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96-Year-Old, Ramajit Raghav, Becomes 'World's Oldest Father'
Ramajit Raghav of Kharkhoda village, near Sonepat, Haryana, close to India's capital New Delhi, became a father for the first time in 2010 when he ... Full story
Teen, Nearly Strangled to Death at Creepyworld, Doesn't Remember Haunted House Horror
Jessica Rue’s part-time job working at a haunted house has turned into a year-long nightmare. The 18-year-old student from Pevely, Mo., made headlines last year when ... Full story
Siblings Accused of Stealing TV From Bathroom Claim They Were Having S*x
A brother-sister duo used a distressing defense — they were having sex — when they were allegedly found in the bathroom of a Massachusetts bar ... Full story
Pablo Escobar's Getaway Vacation House Turned Into Tourist Attraction
The reputation of Colombian cocaine kingpin Pablo Escobar lives on in infamy, as does one of his vacation estates named Hacienda Nápoles. No longer the ... Full story
Christian Group Slams Anti-Bullying Effort For Promoting 'Gay Agenda'
A Christian group is attacking an anti-bullying effort that encourages kids to make new friends, claiming there’s a sinful, secret “gay agenda.” The American Family Association ... Full story
86th Edition of Christmas Book Released
DALLAS, Oct. 14 -- The 2012 Neiman Marcus Christmas Book was unveiled in Dallas, with fantasy gifts such as a limited-edition McLaren and a walk-on ... Full story
2 Berkeley Law Students Arrested in Exotic Bird Beheading at Las Vegas' Flamingo Casino
Two birdbrained California law students are accused of killing and decapitating an exotic bird at a Las Vegas casino, with surveillance footage allegedly showing the ... Full story
Strange Softball-Sized Eyeball Washes Up On Fla. Beach
MIAMI — It’s not that body parts never wash ashore on Florida beaches. But usually it’s not an eye the size of a softball. State wildlife ... Full story
Florida Man Who Wins Live Roach-Eating Contest Dies Mysteriously
The winner of a roach-eating contest in South Florida died shortly after downing dozens of the live bugs as well as worms, authorities said Monday. About ... Full story
Taco The Emu Stops Traffic On Florida Highway 
This guy might stop traffic with his looks, but he's still having trouble finding love. A 5-foot-tall emu in search of a mate held up rush ... Full story
Wife-Carrying Contest: Taisto Miettinen, Kristina Haapanen Win Maine Contest
NEWRY, Maine -- A Finnish couple has added to their victories by taking first place in the North American Wife Carrying Championship at Maine's Sunday ... Full story
Liquid Nitrogen Cocktail Causes Teen in England to Lose Half Her Stomach
An English woman toasting her 18th birthday consumed a dangerous cocktail containing liquid nitrogen — a bad brew requiring emergency surgery to remove part of ... Full story
Disabled Calif. Granny Takes on 13 Intruders With Bear Spray
A disabled grandmother defended her pot farm against 13 intruders with an unlikely weapon - bear spray. The Dixon, Calif., homeowner emptied the can on three ... Full story
University of Tennessee Student Denies 'Butt Chugging' Because He's a Christian
There’s no butts about it. A University of Tennessee student who allegedly binged on alcohol by “butt chugging” denied that he was hospitalized for the dangerous ... Full story
The Real Life Anime Girl And Her Best Friend Barbie
This 19-year-old Ukrainian girl, Anastasiya Shpagina, spends hours transforming herself into a living Japanese cartoon character. Here she is with real life Barbie, Valeria Lukyanova ... Full story
- Morgan Freeman Falls Asleep During Live Interview
- How JFK Secretly Admired Hitler: Explosive Book Reveals Former President's Praise During His Travels
- Amazing Teen Girl's Guitar Solo Sparks Envy Worldwide
- Andy Kaufman Fans Believe He's Still Alive After Photos Turn Up Showing Mystery Man in New Mexico 27 Years After His Sudden 'Death'
- Woman Choked and Raped by Ex-Boyfriend After Dispatcher Informs Her There Are No Cops to Help
- Janet Jackson, 47, Officially Becomes a Billionaire After Four Decade-Long Career
- Bon Jovi Slams Bieber
- Sisters Grieving the Death of Mother Are Thrown Out of Mall for 'F**k Cancer' Hats
- Zach Sobiech, Minnesota Teen Whose Farewell Song Became Web Hit, Dies
- Agency Files Lawsuit Against Cartoon Network for "Annoying Orange"
- Jodi Arias murder trial: Killer says in jailhouse interview she didn't receive a fair trial, deserves to be free
- Jodi Arias jury can't decide on death penalty
- Soldier Killed in Attack Near London Barracks
- David Bowie's Spiders From Mars Bassist Trevor Bolder Dies
- Seahawks QB Waived: Seattle Announce Decision to Cut Backup Quarterback Josh Portis
- Westboro Tornado Blame: WBC Says Moore Event Was Basketball Player Kevin Durant's Fault
- NASA Awards Grant for 3-D Food Printer
- Jodi Arias Begs for Life: 'I'll Donate My Hair'
- Tsarnaev Friend Fatally Shot in Orlando by FBI (UPDATED)
- Pauly D Takes Inspiration from The Great Gatsby with Polished New Haircut
- Pitt Indirectly Slams Marriage to Jennifer Aniston
- Melissa McCarthy 'Fires an Extra' From the Set of Tammy After Seeing Mother Manhandle Child
- Barbara Walters' Daughter Arrested for DUI
World news
Four Americans Killed Since 2009 in US Drone Attacks
WASHINGTON — The Obama administration acknowledged for the first time Wednesday that four American citizens have been killed in drone strikes in Pakistan and Yemen ... Full story
Sport news
Indiana Pacers vs. Miami Heat Game Plan No Secret
MIAMI — Ssssshhh. The Indiana Pacers are trying to keep a secret. Unfortunately, they're doing a really bad job at it. Frank Vogel and the Pacers want everybody ... Full story
UK news
Margaret Thatcher Funeral: Britain's Iron Lady Laid To Rest With Full Pomp
Margaret Thatcher, Britain's Iron Lady, was laid to rest Wednesday with a level of pomp and protest reflecting her status as a commanding, polarizing political ... Full story
Bronx Ghetto Tours Stop After Neighbors Protest
A company that promised sightseer tours to the Bronx that included a New York City "ghetto" has stopped the bus rides under protest from an ... Full story
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Bronx Ghetto Tours Stop After Neighbors Protest
A company that promised sightseer tours to the Bronx that included a New York City "ghetto" has stopped the bus rides under protest from an ... Full story
Morgan Freeman Falls Asleep During Live Interview
It seems that Morgan Freeman didn't quite get his beauty sleep. The 75-year-old actor may have been woken a bit too early as he joined co-star ... Full story
Chuck Norris' Tebow Ode Urges Jaguars to Sign QB
Chuck Norris is petitioning to get the Jacksonville Jaguars to sign Tim Tebow because the Florida native could turn "that mediocre team into a championship ... Full story
Nissan to Recall 841,000 Vehicles Due to Steering Wheel Glitch
TOKYO - Nissan Motor Co Ltd will recall about 841,000 vehicles worldwide including the Micra compact car, also known as the March, as a result ... Full story
Bieber May Sue Party Guests
X Factor guest judge, Justin Bieber is fed up with his personal business being leaked to the public. So he’s taking drastic measures to make ... Full story
What Does Erin Evenson's $100,000 Burger Taste Like?
What does a $100,000 prize-winning burger taste like? For Erin Evenson, who took home a giant check as the blue ribbon champ of Sutter Home's ... Full story
How JFK Secretly Admired Hitler: Explosive Book Reveals Former President's Praise During His Travels
A new book out in Germany reveals how President Kennedy was a secret admirer of the Nazis. The news comes embarrassingly close to a visit being ... Full story
Amazing Teen Girl's Guitar Solo Sparks Envy Worldwide
Move over, Eddie Van Halen, there is new guitar virtuoso in town - and she is only 14 years old. A clip posted on YouTube Monday ... Full story
Andy Kaufman Fans Believe He's Still Alive After Photos Turn Up Showing Mystery Man in New Mexico 27 Years After His Sudden 'Death'
In a tale no different from the likes of Elvis Presley sightings or Bigfoot, late comedy entertainer Andy Kaufman is said to be alive and ... Full story
Woman Choked and Raped by Ex-Boyfriend After Dispatcher Informs Her There Are No Cops to Help
A terrified woman from Josephine County, Oregon, dialed 911 to report that her violent ex-boyfriend is trying to break into her home, but in response ... Full story
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