Wednesday, January 2, 2013

Stanford Wears Out Wisconsin on Ground

PASADENA, Calif. -- Shayne Skov and Zach Ertz believe every game in Stanford's improbable football renaissance led the Cardinal to midfield at the Rose Bowl. That's where Usua Amanam made the interception that

PASADENA, Calif. -- Shayne Skov and Zach Ertz believe every game in Stanford's improbable football renaissance led the Cardinal to midfield at the Rose Bowl. That's where Usua Amanam made the interception that

PASADENA, Calif. -- Shayne Skov and Zach Ertz believe every game in Stanford's improbable football renaissance led the Cardinal to midfield at the Rose Bowl. That's where Usua Amanam made the interception that

On one Rose Bowl Parade float, 72 people were honored for donating their organs. Two Washington men were among the group that was celebrated in Pasadena, California on New Year's Day. Tony Radulescu, a Washington State Trooper who was killed in

The 99th Granddaddy Of Them All is finally here. And the Badgers are back.

House staves off fiscal cliff, but more money squabbles lie ahead

Under none of them can the deal to avert the “fiscal cliff” be considered an economic success. The deal will not inject more consumer spending power into the economy this year compared with last year — in Keynesian terms, it does the opposite. It won

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate has passed legislation to block the impact of across-the-board tax increases and spending cuts that make up the fiscal cliff. The vote was an overwhelming 89-8 and came well after midnight

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate has passed legislation to block the impact of across-the-board tax increases and spending cuts that make up the fiscal cliff. The vote was an overwhelming 89-8 and came well after midnight

WASHINGTON -- A sharply divided House Republican leadership struggled to reach agreement on a measure to avoid part of the so-called “fiscal cliff,” as key members said they could not support the compromise approved early Tuesday by the Senate.

Washington (CNN) -- After exhaustive negotiations that strained the country's patience, the House approved a Senate bill to thwart a dreaded fiscal cliff. The 257-167 vote largely fell along partisan lines: 172 Democrats voted yes and 16 Democrats

Kathy Griffin kisses Anderson Cooper's crotch

During an unpredictable segment aired on New Year's Eve, CNN host Anderson Cooper was told by comedian and co-host Kathy Griffin, “I'm going to tickle your sack,” just seconds before she reached for his groin in jest.

Comedian Kathy Griffin is known for spawning both hilarity and controversy. During CNN's live New Year's Eve show, there was no shortage of the latter. In a move that some have called "vulgar," Griffin made sexual jokes

“As always, I await New Year's Eve with Kathy Griffin with grave reservations and tremendous fear, and I want to apologize in advance to anyone she may offend/assault/attempt to kiss,” he tweeted before going on air on Dec. 31. Kathy responded acting

“As always, I await New Year's Eve with Kathy Griffin with grave reservations and tremendous fear, and I want to apologize in advance to anyone she may offend/assault/attempt to kiss,” he tweeted before going on air on Dec. 31. Kathy responded acting

You can count on Kathy Griffin to push the envelope when she co-hosts CNN's New Year's Eve show from Times Square. And last night was no exception. This year's special moment had to do with Cooper's "sack." A few minutes into the broadcast, Cooper

'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve' on ABC Wins Ratings Race On New Year's ...

It's dick clark's rockin' eve with ryan seacrest. Good to be here again. We've signed of set up shop here. What do See More. at nick watt. We're less than 12 hours away from the big celebration in times square. It's dick clark's rockin' eve with

New York City's countdown was the first in decades without television host Dick Clark, who died in April. One of the crystal panels on the ball was engraved with his name. Yvonne Gomez, a 53-year-old physician from Grand Forks, N.D., beamed with

(Fred Bronson is a long-time Billboard contributor who has written for Dick Clark Productions for an even longer time. He writes for the American Music Awards, an annual Academy of Country Music special and tonight's "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin

to the stage at Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin Eve last night (Dec. 31). The dubstep-injected track, off her record-breaking Red album, blasts boisterous production and a infectious chorus, only solidifying Swift's status as the biggest musician in the

Psy & MC Hammer: 'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest' Duo!

Concert review: Pitbull throws a hip-shaking New Year's Eve Eve party at WinStar

The Cuban rapper Pitbull was responsible for this hip-swaying, salsa-dancing takeover; he sold out the 2,000+ capacity ballroom for a pre-New Year's Eve party that was worth the hour-long drive. In a black suit complete with his signature shades

Yes, Michael Vick has accepted all the punishment he had coming after he was caught financing a heinous dogfighting ring. But that doesn't mean that pit bulls aren't allowed to treat his dolls any way they want. Either way, plenty of Eagles fans may

Since FETCH has so many pit mix adults and puppies right now, and also, we are frequently asked "Well is it a pure pit?" I thought I would post this informative page, taken from PAWS's Save A Bull Initiative site.very, very

Cuban DJ, rapper, songwriter, producer and actor Pitbull clearly loves Las Vegas. His first of two shows in his Planet Pit World Tour stop at the Pearl in the Palms on Friday night (the second one is tonight) was at least his fifth

Commerce City, CO — The police officer who shot a pit bull mix five times has been charged with animal cruelty, a class six felony under Colorado law. The incident started when Chloe, the pit bull-lab mix who was being watched by a dogsitter for the

Gangnam beats Auld Lang Syne

The song that millions of people sing on New Years Eve is a Scots poem written by Robert Burns in 1788 and set to the tune of a traditional folk song. However, Burns never claimed that he was the original author. Instead, he

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PSY'S mega-hit topped the chart of UK's most sung tune as revellers saw in 2013.

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Gangnam beats Auld Lang Syne

PSY'S mega-hit topped the chart of UK's most sung tune as revellers saw in 2013.

Traditionally, this is a day when friends and family gather together, eat too much food, possibly celebrate with too many spirits and ring in the New Year at midnight while singing the familiar song, “Auld Lang Syne.” Even though the lyrics of this

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Traffic sucks, so why not start your morning off with some music? You provide the toast and we'll provide the jams.

Traditionally, this is a day when friends and family gather together, eat too much food, possibly celebrate with too many spirits and ring in the New Year at midnight while singing the familiar song, “Auld Lang Syne.” Even though the lyrics of this

Hannah Storm Hosts Rose Parade Show: ESPN Anchor Returns, Talks Propane ...

When Hannah Storm makes her first television appearance in three weeks on Tuesday, things will be a bit different for her. The popular ESPN anchor suffered second- and first-degree burns to her chest, hands, face and neck in a propane gas grill

With a wave of her bandaged left hand, and boosted by well wishes from Dr. Phil, Chris Evert and even a young woman she once babysat, Hannah Storm returned to a most comfortable setting – talking in front of a TV camera. The ESPN anchor hosted the

ESPN anchor Hannah Storm returned to the airwaves New Year's Day, three weeks after she was seriously burned in a gas grill accident at her home. Storm's first appearance will be to host ABC's telecast of the 2013 Rose

(Getty Images)Just three weeks after a gas grill accident that burned off much of her hair and left her with second-degree burns, ESPN anchor Hannah Storm will return to the air on New Year's Day to host the 2013 Rose Parade. Storm was preparing dinner

An accident that left ESPN's Hannah Storm without eyebrows, eyelashes and only half her hair has just come to light. The Associated Press (h/t SportsGrid) reports the 50-year-old SportsCenter anchor was home three weeks ago when a propane gas tank

Clowney's monster hit sparks Gamecocks' Outback Bowl win

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Although he broke loose for a 15-yard run and rang up 100 yards on 23 carries, Robinson couldn't single-handily vault the 18th-ranked Wolverines past the 10th-ranked South Carolina Gamecocks in the 2013 Outback Bowl. Maybe it was the caliber of

It's Denard Robinson's final game as a Michigan Wolverine. Can his defense avoid letting South Carolina off the hook on passing downs? Can his offense (whether he is at quarterback or not) avoid disaster?

After Michigan's Floyd Simmons gained not-quite-four yards on a fourth-and-four play in the fourth quarter of the Outback Bowl, South Carolina coach Steve Spurrier watched as referee Jeff Maconaghy awarded a first down in spite of the fact that the

61 killed in New Year's stampede in Ivory Coast

The new year came with all the fanfare that North Koreans have come to expect — but in a rare speech, the country's young leader had a dramatically different message from what he had said before. “This year the entire Korean nation should turn out in

The suspect is expected to be charged with manslaughter. Police said Ashton was among many locals and foreigners reveling at a New Year's beach party on Koh Pa Ngan when a brawl started between two groups of young Thais with guns. Follow @abc

The suspect is expected to be charged with manslaughter. Police said Ashton was among many locals and foreigners reveling at a New Year's beach party on Koh Pa Ngan when a brawl started between two groups of young Thais with guns. Follow @abc

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If you haven't set your New Year's resolutions yet, don't look to these 20 people for inspiration. Unless you also want to make weed brownies in an Easy Bake Oven.

Happy New Year!

New Year's Eve is a time for reflection about the year that passed and a time to set goals for the future. Should we keep doing what are we doing, or should we tackle new challenges? If you're seven, or twelve, or twenty, it's easy to think about new

If there is a day when you really need a wake-up call, it's going to be after New Year's Eve. You can thank me later RAVENS: According to the Ravens, "a number of teams" have contacted Baltimore seeking permission to interview assistant general

Images from around the country and around the world as revelers ring in the new year. Happy 2013! Close. Confetti is dropped on revelers at midnight during New Year celebrations in Times Square in New. 1 of 35. Confetti is dropped on revelers at

The idea of promising something at the start of a new year goes back along religious lines through knights, Romans and Babylonians. Back then it was a vow to a leader or a prayer to the gods to look after them, rather than a promise to yourself to make

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Gangnam beats Auld Lang Syne

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Traditionally, this is a day when friends and family gather together, eat too much food, possibly celebrate with too many spirits and ring in the New Year at midnight while singing the familiar song, “Auld Lang Syne.” Even though the lyrics of this

A more modern variation on the tradition is to mumble through the forgotten words. But if you'd like to step back in time as you move into 2013 and honor a centuries-old song, here are the full lyrics, translated into English, of the "Auld Lang Syne

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Taylor Swift, PSY, And Carly Rae Help Mayor Bloomberg Rock In 2013 In NYC!

A million or more revelers rang in 2013 under a blizzard of colorful confetti amid wishes for a less violent, turbulent New Year as the shimmering crystal ball dropped in Times Square — and the curtain dropped on 2012. The teeming throng greeted 2013

With his ubiquitous single Gangnam Style finally starting to slip on the charts -- the track, which peaked at No. 2 on the Hot 100, has dropped to No. 19 on the tally -- PSY has announced

Korean pop star, Psy, reportedly bought a condo in Los Angeles for $1.249 million. After the singer's song, "Gangnam Style," went viral on YouTube, he signed a record deal in September with Scooter Braun, Justin Bieber's manager. Now he is setting down

Karaoke fans rejected the traditional sentiments of Auld Lang Syne this new year and saw in 2013 Gangnam Style, according to a new poll. The K-Pop rapper Psy's worldwide hit single topped a chart to find the most sung song in the UK on New Year's Eve.

The K-Pop phenom, who is scheduled to perform on "New Year's Rockin' Eve" in Times Square, will not only celebrate a tremendous 2012, but also his 35th birthday.

Taylor Swift, Harry Styles smooch on New Year's

Taylor Swift just may be the biggest thing in music right now, as her October-released 'Red' continues its reign atop the charts, selling several million copies and earning her a Grammy nomination for Record of the Year with its first single, 'We Are

Taylor Swift, PSY, and Carly Rae Jepsen lead an all star cast for New Year's Rockin Eve.

Taylor Swift and Harry Style's New Year's kiss sends Directioners and Twitter into a frenzy!

The duo embraced as the ball dropped in New York City's Times Square Monday.

Taylor Swift and Harry Style's New Year's kiss sends Directioners and Twitter into a frenzy!

61 killed in New Year's stampede in Ivory Coast

The new year came with all the fanfare that North Koreans have come to expect — but in a rare speech, the country's young leader had a dramatically different message from what he had said before. “This year the entire Korean nation should turn out in

A new iPhone 5 ad has just shown up on YouTube. "Dream," oddly enough, highlights the one feature of the iPhone 5 that wasn't working properly this.

If you haven't set your New Year's resolutions yet, don't look to these 20 people for inspiration. Unless you also want to make weed brownies in an Easy Bake Oven.

THE D.C. COUNCIL just completed one of the most disappointing sessions on record, memorable more for the misconduct of its members than for any of its (lackluster) accomplishments. So we hope the start of 2013 — with the addition of a promising at

ABC took another New Year's Eve ratings crown Monday night, besting all nets in adults 18-49 (3.1 rating) and total viewers (10.7 million).

61 killed in New Year's stampede in Ivory Coast

If you haven't set your New Year's resolutions yet, don't look to these 20 people for inspiration. Unless you also want to make weed brownies in an Easy Bake Oven.

Now that we know Kim Kardashian is pregnant, what aggressively trendy outfits is she going to wear to shroud that baby bump? Sheer dresses, of course.

Now that we know Kim Kardashian is pregnant, what aggressively trendy outfits is she going to wear to shroud that baby bump? Sheer dresses, of course.

Does one of your New Year's resolutions involve finally committing to that wacky startup idea that you've been thinking about for months or years? I..

"I've been in a lot of worse places on New Year's Eve, believe me!" she told MTV News backstage before she took the stage to perform "How We Do (Party)" during the special, which also featured Ne-Yo, Ke$ha and "Jersey Shore" stars Snooki and JWoww.

Stampede at New Year's Celebration Kills Dozens in Ivory Coast

No. 4: Stop saying, "I support the troops." I don't. I used to. No. 5: Apologize for No. 4.

Now that we know Kim Kardashian is pregnant, what aggressively trendy outfits is she going to wear to shroud that baby bump? Sheer dresses, of course.

ABC took another New Year's Eve ratings crown on Monday night, besting all networks in adults 18-49 (3.1 rating) and total viewers (10.7 million).

Now that we know Kim Kardashian is pregnant, what aggressively trendy outfits is she going to wear to shroud that baby bump? Sheer dresses, of course.

"I've been in a lot of worse places on New Year's Eve, believe me!" she told MTV News backstage before she took the stage to perform "How We Do (Party)" during the special, which also featured Ne-Yo, Ke$ha and "Jersey Shore" stars Snooki and JWoww.

Hugh Hefner marries his 'runaway bride' Crystal Harris

Hugh Hefner Marries Crystal for Real This Time. Breaking News. 1201-hugh-hefner-crystal-harris-getty It's all over but the partying for Hugh Hefner and Crystal Harris who finally tied the knot tonight at the Playboy Mansion -- after a brief 18

PHOTO: Hugh Hefner and Crystal Harris got married at the Playboy mansion on New Year's Eve. See wedding PIC here.

Feeling very happy, lucky, and blessed," Harris, who was Playboy's Miss December 2009, tweeted earlier in the day. She already has changed her name on Twitter to "Crystal Hefner." She also tweeted photos of the flowers and wedding setup with messages

Crystal Harris is set to marry Hugh Hefner on New Year's Eve -- and this time she won't be getting cold feet! The Playboy model, 26, called off her first wedding to the Playboy founder, 86, in June 2011, just days before the ceremony. But after

The 86-year-old Playboy magazine founder and Chicago native exchanged vows with his “runaway bride,” Crystal Harris, at a private Playboy Mansion ceremony on New Year's Eve. Harris, a 26-year-old Playmate of the Month in 2009, broke off a previous

Adrian Peterson says Vikings peaking at right time

From the blog Shutdown Corner: Adrian Peterson, running back, Minnesota Vikings: Needing a win to get into the playoffs, the Vikings needed a big performance from Peterson. Their best player would deliver, carrying the ball

GREEN BAY—Had he broken one more tackle, Adrian Peterson would've completed a touchdown run that would've set the NFL all-time single-season rushing record, won the game and put his team into the playoffs, all on

Have you ever seen a more desperate run than Adrian Peterson's last run of the 2012 football season? Not just in the NFL, but anywhere — l.

GREEN BAY—Had he broken one more tackle, Adrian Peterson would've completed a touchdown run that would've set the NFL all-time single-season rushing record, won the game and put his team into the playoffs, all on his final carry of the season. What a

Adrian Peterson is a contender for MVP, Offensive Player of the Year and Comeback Player of the Year. (Andy Clayton King/Getty Images). On a classic Adrian Peterson run, the sensational Minnesota Vikings star topped

Mike Ditka says Lovie Smith's firing was 'stupid'

Game On! Tim McGarry, USA TODAY Sports1:47p.m. EST January 1, 2013. CommentsShare. 2009-10-27-Ditka. Former Chicago Bears coach Mike Ditka, shown here in 2009, was upset with the Bears' firing of Lovie Smith. (Photo: Kiichiro Sato, AP)

The Bears decided to fire head coach Lovie Smith after nine seasons. Was it the right call?

From the blog Shutdown Corner: This year's surprise firing in the NFL is Chicago Bears head coach Lovie Smith. The Bears failed to make the playoffs in 2012, and in five of the last six seasons. That's why Smith, who made

The epitaph for Lovie Smith's tenure as head coach of the Bears could read, "He couldn't fix the offense." For all the good things Smith did in his nine years in Chicago, his undoing was his inability to take care of the side of the

Game On! Tim McGarry, USA TODAY Sports1:47p.m. EST January 1, 2013. CommentsShare. 2009-10-27-Ditka. Former Chicago Bears coach Mike Ditka, shown here in 2009, was upset with the Bears' firing of Lovie Smith. (Photo: Kiichiro Sato, AP)

Heartwarming moments defy chill at Rose Parade

Following the parade, floats will be on display along Sierra Madre Boulevard between Paloma Street and Sierra Madre Villa Avenue and along Washington Boulevard between Sierra Madre and Woodlyn Road. Click for full map Hours are 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday;

Volunteers converge on Pasadena to decorate floats for the Rose Parade. Some of the highlights of this year's parade include a Virginia couple to be married on a float. As if getting married before your closest friends and family weren't nerve-racking

Rose Parade 2013: thousands gather for annual New Year's Day celebration.

Near the beginning of the Rose Parade route, next to a 12-foot panorama of flowers and sculptures from the city of Torrance was another elaborate display, including a blue tarp, blankets, sleeping bags and 10 people ages 8

Rose Parade 2013: group traveled from Indiana to enjoy festivities.

Kathy Griffin simulates oral sex on Anderson Cooper on CNN's New Year's Eve ...

Kathy Griffin decided to wrap up 2012 with a bang — sort of. The comedienne shocked viewers when she suggestively tried to give Anderson Cooper oral sex during CNN's live New Year's Eve broadcast after making jokes

Anderson Cooper and Kathy Griffin are teaming up for the sixth straight year to co-host CNN's New Year's Eve coverage. our editor recommends. 'X Factor' Winner Tate Stevens to Perform on Fox's New Year's Eve Special · Train, 'Voice' Winner to Headline

"New Year's Eve Live With Anderson Cooper and Kathy Griffin": The irrepressible comedian and her newsman foil return for another year of unpredictable behavior from Griffin and bemused good-sport banter from Cooper. If you don't want to wait for the

Kathy Griffin decided to wrap up 2012 with a bang — sort of. The comedienne shocked viewers when she suggestively tried to give Anderson Cooper oral sex during CNN's live New Year's Eve broadcast after making jokes

Kathy Griffin and Anderson Cooper kept things as lively as ever as they hosted CNN's New Year's coverage on Monday night.

Adrian Peterson says Vikings peaking at right time

Have you ever seen a more desperate run than Adrian Peterson's last run of the 2012 football season? Not just in the NFL, but anywhere — like to the bus stop or across the lawn or down the stretch at the track? With 24 seconds left on the clock, on

Have you ever seen a more desperate run than Adrian Peterson's last run of the 2012 football season? Not just in the NFL, but anywhere — l.

Have you ever seen a more desperate run than Adrian Peterson's last run of the 2012 football season? Not just in the NFL, but anywhere — l.

That's what separated Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson from setting a new single season yards record. He finished on 2,097. A mark which left current record holder Eric Dickerson thankful. He wasn't quite ready to let his 28 year old

Adrian Peterson is a contender for MVP, Offensive Player of the Year and Comeback Player of the Year. (Andy Clayton King/Getty Images). On a classic Adrian Peterson run, the sensational Minnesota Vikings star topped

PHOTOS: Taylor Swift, Psy, Carly Rae Jepsen Rock Times Square On New ...

Where does the time go? This year's celebration will feature great live musical acts, including Carly Rae Jepsen and Taylor Swift. Swift, Jepsen and Neon Trees will be performing from Times Square in New York, while Brandy, Flo Rida, Karmin, One

Summer 2012 belonged to a Canadian songstress named Carly Rae Jepsen with her infectious pop hit “Call Me Maybe.” The newcomer's song hit American by storm after fellow Canuck crooner Justin Bieber tweeted out his love for it. Since then, it's been

Carly Rae Jepsen has sold millions of copies of her Grammy-nominated smash single "Call Me Maybe" and had a successful U.S. debut album Kiss – so did the Canadian pop star blow wads of cash on gifts for herself this Christmas? Not exactly. Jepsen says

Carly Rae Jepsen is stunning while performing during Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2013 at Times

Carly Rae Jepsen: 'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest' 2013!

Psy Buys a 'Gangnam Style' Condo in Los Angeles

The song won't disappear entirely, of course; Psy admitted he has outstanding invitations to sing the song in Paris and China. "And I've still got to do promo," he added rather pragmatically. But after six solid months of nonstop horse-dancing, the

Psy & MC Hammer: 'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest' Duo!

With his ubiquitous single Gangnam Style finally starting to slip on the charts -- the track, which peaked at No. 2 on the Hot 100, has dropped to No. 19 on the tally -- PSY has announced

With his ubiquitous single Gangnam Style finally starting to slip on the charts -- the track, which peaked at No. 2 on the Hot 100, has dropped to No. 19 on the tally -- PSY has announced

A million or more revelers rang in 2013 under a blizzard of colorful confetti amid wishes for a less violent, turbulent New Year as the shimmering crystal ball dropped in Times Square — and the curtain dropped on 2012. The teeming throng greeted 2013

Taylor Swift, Harry Styles smooch on New Year's

With red mic in hand, Taylor Swift was on the scene performing her hit songs “I Knew You Were Trouble” and “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together.” Of course it wouldn't be right to ditch 2012 without a performance from PSY. The Korean rapper and his

Taylor Swift and Harry Styles share a romantic kiss at the stroke of midnight on New Year's Eve 2013 in the middle of Times Square on Monday (December 31) in New York City. The 23-year-old "I Knew You Were Trouble"

The official music video for Taylor Swift's "Back to December" from the album SPEAK NOW. Download "Back to December" on iTunes: http://tinyurl.com/2ckq79v Vi

The official music video for Taylor Swift's "Back to December" from the album SPEAK NOW. Download "Back to December" on iTunes: http://tinyurl.com/2ckq79v Vi

Taylor Swift and Harry Styles share a romantic kiss at the stroke of midnight on New Year's Eve 2013 in the middle of Times Square on Monday (December 31) in New York City. The 23-year-old "I Knew You Were Trouble"

Taylor Swift, Harry Styles smooch on New Year's

Taylor Swift capped an incredible 2012 with a rockin performance in Times Square last night, belting out favorites "I Knew You Were Trouble” and “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” in front of New Year's Eve revelers. And how did the singer

Taylor Swift and Harry Styles share a romantic kiss at the stroke of midnight on New Year's Eve 2013 in the middle of Times Square on Monday (December 31) in New York City. The 23-year-old "I Knew You Were Trouble"

The official music video for Taylor Swift's "Back to December" from the album SPEAK NOW. Download "Back to December" on iTunes: http://tinyurl.com/2ckq79v Vi

Swifties crowded around their tubes to watch Taylor Swift rock Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with her pop-perfect performance. But it was her encounter with One Direction's Harry

Swifties crowded around their tubes to watch Taylor Swift rock Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with her pop-perfect performance. But it was her encounter with One Direction's Harry

Taylor Swift, Harry Styles smooch on New Year's

Is that Taylor Swift kissing Harry Styles? This fan photo captures the moment. (Photo: HazzaUKStyles, Twitter). Taylor Swift took the stage on Monday night to perform I Knew You Were Trouble on Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2013.

To say Taylor Swift was excited about performing in Times Square for 2013's New Year's Rockin' Eve is a bit of an understatement. The 23-year old superstar took to her Twitter before the show to share her elation with fans and get them pumped for her

Taylor Swift rocks out on stage for millions of people during Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2013 at Times Square on Monday (December 31) in New York City. The 23-year-old singer performed her hit songs “I Knew You Were

Swifties crowded around their tubes to watch Taylor Swift rock Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with her pop-perfect performance. But it was her encounter with One Direction's Harry

Taylor Swift, PSY, and Carly Rae Jepsen lead an all star cast for New Year's Rockin Eve.

Happy New Year!

Biden tells press “Happy New Year” as he walks in to the Dem Caucus. Escorted in by Rep. Becerra. twitter.com/JFKucinich/sta… — Jackie Kucinich (@JFKucinich) January 1, 2013. Vice President Biden is meeting with House Democrats to sell the “fiscal

"It's New Year's again. Do you think we can get it right this year?" asks Oprah Winfrey. And if you have a hangover today, well -- in the words of my late pro drinking brother, Bobby: "Celebrating on New Year's Eve is just for amateurs."

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Images from around the country and around the world as revelers ring in the new year. Happy 2013! Close. Confetti is dropped on revelers at midnight during New Year celebrations in Times Square in New. 1 of 35. Confetti is dropped on revelers at

Biden tells press “Happy New Year” as he walks in to the Dem Caucus. Escorted in by Rep. Becerra. twitter.com/JFKucinich/sta… — Jackie Kucinich (@JFKucinich) January 1, 2013. Vice President Biden is meeting with House Democrats to sell the “fiscal

Free Head Exam: Minnesota Vikings

Doremitickets.com is excited to offer NFC Wild Card tickets for The Green Bay Packers vs. Minnesota Vikings game so fans should not delay in visiting Doremitickets.com for cheap football tickets. There is a wide selection of tickets available for each

Filled with talent at defensive tackle, inside linebacker and wide receiver, the 2013 NFL draft seems perfectly designed to fill the Minnesota Vikings' greatest needs. While last week's mock draft followed the Christmas spirit and made a hard-to

Vikings Head Coach Leslie Frazier. Good afternoon. This is one of the, in my mind, best press We have a chance to do something special here in Minnesota'. That's what you need out of your superstar, one of the leaders on

That statement is a bit premature, but no one deserves to take home the league's highest individual honor more than the Minnesota Vikings' runningback. There have been quarterbacks and even defensive studs that could be named the most valuable player

Here are five things the Vikings need to do to beat the Packers on Sunday, Dec. 30.

Taylor Swift and Harry Styles Kiss at Midnight on New Year's Eve—See the ...

Taylor Swift hits the stage to perform for millions of people during Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2013 at Times Square on Monday (December 31) in New York City. The 23-year-old singer performed

Taylor Swift, Pitbull and Carly Rae Jepsen will also sing their hits. At The Dalloway bar-staurant, “The Real L Word” star Amanda Leigh Dunn and former “America's Next Top Model” contestant and MTV jeejay Kim Stolz will host an “all-girls New Year's

Taylor Swift and Harry Styles share a romantic kiss at the stroke of midnight on New Year's Eve 2013 in the middle of Times Square on Monday (December 31) in New York City. The 23-year-old “I Knew You Were Trouble”

The official music video for Taylor Swift's "Back to December" from the album SPEAK NOW. Download "Back to December" on iTunes: http://tinyurl.com/2ckq79v Vi

The official music video for Taylor Swift's "Back to December" from the album SPEAK NOW. Download "Back to December" on iTunes: http://tinyurl.com/2ckq79v Vi

Psy Buys a 'Gangnam Style' Condo in Los Angeles

Korean pop star, Psy, reportedly bought a condo in Los Angeles for $1.249 million. After the singer's song, "Gangnam Style," went viral on YouTube, he signed a record deal in September with Scooter Braun, Justin Bieber's manager. Now he is setting down

"I mean, what better way to do it? It's my biggest and most meaningful birthday." Psy rode "Gangnam Style" like a horse to global fame, as the video became a viral sensation — the first clip ever to surpass one billion views on YouTube. PSY1F_1_WEB

The song that now sits at the top of the most viewed ever on YouTube could be too popular for it's rapper. Psy, the 35-year-old South Korean rapper, told MTV News he's ready to move on. On New Year's Eve, he performed his

Has America seen the last of Gangnam Style? Korean rapper PSY performed the song that spawned a billion YouTube views during Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve on Monday night in NYC

"Gangnam Style" could be over, according to the Psy, the 35-year-old South Korean rapper behind the most popular song of 2012 and the most viewed YouTube video ever.On Monday, the singer told MTV News he would be

'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest': The 5 best moments

Biography.com remembers Dick Clark on New Year's Eve for Photo of the Week.

Tonight's edition of Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest will be the first one where Clark -- the man who created the show in 1972 and became synonymous

Dick Clark was a television icon whose name now lives on every December 31st with Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve (now with the add-on of Ryan Seacrest). Clark began his program in response to the lack of New Year's specials catered towards a

Rae Jepsen: 'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest'. Carly Rae Jepsen keeps it sheer while performing during Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2013 at Times Square on Monday (December 31) in New York City.

Producer Larry Klein has been working on Dick Clark's Rockin' New Year's Eve for 35 years, but it never gets old for him. He took us on a special tour of the show's studios and stages

PHOTOS: Taylor Swift, Psy, Carly Rae Jepsen Rock Times Square On New ...

Where does the time go? This year's celebration will feature great live musical acts, including Carly Rae Jepsen and Taylor Swift. Swift, Jepsen and Neon Trees will be performing from Times Square in New York, while Brandy, Flo Rida, Karmin, One

Carly Rae Jepsen rocks out in red in a special concert at the Clarke Foundation Theatre in her hometown of

Carly Rae Jepsen was in New York City's Times Square on New Year's Eve where she performed two of her hit songs for the huge crowd! Carly sang Call Me.

Carly Rae Jepsen has sold millions of copies of her Grammy-nominated smash single "Call Me Maybe" and had a successful U.S. debut album Kiss – so did the Canadian pop star blow wads of cash on gifts for herself this Christmas? Not exactly. Jepsen says

Carly Rae Jepsen rocks out in red in a special concert at the Clarke Foundation Theatre in her hometown of

Adrian Peterson vs. Pack has been boon for Vikings

Adrian Peterson rushed for 199 yards yesterday, leading the Vikings to the playoffs and nearly himself into the record books.

Adrian Peterson rushed for 199 yards yesterday, leading the Vikings to the playoffs and nearly himself into the record books.

Adrian Peterson, running back, Minnesota Vikings: Needing a win to get into the playoffs, the Vikings needed a big performance from Peterson. Their best player would deliver, carrying the ball a season-high 34 times for 199 yards and a touchdown and

The Comeback Kids: On draft day, the fantasy superstar trio of Adrian Peterson, Peyton Manning and Jamaal Charles looked like question marks at best and damaged goods at worst. Peterson and Charles were often picked from the third round to the fifth,

Have you ever seen a more desperate run than Adrian Peterson's last run of the 2012 football season? Not just in the NFL, but anywhere — l.

Washington Redskins fans celebrate NFC East title in victory over Dallas Cowboys

These guys might not exactly be carrying a lunch pail and to the stadium each week, but they did bring an industrious, blue-collar, working-man approach to Week 17. Take a look at all the nominees, then vote in the poll at the bottom of the right

Redskins legend Joe Theismann was the last franchise QB in Washington, but thinks the Redskins may have found their long-awaited answer in Robert Griffin III.

LANDOVER, MD - DECEMBER 30: Alfred Morris #46 of the Washington Redskins carries the ball against the defense of Ernie Sims #59 of the Dallas Cowboys at FedExField on December 30, 2012 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty

But I have full confidence that my Cowboys will leave the Redskins wondering what happened to them at the end of the night. I predict the Cowboys win by at least 14 points. 35-21. But as long as they win, I don't care how

Washington awoke with shredded vocal cords Monday. Even so, the cause for all the hoarseness bore repeating at barbershops, bars and shopping malls, and via talk radio, telephone and tweets: The Washington Redskins were champions of the NFC East

Adrian Peterson vs. Pack has been boon for Vikings

Adrian Peterson went over 2,000 yards, but he came up 9 short of breaking Eric Dickerson's NFL single-season rushing record. Peterson accomplished something much more important, though. On NFL Network NFL Replay will re-air the Minnesota Vikings'

Vikings running back Adrian Peterson led the way for the Vikings, and is John Madden's season MVP.

Have you ever seen a more desperate run than Adrian Peterson's last run of the 2012 football season? Not just in the NFL, but anywhere — l.

As Blair Walsh's 29-yard field goal sailed through the uprights, Adrian Peterson knew two things. First and foremost, Peterson knew the Minnesota Vikings were headed to the playoffs. Secondly, he knew that he had just finished one of the most fantastic

All of the above. Statistically, Adrian Peterson's 2012 campaign wasn't the most impressive season we've seen from a running back. Not that his 2,097 rushing yards (2,314 yards from scrimmage) and 13 total touchdowns were anything to sneeze at, of course.

Play of the Day: 'Auld Lang Syne' Stumps Would-Be Singers

This is a special yuletide performance of Molly's Revenge featuring guest vocalist Moira Smiley. Moira sang two versions back-to-back of Auld Lang Syne, the first one being the original Robert Burns melody, my favorite:

As well as celebrating the New Year, “Auld Lang Syne” is very widely used to symbolize other "endings/new beginnings" – including farewells, funerals, graduations, the end of a part, the election of a new government and even the closing of a retail store.

OK..that's Sackjo on vocals and Admiral Bob comes in about halfway through…and I'm singing harmonies too. I added the banjo, mandolin, and bongos (let me know if anyone wants those parts). The ukulele, bass, acoustic

for auld lang syne. Monday, December 31. SHARE →. photo from my birthday two years ago. hey! blonde Happy New Year's Eve!! Sorry it's been so quiet over here. Since last week, the entire family was taken down one by one by the little

As well as celebrating the New Year, “Auld Lang Syne” is very widely used to symbolize other "endings/new beginnings" – including farewells, funerals, graduations, the end of a part, the election of a new government and even the closing of a retail store.

13 stories for 2013: From Syria to the climate to the 'post-Gangnam' era

BEIRUT | Tue Jan 1, 2013 7:37am EST. BEIRUT (Reuters) - Syrians woke on New Year's Day to countrywide aerial bombardment, while President Bashar al-Assad's forces and rebels fighting to topple him clashed on the outskirts of the capital. Residents of

New TV screens from Apple: Rumors of an Apple TV have been rampant for years now and 2013 will be the year the company finally extends its offering into the living room. As I predicted earlier, the company will unveil a 50-60” line of TVs in the $1,999

Kim Kardashian, Kanye West ring in 2013 in Las Vegas. Ann Oldenburg, USA TODAY9:15a.m. EST January 1, 2013. CommentsShare. It was their first public appearance since Kanye spilled the big baby news. Kim Kanya. Kim Kardashian and Kanye West

Editor's note: Nilay Patel is the managing editor of The Verge, an online website that covers technology, science, art and culture. Follow him on Twitter: @reckless. (CNN) -- 2013 will be a year of harsh change for the tech industry. We've just

As the world rang in 2013 with spectacular fireworks displays and showers of confetti, the specter of economic uncertainty and searing violence dimmed some festivities and weighed on the minds of revelers hoping for a better year. "With all the sadness

PHOTOS: Taylor Swift, Psy, Carly Rae Jepsen Rock Times Square On New ...

Carly Rae Jepsen (singer with the second most popular song on Spotify in 2012), has also declared: "I want Mariah Carey to come to my house and sing All I Want For Christmas Is You," Carly told BBC Radio One. "It's the best Christmas song

Where does the time go? This year's celebration will feature great live musical acts, including Carly Rae Jepsen and Taylor Swift. Swift, Jepsen and Neon Trees will be performing from Times Square in New York, while Brandy, Flo Rida, Karmin, One

Carly Rae Jepsen (singer with the second most popular song on Spotify in 2012), has also declared: "I want Mariah Carey to come to my house and sing All I Want For Christmas Is You," Carly told BBC Radio One. "It's the best Christmas song

Carly Rae Jepsen reveals the special gift she got her dad for Christmas.

Where does the time go? This year's celebration will feature great live musical acts, including Carly Rae Jepsen and Taylor Swift. Swift, Jepsen and Neon Trees will be performing from Times Square in New York, while Brandy, Flo Rida, Karmin, One

Double Take 'Toons: Happy New Year 2013

I wanted to say “Thank You” to all of The Big Picture readers, contributors, commentors, editors and staff who make TBP such a deeply rewarding endeavor for me. It is a labor of love, and a source of joy and inspiration. I thank

I can't believe a New Year is upon us! 2012 was a year of many weather records, especially in D.C. As we open the new calendars, this first day of January '13, what does the weather for the month bring? Well, it's hard enough forecasting a week in

We made it! Despite supposed Mayan prophecies and election-day doomsaying, the already-sort-of-tumultuous 2013 is here, with the very tumultuous 2012 fading quickly in the rearview mirror. Want to join the million or so

RickyRayment: happy new year everyone! Bed time for me! sick. charlottechurch: Happy New Year!!! May this next one have exponential growth in love and peace you lovely mofos!xxx. FrancisBoulle: Happy new year all! I hope your 2013 is filled with

Celebrate the ringing in of 2013 with Mediaite as Mayor Michael Bloomberg and a slew of Rockettes lower the ceremonial ball live from Times Square in the heart.

Free Head Exam: Minnesota Vikings

Filled with talent at defensive tackle, inside linebacker and wide receiver, the 2013 NFL draft seems perfectly designed to fill the Minnesota Vikings' greatest needs. While last week's mock draft followed the Christmas spirit and made a hard-to

For the Vikings, the first 30 minutes of their biggest game in three seasons couldn t have gone much better. Adrian Peterson is 17 yards from reaching 2000 for the season, and the Vikings are 30 minutes from returning to the

Doremitickets.com is excited to offer NFC Wild Card tickets for The Green Bay Packers vs. Minnesota Vikings game so fans should not delay in visiting Doremitickets.com for cheap football tickets. There is a wide selection of tickets available for each

Given the Minnesota Vikings' improbable run to the playoffs, and the excitement that fans are feeling over the regular season that was just completed, it's tempting to say that the team will be even better next year. After all, they are a young squad

Minnesota Vikings: Antoine Winfield could miss playoff game against Packers. By Brian Murphy brianmurphy@pioneerpress.comtwincities.com. Posted: 12/31/2012 12:01:00 AM CST. January 1, 2013 3:9 AM GMTUpdated: 12/31/2012 09:09:15 PM CST

Jimi Hendrix: Auld Lang Syne

There are more ways than one to sing Auld Lang Syne, as proven by these 10 covers of the popular New Year's song.

"Auld Lang Syne" — it's an old Scottish song first published by the poet Robert Burns in the 1796 edition of the book, "Scots Musical Museum," and it was bandleader Guy Lombardo, of Guy Lombardo and His Royal Canadians, who popularized the song and

This is a special yuletide performance of Molly's Revenge featuring guest vocalist Moira Smiley. Moira sang two versions back-to-back of Auld Lang Syne, the first one being the original Robert Burns melody, my favorite:

OK..that's Sackjo on vocals and Admiral Bob comes in about halfway through…and I'm singing harmonies too. I added the banjo, mandolin, and bongos (let me know if anyone wants those parts). The ukulele, bass, acoustic

Traffic sucks, so why not start your morning off with some music? You provide the toast and we'll provide the jams.

Remembering Dick Clark

Tonight, they are preparing a tribute as we hear from dick clark's wife, who made the trip to times square to ring in See More. as so many of you likely know, this will be the first new year's out dick clark. Tonight, they are preparing a tribute as

A number of big stars like Taylor Swift, PSY and Carly Rae Jepsen entertained the crowd counting down the end of the year and watch the ball drop with family and friends during "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve With Ryan Seacrest" in New York.

This year marks the first year that Dick Clark is no longer here with us for his namesake New Year's Eve special. Still, the legendary TV host's presence was felt very strongly among friends and fans alike. The show began with a two-hour tribute to the

Carly Rae Jepsen is stunning while performing during Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2013 at Times

Biography.com remembers Dick Clark on New Year's Eve for Photo of the Week.

2013 Super Bowl Tickets: Regular Season Over, Super Bowl Tickets Available at ...

After 17 weeks of NFL football, the playoff field is finally set, and the oddsmakers have settled on their favorites. It's no surprise that the Denver Broncos, San Francisco 49ers, New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons are being given the best odds

That's right! 50 lucky Beyonce fans will be able to get up on stage with Beyonce during her Super Bowl halftime show and dance with her!

We break down the variety of Super Bowl odds for the 49ers heading into the 2013 NFL playoffs. As for 49ers-Colts? Well, all I have to say is Harbaugh vs. Luck. Odds to win the 2013 Super Bowl XLVII. Denver Broncos 3/1

With the regular season coming to an end online ticket giant Ticket Process offers football fans first crack at Super Bowl 2013 tickets & Super Bowl packages starting today. (PRWEB) December 31, 2012. The NFL regular-season officially ended with the

The 2012 NFL regular season was utterly unpredictable and loaded with tremendous stories we never saw coming. Here's to hoping the playoffs aren't any different. With the postseason picture set, it's time to make predictions on to how far each team

Oakland: Happy new year means less crime

As I pulled into my old haunts, one thing that struck me was the apparent absence of the over-the-top commercialization of Christmas I was used to when I lived here years ago. Friends agreed, saying shops and hotels had reined in their use of the

Happy New Year! by Bill McBride on 12/31/2012 10:00:00 PM. Thanks to everyone for a great year, and I wish everyone the best in 2013. From the WSJ: U.S. Budget Compromise Deal Reached. President Barack Obama and congressional

Happy New Year: A proposed end to 'trolling' and your life digitally archived. Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images. Vinny Guadagnino and Carson Daly attend the New Year's Eve 2013 with Carson Daly in Times Square on December 31, 2012 in New York City.

As I pulled into my old haunts, one thing that struck me was the apparent absence of the over-the-top commercialization of Christmas I was used to when I lived here years ago. Friends agreed, saying shops and hotels had reined in their use of the

Images from around the country and around the world as revelers ring in the new year. Happy 2013! Close. Confetti is dropped on revelers at midnight during New Year celebrations in Times Square in New. 1 of 35. Confetti is dropped on revelers at

Eagles Fire Andy Reid

While it has seemed fairly obvious over the past couple of months that Andy Reid would not be back with the Eagles next season, there were some fans and reporters that wondered whether there was

As was long expected, the Philadelphia Eagles relieved Andy Reid of his duties as head coach, after Reid guided the Eagles to a miserable 4-12 record in 2012 -- the worst mark in his 14-year career as Eagles head coach. Philadelphia's players were left

PHILADELPHIA Andy Reid's worst coaching season with the Philadelphia Eagles ended Monday after 14 years when he was fired by owner Jeffrey Lurie, who said it was time "to move in a new direction." The dismissal came one day after Reid and the

The Philadelphia Eagles ended Andy Reid's 14-year tenure, drawing the curtain on a tear-stained season that began with the death of Reid's son during training camp and continued with a week-by-week watch of how the team's won-lost ledger matched up

When Andy Reid traded Kevin Kolb, he said he still saw him as a franchise QB. It seems like the Cardinals may be interested in having him prove that. Arizona Cardinals president Michael Bidwill has

World Looks to 2013 After Violence, Economic Woes

As the world rang in 2013 with spectacular fireworks displays and showers of confetti, the specter of economic uncertainty and searing violence dimmed some festivities and weighed on the minds of revelers hoping for a better year. "With all the sadness

After a failed Mayan doomsday prophesy, many people across the globe are meeting the new 2013 with a sign of relief but most definitely with a bang, as city's skylines across the world ignite in festive spirit.

Google has released its final Google Doodle of 2012 and its first of 2013 -- a before-and-after party picture. The search giant is known for crafting exceptional New Year-centri

Google has released its final Google Doodle of 2012 and its first of 2013 -- a before-and-after party picture. The search giant is known for crafting exceptional New Year-centri

Live from the brand new central studio in Moscow, RT broadcasting has kicked off 2013 by talking to prominent opinion makers about the upcoming New Year events and issues.