Janice Voss: Five-Time Shuttle Astronaut Dies at 55
Former astronaut, Janice Voss, passed away from breast cancer late Monday in Scottsdale, Ariz. Voss was one of only six women to make five trips into space and to serve twice as payload commander. She was 55. As a five-time shuttle astronaut, Voss' career at NASA was one of dedication to scientific research and exploration.
Wisconsin Sisters Allegedly Assaulted Man with Pliers, Forced Him to Drink Their Urine
Two Wisconsin sisters allegedly sexually assaulted a man with pliers and forced him to drink their urine. The sisters, Valerie Bartkey and Amanda Johnson, have been charged in St. Croix County Court in Somerset, Wisc., with a felony count of second-degree assault by force and two misdemeanor counts of battery and criminal damage to property.
Is 'Bradying' the New 'Tebowing'? After 2012 Super Bowl, Twitter Users Hope So [PHOTOS]
After losing the 2012 Super Bowl, superstar quarterback Tom Brady fell to the ground and pouted in a dejected pose. The image of the New England Patriots quarterback sitting hunched over and upset immediately went viral, sparking a new fad: Bradying. Will Bradying gain the popularity of Tebowing? Twitter users seem to hope so. Take a look at these pictures of Bradying.
Whale Shark: 40-Foot-Long Fish Reeled in by Pakistani Fishermen [PHOTOS]
A 40-foot long whale shark was reeled in by fishermen in the port of Karachi, Pakistan, Tuesday, according to the Express Tribune. As the 40-foot long and six-foot wide whale shark was lifted out of the water, a large crowd gathered on the pier. The creature was sold for 1.7 million rupees or approximately $18,750.
Eli Manning Discusses N.Y. Giants Super Bowl Win With David Letterman [VIDEO]
Eli Manning opened up about the New York Giants' win in the 2012 Super Bowl on the Late Show with David Letterman. The quarterback has led the Giants to two Super Bowl Championships in four years, both victories against the Tom Brady-led New England Patriots.
Super Bowl Parade 2012: New York Giants Celebrate in ‘Parade of Champions’ [PHOTOS]
The New York Giants celebrate their 2012 Super Bowl win with a ticker-tape parade in New York Tuesday. Thousands of sports fans have filled the streets in celebration of the Parade of Champions as marching bands play and floats filled with Giants players pass through the streets. Take a look at some fan photos as uploaded on Twitter.
Iran Simpsons Ban: Homer’s Family Joins Barbie on Banned Toy List
Iranian officials have banned dolls based off the popular television series, The Simpsons, reported a local newspaper Monday. From Homer to Lisa, dolls of the Simpsons family join Barbie and other toys on a banned toylist as the Islamic Republic seeks to curtail the promotion of Western values.
Did Wes Welker’s Drop Cost the Patriots the 2012 Super Bowl? [VIDEO]
The New York Giants beat the New England Patriots 21-17 for the second time at the 2012 Super Bowl late Sunday. In a close game, fatal errors cost the Tom Brady-led Patriots the game, including one crucial drop by the normally reliable wide receiver Wes Welker. Did Welker's drop cost the Patriots the 2012 Super Bowl?
Missing Baby Lisa Irwin: Tip Hotline Gets 140 New Calls After ‘Dr. Phil Show’ Segment
After baby Lisa Irwin's parents opened up about their daughter's disappearance on The Dr. Phil Show Friday, the Crime Stoppers TIPS Hotline has reported 140 new calls. While baby Lisa has been missing for over four months, her parents, Deborah Bradley and Jeremy Irwin, told Dr. Phil McGraw in a segment Friday that they are confident their daughter is alive and will return home.
Patriots Offered All-Expenses-Paid Vacation to Aruba After Super Bowl 2012 Loss
After a disappointing loss to the New York Giants in the 2012 Super Bowl, the island of Aruba has offered the New England Patriots an all-expenses-paid vacation to cheer up the team. Giants quarterback Eli Manning is headed on a vacation as well. Many fans are left wondering if Patriots quarterback Tom Brady will join his team with his supermodel wife, Gisele Bundchen, in Aruba.
Puppy Bowl 2012: Watch Highlights of the Game and Kitty Halftime Show [VIDEO]
As the New York Giants prepared to face off against the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl XLVI late Sunday, the 2012 Puppy Bowl was also taking place. Take a look at the video highlights from the game, including the 2012 Puppy Bowl 2012 starting lineup, the Kitty Halftime Show, a historic double touchdown and more.
Steven Van Zandt Stars in Netflix’s New Original Series ‘Lilyhammer’ [TRAILER]
Netflix released a new original series, Lilyhammer, Monday, starring former The Sopranos star and E Street Band-member Steven Van Zandt. Although the Norwegian-American series was produced by Rubicon TV AS, a Norwegian production company, Netflix co-produced and financed much of the show, signaling a remarkable new business direction for the company.
Who Was The 'Tightrope Walker' in Madonna's 2012 Super Bowl Halftime Show? [VIDEO]
Madonna's epic 2012 Super Bowl halftime show proved to be a spectacular success, but one performer in particular wowed the audience and viewers at home. As Madonna danced to Hey Mr. DJ, a curly-haired Richard Simmons look-a-like dressed in a toga and gold sneakers appeared to be a tightrope walker. He is actually Andy Lewis, a talented slackliner.
Acura NSX 2012’s Super Bowl Ad Featured Jerry Seinfeld, the Soup Nazi, Jay Leno [VIDEO]
While many ads relied on tried-and-true tactics using dogs, babies and hot celebrities, one of the more original ads of the 2012 Super Bowl featured Jerry Seinfeld, Jay Leno and the Soup Nazi. The hilarious commercial shows the comedian who will stop at nothing to acquire the first Acura NSX 2012.
Missing Baby Lisa Irwin's Parents: 'I Would Do Anything to See Her Again'
Baby Lisa Irwin has been missing for four months, but her parents, Deborah Bradley and Jeremy Irwin, are confident that their one-year-old daughter is alive, well and will return home. Nearly three months since the couple's last media interview, Bradley and Irwin shared their side of the story on the Dr. Phil Show Friday in the hopes of clarifying false reports and gaining national attention for missing baby Lisa. I would do anything to see her again, Bradley told viewers.
What Time Does the Super Bowl 2012 Start?
The 2012 Super Bowl is set to air this Sunday, Feb. 5, on NBC. The highly anticipated game will feature a re-match between the New England Patriots led by Tom Brady and the New York Giants led by Eli Manning. The game is set to start at 6:30 EST.
Cardboard Ayatollah: Cutouts of Khomeini's 'Return' from Exile Mocked Online [PHOTOS]
In commemoration of the 33rd anniversary of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini's return from exile Wednesday, the Army of the Islamic Republic of Iran re-enacted the Grand Ayatollah's return to Iran 1979. The re-enactment at Tehran's airport has sparked humorous commentary from around the world due to the peculiar ceremony, which included a cardboard cut-out of the late Iranian leader.
World’s Most Expensive Pigeon Sold for $328,000 to Chinese Shipping Magnate
A Chinese shipping magnate, Hu Zhen Yu, broke a world record by paying a record price of $328,000 for a Dutch pigeon, making it the world's most expensive bird of its kind.
Missing Baby Lisa Irwin’s Parents: ‘We Are Still Looking for Her’
Baby Lisa Irwin has been missing for four months, but her parents, Deborah Bradley and Jeremy Irwin, believe their one-year-old daughter will return home. Nearly three months since the couple's last media interview, Bradley and Irwin will share their side of the story on the Dr. Phil Show on Friday in the hopes that national exposure will get their daughter home. She is still out there. She is still missing, Irwin said. We are still looking for her.
New ‘Hunger Games’ Trailer Released: 'There's 24 of Us. Only One Comes Out.' [VIDEO]
A new trailer for the highly anticipated film, The Hunger Games, was released Thursday. The Hunger Games, starring Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson, will hit theaters on Mar. 23, 2012. Watch the video of the new trailer here.
Super Bowl 2012: Top 9 Apps for New England Patriots vs. New York Giants Game
The 2012 Super Bowl will feature a heated game between the New England Patriots led by Tom Brady and the New York Giants led by Eli Manning. Sports fans in Indianapolis and at home will be able to follow the game closely with new mobile apps made for the 2012 Super Bowl. Follow the game closely with one of these nine top Super Bowl 2012 apps.
Blizzard to Hit Central States: Nebraska, Colorado, Kansas to See Up to 24 Inches of Snow
A blizzard is expected to hit central U.S. late Thursday and into Friday, dumping at least a dozen inches of snow in the Eastern Plains region, including Nebraska, Colorado and Kansas. The area could see up to 24 inches of snow.
Groundhog Day 2012 Prediction: Is Punxsutawney Phil Right About Winter?
According to legend, Punxsutawney Phil's predicts there will be six more weeks of winter before spring arrives, but is the Groundhog Day 2012 prediction right about winter?
Missing Baby Lisa Irwin: Parents Claim 'Ridiculous Accusations' in Dr. Phil Interview
Baby Lisa Irwin has been missing for nearly four months and her parents, Deborah Bradley and Jeremy Irwin, continue to claim that she was taken from their home. Nearly three months since the couple’s last media interview, Bradley and Irwin will share their side of the story on the Dr. Phil Show on Friday, Feb. 3.
Valentine’s Day 2012: Worst Gift Ideas from Roaches to Toasters [PHOTOS]
Valentine's Day 2012 is around the corner, but the supposedly romantic holiday will be met by groans and sighs from many across the country. In picking out the perfect gift for your sweetheart, take a look at the worst Valentine's Day gift ideas for Feb. 14, 2012 from roaches to toasters.
Egypt Soccer Match Leads to Riot, 9 Most Deadly Football Riots in History
At least 70 people were killed when riots broke out between soccer fans of rival Egyptian football teams in Port Said, Egypt on Wednesday. Hundreds were injured in the riots and there is uncertainty of how many fans were killed. Take a look at the most deadly incidents in football history.
Former Slave’s Letter to ‘Old Master’ is a Cheeky Must-Read [FULL TEXT]
A captivating letter from a former slave to his old master has resurfaced online. The letter is a response from ex-slave, Jourdon Anderson, after his former owner, Colonel P.H. Anderson of Big Spring, Tenn., asked Jourdon to return to his farm to work after more than 30 years of servitude. The must-read letter's expression is cheeky, but clear.
Cleveland Volcano: Alaska Eruption Raises Alert, Could Impact Flights
Authorities are monitoring a restless Alaska volcano for ash emissions and explosive activity. The Alaska Volcano Observatory has observed renewed eruptive activity of the Cleveland Volcano this week and a new lava dome has developed. An eruption followed by heavy ash emissions could threaten intercontinental flights.
Virginia Aftershocks From 2011 Earthquake Continue to Rattle State
Aftershocks from the magnitude-5.8 earthquake that hit Virginia last summer continue to rattle the state. The U.S. Geological Survey reports that a 3.2 magnitude aftershock hit Louisa, Va. at 6:39 p.m. Monday.
Elisabetta Canalis: Pictures of Steve-O’s Hot Girlfriend, George Clooney's Ex [PHOTOS]
Italian actress and model Elisabetta Canalis was spotted kissing Jackass stuntman Steve-O earlier this week. Take a look at these pictures of Steve-O's hot new girlfriend and George Clooney's ex: Elisabetta Canalis.