PHOTO:Woman Uses Diamond Ring to Escape Being Buried Alive
It's a nightmare that none of us ever want to live through. A woman who was buried alive in a cardboard box has put into a vivid picture how she used her diamond engagement ring to cut the bonds off her hands and legs free, and then hack her way out of the box.
Survivors Remember Japanese Attack on Pearl Harbor 70 Years Ago
That shocking attack by Japanese planes on the multiplex of U.S. military bases in Hawaii was not just one of the most significant moments in American history; it was also one of the largest news days at the time.
Cruise faced 'moment of truth' in Mission Impossible 4
Tom Cruise hit the red carpet on Wednesday for the world premiere of the fourth Mission Impossible film in which he performed his most daring stunt yet. "Mission Impossible - Ghost Protocol" is filmed for the most part in Dubai.
Michael Barrymore Admits To Cocaine Possession
Veteran entertainer Michael Barrymore has pleaded guilty to possessing cocaine; this is the latest development following his unfortunate arrest at the scene of a car crash Nov. of this year.
Fans Weigh in on Sam and Mercedes on ‘Glee’
After a mostly hit-or-miss season that was significantly better than the last, this week's episode of "Glee" brought in mixed reactions from fans and indifferent viewers alike.
Will & Kate Attend a Benefit Pop Concert in London
The Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William put on their dancing shoes and got their rock on on Tuesday night in London.
Giant Pandas, On Loan From China, Now Living in Scotland
The most famous pair of giant pandas arrived in Scotland on Sunday to a welcome of cheering multitude while British officials announced the strengthened ties between the Scotland and China symbolized by the 10-year loan of the bears.
A Review of Garry Marshall’s ‘New Year’s Eve’
With director Garry Marshall's newest offering, you might want to make time in your fully loaded holiday schedule.
Fresh iPhone Apps: Google+ update, EyeEm update, Tetris, Act of Fury: Kraine’s Revenge
With the App race only ever heating up, you can definitely expect that more apps will be made available to your iPhone per week.
'Merging tsunami' Amplified the Carnage in Japan
Some very interesting information about the recent Tsunami incidents in Japan has been uncovered. The colossal tsunami produced by the March 2011 earthquake off the coast of northeastern Japan was a "merging tsunami."
2011's Biggest Beauty Trend, Revealed!
It might have been the year for cutting back expenses and the birth of the term "recessionista" but this beauty product never did go out of style, in fact it even experienced a boost in sales.
Astronomers Find Biggest Black Holes Yet
Astronomers have reported that they have found and measured one of the largest black holes found in the universe as of late.
National Board of Reviews Chooses Tilda Swinton for Best Actress
With the New York Film Critics Circle and now, the National Board of Reviews announcing their winners for the year, it certainly feels like the awards season is well underway.
Young Stars Take Center Stage at Country Music Awards
Maybe it's because the award giving body is a newcomer itself but the old timers take a backseat to the relative amateurs of this year's Country Music Awards.
The Queen of England Faces a Pay Freeze
Looks like the global financial crisis has finally made its way to the royal family. Reports have been released that even that even the queen herself will experience a dent in her bank account.
'Cyber Week' Results in Record Online Spending of $6 Billion
While Black Friday may be a great American tradition, Cyber Monday is proving to be one of the best ideas that Wal-Mart has ever had.
Santa Makes Downtown Appearance
As Christmas draws near, everyone is raring for a chance to feel the holiday spirit.
Will Lady Gaga Really Stay Single Forever?
In the wake of her latest interview, fans and kibitzers alike are feasting on Gaga's latest bombshell-she has never found a love that lasts and would not hesitate spending a lifetime alone if it meant working on her craft
Volunteers Use Facebook to Help Save Dogs From Euthanasia
Pet advocates are utilizing Facebook to spread the word about dogs that have spent most of their lives in the shelter.
Pandas' Private Jet Arrives in Scotland
The way things have been going for these two giant pandas, you would think they were fully fledged celebrities.
First Superman Comic Book Sells for $2.16 Million
Isn't that always the way, the things society previously mocked countless nerds and geeks for hoarding becomes exactly the thing that makes them rich.
Top 10 Heroic Acts of 2011
It is in times of doubt and uncertainty that the human spirit can certainly do more than survive-it can thrive.
Bon Iver: From a Log Cabin to the Grammys
As the result of the Grammy Nominations became viral some very important questions were asked. The most important of those is the 2-part question: who is Bon Iver and will he pull an Arcade Fire?
Daniel Day-Lewis Transforms into Abraham Lincoln
Daniel Day-Lewis is set to play American founding father Abraham Lincoln in Stephen Spielberg's upcoming film "Lincoln."
Top searches of 2011
The year 2011 was filed with both tragedies and triumphs. Case in point: the iPhone and Steve Jobs' passing. These are the most searched people and events of this year.
Top 10 Political Scandals
You know what they say: the bigger they are, the harder they fall.
'X Factor' Pays Tribute to Michael Jackson
As the competition is slowly drawing to a close, "X Factor" ups the stakes as contestants are asked to tackle Michael Jackson's body of work.
President Obama has Brandon Jennings' New Shoes
Though the NBA lockout ended this weekend, there are still things that have stirred the pot post lockout. Case in point: a reporter asked President Barrack Obama about his thoughts on the deal that was cut.
Homeless and HIV-Positive in Atlanta: Crystal’s Story
Crystal, like countless others, is fixed in a succession of addiction, homelessness and disease. Getting HIV through selling sex in order to have the money to more drugs is much more common than many of us would like to think.
Lady Gaga and Sugarland to Perform 'You & I'
Lady Gaga is really burning the midnight oil. In fact, forget about burning the midnight oil, she's setting the Grammy Nominations on fire and not looking back.
