New York, Nov 12 : Controversial comedienne Sandra Bernhard has dismissed earlier reports that she said Sarah Palin would be "gang-raped by my big black brothers" if she enters Manhattan.

"I never said ''''gang-raped'''' and I never used ''''rape,'''' " the New York Daily News quoted Bernhard, as saying.

Bernhard was widely condemned after reportedly making the remark in her opening monologue during a show last month at Washington, D. C.’s Theater J.

New York - Christopher Ciccone has little in common with his sister, ultra fit and apparently ageless pop star Madonna.

The 47-year-old Ciccone is so reserved he comes across almost as shy. He's wrapped in an oversized hooded sweatshirt, and the wrinkles show around his eyes, making him look personable.

New York, November 12: Jaden Smith, son of actor-rapper Will Smith and actress-singer Jada Pinkett Smith, will star in a ‘Karate Kid’ remake.

The 10-year-old, who made his film debut in the Oscar-nominated “The Pursuit of Happyness” as the son of his father''s character, will lead the role that shot the then-young star Ralph Macchio to glory with the 1984 hit.

New York City: ­ Struggling US insurer American International Group (AIG) on Monday in New York reported a record third quarter net loss of 24.47 billion dollars compared to a net profit of 3.09 billion dollars in the same period last year.

Commenting on the results, AIG Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Edward M Liddy said, "third quarter results reflect extreme dislocations and volatility in the capital markets and significant charges related to restructuring activities."

New York, Nov 10 : Oscar-winning actor Clint Eastwood has vowed never to get into politics again.

The 78-year-old revealed his decision during an interview for London''s Observer.