as they love getting all dressed up for the red carpet ...

Samsung offers up 110-inch HD television for whopping $150,000

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Samsung said a 110-inch TV that has four times the resolution of standard high-definition TVs is going on sale for about $150,000 in South Korea.

Nutrition buzzwords for 2014: Gluten free, kale, ancient grains

The buzz surrounding gluten-free diets isn't likely to die down in 2014, according to a survey of nutritionists. And healthy diners will be piling their plates with even more kale.

Grodin: Being involved benefits you and others

As we reach the end of another year, I am struck more than ever at how so many people seem to only care about themselves. As bizarre as it seems, I've even been criticized by some for getting involved in so many worthy causes.

Forget about losing weight: here are some financial resolutions you should be making now

A record number of Americans said they are considering a money vow this year. Many have seen their fortunes improve and they want to keep it that way. Cal Mathis, 51, is vowing to do better in 2014 - money-wise, that is.

Patrick Swayze's widow, Lisa Niemi, to remarry

After being married to Swayze for 34 years and losing him to pancreatic cancer in September, 2009, Lisa Niemi has found love again with jeweler Albert DePrisco.

Shakira mimics baby Milan’s grumpy face

The holidays have hit Hollywood! Celebrities get merry decorating, baking, gift-giving and more.

Brody spills beans on Bruce's post-Kardashian life

Bruce Jenner is "doing great" and easing into the single life since his split with wife Kris.

'Friends' Jennifer and Courteney go on Mexican vacation

Jennifer Aniston and Courteney Cox are definitely friends. The former co-stars were spotted enjoying the Mexican sun in bikinis during their end-of-year vacation. Soaking up the rays Cabo San Lucas on Saturday, the "Friends" stars were in the company of Aniston's fiancé Justin Theroux who confidently stood shirtless by the beach beauties.

GMA's Robin Roberts reveals she's gay in Facebook post

LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 17: TV personality Robin Roberts speaks onstage after being presented the Arthur Ashe Courage Award at the 2013 ESPY Awards at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on July 17, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Allen Berezovsky/WireImage)

Roberts gratefully thanked loved ones, among them her longtime girlfriend.

Chrissy Lampkin, 'Love & Hip Hop' star, arrested after New Jersey bar brawl

‘Love & Hip Hop’ star Chrissy Lampkin poses for mugshot after her arrest Sunday morning.

Reality set in for a “Love and Hip Hop” star after an arrest for a bloody brawl in a New Jersey bar early Sunday morning.

Ex-'ANTM' star Analeigh Tipton is engaged

Former ‘America’s Next Top Model’ contestant Analeigh Tipton is engaged to Aaron McManus and shared their happy news via Instagram Friday.

She may not be “America’s Next Top Model,” but former contestant Analeigh Tipton will soon take on the title of wife.

Britain’s BBC television network hacked

A man enters BBC New Broadcasting House in London November 11, 2012. Britain's BBC could be doomed unless it makes radical changes, the head of its governing trust said on Sunday, after its director general quit to take the blame for the airing of false child sex abuse allegations against a former politician. REUTERS/Luke MacGregor (BRITAIN - Tags: MEDIA POLITICS) - RTR3A9X1

A hacker launched a Christmas Day campaign to convince other cyber criminals to pay him for access to the system.

WATCH THE VIDEO SWEATIN' NETTES: Brooklyn hoop dancers teach fitness class

At this dance class, you might Net yourself an NBA gig. Starting on Jan. 8, Crunch Gym in Fort Greene will offer a fitness class every Wednesday at 8 p.m. called Center Court Choreography with two Brooklyn Nets dancers — aka the Brooklynettes. Gymgoers get instant access to the actual choreography used by the NBA pros, which always includes unique borough flavor.

PHOTOS Rex Ryan, Jets play spoilers against Dolphins

New York Jets head coach Rex Ryan, left, talks to safety Ed Reed during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins Sunday, Dec. 29, 2013, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz)

Miami was eliminated from the scramble for the AFC’s final wild-card berth Jets, who thrived in the role of spoilers against their archrivals and won 20-7.

'Hobbit' holds tight to No. 1 for third weekend

‘The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug’ ranked No. 1 for the third weekend in a row keeping ‘Frozen’ at No. 2.

"The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug" continued to top the box office, landing at No. 1 over the Christmas holiday for the third weekend in a row.

BIG PIMPIN':Jay Z and Beyonce drop $100G at Atlanta club

ATLANTA, GA - DECEMBER 27: Beyonce and Jay-Z attend a party at Reign Nightclub on December 27, 2013 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Prince Williams/FilmMagic)

They're drunk in love — and spending like they’re downright wasted.

Lions WR Calvin Johnson may need knee surgery: report

DETROIT, MI - DECEMBER 22: Calvin Johnson #81 of the Detroit Lions watches the action from the sidelines during the second quarter of thre game against the New York Giants at Ford Field on December 22, 2013 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images)

Megatron may need some repairs. According to ESPN, Detroit's superstar receiver Calvin Johnson, who is inactive for Sunday's game at Minnesota, might need arthroscopic surgery to fix a sprained knee.

Ex-Giants QB saves ESPN's Chris Fowler with Heimlich manuever

ESPN’s Chris Fowler was choking on a chicken sandwich.

Leonardo DiCaprio sells Malibu mansion for $17.35M

Leonardo DiCaprio may also be the ‘wolf’ of Malibu — He reportedly paid $6 million in 2002 for the home he just sold for $17.35 million.

The 'Wolf of Wall Street' actor was looking at a fat profit despite reportedly cutting the mansion's price tag twice since listing it in 2012.

PHOTOS Lively looks to help ring in the new year

Start the new year off with a bang with these glitzy party dresses.

‘Grimm’ star Claire Coffee marries Chris Thile

It's the most wonderful time of the year and 'Grimm' star Claire Coffee can attest to that. The 33-year-old actress got married to Chris Thile on Dec. 23 in Tennessee, People reported.

Anne Hathaway takes spin in BMW i3 electric car

The pricey vehicle is not even available in the United States until mid-2014.

PHOTOS Luxurious holiday getaways of the stars

Some hit the slopes, others hit the surf. From smoking hot beach bods to celebrity snow bunnies, see how the stars are celebrating the holiday season.

Vanessa Carlton ties the knot, thanks to Stevie Nicks

Stevie Nicks made loving fun for Vanessa Carlton and her new husband John McCauley. The "White Houses" singer and the Deer Tick musician tied the knot on Friday with none other than the Fleetwood Mac songstress as their officiant.

'Downton Abbey,' January premieres push idea of 'seasons'

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Once upon a time, there was no “midseason” in television. Then there was. Shows like “24” and “American Idol” started to arrive in January and catch a fresh breeze of ratings. Now, many broadcast networks don’t want to talk about “seasons” at all.

'Duck' clan ready to put controversy ‘behind them’

“Duck Dynasty” family is ready to move on after patriarch Phil Robertson’s homophobic and racist rants.

Nigella Lawson reveals she is ‘conflict averse’

She has been at the center of a painful and public divorce, then seen her reputation ...

Miley's wild night in Vegas includes kiss to mystery gal pal

After watching Britney Spears kick off her Las Vegas residency with a bang-erz, Miley Cyrus went on to host quite the party.

Kim shares pic of North’s new ride — just like dad Kanye's

North West has a new set of wheels! While the 6-month-old daughter of Kanye West and Kim Kardashian is way too young to drive, little Nori has been gifted with a miniature Lamborghini, just like the one her rapper daddy drives.

Mystery surrounds jogging death of 'Booty Call' director

The tragic death of veteran producer Jeffrey Ian Pollack has left friends, family and peers in mourning. The discovery of the 54-year-old "Booty Call" director's body on a secluded jogging trail in California's Hermosa Beach Monday has also left questions as to what killed the avid runner.

Jane Pauley, Bryant Gumbel to reunite on NBC’s ’Today

The “Today” show is ending the year on a nostalgic note. NBC says that former “Today” anchors Jane Pauley and Bryant Gumbel will join Matt Lauer for Monday’s show.

Kanye's nude Xmas present for Kim

The 33-year-old reality star took to Instagram on Thursday to show off the present given to her by West, 26, with a photo of an extravagant Hermes handbag that was customized with a nude painting on it by famous artist, George Condo.

Now Miley kisses a girl... and she likes it

It's been a year full of highs and lows for the singer, who officially brought twerking into the mainstream.

Strange New Year's customs around the world

To ring in the new year, people in Talca, Chile spend the night in a cemetery.

People ring in the New Year with their own traditions.

Miley Cyrus, Kellan Lutz have 'been hooking up': report

December 18, 2013: Miley Cyrus and Kellan Lutz are photographed arriving back in Miami, Florida, after a cozy overnight trip to Treasure Cay in the Bahamas. Miley, 21, and Twilight star Kellan, 28, descended separately from the same private jet after their overnight vacation, prompting onlookers to wonder if the celebrity couple are now an item. Miley jetted out from Miami yesterday, then returned to Florida about 24 hours later. The Bangerz singer has been linked with several men since her engagement to Liam Hemsworth ended earlier this year, but none have become steady boyfriends for the 'twerking' star. Kellan split from his girlfriend, Australian actress Sharni Vinson, 29, in May of 2013. Accompanying Cyrus is her personal assistant, Cheyne Thomas, who is in the news after a video surfaced this week where his is seen mocking Demi Lovato's struggle with addiction, specifically the singer's recent admission that at one point she couldn't go more than 30 minutes without a drug fix and had snorted cocaine on airplanes.

The rumor mill is churning yet again.

Sydney Leathers eyes date for de Blasio innaug

The sex kitten who deflated Anthony Weiner wants ticket to hottest political event of the season.

Spelling refuses to comment on cheating rumors: report

Tori Spelling is allegedly making Dean McDermott face the music behind closed doors after the cheating scandal surrounding their marriage broke.

Hottest beach bodies of 2013

We think it's safe to say this was one of the hottest years yet.

Pussy Riot pledges to keep fighting Putin

“As for Vladimir Putin, we still feel the same about him,” Tolokonnikova said. “We still want to do what we said in our last performance for which we spent two years in prison: drive him away.”

Pussy Riot’s war on Putin will continue despite the Russian president’s surprising decision to free them.

Britney Spears opens two-year Las Vegas 'Piece of Me' residency

Britney Spears got star-studded support during the opening night of her Las Vegas "Piece of Me" show on Friday.

Brooklyn man sets out on quest to return the Emmy he found

Ismail Cekic, 40, poses with the Emmy he found in the trash in Gravesend, Brooklyn. He’s hoping the winner will reclaim the trophy at a screening of “Vamp Bikers” — an independent movie he appears in.

Come and get your Emmy already. And if you do, maybe one day I’ll get mine.

Celebrity photos of the week: Week of December 30

See what all the stars were up to this week …

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.

Celebrity beach bodies

These stars love flaunting their picture-perfect beach bodies almost as much as they love getting all dressed up for the red carpet …

Celebrities over 40

1/13/2014 cover of Closer Weekly with Jane Seymour

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

Lively looks to help ring in the new year

Start the new year off with a bang with these glitzy party dresses.

Celebrities celebrate New Year's Eve!

Cara Delevinge and Rihanna on Instagram, New Year's Eve.

Happy New Year! Check out how the stars saw in 2014

Celebrities wearing short shorts

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The stars love their short shorts! See who isn't afraid to show a little leg ...

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 ...

Incredible celebrity engagement rings

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

Stars on the subway

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

Best celebrity photobombs

Ever get that feeling someone's lurking behind you? Check out which celebrities have fallen victim to a hilarious photobomb ...

Embarrassing celebrity photos

Gotchya! Sure, we're used to seeing the stars ooze glamour on the red carpet, but it turns out these celebrities aren't so perfect after all. They might put on a good face for photographers, but even the world's most beautiful people are bound to have an "oops" moment eventually -- and when that happens you can bet the paparazzi is nearby to capture it. From bad hair days to weird blemishes to stars stuffing their faces, check out Hollywood's hottest at their worst.

Hollywood brides

From "The Bachelor" nuptials to TomKat's big day, check out the most memorable Hollywood weddings.

Celebrity babies 2013

Kate Middleton and Prince William give birth to baby George.

Hollywood experienced a major baby boom in 2013! From supermodels to A-list actors, check out all the famous faces who have become proud mums and dads this year.

New Year's Eve celebrations through the years

Before we welcome in 2014, take a look back at some of the best shots of New Year's Eve celebrations in New York City through the years.

Celebrity wardrobe malfunctions

Britney Spears suffers a wardrobe malfunction while performing in Las Vegas on Saturday, December 29, 2013.

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.

Bar Refaeli's hottest moments

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

Celebrity beach bodies 2013

Hawaii, HI - Actress and mother Charlize Theron showed off her trim body in a two piece bikini, Hollywood trainer Fedele De Santis says Theron maintains her fabulous figure with the help of a ballet-based workout and she is a dedicated trainee.

These stars love flaunting their picture-perfect beach bodies almost as much as they love getting all dressed up for the red carpet ...

Madonna hits the slopes on family ski trip

Madonna and her three kids hit the Swiss slopes on a family ski trip during the festive season.

Supermodels show off their bikini bods

Candice Swanepoel on the cover of January 2014 Vogue Brazil

Who doesn't want to see a supermodel in a teeny bikini?

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.

'Timestack' photos

What looks like beams of light shooting towards the earth, Matt Molloy is able to capture the movement of the sky in this shot called "Against the Grain."

By combining multiple images into one, photographer Matt Molloy has captured entire sunsets in one single breathtaking image using a technique he calls "timestacking."

Stars celebrate Christmas, 2013

Shakira and son Milan crying in Twitter snap

The holidays have hit Hollywood! Celebrities get merry decorating, baking, gift-giving and more.

Most shocking red carpet looks of 2013

Actress Gwyneth Paltrow attends the premiere of Walt Disney Pictures' "Iron Man 3" at the El Capitan Theatre on April 24, 2013 in Hollywood, California.

It was the year for sheer! When it came time to dress up for the red carpet, these stars operated under the mantra "less is more," donning see-through gowns that often had us asking "what was she thinking?!" Check out the most daring dresses of 2013 ...

Celebrity photos of the week: Week of December 23

See what all the stars were up to this week …

Miley Cyrus' most outrageous moments of 2013

Miley Cyrus and Cara Delevingne on Twitter.

2013 is coming to an end, but Miley's antics have only just begun. It's been a year full of highs and lows for the singer, who officially brought twerking into the mainstream. In no particular order, we've rounded up her most outrageous, salacious and generally out of control moments of 2013.

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.

Hottest beach bodies of 2013

We think it's safe to say this was one of the hottest years yet. Don't believe us? Just take a look back at the top 30 best beach bods of 2013 ...

Best after-Christmas sales

The holidays may be over, but there's still shopping to be done! Check out the best after-Christmas sales, going on now ...

Royal Family Christmas, 2013

Britain's Prince William, left, accompanied by his wife Kate, Duchess of Cambridge, arrive to attend a Christmas Day Service with other members of the royal family at St. Mary's church on the grounds of Sandringham Estate, the Queen's retreat, in Norfolk, England, Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2013. (AP Photo/Lefteris Pitarakis)

Kate Middleton, Prince William and Queen Elizabeth II and the rest of the family gather for Christmas.

Holiday toy fads through the years

It wouldn't be the holidays without parents scrambling to make sure the season's hottest toy is under the tree come Christmas morning ... only for it to be cast aside and forgotten about by New Year's Day. From Tickle Me Elmos to Tamagotchis, take a look back at favorite toy fads of Christmases past ...

Best Christmas movies ever

Christmas and the movies go together like Santa Claus and cookies. Here's our list of the very best holiday classics.

Celebrity splits of 2013

According to reports October 24, 2013 Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr have split up after three years of marriage. WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA - FEBRUARY 24: Miranda Kerr and Orlando Bloom attend the 2013 Vanity Fair Oscar party at Sunset Tower on February 24, 2013

Which celebrity couples have become casualties this year? Check out the most shocking splits of 2013.

25 biggest entertainment stories of 2013

Miley Cyrus performs during the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards at the Barclays Center on August 25, 2013 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City.

From celebrity feuds to too much twerking, these entertainment stories made headlines around the world.

Festive animals

Forget carols, forget fruit cake and forget egg nog, pictures of adorable animals getting festive will get you into the Christmas spirit in no time.

Courtney Stodden shops for Christmas trees with mystery man

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December 22, 2013.

Newly single Courtney Stodden looks to be moving on from ex Doug Hutchison, as the 19yo reality star is seen Christmas tree shopping with a good-looking male in Hollywood this weekend.

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The holidays have hit Hollywood and Courtney Stodden is making sure she's prepared. The former teen bride was spotted shopping for Christmas trees with an adoring mystery man on Dec. 22, 2013.

Reality TV's sexiest beach bodies

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The Curse of Reality TV

Sam Poueu and Stephanie Anderson arrives at the Premiere Of Universal Studios Hollywood's "King Kong 360 3-D" Attraction on June 29, 2010 in Universal City, California.

They've entertained us for hours on end, but these reality show stars have been cursed by reality television and it's no laughing matter.

Christmas ice swimming

LANKE, GERMANY - DECEMBER 22: Ice swimmers wade in the Obersee in Lanke, about 50 kilometers north of Berlin on December 22, 2013 in Lanke, Germany. The swimmers, who dress up in seasonal attire for the annual event, claim swimming in cold water is good for the body's blood circulation. Due to warmer temperatures this year, the lake did not freeze over. (Photo by Adam Berry/Getty Images)

Das ist cold! Winter swimmers dressed in festive attire took a dip in the freezing cold Obersee Lake in Germany during a traditional ice swimming session on Dec. 22, 2013.

Sports

Myers: Stars and seeds aligned for Peyton to earn Super Bowl trip

Peyton Manning seems destined to play on Feb. 2 in New Jersey.

Peyton Manning just completed the most extraordinary regular season in NFL history and his journey to get a second ring is the most compelling story as the sprint to Super Bowl XLVIII at MetLife Stadium opens this weekend with the four wild-card games.

Isles' Okposo 'disappointed' by Olympic snub

New York Islanders right wing Kyle Okposo (21) against th eNew York Rangers at Nassau Veteran Memorial Coliseum on Tuesday October 29th, 2013 (Andrew Theodorakis/New York Daily News).

Kyle Okposo will not be headed to Sochi, but knows he's still got plenty of hockey left to play this season. The Islanders forward found out he'd been excluded from the U.S. men's hockey team just like everyone else, as a hockey fan watching Wednesday's Winter Classic on television.

Golf writers pick Adam Scott over Tiger as player of the year

AUGUSTA, GA - APRIL 14: Adam Scott of Australia celebrates after Scott makes a birdie putt on the second sudden death playoff hole to defeat Angel Cabrera of Argentina to win the 2013 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 14, 2013 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

The Golf Writers Association of America announced its Male Player of the Year winner Thursday morning and it isn’t Tiger Woods. Woods, who earlier captured PGA Tour Player of the Year honors voted on by peers, finished five votes behind Masters champ Adam Scott in a poll of 220 golf reporters and broadcasters.

Super Bowl XVI: Montana, Niners edge Bengals, 26-21

The San Francisco 49ers had waited 32 years to get to an NFL title game. What difference would a couple more hours make? The Catch put the Niners in Super Bowl XVI.

Cavaliers star Irving only has bruised left knee

Luckily for the Cavs, the injury-prone Kyrie Irving doesn't have structural damage in his knee.

The Cavaliers rang in 2014 with some encouraging news: Kyrie Irving’s left knee is only bruised. The All-Star guard did not sustain structural damage Tuesday against the Indiana Pacers and is not expected to miss any significant time.

OSU's Spence suspended for Orange Bowl

Ohio State sophomore defensive end Noah Spence has been suspended for three games for violating an undisclosed Big Ten rule, the Buckeyes announced Wednesday.

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