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THEY HAVE NO IDEA: Baffled Malaysia military searching for missing flight develop theory jet veered 350 miles off-course

Malaysia’s military now suspects the jet with 239 people aboard turned and flew 350 miles west after its last contact with air traffic controllers. Gen. Rodzali Daud (pictured), chief of the Malaysian air force, denied saying radar showed the plane had made it to the Strait of Malacca read full story »

Woman charged with manslaughter for providing fatal butt lift to Queens 22-year-old found dead in Manhattan hourly-rate hotel

Tamara Blaine (pictured) was suffering a seizure when police arrived at the Liberty Inn Hotel along the West Side Highway in the Meatpacking District the afternoon of July 8.

Oregon teen with brain cancer fulfills his 'bucket list' wish of visiting topless bar

Jake Stoneking, 19, who has a deadly form of brain cancer known as medulloblastoma, wants to hunt a black bear and get a tattoo — but first he wanted to check out a local strip club called Jiggles.

Georgetown University student dies on spring break trip in Dominican Republic

Mark Adamsson was traveling with a number of his classmates for spring break when he died, Vice President for Student Affairs Todd Olson said in an email obtained by the Georgetown Voice.

Mummified Michigan woman seemingly voted in the afterlife, records show

The mummified remains of a Michigan woman whose death went unnoticed for six years appear to have turned up last week - along with a vote she supposedly cast from beyond the grave.

Gonzalez: Gov. Cuomo, charter school elites ganging up on de Blasio

Whatever happened to mayoral control of schools? Twelve years ago, the Legislature abolished local community school boards and handed New York City’s mayor unparalleled power over our school system. And while Michael Bloomberg was in charge, the city’s rich and powerful were perfectly satisfied with that arrangement.

EXCLUSIVE: NY gals aren't falling for Jared Leto's pickup lines

'Throughout the whole flight they were talking to us': Woman says she and pal once flew in cockpit of Malaysia Air flight with missing jet’s co-pilot

Though airline regs forbid passengers from entering the cockpit, Jonti Roos said she and her pal chatted and snapped pics with the two pilots, who even smoked cigarettes while airborne.

One way to solve a problem: Dolphins trade Jonathan Martin to 49ers following Ritchie Incognito bullying fiasco

Jonathan Martin, the offensive tackle who accused a Miami Dolphins teammate of bullying, was traded to the San Francisco 49ers on Tuesday night and will be reunited with his college coach, Jim Harbaugh. The Dolphins announced the move on Tuesday night on the first day of NFL free agency.

Jerry Sandusky's wife breaks her silence: 'I'm not a weak wife'

The wife of convicted child molester Jerry Sandusky wants people to know that she stands by her husband — even as he stands behind bars.

SEE IT Minnesota high school wrestler hugs opponent's dying dad after loss

Instead of getting upset when he lost the 120-pound title match, Blaine High School sophomore Malik Stewart went over to his opponent’s dad — who is dying of cancer — and gave him a hug.

N.J. dad charged after toddler found with heroin at daycare: cops

A worker at the child-care center in Paterson, New Jersey discovered 48 glassine envelopes of heroin stuffed in the 2-year-old's jacket on Monday, according to Paterson Police Lieutenant Bert Ribeiro.

George Soros' ex-girlfriend wants another crack at questioning billionaire under oath

At an NYC hearing Tuesday, Adriana Ferreyr said she has more questions she wants to ask George Soros under oath after lawyers said he’d already answered her attorney’s questions for two days.

JetBlue passenger heading to rehab causes emergency landing after threatening attendant, claiming to be soldier: report

Orion Koshinsky was already several free drinks in under claims of being a U.S. soldier by the time his JetBlue flight carrying frightened passengers and flight attendants was diverted to Jacksonville, Fla.

‘Princeton Mom’ Susan Patton to college women: ‘Work will wait, your fertility won't’

The Princeton Mom is back, and she is still reminding college women that they need to be focusing on their MRS. degrees.

Former Chris Christie aide Bridget Kelly appears in court to block Bridgegate subpoena demanding access to her records

A top aide to New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie who was fired for her role in the George Washington Bridge scandal appeared in court Tuesday to try to block a subpoena demanding access to her records.

New Jersey man who strangled wife, stuffed body in drum gets 22-year sentence

A New Jersey man convicted of strangling his wife and stuffing her body in a 55-gallon drum will spend the next 22 years in prison.

Fla. man choked, threatened to kill woman after she refused sex: deputies

Andrew Vasquez, 23, was arrested early Sunday morning by Flagler County deputies after his alleged victim successfully ran for help without any pants or underwear on, according to an arrest report.

CONCERT REVIEW NOT SO ROYAL: Lorde proves lackluster at Roseland

TOP RECRUIT: James Dolan solicits Bill Bradley to help reel in Phil Jackson

James Dolan and Bill Bradley could not be any different in terms of education, background and career paths. But the billionaire Knicks owner and the Hall of Fame player known as “Dollar Bill” do share a common goal: bringing Phil Jackson to New York.

Michele Bachmann: Gays 'bullied' Americans, politicians over Arizona bill

Upset with last month's veto of Arizona SB 1062 by Gov. Jan Brewer, the Congresswoman said on a conservative talk show last week that the gay community thinks it is "bullying" Americans and politicians.

MEGACHURCH CAPER: Thieves steal cash, credit cards from pastor Joel Osteen’s church

The Houston-based Lakewood Church, led by Pastor Joel Osteen has been targeted by thieves who stole cash, checks and credit card information from a safe.

WET N' WILD: New 'wob' hair style taking over Hollywood

Man dies from heart attack caused by nail biting habit

John Gardener died weeks after his 40th birthday from a heart attack caused by a septic infection, which he contracted from his extreme nail biting habit.

Dallas Stars player Rich Peverley stable, undergoing tests after collapsing on team bench

The 31-year-old forward collapsed on the bench in the first period of Monday night's game between Dallas and Columbus in a scary moment for the team.

EXCLUSIVE NYPD Cop who suffered broken back after being struck by ATV in good spirits

Det Matthew McClusky, 40, used a walker and had a cast on his left leg as he left Brooklyn Supreme Court on Tuesday. It is believed McClusky testified in front of a grand jury against Kenny Ortiz.

THEY DON'T CALL HIM THE BEST MAN FOR NOTHING! Friend raises cash for couple robbed a week before wedding

Dozens of friends, family and strangers rallied to help a Los Angeles couple who were robbed of their wedding savings just one week before they planned to say "I do."

Teen Taco Bell employees accused of murdering manager

Two Taco Bell workers allegedly beat and shot their night manager multiple times after leaving the fast food restaurant early Monday morning. Vettia Rochem, 43, was found dead behind the Taco Bell on Atlanta Highway in Montgomery, Ala., about 7:30 a.m.

THE PRODFATHER'S MUSCLE: Two Brooklyn brothers admit guilt in forcing Jewish divorces

TWO BROOKLYN brothers admitted they were the muscle in an unholy alliance that forced reluctant Jewish men to give their wives religious divorces.

Anne Sweeney, Disney's longtime TV chief, stepping down after 18 years to pursue career as director

Disney’s longtime TV chief is turning in her golden mouse ears. Anne Sweeney, who has held top executive positions at Disney for the last 18 years will leave her post in January to pursue a career as a television director.

New York pharmacist busted in $10 million AIDS Medicaid scam: authorities

Owners of a Bronx pharmacy and the druggist they employ have been busted for a Medicaid scam that involved buying high-priced anti-retroviral HIV meds back from sick patients they prescribed them to.

SUIT UP: Men's Wearhouse buying Jos. A. Bank for $1.8 billion

Men’s Wearhouse Inc. will pay $65 per share, a 5 percent premium to Jos. A. Bank Clothiers Inc.’s closing price Monday of $61.83.

Senator accuses CIA of hacking into Congress' stand-alone computer network

Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., said she had 'grave concerns that the CIA’s search may well have violated the separation of powers principles,' as she publicly aired an increasingly explosive dispute.

U.S. Army general’s lawyers to try for new plea deal in sex assault case

Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Sinclair is accused of forcing a female captain to perform oral sex while they were stationed in Afghanistan.

Gisele shares an intimate look into her lingerie line

Letter from union allies not changing de Blasio’s mind on horse carriage ban

A Friday letter speaking against Mayor de Blasio's ban on horse carriages is not going to change his mind on the policy.

Tennessee man charged in kidnapping, murder of Holly Bobo appears in court for first time since arrest

Zachary Adams, 29, appeared before a judge shackled in a striped prison uniform and bulletproof vest where his attorney entered a not-guilty plea to aggravated kidnapping and first-degree felony murder.

Oscar Pistorius’ friend ‘knew he had a big love for weapons,’ agreed to ‘take the rap’ after gun went off in eatery

Olympian Oscar Pistorius' friend Darren Fresco shouted at him after Pistorius fired a shot without warning through the sunroof of the car they were driving in.

'Bachelor' host on Juan Pablo: 'The more he spoke, the worse he looked'

There might be something to the 'five-second rule'

New research from Britain indicates timing really does matter, among other factors, when deciding to eat or discard your dropped morsel.

Marco Rubio bill would prevent 'takeover' of Internet by UN, other countries

Republican Sen. Marco Rubio said Monday he’s working a bill that would prevent a takeover of the Internet by the United Nations or another country.

82-year-old Detroit man stops intruder by striking him in head with hammer

An 82-year-old man bravely faced off an intruder inside his Detroit home before striking the suspect in the head with a hammer when he refused to leave, police said.

Nanny who found lost New York City boy thought of missing autistic teen Avonte Oquendo

Alana Joseph rescues Kareem Granton from his five-day subway adventure after spotting the grimy 11-year-old asleep on the 5 train.

Europe wants to ban the use of Parmesan and Feta to describe American-made cheese

As part of trade talks, the European Union wants to ban the use of European names like Parmesan, feta and Gruyere on cheese made in the United States.

Civil war imminent? Ousted Ukrainian President vows to return as new president prepares to reinforce armed forces with volunteers

Ukraine’s fugitive President Viktor Yanukovych pledged Tuesday to return to Kiev and urged its armed forces to ignore “criminal orders” from the new government.

Cheeky Jake Gyllenhaal goes NUDE in Rome for upcoming film

Samoas or thin mints? Queens Girls Scout sells 2,833 boxes of cookies

Can YOU find the plane? Satellite imaging firm launches effort to find missing Malaysia Airlines flight

Models missing parts of thighs, arms in Target Photoshop fail

LISTEN Oregon family calls 911 after 'hostile' pet cat attacks 7-month-old child, holds parents hostage in bedroom

Homeless sex offender arrested for trying to lure girl into vehicle in New York

Sports

Bondy: Leaving us time to Phil

Phil Jackson was supposed to finalize things on Monday, and then we were still waiting around on Tuesday afternoon for an announcement from the Garden. Why? Because Jackson can afford to wait as long as he wants, demand anything he wishes in the contractual fine print.

Big East By the Numbers: Nova should be No. 1 over Georgetown

Xavier big man Matt Stainbrook begins the tournament out with a knee injury. The 6-10, 263-pounder is the Musketeers’ third-leading scorer (10.6 ppg.). His 7.8 boards per game rank second in the Big East and are the main reason XU leads the conference in rebound margin.

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