Investigators find fire clues aboard crippled Carnival Triumph

Although details of the contract have not yet been disclosed, the 893-foot Triumph was towed early Friday to the Mobile shipyard which offers dry dock and heavy lift-capacity for some of the largest ships in the Gulf of Mexico

As almost none of America held its breath, all three cable news networks offered live coverage of a ship full of people who were tragically forced to hold their breath. Late Thursday night, the crippled Carnival Triumph ocean

Although details of the contract have not yet been disclosed, the 893-foot Triumph was towed early Friday to the Mobile shipyard which offers dry dock and heavy lift-capacity for some of the largest ships in the Gulf of Mexico

Sewage stenches, dwindling food supplies, makeshift beds: CNBC takes you inside the Carnival Triumph.

In the case of Carnival Cruise Lines, the owner of the Carnival Triumph that spent days in the Gulf of Mexico disabled after an engine fire, the company is incorporated in Panama, its offices are based in Miami and its ships fly under the Bahamian flag

Bloodied cricket bat is key evidence in Oscar Pistorius case, paper claims

A bloody cricket bat was found at the home of Oscar Pistorius, the South Africa newspaper, City Press is reporting. Pistorius, a double amputee known as the Blade Runner, shot his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp

Olympian Oscar Pistorius was arrested and charged with murder for the shooting death of his 29-year-old model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp. In 2009, police officers largely dropped an investigation into how the sprinter crashed a speedboat. And late last

The mystery over South African sprinter Oscar Pistorius's role in the killing of the model Reeva Steenkamp has deepened amid a series of claims and counter-claims about what happened at his home in Pretoria last week. South African newspapers reported

According to a police officer, the South African Police Services had to provide a single cell for Pistorius to protect him from any possible harm done by other inmates in the cell block. "It was a priority to ensure that no harm comes to Oscar and to

Oscar Pistorius's management company has issued a statement announcing they have "no option" but to cancel all future races he had been contracted to compete in, though it has claimed that his sponsors, among them Nike, BT and Oakley, will be sticking

US Soccer Player Opens Up About Being Gay

Robbie Rogers, a former player for the U.S. national team and Major League Soccer, says he is gay and "could not be happier" about his decision to go public with his disclosure. In a post on his personal website, Rogers writes: "Life is only complete

Twitter reaction of current and former United States national team players to the news that Robbie Rogers had announced he was gay and "stepping away" from soccer.

In a poignant post entitled "The Next Chapter" on his personal website, U.S. soccer player Robbie Rogers has come out as gay and also stepped away from professional soccer.

The hope now is that his sexual orientation is ignored. Instead, we should concentrate on the man's abilities on the soccer field and not the fact that he is gay. This could prove difficult however because Rogers has also announced that he is leaving

If Robbie Rogers looked cool and collected when he was brought on that August night in 2011, perhaps it was because nothing could cause more pressure than the secret he'd been keeping his entire life.

Pistorius Cancels Future Races

A bloody cricket bat was found at the home of Oscar Pistorius, the South Africa newspaper, City Press is reporting. Pistorius, a double amputee known as the Blade Runner, shot his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp

Moments after he shot and killed his model girlfriend, Oscar Pistorius reportedly called one of his best pals, sobbing. "I've killed my baba! God take me away!", Justin Divaris told the UK's newspaper, The Sunday People

The Olympic athlete reportedly called best friend Justin Divaris immediately after the incident and told him, "There has been a terrible accident, I shot Reeva"

According to a police officer, the South African Police Services had to provide a single cell for Pistorius to protect him from any possible harm done by other inmates in the cell block. "It was a priority to ensure that no harm comes to Oscar and to

JOHANNESBURG – Oscar Pistorius' agent says the double-amputee Olympian has received "overwhelming support" from his fans as he remains in custody in a South African police station charged with the shooting murder of his model girlfriend. Peet van Zyl

Embattled country star Mindy McCready dead at 37

(CNN) -- Country music star Mindy McCready was found dead Sunday at her home in Arkansas from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, the local sheriff's office said in a statement. She was 37. Deputies from the Cleburne County Sheriff's Office were

(CNN) -- Country music star Mindy McCready was found dead Sunday at her home in Arkansas from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, the local sheriff's office said in a statement. She was 37. Deputies from the Cleburne County Sheriff's Office were

The country singing sensation reportedly died in an apparent suicide after her boyfriend David Wilson, 34, passed away just over a month ago. David's cause of death is still unknown. Mindy spent some time in rehab over the

Sheriff: Singer Mindy McCready died of apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. By. more. All Share Services. Topics: From the Wires, News. HEBER SPRINGS, Ark. (AP) — Sheriff: Singer Mindy McCready died of apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. more

Mindy McCready Suicide: New Details & Celebrity Condolences.

'Die Hard' feels the love over Valentine's Day weekend

Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt: Valentine's Day with the Twins!

Finding the perfect Valentine's Day card is a challenge. It's often impossible to put love into words.

The owner of a Subway shop in Angers, France is under fire for only offering a Valentine's Day special to heterosexual couples. Citing the current status of gay marriage in France, the franchise owner defended his actions and invoked his freedom of

The owner of a Subway shop in Angers, France is under fire for only offering a Valentine's Day special to heterosexual couples. Citing the current status of gay marriage in France, the franchise owner defended his actions and invoked his freedom of

The owner of a Subway shop in Angers, France is under fire for only offering a Valentine's Day special to heterosexual couples. Citing the current status of gay marriage in France, the franchise owner defended his actions and

Christoph Waltz takes on SNL — dispells myth Austrians 'don't have a sense of ...

Oscar-winning Austrian-German actor Christoph Waltz was a cheerful and likeable host, anchoring what proved to be the strongest show of the new year so far. The episode covered everything from the Carnival Cruise fiasco to Pope Benedict's retirement

If I could think of a good symbol to describe Christoph Waltz hosting Saturday Night Live it would be: an amusement park. The lines for the rides are the time you spent in anticipation after hearing Waltz was going to be the host. The sketches are the

Christoph Waltz is a very talented actor. No one denies that. He even won an Oscar. But going into his hosting stint on Saturday Night Live, we had reservations. Delivering movie dialogue with wit and timing can easy; doing it live is not. Thankfully

The last time SNL welcomed a critically beloved, heavily-accented host, the resulting show was a pleasant surprise -- Sofia Vergara presided over one of season 37's better episodes.

"Django Unchained" star Christopher Waltz hosted "Saturday Night Live" this weekend, shedding his serious side by poking fun at the historical revenge fantasy "Djesus Uncrossed" and Pope Benedict XVI.

Russian meteor: Could there be an early warning system?

Asteroid 2012 DA14 approached within 17,200 miles (27,000 kilometers) of Earth Friday, but never posed an impact threat to the planet. The asteroid flyby and Russian meteor explosion had significantly different trajectories, showing that they were

Asteroid 2012 DA14 approached within 17,200 miles (27,000 kilometers) of Earth Friday, but never posed an impact threat to the planet. The asteroid flyby and Russian meteor explosion had significantly different trajectories, showing that they were

MOSCOW, Russia (5th UPDATE) - A plunging meteor exploded with a blinding flash above central Russia on Friday, sowing panic as the hurtling space debris set off a shockwave that smashed windows and hurt around 950 people. Experts insisted the

Authorities in a Russian city say more than half of the acres of windows smashed in the city by an exploding meteor's shock wave have been replaced. Friday's explosion, estimated to be equivalent to several atomic bombs, shattered glass in more than 4

MOSCOW, Russia (5th UPDATE) - A plunging meteor exploded with a blinding flash above central Russia on Friday, sowing panic as the hurtling space debris set off a shockwave that smashed windows and hurt around 950 people. Experts insisted the

Investigators find fire clues aboard crippled Carnival Triumph

A Texas woman was the first passenger to file suit, hours after the Carnival Triumph cruise that left about 3200 passengers adrift was towed into Mobile, Ala. Cassie Terry sought unspecified damages against Carnival Corp. in

As they filed off the Carnival Triumph, people kissed loved ones and the ground beneath them. They gobbled down fresh Carnival had workers in place to provide passengers with warm food, blankets, phones and refreshments. Adding yet

New York (CNN) -- Investigators know roughly where the flames erupted in the engine room of the Carnival Triumph, but it could be a year before they learn what caused the fire, which left the massive ship adrift for days in the Gulf of Mexico. "We know

As they filed off the Carnival Triumph, people kissed loved ones and the ground beneath them. They gobbled down fresh Carnival had workers in place to provide passengers with warm food, blankets, phones and refreshments. Adding yet

Despite the public relations disaster created by the Carnival Triumph catastrophe, travel experts and others say the impact on bookings for Carnival and the cruise industry in general will only be short-lived. The ship lost propulsion power after an

Russian Meteor: Chelyabinsk Cleaning Up After Meteor Blast

This terrifying video of a meteor explosion over Chelyabinsk, Russia, is one of many angles of the fiery event captured by amateurs Friday. This particularly dramatic angle of the explosion over a highway shows a bright flash

Parts of Chelyabinsk, central Russia, are left in tatters after a meteorite exploded sending shards of space rock onto the city's streets. Volunteers and professionals work to repair windows at a university and a hospital in Chelyabinsk. The cost of

Russia's Meteorite Explosion Was "Heard" Half-Way Around the World A big ol' meteroite exploded over Russia last Friday, and while the shock waves that shot across the Internet were definitely strong, the ones that shot through the atmosphere were

Authorities in a Russian city say more than half of the acres of windows smashed in the city by an exploding meteor's shock wave have been replaced. Friday's explosion, estimated to be equivalent to several atomic bombs, shattered glass in more than 4

Parts of Chelyabinsk, central Russia, are left in tatters after a meteorite exploded sending shards of space rock onto the city's streets. Volunteers and professionals work to repair windows at a university and a hospital in Chelyabinsk. The cost of

'Die Hard' feels the love over Valentine's Day weekend

As a dating columnist, I believe the Valentine's Day column is basically my most important column of the year. But I counted my weeks wrong, and as you can see, my V-Day column is late. My apologies to anyone who was holding their breath or who

The pop star and the singer/songwriter sparked engagement rumors after their romantic outing in California.

Happy Valentine's, Google — see you in court. By Bobbie Johnson. 10 hours ago Feb. 17, 2013 - 7:51 AM PST. 1 Comment. A; A. Summary: A British man has found some sympathy in the courts because Google did not delete false comments about him made

If you're like me and you didn't get the flowers you ordered for your wife on Valentines Day, and then you felt like a complete idiot for wasting a hunk of your day or so on the phone with no result, that's because you are an idiot. If you want

While not exactly a couples retreat flick, Die Hard opened on Valentine's Day and carried enough momentum into the weekend to escape the fate of other action films of late. Arnold Schwarzenegger's The Last Stand, Sylvester Stallone's Bullet to the Head

7 Things We Learned from Charles Barkley's Fascinating 50th-Birthday Interview

Jan. 24, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA: TNT announcer Charles Barkley court side prior to the game between the Phoenix Suns against the Los Angeles Clippers at t.

Charles Barkley was shamed into admitting a secret. We're all worse off for knowing it.

Charles Barkley was shamed into admitting a secret. We're all worse off for knowing it.

"Auburn guy" Charles Barkley appears to be enjoying the latest Alabama football news.

Charles Barkley was shamed into admitting a secret. We're all worse off for knowing it. Share on Facebook. Tweet this post. This video serves as a reminder that you should never admit to doing something like this. The video comes to us courtesy of

Russian Meteor: Chelyabinsk Cleaning Up After Meteor Blast

NASA Goddard published a photo of the vapor trail from the meteor that crashed into Russia this morning.

Russia's Meteorite Explosion Was "Heard" Half-Way Around the World A big ol' meteroite exploded over Russia last Friday, and while the shock waves that shot across the Internet were definitely strong, the ones that shot through the atmosphere were

CHEBARKUL, Russia — After a brilliant flash illuminated the sky on Friday morning like a second sun, Alyona V. Borchininova and several others in this run-down little town in the Siberian wilderness wandered outside, confused and curious.

If a meteor was heading toward California, would residents have any warning? It all depends on the size of the space rock and the time of day. At night, astronomers can see an object hurtling toward Earth through a telescope.

By now, you're probably familiar with the Russian meteor that exploded in the earth's atmosphere on Friday. But what really happened?

AARP gives Michael Jordan the perfect 50th birthday gift (PHOTO)

Michael Jordan turns 50 on All-Star Sunday, Feb. 17, which has recently led to all sorts of brilliant career retrospectives on the man known as "Air Jordan." His Airness, he of six NBA championships, six NBA Finals MVPs, five regular-season MVPs, three

An interesting Dirk Nowitzki mention can be found in the midst of a lengthy piece that was recently written about Michael Jordan. Michael Jordan (23) of the Washington Wizards shoots over Dirk Nowitzki (41) of the Dallas

Chicago Bulls legend Micahel Jordan celebrated his 50th birthday today. Stars turned out for Jordan's birthday party at the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston last night-- which coincides with the NBA All Star weekend. Guests

Michael Jordan turns 50 on All-Star Sunday, Feb. 17, which has recently led to all sorts of brilliant career retrospectives on the man known as "Air Jordan." His Airness, he of six NBA championships, six NBA Finals MVPs, five regular-season MVPs, three

Michael Jordan is known as one of the most competitive athletes ever, so on the occasion of his 50th birthday, we asked NBA All-Stars if there was anything in the world they thought they could beat the G.O.A.T. at. *********

Tearful Pistorius Hears Court Murder Charge

The family of sporting idol Oscar Pistorius have broken their silence about the fatal shooting of his girlfriend and vehemently protested his innocence. Pistorius, dubbed the "blade runner", is in police detention facing a charge of premeditated murder

Accused girlfriend murderer Oscar Pistorius has been transferred into a NEW JAIL after officials in South Africa decided his old cell wasn't suitable…

Moments after he shot and killed his model girlfriend, Oscar Pistorius reportedly called one of his best pals, sobbing. "I've killed my baba! God take me away!", Justin Divaris told the UK's newspaper, The Sunday People

The mystery over South African sprinter Oscar Pistorius's role in the killing of the model Reeva Steenkamp has deepened amid a series of claims and counter-claims about what happened at his home in Pretoria last week. South African newspapers reported

Accused girlfriend murderer Oscar Pistorius has been transferred into a NEW JAIL after officials in South Africa decided his old cell wasn't suitable…

Alabama Shakes Rock 'Always Alright' on 'SNL'

Last night, you could have watched Alabama Shakes play the same song from two different settings on two different television channels at the same exact time.

"Christoph Waltz; Alabama Shakes" S38 / E14. I Watched This. A−. B+−. C+−. D+−. F. Undo Skip Grading Cancel OK. Change grade. Grade it. by David Sims February 17, 2013. B Community Grade

Watch video of Alabama Shakes on 'Saturday Night Live'

Alabama Shakes appeared on tonight's Christoph Waltz-hosted episode of Saturday Night Live as musical guest. The band put on a stellar performance of Hold.

At this year's Grammy Awards, Alabama Shakes were nominated for a couple of awards. Although they didn't take home any Grammys, their lead singer Brittany Howard gave a memorable performance during the ceremony,

No Ordinary Affenpinscher, Banana Joe Is Named Best in Show

The succession race riveting dogdom stars a stately American Foxhound, a peripatetic Affenpinscher, a docile Bichon Frise and a 90 pound (40 kilogram) Old English Sheepdog. Tonight they face winners of the sporting, working and terrier groups in the

NEW YORK – Less than an hour before the spotlight settled on an uncommon dog with a familiar name, Joe the Affenpinscher was peacefully snoozing in the benching area at Madison Square Garden. Perhaps he was dreaming of Best in Show glory.

NEW YORK - Banana Joe didn t monkey around this time. The little affenpinscher with the bouncy step and shiny black coat walked off as America s top dog Tuesday night, winning best in show at the Westminster Kennel

“Within a half hour of the big win, I already had quite a few emails from people looking for affenpinschers,” said Jude Daley, president of the Affenpinscher Club of America. She breeds the rare toy dogs in South Hampton, New Hampshire. Her pups go for

The succession race riveting dogdom stars a stately American Foxhound, a peripatetic Affenpinscher, a docile Bichon Frise and a 90 pound (40 kilogram) Old English Sheepdog. Tonight they face winners of the sporting, working and terrier groups in the

Happy Valentine's Day, Justin Verlander: Kate Upton says she's single

Happy Valentine's Day everyone! Whether you're spending the day with your friends, family or boyfriend or girlfriend, this day is all about celebrating your.

Happy Valentine's Day: Congressmen Introduce Sex Ed Reform Bill. Sen. Lindsey Graham waiting to introduce companion. By Steven Nelson. February 14, 2013 RSS Feed Print. South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham is expected to introduce the Senate

My wife and I never celebrated Valentine's Day. We figured it was everyone's holiday, and we wanted a day to ourselves. So we celebrated the day we met, and whenever we could, we would go the restaurant where we had

We tried to think of some deep and meaningful message to send out to you, lovely readers, on this Valentine's Day but really all we want to say is, We Love You! Thanks for being awesome. (Oh and don't let those Valentine

Happy Valentine's Day! 9 Romantic Cable News V-Day Greetings To Share With Your Loved Ones. by Andrew Kirell | 4:25 pm, February 14th, 2013 VALENTINE'S DAY » 30 comments. Dear Mediaite readers,. Happy Valentine's Day! Need a last minute

Agent: Oscar Pistorius has received 'overwhelming support'

Oscar Pistorius wept openly in court today in South Africa as a judge charged him with the Valentine's Day murder of his model girlfriend. Pistorius…

The Olympic athlete reportedly called best friend Justin Divaris immediately after the incident and told him, "There has been a terrible accident, I shot Reeva"

Oscar Pistorius visited by family and agent in police cell. Oscar Pistorius' agent Peet van Zyl says he is lending the athlete "moral support" as he remains in a police cell, charged with murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp. 620. 349

Found at Murder Scene. 0217_Oscar-Pistorius_getty A blood-spattered cricket bat is now the center of the investigation into the shooting death of Oscar Pistorius' model girlfriend this according to a newspaper in South Africa. Cops are unsure if

Found at Murder Scene. 0217_Oscar-Pistorius_getty A blood-spattered cricket bat is now the center of the investigation into the shooting death of Oscar Pistorius' model girlfriend this according to a newspaper in South Africa. Cops are unsure if

Re-wear your clothes, designer Westwood advises Kate Middleton

Chi magazine, the Italian publication which printed topless photos of Kate Middleton vacationing in France last fall — has now decided to run pictures of the pregnant Duchess frolicking on the beach in a bikini while on private

Paparazzi photos were taken of pregnant Kate Middleton in a nearly nothing; see why Prince William is furious. The grainy photos were taken on a beach in Mustique when they were on a (widely publicized) private vacation.

Chi magazine, the Italian publication which printed topless photos of Kate Middleton vacationing in France last fall — has now decided to run pictures of the pregnant Duchess frolicking on the beach in a bikini while on private

Chi magazine, the Italian publication which printed topless photos of Kate Middleton vacationing in France last fall — has now decided to run pictures of the pregnant Duchess frolicking on the beach in a bikini while on private

"It's been a real sour note for the end of their trip," a source tells Us of the pictures of Prince William and his pregnant wife on vacation in Mustique, which Italian magazine Chi plans to publish.

'Die Hard' feels the love over Valentine's Day weekend

If you're like me and you didn't get the flowers you ordered for your wife on Valentines Day, and then you felt like a complete idiot for wasting a hunk of your day or so on the phone with no result, that's because you are an idiot. If you want

The pop star and the singer/songwriter sparked engagement rumors after their romantic outing in California.

Elaine Cook and her boyfriend of 10 months went out last week for Valentine's Day, returned to her apartment and got in a fight. She asked him to leave, but he wanted to end the argument. So he leaned in for a kiss. And that's when she bit his tongue

(Memphis) Police have arrested a teen for the murder of a Memphis father on Valentine's Day. Teddy Bears and kind words hang on a fence near the Citgo on Austin Peay Highway. It's where 24 year-old Corey Anderson was shot. He called his mother to let

If you're like me and you didn't get the flowers you ordered for your wife on Valentines Day, and then you felt like a complete idiot for wasting a hunk of your day or so on the phone with no result, that's because you are an idiot. If you want

Kate Middleton, Amanda Seyfried & More Are Magnificent in McQueen

The first photos of Kate Middleton's bare baby bump have been published by the same Italian gossip magazine that printed pictures of the Duchess sunbathing topless in September, and according to Gawker, the royal family is irate. Chi, the magazine

Either way, when William and Kate were boyfriend and girlfriend they spent a carefree week's holiday at the property in 2006. Her uncle arranged exclusive use of a motor yacht for the couple and William is said to have been taken by Gary's down-to

His skills earned him four British Designer of the Year Awards and his label, now headed by creative director Sarah Burton, counts one of the most fashionable Brits—Kate Middleton—as a fan. Not only did the Duchess don a McQueen wedding dress, but

EVERYONE got to see photos of Kate Middleton looking sexy in her bikini earlier this week And now it's her sister, Pippa Middleton, to have her time in the.

Paparazzi photos were taken of pregnant Kate Middleton in a nearly nothing; see why Prince William is furious. The grainy photos were taken on a beach in Mustique when they were on a (widely publicized) private vacation.

No Ordinary Affenpinscher, Banana Joe Is Named Best in Show

Banana Joe, the con artist mutt who stole Westminster out from under Swagger's paws, is headed to Broadway in what is being dismissed by at least one critic as “stunt-casting so desperate and uninspired it makes Jeremy

Banana Joe, the affenpinscher who was named Best in Show at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, will appear in Wednesday evening's performance of "The Mystery of Edwin Drood."

The champion, who is called Banana Joe and nicknamed Joey, looks a bit like a Westie made out of chocolate and is the first of his breed to win the annual New York canine competition. The New York Times was very excited

Banana Joe, a black dog with a monkeylike face, became the first affenpinscher to win Best in Show at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show on Tuesday night. He defeated six dogs, one a Portuguese water dog on the same night that Bo, who is the same

Banana Joe, the con artist mutt who stole Westminster out from under Swagger's paws, is headed to Broadway in what is being dismissed by at least one critic as “stunt-casting so desperate and uninspired it makes Jeremy

'Die Hard' feels the love over Valentine's Day weekend

Valentine's Day doesn't have to be about celebrating romantic love that you have with a significant other. (Though, theres's nothing wrong if you do.) It can be about celebrating love, pure and simple. Love for your family, friends, and don't forget

Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt: Valentine's Day with the Twins! Angelina Jolie and her fiance Brad Pitt spend their Valentine's Day together while visiting the Natural History Museum on Thursday (February 14) in Los Angeles,

Superstar singer Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon went all out for what appeared to be a very romantic Valentine's Day. The American Idol judge shared it with her followers and fans all night long. "Happy Valentine's Day lovers!!!! Our valentine's day

Superstar singer Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon went all out for what appeared to be a very romantic Valentine's Day. The American Idol judge shared it with her followers and fans all night long. "Happy Valentine's Day lovers!!!! Our valentine's day

The couple "were smiling and really enjoying the day" with their youngest in L.A..

'Die Hard' feels the love over Valentine's Day weekend

Kellan Lutz looks handsome while keeping it casual as he walks down the street on Thursday afternoon (February 14) in

Superstar singer Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon went all out for what appeared to be a very romantic Valentine's Day. The American Idol judge shared it with her followers and fans all night long. "Happy Valentine's Day lovers!!!! Our valentine's day

Kellan Lutz looks handsome while keeping it casual as he walks down the street on Thursday afternoon (February 14) in

The owner of a Subway shop in Angers, France is under fire for only offering a Valentine's Day special to heterosexual couples. Citing the current status of gay marriage in France, the franchise owner defended his actions and invoked his freedom of

Kellan Lutz looks handsome while keeping it casual as he walks down the street on Thursday afternoon (February 14) in

Russian Meteor: Rushing to Cash in on the Blast

A meteorite has just exploded over Russia. This doesn't feel good when you know that a 150-foot asteroid is about to fly by Earth—and you read about the actual effects of an impact if astronomers' calculations are wrong.

The meteor that streaked over the skies of Russia — creating a shockwave that shattered windows, injuring upwards of 1000 people — is not related to the asteroid that will whiz past Earth later today, (Feb.15), NASA has

A day after a massive meteor exploded over this city in central Russia, a monumental cleanup effort is under way. Authorities have deployed around 24,000 troops and emergencies responders to help in the effort. Officials say more than a million square

CHEBARKUL, Russia — After a brilliant flash illuminated the sky on Friday morning like a second sun, Alyona V. Borchininova and several others in this run-down little town in the Siberian wilderness wandered outside, confused and curious.

CHELYABINSK, Russia (Reuters) - A meteorite streaked across the sky and exploded over central Russia on Friday, raining fireballs over a vast area and causing a shock wave that smashed windows, damaged buildings and injured 1,200 people. People

Republicans rip Obama immigration plan; Rubio calls it 'dead on arrival'

Rubio -- part of an eight-member, bipartisan Senate panel working on an immigration reform bill -- also said the purported proposal was disappointing to those “working on serious solutions” and repeats failures of past legislation. He said the White

Sen. Marco Rubio sits down with Seth Meyers on "Saturday Night Live" to prove he can get through a sentence without a glass of water.

White House responds: Then do something about it.

The statement: "I still live in the same working-class neighborhood I grew up in." Marco Rubio on Tuesday, February 12th, 2013 in GOP response to Obama's State of the Union. The ruling: Sen. Marco Rubio said he still lives in the "same working-class

Rubio -- part of an eight-member, bipartisan Senate panel working on an immigration reform bill -- also said the purported proposal was disappointing to those “working on serious solutions” and repeats failures of past legislation. He said the White

No Ordinary Affenpinscher, Banana Joe Is Named Best in Show

Banana Joe and Swagger beat out five other dogs to win the titles of Best in Show and Reserve Best in Show, respectively. The other contenders, all of whom won their respective groups, were an American foxhound, a Bichon Frise, a smooth fox terrier,

Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show "Best in Show" winner Banana Joe made his Broadway debut last night in Roundabout Theatre Company's critically acclaimed new Broadway production of Rupert Holmes' The Mystery of Edwin Drood. The first

A few days ago, you probably had no idea what affenpinschers were; but pretty soon, you won't be able to escape them! Ever since 5-year-old Banana Joe was named Best in Show on Feb. 12 at the Westminster Kennel Club

Banana Joe, an affenpinscher who won best in show during the 137th Westminster Kennel Club dog show, walks in the ring Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2013, at Madison Square Garden in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II). Banana Joe, an affenpinscher, owned

Banana Joe, a black dog with a monkeylike face, became the first affenpinscher to win Best in Show at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show on Tuesday night. He defeated six dogs, one a Portuguese water dog on the same night that Bo, who is the same

Soccer player Robbie Rogers reveals he is gay

MIDFIELDER, who won 18 caps for American national team, also reveals he has retired from football at 25.

U.S. national team player, MLS star and former Leeds United midfielder Robbie Rogers penned a blog post on Friday implying that he is gay, and choosing to walk away from football.

The internet was full of encouragement for Robbie Rogers, who announced on Friday that he was gay and that he would at least temporarily be stepping away from the game.

U.S. National Soccer player Robbie Rogers simultaneously announced that he is gay and is walking away from soccer. The 25-year-old wrote a post on his website which he tweeted out Friday. "For the past 25 (years) I have been afraid, afraid to show whom

Robbie Rogers, 25, a Mater Dei High graduate who has played in MLS and for U.S. national team, says in blog post that he is gay and is 'stepping away' from soccer. February 15, 2013|By Kevin Baxter. Mater Dei High graduate and professional soccer

Agent: Oscar Pistorius has received 'overwhelming support'

The family of sporting idol Oscar Pistorius have broken their silence about the fatal shooting of his girlfriend and vehemently protested his innocence. Pistorius, dubbed the "blade runner", is in police detention facing a charge of premeditated murder

But today they write headlines about Oscar Pistorius, days ago perhaps the most popular South African since Nelson Mandela, that begin “Blade Gunner.” Police said there had been previous incidents at the home, allegedly “of a domestic nature,” flying

But today they write headlines about Oscar Pistorius, days ago perhaps the most popular South African since Nelson Mandela, that begin “Blade Gunner.” Police said there had been previous incidents at the home, allegedly “of a domestic nature,” flying

The latest revelations, under the headline The Case Against Oscar, come after his family launched a fightback campaign saying the police had no evidence to sustain a charge of murder. Mr Pistorius' father Henke told the Telegraph in an exclusive

Accused girlfriend murderer Oscar Pistorius has been transferred into a NEW JAIL after officials in South Africa decided his old cell wasn't suitable…

Danica Patrick Fastest In Daytona Practice

Thanks for joining us for tonight's Sprint Unlimited coverage. Make sure to tune in to FOX and log back on tomorrow at 1 p.m. ET for live coverage of Daytona 500 qualifying. This is Kevin Harvick's third win in nine starts in this event. He had to

Here are the 19 participants in the Sprint Unlimited race Saturday night.

Kevin Harvick dodged a multi-car accident to set the fastest time in NASCAR's first practice session of the year at Daytona.

But a first Sprint Cup pole win for a female, by one of the sport's most popular drivers, in NASCAR's biggest race would likely cost her some down time on Monday and Tuesday, when there is no Sprint Cup on-track activity. It stands to reason, after all

Of the 23 tracks that play host to races in NASCAR's premier series, 21 are owned by publicly traded companies such as International Speedway Corp. and Speedway Motorsports Inc. Officials with those tracks have said they don't provide attendance

Box office update: 'Die Hard' and 'Safe Haven' neck-and-neck on Friday with ...

Nicholas Sparks adaptation “Safe Haven” topped action sequel “A Good Day to Die Hard” in an opening day showdown -- no doubt helped by Valentine's Day date night audiences.

“Safe Haven” PG-13 — PG-13 — Teen fans of romance novels in any form will nestle right into the predictable, sentimental story, with just a dash of danger, that is “Safe Haven.” If it weren't for Josh Duhamel's supremely likable performance, the

CNN's Chris Cuomo meets teens in Chicago who are turning their lives around thanks to one woman's dedication. CNN Hero Diane Latiker began by inviting young people into her home to escape the violence on the streets.

No one knows how long this safe haven will remain, as conditions are ripe in the region for the fungus to spread. Nearly 800 West African amphibians were tested for the fungus and all of them were found to be free of the disease in a study published in

No one knows how long this safe haven will remain, as conditions are ripe in the region for the fungus to spread. Nearly 800 West African amphibians were tested for the fungus and all of them were found to be free of the disease in a study published in

Kate Middleton fashion The Duchess of Cambridge has too many clothes says ...

"You can't compare this with the media persecution of Lady Diana," says the editor of the Italian tabloid, which also printed the nude sunbathing pictures of Prince William's wife in September 2012.

And the roulette stops on Chi: after reports that paparazzi were shopping photos of Kate Middleton and Kate Middleton's baby bump in a blue bikini—plus photos of Will and Pippa, sans bumps—the Silvio Berlusconi–owned

Paparazzi photos were taken of pregnant Kate Middleton in a nearly nothing; see why Prince William is furious. The grainy photos were taken on a beach in Mustique when they were on a (widely publicized) private vacation.

"It's been a real sour note for the end of their trip," a source tells Us of the pictures of Prince William and his pregnant wife on vacation in Mustique, which Italian magazine Chi plans to publish.

Kate Middleton needs to stop buying clothes and try to recycle her outfits, according to fashion icon Dame Vivienne Westwood. The designer, who believes in quality over quantity, believes the Duchess should make more of an effort to be environmentally

Republicans rip Obama immigration plan; Rubio calls it 'dead on arrival'

U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) — or as he's known now, the thirstiest man to ever have walked the planet — sat down with Seth Meyers from Saturday Night Live to prove he can make it through a sentence without needing to guzzle down some H2O.

You get a little nervous in the green room, and you eat a whole bag of you eat a dry roasted peanuts and some beef jerky,” Rubio said. “There are hot lights on you, the room isn't ventilated. You're wearing your lucky burlap unitard under your suit, so

It all starts so simply, with Rubio (who finished with five points and 10 assists in 15 1/2 minutes of playing time on Friday) getting a switch on the perimeter, hesitating just a beat and driving right against Golden State Warriors swingman Harrison

U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) — or as he's known now, the thirstiest man to ever have walked the planet — sat down with Seth Meyers from Saturday Night Live to prove he can make it through a sentence without needing to guzzle down some H2O.

The optimism surrounding comprehensive immigration reform is being threatened by the leak of an incomplete draft of a White House immigration proposal that GOP hydrophile Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) is calling dead on

Michael Jordan World Photos: On MJ's 50th Birthday, A Look Back At His ...

It's hard to believe that Michael Jordan turns 50 today, and if that makes you feel old -- well, you're not alone. It seems like just yesterday he was hoisting his sixth NBA championship trophy above his head and teaching Gatorade drinkers to be Like Mike.

An interesting Dirk Nowitzki mention can be found in the midst of a lengthy piece that was recently written about Michael Jordan. Michael Jordan (23) of the Washington Wizards shoots over Dirk Nowitzki (41) of the Dallas

Jordan has eight. Chuck was telling me to talk mess to Michael. He was saying, ''You're the new guy. You're going to be all that.'' Michael just looked at me. In the second half, the real Michael Jordan came out. I think he ended up with 45 points. I

Michael Jordan is one of the most celebrated athletes of all time. PHOTOS: Nike Brings Back The Nike Air For The 2013 Air Jordan III Release.

Mike • 1 day 18 hours ago. Jordan had it all - the perfect combination of speed, agility, power, inside and outside game, and swag. He had the global impact and became a worldwide icon. Heck, he might have been one of the best trash talkers of all time.

No Ordinary Affenpinscher, Banana Joe Is Named Best in Show

Banana Joe the Affenpinscher took home the top prize Tuesday at the 137th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, where he was awarded Best in Show. Banana Joe is owned by Zoila Truesdale of Attleboro and Mieke Cooijmans of Holland. Cooijmans is

The champion, who is called Banana Joe and nicknamed Joey, looks a bit like a Westie made out of chocolate and is the first of his breed to win the annual New York canine competition. The New York Times was very excited

The two lugs we have now just slept through it. The star of the night was “GCH Banana Joe V Tani Kazari” a.k.a. “Banana Joe,” an Affenpinscher who took Best in Show: Proving once again that dogs are better than people. +5

Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show "Best in Show" winner Banana Joe made his Broadway debut last night in Roundabout Theatre Company's critically acclaimed new Broadway production of Rupert Holmes' The Mystery of Edwin Drood. The first

Banana Joe, the con artist mutt who stole Westminster out from under Swagger's paws, is headed to Broadway in what is being dismissed by at least one critic as “stunt-casting so desperate and uninspired it makes Jeremy

Beyonce & Jay-Z Lovingly Sing Coldplay's 'Yellow' To Each Other

As the Grammy Awards get underway for 2013, some of music's biggest stars have already begun celebrating. Jay-Z and Kanye West shared the award for B.

Beyonce and Jay-Z's relationship has been going strong for 10+ years which is so rare in the entertainment industry. Although Beyonce is very hush-hush when it comes to her marriage, this weekend, she will unveil a little

Winners at the 2013 Grammy Awards, courtesy of THE ASSOCIATED PRESS: _ Album of the year: "Babel," Mumford & Sons.

Beyonce and Jay-Z have been very protective of showing off their daughter to the world, and just because Beyonce is showing her in her HBO special, that doesn't mean we'll be seeing any more of Blue Ivy than we already have. She told E! News in a

No wonder, Beyonce and Jay-Z were so overjoyed when they conceived Blue Ivy. Singing the Coldplay song only seems fitting. And there's no doubt that the duo is madly in love with each other. Watch below! (They sing Coldplay's “Yellow” around the 1:07

Subway Franchise In France Limits Valentine's Day Special To Heterosexual ...

Valentine's Day is only two days away, and who knows the glory and pain of true love better than Wes Anderson characters? After the jump, you'll find eight Valentine's Day cards with various quotes expressing varying

Rihanna steps out in a orange dress as she exits Blok nightclub on Thursday (February 14) in Hollywood, Calif. The 24-year-old singer was joined by a few friends for a fun night out to celebrate Valentine's Day. PHOTOS:

The couple "were smiling and really enjoying the day" with their youngest in L.A..

Valentine's Day doesn't have to be about celebrating romantic love that you have with a significant other. (Though, theres's nothing wrong if you do.) It can be about celebrating love, pure and simple. Love for your family, friends, and don't forget

While most Americans were celebrating Valentine's Day, National Public Radio was celebrating the latest event by radical feminist Eve Ensler, who wrote the play The Vagina Monologues. Her event against violence against women -- and the "patriarchy"

Get Wins or Die Trying: Michael Jordan at 50

Follow the career of former basketball star Michael Jordan, from his college career to being the Chicago Bulls' MVP, to his multiple retirements, at Biography.com.

Roughly 25 years ago, they were already wearing Michael Jordan's jersey in the Congo. Isn't that a kick? That's pretty much the only evidence you need to understand his impact: In Central African villages where they didn't have running water or cable

We've heard all the explanations — excuses, really — for the way the Knicks have played for two full months, explanations about age, about injuries to Raymond Felton and Rasheed Wallace, all the rest of it. Through it all, Knicks fans cling to the

ESPN brings an engaging article about Michael Jordan, the iconic basketball star, on the eve of his 50th birthday. Consider your life a success when the entire world of sport cares about your age post-career, but perhaps this

Don't do it, Michael. Perhaps we're all a bit curious about your game at 50, but only to a point. We'd like to remember the great Michael Jordan in his prime. Jordan has been back in the news this All-Star weekend, from a series of birthday tributes to

Alabama Shakes rattle 'Saturday Night Live,' singer Brittany Howard's talent ...

SNL - 02/16/13 - H: Christoph Waltz - MG: Alabama Shakes TV Talk.

Brown's Zac Brown Band, featuring Gardendale's Chris Fryar on drums, is another Alabama tie to Grammy nominations -- there are eight groups or people with state ties nominated for 13 awards. Other Alabama nominations: Casting Crowns, The Civil Wars,

But when Alabama Shakes frontwoman Brittany Howard dug into the fourth verse, chills and noticeable mid-song applause ensued, as the Athens-based musician delivered leonine vocals that evoked Janis Joplin. Sir Elton maintained the momentum with a

VIDEO - Alabama Shakes on SNL - Saturday Night Live performance in February 2013. The group sang Hold On. Watch here!

The state of Alabama will be represented Saturday night when the Alabama Shakes take the stage on SNL. This Bama-based band was formed in Athens in 2009 and.

No Ordinary Affenpinscher, Banana Joe Is Named Best in Show

The winner of the 137th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show was crowned Best in Show at New York's famed Madison Square Garden Tuesday night: a 5-year-old Affenpinscher nicknamed “Banana Joe V Tani Kazari.” With the victory, Banana Joe is

The winner of the 137th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show was crowned Best in Show at New York's famed Madison Square Garden Tuesday night: a 5-year-old Affenpinscher nicknamed “Banana Joe V Tani Kazari.” With the victory, Banana Joe is

Banana Joe, a black dog with a monkeylike face, became the first affenpinscher to win Best in Show at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show on Tuesday night. He defeated six dogs, one a Portuguese water dog on the same night that Bo, who is the same

The Affenpinscher won the 2013 Best In Show award at the Westminster Dog Show on Tuesday night.

The Affenpinscher won the 2013 Best In Show award at the Westminster Dog Show on Tuesday night.

Subway Franchise In France Limits Valentine's Day Special To Heterosexual ...

The couple "were smiling and really enjoying the day" with their youngest in L.A..

Cameron Monaghan sports a Strokes t-shirt and a leather jacket as he leaves Vignette Nightclub on Thursday (February 14) in West Hollywood, Calif. The 19-year-old Shameless actor spent Valentine's Day out with friends that night. PHOTOS: Check out the

LeAnn Rimes steps out in a festive red top for Valentine's Day to pick up some cup cakes from Susie Cakes on Thursday (February 14) in Calabasas, Calif. The 30-year-old singer also stopped by Planet Beauty to buy a few

The owner of a Subway shop in Angers, France is under fire for only offering a Valentine's Day special to heterosexual couples. Citing the current status of gay marriage in France, the franchise owner defended his actions and

Chace Crawford keeps a low profile with his baseball cap and sunglasses while leaving Hugo's Cafe on Thursday afternoon (February

US Soccer Player Opens Up About Being Gay

Ex-U.S. midfielder Robbie Rogers reveals he is gay | Soccer. Robbie Rogers, a former midfielder for the U.S. soccer team who went to play in England, revealed he is gay and is leaving the sport to "discover myself away from football." PREV of NEXT

The internet was full of encouragement for Robbie Rogers, who announced on Friday that he was gay and that he would at least temporarily be stepping away from the game.

MIDFIELDER, who won 18 caps for American national team, also reveals he has retired from football at 25.

Robbie Rogers came out on Friday. This is a big deal.

Former Leeds United and US international football player Robbie Rogers has revealed he is gay in an online post. The 25-year-old, who most recently played for Stevenage, also announced he was stepping away from football. "For the past 25 years I have

US Soccer Player Opens Up About Being Gay

In a poignant post entitled "The Next Chapter" on his personal website, U.S. soccer player Robbie Rogers has come out as gay and also stepped away from professional soccer.

Former Major League Soccer player Robbie Rogers came out of the closet in a blog post on Friday and also announced that he's leaving football. Wrote Rogers, in part: Secrets can cause so much internal damage. People

Twitter reaction of current and former United States national team players to the news that Robbie Rogers had announced he was gay and "stepping away" from soccer.

Robbie Rogers came out on Friday. This is a big deal.

Former Major League Soccer player Robbie Rogers came out of the closet in a blog post on Friday and also announced that he's leaving football. Wrote Rogers, in part: Secrets can cause so much internal damage. People

Kate Middleton 'Determined To Remain Fashionable' Throughout Pregnancy

"You can't compare this with the media persecution of Lady Diana," says the editor of the Italian tabloid, which also printed the nude sunbathing pictures of Prince William's wife in September 2012.

Prince William Speaks Out Over Kate Middleton Baby Bump Pics.

"It's been a real sour note for the end of their trip," a source tells Us of the pictures of Prince William and his pregnant wife on vacation in Mustique, which Italian magazine Chi plans to publish.

It's hard to imagine Kate Middleton looking frumpy, but it's been revealed that the Duchess of Cambridge is terrified of letting her fashionable image slip as her baby bump grows bigger. Most mums to be don't have the time or energy to worry about

Issa is one of Kate Middleton's favourite labelsStepping out on the runway, Cara - who walked at almost all of the New York Fashion Week AW13 shows - was smouldering; coming over all smokey eyes, windswept hair and feminine in the look. Issa's designs

No Ordinary Affenpinscher, Banana Joe Is Named Best in Show

The winner of the 137th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show was crowned Best in Show at New York's famed Madison Square Garden Tuesday night: a 5-year-old Affenpinscher nicknamed “Banana Joe V Tani Kazari.” With the victory, Banana Joe is

The winner of the 137th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show was crowned Best in Show at New York's famed Madison Square Garden Tuesday night: a 5-year-old Affenpinscher nicknamed "Banana Joe V Tani Kazari.

NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Banana Joe took home the top award at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show on Tuesday night. But the real winners may turn out to be dog breeders that sell black-furred, scrunchy-faced

The 137th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show took place Monday and Tuesday nights, Feb. 11 and 12. Best in Show was awarded to Banana Joe, the Affenpinscher out of the Toy group.

A few days ago, you probably had no idea what affenpinschers were; but pretty soon, you won't be able to escape them! Ever since 5-year-old Banana Joe was named Best in Show on Feb. 12 at the Westminster Kennel Club

No Ordinary Affenpinscher, Banana Joe Is Named Best in Show

NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Banana Joe took home the top award at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show on Tuesday night. But the real winners may turn out to be dog breeders that sell black-furred, scrunchy-faced

Banana Joe, an affenpinscher who won best in show during the 137th Westminster Kennel Club dog show, walks in the ring Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2013, at Madison Square Garden in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II). Banana Joe, an affenpinscher, owned

Banana Joe, an affenpinscher who won best in show during the 137th Westminster Kennel Club dog show, walks in the ring Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2013, at Madison Square Garden in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II). Banana Joe, an affenpinscher, owned

“Within a half hour of the big win, I already had quite a few emails from people looking for affenpinschers,” said Jude Daley, president of the Affenpinscher Club of America. She breeds the rare toy dogs in South Hampton, New Hampshire. Her pups go for

The winner of the 137th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show was crowned Best in Show at New York's famed Madison Square Garden Tuesday night: a 5-year-old Affenpinscher nicknamed "Banana Joe V Tani Kazari.

Box office update: 'Die Hard' and 'Safe Haven' neck-and-neck on Friday with ...

Josh Duhamel and Julianne Hough star in “Safe Haven.” /JAMES BRIDGES. Getting a freebie is always fun. But, there is just something about getting a freebie for buying movie tickets that rocks. Fandango is offering a number

No one knows how long this safe haven will remain, as conditions are ripe in the region for the fungus to spread. Nearly 800 West African amphibians were tested for the fungus and all of them were found to be free of the disease in a study published in

CNN's Chris Cuomo meets teens in Chicago who are turning their lives around thanks to one woman's dedication. CNN Hero Diane Latiker began by inviting young people into her home to escape the violence on the streets.

A pair of Valentine's Day heartthrobs -- Relativity Media's "Safe Haven" and Fox's "A Good Day to Die Hard" -- courted different demos Friday to the same tune of $7.2 million. Wednesday predictions for the latest "Die Hard" installment had it earning

'Safe Haven' stars Julianne Hough and Josh Duhamel talk about their fun double date.