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Disgrace financier Bernie Madoff has been sentenced to 150 years in prison -- the maximum term allowable. The Madoff sentencing is the result of what is considered the biggest Wall Street investment fraud in history.
According to The Sun, Michael Jackson's autopsy report has been leaked and the details it contains are shocking. It allegedly indicates that at the time of his death, Michael Jackson's body was, among other things, emaciated, covered with needle marks...
Ever since South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford admitted to having an extramarital affair with a woman who lives in Argentina, people have been captivated by the bizarre circumstances of the story and are anxious to get a glimpse of Sanford's mistress.
Danny Barter was just 4-years-old when he went missing in 1959. He disappeared while on a camping trip with his family in Perdido Bay, Alabama. His family has always held out hope that one day he would be found alive and well, and their hope was...
Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton alleges that Will.I.Am of the Black Eyed Peas assaulted him at the MuchMusic Awards show in Toronto. Hilton used his Twitter account to report the assault.
There are a number of foods that will make your skin healthier and look more beautiful, glowing and youthful.
There are a number of flavored vodka drinks on the market these days and Absolut Citron vodka is one that boasts the flavor of lemons. Since I am a fan of vodka and lemons, I thought I'd give Absolut Citron a try.
A sonographer is a medical professional who performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures. It is one of the most in-demand jobs in the medical field and it is expected to stay that way for years to come.
According to TMZ, a video of Leighton Meester having sex with her boyfriend is being shopped around by an outfit called celebhotline.com. The alleged Leighton Meester sex tape shows the actress getting intimate with her boyfriend and, allegedly...
Jessica McBride, a journalism teacher and former reporter, is alleged to have had an affair with Milwaukee Police Chief Edward Flynn, who was the subject of a glowing profile she wrote.
The National Inquirer is alleging that Oscar-winning actor Morgan Freeman, 72, is having an affair with his 27-year-old step-granddaughter.
Jon and Kate have a big announcement to make on Monday's special one-hour episode of "Jon & Kate Plus 8." Some are speculating that the couple has decided to get a divorce.
Melissa "Missy" Giove, a former world champion downhill mountain biker, was arrested in New York on Tuesday on drug distribution charges.
President Obama has proven that he is enormously skillful at killing flies, and, not surprisingly, PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) is none too pleased about it.
The Shaker Heights yearbook cover has a hidden curse word in its artwork. Put more bluntly, it contains the F-word. The yearbook has since been pulled and an altered version will be distributed.
Cindy Hampton, a former campaign aide to Nevada Senator John Ensign, was also once his mistress, alleges multiple new outlets. Senator Ensign has admitted to having an extramarital affair, but has not identified his former mistress by name.
Photos of Jessica Biel and her impressive rear end are burning up the Internet today. Indeed, Jessica Biel has earned her place on the growing list of famous females known for having outstanding backsides.
The premiere of HBO's "Joe Buck Live" was hijacked by comedian Artie Lange. To be more precise, Artie Lange unleashed a fusillade of expletive-ridden jokes that, among other things, suggested that Joe Buck and Cowboys QB Tony Romo are homosexuals.
The interview that Al Roker conducted with reality TV stars Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt on the "Today" show Monday quickly became acrimonious. Since then, the Al Roker Speidi dust-up has escalated into the latest celebrity feud.
David Letterman apologized to Sarah Palin and her family on his show Monday night and Sarah Palin has accepted Letterman's apology. However, John Ziegler, who helped create firedavidletterman.com, says Letterman's apology is not enough.
A fire David Letterman rally will take place today at the Ed Sullivan theater, where "Late Night with David Letterman" is filmed. The rally is a direct response to two wildly controversial jokes David Letterman told about the Palin family.
The insanely gorgeous Megan Fox has decided not to sue the person responsible for leaking topless photos of her to the tabloids. And it's all because she wasn't really topless -- she had "booby stickers" on.
Tyler Weinman, a Miami-area teenager, was arrested Sunday and charged with the killing and mutilation of dozens of cats. Weinman, 18, is being charged with 19 counts of animal cruelty, 19 counts of improperly disposing of an animal's body and four...
The members of the Burger of the Month Club (BOTM) have an important mission: to find the best burgers in New York City. Every Monday for the last four years, they have sampled a burger at a different New York City restaurant.
Adam Lambert, the insanely talented American Idol runner-up, was interviewed on ABC's 20/20 Friday night. Adam Lambert openly discussed his gay sexual orientation but also allowed that he is "bi-curious."
Lucy Vodden, who as a young girl was the inspiration for the classic Beatles song "Lucy in the sky with Diamonds," is gravely ill with lupus, a chronic life-threatening disease where the immune system attacks its own tissues.
U.S. Rep. Patrick Kennedy has checked into a rehab facility. He has not disclosed the location or what he will be treated for, but Kennedy has made no secret of the fact that he has had a lifelong battle with drug addiction and mental illness
Chastity Bono, daughter of legendary singer-actress Cher and the late Sonny Bono, has decided to undergo a sex change operation and become a man. Her spokesman said that he has decided to "honor his true identity."
Actor Johnny Palermo was killed in a car accident in North Hollywood, California.
A Carrie Prejean Playboy pictorial will not become a reality -- at least not any time soon. In a phone interview with TMZ, the former Miss California says that she was offered $140,000 to pose semi-nude for Playboy.
An elderly man entered the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C. Wednesday and opened fire with a rifle. He killed a security guard before being shot. The assailant has been hospitalized in critical condition.
Michael Papajohn is one of the busiest actors in Hollywood these days. It is for this reason -- and the fact that he will be appearing alongside the insanely gorgeous Megan Fox in the upcoming "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" -- that Michael...
Adam Lambert haws come out. The hugely talented American Idol runner-up told Rolling Stone magazine that he is gay and proud of his sexual orientation.
Actor Jon Voight called President Obama a false prophet during a speech at the Republican Senate-House fund raising dinner Thursday.
The David Carradine death photo controversy continues to dominate the news. The publication of the David Carradine photo by Thai Rath, a Thai tabloid, has infuriated the Carradine family. But is it ever OK to show grisly death photos?
There are five things that People magazine would like us to know about Adam Lambert's friend Drake LaBry. Apparently, though, his sexual orientation is not one of them.
Thai Rath, a tabloid newspaper published in Thailand, has published grisly photos of David Carradine's nude body hanging from a clothes bar in a Bangkok hotel room closet. Understandably, the Carradine family is outraged.
A Thai newspaper has published a photograph of David Carradine hanging, and, understandably, members of the Carradine family are outraged. Attorney Mark Garagos is threatening to sue any publication the U.S. that publishes the photo.
Hookers for Jesus founder Annie Lobert, a former prostitute, married Christian rocker Oz Fox of the heavy metal band Stryper in the Church of South Las Vegas Friday night. Their wedding ceremony was broadcast live via the web.
David Carradine, the veteran actor who won the hearts and minds of many as the star of the 1970s TV series "Kung Fu," was found dead in a hotel room in Bangkok. Thai police believe that the actor committed suicide.
The much-ballyhooed Obama Cairo speech was delivered at Cairo University today, and, in doing so, President Obama attempted to build support among moderate Muslims on a wide spectrum of issues. Chief among them is the Israeili-Palestinian conflict...
Victoria's Secret beauty Miranda Kerr has posed nude on the cover of Rolling Stone Australia in order to raise awareness of various environmental causes. In particular, she wants to bring attention to the plight of the koalas.
Ortega Henderson, a 25-year-old up-and-coming rapper, died from gunshot wounds sustained in a shooting that took place on May 16.
According to Us magazine, Eddie Cibrian cut off his alleged affair with LeAnn Rimes a couple of months ago, but his wife Brandi Glanville claims that LeAnn Rimes has been unable to let go and has been stalking Eddie Cibrian.
There is no Princeton University gunman. Campus police say there was no gunman on the Princeton campus Wednesay, but four teen boys have been taken into custody for questioning in connection with a toy gun they found on campus.
Malaak Compton-Rock photos are captivating the web today but not for the usual reasons. She has not been caught frolicking on the beach in a bikini or kissing a man other than her husband (who is Chris Rock). So why are people interested in taking a...
The latest Air France crash update is, sadly, rather bleak, for according to investigators, most of the wreckage may be up to 14,000 feet below the surface of the Atlantic Ocean. Investigators say that it is unlikely that the black boxes will be...
Katie Couric indirectly referenced Brooks Perlin, her 35-year-old boyfriend, while giving the annual Class Day address at Princeton University. Katie Couric referred to herself as a cougar. And it's not because she looks like a jungle cat.
According to Entertainment Weekly and other media outlets, the Bruno Eminem stunt was staged. Ever since the hilarious stunt aired on the MTV Movie Awards Sunday night, there has been much speculation as to whether Eminem was in on the stunt.
A picture of Adam Lambert holding hands with his boyfriend was snapped as the couple exited the Guys and Dolls nightclub in West Hollywood. Has Adam Lambert outed himself? Is this a case of "Outing by paparazzi?"
Conan O'Brien debuted as host of "The Tonight Show" Monday night, becoming the fifth man to join the ranks of "Tonight Show" hosts; his predecessors include Jay Leno, Johnny Carson, Jack Parr and Steve Allen.
It seems as though every high-profile woman under the age of 50 eventually ends up on the Internet sporting a bikini. And now Kate Gosselin has joined the list.
Valerie Harper stars in "Looped," a play in which she takes on the role of aging actress Tallulah Bankhead, a woman whom the Arena Stage describes as the "original celebrity bad girl."
Reports of a Kim Kardashian engagement ring are making the rounds on the web. Naturally, this news prompts the following question: Are Kim Kardashian and Reggie Bush are about to get married? But perhaps a better question to ask is, Why do people care?
Arguably, the most hilarious moment of Sunday night's MTV Movie Awards was when Sacha Baron Cohen, in character as his flamboyantly gay alter ego Bruno, descended from the rafters on a wire wearing a thong and landed right on Eminem's face.
Dr. George Tiller, 67, a provider of controversial late-term abortions, was shot and killed inside the lobby of his Wichita, Kansas church.
Sentimental favorite Susan Boyle took second place in the hotly-anticipated finale of 'Britain's Got Talent." Indeed, Susan Boyle Loses "Britain's Got Talent" Finale is not the headline that many people expected to be reading today.
Arguably, the most hotly-anticipated event on television tonight is Susan Boyle's final performance on "Britain's Got Talent." Will her performance be on a par with her amazing rendition of "I Dreamed a Dream"?
Legendary music producer Phil Spector was sentenced Friday to 19 years to life in prison for the murder of actress Lana Clarkson.
Melissa Weber, a social studies teacher at a Queens middle school, has been charged with statutory rape of a 14-year-old male student. If convicted, she could serve up to seven years in prison.
Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has been under enormous pressure to explain his relationship with teenage model Noemi Letizia. Berlusconi vehemently denies that he is having an inappropriate relationship with Letizia and says he will resign if the...
According to Fox News, Susan Boyle unleashed a four-letter rant in a London hotel lobby yesterday. She was reportedly provoked by some strangers and, as a result, had something of a meltdown.
According to the New York Post, Esti Ginzburg, the stunning actress and 2009 Sports Illustrated swimsuit model, may be having a summertime fling with hunky "Gossip Girl" actor Chace Crawford.
According to Fox News, Bijou Phillips may have cheated on her fiancee Danny Masterson -- with a girl. The alleged act of infidelity happened Saturday night at the Ecco Ultra Lounge, a fashionable underground club in Hollywood.
According to Canadian journalist Sharlene Asam, oral sex is the new goodnight kiss in the minds of an increasing number of middle-class Canadian teenage and pre-teen girls. Asam explores this crisis in her new book and film, "Oral Sex is the New...
Sara Jane Moore, the woman who attempted to assassinate President Gerald Ford in 1975, was interviewed by the "Today" show's Matt Lauer Thursday; it was her first interview since being released on parole in 2007.
Estella Warren photos are heating up the web and that can be attributed to a couple of things: one, Estella Warren is beautiful, and, two, Estella Warren is slated to appear in one of the summer's new TV reality shows -- namely "The Superstars," which...
AT&T, one of American Idols biggest corporate sponsors, may have swayed the votes in favor of Kris Allen, reports The New York Times. More specifically, the Times is alleging that AT&T provided phones for text-messaging and lessons on how to power text...
As he has done for decades, actor-singer Jim Nabors sang "Back Home Again in Indiana" at the Indy 500. And, as a result, Jim Nabors is now a popular search topic on Google. People too young to remember Jim Nabors from his heyday are eager to learn...
To many, Danica Patrick is a winner regardless of her record as a race car driver. Indeed, when it comes to having a toned, smoking hot body, Danica Patrick is at the top of her game.
Former American Idol runner-up Clay Aiken had some unkind things to say about Adam Lambert on his blog. He also had some controversial things to say about American Idol.
The Melyssa Ford butt video conjures a wide range of emotions, thoughts and feelings. Would you believe me, though, if I told you that the ultra-steamy Melyssa Ford butt video made me want to learn more about the woman in front of the butt?
Mary Kay LeTourneau, the teacher who served over seven years in prison for raping one of her sixth-grade students, will be hosting "Hot for Teacher" night Saturday at a Seattle bar.
One of the top highlights of the American Idol grand finale show was when Kara DioGuardi showed off her impressive body. It should not come as a surprise then, that the Kara DioGuardi bikini video is attracting a lot of viewers.
Eric Naposki, a former professional football player, and his ex-girlfriend Nanette McNeal, have been charged with the 1994 murder of Bill McLaughlin, a wealthy businessman who at the time was Nanette McNeal's boyfriend.
Jessica Hahn hit on Larry King? According to Larry King, Jessica Hahn made a huge pass at him and King told CNN's Anderson Cooper all about it. Larry King also talked about a steamy encounter he once had with Katie Couric.
Former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick was released from the federal penitentiary in Leavenworth, Kansas today and will complete the remainder of his 23-month sentence at his home in Virginia.
It is an outrage that both Adam Lambert and Kris Allen were forced to sing "No Boundaries" as their grand finale song. It is arguably the most hideous song ever written.
The tanking economy has forced many restaurants and food companies to offer deep discounts and freebies and now Kraft Oscar Mayer -- with its offer of Oscar Mayer Jumbo Beef Franks coupons -- has jumped on the bandwagon.
Ryan Church and the New York Mets were, to say the least, error-prone during last night's loss against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Mets committed a total of five errors, with two coming in the 11th inning.
Aubrey Louis Berry has been arrested in the fatal shooting of Atlanta-based rapper Dolla. Dolla was shot in the head while standing in the valet area of the Beverly Center, a high-end shopping mall in Los Angeles.
John Wall, the top high school point guard in the country, has chosen to play for Kentucky next season. The 6-foot-4 basketball phenom from North Carolina's Word of God Christian Academy had considered playing for Miami, Duke and Florida.
Mary-Louise Parker is upset over a nude scene that appeared in a recent episode of "Weeds." She feels that she did not need to be naked in what is now widely known as the Mary-Louise Parker bathtub scene.
Soccer player Ethan Zohn, who won "Survivor: Africa" in 2001 by outwitting and outlasting his tough opponents, is once again facing a battle with a formidable foe. Ethan Zohn has been diagnosed with cancer.
Elizabeth Adeney is pregnant at the ripe old age of 66. And though her extremely-late-in-life pregnancy has prompted controversy, she is vigorously defending her right to have a child.
ESPN has announced that Tony Kornheiser will be leaving "Monday Night Football" and that his replacement is Jon Gruden, former head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Oakland Raiders.
Linebacker James Harrison of the Pittsburgh Steelers will not join his teammates when the Super Bowl champions visit the White House on Thursday. He describes the event as "no big deal" and will not, therefore grace President Obama with his presence.
The last thing Farrah Fawcett should have to worry about at this juncture in her battle with cancer is whether "Farah's Story," the documentary that aired Friday, would stir controversy -- but it has. But the special also touched the hearts of many.
The Biltmore Estate was featured on "CBS Sunday Morning's" annual Design Show. In addition, the weekly newsmagazine shined a deserving spotlight on some Asheville, North Carolina's most vibrant and active retirees.
The running of the Preakness Stakes, held at the Pimlico race course in Baltimore, Maryland, is the second race of horse racing's much-coveted Triple Crown. For many, the favorite to win Preakness Stakes 2009 is Mine That Bird; but many others are...
The trailer for former teen sensation Deborah Gibson's "Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus" straight-to-DVD movie has become the latest Internet sensation. Since its debut on MTV.com earlier in the week, it has been viewed hundreds of thousands of times.
A Sickles High School yearbook photo that allegedly exposes a 16-year-old female student's private parts has caused the girl so much embarrassment that she refuses to go to school for the remainder or the year.
The flamboyant Adam Lambert and the wholesome Kris Allen face off in next week's hotly-anticipated American Idol finale. And the differences between the two singers could not be more stark. Do we have a culture war on our hands?
Katy Perry on American Idol has got to be one of the more colorful -- and controversial -- guest performances in Idol history. As a result, the Katy Perry on American Idol video clip has the Internet buzzing with ferocity.
The American Idol top 3 results show Season 8 has left me reeling with mixed emotions. My boy Danny Gokey was sent home, and I'm saddened, but, at the same time, I'm happy for Kris Allen, whose sincerity and artistry has clearly won the...
Former NBA player Corie Blount has been sentenced on marijuana charges. According to the Associated Press, Blount could go to prison for up to 10 years.
Olivia Wilde tops Maxim magazine's annual Hot 100 list of the hottest babes on the planet. The remaining top 10 (2-10)includes Megan Fox, Bar Refaeli, Malin Akerman, Mila Kunis, Eliza Dushku, Adriana Lima, Rihanna and Jennifer Love Hewitt.
It has been nearly 30 years since Etan Patz went missing. His case helped spawn the missing child movement in the 80s, but, sadly, Etan Patz is still missing.
Adam Lambert is already a global sensation. Whether he wins Idol or not, he's got a singing career in the bag. He'll probably make it to the AI finale, but maybe not. Could an Adam Lambert backlash be afoot?
According to People.com, Kate Gosselin, the mother of the twins and sextuplets whose lives are chronicled on the television reality show "Jon & Kate Plus Eight," is appalled over rumors that she and bodyguard Steve Neild are having an affair.
One could not be faulted for thinking that Carrie Prejean might be slightly more peeved at TMZ than she is at Perez Hilton, for the Carrie Prejean TMZ underwear photos do not leave much to the imagination. But Carrie Prejean need not worry because...
Mark Landon, son of the late actor Michael Landon, has died. The cause of death has not yet been determined, but the police say that there is no evidence of foul play.
Platinum blond mob princess Victoria Gotti has become another victim of the tanking economy. Her opulent Long Island estate is being foreclosed on by JP Morgan Chase. She reportedly owes $630,000 in mortgage payments.
According to the Associated Press, Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslett, stars of the hit movie "Titanic," have agreed to help pay the nursing home costs of Millvina Dean, 98, the last survivor of the ill-fated ship.
According to Fox News, topless photos of Alysha Castonguay, Miss Rhode Island 2009, have been given a pass by pageant officials while racy photos of Miss California Carrie Prejean may cost the controversial beauty queen her crown.
American Idol Top 3 finalist Danny Gokey has attracted a huge following. What is it about this 29-year-old bespectacled church music director that so many people like?
Longtime Howard Stern show producer Gary Dell'Abate threw out the ceremonial first pitch Saturday at the Mets game and now the wildly thrown ball has become an Internet sensation.
Every year, the U.S. Social Security Administration publishes a list of the most popular baby names. This year's list reveals that for the 10th year in a row, Jacob is the most popular name for baby boys.
American Idol front-runner Adam Lambert has landed on the cover of Entertainment Weekly and the accompanying article explores an issue that refuses to go away: Is Adam Lambert gay? Is America ready for an openly-gay American Idol?
Manny Ramirez, the star slugger for the Los Angeles Dodgers, tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs and was thus suspended by MLB for 50 games.
The American Idol Top 4 results show on Wednesday night was particularly entertaining and suspenseful. But for Allison Iraheta fans, the night ultimately turned out to be a huge disappointment.
High levels of bad cholesterol in your blood causes a build-up of plaque in the walls of your arteries. Good cholesterol protects against heart disease by mopping up bad cholesterol from your arteries and transporting it to your liver.
American Idol front-runner Adam Lambert soared to new heights Tuesday night with his virtuoso performance of Led Zeppelin's "Whole Lotta Love." Indeed, Adam Lambert's "Whole Lotta Love" had a whole lotta magic.
One can assume that the head honchos at Kentucky Fried Chicken were delighted when Oprah Winfrey agreed to promote KFC grilled chicken coupons to the public -- for it seems that everything Oprah endorses turns to gold.
Melissa Rycroft is the latest female "Dancing With The Stars" contestant to have a wardrobe malfunction.
A revealing photo of Miss California Carrie Prejean has gone viral on the Internet. The photo shows Prejean posing in nothing more than a pair of pink panties, but, it is only a semi-nude photo as Prejean's arms are strategically covering her breasts.
Icaria, a tiny Greek island in the North Aegean Sea, is now recognized as one of the world's blue zones -- which is defined as a location whose inhabitants have an unusually long life span.
There are two top 4 American Idol contestants who should reign supreme on Rock Week -- namely Allison Iraheta, who is often referred to as the "rock chick," and Adam Lambert, whose vocal style has been compared to Axl Rose.
Nikki Catsouras was killed in a car crash in 2006. Photos of her accident -- including one showing her partially decapitated head -- were leaked onto the Internet.
Kelly McGillis, the actress best known for starring opposite Tom Cruise in the 80s blockbuster "Top Gun," has confirmed rumors that she is a lesbian.
Danny Gokey, the man with the most soulful voice on season 8 of American Idol, turned in the best performance of Rat Pack Standards night with his masterful rendition of "Come Rain or Come Shine."
Some of the most beautiful songs ever written come out of the so-called Rat Pack era -- when Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. ruled the roost. And that's precisely why I was so looking forward to Rat Pack Standards night on American Idol.
In a move that brings Democrats closer to having the 60 votes needed to protect against the dreaded filibuster, longtime Pennsylvania Senator Arlen Specter has announced that he is switching parties and becoming a Democrat.
Alleged Craiglist killer Philip Markoff is carrying a debt of over $130,000 in student loans, and, as a result, cannot afford an attorney. Court papers reveal that the committee for Public Counsel Services has provided Markoff with an attorney
Rumors have been circulating for years that "Matrix" co-director and producer Larry Wachowski is in the process of transitioning from a man to a woman. Is there any truth to these rumors? Is Larry Wachowski now Lana Wachowski?
A former State University of New York at Albany student has set up a Facebook page in support of the alleged Craigslist killer Philip Markoff. The page is called "Philip Markoff is Innocent Until Proven Guilty."
President Obama's decision to release Bush-era documents greenlighting the use of harsh interrogation methods on top Al Qaeda prisoners has unleashed a partisan uproar. Should those who provided the legal justification for these methods be prosecuted?
U.S. health officials say that an unprecedented multi-strain form of swine flu has sickened seven people in the United States and killed at least sixty people in Mexico.
When Miss California Carrie Prejean gave an honest answer to Perez Hilton's question about same-sex marriage at the Miss USA pageant on Sunday, controversy ensued. Who has won the battle between the beauty and the blogger?
Tabloid websites are known to publish embarrassing pictures of celebrities. But perhaps the Mother of all embarrassing celebrity pictures is one that was posted on TheDirty.com featuring Gretchen Rossi sitting on a toilet seat.
On last week's elimination show, the American Idol judges used their one and only "save" on Kalamazoo native Matt Giraud. Thus, two contestants instead of one were eliminated on Wednesday night's results show.
It may be troubling for some to learn that an icon of the ecological movement and a possible co-founder of Earth Day is a convicted murderer. His name is Ira Einhorn, a.k.a. "The Unicorn Killer."
The dreaded disco night on American Idol did indeed turn out to be dreadful for some contestants but certainly not all. Lil Rounds did not have disco fever, but Kris Allen and Adam Lambert burned up the stage.
Four members of the Parente family of Long Island, New York have been found dead in a hotel room at the Sheraton Baltimore North Hotel in Towson, a suburb near Baltimore. Police are investigating the case as a murder-suicide.
Police have arrested Phillip Markoff, a Boston University medical student, on suspicion of being the Craigslist killer. He is accused of killing masseuse Julissa Brisman and of robbing and assaulting at least two other women.
Teen heartthrob Zac Efron has been richly blessed. He's a nice guy. He's an Adonis. And, according to industry estimates, his new movie "17 Again" took the box office crown over the weekend with a whopping $24 million in ticket sales.
The Great Recession has caused millions of people to know what it's like to experience scarcity. Consequently, a lot of people are turning to articles on frugality for advice. But have you considered riding out the economic storm using spiritual methods?
Playboy magazine has named the University of Miami as the top party school in the country. The student body is no doubt delighted. Parents and school administrators might feel differently, however.
Web sensation Susan Boyle's initial reception by the judges and audience members of "Britain's Got Talent" was, to say the least, frosty. But then she opened her mouth and began to sing.
Reaction to first puppy Bo, a purebred Portuguese water dog, has been mixed. While the Obama girls are understandably delighted with the little fellow, some feel that by taking in Bo as opposed to a rescue dog, President Obama has broken a promise.
American Idol history was made tonight when the judges used their one and only "save" of the reason to resurrect the hopes of Matt Giraud, the soulful wild card contestant who found himself in the bottom three for the second time.
When I heard that the inimitable Quentin Tarantino was going to be mentoring the top 7 American Idol contestants on Music From The Movies night, I knew it was going to be a special evening.
Adam Lambert's scintillating rendition of "Born To Be Wild" on Music From The Movies night on American Idol showed in no uncertain terms that he is one of the most dynamic performers to ever have appeared on the show.
Legendary porn star Marilyn Chambers, who once modeled for Ivory Snow detergent, was found dead Sunday in her home in northern Los Angeles County by her teenage daughter.
Legendary Philadelphia Phillies broadcaster Harry Kalas died Monday at the age of 73. He collapsed in the press box at Nationals Park just prior to the Phillies game against the Washington Nationals.
Could American Idol front-runner Adam Lambert become a music legend on a par with Elvis Presley? No doubt Adam Lambert's legions of ridiculously-devoted fans think so, but could it really happen? Will there ever be another Elvis?
After twenty-eight years of marriage, Robyn Gibson is allegedly seeking a divorce from Mel Gibson. According to TMZ, Robyn Gibson signed the divorce papers on Thursday, and cites "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for the break-up.
According to the Daily News, R&B singer Chris Brown has gotten back together with a former girlfriend -- and she's not Rihanna. Chris Brown has allegedly rekindled his romance with former girlfriend Erica Jackson.
The last time LeAnn Rimes was in the news it was over an alleged affair she having with Eddie Cibrian. Today LeAnn Rimes is in the news for reasons that are far more pleasant. She visited the TODAY show to talk about her new book, "What I Cannot Change."
All the speculation regarding what breed the Obama's would pick as the "First Dog" can finally come to an end. The Obama girls have named the lucky little fellow Bo, a six-month-old Portuguese water dog.
Sunday-school teacher Melissa Huckaby has been arrested for the murder of Sandra Cantu after the 8-year-old girl's body was found in a suitcase that had been submerged in a pond. The suitcase reportedly belongs to Melissa Huckaby.
According to the Daily Mail, British actress Claire Sweeney was hit on by then-President Bill Clinton at a costume party in Russia. Allegedly, President Clinton (who was dressed as an admiral)made a sexually suggestive comment to Sweeney.
The Internet is abuzz with speculation that actor Michael Douglas may have had a facelift. The alleged Michael Douglas facelift photos show a bandage under his left ear. Did the 64-year-old actor go under the knife?
The Boston Phoenix has named American Idol front runner Adam Lambert number six on its annual list of the 100 Unsexiest Men. Yes, Adam Lambert has his detractors. Quite a few of them, in fact.
Angels pitcher Nick Adenhart was killed in a car wreck in Fullerton, California on Thursday morning. Allegedly, a drunk driver ran a red light and struck the silver Mitsubishi that Nick Adenhart had been sitting in as a passenger.
Tonight was Songs From The Year You Were Born night on season 8 of American Idol and there were a number of good performances. But Allison Iraheta's spectacular rendition of "I Can't Make You Love Me" was far and away the best.
You know you've turned in a strong performance when you get a standing ovation from hyper-critical Simon Cowell. And that's exactly what happened last night after Adam Lambert's unforgettable version of "Mad World" by Tears for Fears.
On Friday, a Malawian judge blocked Madonna from adopting a second child, three-year-old orphan Mercy. The judge was unwilling to waive the 18-month residency requirement that prospective parents must satisfy in order to adopt a child in Malawi.
Family-related issues continue to haunt Sarah Palin. This time the source of angst is Bristol Palin's former fiance Levi Johnston, the father of her infant son Tripp. Levi Johnston talked about his sex life with Bristol on the "Tyra Banks Show."
On the "Today" show this morning, disgraced former New York Governor Eliot Spitzer reluctantly spoke about the prostitution scandal that ended his political career.
Alex Da Silva, who is a choreographer on the Fox television show "So You Think You Can Dance," was arrested Saturday on suspicion of sexual assault.
In case you may not know, Jennifer Love Hewitt and comedian Jamie Kennedy are an item. Jamie Kennedy was recently hospitalized with kidney stones, but Jennifer Love Hewitt helped nurse him back to health with a little tender loving care.
A gunman killed three police officers and wounded three others responding to a domestic dispute call this morning in the Stanton Heights neighborhood of Pittsburgh. The alleged gunman has been identified as Richard Poplawski.
Matthew Eaton and his wife, Laura Eaton, admitted on the Dr. Phil show last year that he and his wife are professional shoplifters. And now it appears it may be time for the Eaton's to pay the piper. Federal agents raided their house last week.
Next week's performance-night theme on American Idol is Songs From The Year You Were Born. That means that front runner Adam Lambert will have to pick a song from 1982, a year that produced a number of great songs. What will he sing?
Within the next 20 days or so, gay marriage will become legal in the state of Iowa. The Iowa Supreme Court unanimously decided that a 1998 law banning gay marriage is unconstitutional.
Former American Idol contestant Megan Joy told Ellen DeGeneres that she doesn't regret dissing Simon Cowell on Wednesday's results show. "I really had no idea that it was going to upset him, but I meant it and I wouldn't take it back", said Megan Joy.
American Idol voters booted Megan Joy from the competition, but it was her caustic remark to Simon that ultimately sealed her fate. Indeed, it was Megan Joy's "I don't care" snap that killed her chances of being "saved" by the judges.
CBS has decided to pull the plug on its long-running soap opera, The Guiding Light. The last episode will air on September 18.
If you live in or are visiting Ohio and are looking to chew or smoke some Salvia divinorum, you're out of luck. As of April 1, anyone caught using, buying or selling the psychedelic herb will be charged with a felony.
Contestants on the March 31 American Idol Top 9 performance show were able to perform any song they wanted -- as long as its a popular download on iTunes. Danny Gokey, Adam Lambert and Kris Allen were all standouts.
In an effort to market and monetize scantily-clad beauties, Maxim.com launched its Hometown Hotties contest a few years back. One of 2009's Hometown Hotties contestants is Amanda Alexis Lee, and her photos are currently setting the web on fire.
The delightful Cloris Leachman has a memoir coming out on April 7. It includes a number of revealing anecdotes about her experiences with various stars -- including a steamy encounter with Gene Hackman.
According to The Smoking Gun, ShamWow pitchman Vince Shlommi was arrested last month in Miami on a felony battery charge stemming from a heated run-in with a hooker.
Words cannot begin to describe how horrific it must have been for the police officers who walked in on Kerby Revelus as he severed the head of his 5-year-old sister with a kitchen knife. Such an act is almost too painful to contemplate.
Patti Davis and her mother, Nancy Reagan, were interviewed on "CBS Sunday Morning" this morning. Happily, the two have reconciled. But the interview may also have something to do with the resurfacing of the Patti Davis Playboy pictures.
Actor Willie Aames has fallen on hard times. According to People, He filed for bankruptcy last year and his house is in foreclosure. On Thursday, Willie Aames had a yard sale to raise some quick cash.
Good ole' boy oil rigger Michael Sarver was sent packing on the American Idol results show last night. It wasn't a great surprise. But what was Matt Giraud doing in the bottom three?
President Obama held the first-ever online town hall meeting at the White House today. Questions were submitted via WhiteHouse.gov, and some of them were answered by President Obama during his live web cast.
Adam Lambert broke away from the pack on last night's Motown-themed American Idol performance show. His rendition of Smokey Robinson's "Tracks of My Tears" was original, sensitive, intimate, innovative, vulnerable and utterly unforgettable.
Complex.com published a non-Photoshopped picture of Kim Kardashian in all her cellulite glory -- and then quickly replaced it with a Photoshopped version. "So what, I have a little cellulite," says Kim. "What curvy girl doesn't."
The alleged Dancing with the Stars Stalker is in police custody. Robert Michael O'Ryan was arrested yesterday after he hopped the fence at CBS studios in an attempt to see Shawn Johnson. The police found two loaded guns and duct tape in his car.
Actress Aasha Davis's sister, Lesley Harris, has gone missing. Though police say that Lyle Herring, Lesley Harris's husband, is being uncooperative, he is not considered a suspect in his wife's disappearance.
Jake DeSantis, a now-former exectutive vice president of AIG's infamous financial products division unit, wrote a public letter of resignation to Ed Liddy, the chief executive of AIG. It was published as an op-ed piece in The New York Times.
According to the New York Post, Bruce Willis met his new wife Emma Heming while casting "Perfect Stranger." But he also met Tamara Feldman at the same time. Reportedly, he began dating the two beauties at the same time.
A lot of 40-something celebrities are showing lots of skin lately. And now Valerie Bertinelli has joined the crowd. With great pride, Valerie Bertinelli shows off her newly-svelte bikini-clad body on the cover of People magazine.
President Barack Obama has penned an op ed piece that calls upon the nations of the world to join together in jump-starting the ravaged global economy -- and preventing such a crisis from ever happening again.
During his interview on 60 Minutes, President Obama was accused by Steve Kroft of being too lighthearted with respect to the nation's economic woes. In fact, Steve Kroft suggested that the president was punch-drunk.
It would be an understatement to say that the life of poet Sylvia Plath was tragic. In 1963, After years of suffering from depression, she committed suicide. Her son Nicholas Hughes also lost his battle with depression. On March 16, he hanged himself.
Kristin Davis, the former madam of the call-girls outfit that former New York Governor patronized, claims that she dated Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez -- and provided him with hookers.
Would AIG have been sued if the $165 million in retention bonuses had been canceled? Would the greedy executives try to get back their ill-gotten gains? Do chickens have beaks?
March Madness has much more to offer than just great basketball. And nothing makes that more abundantly clear than the hard-working UCLA basketball cheerleaders.
Most Idol fans beleive that Adam Lambert is probably gay. The existence of the Adam Lambert gay make-out photos lend credence to this widely-held belief. Does Adam Lambert's sexual orientation make a difference to young female fans?
He played in the NFL as a QB for five seasons. He was also a fugitive from justice. But now William Jeff Komlo is dead. Authorities in Pennsylvania say that William Jeff Komlo has died in a car crash in Greece.
At one time, Ken Karpmen lived very high on the hog. As an institutional equity sales trader he pulled in a respectable $750,000 a year. He was doing so well that he decided to start his own business. And then everything started to unravel.
President Barack Obama made history last night by being the first sitting president to ever appear on "The Tonight Show." The president was relaxed, charming and witty. But was it a good idea for him to appear on the show?
An autopsy has shown that actress Natasha Richardson died of a head injury which she sustained after falling down on a ski slope during a ski lesson at the Mont Tremblant resort near Montreal.
It came as something of a shock to me that Alexis Grace was eliminated on the American Idol results show last night. Spunky deliciously-dirty Alexis Grace is gone? Say it isn't so!
Prison officials have released a current photo of Charles Manson, and, to be sure, the mass murderer is looking a bit long in the tooth. The photo was taken at Corcoran State Prison where Manson is serving a life sentence.
Swedish countess Marie Douglas-David claims that she needs more than the $53,000 a week her estranged husband has agreed to pay her.
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