Where To Go And What To Wear In 2012

The top looks and places to kick start the new year. Our short list on where to go, how to get spoiled while you're there, and what to wear in 2012 on ELLE.com

Deion Sanders -- I'm Still Living With The Wife I Detest

Deion Sanders and his wife Pilar have made a shocking decision -- they will continue to live under the same roof, even though their divorce war has become epic. But here's how rich folk do it ... The house is 29,122 square feet, with 10 bedrooms an…

Dead Blackbirds By The 1000s Fall Again In Arkansas Town

BEEBE, Ark. — Authorities in a central Arkansas town say about 100 blackbirds died on New Year's Eve after being spooked by fireworks, far less than the thousands that perished there a year ago. Beebe police Lt. Brian Duke said Sunday that officials…

Russell Brand, Katy Perry Split: What Went Wrong?

Russell Brand officially filed for divorce from Katy Perry Friday, but as sources tell Us Weekly, trouble has long been brewing for the spouses of 14 months.

On Sabbatical: Nothing Says 'Happy New Year' Like Ditching Facebook

A new web project by designer Ivan Cash called Facebook Sabbatical 2012 poses the idea of a mini-Facebook vacation as a 2012 resolution. The website calls Facebook a "facet of our lives...that undoubtedly stands against any hope of slowing down and …

Kim Kardashian Rocks Baby Bangs On New Year's Eve In Las Vegas

As previously reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Kim Kardashian rang in 2012 at a wild packed party at Tao in Vegas.

Newt Gingrich Is No Longer Having Fun

In December he was a man in full, but now Gingrich is fluish and down in the polls. He does promise to keep talking about pets, however.

Ryan Gosling & Eva Mendes: New Year’s Eve Lovebirds!

Ryan Gosling and girlfriend Eva Mendes exit the Bowery Hotel and head to a New Year’s Eve bash together on Saturday evening (December 31) in New York City.

The 17 Most Disappointing Moments Of The Next 12 Months Article

Whether politics or apocalypse, 2012 is like the Miami Heat of new years. It began announcing itself well before it was appropriate, telling us that it would be the most important twelve months since we started tagging them with numbers. We asked yo…

Cee Lo Green Changes Lyrics To 'Imagine'

Last night in Times Square, Cee Lo performed "Imagine." But he sang, "Nothing to kill or die for, And all religion's true" instead of the proper lyrics, which are "Nothing to kill or die for, And no religion too." (Skip to 3:55 to watch the flub, unless you want to see Kathy Griffin in her bra.)

More Troops Commit Suicide Than Die In Combat

GOOD wrote about these devastating numbers, and deduced that one of the issues the military faces in addressing soldier suicides – both those who have seen combat and those who have not – is understanding why a soldier would take his or her own life…

Infamous Celebrity Wardrobe Malfunction Gallery 2011 Photos

Celebrity Wardrobe Malfunctions In 2011: Nip-slips, SPANX, Camel Toe! See who fell victim to these fashion blunders. Kim Kardashian, Selena Gomez & More

Cocktails For Your Leftover Champagne

In honor of one of my favorite Astro moments – No tantrums this week! I’m 15—15 is the new 25! – I’m skipping the rant this time and getting straight to the recipes. You’ve got a New Year to celebrate, and it’s going to be bubbly. Here are a few cla…

Ed Koch Says Ron Paul Is A "Scary Situation"

The former mayor, who has said he's supporting Obama, says Paul is "very dangerous." He prefers a Romney-Gingrich ticket.

See Lady Gaga's Wacky New Year's Eve Performance Getup!

Lady Gaga took New York City's Times Square by storm Saturday for New Year's Eve, performing a medley of her hits in another shocking getup.

Ashley's Favorite Harry Potter Buzz Of 2011

2011 was a crazy year for Harry Potter fans! It was an end of an era with the end of the Harry Potter movies, and especially for people like me, who've grown up with Harry Potter, it was a bittersweet, whirlwind of a year. Here are my picks of the best Harry Potter related buzz of 2011.

Arun Sandhukha, Indian Man, Dies After Penis Allegedly Bitten Off By Rats

An Indian man who died in a state-run hospital is alleged to have had his penis chewed off by rats, Asian Age newspaper reports.

In Des Moines, Consultant Peace Breaks Out

5.5 Live Hours With Dick Clark And Ryan Seacrest

When the ball drops in New York's Times Square on Saturday night, Jenny McCarthy will ring in the new year with her second appearance co-hosting ABC's 40-year-old New Year's Rockin' Eve.

Santorum: Obama Should Be Pro-Life Because He's Black

Here's what a Rick Santorum nomination would look like: A candidate who has no problem grabbing the third rail of race, and of running hard on social issues. In this January 2011 interview with CNS editor-in-chief Terry Jeffrey, the former Pennsylvania Senator -- now surging in Iowa -- said that President Obama should oppose abortion because he's black.

Katy Perry & Russell Brand Divorce -- The Die Was Cast Early On

Sources close to Katy Perry and Russell Brand tell TMZ ... the couple was infatuated with each other when they tied the knot, but the honeymoon ended very quickly. According to our sources, Katy and Russell were initially head over heels for each o…

Lady Gaga Kisses Mayor Bloomberg As New York Rings In 2012

Times Square went gaga for 2012!

The 7 Smartest Overnight Political Tweets Of New Year's Eve

Reporters, operatives, and junkies tweet through the night and the early morning. You may not have been paying attention, but we're culling the good ones.

Donna Simpson, World's Heaviest Mom At 600 Pounds, Closes Pay-Per-View Eating Site

Donna Simpson has taken another step towards changing her life and, perhaps, changing her image. The Plain Dealer in Cleveland reports that the Guinness World Record holder for "world's heaviest mom" has decided to shut down her pay-per-view eating …

Flavorpill’s Cultural Resolutions For 2012

Flavorwire: Cultural news and critique from Flavorpill

In Iowa, The Media Primary Crumbles

The media thought the nature of politics had changed in 2012. We even convinced some of the politicians. We were wrong.

Tom Felton News - Shirtless Tom Felton Relaxes Poolside In Miami (PHOTOS)

Tom Felton stripped down to splash about in his hotel’s pool this weekend in Miami. Joined by his bikini-clad girlfriend, Jade Olivia, the Harry Potter actor was seen enjoying a refreshing drink before taking a dip in the hot tub.

10 Of The Year’s Most Buzzed-About Comic Releases

Don’t worry, folks, this is the last year-end top ten from the Flavorpill books department — for 2011, at least — but we promise, it’s a doozy. Though we’ve given our opinions on some of the best memoirs and debuts of the year, not to mention the co…

Beyonce Making New Year's Eve Appearance, Says Ryan Seacrest (Video)

As rumors circulate that the singer has given birth to her first child, the "Rockin' Eve" host promises viewers she'll be at the ball drop.

Stream New Year’s Eve Ball Drop — WATCH NOW!

Stream New Year’s Eve Ball Drop — WATCH NOW!

Protesters Are Awesome: A 14-Year-Old Occupier Gets Arrested In Iowa—and Her Dad Approves

The teen had duct tape over her mouth and a sign saying she represented all children, a group whose voices often get swallowed up in periods of political turmoil—although they've been representing this week in Iowa. The girl may only be in the ninth…

20 People Who Don't Know What A New Year's Resolution Is

Well, it looks like 2012 is already off to a horrible start.

Welcome To BuzzFeed Politics

Welcome to BuzzFeed's new original political reporting, the first in a series of new sections we are adding to the site this year that will meld clear, smart, and funny journalism into the vital, churning mix that is BuzzFeed, with the aim of creating the first pure social news organization.

Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber And More To Ring In 2012 In Times Square (Live Video)

But before the ball drops, audiences will get to see The Voice's Cee Lo Green sing a rendition of John Lennon's famous "Imagine." Justin Bieber, Hot Chelle Ray, Pitbull, and Diego Torres along with the cast of Broadway's Rock of Ages will also be pe…

Prince Harry, Kate Middleton Don Matching Boots At Weekend Soccer Game

The royals cheer on Prince William in Sandringham, Norfolk on Christmas Eve

Loss Of Faith In Democracy Could Make 2012 The Most Frightening Year Ever

Meanwhile, as the eurozone slides towards disaster, the prospects for Europe have rarely been bleaker. Already the European elite have installed compliant technocratic governments in Greece and Italy, and with the markets now putting pressure on Fra…

The 9 Biggest Bastards Of 2011

Some were good bastards ... most were bad

Katy Perry News - Russell Brand & Katy Perry's Cutest PDA Moments (PHOTOS)

Celebuzz staffers were very sad when news hit Friday that Russell Brand filed for divorce from wife Katy Perry. The couple, so in love after a whirlwind courtship, were never shy to show affection on the red carpet.

Academy Considers Moving Oscars From Kodak Theatre (Exclusive)

AMPAS has exercised an option to potentially move the Academy Awards to another venue after the 2013 show.

Taylor Armstrong Of Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills On Russell Armstrong And Her Book

But first, Taylor will bid adieu to 2011 by hosting a New Year's Eve party in Chicago to celebrate Ciroc Vodka's Safe Rides program. (They're handing out pre-paid cards that partygoers can use for safe transportation home.) When iVillage chatted wit…

Justin Bieber & Selena Gomez Performing On New Year's Eve

Even though they won't be on the same show, we're so excited to see what these superstars have in store. After all, Justin's dropping hints that it will be

15 Female Athletes Who Look Great Out Of Uniform

Gentlemen, sports fans, not every female athlete can be a 24/7 goddess like Maria Sharapova. Once the sweat is washed away, the contorted faces allowed to relax, the grungy uniforms ...

Here Is A Picture Of Cindy Crawford Wearing Part Of A Bathing Suit

Legendary fashion photographer Herb Ritts passed away in 2002, but his extensive archive is still being excavated, and Nowness has just posted a slideshow of some never-before-seen images. Ritts had his heyday in the late '80s and '90s, so it's not …

Why Online Pizza Delivery Beats Calling

Pizza orders get a lot easier when shop sites get them straight and take credit cards.

Kim Kardashian's Mom Was The Original Rebecca Black

You know you've given birth to a lot terrible things when this isn't even in the top 5. View "Kim Kardashian's Mom was the Original Rebecca Black" and more funny videos on CollegeHumor

Miley Cyrus Calls Her Relationship With Liam Hemsworth "Pure Bliss"

Miley Cyrus is one gushing girlfriend. The singer-actress, who is currently vacationing in Hawaii, took to Twitter on Wednesday night to urge her fans to vote for beau Liam Hemsworth as the best boyfriend of the year.

Katy Perry And Russell Brand -- NO Plan To Divorce

Katy Perry and Russell Brand have not decided to end their marriage ... this according to multiple sources directly connected to the couple. We are told, however, that they are having problems, but our sources say it has nothing to do with reports …

Russell Brand & Katy Perry -- Divorce Rumors Have Ring Of Truth

Rumors that Katy Perry and Russell Brand are calling off their marriage have just been fueled by explosive new photos ... of Russell in London ... NOT wearing his wedding ring. The "Get Him to the Greek" star was in the West End earlier today, half…

Lady Gaga Shows Off New 'Vampire' Boyfriend Taylor Kinney

In one of the first pics of the couple in public, Lady Gaga strolled with her hot new "Vampire Diaries" boyfriend Taylor Kinney in California recently. The couple met on the set of Gaga's video for "You and I," where Kinney played her love interest…

Daniel Radcliffe: I’m Motivated By Doubt

Daniel Radcliffe: I’m Motivated By Doubt

Mariah Carey: Monroe & Moroccoan’s First Christmas!

Mariah Carey and her husband Nick Cannon celebrate Christmas with their eight-month-old twins, daughter Monroe and Moroccan, aka Dem Babies.

'Battlestar Galactica' Reunion '17th Precinct' Pilot Surfaces Online (Video)

For Battlestar Galactica fans, there was no sadder day than May 12, when NBC officially passed on 17th Precinct, the so-called "BSG reunion" from Ron Moore. Now the pilot — a police drama set in a town where magic and supernatural elements rule over…

Russell Brand Filing For Divorce From Katy Perry

Russell Brand has filed for divorce from wife Katy Perry.

Contender Castoffs: What Happened To These 13 Would-Be 2011 Awards Hopefuls?

As 2011 winds to a close and the announcement of Oscar nominations approaches, I thought it might be interesting to catch up with some of the films many thought, at one time or another, would factor into this year's awards race but never did.

Mitt Romney Claims He'll Cut Off Funding For PBS, Says He Wants Advertisements On 'Sesame Street' (Video)

"We're not going to kill Big Bird," the GOP presidential candidate told supporters in Iowa, who also added that he'll "stop certain programs."

Heat Vision's Top 10 Movies Of 2011

Just in time for 2012, here are Heat Vision’s top 10 movies of 2011. This was a good but not great year for movies that appeal to the geek and genre crowd. Few offered the extreme highs (emotional or visceral) of some previous years. There were fewe…

20 Top Grossing Movies Of 2011: THR Year In Review Gallery

Uncouth comments, industry infighting, leaked spoilers and one embarrassingly public direct message top THR's list of the most ill-advised tweets of the year. View gallery

'Vampire Diaries' Hunk Taylor Kinney, Lady Gaga Go Public As A Couple. Finally.

Lady Gaga has finally gone public with her new man, Taylor Kinney, the hot hunky star (Uncle Mason or as his fans call him, "Hunkle Mason") of The Vampire Diaries. The pair met in July on the set of the music video for her hit song, “You and I."

Russell Brand And Katy Perry Divorce: What Hollywood Is Saying

After spending the holidays apart, and going ringless to boot, Russell Brand has filed for divorce from Katy Perry, his bombshell-pop star wife of 14 months. "Sadly, Katy and I are ending our marriage. I'll always adore her and I know we'll remain f…

Desperate Housewives Preview: Gaby Suspects Carlos Of Murder

Eva Longoria's Desperate Housewives character is ready to do a little bit of detective work.

When Do 2012 Shows Return?!?

I know we’ve been not-so-subtly complaining about the lack of TV news this week, but that’s only because we’re so close to the season premieres of “Justified,” “Archer,” and many of our other favorite TV shows — including “Mad Men,” some 500-plus da…

The Worst "Legends Of The Hidden Temple" Run Ever

“Legends of the Hidden Temple” was one of a handful of game shows Nickelodeon made in the 1990s that featured kids competing in physical events to try to win prizes. For the show’s final event, the two-person team that survived a number of prelimina…

New Year's Eve FAIL

This is the biggest New Year's Eve FAIL ever. Happy New Year's from BuzzFeed.