Howard Koplowitz

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Howard Koplowitz reports on crime and breaking news events for International Business Times. Howard formerly worked on IBT's continuous news desk, where he covered trending topics. He joined IBT in March 2012.

Previously, Howard covered political corruption, health, crime and other beats for TimesLedger Newspapers in Queens, New York, where he won several national and state awards for his reporting.

Howard graduated from the SUNY-Albany, where he received a bachelor's degree in political science and minored in journalism.

Did 42 Larry Shippers Commit Suicide Over One Direction Documentary? Liam Payne Acknowledges #RIPLarryShippers Rumors

There were no confirmed reports of 42 Larry Shippers committing suicide. #RIPLarryShippers trended on Twitter, fueling rumors.

Sky News Cameraman, Mick Deane, Killed In Egypt Violence; 61-Year-Old Shot Dead In Cairo Covering Clashes

Mick Deane of Sky News was shot and killed in Cairo, The rest of the cameraman's team was unhurt, the network said.

Spontaneously Combusting Baby: Video Of 3-Month-Old Indian Boy Who Erupts Into Flames, Stumping Doctors [VIDEO]

The spontaneously combusting baby's condition cannot be explained by Indian doctors. Superstitious villagers have ostracized his parents.

Drunk Russian Doctor Stole Bag Of Heroin From Patient's Stomach During Surgery, Krasnoyarsk Police Say

The drunk Russian doctor faces 15 years in prison, accordign to police. It's unclear whether the patient was charged for possessing the heroin in his stomach.

Man Always Happy After Stroke: Malcolm Myatt, 68, Can't Feel Sadness Following Frontal Lobe Damage

Malcolm Myatt of England can't stop laughing and cracks jokes at funerals after suffering a stroke in 2004.

Ronald Lee Homer Jr. ID'd As Man Killed In Turner Field Fall In Atlanta During Braves-Phillies Game

Ronald Lee Homer Jr.'s fatal fall at Turner Field in Atlanta is under investigation, but foul play is not suspected.

Domino's Pizza Apologizes For 'Best Pizza Ever': 'So Sorry About That!' Facebook Page Responds To Jeaneth Manzaniita Tavares

Domino's has since made fun of itself over the mistake, saying it was sorry it took Jeaneth Manzaniita Tavares so long to enjoy great pizza.

James 'Whitey' Bulger Verdict: Boston's Winter Hill Gang Leader Guilty Of Racketeering Charges, But Jury Finds Some Murders 'Not Proved'

Boston mobster James "Whitey" Bulger was found guilty on racketeering charges. The jury also said some murders were "not proved."

Seattle Shooting: King County Metro Bus Driver Shot, Suspect Shot By Police

The 67-year-old bus driver was shot by the suspect, who was then shot by police. The suspect has life-threatening injuries, according to the Seattle Police Department.

'Not Homeless Need Bigger Boobs' Sign: Florida Woman, Christina Andrews, Panhandles In Pensacola For Larger Breasts [VIDEO]

Christina Andrews flashes her "Not Homeless Need Bigger Boobs" sign to motorists in Pensacola, Florida.

Sydney Elaine Leathers: Anthony Weiner's Sexting Partner Inks Endorsement Deal With iHookup After 'Weinergate' Porn Video

Sydney Elaine Leathers will be the face of iHookup, an online dating site for no-strings-attached sexual encounters.

University Of Iowa Student Alexander John Kinzel Arrested For Drinking: 'Of Course I'm Drunk, It's Thursday Night In Iowa City' [MUGSHOT]

Just days after University of Iowa was named the country's top party school, Alexander John Kinzel was arrested for alcohol consumption.

Anthony Weiner Mocks British Reporter Lucy Watson: 'It's Hard To Take You Seriously,' Says Man Who Tweeted Penis Pics [VIDEO]

Anthony Weiner told ITV reporter Lucy Watson that he felt like he "stepped into a 'Monty Python' bit."

Rafael Caro Quintero Ordered Released From Prison: 'Grandfather Of Mexican Drug Trafficking' Kidnapped, Killed DEA Agent Enrique 'Kiki' Carena

Rafael Caro Quintero served 28 years of his 40-year sentence for the kidnapping and death of DEA agent Enrique 'Kiki' Carena.

Black Bear With The Munchies Breaks Into Idaho Home, Settles For Stir-Fry Scraps

The black bear licked a cast-iron pan in the Ketchum, Idaho, home of David and Sara Edwards.

Man Arrested For Allegedly Spreading Buttered Toast On Neighbor's SUV: Christopher Brannon Charged With 'Malicious Damage To Property'

No motive was given for the buttered toast incident, which police said caused $1 in damage. Christopher Brannon was arrested and released.

Israel Hernandez Dead: Family, Friends Outraged Over Death Of Miami Graffiti Artist Who Was Tasered By Cops [PHOTO]

The family of graffiti artist Israel Hernandez want an independent investigation into his death after being Tasered.

Family Has 12 Boys: Teri And Jay Schwandt 'Gave Up A Long Time Ago' On Expecting A Girl

Teri and Jay Schwandt of Rockford, Mich., have 12 boys and figured their last and latest child would be a girl.

Maine Dad Adam Keene Pleads Not Guilty To Sending 4-Year-Old Son To Hallowell Day Care With Gun

Kennebec County District Attorney Meaghan Maloney said she believes the incident is an accident and didn't pursue felony charges.

Texas Shooting Spree Suspect Erbie Bowser Arrested In Dallas, DeSoto Killing Rampages; Ex-Girlfriend Toya Smith Killed, 3 Others Dead

Erbie Browser allegedly targeted ex-girlfriend Toya Smith's home in Dallas and his ex-wife's home in DeSoto.

MEP Godfrey Bloom Won't Apologize Over 'Bongo Bongo Land' Racist Controversy

Godfrey Bloom said he doesn't understand how his "Bongo Bongo Land" remark could offend anyone as being racist.

Anthony Weiner Calls Rival George McDonald 'Grandpa,' Gets Scolded By AARP And Labeled 'A Total Joke' By Donald Trump [VIDEOS]

Anthony Weiner was repeatedly called a "freak" by George McDonald on the campaign trail. Calling McDonald "grandpa" earned him criticism from the AARP.

Monty Panesar: English Cricketer Fined £90 For Urinating On Shooshh Club Bouncers In Brighton

Monty Panesar of the Sussex County Cricket Club apologized through a spokesman for his behavior at the Shoosh Club in Brighton.

FBI Arrest Mayors Of Miami Lakes And Sweetwater In Florida: Michael Pizzi, Manuel Morono Charged In Corruption Schemes

Florida Mayors Michael Pizzi and Manuel Morono face up to 20 years in prison if convicted on corruption charges.

Rosario Explosion Argentina: Up To 6 Dead, Dozens Injured In Apartment Building Blast

Reports varied from one death to up to six killed in a gas explosion that rocked Rosario, Argentina's third-largest city.

Kristin Davis Arrested: NYC Madam-Turned-Comptroller Candidate Allegedly Sold Prescription Pills To Drug Dealer, Feds Say [PHOTO]

Kristin Davis claimed she provided prostitutes to former New York Gov. Eliot Spitzer, her current opponent in the comptroller's race.

Photo Of Newcastle Couple Having Sex On Ancient Walls In Broad Daylight Goes Viral

The viral photo was captured by Simon Gallagher, city editor of WhatCulture.com. He said the couple did not appear to realize that their sex act was in full view.