Saturday, January 5, 2013

Former La Jollan Crystal Harris Weds Playboy Hugh Hefner (Gallery)

Happy new year and congratulations go out to Hugh Hefner and his new wife, Crystal Harris.

Playboy founder Hugh Hefner and his girlfriend, former Playmate Crystal Harris, were married in a small ceremony New Year's Eve after calling off a wedding in July 2011. TMZ reports 86-year-old Hefner and 26-year-old Harris tied the knot in front of a

After getting engaged, breaking up and getting engaged again—model Crystal Harris married Playboy tycoon Hugh Hefner, 86, on New Year's Eve. TMZ reported that Crystal, 26, walked down the aisle at the Playboy Mansion on Monday around 7 a.m. in front

"The prenup protects Hugh's Playboy assets, and it also has specific language about the famous Playboy Mansion," a source told the website. "If the couple divorces, or if Hef dies, Crystal would have to vacate the mansion, and has no legal rights to

Playboy founder Hugh Hefner, 86, married model Crystal Harris, 26, on New Year's Eve. Even though a fair share of people (ourselves included) have poked fun at the May-December romance, we wish the newlyweds

With Ray Lewis retiring, is Ed Reed the next to go?

From the blog Shutdown Corner: Well, that didn't take long. Less than a day after Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis announced that his 17th NFL season would be his last, Richard Deitsch of SI.com reports that the

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, with Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis set to retire after the playoffs, has lauded the career and contributions of the future Hall of Famer, calling him "a special guy. Obviously, he's an incredible football player

Kooper's North is really taking Ray Lewis' retirement to heart. The Mays Chapel Pub is going all out with its tribute to the 10-time All-Pro linebacker, who will be suiting up in a Ravens uniform at M&T Bank Stadium for what could be the last time on

Ray Lewis has been known for his ability to read -- and punish -- offenses around the NFL, but did he telegraph his next move to ESPN when he announced his retirement? "After that announcement, like within an hour I got an email from ESPN, and it was

From the blog Shutdown Corner: At the age of 37, Ravens LB Ray Lewis decided this will be his final season in uniform. While every career ends at some point, Mike Florio calls today's decision curious. A week before the

'Buckwild' Breakdown: Get Your Fix Of 'Gandee Candy' Now!

MTV's latest series "Buckwild" has been described as "Honey Boo Boo" meets "Jersey Shore" and HuffPost TV has an exclusive sneak peek at what you'll see when the West Virginia-set series premieres Thursday, January 3

Buckwild—MTV's latest attempt to capture the hearts, minds, and hormones of America's most bored demographic—is full of warning signs. I don't mean “warning signs” in the “early indications of cultural decline” sense of the phrase, though that

0104_buckwild_video They're both reality shows on MTV that feature a subculture of America doing crazy things on camera and bringing notoriety to their region but the stars of the new show "Buckwild" say they're nothing like their "Jersey Shore"

MTV's 'Buckwild' Stars Throw Punches, Get Evicted All In First Episode. It didn't take long for the nine mud-loving, four-wheel-riding friends to rustle up a fight in Thursday night's brand-new series. By Christina Garibaldi (@ChristinaMTV) , with

Its been called “The Jersey Shore Of Appalachia”, but MTV's Buckwild last night bested its network time slot predecessor. The 10 PM debut of the re.

2013 Sugar Bowl reaction: Teddy Bridgewater's Louisville stands up to SEC bully

Louisville probably doesn't have the firepower to fend off the slow, inevitable death that has beset all but one Florida opponent this season. But the Cardinals do have Teddy Bridgewater.

The Cardinals improved to 2-0 in BCS games with the Sugar Bowl win. They led Florida from start to finish, something Louisville hadn't done since Sept. 15 when they beat North Carolina 39-34 in the Cardinals' third game of the season. Louisville's

The Cardinals improved to 2-0 in BCS games with the Sugar Bowl win. They led Florida from start to finish, something Louisville hadn't done since Sept. 15 when they beat North Carolina 39-34 in the Cardinals' third game of the season. Louisville's

ESPN released its ratings for the Rose, Sugar and Orange bowls - we discovered (see what I did there? anyone?) that Orange & Sugar Bowl ratings were up while Rose Bowl ratings were down versus last year. Let's explore, shall we? Last year, Wisconsin

The best moment from Wednesday night's Sugar Bowl didn't happen during the game. Sure, it was a great night for Louisville -- a team that played its butt off and pulled off the biggest upset, odds wise, in BCS bowl history. But something even better

Andy Reid Agrees to 5-Year Deal to Lead Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs made a big push for Andy Reid,and now it appears they will land their guy. Reid's camp was planning to notify the Arizona Cardinals and San Diego Chargers Thursday afternoon he will not be meeting with them because he was

From the blog Shutdown Corner: Just minutes after the Kansas City Chiefs announced the firing of general manager Scott Pioli on their website, ESPN's Chris Mortensen and Adam Schefter first reported that former

Before his scheduled interview with the Arizona Cardinals, former Eagles coach Andy Reid first interviewed on Wednesday in Philadelphia with Kansas City Chiefs officials, according to league sources. Reid did not make a scheduled trip to Arizona on

Earlier this week, I did a Q&A with Arrowhead Pride where I spent a lot of time talking about where things went wrong with Reid in recent years. I'm not going to do that here. So if you're

From the blog Shutdown Corner: Just minutes after the Kansas City Chiefs announced the firing of general manager Scott Pioli on their website, ESPN's Chris Mortensen and Adam Schefter first reported that former

Seeing is believing with Johnny Manziel

Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel has had a historic year—becoming the first freshman to hoist the Heisman Trophy—but it will be Oklahoma's offensive leader, Landry Jones, who plays better in the 2013 Cotton Bowl. Manziel has an advantage over

A game against Johnny Manziel, Texas A&M's Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback, was good preparation for an Alabama defense that must stop another mobile quarterback Monday night in the BCS Championship Game. Golson is top-ranked Notre

Think you've had your fill of Johnny Football now? Wait two or three years: He's helping usher in the spread offense era of college football, and he and Texas A&M will be the stars of it.

Think you've had your fill of Johnny Football now? Wait two or three years: He's helping usher in the spread offense era of college football, and he and Texas A&M will be the stars of it.

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel of Texas A&M has become the fourth FBS quarterback with 20 touchdowns passing and 20 touchdowns rushing in the same season. Manziel got his

Phil Jackson, Jeanie Buss Engaged to Wed

The hand of Jeanie Buss, girlfriend of former Lakers coach Phil Jackson and daughter of Lakers owner Jerry Buss, is seen sporting a ring in this TwitPic from Jeanie Buss' Twitter account on Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013. (KABC Photo / twitter.com/JeanieBuss

Legendary NBA figure Phil Jackson may not have landed the Los Angeles Lakers coaching job, but he's set to join the Lakers family til death do him part. He popped the question to his longtime girlfriend, Lakers executive

Legendary NBA figure Phil Jackson may not have landed the Los Angeles Lakers coaching job, but he's set to join the Lakers family til death do him part. He popped the question to his longtime girlfriend, Lakers executive

NBA coaching legend Phil Jackson is finally making it official with long-time girlfriend Jeanie Buss, executive vice president of the Los Angeles Lakers and daughter of the team's majority owner. The Zen Master, 67, proposed to Buss, 51, presenting her

Hall of Fame coach Phil Jackson and longtime girlfriend, Lakers executive vice president Jeanie Buss, are engaged. Buss announced the development on her Twitter account on Thursday night by posting a photo of a massive

Multiple Teams Interested In Kelly

Oregon's Michael Clay, left, holds up the championship trophy as head coach Chip Kelly looks on after the Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football game against Kansas State Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013, in Glendale, Ariz. Oregon defeated Kansas State 35-17.

Oregon football coach Chip Kelly said after a 35-17 Fiesta Bowl victory that he would listen to interested NFL teams – a list expected to include the Eagles. He added that he wants to “get it wrapped up quickly.” The Bills are forming an analytics

Some of what we're reading this morning: The agony of the Giants' coach, possible landing spots for Oregon's coach and the value of statistical analysis in football.

From the blog Shutdown Corner: Here's a Thursday afternoon roundup of the NFL head coaching rumor mill: Arizona Cardinals: The Cardinals are one of three teams interested in former Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy

Oregon's Michael Clay, left, holds up the championship trophy as head coach Chip Kelly looks on after the Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football game against Kansas State Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013, in Glendale, Ariz. Oregon defeated Kansas State 35-17.

Former La Jollan Crystal Harris Weds Playboy Hugh Hefner (Gallery)

Hugh Hefner tied the knot for the third time on New Year's Eve, when he wed Crystal Harris at the Playboy Mansion. For the big day, Crystal opted for a blush Romona Keveza mermaid gown made of silk organza. The dress

If at first you don't succeed Hugh Hefner tied the knot on New Year's Eve with playmate Crystal Harris. In typical Hef fashion, the Playboy founder tweeted about the nuptials.

Crystal Harris might be doing just that, but she should've tried to negotiate a little with her prenuptial agreement with Hugh Hefner — because it kind of sucks. The Playboy king made sure to keep Crystal's hand out of the cookie jar protect his

Hugh Hefner tied the knot for the third time on New Year's Eve, when he wed Crystal Harris at the Playboy Mansion. For the big day, Crystal opted for a blush Romona Keveza mermaid gown made of silk organza. The dress

Hugh Hefner is married for a third time — he walked down the aisle with 26-year-old Playboy Playmate Crystal Harris at the Playboy Mansion on Dec. 31, 2012! Congratulations! Crystal became engaged to the 86-year-old

Andy Reid signs contract to become Chiefs' new coach [update]

Game On! Chris Chase, USA TODAY Sports6:42p.m. EST January 4, 2013. CommentsShare. 20121231reidwalk. Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid walks off the field for the last time as the team's coach. (Photo: Brad Penner, USA TODAY Sports)

The Kansas City Chiefs on Friday completed their whirlwind pursuit of Andy Reid and hired him as their next head coach, making the big, bold headline move in large part because they were drawn by his long NFL track record and history of winning in

Andy Reid pulled up to Arrowhead Stadium in a black SUV on Friday, stepped out of it wearing a dark suit and red tie, and walked briskly toward the doors of the Kansas City Chiefs' home.

Andy Reid pulled up to Arrowhead Stadium in a black SUV on Friday, stepped out of it wearing a dark suit and red tie, and walked briskly toward the doors of the Kansas City Chiefs' home.

Multiple sources are reporting that Andy Reid has reached an agreement to become head coach of the Chiefs. The contract is said to be 5 years. Reid is likely to have significant power in Kansas

Multiple Teams Interested In Kelly

After the Oregon Ducks' Fiesta Bowl victory, head coach Chip Kelly said he will be listening to NFL offers, but hopes something can get done quickly.

Chip Kelly has been linked to the Cleveland Browns and is said to be close to making a deal, but the Oregon coach is still exploring his options. After seven hours of meeting with the Browns, Kelly will reportedly meet with the

In fact, by the time you finish Leading Off, Ducks Coach Chip Kelly might have been hired by the Eagles. Or the Browns. Or the Bills. Even the Chiefs might stop their fire-breathing pursuit of Andy Reid and hire Kelly instead. Listen hard enough and

In fact, by the time you finish Leading Off, Ducks Coach Chip Kelly might have been hired by the Eagles. Or the Browns. Or the Bills. Even the Chiefs might stop their fire-breathing pursuit of Andy Reid and hire Kelly instead. Listen hard enough and

Chip Kelly has been linked to the Cleveland Browns and is said to be close to making a deal, but the Oregon coach is still exploring his options. After seven hours of meeting with the Browns, Kelly will reportedly meet with the

Taylor Swift Returns to No. 1 on Country Songs Chart

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

Harry Styles is NOT using Taylor Swift for publicity, despite an inaccurate story from the National Enquirer.

As forecasted last week, Taylor Swift's "Red" album spends a seventh nonconsecutive week at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart. In the sales week ending Dec. 30, 2012 -- the final frame of the year -- the Big Machine Records album sold 241,000 (down 12%)

As forecasted last week, Taylor Swift's "Red" album spends a seventh nonconsecutive week at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart. In the sales week ending Dec. 30, 2012 -- the final frame of the year -- the Big Machine Records album sold 241,000 (down 12%)

Ellen Von Unwerth shoots Snow Queen Vodka's 2013 calendar

The twin towers at the World Trade Center on 9/11. (JEFF CHRISTENSEN - REUTERS) Did fiscal cliff worries distract you from finishing your holiday shopping? Still looking for something truly different? How about the new 2013 Counterterrorism Calendar?

Not only is Vogue Paris considered one of the most influential fashion magazines in the world, it's also made a name for itself with original, inspiring, and occasionally controversial photography. But instead of featuring a big-named photographer and

You need to buy the $6 calendar, which offers free items from the restaurant chain each month.

Getting sick of those typical kitten calendars you get from your friends or relatives for Christmas? Hoping to start the new year with something extraordinary.

The tournament has failed to attract top players or major sponsors. Last year, even Djokovic and other top Serbian players failed to attend. Djokovic's Family Sport, the tournament organizer, says it "made the most rational decision considering the

Fiesta Bowl could be Kelly's last with the Ducks

The Fiesta Bowl was the top cable program of the night with a 4.0 Adults 18-49 rating. The series premiere of Buckwild was the highest rated non-sports original with a 1.4 adults 18-49 rating. We only receive the top 100 cable shows for adults 25-54

Weep not for the Ducks, though, who count freshman quarterback Marcus Mariota and speed demon De'Anthony Thomas among their returning talent. You're not rid of them yet.

The Fiesta Bowl was the top cable program of the night with a 4.0 Adults 18-49 rating. The series premiere of Buckwild was the highest rated non-sports original with a 1.4 adults 18-49 rating. We only receive the top 100 cable shows for adults 25-54

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That's a lot of ifs following Oregon's 35-17 trouncing of Kansas State in the Fiesta Bowl. But if any of that is true, well, there are a couple of ways to look at it. One—the more favorable to Kelly—is that he's one of those competitive souls to whom

Andy Reid Agrees to 5-Year Deal to Lead Chiefs

Kansas City has snared one of the top coaching candidates on the market.

Earlier this week, I did a Q&A with Arrowhead Pride where I spent a lot of time talking about where things went wrong with Reid in recent years. I'm not going to do that here. So if you're

Andy Reid pulled up to Arrowhead Stadium in a black SUV on Friday, stepped out of it wearing a dark suit and red tie, and walked briskly toward the doors of the Kansas City Chiefs' home. His new home, as it turned out. Just a few hours later, Reid

Earlier this week, I did a Q&A with Arrowhead Pride where I spent a lot of time talking about where things went wrong with Reid in recent years. I'm not going to do that here. So if you're

With the Chiefs hiring Andy Reid as their new head coach, there are winners and losers that have emerged from the decision. Winners. Clark Hunt: The Chiefs owner -- who has made some bad decisions in the past year (keeping Romeo Crennel and Scott

Rex Ryan hits new stride with tattoo

A vacationing Rex Ryan was spotted and photographed Thursday sporting a tattoo of a woman who appears to be his wife, wearing only a green jersey with Mark Sanchez's No. 6 on it and posing in a way many would say resembles a crouching Tim Tebow.

If Mike Shanahan were to get a QB tattoo like Rex Ryan, this is how I envision it.

Rex Ryan, who skipped his league-mandated media session to end the season and is instead at the Atlantis in the Bahamas, was photographed without his shirt by the New York Daily News. Looking rather svelte, by the way.

A sunbathing Rex Ryan, vacationing this week in the Bahamas (you may have heard), is splashed across the front page of the New York Daily News -- and the photo reveals a right-arm tattoo that depicts what appears to be his wife in a No. 6 Mark Sanchez

A sunbathing Rex Ryan, vacationing this week in the Bahamas (you may have heard), is splashed across the front page of the New York Daily News -- and the photo reveals a right-arm tattoo that depicts what appears to be his wife in a No. 6 Mark Sanchez

"American Horror Story" Season 3: Ryan Murphy hints at what's to come

Well, it finally happened. We arrived at an episode of AHS: Asylum that made me grumble under my breath, Okay, sure, but what about. . .? I didn't obj.

Lily Rabe gave a tour-de-force performance this season on American Horror Story: Asylum as Sister Mary Eunice, a simple nun possessed by the devil. Funny and frightening, Mary Eunice sadly said goodbye last night after

Wanna know what season 3 of American Horror Story will be? Then you'd better tune into tonight's installment of AHS: Asylum, titled "The Name Game." Hidden within the episode is a clue to the plot of the show's next

It's Ryan Murphy and the people behind "Glee." But it's also "American Horror Story," so I was like, "Wait. What?!" But I thought it was genius. I thought it was a great idea then and I think it's a great idea now. I'd like to see a little horror on

'Community,' 'American Horror Story' and 'Homeland' among the nominees for the Art Directors Guild awards. By Laurel Brown. January 3, 2013 7:59 PM ET. Follow @really_mzungu on Twitter. art-directors-guild-nominees-community-american-horror-story-

Former La Jollan Crystal Harris Weds Playboy Hugh Hefner (Gallery)

In a successful second attempt, following a breakup days before their planned June 2011 wedding, 86-year-old Playboy founder Hugh Hefner has married 26-year-old Miss December 2009, Crystal Harris. "Crystal & I married on New Year's Eve in the

Harris had some serious cold feet before their first wedding set for June 2011, canceling the event five days prior and causing the publisher to put a "Runaway Bride" label on her "Meet Mrs. Crystal Hefner" Playboy cover that came out shortly afterward.

Instead of Auld Lang Syne, Hugh Hefner and Crystal Harris were playing Here Comes the Bride! Hef and Crystal walked down the aisle together during a small, cozy ceremony at the Playboy Mansion last night. This union

The 86-year-old Playboy mogul married 26-year-old Playmate Crystal Harris on New Year's Eve and now there's a photo, provided by Hefner with the caption, “Happy New Year from Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Hefner!” This is Hefner's third marriage, Harris' first

The Playboy founder, 86, wed the 26-year-old blonde in an intimate ceremony at the Playboy Mansion on New Year's Eve.

Sofia Vergara accidentally flashes her breast as she tumbles to the ground ...

Sofia Vergara loves flaunting her curves in form-fitting frocks, but sometimes her affinity for the sexy style can backfire! While she's certainly no stranger to wardrobe malfunctions, her most recent mishap wasn't necessarily caused by her sexy dress

Sofia Vergara might have fallen on her behind, but she is not falling behind in the wardrobe malfunction category. One of the “Modern Family” star's breasts popped out of her sexy strapless number as she fell to the ground at a New Year's Eve party.

Sofia Vergara boobs exposed during New Years Eve fight with fiance Nick Loeb! Details here!

(KTVI) – Sofia Vergara's dress was ripped during a fight at a Miami club on New Year's Eve. Her down wasn't the only thing damaged that night. New revealing photos captured by paparatzi at Radaronline.com show her boyfriend, Nick Loeb with cuts and

Sofia Vergara strikes a sexy pose as she welcomed in the new year at Delano's poolside bash. Bombshell actress Sofia Vergara hurled curses at her short-fused fiancé at a New Year's Eve bash when he got booted from a Miami nightclub for bad behavior.

Rex Ryan hits new stride with tattoo

From the blog Shutdown Corner: Yep, this is where we are now: New York Jets head coach Rex Ryan has been spotted in the Bahamas sporting a tattoo of his wife wearing a Mark Sanchez jersey. No, really. We're not making

The New York Daily News tracked down the Jets' head coach during his vacation, and when the paper snapped some photos of Ryan, discovered a unique tattoo on his arm. Apparently, Ryan has a tat of what appears to be his wife wearing a Mark Sanchez

Rex Ryan's attempt to decompress after a tumultuous 6-10 Jets season has only landed him back in the tabloids. While vacationing at The Atlantis resort in the Bahamas, Ryan was photographed by the New York Daily News lounging by the pool reading a

Here's what having a tattoo of his wife wearing nothing but a Mark Sanchez jersey says about Rex Ryan: 1. He loves his wife. 2. He doesn't take himself too seriously. 3. He's comfortable in his own skin (it's on his bicep! right

The Jets head coach got some new ink on his vacation, some strange new ink.

IRS Changes Form 1099-C for 2012; W2Mate.com Updates 1099 Cancellation ...

Thomas Overstreet of Fruitland will serve time in federal prison for illegal gambling and failure to pay taxes.

1099 and W-2 tax forms must be printed and delivered no later than end of January, so that recipients can receive these tax statements in time for their own income tax reporting with the IRS. W2 Mate software makes the process of 2012 / 2013 W2 1099

IRS tax refund check The fiscal cliff may be a thing of the past, now that the president has signed into law the compromise bill that the Senate and House passed on New Year's Day. But for as many as two-thirds of all taxpayers, the verdict is still

Recognition by the IRS would allow Crossroads GPS, one of the biggest outside spenders of the 2012 elections, to keep its donors secret.

Recognition by the IRS would allow Crossroads GPS, one of the biggest outside spenders of the 2012 elections, to keep its donors secret.

Fiesta Bowl could be Kelly's last with the Ducks

(USA Today Sports Images)GLENDALE, Ariz. - The Oregon fans at the Fiesta Bowl, fully aware that the end of the game started the race by NFL teams to woo head coach Chip Kelly away, started the "We-want-Chip!" chant as the final minute of the Ducks'

7 Kansas State, 35-17, on Thursday night in the Fiesta Bowl in Glendale, Ariz. Oregon (12-1) was too much for Kansas State (11-2) and its Heisman Trophy finalist, Collin Klein. Thomas followed his early scoring return with a 23-yard touchdown catch,

GLENDALE, Ariz. — De'Anthony Thomas caught the opening kickoff, raced past Oregon's sideline and leaned his head into the end zone like a sprinter crossing the finish line. The track meet had started and the fifth-ranked

(USA Today Sports Images)GLENDALE, Ariz. - The Oregon fans at the Fiesta Bowl, fully aware that the end of the game started the race by NFL teams to woo head coach Chip Kelly away, started the "We-want-Chip!" chant as the final minute of the Ducks'

Kansas State held the ball for 20:55 of the 2013 Fiesta Bowl's first 30 minutes. The Wildcats also trail, 22-10. That's with Oregon's offense doing its oft-traditional first half thing, which sees Chip Kelly probing his opponent for

Fiesta Bowl could be Kelly's last with the Ducks

As Fiesta Bowl officials furiously corralled members of the Oregon Ducks for a postgame trophy presentation, Kelly took off and booked it toward a section of fans in the opposite corner end zone. Five extremely nervous-looking officials chased after to

HAVE YOU EVER SEEN A ONE-POINT SAFETY? BET YOU HAVE NOT! BUT IN THE 2013 FIESTA BOWL, KANSAS STATE BLOCKED AN OREGON EXTRA POINT, THEN ATTEMPTED TO RUN IT BACK. A WILDCAT PLAYER WAS EVENTUALLY TACKLED

GLENDALE, Ariz. — De'Anthony Thomas caught the opening kickoff, raced past Oregon's sideline and leaned his head into the end zone like a sprinter crossing the finish line. The track meet had started and the fifth-ranked

Weep not for the Ducks, though, who count freshman quarterback Marcus Mariota and speed demon De'Anthony Thomas among their returning talent. You're not rid of them yet.

Kansas State held the ball for 20:55 of the 2013 Fiesta Bowl's first 30 minutes. The Wildcats also trail, 22-10. That's with Oregon's offense doing its oft-traditional first half thing, which sees Chip Kelly probing his opponent for deficiencies before

Patti Page: The Oklahoma Thrush With 'The Tennessee Waltz'

Jan 03 (TheWrap.com) - Patti Page, the singer who rose to fame in the 1950s with such fare as "Tennessee Waltz" and "(How Much Is That) Doggie in the Window," died Tuesday at age 85, the New York Times reports. According to the Times, Page died in

Death Summary: Cause of death is unknown at this time. Who was Patti Page : Patti Page was an American pop singer who rose to fame in the 1950's. Her most famous ballad was "Tennessee Waltz", which was one of the best-selling singles

Patti Page memorial details announced. Patti Page / Hot Schatz PR. Details have emerged regarding service and memorial plans for late singer Patti Page, who died on New Year's Day at age 85. Patti Page remembered by George Jones, Charlie Daniels

Patti Page, the top-selling female artist of the 1950s with more than 100 million records sold, has died. She was 85. In addition to her hits, Page is believed to be the first artist to overdub her voice in the studio, long before it became a standard

Page, best known for her huge 1950 hit Tennessee Waltz, was 85.

IRS Changes Form 1099-C for 2012; W2Mate.com Updates 1099 Cancellation ...

Michael P. Carlow, who served six years in prison for masterminding a $31 million check-kiting scheme that victimized PNC Bank, today pleaded guilty to obstructing IRS efforts to collect about $6.4 million in unpaid taxes after the government agreed to

The Internal Revenue Service has issued proposed regulations to create a new taxpayer identifying number known as the IRS Truncated Taxpayer Identification Number, or TTIN, that can be used instead of a Social Security number in response to the growing

Switzerland's oldest bank, Wegelin & Co., was founded in 1741 and embarked on a storied history. But in 2013, it admitted helping hide $1.2 billion for American tax cheats. More history? It's the first foreign bank to plead guilty to U.S. tax charges

As a result of an IRS audit, Parks and Recreation Commissioner Mauro Tucci introduced an amended ordinance, requiring all underage or summer workers to be paid as employees. Tucci told the board that those workers had been paid on voucher, which the

Thomas Overstreet of Fruitland will serve time in federal prison for illegal gambling and failure to pay taxes.

IRS Changes Form 1099-C for 2012; W2Mate.com Updates 1099 Cancellation ...

On Monday, Politico published a powerful investigation of so-called “social welfare” groups that mislead the Internal Revenue Service about their political activities in applying to gain tax-exempt status. In 2012 alone, Politico

Michael P. Carlow, who served six years in prison for masterminding a $31 million check-kiting scheme that victimized PNC Bank, today pleaded guilty to obstructing IRS efforts to collect about $6.4 million in unpaid taxes after the government agreed to

As a result of an IRS audit, Parks and Recreation Commissioner Mauro Tucci introduced an amended ordinance, requiring all underage or summer workers to be paid as employees. Tucci told the board that those workers had been paid on voucher, which the

Recognition by the IRS would allow Crossroads GPS, one of the biggest outside spenders of the 2012 elections, to keep its donors secret.

Michael P. Carlow, who served six years in prison for masterminding a $31 million check-kiting scheme that victimized PNC Bank, today pleaded guilty to obstructing IRS efforts to collect about $6.4 million in unpaid taxes after the government agreed to

FSU wins Orange Bowl, 12 games _ no national title

Florida State wins its first BCS bowl since 1999, overwhelming the champions of the MAC in Miami.

Normal open thread rules apply. No illegal streams, no slurs, no racism, no sexism, no politics, no porn/pron, no stupidly pissing everyone off, etc. Just be cool and enjoy a full day of football.

Despite their 31-10 loss to No. 12 Florida State (12-2) at this season's Orange Bowl, the No. 15 Northern Illinois Huskies (12-2) should be proud of their 2012-13 accomplishments. You could say the team should never have been placed in a high-profile

Puerto Rico's Maria Torres and England's Patrick Kelley won the Junior Orange Bowl International Golf Championship on Dec. 30 at The Biltmore Golf Course in Coral Gables, Fla.

The Orange Bowl took place on New Year's Day, and the Florida State Seminoles easily handled their business against the Northern Illinois Huskies. There wasn't much surprise or intrigue in this contest, as the 'Noles steamrolled their way to a 31-10

New Year's Day 2013: The Day Greater Germany Was Born

Antonio Llovet.jpg Antonio Llovet, 28, was found shot to death on his couch on New Year's Day. He was the city's first murder victim of 2013. Image from Facebook. "We're all still in shock," said the victim's sister, Laura Llovet, 26, noting tht the

On January 1, 2013 at approximately 3 a.m., Emmanuel Siegel, 31, of Long Island City, NY, was arrested for driving while intoxicated. Siegel was observed to be operating a 2001 Jeep without headlights, making an illegal

This is the fifth consecutive year of spending from Christmas through after New Year's Day at their ski resort home, for Hyland and his wife, Kristin, their daughter Kelsey, 14, and sons Patric, 12, and Kieran, 8. “This has become a tradition for us

The New Year's Day 2013 Bowl Schedule features six games: Heart of Dallas Bowl, Gator Bowl, Capital One Bowl, Outback Bowl, Rose Bowl Game, and Orange Bowl.

The Wayland Police Department kicked off 2013 with three New Year's Day arrests, including two on assault charges. Perhaps not unexpectedly, the first arrest of 2013 came in the form of an OUI for 22-year-old Garrett Moore of Henry's Mill Lane in Sudbury.

Football's rarest play? Fiesta Bowl's 1-point safety

Kansas State held the ball for 20:55 of the 2013 Fiesta Bowl's first 30 minutes. The Wildcats also trail, 22-10. That's with Oregon's offense doing its oft-traditional first half thing, which sees Chip Kelly probing his opponent for

Via TwitterYou already know that Oregon breaks out new uniforms every single week. The color combinations range from inspiring to horrifying, but they're never dull. And for Thursday night's Fiesta Bowl, the Ducks are changing color constantly. At

Kansas State held the ball for 20:55 of the 2013 Fiesta Bowl's first 30 minutes. The Wildcats also trail, 22-10. That's with Oregon's offense doing its oft-traditional first half thing, which sees Chip Kelly probing his opponent for

Oregon won the 2013 Fiesta Bowl's first half in Kansas State fashion. Despite getting outgained by a tad and breezed past in time of possession, special teams play had the Ducks up by two scores. Oregon won the second half in Oregon fashion. The

Oregon outbursts one more time, De'Anthony Thomas is really fast, and the Ducks eventually take control.

"American Horror Story" Season 3: Ryan Murphy hints at what's to come

Fortunately we're back to the January grind because this week we received the best holiday present of all: "The Name Game," certainly one of American Horror Story's best ever episodes, but in my opinion also one of the best episodes of any television

Just when we thought we couldn't love her more, last night Jessica Lange sang “The Name Game” in full 60s glam, and we fell even harder. While choosing to star in American Horror Story must have initially been regarded as a career death blow for one of

It's getting down to the final episodes of American Horror Story: Asylum so it's not surprising that we're starting to see characters bid adieu. Last night, devil-possessed nun Sister Mary Eunice (Lily Rabe) and former Nazi Dr.

Just when we thought we couldn't love her more, last night Jessica Lange sang “The Name Game” in full 60s glam, and we fell even harder. While choosing to star in American Horror Story must have initially been regarded as a career death blow for one of

Pepper has become the unlikely fan favorite on "American Horror Story: Asylum." The startling-looking character who once provided comic relief is now saving the day on the hit FX series and Naomi Grossman, the actress

IRS Quick to Issue Withholding Rules After the Tax Deal

IRS website In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, the IRS has issued a package of payroll, 401(k) and individual tax relief measures. This relief applies to individuals and businesses located in the disaster area, and to those whose tax records are located

The Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF), an atheist activist non-profit, has a history of advocating for church-state separatism. Most recently, in November, the group sued the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in an effort

As a result of an IRS audit, Parks and Recreation Commissioner Mauro Tucci introduced an amended ordinance, requiring all underage or summer workers to be paid as employees. Tucci told the board that those workers had been paid on voucher, which the

Thomas Overstreet of Fruitland will serve time in federal prison for illegal gambling and failure to pay taxes.

The IRS is easing its hardship rules for victims of Sandy.

Oregon 35, Kansas State 17 Oregon flattens Kansas State in Fiesta Bowl

The LSU Tiger Athletic Foundation presented nearly 800 military members in the Louisiana National Guard and veterans in all other branches tickets to Wednesday night's Allstate Sugar Bowl in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Each season TAF purchases

3 Florida, making the 33-23 2013 Sugar Bowl the biggest shocker the BCS has ever seen. Share on Facebook. Share on Twitter. No, seriously -- Boise State and Utah were only touchdown-or-so underdogs against Oklahoma and Alabama in their respective

In my Sugar Bowl preview, I said the game would hinge on first-down yardage because, even though I thought the world of Teddy Bridgewater, nobody in the country could consistently convert third-and-longs against the Florida defense. But then

There is certain to be plenty of hand-wringing among SEC apologists after this one, but the only truth is this: Louisville dominated Florida on Wednesday night in New Orleans, winning the Sugar Bowl, 33-23. And it wasn't that close. It started

Kenjon Barner, left, celebrated his second quarter touchdown with DeAnthony Thomas, right, and Byron Marshall, center, of the Oregon Ducks during the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl against the Kansas State Wildcats at University of Phoenix Stadium on January 3,

Taylor Swift And Miranda Kerr Top Our Best-Dressed List This Week (PHOTOS)

As forecasted last week, Taylor Swift's Red album spends a seventh nonconsecutive week at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart. In the sales week ending Dec. 30, 2012 -- the final frame of

PHOTOS - Adele had the best selling album of 2012, with her record 21 beating out Taylor Swift's Red. See the TOP 5 here!

1 on the Billboard 100, but look for Taylor Swift possibly to end his tenure next week. “Locked” remains No. 1 on Billboard's Radio Songs chart (The Hot 100 combines radio play, digital sales, and streaming), but barely increases in airplay, while it

Lena Dunham's fans hate the fact that she loves Taylor Swift.

1 on the Billboard 100, but look for Taylor Swift possibly to end his tenure next week. “Locked” remains No. 1 on Billboard's Radio Songs chart (The Hot 100 combines radio play, digital sales, and streaming), but barely increases in airplay, while it

Roger Goodell: Ray Lewis 'incredible'

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis, who will retire at the end of this season, is close to signing a multiyear contract with ESPN, according to a published report. Lewis is expected to have a significant role on "Monday Night Countdown" while being

Hey, you might have missed this story but Ray Lewis is going to retire. Yes, you can take a moment if you need it. I understand this will come as a complete shock to you. All kidding aside, Lewis is one of the most revered

Linebacker Dannell Ellerbe hasn't had any “passing of the torch” conversations with Ray Lewis . But with the mighty Lewis stepping down after this season, the natural question becomes who will step into his shoes. And the natural answer seems to be

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis, who will retire at the end of this season, is close to signing a multiyear contract with ESPN, according to a published report. Lewis is expected to have a significant role on "Monday Night Countdown" while being

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis, who will retire at the end of this season, is close to signing a multiyear contract with ESPN, according to a published report. Lewis is expected to have a significant role on "Monday Night Countdown" while being

Kathy Griffin Helps Assistant Shed Pounds

Another year, another controversy surrounding Kathy Griffin's antics on CNN's New Year's Eve special. And yet Griffin keeps getting invited back to co-host alongside Anderson Cooper, and she keeps not apologizing for her behavior. This time she's

Another year, another controversy surrounding Kathy Griffin's antics on CNN's New Year's Eve special. And yet Griffin keeps getting invited back to co-host alongside Anderson Cooper, and she keeps not apologizing for her behavior. This time she's

After comedian Kathy Griffin pretended to perform oral sex on the CNN anchor during their annual New Year's Eve coverage, she went on The Late Show with David Letterman to -- well, "apologize" would be the wrong word

Kathy Griffin & Her Young Boyfriend Stroll Through NYC.

Kathy Griffin gets raunchy with Anderson Cooper on CNN's New Year's Eve Live.

Chris Christie: Did primal scream help or hurt his presidential prospects ...

Chris Christie is mad as hell, and he's not going to take it any more — not even from his own party. Watching the New Jersey governor's invective against the House Republican leadership this afternoon, it was hard not to recall the iconic character

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie made it abundantly clear whom he blames for the delayed vote on the Hurricane Sandy aid bill: House Speaker John Boehner. In a press conference on Wednesday afternoon, Christie tore into

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie launched a ruthless assault on Republican House Speaker John Boehner Wednesday, tearing into the GOP leader for his decision to pull the plug on a Hurricane Sandy relief bill.

Chris Christie. New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie. New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R) is trumpeting a significant fundraising advantage over his only announced Democratic rival based on donations collected in the closing days of 2012. The first-term

The smartest move in politics today is to move against Washington and the two major parties. And the smartest man in politics may be Chris Christie. The failure of the White House and Congress to seriously address the nation's fiscal situation is

New Year's Day 2013: The Day Greater Germany Was Born

PASADENA, Calif. -- A couple who became husband and wife on the "Love Float," a surprise reunion between a returning soldier and his little boy, and a grand marshal famed globally for her chimpanzee research were among the highlights of the 124th Rose

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Philadelphia police have made an arrest in the New Year's Day shooting death of a Temple University student in the Tioga section of the city. Stephen Johnson, 23, was gunned down in the 1700 block of Venango Street, about

It's New Year's Day, and stars all over the world are taking to Twitter to share their wishes for 2013. Check out what they're are saying here: Justin Bieber: 2013. Kourtney Kardashian: Happy New Year! Rebel Wilson: New

Kiyomizudera crowded on New Years Day today. Latest on shibuya246.com. New Years Day 2013 (Comments Off); Eikando in Autumn (. ) Getting Cold (. ) Tanba Park Cosmos (. ) Autumn City (. ) Kamogawa River Jumping

On January 1, 2013 at approximately 3 a.m., Emmanuel Siegel, 31, of Long Island City, NY, was arrested for driving while intoxicated. Siegel was observed to be operating a 2001 Jeep without headlights, making an illegal U-turn, and driving over the

Fiscal cliff deal includes at least $67.9 billion for special interests

With warnings about tripping over cans kicked down roads and bungee jumping into abysses, reactions from China to the U.S. "fiscal cliff" budget deal are colorful - and critical. Read more

More disputes, and more disruptive ones to the economy, loom despite the fiscal-cliff settlement, an economist writes.

Updated at 12:32 a.m. ET: An agreement to stave off the harshest and most immediate consequences of the fiscal cliff won approval in the House late Tuesday. President Barack Obama signed the law on Wednesday night,

The fiscal cliff compromise approved by the House late Tuesday will mute much but not all of the negative economic impact of going over the cliff. Most prominently, it will extend the Bush-era tax cuts for the vast majority of Americans and spare tens

America's economy may not be in as bad a state as Europe's, but the failures of its politicians—epitomised by this week's 11th-hour deal to avoid the calamity of the “fiscal cliff”—suggest that Washington's pattern of dysfunction is disturbingly

A Handy 2013 Calendar For Gamers

Love racing from the classic post-war era? Do names like Hailwood, Agostini, Duke and Taveri give you visions of Norton Manxes, Honda Sixes and MV Agustas racing at the Isle of Man and other epic circuits? Then the Cycle World 2013 Vintage Memories

There are multiple 2013 calendar Excel template options available on the site. People can select between a 12-month calendar, a one-month calendar and even a weekly calendar. Flagen says no matter which one of the options you choose, everyone will

One of the few resolutions I try to make (and keep) at the beginning of every year is to be more organized. I usually start off strong with cleaning and organizing goals, then quickly slip into chaos. So this year, I'm going to put

Color your world with a 2013 Pantone calendar. Designed by Pentagram's Eddie Opara, this wall-brightening piece is inspired by the Pantone Matching System (PMS) that designers and printers commonly use for

You might expect to glance at a 2013 calendar and find it relatively blank. Maybe a birthday or a previously scheduled vacation, but not much else, right? Well, that's not the case with our calendar. It's already filling up, and although we hate to

Conservatives complain, but 'fiscal cliff' deal was a win for them

WASHINGTON — The partisan polarization and political dysfunction on display during the recent “fiscal cliff” budget negotiations have left many people pessimistic about the U.S. democratic system's ability to function and by what seems to be a

SACRAMENTO — Washington's avoidance of the so-called "fiscal cliff" is generally good news for California's finances. But the deal approved by President Obama on Wednesday will still take a bite out of the state budget. The legislation won't allow

WASHINGTON -- A day late and trillions of dollars short, Congress passed a hard-won deal to ease large portions of the "fiscal cliff." The nation started sliding down that cliff on New Year's Day, after lawmakers dithered for

Updated at 12:32 a.m. ET: An agreement to stave off the harshest and most immediate consequences of the fiscal cliff won approval in the House late Tuesday. President Barack Obama signed the law on Wednesday night,

Those hunting for a bit of good news in the fiscal cliff deal can look to a provision repealing a long-term care program attached to ObamaCare. When the.

Patriots' Tom Brady heaps praise on Ray Lewis

Hey, you might have missed this story but Ray Lewis is going to retire. Yes, you can take a moment if you need it. I understand this will come as a complete shock to you. All kidding aside, Lewis is one of the most revered

It may seem like sheer sacrilege to criticize Ray Lewis as he heads into what will likely be his final game in Baltimore on Sunday. But amid all the talk of Lewis announcing his retirement this week, few have asked this question: At age 37 and coming

From the swamps of Bartow, Florida to the streets of Baltimore, Maryland we have watched the birth of the NFL's first true behemoth.

From the blog Shutdown Corner: At the age of 37, Ravens LB Ray Lewis decided this will be his final season in uniform. While every career ends at some point, Mike Florio calls today's decision curious. A week before the

From the blog Shutdown Corner: Well, that didn't take long. Less than a day after Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis announced that his 17th NFL season would be his last, Richard Deitsch of SI.com reports that the

A Handy 2013 Calendar For Gamers

It's been a cruel, cold winter without our favorite shows. Sure, gingerbread cookies and holiday cheer were able to fill the void left in our hearts by the absence of our favorite shows, but they were just not enough. Thankfully, most of our TV

Start flipping open those cute puppy calendars your parents bought you, and pull out your Sharpies, because it's time to get down to the temporal nitty gritty on entertainment in 2013. We've got a ton of (hopefully) great, big games, movies, and more

A new year means it's time to pick up a new calendar. And this year, Chick-fil-A “Eat Mor Chikin Cows are saluting 12 of history's most famous “moonarchs” with the debut of the 2013 Cow Calendar. Each month chronicles the lives of 12 historic rulers

It's been a cruel, cold winter without our favorite shows. Sure, gingerbread cookies and holiday cheer were able to fill the void left in our hearts by the absence of our favorite shows, but they were just not enough. Thankfully, most of our TV

The beloved Parisian Vogue Calendar kicks off 2013 with classic poise, featuring the scintillating images of top models in varying states of undress. The calendar came as a free insert in the December 2012 Vogue Paris issue,

Rose Parade 2013

After several decades of attending the Rose Parade, the event has never lost its shine for 68-year-old Douglas Wallace. "It's kind of exciting, isn't it?" Wallace said as he watched the Stanford University marching band go by. "It's the granddaddy of

Rose Parade 2013: Pasadena police report 22 pre-parade arrests. January 1, 2013 | 8:48 am. increase text size decrease text size. Photos: Getting ready for the 124th Rose Parade. A total of 22 people were arrested along the Tournament of

After Rose Parade 2013, where and when to see floats. January 1, 2013 | 10:35 am. increase text size decrease text size. PHOTOS: 2013 Rose Parade. Following the parade, floats will be on display along Sierra Madre Boulevard between Paloma Street and

Rose Parade 2013: Pasadena police report 22 pre-parade arrests. January 1, 2013 | 8:48 am. increase text size decrease text size. Photos: Getting ready for the 124th Rose Parade. A total of 22 people were arrested along the Tournament of

PASADENA, Calif. (KTLA) -- The 124th Rose Parade is over, but you still have time to see the floats up close.

Rose Bowl, Heisman Trophy hopes don't stack up to NFL opportunity for ...

Boy, would it have been nice if Wisconsin had beaten Stanford in the Rose Bowl yesterday — overachievers with a good sports team are way more annoying than the run-of-the-mill kind. Alas, I have to settle for this highlight:

2013 marked Wisconsin's third consecutive Rose Bowl loss. The only reason the Badgers made it this year was because they were the only eligible team with a winning record in the Legends/Leaders/Whatever Division. Had Ohio State avoided a bowl ban

Boy, would it have been nice if Wisconsin had beaten Stanford in the Rose Bowl yesterday — overachievers with a good sports team are way more annoying than the run-of-the-mill kind. Alas, I have to settle for this highlight:

ESPN anchor Heather Cox interviews Stanford Cardinal head coach David Shaw after he won the 2013 Rose Bowl game against the Wisconsin Badgers at the Rose Bowl. (Photo: Kirby Lee, USA TODAY Sports)

The Rose Bowl was Tuesday's highest rated original cable program with a 4.7 adults 18-49 rating. The Orange Bowl came in second with a 3.5 adults 18-49 rating. We only receive the top 100 cable shows for adults 25-54 for the whole day from our primary

Brighton council celebrates 2013 at New Year's Day Levee

Yesterday I shared with you all the logos and themes from the search industry for New Years Eve 2012. Well, today is New Year's Day 2013 and Google has a special logo just for the day. Here is a picture of the logo: As you

The Wayland Police Department kicked off 2013 with three New Year's Day arrests, including two on assault charges. Perhaps not unexpectedly, the first arrest of 2013 came in the form of an OUI for 22-year-old Garrett Moore of Henry's Mill Lane in Sudbury.

On January 1, 2013 at approximately 3 a.m., Emmanuel Siegel, 31, of Long Island City, NY, was arrested for driving while intoxicated. Siegel was observed to be operating a 2001 Jeep without headlights, making an illegal U-turn, and driving over the

It's New Year's Day, and stars all over the world are taking to Twitter to share their wishes for 2013. Check out what they're are saying here: Justin Bieber: 2013. Kourtney Kardashian: Happy New Year! Rebel Wilson: New Year's Resolutions: 1. Finally

As I wheeled my Triumph Tiger 800 motorcycle out of winter hibernation, the sun shone for the first event of 2013 – the Brooklands Museum New Year's Day gathering. I rode out of London via the traffic-free A40, the festive excesses and soggy Christmas

Hugh Hefner, Crystal Harris Prenup: Playboy Founder Makes New Bride Sign ...

26-year-old Crystal Harris married the Playboy founder — who has four adult children from two previous marriages — on New Year's Eveand thinks having a baby with him would be the perfect way to seal their commitment. “Crystal's desperate to have Hugh

If at first you don't succeed Hugh Hefner tied the knot on New Year's Eve with playmate Crystal Harris. In typical Hef fashion, the Playboy founder tweeted about the nuptials.

Playboy founder Hugh Hefner, 86, married model Crystal Harris, 26, on New Year's Eve. Even though a fair share of people (ourselves included) have poked fun at the May-December romance, we wish the newlyweds

"A wedding photo of me and my beautiful bride. Happy New Year," the Playboy founder, 86, tweeted of wife Harris, 26, following their New Year's Eve ceremony.

Hugh Hefner and Crystal Harris are on their way to happily ever after! The Playboy founder, 86, and his model girlfriend, 26, tied the knot in an intimate ceremony on New Year's Eve at the Playboy Mansion in Los Angeles,

Brighton council celebrates 2013 at New Year's Day Levee

Yesterday I shared with you all the logos and themes from the search industry for New Years Eve 2012. Well, today is New Year's Day 2013 and Google has a special logo just for the day. Here is a picture of the logo: As you

The Wayland Police Department kicked off 2013 with three New Year's Day arrests, including two on assault charges. Perhaps not unexpectedly, the first arrest of 2013 came in the form of an OUI for 22-year-old Garrett Moore of Henry's Mill Lane in Sudbury.

It's New Year's Day, and stars all over the world are taking to Twitter to share their wishes for 2013. Check out what they're are saying here: Justin Bieber: 2013. Kourtney Kardashian: Happy New Year! Rebel Wilson: New

As I wheeled my Triumph Tiger 800 motorcycle out of winter hibernation, the sun shone for the first event of 2013 – the Brooklands Museum New Year's Day gathering. I rode out of London via the traffic-free A40, the festive excesses and soggy Christmas

New Year's Day college football TV schedule guide 2013: Breakfast at noon. By Spencer Hall on Jan 1, 8:01a 12. Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports. Happy college football day. Your 2013 New Year's Day has been planned out for you in its entirety. Share on

Fiscal cliff deal also included plenty of perks for special interests

Here's something else you can blame on Congress -- online spending was up 14 percent this holiday season, falling short of expectations.

As part of their last-second deal to slam the brakes on an economy racing toward the so-called fiscal cliff, lawmakers gave the green light this week to extending dozens of business and industry tax breaks, like a cost-recovery program that will save

More disputes, and more disruptive ones to the economy, loom despite the fiscal-cliff settlement, an economist writes.

Those hunting for a bit of good news in the fiscal cliff deal can look to a provision repealing a long-term care program attached to ObamaCare. When the.

Washington (CNN) -- So I remember thinking, when Congress and President Obama concocted the supercommittee on the deficit -- and the fiscal cliff as a last resort if all else failed -- that it was a generally boneheaded, albeit necessary, idea