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.

Watch Vietnam Airline Bikini Girls Dancing Show That Sparked $1K Fine [VIDEO]

The in-flight entertainment offered by a Vietnam airline -- bikini-clad beauty queens dancing in the aisle to a song that included the lyric, "I go crazy for banana" -- has caused the government to levy a nearly $1,000 fine.

Tia Sharp: Missing Girl's Body Found, Stuart Hazell Sought By Scotland Yard In 12-Year-Old's Death

The search for missing 12-year-old Tia Sharp has turned into a murder investigation after the girl's body was found Friday at her grandmother's home near London.

Universal Flu Vaccine: Influeza Discovery May Render Annual Flu Shots Obsolete [REPORT]

Annual flu shots could become a thing of the past after an encouraging discovery may give way to a universal flu vaccine.

'Gilbert Grape' Mom Darlene Cates Undergoes Dramatic 250-Pound Weight Loss, Seeks Acting Comeback

More than 20 years since she played the depressed, morbidly overweight mother of Johnny Depp and Leonardo DiCaprio in "What's Eating Gilbert Grape," Darlene Cates is about half the woman she used to be after a 250-pound weight loss.

Ryan Lochte On 'The Bachelor?' Olympic Swimming Star Eyes Reality TV, 'Dancing With The Stars' Also Possible

Swimmer Ryan Lochte conquered the pool during the 2012 London Olympics. Now the gold medalist may try to take over reality television, either by appearing on "The Bachelor" or "Dancing with the Stars."

Patrick Mikes Jr. Charged With Murdering Father, Still Missing In Michigan

A Michigan college was arraigned Thursday on charges he murdered his father, who remains missing after he disappeared late last month.

Joanna Krupa Nip Slips: 'Real Housewives Of Miami' Star Suffers Wardrobe Malfunction In Hot Pink Bikini

Joanna Krupa of "The Real Housewives of Miami" hit the beach in Santa Monica, Calif., Tuesday in a bikini that caused two nip slips for the 33-year-old Polish model.

Dirk Nowitzki Quietly Marries Girlfriend Jessica Olsson [PHOTO]

A year after getting an NBA ring with the Dallas Mavericks, Dirk Nowitzki quietly added another ring when he wedded girlfriend Jessica Olsson late last month.

'Baby Beluga' Dies: Whale That Inspired Raffi Song Succumbs To Cancer At 46 [PHOTO]

The beluga whale that was the inspiration for "Baby Beluga," the hit song from children's singer Raffi, died Monday at the Vancouver Aquarium from cancer caused by old age, the aquarium said. She was 46.

The Monkees Announce Reunion Tour 2012: Are They Coming To Your City?

The surviving members of The Monkees announced dates Wednesday for their 2012 Reunion Tour, six months after the death of lead singer Davy Jones. Find out here if the band is playing in a city near you.

2024 Olympics Bids: Kenya Mulls Push To Become First African Host; France, Canada, U.S. In Mix

With the 2012 London Olympics nearing its end, a number of countries have their focus on the 2024 Olympics with Kenya being the latest nation mulling over a bid for the games.

Edinburgh Airport Nude Picasso: Poster Painting Back On Display After Complaints [PHOTO]

In an about-face, the Edinburgh, Scotland, airport will not cover up a poster of a Picasso nude in one of its terminals after the move evoked outrage and ridicule.

Bob Hoskins Retires From Acting After Parkinson's Diagnosis: Symptoms, Onset And More About The Disease

British actor Bob Hoskins is retiring from his craft after being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.

U.S. President Obama demonstrates a story of survival after meeting with victims of shooting in Aurora, Colorado

'Romney Hood' Vs. 'Obamaloney:' Mitt Claims Obama's 'Robin Hood In Reverse' Line Distorts Facts [VIDEOS]

President Barack Obama and presumptive Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney have stepped up their attacks on each other in recent days, with Obama calling Romney's tax plan "Robin Hood in reverse" and the former Massachusetts governor saying the president's characterization was "Obamaloney."

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James Bond Channel: Watch 007 24/7 On BSkyB Before 'Skyfall' Release

Now you can get your fix of 007 24-7, as British network BSkyB is dedicating an entire channel to James Bond.

Rob Kardashian Headed To USC Law School, Following In Father's Footsteps

Rob Kardashian is following in the footsteps of his famous father, the late Robert Kardashian, Sr., after the 25-year-old former "Dancing With The Stars" contestant tweeted that he's headed to law school at the University of Southern California.

South Carolina Grandma Beaten By Grandson Jesse Beam In Chicken Salad Misunderstanding: 'Don't Call Me Chicken!'

A South Carolina grandma was allegedly beaten by her grandson after she brought him home some chicken salad and he thought she called him, "chicken," in a misunderstanding that led to several injuries.

Levi Johnston Seeks Custody Of Tripp After Watching Bristol Palin Lifetime Reality Show And F-Word Incident [VIDEO]

Levi Johnston is seeking custody of son Tripp with ex-fiancee Bristol Palin after he viewed her reality show, "Bristol Palin: Life's a Tripp" and found her not to be a fit mother.

Prince Harry Wears Angry Birds Hat At WOMAD Music Festival In Break From 2012 London Olympics

Prince Harry has had the reputation of being the wilder brother between him and Prince William, and according to a new photo taken at the 2012 London Olympics, the redheaded prince is also the goofier one, too.

Chris 'Mad Dog' Russo Barks At Hope Solo: 'Shut Up' And 'Go Canada,' Sirius XM Host Tweets During USA Vs. Canada

Fiery Sirius XM radio host Chris "Mad Dog" Russo barked Monday at U.S. Olympic women's soccer goalie Hope Solo, saying on Twitter she should "shut up" as the Americans faced Canada at the 2012 London Games.

Fred Matua Dies: USC Trojan Teammates Mourn Offensive Lineman's Death At Age 28 On Twitter

Former teammates of ex-USC Trojans offensive lineman Fred Matua took to Twitter to pay their respects to the 28-year-old, who died Sunday from a heart-related illness.

Nick Delpopolo Disqualified From 2012 Olympics After Failing Drug Test, Claims He Inadvertently Ate Pot Brownie

U.S. judo competitor Nick Delpopolo was disqualified at the 2012 Olympics in London after the 23-year-old reportedly tested positive for THC, a substance found in marijuana, during a drug test.

Tropical Storm Ernesto Strengthens, Expected To Become Hurricane As Early As Tonight; Mexico Issues Hurricane Warning For Yucatan

Tropical Storm Ernesto is expected to become Hurricane Ernesto as early as Monday night as it picks up speed, resulting in a hurricane warning for a portion of Mexico, according to the National Weather Service.

Phillips Idowu Missing: Olympic Triple Jumper's Whereabouts Unknown Days Before 2012 London Event

Concern has set in for the trainer and agent of missing triple jumper Phillips Idowu of Great Britain after the track and field star hasn't been seen just four days before he is set to compete in the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Text Before Crash: Chance Bothe Typed, 'I Need To Quit Texting,' Warns Drivers To Put Down Phones

Chance Bothe is the poster child for the dangers of texting while driving. The Texas college student sent the text, "I need to quit texting, because I could die in a car accident" moments before a crash caused him to suffer a broken neck, crushed face, fractured skull and traumatic brain injuries during the January accident.

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