Happy New Year!

CONGRATULATIONS – if you’ve manage to log onto the Mercury website this morning, it means you’re one of the few people around Weston who isn’t terribly hungover.

Pussy Riot women vow to fight on

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Mike Pound: How to ring in the new year old-school style

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Kelly Brook steps out to celebrate New Year...in her OWN bar

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20 of 2013's most overused words

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Best of 2013: The Hottest Fashions, Makeovers, Movies and More

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Police seek drive-thru flasher

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New Year, New You : Pieces to Start off your New Year in Style

The New Year is hours away with many new opportunities waiting to for you to meet them! So let’s get started with a new you!! and what better way to kick off the new you than with a new piece! … The post New Year, New You : Pieces to Start off your New Year in Style appeared first on StyleBlazer .

Best of 2013: The Hottest Fashions, Makeovers, Movies and More

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Headbanging in Bolivia to the Flutes of Yore

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The Big Apple: Yes, the kids will have fun!

Does your family heart New York?

Man Robs Richmond Exxon at Gunpoint

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St. Louis County PD issue alert for 19-year-old schizophrenic Mo. girl

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Burlington's original hot dog lady remembered fondly

Lois Bodoky celebrates her 35th year serving hot dogs on the Church Street Marketplace in the summer of 2005.

Police seek drive-thru flasher

Suspect has targeted coffee shops in Wilsonville, Tualatin and Lake Oswego A serial flasher has exposed himself at drive-thru coffee shops in Wilsonville, Tigard, Tualatin and Lake Oswego in the past several days, and authorities are looking for help in catching the suspect. For the last few weeks, employees at ...

Job cuts for HP and Revlon announced

Computer maker Hewlett-Packard and cosmetic firm Revlon both announce end of year job cuts of thousands of workers.

A Different Perception: Artist Continues Despite Growing Blindness

[Editor's note: The following story appears in the Art Space section of the Winter 2013 edition of Passport Magazine.]

Taylor Schilling Gets Red-Carpet Tips From Thakoon Panichgul

In awards season, Taylor Schilling leans on her mentor, Thakoon Panichgul.

Man says UAE airport officer wanted him to shave

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#2013WrapUp: 10 Of The Best Natural Hair Looks Of 2013 (Blogger/Vlogger Edition)

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Police seek drive-thru flasher

Suspect has targeted coffee shops in Wilsonville, Tualatin and Lake Oswego A serial flasher has exposed himself at drive-thru coffee shops in Wilsonville, Tigard, Tualatin and Lake Oswego in the past several days, and authorities are looking for help in catching the suspect. For the last few weeks, employees at ...

The best unpublished City Paper photos of 2013

As we close 2013 and open 2014, I wanted to look back at the year that was. Here at the City Paper , many photos don't make the journey from the camera to our viewers.

Top 5 New Year's Eve party nail polish

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Bruce Jenner grows a ponytail despite Kardashian objections

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Beyonce, Jay Z Celebrate End of Vegan Challenge With Seafood, Pose With Gloria Estefan

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Our Spot-On Outfit Predictions For NYE Performers

Every new year provides a mysterious spark of anticipation for upcoming events, trends and fashion. It also gives way for a lineup of performances on a bunch of television networks, all aimed to draw in audiences.... More » The post Our Spot-On Outfit Predictions For NYE Performers appeared first on StyleBlazer .

American Girl Reveals 2014 Doll Of The Year

American Girl has revealed their 2014 doll of the year. Isabella is a ballerina with long blonde hair. Like all American Girl dolls, Isabella has a story. She is a 10-year-old aspiring ballerina who attends a school for performing arts. Although she struggles with self-esteem and adjusting to her new school, she eventually learns to... Read more » American Girl Reveals 2014 Doll Of The Year is a ...

Fish strategies and recipes: How to land more seafood on your table for a ...

Washington PostFish strategies and recipes: How to land more seafood on your table for a ...Washington PostEating more seafood can be a key to a healthful diet. But it also can seem easier said than done. The hurdles? The people you cook for, and with, might not like fish. You might not know how to cook it. The cost can be daunting, and environmental ...

Selita Ebanks' 3 Rules for Winter Fashion

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A chronology of those who died in 2013

— Editta Sherman, 101, a photographer of celebrities known as the "Duchess of Carnegie Hall" while living in a studio over the famed auditorium for six decades, in New York. No cause of death was given. — Chana Mlotek 91, a noted archivist of Yiddish music and an impressive collector of Yiddish songs from the shtels of Europe, in New York of cancer.

A chronology of those who died in 2013

NOVEMBER Nov. 1 — Editta Sherman, 101, a photographer of celebrities known as the “Duchess of Carnegie Hall” while living in a studio over the famed auditorium for six decades, in New York. No cause of death was given. Nov. 4 — Chana Mlotek 91, a noted archivist of Yiddish music and an impressive collector Read the Rest of the Entry

A chronology of those who died in 2013

NOVEMBER Nov. 1 â Editta Sherman, 101, a photographer of celebrities known as the "Duchess of Carnegie Hall" while living in a studio over the famed auditorium for six decades, in New York. No cause of death was given. Nov. 4 â Chana Mlotek 91, a noted archivist of Yiddish music and an...

Was 2013 tuff enough? The Fabulous Thunderbirds help 'Wrap it Up' until 2014

Put a fork in 2013 and grab your favorite noisemaker as you prepare to ring in 2014. It's been a fun year for SIT80's and today we Wrap It Up for the past year with The Fabulous Thunderbirds .

2013: The year in review

2013 is behind us now, and all the news reported over the last 12 months is headed for the history books or perhaps a less-lofty final resting place.

Beast Of Hollow Mountain / The Neanderthal Man (Blu-ray)

Recommended Reviewed by Glenn Erickson Under its proprietary branded line Scream Factory, the busy Shout! Factory Company continues to release neglected titles from the MGM library, which contains a large number of fantasy, horror and sci-fi pictures from Orion, A.I.P. and United Artists. This Double Feature Blu-ray / DVD combo disc pairs two UA pix with vaguely 'prehistoric' themes. One is a ...

Miley Cyrus swaps hugs from ex

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Your Morning Tea: What’s Brewing In Fashion

All hail the mane of Raquel Welch. In a witty interview, the hair icon talks about the history of her hair and how it was influenced by 60s, 70s beauty fads.... More » The post Your Morning Tea: What’s Brewing In Fashion appeared first on StyleBlazer .

Charlize Theron shows off her enviable bikini body as she holidays with Sean Penn in Hawaii

Enjoying a sun soaked vacation

Cameras could aid search efforts

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Student Media Stories Of The Year 2013: HuffPost Rounds Up The Best

There's a hell of a lot of talent among student journalists, writers and commentators. That's why, last year, we tried to gather it all in one place in our best student stories of the year 2012. It was such a success, and so many students contacted us saying they were disappointed at missing out, we decided to run it again this year. We haven't chosen according to a quota; we haven't limited the ...

Getting fit al fresco at Cambs Boot Camp

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The best music of 2013

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Six of the best to enjoy

During a recent presentation to teenage readers in Britain, John Boyne, the author of The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas , made a very interesting point about the current state of teenage fiction.

Charlize Theron shows off her endless legs and washboard abs in striped bikini as she hits the Hawaiian beach

Enjoying a sun soaked vacation

Seizing the day in style

On a breezy winter evening, we sit down for a chat with actor Sivakarthikeyan by the pool of the plush The Gateway. Siva looks visibly fit and one may deduce that the actor has been working really hard at the gym to shed a few pounds. As he sips his papaya juice, in retrospect, Siva says, “The

This New Year, stay high on the stylometer!

Ritika Handoo for ENI New Delhi: You know it’s that time of the year when all you can think of is how to look hot and happening for the big New Year’s bash. So, to set yourself footloose and not crib about the hemlines going wayward or the leggings falling short, take a breath and hold on. ENI gives you a quick idea about the latest style guide this winter! For all the ladies out there, all you ...

Robert Ehlert: The Idaho Potato Drop is great for Boise

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BREAKING: Kennewick Police Release Drawing of Suspect Wanted in Christmas Eve Murder

The Kennewick Police Department have released a composite drawing of the suspect who committed the fatal stabbing on Christmas Eve in East Kennewick.

Year in Review...A look back at 2013 in Brush

January•After more than 26 years of faithful service as an Administrative Specialist with the Brush Police Department, Vivian Llewellyn makes the decision to retire.

As one more action-packed year comes to an end, dna sports desk speak about their most memorable sporting experiences

Posing with a legend “Sachin Tendulkar will pose for a photograph with the journalists.” I overheard at the Wankhede on the eve of the cricketer’s final Test. “Maybe I should have worn something better,” I thought.

Bill Minahan, iconic former Jesuit coach, leaves inspirational legacy

TAMPA – Players always said he made you believe in the impossible. His fiery locker-room speeches – high volume, veins popping from his neck, arms waving, spit flying everywhere – were legendary.

4 Quick Ways to Transform Your Makeup to NYE-Worthy

Dressing up your makeup for New Year's Eve can be fun, but it can also be daunting. You want to look especially amazing, but you still want to look like yourself. Makeup artist James Kaliardos (who's worked on the likes of model Coco Rocha) gives us his tips to working a party style without losing yourself to layers of colour and sparkle. Keep reading to find out his simple tips.

Chloe Green sits on Marc Anthony's lap in white fringed shorts as they cosy up

Chloe Green looked stylish in an all-white outfit as her and Marc Anthony cosied up during a family boat trip on Monday.

The celebs who should have made the Queen's honours list

This is worthy of something, surely? New Year, a time for resolutions to be made only to be broken a day or two later. I never did get that gym membership and end up with Hulk-Hogan style biceps.

A Different Perception: Artist Continues Despite Growing Blindness

[Editor's note: The following story appears in the Art Space section of the Winter 2013 edition of Passport Magazine.]

10 best things to do this week: December 30-January 5

10 best things to do this week New Year's Eve happenings, Museum of Love, a playwrights fest and more of the week's best events.

Ski-mask wearing robber eludes Richmond Police

Richmond Police are searching for a suspect in the incident of two separate convenience store robberies.

Triathleats: Salmon Hash

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Star Spotting: Austin Mahone Teases A Dapper New Haircut On Instagram, Key Word ‘Tease’

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The Side Braid Is the Perfect Bad Hair Day Remedy

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Top 10 unusual Niles crime stories of 2013

It was another year of people accused of behaving badly in Niles.

Savvy Styling That Won't Harm Your Hair

All that work you do to make your hair look fabulous, like styling and coloring, can actually leave you with lackluster locks that won’t hold a style. These no-harm styling techniques will perk up your tresses and ward off hair damage.

Bruce Jenner growing a ponytail

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Welcome 2014 at New Year's Rockport Eve

Rockport will once again ring in the New Year with New Year’s Rockport Eve, a fun celebration with music and entertainment at multiple venues around town until the ball drops at midnight in Dock Square. The event runs from 6 p.m. to midnight, with six hours of continuous family entertainment and 85 shows to choose from.

Oakville businesses reminded to be cautious after theft

Halton police are investigating after two suspects made off with a woman’s wallet at the George Richards Big and Tall store, located at 3517 Wyecroft Rd., on Dec. 20.

Gwen Stefani: Street Style Queen of the Holidays?

(Source: FameFlynet Pictures) It's no secret that this humble reporter loves Gwen Stefani . Her music, her style, her vibe, her edgy-yet-elegant uniqueness and sassy playfulness––all of this (and more) inspires me daily. We rounded up our 25 Street Style Queens for your viewing pleasure, but I must say: from her retro-inspired, bleached blonde hair, milky complexion and and matte red lipstick ...

EPL Monday: Arsenal Back Up, Liverpool Falls Down

Table takes clearer shape on the eve of 2014.

Trendsetters at Work: Matt Bernson

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Gwen Stefani: Street Style Queen of 2013?

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Trendsetters at Work: Matt Bernson

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Aldro T. Hibbard Snowscapes Draw Bidders To Caddigan Auctioneers

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Police search for Westover Hills convenience store robber

Richmond Police detectives are looking for a man who robbed a Fas Mart at gunpoint Monday morning.

Greg Maddux Taught Me How To Watch Baseball

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New 'Game of Thrones' Season 4 Photos Show Epic Battle to Come

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Guard-heavy Sheldon speeds up attack

There is no secret what Sheldon High School girls basketball coach Al Burgos wants from his guards: shoot and shoot some more. No hesitation. No conscious.

Police Searching for Man Who Robbed Fas Mart Store

Richmond Police needs the public's help to identify and find a man who robbed a convenience store Monday morning.

Hiker's tip helps rescuers search for British tourist (with video)

North Shore Search and Rescue manager Tim Jones said on Sunday that they feel they have determined the likely route of British tourist Tom Billings who went missing last month on a hike in North Vancouver.

7 chic hair ideas for New Year's Eve

Try these gorgeous ideas for a bold, sophisticated look at your New Year's Eve celebration.

Britain's oldest DJ who has played with Massive Attack and Dizzee Rascal set to finally hang up his headphones at 72 ...

After decades on the decks, DJ Derek - from St Paul's, Bristol - will play his last ever show tomorrow night at Notting Hill Arts Club in London.

Edgy dresser Khloe Kardashian

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The Star Power of Hong Kong's Tutors

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Quick tips for a glamorous New Year's Eve

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Taste of the Town: Boston’s 20 best dishes and drinks in 2013

The year 2013 will be remembered as one of the more dynamic in the culinary history of Boston, we reported on in detail today in the print and online Herald . New restaurants, new trends, new chefs, even entire new dining-destination neighborhoods (Fort Point most notably) wowed Bostonians in 2013.

2016 campaign checklist: They've all been so busy

WASHINGTON—The 2016 presidential campaign is well underway. Not in name, so much, but rather in the deeds of more than a dozen people who might run.

Justin Theroux Gives Bikini-Clad Jennifer Aniston a Kiss on the Cheek--See the Pics!

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Margot Robbie: December’s most fashionable

Australian actress Margot Robbie proves why she is a rising style star upon tackling the press circuit for The Wolf of Wall Street

Search for missing tourist Tom Billings called off by weather

The search for missing British tourist Tom Billings was called off on Sunday because of deteriorating weather conditions on Vancouver's North Shore.

Look what the best dressed mutts are wearing

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Unusual 'face' shaped cloud spotted near Bideford

A NORTH Devon woman spotted what she thought looked like a large face in the North Devon skies this weekend. The unusually shaped cloud was spotted on Saturday afternoon by Linda Tattersall, who snapped this picture.

Justin Theroux Gives Bikini-Clad Jennifer Aniston a Kiss on the Cheek—See the Pics!

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Celeb Winners and Losers of 2013

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Farhan Akhtar's older daughter Shakya has black-blonde hair! Here's the family seen together

Actor Farhan Akhtar was recently spotted with his wife Adhuna and daughters Akira and Shakya.

2016 campaign checklist: They've all been so busy

The 2016 presidential campaign is well underway. Not in name, so much, but rather in the deeds of more than a dozen people who might run.

Crime News in Brief: Monday, December 30

Crime news in Hexham, Sunderland, Newcastle, South Shields and Tyneside

Audrey Hepburn's beehive from Breakfast at Tiffany's tops list of most iconic hairstyles of all time

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Satire: 5 Indian cricketers who will thrive in the Bigg Boss house

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Video helps search crews trace missing British tourist

North Shore Search and Rescue manager Tim Jones said on Sunday that they feel they have determined the likely route of British tourist Tom Billings who went missing last month on a hike in North Vancouver.

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2016 campaign checklist: They've all been so busy

The 2016 presidential campaign is well underway. Not in name, so much, but rather in the deeds of more than a dozen people who might run.

Year In Scandals, 2013: Miley Cyrus Twerks, Lance Dopes, Weiner Flops

And what a year it was.

Holly Madison opts for sequins

You may be drinking Champagne and watching the ball drop in Times Square this New Year’s Eve, but that’s not necessarily how everyone around the world rings in the new year. In Denmark, you don’t use horns to make loud, celebratory noises on New Year’s Eve – you use dishes.

NewVo Beauty Comments on 4 Hot Ways to Style Hair for the Holidays with Products like Flat Irons

Following an article by style editor Bobbie Thomas from TODAY that discusses 4 holiday hairstyles, including those achievable with flat irons, NewVo Beauty provides statement. (PRWeb December 30, 2013) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/newvo/beauty/prweb11441966.htm

Miami Day Spa Now Offering Better Alternative to Outdoor Tanning

UStyle Salon, a hair salon in Miami, announces a safe and healthy alternative to outdoor tanning. (PRWeb December 30, 2013) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/12/prweb11445648.htm

Police briefs

Man dead following crash ONE man is dead following a single-vehicle collision in Winnipeg early Sunday morning. The crash occurred near the intersection of Brookside Boulevard and Logan Avenue before 4:15 a.m., when police and emergency personnel were dispatched to the scene. Police indicate

It's party night of the year

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What have we learned from 2013

Following the shock resignation of Pope Benedict XVI in March, millions of Catholics around the world waited with bated breath to find out who their next leader would be.

Do your rooms have soul?

Tucker and Marks Design This room has a strong personality and it says, “I am a powerhouse!” It mixes white lacquer tables, antique rug, leopard fabric, a chrome desk and a bright red shaded lamp with a confidence that says, “Of course it all goes together.”

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Glam news: Sam Faiers voted sexiest celeb body of 2013

Want to know what's happening in the world of glitz and glamour? In our weekly fashion round-up, we bring you the latest on supermodels, style, designers and everything in-between!

Iraq inquiry to be published in new year

The beleaguered inquiry into Tony Blair's handling of the Iraq war is due to be published in the new year, according to national newspaper reports.

Westside-O-Rama West Seattle Entertainment Guide

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Ex-Toledoan aided transition to MCO

Carlene Thomas, a former Toledoan who was an assistant to the president of Mau-mee Valley Hospital and was involved in the hospital’s transition into the Medical College of Ohio, died Tuesday in Marietta, Ga.

Year in scandals, 2013: Miley Cyrus twerks, Lance dopes, Weiner flops

And what a year it was.Old names returned amid new peccadilloes (here’s looking at you, Carlos Danger), while an obscure government contractor took to the international stage propelled by shocking revelations about the extent of government snooping.

Cortex USA Cortisio Premium Ceramic Styling Iron

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Science’s obsession: The search for a “smart pill”

Science has plenty of theories about how to enhance our brains. Journalist Dan Hurley tested those theories

Sally Lindsay marries drummer Steve White in ivory Grecian-inspired gown

Former Coronation Street star Sally Lindsay tied the knot with her long-term partner Steve White at a wedding full of celebrity friends shortly before Christmas.

RCMP looking for missing youth

Portage la Prairie RCMP is seeking the public’s assistance locating a missing youth.

Year in scandals, 2013: Miley Cyrus twerks, Lance dopes, Weiner flops

And what a year it was.Old names returned amid new peccadilloes (here’s looking at you, Carlos Danger), while an obscure government contractor took to the international stage propelled by shocking revelations about the extent of government snooping.

Year in scandals, 2013: Miley Cyrus twerks, Lance dopes, Weiner flops

And what a year it was. Old names returned amid new peccadilloes (here’s looking at you, Carlos Danger), while an obscure government contractor took to the international stage propelled by shocking revelations about the extent of government snooping.

Nationwide search for missing teenage girl

Gardaí are carrying out a nationwide search for a missing teenage girl who hasn’t been seen since two days before Christmas.

Social media instrumental in reactivation of search for missing British tourist

After weeks of search attempts to find missing British tourist Tom Billings, a tip received through social media is something North Shore Rescue are calling their "lucky break."

Time to let the facial hair grow

Once upon a time you either had a beard or you didn't, and anything in between could suggest not a man of style but a man in strife.

Wig: They've never been more realistic - or popular... So would a wig put an end to your bad hair days?

However, they do come at a cost: while a synthetic wig costs from £80 to £200, a human-hair wig costs between £250 and £1,000.

Winehouse denies assault, says "scared"

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Premier League Team of the Week: Willian, Mertesacker and Huddlestone Star

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Gary has a tan-tastic makeover for Little Havens

A BUSINESSMAN has helped his company to raise more than £2,000 for a children’s hospice by having an Essex-style makeover.

Piñata district in L.A. produces hit after hit

A section of downtown Los Angeles has developed into a thriving wholesale and retail hub for piñatas. And it's not just Latinos shopping for the papier-mache party creations.

Search for missing tourist Tom Billings resumes after tip

Search and rescue crews are once again combing B.C.'s North Shore mountains today after two women contacted RCMP about a possible sighting of missing British tourist Tom Billings.

Kelly Osbourne hacks off her purple rinse perm in favour of a sleek bob

It's all change for Kelly Osbourne! Admittedly a purple rinse perm wasn't the best hair look we've seen Kel pull off and it wasn't really befitting a lady of Fashion Police standing so we're glad that she's had the chop.

The fashion faithful: Charlotte Stockdale

The über-stylist Charlotte Stockdale is as edgy as they get - and also exceedingly posh. The contradictions don't stop there. Caroline Roux hears how she spends her week flying between fashion capitals and Sundays in church

Bruce wowed by Huddlestone show

Hull manager Steve Bruce hailed Tom Huddlestone's midfield masterclass in the 6-0 victory over Fulham as the best individual performance he has ever seen.

Asheville area art openings, receptions, tours.

A reception for Eileen Ross, who depicts jazz musicians in her show, 'Colors of Jazz,' will be held Wednesday at the Asheville Gallery of Art, where she will be the featured artist of the month for January.

The fashion faithful: Charlotte Stockdale

The über-stylist Charlotte Stockdale is as edgy as they get - and also exceedingly posh. The contradictions don't stop there. Caroline Roux hears how she spends her week flying between fashion capitals and Sundays in church

Beauty how to: sleek plait

For New Year's Eve glamour, we say try a Valentino-inspired plait

TELL ME A STORY: In a beggar's heart (A Sicilian tale)

Once upon a time, a man built a beautiful house high atop a hill. When he died, he left his fortune and the house to his son, Antonio, who began to spend the money immediately. Antonio spent money so quickly and so carelessly that one year after his father’s death, he had nothing left — nothing but the house.

Gary has a tan-tastic makeover for Little Havens

A BUSINESSMAN has helped his company to raise more than £2,000 for a children’s hospice by having an Essex-style makeover.

Bruce wowed by Huddlestone show

Hull manager Steve Bruce hailed Tom Huddlestone's midfield masterclass in the 6-0 victory over Fulham as the best individual performance he has ever seen.

Bruce wowed by Huddlestone show

Hull manager Steve Bruce hailed Tom Huddlestone's midfield masterclass in the 6-0 victory over Fulham as the best individual performance he has ever seen.

Bruce wowed by Huddlestone show

Hull manager Steve Bruce hailed Tom Huddlestone's midfield masterclass in the 6-0 victory over Fulham as the best individual performance he has ever seen.

Nifty-Nifty.com Launches Even More New Limited Edition Italian Magnetic Eyeglass Holders.

Nifty-Nifty.com Launches more designs in Italian Magnetic Eyeglass Holders. (PRWeb December 29, 2013) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Italian-Eyeglass-Holders/Magnetic-Eyeglass-Holder/prweb11449409.htm

Miley Cyrus tops AP list of year’s top pop culture moments - Sun, 29 Dec 2013 PST

Call her this year’s pop-culture prom queen. A year ago, Miley Cyrus was no stranger to us, of course. But who could have guessed how her star would rise – or rather, explode – in 2013, making this former preteen idol one of the most watched people on the planet? And so it seems only right to make Miley our tour guide (Kim and Kanye, you came close!) as we take our annual, highly selective ...

Barfly: A warm gesture can soothe the lonely

Even with all the holiday bustle, I kept noticing the little old man. He never ordered a thing. He just hung around on the periphery, turning a battered wedding ring on his hand. Each turn probably represented a memory.

Bruce wowed by Huddlestone show

Hull manager Steve Bruce hailed Tom Huddlestone's midfield masterclass in the 6-0 victory over Fulham as the best individual performance he has ever seen.

UFC 168 in Tweets: Pros react to Anderson Silva's broken leg, Ronda Rousey vs. Miesha Tate 2

Anderson Silva lost to Chris Weidman for a second time on Saturday night. The bitter taste of defeat found Silva in the second round, just like last time, after Weidman captured a one-sided first round, just like last time. But if UFC 162 left us shocked, stunned, and a little confused, UFC 168 simply left us empty. This time Silva lost not because of his own hubris, but because of injury. One ...

Football - Bruce wowed by Huddlestone show

Hull manager Steve Bruce hailed Tom Huddlestone's midfield masterclass in the 6-0 victory over Fulham as the best individual performance he has ever seen.

FASHION POLICE : 2013 YEAR END SPECIAL

E! OnlineFASHION POLICE : 2013 YEAR END SPECIALE! OnlineMiley Cyrus and Kellan Lutz like to keep us guessing about their relationship status. The pop star and the actor were spotted together at the opening of Beacher's Madhouse in Las Vegas on Friday, Dec. 27., sparking rumors—again—that they might be ...

Dempsey: Trail Blazers thriving from midrange

In the midst of a growing push toward formulaic basketball and a tsk tsk tsk attitude for any team taking long two-point shots lives the team that is wrecking all of this.

Drawing attention

The exhibition ‘Anna Gari Bommala Koluvu’ reflects artist Balakoteswara Rao’s love for (late) NTR

No contest: Miley was our 2013 pop-culture queen

Call her this year's pop-culture prom queen.

'Game of Thrones' and 'Breaking Bad' Were The Most Pirated TV Shows of 2013

Celebuzz'Game of Thrones' and 'Breaking Bad' Were The Most Pirated TV Shows of 2013CelebuzzGame of Thrones (5.9 million) 2. Breaking Bad (4.2 million) 3. The Walking Dead (3.6 million) 4. The Big Bang Theory (3.4 million) 5. Dexter (3.1 million) 6. How I Met Your Mother (3 million) 7. Suits (2.6 million) 8. Homeland (2.4 million) 9. Vikings ...

Police searching for missing man in east Toronto

Toronto Police are searching for a 56-year-old man who has been missing since Saturday morning.

Prince blazes through 35 years of his funk catalog

UNCASVILLE, Conn. - More than 35 years after his first album, Prince remains the rare performer who regularly transforms evening into event.

Jane Fishman: D.J. of soul, style, stories

Quick. How many people do you know who have worked for Merv Griffin, shared a bottle of Champagne with James Brown and sat down with Marvin Gaye? I mean, seriously.

How Seattle can create more affordable housing

Numerous Seattle Times reports, editorials and guest columns over the past year have outlined how rents are skyrocketing throughout the city. Cranes and bulldozers are a common sight around Seattle, but there still isn't enough supply to meet the demand for diverse housing options. Guest columnists Michael Manville, Alan Durning and Monte Paulsen write about the ways Seattle can encourage the ...

SANTA DROPS IN: So who DID cut Santa's parachute strings and send him plunging 10,000ft to his death? Part Two of our ...

Last week in our exclusive story, a parachuting Santa was about to make a surprise – and very ugly – entrance during a Fatboy Slim concert. Can DS Roy Grace reinstate some Christmas cheer?

Flame-haired Danielle O'Hara celebrates her 30th birthday with yet another celebration

Danielle O’Hara made the most of her 30th birthday with not one but several celebrations with friends and family.

Match Reports

TOM HUDDLESTONE celebrated his 27th birthday in style and the next time we see him he will be sporting a different look. The midfielder scored his first goal in 32 months as Hull blew Fulham away with a second-half performance to die for.

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Game of Thrones beats Breaking Bad for the most pirated show of 2013 with 5.9 ...

Mirror.co.ukGame of Thrones beats Breaking Bad for the most pirated show of 2013 with 5.9 ...Mirror.co.ukThrones was pirated more times than it was legally watched with 5.9 million illegal downloads versus against its actual audience viewing figures of 5.5million. Breaking Bad's series finale was the next most popular download, with 4.2million people ...

Search for missing British tourist re-activated after social media tip

Search crews are out again this afternoon looking for missing British tourist Tom Billings after a social media tip about a possible sighting last month.

Notre Dame too much for Rutgers in Pinstripe Bowl

Irish run up 494 yards of offense but can score only 2 TDs to complement five Brindza field goals in 29-16 victory NEW YORK — It was at times boring, sometimes infuriating and only occasionally pretty, but how else should Notre Dame cap off its 2013 season than with a sloppy, slippery though ultimately satisfactory 29-16 victory Saturday over Rutgers in the Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium ...

Canada’s Harvey, Kershaw Notch Historic 1-2 Finish in First Race of Tour de Ski

Alex Harvey and Devon Kershaw topped of the podium Saturday in the opening prologue of the Tour de Ski. The Canadian men, dogged by slower start to their season than they would have hoped, made history to announced that they are back on form in the difficult, drizzly conditions of Oberhof, Germany.

No contest: Miley Cyrus was our 2013 pop-culture queen

Miley Cyrus embodied more than one fashion trend this year. And heading into 2014, she is one of the most-watched people on the planet. / Joel Ryan / Invision / AP

Why did Holly Willoughby's dress cause such a stir... and is there really a lizard called Brucius Forsyth? You'll find ...

Test your knowledge of the celebrities, sports personalities, news stories and scandals that have helped make 2013 a year to remember.

Why Afghanistan's election campaign may look familiar to American TV viewers

American-style debates, polling and current affairs programming are bringing a whole new level of political punditry to Afghanistan as the country prepares to elect a new president.

Why Afghanistan's election campaign may look familiar to Americans

American-style debates, polling and current affairs programming are bringing a whole new level of political punditry to Afghanistan as the country prepares to elect a new president.

Football: Fulham put up no defence as Hull post record win

Hull ended a disappointing run of form in emphatic style as they recorded their best-ever result in the Premier League with a 6-0 hammering of struggling Fulham.

Man wanted for PNC Bank robbery in Swarthmore

Police are looking for the suspect who robbed a PNC Bank branch in Swarthmore, Delaware County.

VIDEO: Huddlestone happy to earn haircut

Tom Huddlestone is happy to have the "chance to try different hairstyles again" after scoring his first goal since April 2011 in Hull's 6-0 win over Fulham.

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This guy Mike lifts his shirt so I can see the big tattoo on his back. A buffalo skull and a dream catcher. Not bad. "Where'd you get it done?" I ask.

Travel Simplicity owners nurture small-business dream with faith, persistence

Jason and Sandy Holland said their business needed to turn a profit this year in order for them to keep alive the dream of Travel Simplicity becoming their full-time jobs.

Miley Cyrus Bares Midriff For 'Britney: Piece of Me' Vegas Show!

Just JaredMiley Cyrus Bares Midriff For 'Britney: Piece of Me' Vegas Show!Just JaredMiley Cyrus shows of her midriff in a fashion-forward outfit while arriving at the grand opening of Britney Spears' two-year residency Britney: Piece of Me held at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on Friday (December 27) in Las Vegas. “I love life and ...

Fulham put up no defence as Hull post record win

Hull ended a disappointing run of form in emphatic style on Saturday as they recorded their best-ever result in the Premier League with a 6-0 hammering of struggling Fulham. Hull, who had won just twice since September prior to the game, scored all their goals in the second-half to move seven points clear of the relegation places while the visitors remain third from bottom with their defence ...

Football: Fulham put up no defence as Hull post record win

Hull ended a disappointing run of form in emphatic style on Saturday as they recorded their best-ever result in the Premier League with a 6-0 hammering of struggling Fulham. Hull, who had won just twice since September prior to the game, scored all their goals in the second-half to move seven points clear of the relegation places while the visitors remain third from bottom with their defence ...

Five moments that changed their lives

Change, for any of us, can happen in an instant. One decision, one twist or one unexpected encounter can shape a lifetime. We learn who we are and what we're capable of doing.

'The grieving never ends'

Patti Berry was 20 and broke, a high-school dropout back at home with her 6-month-old daughter. And now she was pregnant again. What happened next shattered her world. Meet five people whose lives changed with one decision.

Gay Lyons: Hepburn-inspired show previews 2014 fashion trends

People & Parties columnist Gay Lyons writes about the Fashiondrama show before wrapping up her tenure covering social gatherings in Knoxville.

'American Hustle' a portrait of swank '70s fashion

This film image released by Sony Pictures shows Amy Adams as Sydney Prosser in Columbia Pictures' "American Hustle." Adams' dress is vintage Bob Mackie. She wears vintage jewelry.

'American Hustle' a portrait of swank '70s fashion

This film image released by Sony Pictures shows Amy Adams as Sydney Prosser in Columbia Pictures' "American Hustle." Adams' dress is vintage Bob Mackie. She wears vintage jewelry.

Dizzying hunt for a new vacuum

My Hoover was dead. This I knew. The bagless upright had been in decline for awhile, despite new belts. Last summer's run-in with (how to put this?) cat diarrhea did not help. But the fatal blow came just before Thanksgiving when I yanked on the stretch hose and it ripped off.

New Year's Eve 2013: 7 cocktail recipes you said we should drink this NYE

89.3 KPCCNew Year's Eve 2013: 7 cocktail recipes you said we should drink this NYE89.3 KPCCWe reached out to some of our favorite boozing buddies for creative cocktail recipes, including Spare Room Hollywood beverage director Naomi Schimek, LAist food writer Krista Simmons and you — our listeners. Here's a list of 7 cocktails — from fancy ...

An Increase In Holiday Crimes In The Shoals

. FLORENCE, Ala. (WHNT) – During this holiday season, theft related crimes have been on the rise in the Shoals....

Telltale signs that show you've reached middle age revealed

Washington, Dec 28 (ANI): From losing touch with technology to growing ear hair, a new survey has revealed some telltale signs of middle age that will help you determine if you are past your younger days.

Family and Neighbors Remember Traman Turner

Traman Turner was found dead outside a home on Commerce Drive on Christmas Eve. Police say the murder suspect, Delano Fitz, is still on the loose and is considered armed and dangerous.

Mother of Zoe Campos says calls need to be more specific

Melinda Campos didn't want to celebrate Christmas this year. She said the family did come together to celebrate for her grandchildren. But it was hard knowing it was the first Christmas without her daughter, Zoe Campos.

Faces to watch in 2014: Entertainment and arts

Before Ansel Elgort was cast in two of next year's most highly anticipated movies, he had 900 followers on Instagram. Now — just months after shooting the dystopian action flick "Divergent" and the cancer love story "The Fault in Our Stars" — he's up to more than 117,000.

Miley Cyrus Licks Cara Delevingne's Tongue, Shares Racy Photo on Twitter

Us MagazineMiley Cyrus Licks Cara Delevingne's Tongue, Shares Racy Photo on TwitterUs MagazineAdd Cara Delevingne to the list of things Miley Cyrus has licked in 2013. The "Adore You" singer, 21, shared a picture of herself touching tongues with the model, also 21, via Twitter on Thursday, Dec. 26. "LOVE!!!!! We finally got the filmed [sic ...

Game of Thrones: Season 3 Finale Was The Most Pirated TV Show In 2013

International Business TimesGame of Thrones: Season 3 Finale Was The Most Pirated TV Show In 2013International Business Times... Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles September 22, 2013. Reuters/Mike Blake. The third season finale of “Game of Thrones” was downloaded 5.9 million times via BitTorrent, making it the most pirated television show of 2013, according to TorrentFreak.

Rihanna enjoys island life in an itsy-bitsy khaki bikini as she smokes a cigarette

The 25-year-old singer uploaded a snap to her Instagram page of her smoking a dubious-looking cigarette as she kicked back on the back near her home in Barbados.

Police search for missing 38-year-old man

POLICE say they are concerned for the welfare of a missing 38-year-old man.

Unified Police looking for suspect in aggravated robbery, kidnapping

SANDY, Utah — The Unified Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect in an aggravated...

Mother of Zoe Campos says calls need to be more specific

Melinda Campos didn't want to celebrate Christmas this year. She said the family did come together to celebrate for her grandchildren. But it was hard knowing it was the first Christmas without her daughter, Zoe Campos.

Birthday Girl Sienna Miller's Best Beauty Moments

British babe Sienna Miller turns 32 years young today, and we can’t think of a better way to pay homage than to look through her finest beauty moments. It’s hard to believe we’ve been coveting this lady’s looks for close to 10 years (she first caught our eye in was 2004’s Alfie , which she starred in with ex Jude Law ) but time flies when you’re having fun - and that’s exactly what Sienna always ...

Stanford's Rose Bowl legacy can be traced back to John Ralston

by Dave Kiefer/Stanford Athletics The first thing you notice about John Ralston is his grip. Upon your first meeting, he shakes your hand and does not let go. He looks you in the eye, smiling all the while, and asks your name. Ralston is 86, but he still knows how to make a strong first impression.

From THAT super-short pixie to waist-length waves, Beyonce's hairdresser reveals the secrets behind her most iconic cuts

Neal Farinah, 47, has been working with the singer for seven years, creating looks from some of her biggest moments.

DMV Beats: An Appreciation for Pat Is Dope

D.C. blogger and all-around hip-hop head Pat Is Dope hasn't gotten much attention from DMV Beats, and that's unfair. He serves up a steady stream of content on patisdope.com and has more than 190,000 followers (!) on Twitter. Surely they're not all stripper/porno bots.

Lee Co. deputies searching for missing 20-year-old

Lee County deputies are looking for a missing 20-year-old man.

When Memories Never Fade, The Past Can Poison The Present

On February 21, Alexandra Wolff ate steak, mashed potatoes and broccoli for dinner. read more

Lee Co. deputies searching for missing 20-year-old

Lee County deputies are looking for a missing 20-year-old man.

LCSO searches for missing 20 y/o Ft. Myers Beach man

The Lee County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in locating a 20-year-old man.

When Memories Never Fade, The Past Can Poison The Present

Only a rare few people have the ability to remember everything that happened in their lives. But that gift can seem like a curse, they say, keeping them marooned in the past and unable to enjoy the present. Forgetting, it seems, can be a good thing.

Deputies: Man poses as officer, rapes prostitutes

Deputies are looking for a man who they said is sexually assaulting prostitutes along U.S. 19 in Pas

The big 2013 Buffalo Wild Wings Bowl breakdown: Life at 7-5

Both the Wildcats and Wolverines achieved about what they were projected to in 2013 -- Michigan was projected 24th and currently stands at 32nd (both the offense and defense are a hair less successful than expected), while KSU was projected 37th and is 27th (the offense is better, the defense is worse).

Celeb Winners and Losers of 2013

Check out our breakdown of the celebs who were winning and those who didn't fare so well in 2013!

MISSING JUVENILE: Breeya Haynes

The Tallahassee Police Department Special Victims Unit is seeking the whereabouts of 13 year old Breeya Haynes.

'Dementia village' inspires new care

Theo Visser was thirsty. He got up from his seat during the half-time break in a soccer match to purchase a drink from the concession stand.

6 things to do on New Year's Eve in SLO County

This year, we encourage you to sample some live, local entertainment on Tuesday. Ring in 2014 with the SLO Children's Museum, the SLO Symphony, Zongo All-Stars, 'A Tuna Christmas' in Cambria, the Melodrama in Oceano or the Cliffs in Pismo Beach.

Miley Cyrus and Cara Delevingne French Kiss With Tongue—See a Pic From ...

E! OnlineMiley Cyrus and Cara Delevingne French Kiss With Tongue—See a Pic From ...E! OnlineMiley Cyrus doesn't just lick sledgehammers and varying inanimate objects--she licks Cara Cara Delevingne's tongue, too! On Thursday, Dec. 26, the "Adore You" singer tweeted a racy photo of herself doing just that. The filtered shot shows Miley, 21 ...

The free spirit of freestyle skiing

With the wind in her hair, the ice cold air on her cheeks and powder flying from her skis, Grete Eliassen took her sport to new extremes.

Guard-heavy Sheldon speeds up attack

There is no secret what Sheldon High School girls basketball coach Al Burgos wants from his guards: shoot and shoot some more. No hesitation. No conscious.

5 recipes to turn leftover stuffing into breakfast

Mother Nature Network (blog)5 recipes to turn leftover stuffing into breakfastMother Nature Network (blog)Stuffing Waffles – You'll have to scroll down the page to find this particular recipe among several Thanksgiving leftover recipes (turkey sushi, anyone?). Stuffing is made into a waffle batter and then made into a waffle. Gravy and cranberry sauce top ...

Isabella Cruise Shaves Off Pixie, Debuts Red Buzz Cut on Her 21st Birthday

Well, there's officially one celebrity that's over the pixie haircut: Isabella Cruise. Tom Cruise's daughter celebrated her 21st birthday by debuting a bright red buzz cut while at...

Local hero and Louisville star Teddy Bridgewater will lead the Cardinal against the Miami Hurricanes in their season ...

Louisville’s Teddy Bridgewater will finish his junior season and possibly college career by facing the team to which he was once committed: the Canes.

Outdoors can be a tough place for headphones

Somewhere along about the mid 80s headphones broke out of the home, and although they occasionally slink back inside they’ve never been quite the same since.

I don’t want to live in a world where there are no iconic band photos

Over the holiday, I finally had the time to read The Replacements: Waxed-Up Hair and Painted Shoes – which shouldn’t have been such a to-do, considering the book’s primary focus is to share rare, unseen photos of the band, but I wanted to nurse the book, not flit through it like it’s a soul-sucking Facebook gallery, and Christmas Eve finally delivered that opportunity. Right from the start, the ...

Isabella Cruise Shaves Off Pixie, Debuts Red Buzz Cut on Her 21st Birthday

Well, there's officially one celebrity that's over the pixie haircut: Isabella Cruise. Tom Cruise's daughter celebrated her 21st birthday by debuting a bright red buzz cut while at...

Hot taste of Mexico catches fire

When Mexicali Fresh opened its first store on Auckland's Princes Wharf in 2005 its maiden customer posed a worrying question: "What's a burrito?"The American family who established the business hadn't expected the first year of...

Stylist talks about the 'suite' life of doing hair

A trend that has been sweeping the hair industry is salon suites in which stylists are able to own their own space without taking on the large overhead that comes with owning a business like renting chairs, getting a salon license and having a full staff.

Middle age begins at ...

How do you know you're middle-aged? How about when you wear clothes and shoes based on comfort rather than style, or grow hair in all the wrong places: nose, ears, eyebrows? Those are just two of the signs mentioned in a recent British survey about when middle age begins and how to identify it.

10 Pieces of Life Advice from Big Freedia

It may come as no surprise that boundary-busting bounce artist Big Freedia is highly quotable. During a recent interview for a story previewing her appearance in SA on Saturday she dropped a lot of wisdom, too much to include in one piece, really. And a lot of it was smart, positive and practical. So, until Big Freedia’s Guide to Life comes out (I just made that up, but maybe I can will it into ...

How to be an Effective Mentor

Help your proteges reach their full potential with these four tips.

Have you seen him? Canada-wide warrant issued for Alta. man

Edmonton police have issued a Canada-wide warrant for an Alberta man in connection with their investigation into the stabbing death of a 25-year-old Saskatchewan man.

Almost half of ALL women return their Christmas presents from their husbands - most of it wrong size clothing and shoes

The main reason for returning clothes and shoes was because the size was wrong, followed by a poorly chosen style or colour.

Sequins, velour and big hair: American Hustle a snapshot of 1970s swanky style

It's been a record year for homicides in Surrey, with 24 up to Dec. 23. Our special interactive feature takes a closer look at this unsettling trend.

Police appeal launched after teenager approached by motorist in Lowestoft

Police are appealing for a man, who was driving a silver/grey family-sized car, to come forward after a 17-year-old girl reported being approached in the Waveney Drive area of Lowestoft.

Rose Parade float will honor WWII female pilots

In the midst of World War II, with legions of male pilots overseas, the 1,102 young women constituting the Women Airforce Service Pilots flew more than 60 million miles domestically, test-flew repaired military aircraft and ferried non-flying male military officers around the country.

Caity Lotz proud of scary style

What comes in your mind when we say Bollywood babes??? Is it fashion or beauty? So here in this special feature we bring you some best of the best bollywood accessory trends... giving you ideas to get accessorized like your favorite diva.

The Friday Clock-Watcher's Guide to NFL Week 17

If you're at the office today, I offer my condolences. What could possibly be worse than working in between Christmas and New Year's Eve? Think about it: Earlier this week, you probably stuffed your face with delicious food and drank yourself into a merry state. You got to spend time with people you love. And now, you're bloated, hungover and depressed at the office. Loved ones have been ...

Film Friday: David O. Russell's 'American Hustle' with Christian Bale, Bradley Cooper and Amy Adams

David O. read more

Vigo Sheriff continuing to investigate recent abduction

Police are continuing to investigate the recent abduction of a teenage girl in southern Vigo County.

'Game of Thrones' Tops 'Breaking Bad' as 2013′s Most

TheWrap'Game of Thrones' Tops 'Breaking Bad' as 2013′s Most-Pirated TV ShowTheWrap... actually wants to compete in for the second year in a row. “Game of Thrones” is the most-pirated television show of the year for a second time in a row, beating out AMC's “Breaking Bad” and “The Walking Dead,” which ranked second and third ...

Boulder police on 'high alert' after rash of armed robberies at Lolita's, sandwich shops

Randy Clapp, owner-manager of Lolita's Market, was outside his 24-hour neighborhood grocery Thursday afternoon with a second man as they scrutinized the downtown property's exterior.

City church collects hats to fight cancer’s ugliness

In the spirit of the season to give, members of Greater Parkview Church in Greensburg embarked on their community project right after Thanksgiving. Each year, ...

Boulder police on 'high alert' after rash of armed robberies at Lolita's, sandwich shops

Randy Clapp, owner-manager of Lolita's Market, was outside his 24-hour neighborhood grocery Thursday afternoon with a second man as they scrutinized the downtown property's exterior.

So Dan, are you REALLY happy you ditched Downton? A year after his shock exit, he's still waiting for his big ...

The dreadful film The Fifth Estate, in which Dan Stevens appeared as a Guardian journalist, was probably the acting highlight of his year.

Your Best New Year's Eve Hairstyle Is One Accessory Away

New Year's Eve may be about the Champagne, the mingling, and watching the fireworks, but it's also about acing the perfect hairstyle. Where do you even begin? Moroccanoil artistic director Antonio Corral Calero has a few tips to take your New Year's Eve mane from blah to beautiful, so you can focus on more pressing matters . . . like finding someone to smooch at midnight. "Personally, I love ...

Could You Be Making This Flat-Ironing Mistake?

Your strands take on a lot of stress all year round, but during the holidays, it can go to extremes. Between the hair spray, the updos, and the hot tools, hair can start to look and feel a little lackluster. But there are ways to help your mane make it through the soirees sans the brittle effects. "Protecting your hair is something that's easy to do," celebrity stylist Mark Townsend , who has ...

New Parkway adds to Uptown Oakland's buzz

As envisioned by Moses Ceaser, a longtime fan of the defunct hotspot that drew crowds for $30 date nights of pizza, beer and a flick, the Parkway's reincarnation is more of a community gathering space than dingy hangout.

Guard-heavy Sheldon speeds up attack

There is no secret what Sheldon High School girls basketball coach Al Burgos wants from his guards: shoot and shoot some more. No hesitation. No conscious.

Police investigating vehicle break-ins

Police are investigating multiple vehicle break-ins in the Rockville area after the suspects have stolen multiple items out of each vehicle.

Dipping into our recipe archives for New Year's appetizers

Lexington Herald LeaderDipping into our recipe archives for New Year's appetizersLexington Herald LeaderBut 30 years ago, when one of the first Herald-Leader holiday cookbooks was published, readers sent in recipes that reflected their personal cooking abilities. Prizes were awarded for the best dishes, so cooks sent recipes that they were noted for ...

Miley Cyrus Goes To Bed, Bath And Way Beyond In Steamy 'Adore You' Video

MTV.comMiley Cyrus Goes To Bed, Bath And Way Beyond In Steamy 'Adore You' VideoMTV.comMiley Cyrus gave fans the ultimate Christmas present: the full-length video for the Bangerz ballad "Adore You." While the clip was supposed to debut early Thursday morning (December 26), it leaked early, so while Smilers ripped open their gifts at home ...

Rihanna takes a boat trip in Barbados wearing as many blue hues as she can manage in one skimpy outfit

After the joy of spending Christmas with her family in Barbados, Rihanna headed outdoors wearing as many hues of blue as she could manage in one skimpy outfit

Rise of the $2,000 designer sweater: How a lowly winter staple has joined shoes and handbags as the newest luxury ...

Four-figure designer sweaters, which often creep towards $2,000, are becoming luxury commonplace.

We Tried It: Rita Hazan Root Concealer

See what happened when one editor tried to cover up her dark blonde roots with Rita Hazan's latest product.

Alberta man wanted in homicide investigation

Police have issued a Canada-wide warrant for an Alberta man wanted following the stabbing death of a 25-year-old Saskatchewan man.

Ask Chuck: Stove-up or loosen up for the new year?

Charles, my husband is in his late 50s and tells me often he hurts all over from his job. He says he feels stove-up at times, and it's difficult to move around a lot. Is he too young for this to happen?

First-degree murder warrant issued in connection with stabbing outside Edmonton hotel

The mother of an Alberta man wanted on charges of first-degree murder says her son has been missing for two days. Edmonton homicide detectives issued a Canada-wide arrest warrant Thursday for Justin Kenneth Sandquist, 23, who is wanted on charges of first-degree murder, possession of an offensive weapon and criminal hit and run in connection with the Dec. 18 stabbing death of 25-year-old Aaron ...

How will she know when it's time to place her husband in nursing care?

For Denise Thomas, the choice back then was as easy as it was joyous. Click to Continue »

Sushi Inc. not up to the competition in St. Petersburg

With lots of Asian and sushi dining options in St. Petersburg, the new kid needs to step up.

Sharlene's Hair Design celebrates twenty-five years in business

WARWICK — She must be doing something right. On Thursday, December 19, Town of Warwick Supervisor, Mayor Michael Newhard and members of the Warwick Valley Chamber of Commerce joined Sharlene Bovich, owner of Sharlene's Hair Design, and her staff to celebrate twenty-five years in business.

Full Career Retrospective and Greatest Moments for Brian Pillman

The line between fantasy and reality in professional wrestling is finer than most believe or comprehend. No one performer walked that line on a regular basis more than the "Loose Cannon" Brian Pillman . Beginning in late 1995 and lasting until his unfortunate and untimely death in October of 1997, he underwent a character change that proved to be one of the most controversial in wrestling ...

Hits and misses from Disney's Christmas Day parade

The "Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade," which aired Wednesday on ABC, is always more than just a promenade down two sets of Main Streets. The company uses that two hours of airtime to sprinkle its newest attributes amid princesses and musical numbers. Think infomercial -- but with outside commercials too.

'American Hustle' a portrait of swank '70s fashion

This film image released by Sony Pictures shows Amy Adams as Sydney Prosser in Columbia Pictures' "American Hustle." Adams' dress is vintage Bob Mackie. She wears vintage jewelry.

'American Hustle' a portrait of swank '70s fashion

This film image released by Sony Pictures shows Amy Adams as Sydney Prosser in Columbia Pictures' "American Hustle." Adams' dress is vintage Bob Mackie. She wears vintage jewelry.

No contest: Miley was our 2013 pop-culture queen

Miley Cyrus performs at the MTV Video Music Awards at the Barclays Center in New York. Her infamous performance on the VMAs showed her twerking her way into pop culture history in a teddy bear leotard that segues to a skimpy nude bikini.

3 injured in shooting in south Sacramento

SACRAMENTO - A shooting in south Sacramento Christmas night left three people with injuries.

Ralphie had his Red Rider, Pablo has his Braun Cool Tec

Ralphie in "A Christmas Story" wanted his Red Rider BB-gun. I wanted my Braun Cool Tec this yea.

Merry Christmas: A Taste of Joseph!

Christmas? What do you remember of it during your childhood days? I had asked this question on Facebook and some of my friends shared their fond memories with me.

Relentless Fun

Boy Golden is amazing. It is ridiculous, but amazing. It is one of the most entertaining films I have ever seen. Director Chito Roño eschews the boring grandiosity that tends to come with recent MMFF films and instead delivers something far crazier. It’s kind of like a Filipino Johnnie To movie; a world filled with glorious strangeness and oddly compelling violence. It is clear in ...

How to wear the tuxedo look this NYE

Ready to look absolutely smashing well into the early hours of 2014? Try the cutting-edge fashion trend of … 1966.

Copycat clowns scaring passers-by

Britain's clowning community fears its good name has been tarnished after police forces around the country revealed incidents of people in costume scaring members of the public.

A Different Perception: Artist Continues Despite Growing Blindness

[Editor's note: The following story appears in the Art Space section of the Winter 2013 edition of Passport Magazine.]

How to wear the tuxedo look this NYE

Ready to look absolutely smashing well into the early hours of 2014? Try the cutting-edge fashion trend of … 1966.

'American Hustle' a portrait of swank '70s fashion

LOS ANGELES (AP) — From Christian Bale's burgundy velour blazer to Amy Adams' plunging sequin halter dress, "American Hustle" is a cinematic romp through the over-the-top styles of the 1970s. Set in New York and New Jersey in 1978, the film tells the story of a pair of con artists (Bale and Adams) forced to work for a cocky FBI agent (Bradley Cooper) bent on bringing down powerbrokers and ...

10 great apps for your new iPad Air or iPad mini

That new iPad you got for the holidays will seem a little barren until you start adding some apps. We can tell you what you should download.

Bristol’s musical duo garners national following

When he was 10 years old, Tyler Falcoa’s house caught fire. For nearly seven months following, he and his family lived in a small, three-room trailer on their front lawn as their home was being rebuilt. “It was a tough time,” the now 19-year-old Bristol native recalled. “I was seeing a therapist and he told […]

Party People: Best Guests of 2013

With all due respect to Salman Rushdie, some party guests are just better than others, and it’s not just about good looks and stylish clothes. To be a must-add to any NYC guest list, you must be witty, you must be smart, and you must be nice . Here are the people we spent 2013 hoping to snag a seat next to at any table.

Top five celebrity makeovers

Los Angeles, Dec 26 : Some chose to cut flab and others tried new hair-dos. The year 2013 saw many celebrity makeovers.

Things To Do In Atlanta: 5 Free Activities For Your Next Trip

ATLANTA (AP) — Many people who visit Atlanta for the hundreds of conventions the city hosts each year never make it out of the few blocks around their hotels. But the city has much more to offer, and some attractions are even free. Atlanta is a diverse, cosmopolitan city that is home to major corporations' headquarters, world-class cultural institutions and restaurants helmed by award-winning ...

Miley Cyrus: 'Adore You' Video Premiere

Just Jared Jr.Miley Cyrus: 'Adore You' Video Premiere - Watch Now!Just Jared Jr.Miley Cyrus' music video for her brand new single “Adore You” has made its way online a little bit earlier than expected! The 21-year-old entertainer didn't seem too happy about the leak, but she is still looking on the bright side. “We all know ...

’Tis the Season for Film Noir: Winged Words on a Homeland Holiday

“The bad girls were so much fun to play …. Critics always said I acted best with a gun in my hand.” When actress Audrey Totter died December 12, the obituaries all but unanimously labeled her a “femme fatale of classic film noir.”

What Are You Wearing? Drag king Jamz Dean

Editor’s note: Look familiar? That’s last week’s What Are You Wearing? subject Jamie Sommer.

The Least Important Writers of 2013

With our most gracious and endearing apologies, we now present to you, in alphabetical order, the 22 Least Important Writers of 2013. Please enjoy, if possible. Read more...

Taking The Plunge: Celebs Who Chopped Off Their Hair in 2013

Short hair, don't care.

Tips for winter haircare!

New Delhi, December 26 : Your hair is the only part of your body which receives a harsh beating in winters. Here are tips to maintain your tresses.

Top five celebrity makeovers

Los Angeles, Dec 26 : Some chose to cut flab and others tried new hair-dos. The year 2013 saw many celebrity makeovers.

Top five celebrity makeovers

Los Angeles, Dec 26 (IANS): Some chose to cut flab and others tried new hair-dos. The year 2013 saw many celebrity makeovers.

Woman raped in city bar toilets

A woman who was on a night out with friends has been raped in the toilets of a bar in Newcastle, police say.

Selfie-esteem: Israel's next Instagram queen shoots to fame

Israel's next Instagram model Nastya Lisansky is divorced, not photogenic and doesn’t try to look like Cara Delevingne.

Mane and makeup forecast for 2014

AT THE recent opening of the Franck Provost luxury salon in WellCome Hotel, Molave Street, models showed off hair and makeup forecasts for 2014. Be inspired by these polished and modern looks, with hairstyles ranging from sleek to soft, and touches of fun color for both men and women.

British clowns hit out at

Clowns International said the copycat clown craze was "harming society". Photo: Chris Ison/PA Wire Britain's clowning community fears its good name has been tarnished after police forces around the country revealed incidents of people in costume scaring members of the public.

Tips for winter haircare!

New Delhi, December 26 (ANI): Your hair is the only part of your body which receives a harsh beating in winters. Here are tips to maintain your tresses.

Burlington's original hot dog lady remembered fondly

Lois Bodoky celebrates her 35th year serving hot dogs on the Church Street Marketplace in the summer of 2005.

What It Takes To Be A Special Effects Engineer

Sanjay Bakshi has spent a lot of time with monsters. He knows precisely how their hair moves as they terrorise humans, how their eyeballs swivel when they sight their prey, and how their fangs gnash when they eat.

Time to transform

It may be a cliche but the New Year is the perfect time for some 'new you' intervention.

South Africa: South Africans Search for Flavor in Their Beer

[VOA]Johannesburg -Alongside a sepia-tone poster bearing the 1920s image of a woman - wearing nothing but a string of pearls around her neck and flowers in her hair - Steve Gilroy grips a tulip-shaped glass containing ruby liquid and proclaims, "Hold this up to the light; just look at that! That's a red Irish ale. That's a thing of beauty and a joy forever."

Style blunders that make you look 10 years older: Think a chunky necklace will disguise your crepey cleavage? It's ...

Too many older women make the most basic style errors that can make them look at least a decade older.

Lorde Sounds Like Teen Spirit

The name Lorde and the phrase "pop phenomenon" go together like black lipstick and pale skin. read more

Mami, Oh Manischewitz, What an Album!

A Latin version of ‘Hava Nagila?’ An Afro-Cuban dance number about Manischewitz? It’s all in a new record celebrating the fusion of Latin and Jewish culture. Click here for the rest of the article...

Portrait Show Brings Photographer-Subject Encounters Into Focus

In photographer Chuck Close's portrait of model Kate Moss, Moss looks pretty ordinary — her skin is a confetti of freckles and pores, and there's no air-brushing to be seen. Moss trusted in Close's art, but, as an exhibit at Washington's Phillips Collection demonstrates, that isn't always the case.

Remembering some of the lives, legends and community leaders we lost in 2013

In Memoriam 2013 In a year that focused unprecedented attention on the city, its citizens and its culture, Nashvillians felt even more acutely the sting of loss. In… [ Read more ] [ Subscribe to the comments on this story ]

Lorde Sounds Like Teen Spirit

The story of 2013's wild-haired teenage pop phenomenon has more than a few parallels with the 1991 emergence of grunge kingpins Nirvana, but recast for the millennial age.

Go Western, young man

Revolutionizing the boot industry is not something Leslie Thompson ever thought she would do.

'Game of Thrones' Queen Demands Anti

TMZ.com'Game of Thrones' Queen Demands Anti-Texting App for ExTMZ.comThe hot queen on "Game of Thrones" just struck a deal with her ex-husband -- they both must download an app that PROHIBITS them from texting or emailing while driving ... for the sake of their kid. Lena Headey -- who plays Queen Cersei -- just sealed ...

'Game of Thrones' Season 4 Set Photo Gives First Look at Red Viper and Ellaria

AceShowbiz'Game of Thrones' Season 4 Set Photo Gives First Look at Red Viper and EllariaAceShowbizHBO has not released a trailer for "Game of Thrones" season 4 to officially introduce the new characters, but fans can now get a first look at Red Viper and Ellaria via an on-set photo. Obtained by WinterIsComing.net, the picture shows Pedro Pascal and ...

Portrait Show Brings Photographer-Subject Encounters Into Focus

In photographer Chuck Close's portrait of model Kate Moss, Moss looks pretty ordinary — her skin is a confetti of freckles and pores, and there's no air-brushing to be seen. Moss trusted in Close's art, but, as an exhibit at Washington's Phillips Collection demonstrates, that isn't always the case.

Cyclist hit by egg

A cyclist has been struck by an egg thrown from a vehicle in north Christchurch.

Copycat clowns scaring passers-by

The copycat craze - believed to have been started by a man known on Facebook as the Northampton Clown - involves people dressing as the circus characters to surprise passers-by in public places.

Pic: Jennifer Lopez Goes Make-Up Free While Preparing Christmas Food

Donning red pajamas, the 'American Idol' judge makes traditional pasteles with her boyfriend Casper Smart and family.

How To Accentuate Your Shoulders

Want to stylishly show off your shoulders? Here's how.

Clothes in the Past Lane to move across the street

The new storefront of Clothes in the Past Lane and Gloss Salon at 77 E. Main St., replacing Charlie B Travel. The vintage boutique, which has been at 56 E. Main St. for the past seven years, will move to partner with the blow-dry bar in January.

Music Video Auteur Anthony Mandler Respects Miley Cyrus' “Path” Even If It's ...

Vanity FairMusic Video Auteur Anthony Mandler Respects Miley Cyrus' “Path” Even If It's ...Vanity FairWe spoke with Mandler—who directed Lana Del Rey's 30-minute video “Tropico,” released earlier this month—about the state of the music video in 2013, what he thought of Miley Cyrus' video output this year, and what he makes of Daniel Radcliffe.

August: Osage County’s family lies

August: Osage County is a dense, sweaty film---a perfect foil to a cloying family holiday. Plus, Julia Roberts! by Tara Thorne "You spend a lot of time as a playwright wondering why the hell all these people are in one location and why they're not leaving it," says Tracy Letts, author of August: Osage County. "When you write a screenplay, suddenly they're free to go."… [ Read more ] [ Subscribe ...

Fashion trends of 2013

Every year fashion sees tons of different trends pass through. Sometimes they stick, sometimes they don'.

Copycat clowns scaring passers-by

Britain's clowning community fears its good name has been tarnished after police forces around the country revealed incidents of people in costume scaring members of the public.

Copycat clowns scaring passers-by

Britain's clowning community fears its good name has been tarnished after police forces around the country revealed incidents of people in costume scaring members of the public.

Copycat clowns scaring passers-by

Britain's clowning community fears its good name has been tarnished after police forces around the country revealed incidents of people in costume scaring members of the public.

All I want for Christmas …

Scott Spooner / Special to the Post Independent The beautiful and powerful tail fin of a cutthroat trout. Scott Spooner / Special to the Post Independent The Fryingpan River is a beautiful sight during the winter.

Copycat clowns scaring passers-by

Britain's clowning community fears its good name has been tarnished after police forces around the country revealed incidents of people in costume scaring members of the public.

Copycat clowns scaring passers-by

Britain's clowning community fears its good name has been tarnished after police forces around the country revealed incidents of people in costume scaring members of the public.

Tony Glynn chats to Sam Cox, wig maker for the cast of Sleeping Beauty

WIG IT UP: Dame Nellie Night Nurse (Antony Stuart-Hicks) sports a variety of wigs by Sam Cox. Pictures: Andy Robinson of J&A Cameras + Photography, www.jandacameras.co.uk.

Christmas in Waterville

A Morning Sentinel portrait of the community during the holiday.

Christmas in Waterville

A Morning Sentinel portrait of the community during the holiday.

What Amazing Gifts Celebs Got Their Children for Christmas

See What Steve Carell, Will Ferrell and Fergie Got Their Kids for the Holiday

Spaghetti with mayo, anyone? Fort St. George turns 20

Fort St. George, in Seattle’s Chinatown ID, has seen fads come and go in 20 years, but its menu continues to offer the good old standbys: spaghetti with garlic mayo, dressed-up hamburger steak.

Kim Kardashian Shares Photos From Christmas Eve Party With Kanye West and More!

Merry Christmas from the Kardashian-Jenner clan! Kim Kardashian, along with her sisters, loved ones and close friends, celebrated Christmas Eve in style at mom Kris Jenner's home for...

Avril Lavigne Gets A Mature Makeover From Allure

Avril Lavigne developed a signature look the minute she came on to the music scene in 1999.She’s known for her dark eyeliner and overall punk rocker look.The 29-year old “Here’s To Never Growing Up” singer decided to let Allure do …

Electrolysis helping Topekans 'make a huge difference in people's lives'

Topekan Laurie Guibault remembers one distinct instance years ago that confirmed her perspective on electrolysis. Guilbault, a longtime Topekan and electrologist of 17 years at Electrolysis Clinic of Topeka, 1025 S.W. Gage Blvd.

Kim Kardashian Shares Photos From Christmas Eve Party With Kanye West and More!

Merry Christmas from the Kardashian-Jenner clan! Kim Kardashian, along with her sisters, loved ones and close friends, celebrated Christmas Eve in style at mom Kris Jenner's home for...

Man-to-man coverage of L.A.'s NBA style

The L.A. Lakers and the Clippers get the 'who wore it better' treatment, focusing on uniforms, star style, hair and shoes.

Geeks or not, Weezer still rocks — this time at Belly Up Aspen

Patrick Wilson, Rivers Cuomo, Scott Shriner and Brian Bell make up the band Weezer that perform at the Belly Up club on Dec. 26 and 27.

This Is Why Mariah Carey Is The Queen Of Christmas Style

The evolution of Mariah Carey's Christmas style from the past 19 years.

Chandler Parsons shaves head to support 10-year-old with cancer

Chandler Parsons had model good looks. Literally. But the Houston Rockets forward has changed his style without concern for fashion. Instead, he’s trying to help Patrick Hobbs-DeClaire, a 10-year-old fighting cancer whom Parsons met last week. Parson shaved his hair, and he posted a picture of his new ‘do: Parsons, via Jenny Dial Creech of…

The Biggest Movie Doppelgangers Of 2013

Every year, there seem to be unintended themes emerging from movie releases. It’s almost as if the studios called each other to coordinate projects like friends in high school planning to wear matching outfits on a Friday.

Just you and me baby! Natural beauty Beyonce shares stunning outtake of herself and Blue Ivy from the video clip she ...

The singer posted a stunning black and white photograph of herself and her little girl on Christmas Eve, Tuesday night.

Justin Bieber retires on Twitter: Timeline of popstar's most controversial moments

He was a squeaky clean popstar but now it seems Biebs can't do anything right..."> Share He was a squeaky clean popstar but now it seems Biebs can't do anything right...">

Geeks or not, Weezer still rocks — this time at Belly Up Aspen

Patrick Wilson, Rivers Cuomo, Scott Shriner and Brian Bell make up the band Weezer that perform at the Belly Up club on Dec. 26 and 27.

Pope's most powerful phrase

Could five little words uttered in 2013 change the course of the Catholic Church?

Women pilots of WWII will get grand recognition in Rose Parade

In the midst of World War II, with legions of male pilots overseas, the 1,102 young women comprising the Women Airforce Service Pilots flew more than 60 million miles domestically, test-flew repaired military aircraft and ferried non-flying male military officers around the country.

New Year's Eve 2013 guide

Let's face it — we're all just partiers in the game of life by Anita Overcash Every year we're faced with the dilemma of choosing where we'll bring in the new year. If you're like me, then you find yourself overwhelmed by the plethora of options and admission fees and underwhelmed by the usual fare.… [ Read more ] [ Subscribe to the comments on this story ]

Top Spots For New Year’s Day Brunch In Denver

Keep your holiday going and celebrate New Year's Day with a big brunch with your whole family. Here are some of the best spots in town for a truly delicious brunch in Denver.

10 great apps for your new iPad Air or iPad mini

The wrapping paper has just been torn off that shiny new iPad Air or strikingly svelte iPad mini with Retina display that someone was kind enough to give you for the holidays. And believe me, between the stunning display and the way it feels in your hand, it’s going to take a long time for the shine to wear off that new iPad. And yet… it’s feeling a little empty, isn’t it? Like something’s ...

Blingy to classy: Surbhi, Manasi Salvi's trendy twist on telly (2013 In Retrospect)

By Nivedita, New Delhi, Dec 25 : Real fashion on reel! Kritika Kamra, Surbhi Jyoti to Manasi Salvi and Madhu Raja are some of the most stylish actresses on the small screen who avoided excessive embellishment and brought a refreshing trend on telly with their stylized and elegant wardrobes.

TV fashion round up: Actresses underwent a classy makeover

Surbhi Jyoti to Manasi Salvi are some of the most stylish actresses on the TV who avoided excessive embellishment.

Blingy to classy: Surbhi, Manasi Salvi's trendy twist on telly (2013 In Retrospect)

By Nivedita, New Delhi, Dec 25 : Real fashion on reel! Kritika Kamra, Surbhi Jyoti to Manasi Salvi and Madhu Raja are some of the most stylish actresses on the small screen who avoided excessive embellishment and brought a refreshing trend on telly with their stylized and elegant wardrobes.

“Scarves Choosing Tips,” A New Report On Vkool.Com, Teaches People How To Choose Cheap Fashion Scarves Easily - V-kool

The new “Scarves Choosing Tips” article on the website Vkool.com gives people tips to choose cheap fashion scarves. (PRWeb December 25, 2013) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/cheap-fashion/scarves/prweb11445735.htm

More annual Christmas story endings: A very vampire Christmas

Here are some more endings to the IJ's Christmas Story for 2014; thanks to all who contributed:

The Quiet Indian

We can all perform Downward Facing Dog and a host of other pretzel-like poses, but can we perform Outward Facing Human?

Blingy to classy: Surbhi, Manasi Salvi's trendy twist on telly (2013 In Retrospect)

Real fashion on reel! Kritika Kamra, Surbhi Jyoti to Manasi Salvi and Madhu Raja are some of the most stylish actresses on the small screen who avoided excessive embellishment and brought a refreshing trend on telly with their stylized and elegant wardrobes.

'Game of Thrones' Season 4 Spoilers: Melisandre Predicts Death of Major ...

Enstarz'Game of Thrones' Season 4 Spoilers: Melisandre Predicts Death of Major ...EnstarzGame of Thrones season 4 will be adapting the second half of A Storm of Swords, the third novel in George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire book series. Melisandre is still an important character in the second half of the book, preaching about the ...

Blingy to classy: Surbhi, Manasi Salvi's trendy twist on telly

New Delhi, Dec 25 (IANS) Real fashion on reel! Kritika Kamra, Surbhi Jyoti to Manasi Salvi and Madhu Raja are some of the most stylish actresses on the small screen who avoided excessive embellishment and brought a refreshing trend on telly with their stylized and elegant wardrobes. They are instrumental in elevating the sartorial style from blingy to classy with a range of classic saris ...

Ben Stiller’s ‘Walter Mitty’ gets lost in his dreams

This new, uninspired take on “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty” from director-star Ben Stiller is not going to make anyone forget the great 1947 Sam Goldwyn-produced, box-office smash hit with the great Danny Kaye in the title role.

The 17 Biggest Sports Style Moments Of 2013

Hear that? *cups right hand to ear and furrows brow, looking longingly into the distance* That's the sound of 2013 slipping away, right through your fingertips. *WOMP WOMP* We hope we've been helping you rehash all the biggest and best moments in FASHUN that this year has had to offer (before whatever havoc you raise […]

10 truly bizarre Victorian deaths

And nine other bizarre Victorian deaths

Barbel Fishing – The Pope’s River Diary: January 2013

The difficult thing about producing a monthly diary, especially when you are a barbel man, is that you really need to be catching a few or at the very least be out there giving it your best shot.

A sketchbook life

At a talk by iconic British textile designer Zandra Rhodes, Shuhada Elis is all ears

The end of an era!

Many tears were shed Dec. 20 when the end of an era came in High Prairie with the closing of Leonarda’s Beauty Salon. Owner Helen Henderson closed the popular hair salon, which opened in 1961 and remained open for 52 years.

Hair Envy Alert: 5 Ways to Rock Bombshell Waves

Big, sexy hair is synonymous with bombshell status - just ask Victoria's Secret Angel Alessandra Ambrosio (above). We're not sure if it's the tousled texture, the high-wattage shine, or just the effortlessly sexy vibe, but there's something about a curled blow-dry that makes us stop and stare. Instead of your typical straight-and-clean style this holiday season, why not go for something a little ...

New Year’s Eve in ’70s Fashion, With ‘American Hustle’-Style Makeup and Hair

New Year's Eve is an occasion to revisit the looks that

Village Singers out caroling since Ed Vidler’s 1979 invitation

This Christmas season, the East Aurora Village Singers made their usual caroling stops with bells, holiday vests and “We Need a Little Christmas” sheet music.

UPDATE: Vigo County Abduction Case

The Vigo County Sheriff's Department continues its search for a red van used in an abduction of a 15 year old girl. Her captors dropped her off about 5 miles from home.

A Different Perception: Artist Continues Despite Growing Blindness

[Editor's note: The following story appears in the Art Space section of the Winter 2013 edition of Passport Magazine.]

Cressida Bonas, Prince Harry’s Girlfriend, Takes the Spotlight

The tabloids speculate: Will she spend the holidays with the royal family?

No contest: Miley was our 2013 pop-culture queen

Call her this year’s pop-culture prom queen. A year ago, Miley Cyrus was no stranger to us, of course. But who could have guessed how her star would rise — or rather, explode — in 2013, making this former preteen idol one of the most watched people on the planet? And so it seems only right to make Miley our tour guide (Kim and Kanye, you came close!) as we take our annual, highly selective ...

Holiday travel survival tools

Beauty and style maven Polly Blitzer, founder of BeautyBlitz.com stopped by to share the latest secret weapons every fashionista should have in her arsenal when on the go. Savvy Selfies A great selfie is all in the eyes, but they …

#2013WrapUp: Our Favorite StyleBlazer Videos of 2013 You Missed!

In exactly one week, we'll be getting ready to count down to 2014! But before we ring in the New Year, we're taking a look back at some of our favorite exclusive videos we ... More » The post #2013WrapUp: Our Favorite StyleBlazer Videos of 2013 You Missed! appeared first on StyleBlazer .

Suspicious object in Mount Seymour creek prompts new search for missing British tourist

North Shore Rescue conducted a thorough search of a Mount Seymour drainage area on Monday

Professional Arena Soccer League Update

12/24/13 - The Professional Arena Soccer League today announced four possible sites for this year's Newman Cup Final Four. The four markets are three-time host San Diego, Dallas, Ontario, and Chicago.

Bah, humbug!

You can’t go wrong with black. It’s slimming. It’s simple. It’s sleek. It’s the shade that Audrey Hepburn is remembered most for wearing in Breakfast at Tiffany's.

Fashion Fanfic: Inside One Direction's Annual Secret Santa Gift Exchange

How we imagine a Secret Santa gift exchange between One Direction would go.

Police: Girl abducted from Vigo Co home

Vigo County Sheriff's Detectives are asking for the public's help in identifying individuals wanted for questioning in an abduction of a 15-year-old female in southern Vigo County. Read more at www.WISHTV.com

Holy Hog coming to downtown Tampa; Cristino's pizza flips for Ybor; second Shear Art opens

DOWNTOWN TAMPA — The aroma of barbecued ribs and smoked brisket will soon permeate the southern edge of Franklin Street, when Holy Hog Barbecue opens in downtown Tampa opposite City Hall.

Ledisi Reveals How She Cares for Her Locs

Her biggest tip: "Let your hair do what it wants to do."

Guard-heavy Sheldon speeds up attack

There is no secret what Sheldon High School girls basketball coach Al Burgos wants from his guards: shoot and shoot some more. No hesitation. No conscious.

3-Minute Brew Brings Brooklyn To State Street

Ryan Taylor pulled out a glass decanter from a six-bay pour-over stand custom-made to look like a bicycle chain. He ground up 22 grams of Ethiopian Yirgacheffe. Then the chemistry began.

Walking the oldest streets to record history

TO DOCUMENT the history of some of the oldest businesses in Sibu through their lenses, four photographers, led [...]

Shift switch: A role in "The Nutcracker," part two

The OnMilwaukee.com editors have a history of hanging up their word-smithing for a few hours and experiencing a completely different type of work. We then write about the experience in this series, called Shift Switch. This weekend, I was given the chance to be an extra in the Milwaukee Ballet's performance of "The Nutcracker."

Lasting Impressions

The Richmonders we said farewell to in 2013. by Edwin Slipek Death comes to us all. But before that comes life, and Richmond is better to have seen the likes of many talented and determined folks who died this year.… [ Read more ] [ Subscribe to the comments on this story ]

To Find Paris's Prettiest Boutique, Just Follow Your Nose

Nose isn't just Paris's prettiest boutique—it's also home to a carefully curated collection of rare beauty products, handmade candles, and perfumes.

Pussy Riot defiant after release

(AFP)[/caption] Moscow — The two jailed members of anti-Kremlin punk band Pussy Riot, whose imprisonment prompted a wave of global outrage, walked free on Monday and immediately vowed to fight injustice in Russian prisons. Maria Alyokhina and Nadezhda Tolokonnikova were released two months early under a Kremlin-backed amnesty after serving most of their two-year sentences. The pair, who both ...

SARA bring the holiday bling

On Sunday, Dec. 15, SARA Inc. hosted their annual fashion/style show. The girls that participated in this fashion show were from Fort Morgan High School, Brush High School and Weldon Valley High School.

Armed suspect robs Ft. Myers Sunoco gas station

On Monday at 5:23 p.m. the Fort Myers Police Department responded to a robbery at the Sunoco gas station located at 3006 Palm Beach Boulevard. Upon arrival police learned a black male entered the business with a firearm...

From Floppy Haired Cutie To A Chiselled Hottie: Liam Payne's Changing Faces

The One Direction Star Has Gone Through A Bit Of A Transformation

No contest: Miley was our 2013 pop-culture queen

Call her this year's pop-culture prom queen.

Palm Beach robbery suspects sought

Fort Myers Police are searching for two suspects involved in the robbery of a Sunoco gas station on Palm Beach Boulevard that happened Monday evening.

Palm Beach robbery suspects sought

Fort Myers Police are searching for two suspects involved in the robbery of a Sunoco gas station on Palm Beach Boulevard that happened Monday.

AK-47 Inventor Dead: Top Five Games Featuring the Iconic Rifle

Top 5 iconic games that used the Ak-47.

Pope's most powerful phrase

Could five little words uttered in 2013 change the course of the Catholic Church?

50 best Android apps of 2013

It was a good year for new Android apps, from entertainment and lifestyle apps through to more serious productivity tools. The year also saw a notable upswing in the number of high-quality children's apps available on Android, as developers caught on to growing use by parents.

Bruce Fessier: Hal Blaine plans to schtick with the hits

If you're any kind of student of pop music history, you know that most of the hits made in Los Angeles in the 1960s were recorded by the same group of studio musicians.

Interview: Director Peter Segal Steps Into the Ring for Grudge Match

On Christmas Day, two icons of cinematic boxing are set to go head to head when the bell sounds for director Peter Segal's latest comedy, Grudge Match . Sylvester Stallone and Robert De Niro star as Henry "Razor" Sharp and Billy "The Kid" McDonnen, two former champions that have let decades stand between their last two bouts. With one victory each against the other, Sharp and McDonnen decide ...

Till debt do us part

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 — Dr Farah’s wedding celebration last year comprised three receptions costing a whopping RM95,000 that forced her to take a RM15,000 loan even after getting financial help from...

J. Crew's Jenna Lyons Is Guest Starring in Girls--Watch Her Snidely Judge Hannah in Latest Trailer!

Looks like HBO's Girls is about to get way more stylish. J. Crew president and executive director Jenna Lyons is guest starring on the hit series' upcoming third season, and if...

Amanda Bynes goes back to her old style with blonde curls for a spot of Christmas shopping

Amanda Bynes has not had the best of years so it's nice to see the star out and about looking healthy and happy after her recent stay in hospital.

J. Crew's Jenna Lyons Is Guest Starring in Girls—Watch Her Snidely Judge Hannah in Latest Trailer!

Looks like HBO's Girls is about to get way more stylish. J. Crew president and executive director Jenna Lyons is guest starring on the hit series' upcoming third season, and if...

50 best Android apps of 2013

It was a good year for new Android apps, from entertainment and lifestyle apps through to more serious productivity tools. The year also saw a notable upswing in the number of high-quality children's apps available on Android, as developers caught on to growing use by parents.

Robbery reported at Family Dollar in Sparta

A man entered the Family Dollar in Sparta on Sunday and threatened to kill employees if he wasn't given money, according to Sparta police.

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Care2.com5 Last-Minute Health Tips for ChristmasCare2.comThe hustle and bustle of Christmas can distract us from common sense rules for keeping our families healthy and safe during the festivities. Here are a few last-minute health tips to start us out on the right foot: 1. Savor your favorite holiday foods ...

Robbery reported at Sparta store

Sparta police are looking for a man who threatened to kill an employee during a robbery Sunday evening at the Family Dollar in Sparta.

Miley, Kimye and the Obamas: A pop culture year in review

A chronological tour through the year's top pop culture moments.

What Did Hanley Ramirez Do To His Hair?

Hanley Ramirez's Instagram photos from Sunday show him with normal hair. Then, he posts this earlier today, looking like Mufasa . Is it a wig? Extensions? Or does straightening your hair work that well? Whatever it is, Hanley should keep that style for next season. Read more...

Search resumes for missing British tourist

Search crews are scouring the North Shore today looking for a missing British tourist.

Elle Macpherson Shows Us How to Style Two Chic Snow-Friendly Outfits--See the Pics!

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Elle Macpherson recently showed off her snow-ready style while out and about in Aspen. The leggy lady made a chic statement on...

Miley Cyrus Was Our 2013 Pop-Culture Queen

Call her this year's pop-culture prom queen. A year ago, Miley Cyrus was no stranger to us, of course. But who could have guessed how her star would rise — or rather, explode — in 2013, making this former preteen idol one of the most watched people on the planet?