Sunday, January 18, 2015

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READ THE BOOK EXCERPT SINS OF MY FATHER: John (Junior) Gotti bares his pride and pain on growing up with mob boss in memoir

The feds tried to throw the book at him. Now, John A. (Junior) Gotti is releasing his own.

GET FLIRTY? Actor John Travolta talks about his love for fitness amid rumors of flirting at gym

Reddit user Justin Jones posted this image of him and John Travolta at a Planet Fitness at 3 a.m. John ocked a shaven head in Florida during a late-night gym session on Wednesday morning, but then in Los Angeles on Friday night, the actor showed off a full mop of hair.

President Obama to call for increasing taxes on rich to fund cost-saving measures for middle class

US President Barack Obama answers questions at a press conference in the East Room of the White House on January 16, 2015, in Washington, DC. Obama and Britain's Prime Minister David Cameron spoke to the media. AFP PHOTO/MANDEL NGANMANDEL NGAN/AFP/Getty Images President Obama will call for increasing taxes on the wealthiest Americans.

Calif. multimillionaire shot in his Rolls Royce by cyclist as he was waiting to close $5M deal

Kameron Segal, a 48 year-old philanthropist, was shot sitting in a Rolls Royce in Hollywood on Friday night. Kameron Segal, the CEO of a property management firm, was waiting to meet a business partner to close a $5 million deal when a man on a 10-speed bike fired at his silver-and-black car, NBC4 reported.

Never before seen Gotti family photos

Kentucky ‘Bonnie and Clyde’ teen couple captured in Florida

Cheyenne Phillips(13 yrs old) and Dalton Hayes(18 yrs old) both seen in this photo are wanted by the Grayson County Sheriff's Office. Two teens suspected in a crime spree of stolen vehicles and pilfered checks across the South have been taken into custody in Florida.

Hamill: NYC woman who escaped political oppression in Russia is 'blessed' to be in America

Malika Shagaraeva left Russia 11 years ago and hopes to become American citizen soon so she can run for local political office in Brooklyn. She came to America from Russia and never wants to go back.

EXCLUSIVE Patrick Lynch backs off need for apology from Mayor de Blasio in union memo

PBA President Patrick Lynch says relationship with City Hall has improved despite no apology from Hizzoner. PBA President Patrick Lynch says the NYPD's relationship with City Hall has improved despite no apology from Mayor de Blasio.

Olivia Munn talks about acting with star-studded cast in 'Mortdecai'

Steven Bonano, NYPD chief and 9/11 responder, succumbs to cancer

NYPD Deputy Chief Steve Bonano, who is battling a rare form of blood cancer believed to be related to his time working at Ground Zero. Steven Bonano, former NYPD chief and 9/11 first responder, died Saturday from blood cancer believed to be tied to his time at Ground Zero.

Homeowner not charged after shooting Oklahoma police chief three times in raid: cops

Sentinel Police Chief Louis Ross was shot four times, three times in the chest and once in the arm on Thursday during a raid.  The homeowner who nearly killed an Oklahoma police chief during a raid won’t face charges since cops busted the wrong house.

Jeb Bush, Mitt Romney look to be heading into GOP showdown as Republican presidential battle looms

WOODBURY, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 24: Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush speaks during a Long Island Association luncheon with LIA President and CEO Kevin S. Law at the Crest Hollow Country Club on February 24, 2014 in Woodbury, New York. Bush is widely seen as a possible presidential contender in 2016. (Photo by Andy Jacobsohn/Getty Images) Welcome to the Bush-Romney showdown — a race within the race.

Kim Kardashian finds beauty is electrifying with Ultherapy treatment

Columbia student will join Gillibrand at State of the Union in push for stronger policies against sexual assault

BESTPIX Columbia University senior is joining Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand at State of the Union.

Andrew Cuomo proposing to expand 'yes means yes' rules against sexual assault to private colleges

Governor Andrew Cuomo. Cuomo is proposing legislation to expand to all private colleges the 'yes means yes' rules against sexual assault.

Suspected Mexican hit man nabbed in deaths of 43 students

Hundreds protested in Mexico City late last month, demanding justice for 43 students who were kidnapped by corrupt police and incinerated by a local drug cartel. A suspected Mexican cartel hit man has been arrested in connection with the abduction and assassinations of 43 college students.
New York

Mayor de Blasio will spend part of Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Rev. Al Sharpton

NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio (l) with Rev Al Sharpton during his 60th Birthday party at the Four Seasons restaurant, Wednesday, October 1, 2014, Manhattan, NY. (Jeff Bachner/for New York Daily News) Mayor de Blasio is going to be spending part of Martin Luther King Jr. Day with the Rev. Al Sharpton.

Final day to help fund for families of murdered NYPD cops Rafael Ramos, Wenjian Liu

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi The Daily News fund to help the grieving families of slain Officers Rafael Ramos and Wenjian Liu ends Sunday

Queens man held in Albany prostitution bust

Chi Chick Cheng, 40, was taken in and charged with promoting prostitution. A Queens man was one of 10 people arrested on prostitution charges in a police sting that shuttered four alleged brothels.

Kidnapped man found dead in trunk in Bronx was strangled

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi The kidnapped New Jersey man whose body was found in the trunk of his BMW on a Bronx street was strangled
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Hunts Point Produce Market workers, management reach tentative contract deal to avoid strike

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Workers and management at the Hunts Point Produce Market have reached a tentative contract deal that averts a strike.

Two teen girls seen trying to steal purse from woman, 80, in Brooklyn elevator

Two female suspects attempted to forcibly remove the victim's purse from around her neck causing her to fall to the ground. A pair of teenage girls tried to mug an 80-year-old woman in the elevator of her Brooklyn building, authorities said.

Bronx man arrested in New Year's Day fatal shooting

Police have made an arrest in the first city murder of 2015. Rommel Albergottie, 22, was busted for murder, manslaughter and weapon possession for the shooting death of Herbert Huntley, 26, in the lobby of Mary houses cops said Saturday. Police have arrested a Bronx man for shooting a 26-year-old on New Year’s Day in the city’s first homicide of the year, officials said

Al Pacino goes low-budget for 'The Humbling'

Native Americans condemn Pope Francis wish to canonize Calif. missionary

Father Junipero Serra’s missions led to the demise of indigenous populations in California, critics say. Tribal leaders have condemned Pope Francis wish to canonize a California missionary believed responsible for the death of Native Americans.

Cuba tourism inquiries up since order to reestablish ties

Once-forbidden beaches of Cuba call. Everybody wants to go to Cuba.

One killed, one injured during Florida mall shooting, authorities say

Two people are dead and another in stable condition after a shooting at the Melbourne Square Mall in Florida. A gunman opened fire at a central Florida mall Saturday, killing one person, injuring another before killing himself, authorities said.

Victoria Justice plays avenging geek in ‘Eye Candy’

Belgium puts military in place amid terror threats in Europe

Belgian soldier guards Jewish school in Antwerp Saturday. Security was tight at public buildings and Jewish districts across the country. Soldiers fanned out to guard possible terror targets across Belgium Saturday.

D.C. Metro did not tell 911 passengers trapped: report

epa04557731 A handout image released with permission from Twitter user Andrew Litwin shows the inside of a yellow line car near the L'Enfant Plaza Metro station as smoke filled the train and station in Washington, DC, USA, 12 January 2015. Reports indicate that one woman died and dozens of people were taken to area hospitals. EPA/ANDREW LITWIN via TWITTER BEST QUALITY AVAILABLE HANDOUT EDITORIAL USE ONLY/NO SALES Washington, D.C., subway officials did not tell emergency responders that passengers were trapped in the smoke-filled train, a report said.

Charlie Hebdo terrorist Said Kouachi buried in secret ceremony in France

Said Kouachi, 34, was killed by French police after he and his brother attacked a satirical weekly and killed 12 people in Paris. A terrorist responsible for deadly attacks last week that killed 17 people was buried in the eastern French city over official's objections.
Sports

Russell Wilson's numbers don't scream at you ... he does!

Russell Wilson was yelling at the top of his lungs, yelling over the noise of the crowd, yelling out play after play as if his life depended on it. Yelling as if he wasn’t standing in his hotel room with his roommate desperately trying to get some shut eye.

Vacchiano: Hakeem Nicks catches a new role with the Colts

Despite an electric start to his Giants career, Hakeem Nicks’ final season in Blue in 2013 was quite a disappointment, scoring zero TDs with just 56 receptions. Andrew Mills/THE STAR-LEDGER via USA TODAY Sports It’s still hard to believe, even a year later, how wrong everything seemed to go for Hakeem Nicks in his final years with the Giants.

NFC title game: Packers offense vs. Seahawks defense is clash of titans

In one corner, there's the defending champion Seahawks and their Legion of Boom secondary, the most dangerous collection of defensive backs in the NFL for two years running, led by the brash Richard Sherman. They're a group that's peaking at the right time, riding an eight-game streak of excellence that's seen exactly one opponent score two TDs in a game.

Harper: Kevin Long, hurt by Yankees axing, ready to work

New York Mets batting Coach Kevin Long pictured at the Met's spring training facility in Port St. Lucie, Florida on Thursday January 15, 2015. Long left the Yankees to coach with the mets, 2015 will be his first season with the Mets. Photo by Ryan Stone You can sense that Kevin Long is already spilling over with observations, ideas, and suggestions for his new hitters.
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After 6 seasons, Timothy Olyphant show's end is 'Justified'

UK man gets 7 years for shooting friend while testing bulletproof vest

Philip Harper, who died after he was shot by Ian Catley, as the pair tried to test out what they thought was a bulletproof vest. A man who shot and killed a friend while testing if a bulletproof vest worked has been sent to jail for seven years.

Feds settle jailed Muslim football star’s case for $385,000

Former University of Idaho football star Abdullah al-Kidd was locked up in 2003, because federal prosecutors reportedly wanted him to testify against a classmate. A former Muslim football star landed a $385,000 payday after federal agents locked him up in a controversial terrorism case.

Northern Ireland judge calls Snoop Dogg 'misogynist wretch'

epa04357802 US singer Snoop Dogg aka Snoop Lion performs during the 'Lowlands' music festival in Biddinghuizen, The Netherlands, 17 August 2014. The annual event, one of the biggest music festival in The Netherlands, runs from 15 to 17 August. EPA/FERDY DAMMAN Snoop Dogg has many fans around the world but a Northern Ireland judge is not one of them.

Bey and Jay enjoy Lakers game amidst pregnancy rumors

stars sitting court side Jay Z and Beyoncé

Sharks attack dolphins off Australian coast, beaches closed

Not Released A school of white sharks which have forced the closure of beaches north of Sydney for eight days launched a horrifying attack on dolphins.

Informant testifying against accused Etan Patz killer is jail inmate: court

NOV. 15, 2012 FILE POOL PHOTO The informant prosecutors have testifying against accused Etan Patz killer Pedro Hernandez is a fellow jail inmate.

Ohio man charged with plotting an attack at the U.S. Capitol ordered held without bond

Christopher Lee Cornell, 20, of Green Township, was arrested on charges of attempting to kill a U.S. government official, authorities said. The FBI today arrested Cornell for allegedly plotting an ISIS-inspired attack on the U.S. Capitol, where he hoped to set off a series of bombs aimed at lawmakers, whom he allegedly considered enemies. An Ohio man charged with plotting an attack at the U.S. Capitol was ordered held without bond Friday.

Joanna Krupa heats up beach in Miami during photo shoot

Romney hints at plans to run for President again

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Man wanted for questioning in kidnapping death of victim found in car trunk

A male was seen leaving the vehicle that 24-year-old Jordan Johnson was found in, dead and locked up in the trunk.

Julianne Moore won 'Still Alice' role in writer's mind

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Rachel Noerdlinger's son will have trespassing case dropped

The embattled City Hall aide’s teenage son, Khari Noerdlinger, was arrested on a trespassing charge Friday — the same day she celebrated her 44th birthday, sources said.

Tugboat capsizes in China test run, killing 22

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Whitney’s family blasts biopic: 'Brace yourself for worst'

Supporters of slain cop Joseph Keegan want no parole for his killer

A photo of Joseph Keegan, a traffic cop, who was slain in 1980 at Columbus Circle. The killer, Bruce Lorick, is due out of jail soon, although family of the slain officer are petitioning hard for Lorick not to be released.

Jen on Angie 'rivalry' rumors: 'Time to stop with that petty B.S.'

Over 2 dozen terror suspects nabbed in France, Belgium, Germany, U.K.

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Stars share behind-the-scenes Golden Globes pictures

Twitter and Instagram shots of the stars partying - see how Selena Gomez, Jennifer Lopez and other stars spent the night

Celebs keep the fun going all night at Globes after-parties

Alessandra Ambrosio and Jennifer Lopez were seriously sexy for the Golden Globes after parties

Rank & file NYPD cops rip PBA boss Patrick Lynch for ‘tantrum’

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Patrolmen’s Benevolent Association boss Patrick Lynch was ripped for his ‘temper tantrum’ in a meeting with rank and file.

Miley Cyrus goes full frontal for first time in V magazine

Ok print and web-must link back www.vmagazineshop.com “Wrecking Ball” star steps way beyond her typical teasing and twerking with first full-frontal photos in upcoming issue of V magazine.

Navy SEAL dies in skydiving training accident in Florida

A 31-year-old Navy SEAL died following a skydiving training accident in Florida over the weekend, officials say. A 31-year-old Navy SEAL died following a skydiving training accident in Florida over the weekend.

Naya Rivera apologizes for 'white people' showering comment

Naya Rivera’s comments about white people showering more frequently than ethnics caused an uproar and she shot back on Twitter. ‘Get a sense of humor!’ Naya Rivera is apologizing for her dirty comments.
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Facts
- Boston Celtics (1950-1963)
- Enshrined in the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1971
- "Houdini of the Hardwood" helps Celtics to five straight NBA titles, six overall
Stats
- Leads league in assists for eight consecutive seasons
- Averaged more than 20 points per game four times
- 13-time All-Star was NBA MVP in 1956-57
Facts
- New York Knicks (1967-77); Cavaliers (1977-1980)
- Enshrined in the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1987
- Offensive leader who helps Knicks to two NBA titles (1970 and 1973)
Stats
- An NBA All Star seven straight seasons (1970-1976)
- Leads the Knicks in scoring five times in ten seasons on Broadway
- Averages more than 20 points per game six times
Facts
- Los Angeles Lakers (1979-1991 and 1995-96)
- Enshrined in the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2002
- Three-time NBA MVP wins five NBA titles with "Showtime" Lakers
Stats
- One of only five players in NBA history with more than 10,000 assists (10,141)
- Has the highest assists per game average in NBA history (11.2)
- 12-time All-Star averaged 19.5 points per game for career
Facts
- Dallas Mavericks; Phoenix Suns; New Jersey Nets; New York Knicks
- 10-time All-Star leads Nets to back-to-back NBA Finals
- Shares 1995 Rookie of the Year honors with Grant Hill
Stats
- Leads the NBA in assists per game five times
- His 8.7 assists per game ranks 7th all time
- Ranks 4th all time with 1,988 3-pointers
Facts
- Phoenix Suns; Dallas Mavericks; Los Angeles Lakers
- Eight-time NBA All-Star
- Two-time NBA MVP (2004-05, 2005-06)
Stats
- Ranks third all time with 10,335 assists
- Leads the NBA in assists six times
- His .904 career free throw percentage is highest in NBA history
Facts
- Supersonics; Heat; Lakers; Celtics; Bucks during 17-year career
- Enshrined in the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2013
- "The Glove" was a nine-time NBA All-Defensive First Team
Stats
- His 2,445 career steals is good for 4th all time
- Plays in 1,335 career games, still good for No. 11 all time
- Career averages of 16.3 ppg, 6.7 apg and 1.8 steals per game
Facts
- Cincinnati Royals (1960-1970); Milwaukee Bucks (1970-1974)
- Enshrined in the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1980
- Only player to average a triple-double for an entire season (1961-1962)
Stats
- 12-time All Star, NBA MVP in 1963-64
- Ranks 11th on all-time scoring list with 26,710 career points
- His 9,887 career assists are good for 6th all time
Facts
- Utah Jazz (1984-2003)
- Enshrined in the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2009
- In 17 of 19 seasons he played every game on the schedule
Stats
- Holds single-season assists record with 1,164
- Led the league in assists a record nine consecutive seasons
- Retired as NBA leader in career assists (15,806) and steals (3,265)
Facts
- Detroit Pistons (1981-1994)
- Enshrined in the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2000
- Leader of the "Bad Boys" Pistons that won back-to-back NBA titles
Stats
- An All-Star in first 12 seasons in the NBA (earns MVP honors twice)
- Among all-time Pistons leaders in points (18,822) and assists (9,061)
- Ranks No. 5 in NBA history for assists per game (9.3)
Facts
- Los Angeles Lakers (1960-1974)
- Enshrined in the Pro Basketball Hall of Fame in 1980
- "Mr. Clutch" named to the NBA's 50th anniversary team in 1996
Stats
- An All-Star in all 14 of his seasons in the NBA
- Averages more than 30 points per game in four of 14 seasons
- Averages 27 points per game for career and finished with 25,192 points
Autos

photos Premieres and concepts from the 2015 Detroit Auto Show

The 2015 North American International Auto Show kicked off at Cobo Hall in Detroit, Michigan, with the world's automakers flocking to Motor City to show off their latest models. Here, Nissan keeps its new Titan pickup under wraps for a big reveal. The 2015 North American International Auto Show kicked off Monday in Detroit, Michigan. Take a look at all of the latest models and concepts from the show floor.

Chinese automaker GAC shows off new GS4 compact SUV

GAC build and sold over 1 million vehicles in China last year. But the company is a complete unknown to show-goers here at the 2015 North American International Auto Show. The biggest car company you’ve never heard of unveils a bargain-priced SUV at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show.
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Academy president responds to firestorm over lack of diversity

Supreme Court will issue national gay marriage ruling by June

FILE - In this June 26, 2013, file photo, gay rights advocate Vin Testa waves a rainbow flag in front of the Supreme Court in Washington. The justices might have to decide to jump in at their closed-door conference on Friday, Jan. 16, 2015, if they want to resolve the legal debate over gay marriage in the next few months. The justices would hear the case in April, the last month for oral arguments before the next term begins in October. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)

Dumping 'The View' is no joke in Sherri Shepherd's act

4 arrested, 2 dead after Fla. crime spree, manhunt

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd warned Haines City residents to stay inside their homes Friday morning as deputies search for two heavily armed suspects believed to have killed two people while running from law enforcement.

Joan Rivers makes final appearance on 'Apprentice'

Shark spotted off Australian coast is 'biggest' ever seen

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St. Paul-Minneapolis Archdiocese files for bankruptcy

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Internet proposal bonds strangers to share adventure

Jordan Axani and Elizabeth "Quinn" Gallangher on their three-week around-the-world adventure shared through Instagram. Axani claims Gallangher became "just like a sister" to him throughout the trip.

College freshman, 18, falls 8 stories to her death

temple university freshman falls to death

Back in the day! Kim shares girlhood ice skating snap

Kim Kardashian before she morphed into what we now know as KIM KARDASHIAN

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