Wednesday, February 4, 2015

At least 25 dead as Taiwan plane plunges into river

Dramatic footage of Taiwan plane crash (AFP)
At least 25 people were killed Wednesday when a passenger plane operated TransAsia Airways clipped an overpass soon after take-off and plunged into a river in Taiwan, the airline's second crash in seven months.

Dramatic Video Shows TransAsia Airways Plane Moments Before Deadly Crash

Dramatic footage of Taiwan plane crash (AFP)
Video captures the moment a passenger plane hits a bridge before plunging into a river.

Plane crashes into river in Taiwan


A Taiwanese commercial flight with 53 passengers aboard clipped a bridge shortly after takeoff and crashed into a river in the island's capital of Taipei on Wednesday morning. Taiwan's Central News Agency said at least 10 people were being taking to safety after the incident but gave no immediate information about the other passengers and crew aboard the TransAsia Airways flight.

Tuesday, February 3, 2015

Ashley Tisdale relists house her dad built for her

Ashley Tisdale has relisted the home that she designed and her father built. (Property listing, Derek Steele/BuzzFoto/FilmMagic)
Tisdale designed this home herself, buying the property for $1,349,000 in 2007 and tearing down the existing house. Her dad, a contractor, built it the next year: a 3,400-square-foot home with three bedrooms and three baths — including a walk-in closet to die for (well, actually, it's one of the bedrooms, and it has a built-in island) — and an outdoor area inspired by one of her favorite hotels, Las Ventanas in Cabo San Lucas.

Mila Kunis Makes Post-Baby Red Carpet Debut


At Monday night’s Jupiter Ascending premiere, Mila Kunismarked her return to the red carpet since taking time away after giving birth to her daughter. Wyatt Isabelle, her first child with Ashton Kutcher, was born in the Fall. Marking the occasion, the movie’s star wore a stunning Dolce & Gabbana corseted black gown that was the perfect mix of sexy and sweet. 

One of America's best car collections going, going, gone this spring

A 1963 Shelby 289 Competition Cobra is among the gems from the Andrews Collection to be auctioned off. (Darin Schnabel/RM Auctions)
Chris Andrews grew up missing his father, Paul, who was so immersed in a new business venture that he didn’t have as much time as he would have liked to spend with his family. But now four decades later, the two Fort Worth, Texas, men couldn’t be closer, all thanks to automobiles.

Friday, January 30, 2015

Kendra Sunderland: Teenager 'arrested after making x-rated porn-style video in university library'

Kendra Sunderland, 19, has reportedly been charged with public indecency after the film emerged online - and shared more than 250,000 times. A teenager has been arrested for allegedly baring her breasts in a porn-style video shot in a university LIBRARY.

Thursday, January 8, 2015

Hottest (and coldest) car brands heading into 2015

Last year was big for automakers, and though some brands are leading the pack, others have a lot of catching up to do.

Wednesday, January 7, 2015

Gorgeous Galaxy S6 concept gives Samsung a blueprint for reclaiming the smartphone crown

Samsung definitely had an off year in 2014, as its Galaxy S5 posted disappointing sales and the company’s overall profits were down significantly.

Jennifer Lopez and Casper Smart Are Back Together!

Jennifer Lopez and Casper Smart are kicking off 2015… as an on-again couple!

Tara Reid Goes Bowling… in a Bra


The "Sharknado" star showed that her hot mess phase continues as she proudly went bowling without a shirt.

Indonesia says crashed AirAsia plane tail found

Indonesia said Wednesday it had found the tail of AirAsia Flight 8501, potentially marking a major step towards locating the plane's black boxes and helping shed light on what caused it to crash into the sea ten days ago.

You're not too young to start saving for retirement

Beyond a 401(k): Here are five realistic ways for 20- and 30-somethings to maximize their long-term savings.

Tuesday, January 6, 2015

How to lose 85 pounds, one food at a time

After years of different diets and yo-yo weight gain, this writer finally found the secret to sustained weight loss.

The 5 most dangerous states in America

Despite an "astonishing" national improvement, violent crime in these areas remains much higher than the rest of the U.S.

Can you diet your way to a celebrity body?

"I'll Have What She's Having" author dishes on what she learned following the meal plans of 14 stars.

Hottest spring fashion campaign photos

Fashion houses are rolling out glossy shoots for spring with supermodels, Kim Kardashian, and Nicki Minaj.

Mercedes reveals self-driving car of the future

The high-tech concept car, whose interior looks like a lounge, is aimed at 2030 and beyond.

Winter blast sends U.S. into deep freeze

The storm system is expected to dump as much as a foot of snow in the Midwest and bring frigid temperatures.

6 things to do in January to prepare for tax time

You will be facing a lot more documentation challenges this season, so it's time to get your to-do list started.

12 trends that need to disappear in 2015

Thank you, 2014, for bringing us socks with sandals, floral crowns, and a hat that you could hide a small child in.

What we still don't know about AirAsia Flight 8501

More than a week after the passenger jet crashed into the Java Sea, several key questions remain unanswered.

Monday, January 5, 2015

2 dead, a dozen injured in train-bus crash

A school bus is struck by a westbound freight train in northwestern North Dakota.

Photo project explores ideal body type

"Imagine how much energy is released once women accept their bodies," says the project photographer.

Lionel Messi's crazy stunt on Japanese game show

The soccer star kicks a ball over a fence 59 feet in the air, then controls it by juggling on the other side.

Christie Brinkley looks amazing in a bikini

The 60-year-old former supermodel showed off her toned body while vacationing in Turks and Caicos with her kids.

Celebrities flock to St. Barts for holiday

From Heidi Klum to Rihanna, stars swarmed to the exclusive island for some Christmastime rest and relaxation.

Missing plane's tail section may have been found

The tail of the crashed AirAsia jet contains the crucial black box voice and flight data recorders.