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Hotel of Doom, The ‘Hotel of Doom’ is an iconic, desolate ghost building nestled in the hear of North Korea.  Actually called the Ryugyong Hotel, the building is affectionately known as the ‘Hotel of Doom’ because it has never been occupied.

U.S. Postal Service to default, Without last-minute help from Congress, the U.S. Postal Service is likely to default on a big bill due Wednesday to the federal government -- $5.5 billion to prepay health care benefits for retirees.

America for Jesus 2012, Christian conservatives who blame "moral depravity" for everything from the recession to terrorism are converging on Philadelphia for a rally they hope will spark a religious revival as Election Day nears.

Josh Cribbs Hit, In Baltimore's 23-16 win over Cleveland on Thursday, Josh Cribbs took a frightening hit that left him unconscious.

Kellen Winslow Released, Kellen Winslow was acquired by the Seattle Seahawks in the hopes that along with Zach Miller the duo could become a formidable set of tight ends who could add another element to the Seahawks offense.

Jennifer Garner Actress,  LYFE Kitchen, the lifestyle brand of great-tasting, good-for-you food, including a restaurant in Palo Alto and a retail product line of ready-to-eat meals, announced that Jennifer Garner, globally acclaimed actress, philanthropist and lifestyle role model, is joining the brand. Garner will serve as charitable and strategic advisor and a member of LYFE Kitchen's ambassador panel, in an effort to spread awareness to active moms and families and to further the brand's commitment to practice social and environmental responsibility.

President Obama is threatening Mitt Romney’s best route to victory in the electoral college, grabbing a significant lead over his Republican challenger in Ohio and a slender edge in Florida, according to two new polls by The Washington Post. Democratic candidates have even larger leads in the Senate races in those two states, according to the polls. Together, the results suggest that with six weeks left until the election, Democrats hold significant advantages in some important battlegrounds.

Best time of day to do everything,  Time management is unbelievably important essential for any man trying to be his best. That doesn't mean you have to fill your day with as many tasks as you can or build out your schedule with nothing but hustle.

Mom caught in 'cruel' scam,This is the shocking moment a woman was caught on CCTV using her eight-year-old daughter to help shoplift electrical goods.

Teen bitten by deadly snake (VIDEO), A 17-year-old Australian boy is in serious condition after being bitten by what most reptile experts believe is the world's most venomous snake. According to the Sydney Morning Herald, the boy was admitted to a hospital in the town of Kurri Kurri with a snakebite on his left hand.

Baby found by troops gets family, A newborn girl left abandoned on the side of the road in southern Afghanistan has been adopted by a childless Afghan couple.

The newly married lesbian daughter of a Hong Kong tycoon who offered a $65 million "marriage bounty" to any man able to win her love, on Thursday said she'd been flooded by marriage proposals but harbored no animosity towards her father.

Nakoula Basseley Nakoula, he man allegedly behind the anti-Islam YouTube video that sparked deadly riots in North Africa, the Middle East, and other parts of the world now sits in a Los Angeles jail on charges that have little to do with the crude, 14-minute trailer titled “Innocence of Muslims.”Instead, Nakoula Basseley Nakoula – the name authorities have settled on for a man known variously as

Grey’s Anatomy premiere, After losing Lexie (and Teddy) last year, Grey's Anatomy opened its ninth season with a look to its future as Seattle Grace welcomed a new batch of interns as the deadly plane crash claimed its second victim during Thursday's season premiere.

Sandusky victim No. 1, A key witness in the child sex abuse trial of former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky, known in court papers as Victim No. 1, has a book deal and will soon reveal his identity, a publisher announced Thursday.

NFL Week 4 picks, Week three of the 2012 NFL season is in the books and what a weird, weird week it was. And what about my New York Giants taking it to the Carolina Panthers last Thursday night? Anybody catch that game? We looked good. Real good.

Klosterneuburg Mercenaries Austria, Emperor Ferdinand III., Duke of Austria, Styria, Count of Carinthia, Carniola etc., in the 1460es faced not only the animosity of King Georg Podiebrad of Bohemia (the Hussite King), but also the opposition of the city of Vienna and of the Estates of Styria. The rebels called upon the King of Bohemia for protection.

Eric Etebari Saves Women From Fire, Megan Severa And Craig Pansing Named Winners In The Men's And Women's Pro DivisionsMALIBU, Calif., Sept. 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Over 3,350 participants swam, biked and ran in the 26th Annual Nautica Malibu Triathlon, raising over $1.17 million for Children's Hospital Los Angeles' Pediatric Cancer Research Program.

Max Greenfield Dating Tips, He may play a dating disaster as Schmidt on hit sitcom "New Girl," but in real life, actor Max Greenfield knows a thing or two about how to get the girl (or guy) of your dreams. The "New Girl" actor and star of a new web miniseries for AXE "Finding Susan Glenn" -- who now has a wife and a young daughter -- wasn't always as smooth as he is now. In high school, Greenfield confesses that he was "too shy to talk to any of the girls" -- but now, he'd like to think he's a little more dating-savvy than the hapless Schmidt. We caught up with Max over the phone to get his advice on finding love, dating and overcoming a major heartbreak. Check out his top 5 tips below! Just Talk To Her! (Or Him) "Go talk to them! Yeah -- talk to them! You don't want to leave 'what if''s in life." Make Sure There's Trust. "I think the most important foundation about any relationship is just being h

Sanjay Gupta Emmy Awards, Dr. Sanjay Gupta is the multiple Emmy®-award winning chief medical correspondent for CNN. Gupta, a practicing neurosurgeon, plays an integral role in CNN’s reporting on health and medical news for American Morning, Anderson Cooper 360°, CNN documentaries, and anchors the weekend medical affairs program Sanjay Gupta, MD. Gupta also contributes to CNN.com and CNNHealth.com.

Nautica Malibu Triathlon, Over 3,350 participants swam, biked and ran in the 26th Annual Nautica Malibu Triathlon, raising over $1.17 million for Children’s Hospital Los Angeles’ Pediatric Cancer Research Program.

Nautica New York City Triathlon, Two competitors died after experiencing problems during the swim portion of the Nautica New York City Triathlon, leading race organizers to consider demanding more documentation of athletes' training and experience.

Nautica Malibu Triathlon Children's Hospital Los Angeles, Over 3,350 participants swam, biked and ran in the 26th Annual Nautica Malibu Triathlon, raising over $1.17 million for Children's Hospital Los Angeles' Pediatric Cancer Research Program. Celebrities, triathletes and corporate teams alike raced side-by-side on the sands and in the waters of Malibu cheered on by supportive crowds, to benefit this truly worthy cause.

The Vampire Diaries, Olympic gold medal gymnast Gabby Douglas will guest star on "The Vampire Diaries," The CW confirmed.

John Cryer Bike Crash Recovery, The actor was taking part in California's Nautica Malibu Triathlon, which includes an ocean swim, an 18-mile (28.9-kilometre) cycle ride and a four-mile (6.4-kilometre) run, but pulled out midway through the second challenge after falling off his bike.

Two And a Half Men, Miley Cyrus is stopping by "Two and a Half Men" ... and hopping in bed with Ashton Kutcher.

People magazine "sexiest" list 2011, We saw our fair share of sexiness this year, especially in the hero category. With Chris Hemsworth as Thor, Ryan Reynolds as the Green Lantern, Jason Momoa playing Conan and Chris Evans as Captain America, it's hard to narrow in on just who took People magazine's top spot. My pick would have been

Jenna Lee Fox Business News, You watch 29-year-old Jenna Lee on the Fox Business Network and imagine her life of fame, fortune and -- especially -- glamour. Who wouldn't want the life of a budding television-news star?

Happening Now with Jon Scott, Exciting news for our loyal Happening Now viewers—the Chat is back! If you were one of the regulars who joined us for some rousing discussions in months past, you know what you’ve been missing: the chance to interact, live, with us–Harris, Rick, Jenna, Jon and our news producers, plus the opportunity to share your thoughts and opinions with Happening Now viewers around the nation and even around the globe.

Mario Lopez X Factor host with khloe kardashian, X Factor’s season two might’ve premiered last week, but the show is still missing one thing… a HOST!

Nautica Malibu Triathlon, Thousands of celebrities, triathletes and corporate teams braved the heat Sunday and hit the sand and sea in the 26th Annual Nautica Malibu Triathlon. Aside from testing the endurance of over 3,350 participants, the event at Zuma Beach also raised over $1.17 million for Children's Hospital Los Angeles' Pediatric Cancer Research Program.

Natalie Morales Triathlete Magazine, Natalie Morales, mother of two, co-anchor of NBC’s The Today Show, and five-time marathon finisher, recently competed in her first triathlon.  Morales raced in the War At The Shore Triathlon in Long Branch, NJ.

Jersey Girl Triathlon, This is a brand page for the JERSEY GIRL TRIATHLON trademark by Split Second Racing, LLC in Rumson, NJ, 07760. Write a review about a product or service associated with this JERSEY GIRL TRIATHLON trademark.

Ali Vincent on the Biggest Loser, Ali Vincent, the first woman to win the NBC weight loss show "The Biggest Loser," is getting her own television series.The 36-year-old's new reality show, "Live Big with Ali Vincent," is set to debut on the ABC-owned Live Well HD cable network on September 4 at 8:30 p.m. ET/PT. It will see her traveling across the United States as part of "a personal mission to help others discover their true selves," according to a statement obtained by OnTheRedCarpet.com on Friday.

The Biggest Loser, How does it feel to be crowned the winner of The Biggest Loser? It feels amazing. Winning is the icing on the cake after training very hard in the house for a long time. While in Camp Biggest Loser, you don’t have any access to the outside world. I’ve never been to jail, but that’s what it feels like. But it needed to be that way so we could concentrate on the job at hand, which is to lose weight and change who you are.

Rahm Emanuel Chicago Teacher Strike, As the president of the Chicago Teachers Union emerged from a meeting of her union delegates on Sunday night to announce that, no, school would not be starting up again and that, no, the delegates were not ready to sign off on what had seemed like a deal, Mayor Rahm Emanuel watched her on a television in City Hall.

30th Anniversary Chicago Triathlon, Americans Hunter Kemper and Sarah Haskins took the victories on a soggy day at the Life Time Chicago Tri. The race also served as the fifth stop in the Life Time Fitness Triathlon Series Race to the Toyota Cup.

Parlee Triathlon Bike, Why do we carry what we carry? This is one of the best questions you could ask of any dealer. At Fit Werx, we spend a lot of time researching any product that we carry. While we lose some sales because we are not willing to always jump on the latest marketing bandwagon or just carry any brand people are interested in, we sleep well knowing that we offer our athletes products that work better, last longer and perform better.

Jennifer Lopez and Casper Smart, Jennifer Lopez stopped by "Katie" on Friday to chat about her recent divorce and 25-year-old boyfriend, Casper Smart. Lopez, 43, dished on her and Smart's 18-year age difference with host Katie Couric, who also famously dated a much younger man -- Brooks Perlin, who is 17 years Couric's junior. "It’s hard for me to think of my age," Lopez said. "I feel very youthful. And I feel very comfortable in my own skin. And it’s funny, until somebody brings it up, I don’t think we really think about it." The former "American Idol" judge revealed that she feels "lucky" that Smart -- who is also her backup dancer and choreographer -- came into her life. "We’re enjoying each other’s company and he’s a great support system and he’s great at what he does," she said. Rumors of their relationship surfaced in November 2011 when Smart was spotted leaving Lopez's New York City hotel. The pair brok

Oregon, United States, Oregon is located on the west coast of the United States between California and Washington . It is a state full of sights, things to and especially great for outdoor opportunities.

Megyn Price "Drop Dead Diva", Mark your calendars, set your DVRs, send out premiere party invites to all your friends... just do something fabulous to celebrate, Divas — Season 4 officially starts on June 3 at 9/8c! Want to know what to expect from what promises to be the best season yet? Only here you can find the inside scoop...

Nautica New York City Triathlon 2011, Two competitors died after experiencing problems during the swim portion of the Nautica New York City Triathlon, leading race organizers to consider demanding more documentation of athletes' training and experience.

Scott Brown 2012, The chief of the Cherokee Nation on Wednesday demanded an apology from Sen. Scott Brown (R-Mass.) for what he called an "uneducated, unenlightened and racist portrayal of native peoples" by senior staff on his campaign and in his Senate office.

Scott Brown Cosmopolitan 1982, Long before he was a politician, the Republican candidate vying for Ted Kennedy’s U.S. Senate seat posed nude for the centerfold of Cosmo. Scott Brown won our “America’s Sexiest Man” contest and appeared in the June 1982 issue. In those days he was a 22-year-old law student at Boston College who was cramming for finals just days before stripping down for our photographer.

Spring Sprint Triathlon, Mini Sprint Triathlon Just starting out? Doing your first triathlon? Well the Mini is for you. With a 200 yard swim, a 6 mile bike and 1.5 mile run this race is perfect for the novice or first time triathlete. It's also a good race for kid's looking for a challenge.

Massachusetts, United States, constituent state of the United States of America. It was one of the original 13 states and is one of the 6 New England states lying in the northeastern corner of the country. Massachusetts (officially called a commonwealth) is bounded to the north by Vermont and New Hampshire, to the east and southeast by the Atlantic Ocean, to the south by Rhode Island and Connecticut, and to the west by New York. It is the sixth smallest of the U.S. states in area.

Ryan Sutter And Trista Rehn Kids, Trista Sutter, former star of the U.S. reality TV series "The Bachelorette," announced plans Wednesday to undergo a permanent birth control procedure.

2011 New York City marathon ryan sutter results, If Geoffrey Mutai had lived in 490 BC, the Greeks would’ve known they defeated the Persians much sooner.Kenya’s Mutai crushed the competition in the New York City Marathon on Sunday. He finished the 26.2-mile race in just two hours, five minutes and six seconds. That time easily beat the previous NYC Marathon record of two hours, seven minutes and 43 seconds set by Ethiopia’s Tesfaye Jifar way back in 2001.

2011 New York City Marathon, The ING New York City Marathon 2011 non-guaranteed entry application is closed. The non-guaranteed entry drawing results will be announced on April 27. Watch Marathon Opening Day at 12:00 noon EDT. WHO CAN APPLY?

2011 Nautica Malibu Triathlon , Fit Nation Triathlon Challenge athletes have competed in the New York City Triathlon for the past two years. All of CNN's athletes crossed the finish line in 2011 without incident. In 2012, the newest group of athletes will compete in the Nautica Malibu Triathlon instead, because of the earlier scheduled date of the New York City Triathlon. Want to be a part of CNN's team? Submit your video here by December 19!

Monica Raymund The Good Wife, The former Lie to Me star will recur this season as Jamie's new partner on Blue Bloods, and we've just learned that the actress will also come on board The Good Wife for multiple episodes.

Teri Hatcher Triathlon 2010 Charity, Thank you dear fans for your help for Children's Hospital Los Angeles," wrote Teri after the race. "I made it. I did not drown, I do however have many other funny stories to tell But need some rest. It was COLD so cold that some people had to be pulled out and I noticed one woman so disoriented she swam around the buoy twice before a life guard helped straighten her out.

2009 Nautica Malibu Triathlon , You remember what I was saying before about being tired? Turns out sleep fixes that. Much to my surprise when I backed off training, caught up on sleep, and then ramped up again quickly I was able to have a great race. More importantly, I was able to enjoy a full weekend of racing, support my teammates and friends for their Olympic distance race on Saturday, and then set a PR on Sunday for my own race.

The University of California regents will pay about $1 million to 21 UC Davis current and former students who were pepper-sprayed during a peaceful campus protest last November. A video of the incident that went viral shows an officer casually walking up to and aiming a thick stream of the spray directly into the faces of seated students at close range during an Occupy rally. The incident triggered outrage and an investigation by the university. In the settlement, each student who filed suit will each receive $30,000 and a handwritten apology from UC Davis Chancellor Linda Katehi. Student Ian Lee was a freshman when he was pepper sprayed. "The reason we were protesting was that the university has proposed unfair and unreasonable tuition hikes," Lee said. In addition, the university system has agreed to $250,000 for the students' legal fees. Lee said he plans to use all of the money to pay future tuition. "I know that's what a lot of my friends are doing. Some oth

Hepatitis C drug, Shares of Achillion Pharmaceuticals Inc. advanced Thursday after the company reported positive data from an early clinical study for its experimental hepatitis C drug. THE SPARK: The company said a single dose of the drug, called ACH-3102, was effective at reducing virus levels. It also said data from the two-week study showed the drug was safe.

Most venomous snake, An Australian teenager had a lucky escape after being bitten by the world's most venomous snake.The 17-year-old walked into a hospital in the small town of Kurri Kurri, north of Sydney, on Wednesday afternoon with a bite to his left hand.

O'Hare goats, The Chicago Department of Aviation is looking for a few good goats.Amy Malick is the department's point person for sustainability, and she says the city is looking at a pilot program of 30 goats to eat grass and weeds in one, hard-to-mow area.

Man who caught Gadhafi is murdered, Tension gripped Misrata Tuesday after the death of a rebel from the western city who was credited with capturing late Libyan leader Moamer Kadhafi, but who was later abducted and tortured in a rival town.

Ga. mom ridiculed for food stamps, Is a $15 gift card enough to compensate for public humiliation at your local grocery store? According to one Georgia woman, the answer is absolutely not. Cindy Nerger, 28, who relies on food stamps to feed her family, said she was brought to tears after being embarrassed by a manager at a Kroger store in Warner Robbins, Ga.

Celebrities hit by foreclosure crisis , Bad health, the country's economic downturn, divorce, loss of job, coupled with the subprime mortgage fiasco are responsible for the nation's foreclosure critical problem. Celebrities, the rich and famous, are finding themselves facing the same issues.

Katie Holmes reaches out to first love, Katie Holmes has certainly started to move on with her life since breaking up with Tom Cruise earlier this year and a big part of that appears to be reconnecting with people in her old life, including former Dawson's Creek star and love interest Joshua Jackson. Speaking on George Stroumboulopoulos Tonight the actor admitted he had been in touch with his former co-star and they had had a long talk about their lives. “Like any old friend, it was like, 'Oh, hi how are ya? What's going on?'” he explained of the catch up. Referring to Katie's uber famous offspring Suri, he jokes that Katie said: “'I had a kid'” With him replying, “'Yeah, that's crazy, I heard!'” “It was nice, it was very nice, actually.” He added.The pair played lovers in the show and there were rumours at the time they were romantically involved off screen too. Speaking of whether a DC reunion could be on the cards, the Canadian star added

Payout for pepper spray incident, University of California officials have agreed to pay $1 million to settle a lawsuit over a pepper-spraying incident last year that came to symbolize law enforcement aggression against anti-Wall Street protesters, attorneys said on Wednesday.

Store's 'racist' lingerie, Lingerie giant Victoria’s Secret has come under fire over its Geisha-themed get-up, with accusations that it is racist and perpetuates negative cultural stereotypes.

Babe Ruth look-alike , The year was 1927. The Babe hit 60, and Gallagher’s Steak House was born.  In celebration of its 85th Birthday this year, Gallagher’s (228 West 52nd Street) will host a Babe Ruth Look-Alike Contest on Monday night, September 24, at 6:30 p.m. A galaxy of to-be-announced prizes will be awarded to the winner, as selected by a blue ribbon panel.  To enter, contact: johnnycigarpr@aol.com or call 914-260-7436, and please attach a photo.  Entries must be submitted no later than September 17.

Embarrassing logo goof, The commute is so long that employees make the seafaring journey of 5 to 6 days once every 13 months. The remote island of Gough is about 1,600 miles southwest of Cape Town. Since 1956, Gough has hosted teams of about six workers that each stay on the island for around 13 months. At 35 square miles, Gough (pronounced "goff") is just a speck on the globe. However, it's on the edge of the "Roaring Forties" westerly winds, and since cold fronts approach the African continent from the southwest, Gough is well situated for predicting the winter weather in South Africa. The expedition teams that operate the weather station as part of the South African National Antarctic Program (SANAP) typically consist of a senior meteorologist and two juniors, a radio technician, a medic, a diesel mechanic and biologists. Other than these workers and personnel, the island is uninhabited by humans. "When the chance came to be part of the Gough 55 overwi

Why Deschanel is so grumpy (VIDEO) , Actress Zooey Deschanel confessed that the reason why she posed with a grumpy face at the Emmy's red carpet last Sunday was because she was overshadowed by Nicole Kidman.

$1 million penny, In an era when pennies are being banned and even discontinued, one pretty penny recently got very lucky.

George Strait farewell,U.S. country star George Strait is just 60, but he’s announced that his upcoming tour will be his last.On Wednesday, he told a news conference in Nashville he will make a final tour in 2013 and 2014 before retiring his tour bus.

History of underwear - Underwear, you've come a long way, baby. From loincloths to Spanx and all the bad ideas in between, we're taking a look back at the evolution of undies.

17 Bodies Dumped Western Mexico - Seventeen bodies were found dumped along a road in western Mexico, local police said on Sunday, in what appeared to be a drug gang killing.

Chicago Teachers Strike 2012 - There will be no contract deal Monday night between Chicago public school officials and the city's teacher's union, city school board President David Vitale said. Mayor Rahm Emanuel's spokeswoman, Sarah Hamilton, said talks were continuing late Monday, though Vitale said by then that he'd left the negotiating session for the night.

Dina Lohan on Dr. Phil: Erratic Behavior Leads to Accusations of Being Drunk, Dina Lohan has been accussed of being intoxicated while conducting an interview with Dr. Phil recently. However, the mother of Hollywood actress Lindsay Lohan has since stated that it was simply poor editing that led to her drunken appearance.

Kim Kardashian and Stacy Keibler to Become Pals After Beyonce Diss? Kim Kardashian and Stacy Keibler have become new friends in Hollywood according to a source, which spotted the pair together. Kim Kardashian first ran into Stacy Keibler while attending a Madonna concert at Yankee Stadium with her close friend Jonathan Cheban. Since meeting however, it appears that the pair have may hit it off and be headed to a friendship of their own.

Fantasy football - DraftStreet.com $300 Free NFL Week 1 Fantasy Football Draft, Fantasy Football season has started and DraftStreet is offering ALL NEW SIGN UPS a free chance at a share of $300 Cash.

Penn State - First game for Penn State football's new era? Check. First road trip? Out of the way. Now that first win of the season is in the books, too. Things may finally be getting back to normal for the Nittany Lions - at least for what counts as ''normal'' these days in Happy Valley.

Online security - OnlineSecurity’s Network Security Service leverages our broad and deep expertise in technology and security to assist organizations, of all sizes, to cost effectively install, implement, and effectively use recommended security technology solutions.

Malaysia Day - POP quiz: Is Malaysia 46 or 52? Historical facts show that the Federated Malay states gained independence on 31 Aug 1957. Thus, Malaya was freed from colonial rule 52 years ago. But the birth of Malaysia itself, when Sabah, Sarawak and Singapore joined the independent Malay states, took place on 16 Sept 1963. That makes the country 46 years old. Singapore left in 1965.

Stem cell - Stem cells are biological cells found in all multicellular organisms, that can divide (through mitosis) and differentiate into diverse specialized cell types and can self-renew to produce more stem cells. In mammals, there are two broad types of stem cells: embryonic stem cells, which are isolated from the inner cell mass of blastocysts, and adult stem cells, which are found in various tissues. In adult organisms, stem cells and progenitor cells act as a repair system for the body, replenishing adult tissues.

U.S. budget cuts - Across-the-board spending reductions on January 2 would cut the Pentagon's funding by $54.7 billion in fiscal year 2013, reducing the readiness of non-deployed units, delaying investment in new equipment and weakening research programs, according to a new White House report.

Bradley Birkenfeld whistleblower - U.S. tax authorities have awarded $104 million to a whistleblower in a major tax fraud case against Swiss bank UBS AG that widened a government crackdown on Americans avoiding taxes in Switzerland, his lawyers said on Tuesday.

Famous Stepfamilies – September 16 is Stepfamily Day, a national celebration putting the focus on blended families. Check out which famous families have thwarted the stereotype and proved they have more than enough love to go around. stepfamily stereotype evil stepmother, Stepfamily day,

Kate Middleton Topless Photo Scandal: French Tabloid Defends Publishing "Beautiful" Shots, And here Kate Middleton and Prince William probably thought the biggest scandal they'd encounter during their Diamond Jubilee tour of the South Pacific was bumpwatch.

Walmart apologizes for rejecting school chorus on 9/11, On the 11th anniversary of 9/11, students from Coconut Palm Elementary in Miramar showed up at a local Walmart, clad in patriotic red, white and blue, to sing "God Bless America" as part of a prearranged tribute.

Japan's Crown Prince seeks peace with Empero, In an apparent effort to bridge a divide that has developed within the family, the Crown Prince has offered to ease the burden on his father, who has been receiving treatment for ailments linked to stress since last year.

Angelina Jolie Replaces Aishwarya Rai as Most Beautiful Woman, Harpers & Queen released a list of today’s 50 most beautiful women. And Angelina Jolie is voted the most beautiful woman on earth now. Earlier in March, Angelina Jolie had been named the world’s sexiest woman in FHM’s 100 Sexiest Women in the World 2005 poll was voted for by more than 15 million in 27 countries.Harpers & Queen released a list of today’s 50 most beautiful women. And Angelina Jolie is voted the most beautiful woman on earth now. Earlier in March, Angelina Jolie had been named the world’s sexiest woman in FHM’s 100 Sexiest Women in the World 2005 poll was voted for by more than 15 million in 27 countries.Here is the top 10 of the list

Her Majesty Queen Rania, Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah of Jordan is an international voice of cross cultural dialogue, an outspoken philanthropic advocate, and a promoter of advancing health and educational opportunities in Jordan and across the globe.

Jordan River Foundation, For over a decade, the Jordan River Foundation (JRF) has strived to bring relief, security, and opportunity to those Jordanians who need it most. In the beginning, JRF partnered with disadvantaged families to provide them with skills and knowledge to raise their income, and with it their self-esteem and self-confidence.

King Abdullah II`,If special operations units are the tip of the spear, then KASOTC is the sharpening-tool that hones it. The King Abdullah II Special Operations Training Center is located in Amman, Jordan and is a one-of-a-kind facility. It’s unique nature derives from an extraordinary combination of cutting-edge training, elite instructor and support staff and it’s integrated advanced technology. This translates into the best reality-based training on the globe for special operations forces, counter-terrorism units, law enforcement and others.

Sophie Rhys-Jones,Title: Sophie, Countess of Wessex Full Name: Sophie Helen Father: Christopher Rhys-Jones Mother: Mary Rhys-Jones Relation to Elizabeth II: Daughter-in-law Born: January 20, 1965 at Radcliffe Infirmary, Oxford Current Age: 46 years

The Earl of Wessex, Born in 1964, Prince Edward was created The Earl of Wessex and Viscount Severn on his marriage in 1999.

Norway's royal couple defend son's photo-sharing use in wake of security concerns, Prince Harry isn't the only royal caught up in a photo "scandal."

Crown Princess Mette-Marit, Crown Princess Mette-Marit, née Mette-Marit Tjessem Høiby (born Aug. 19, 1973, Kristiansand, Nor.), Norwegian of middle-class background who, despite intense public scrutiny of what was seen by many as her checkered past, wed Crown Prince Haakon of Norway.

HRH Crown Prince Haakon of Norway and John Hope Bryant to Visit Harlem High School, Promote Global Dignity Day, NEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Wadleigh Secondary School in Harlem, New York, will be the center of a visit from the HRH Crown Prince Haakon of Norway and John Hope Bryant, founder, chairman and CEO of Operation HOPE, on September 14th. Continuing promotion of Global Dignity Day, they will introduce key components of the five dignity principles.

Kate Middleton, take note of Princess Maxima, In this April 30, 2008 file photo Netherlands' Crown Princess Maxima, right, greets well wishers during festivities marking Queen's Day in Franeker, northern Netherlands. As Kate Middleton settles into her new life as Princess Catherine, she need only look to Princess Maxima, wife of the heir to the Dutch throne, Crown Prince Willem-

Seville Spring Fair, Those from Seville, Andalucia or, in fact, anyone who really wants to enter into the spirit of the "feria" dress up in their finery, ideally the traditional "traje de corto" (short jacket, tight trousers and boots) for men and the "farales" (flamenco style dress) for the women. The Seville fair is becoming increasingly international and attracting more visitors than ever before. And for local residents, this is the time of year that all worries (and work!) are cast to one side.

Sitting Down with Dutch Royals Prince Willem-Alexander and Princess Maxima, Being a prince or princess isn't all tiaras and Tatler. In fact, it's a stage you can't exit. "You’re in this function and with this responsibility 365 days a year," the Dutch throne’s heir apparent, Willem-Alexander, Prince of Orange, told VF Daily’s Royal Watch.

Great Royal Weddings: King Mohammed VI of Morocco Marries Lalla Salma Bennani, When Morroco's King Mohammed VI married 24-year-old computer engineer Lalla (Lady) Salma Bennani in 2002, he broke royal tradition simply by publicly acknowledging his bride.

Royal Palace in Rabat, The majestic Royal Palace is located right in the heart of Rabat and is open to the public.

Morocco's Mohammed VI: Profile, M6, as Mohammed VI is known, is Morocco’s third king since the country won independence from France in 1956. Mohammed is slightly less authoritarian than other Arab leaders, allowing token political participation. But Morocco is no democracy. Mohammed considers himself Morocco’s absolute authority and “leader of the faithful,” fostering a legend that he’s a descendant of the Prophet Muhammad.

A Modern Princess: Mabel Van Oranje, When you hear princess, what do you think of? Do you think of long-haired maidens locked in tall towers, glass slippers, jewels, or tiaras and intricately embroidered gowns? Or do you think of a modern, sleek, Kate Middleton-esque person, with impeccable fashion sense and perfect hair? The definition of Princess is slowly changing, and one Princess helping it along is Her Royal Highness (HRH) Princess Mabel Van Oranje.Before she was Princess Mabel, she was Mabel Wisse Smit, a committed, passionate and energetic young woman ready to change the world for the better. Mabel grew up in the central Netherlands, before heading to the University of Amsterdam, where she planned on studying law, but ended up studying political science and economics instead.

University of Amsterdam, Over 30,000 students attend the University of Amsterdam. From its original focus on Trade and Philosophy the original Athenaeum Illustre has expanded into a comprehensive university featuring almost all academic disciplines.

Prince Friso, Dutch Queen's Son, Life Remains In Danger After Skiing Accident, The second son of Dutch Queen Beatrix spent a stable night in the hospital after he was seriously injured in an avalanche, but his life remains in danger, the Netherlands government said Saturday.

Dutch prince who suffered massive brain damage in avalanche 'may never regain consciousness', A Dutch prince struck by an avalanche while skiing off-trail in Austria last week suffered massive brain damage and may never regain consciousness, doctors said today.

Crown Princess Mary's family day out, Royal portrait shoots are usually a very stuffy affair, complete with stiff poses, starched collars and perfectly-coiffed hair.

THE CROWN PRINCE COUPLE, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Frederik and Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Mary are Denmark's young and very popular successor couple. Mary Donaldson appeared from a remote country and with her grace and nature won the heart of not only the Crown Prince, but also half the kingdom.The Role of the Successor Couple

Double joy as Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark and wife Mary show off their newborn twins, Denmark's Crown Prince Frederik and Princess Mary introduced their six-day-old babies to the world on Friday.

Spain's prince Felipe weds TV journalist,Spanish Crown Prince Felipe of Bourbon and his wife Princess of Asturias Letizia Ortiz toast next to Juan Carlos of Spain and Queen Sofia during the wedding reception at the Royal Palace in Madrid.[AFP]

Catedral de Santa María la Real de la Almudena, The principle church of the Diocese of Madrid, the Catedral de Santa María la Real de la Almudena, is a relatively modern building, started in 1883 and not completed until 1993. Remarkable as it may seem, the delay until such recent times in the building of a cathedral in the capital can largely be attributed to the fact that Madrid was part of the Archdiocese of Toledo, which was reluctant to relinquish it.

Crown Prince Felipe of Spain, "Some people think I'm too serious, but I believe I've got a sense of humour," he told HELLO!. "I like to think of myself as being no different from anybody else, with my failures, qualities, frustrations, joys, worries, everything... A king should not lose his perception of what it is like to be somebody normal."

Fashiona Secret of Denmark's Princess Marie Cavallier, New Luxury Watches Report: Civilians fashionable woman married Marie Cavallier Prince of Denmark Prince Joachim, started full of fairy tale style of "Cinderella" life. Embassy in Denmark, we saw the beautiful Princess, and talk to her royal life bit by bit, as well as the fun on the dress.

Marymount Manhattan College, Marymount Manhattan College is a private institution that was founded in 1936. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,953, its setting is urban, and the campus size is 2 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar.

Princess Marie & Prince Joachim Of Denmark Introduce Baby Girl To World, It's a girl for Princess Marie and Prince Joachim! The Danish royal couple welcomed a baby girl on Tuesday and presented her to the world on Friday.

Princess Victoria & Prince Daniel Of Sweden Expecting Their First Child Princess Victoria & Prince Daniel Of Sweden Expecting Their First Child, As if European royalty hadn't had enough family milestones this year, Princess Victoria of Sweden and her husband Prince Daniel have announced that they are expecting their first child.

Sweden celebrates as princess marries her personal trainer in biggest royal wedding for decadesCrown Princess Victoria of Sweden, heir to the country's throne, married her former personal trainer, the gym owner Daniel Westling today at Stockholm Cathedral.

New York Fashion Week Spring 2013: Diane von Furstenberg Shoots a Short Film with New Google Glass Video,Apple might be the more stylish brand now, but Google aims to change that.

The Royal Wedding of Prince Nikolaos of Greece and Tatiana Blatnik. European royalty flocked to attend the lavish nuptials of Prince Nikolaos of Greece and Tatiana Blatnik - see all the beautiful wedding photos here, Oh how we love a Royal wedding.

PRINCE WILLIAM SAYS HE WANTS 2 KIDS DURING A BUSY SINGAPORE DAY WITH KATE, Kate Middleton and Prince William continued their tour of Singapore today. She donned a white Alexander McQueen suit for their first stop, visiting the city's new Gardens by the Bay park.

University of St Andrews, University of St AndrewsSt Andrews is Scotland's first University and the third oldest in the UK. For almost six centuries, we have proudly upheld the tradition of academic excellence, attracting scholars of international repute and students from all over the world.

Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, is second in line to the throne and works as an RAF Search and Rescue helicopter pilot. He is married to Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge.William Arthur Philip Louis Wales was born on June 21 1982, at St Mary’s Hospital in London, to parents whose marriage was already unravelling

Special Olympics Ambassadors, Special Olympics believes if we can open one heart and change one mind, we can make a difference.

Charlene Wittstock and Prince Albert II, Charlene Lynette Wittstock and Prince Albert II of Monaco were married Friday in a civil ceremony led by Philippe Narmino, president of the Council of State of Monaco.The ceremony, held in the throne room of the palace in Monte Carlo, was the first for a ruling prince since 1956, when the bridegroom’s father, Prince Rainier III, married Grace Kelly.

2000 Sydney Olympics, In September, 2000, the residents of the Harbour City and the people of Australia set the benchmark of how future Olympics would be measured by staging what IOC President Juan Antonio Samaranch ultimately described as “the best Olympic Games ever.”

Mare Nostrum International Swimming in Monaco, In 2000, the Mare Nostrum International Swimming competition in Monaco was the setting for the first meeting of Prince Albert II and the woman who would one day become his princess. While we can't guarantee romance for every spectator, there will certainly be as much electricity in the air as some of the best swimmers in the world take to the pool at the Stade Louis II.

Monaco Royal Wedding: Prince Albert & Charlene Wittstock Marry In Religious Ceremony, Monaco's Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene promised each other love and fidelity in an extravagant religious wedding Saturday attended by international celebrities and royalty, bringing new allure to the tiny principality known for its luxurious casinos and as stomping ground for the rich and famous.

30th anniversary of death of Princess Grace of Monaco, 1. Grace Kelly, the Hollywood actress-turned-princess, died 30 years ago, on 14 September 1982. In this gallery we look back on her life and career.

When Commoners Marry Into Royal Families, It used to be that royals married only other royals. The ruling houses of Europe were one big intermarried clan, dubbed "the royal mob" by Queen Victoria. But after World War I, there weren't very many thrones left. Suddenly, princes seeking brides had to look beyond their own caste. But that didn't mean just anybody could be admitted to the club.

Libya arrests 4 over deadly Benghazi attack: official, Libyan authorities have made four arrests in the investigation into the attack on the U.S. consulate in Benghazi in which the U.S. ambassador and three embassy staff were killed, the deputy interior minister said on Thursday.

Fed stimulus sends stocks soaring to 4-year high video, US stocks rallied after news that the Federal Reserve will spend $40 billion a month to buy mortgage securities. Nearly four stocks rose for every one falling, and the Dow closed at its highest level since December 2007.The U.S. stock market staged a huge rally Thursday after investors got the aggressive economic help they wanted from the Federal Reserve.The Dow Jones industrial average spiked more than 200 points and cleared 13,500 for the first time since the beginning of the Great Recession.

Deaf gerbils hear again with human stem cells, Scientists have restored hearing to deaf gerbils using human embryonic stem cells in an advance that could eventually help people with an intractable form of deafness caused by nerve damage.

Innocence of Muslims' Shot on Hollywood-Built Set,The Innocence of Muslims, a movie that has enraged radical Islamists who have rioted and committed murders in the Middle East this week, was partially shot on a set that Paramount's TV unit helped to build for its TV show JAG, and a man with five decades of movie and television experience is helping the FBI figure out who is behind the controversial film.Portions of the infamous, micro-budget movie were filmed in Saugus, about 30 miles north of Hollywood, on a portion of Blue Cloud Film Ranch called “Baghdad Square,” which is often used for TV and film productions seeking to replicate Middle Eastern war zones.“JAG and Paramount and myself, we built this entire set for the JAG TV series,” says Blue Cloud owner Rene Veluzat in a YouTube video where he describes his movie ranch. On Thursday, though, that video was made “private” and protected by a password.

Martha Stewart, Emeril Lagasse Sued Over Allegedly Bogus Knives, Martha Stewart and Emeril Lagasse are on the chopping block in a multimillion dollar lawsuit alleging the pair sold a line of bogus knives, TMZ reports.

Red Sox leadership says team is not for sale, The Red Sox management made one message clear Thursday: The team is not for sale.

Silicon Valley private schools prep for funding fallout, Private schools in Silicon Valley may take extra measures in January so that the turbulent economy doesn’t take too much of a toll on operations for the 2009-10 academic year.

Can Mobile Phones Help Teachers Manage Classroom Behavior?, We can talk all we want about what students should learn in the classroom. But the reality is that most teachers have to balance “academics” with a multitude of other lessons: how to be good students, how to be good citizens, and simply how to behave. Behavior management is actually a significant part of what teachers have to do every day, and while there’s a wealth of information to help them with tips and tricks, there isn’t a lot of technology in place to help them with the implementation of best practices.There may be a solution with the use of tech — at least that’s what ClassDojo founder Sam Chaudhary believes. His startup is working on a Web and mobile app that will allow teachers to quickly and easily track class behavior.

Get your Lai See Packets ready for CNY, Lai See is the custom of giving a gift of money in a special red envelope during the Chinese New Year’s celebration. In the Chinese culture red is a lucky color. Both red and gold (which represents wealth) are popular colors for Chinese New Year celebrations.

The Fresh Prince of Streetwear, Wearing red Hermès sneakers, a gray smoking jacket-cardigan hybrid of his own design, and five pounds of pure gold draped around his neck, Jonathan Koon walks around his Midtown Manhattan showroom inspecting his new line of high-end denim. Nearly a dozen pairs of hand-washed, uniquely distressed and abraded jeans from his spring 2011 collection are laid out on a coffee table. Koon picks up one pair and turns a pocket inside out to reveal his signature sartorial touch—an ancient Chinese poem, "Bringing in the Wine," by the scholar Li Bai, inscribed in the fabric. "It basically says, 'If there's a chance to be happy, or a chance to drink, drink and be happy to your heart's desire,' " Koon translates.