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Mississippi To Become First No-Abortion State: Law Shuts Down Last Women's Clinic, Doctors Can Lose License

If the US Court of Appeals does not side with Mississippi's only abortion clinic, the state will become the first without any access for women.

John XXIII and John Paul II Become Saints: Pope Francis Canonizes Holy Men Who Helped Shaped Catholicism in Latin America

The process of becoming a saint in the Catholic Church is one that takes decades, even centuries, to finalize. However, two recent popes' journey to sainthood has been accelerated and will reach fruition today in Rome.

Navajo Nation Eliminates Tax on Healthy Food: Native Americans Hope to Combat Diabetes

As obesity and diabetes rates continue to increase in the Native American community, Navajo tribal leaders voted earlier this week to eliminate sales taxes on healthy food items, which they hope will combat the epidemic by encouraging healthier diets.

Day of Four Popes to Canonize John XXIII and Paul II, Pope Francis and Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI Will Attend

For the first time, two living popes will be in attendance at a canonization of former popes. On Sunday John XXIII and John Paul II will be canonized by the Vatican, which marks a rare historical event for all Catholics in the world watching via television, Internet and social media.

Drinking Coffee Linked to Reduced Type 2 Diabetes Risk: Compounds Improve Glucose Metabolism, Harvard Researchers Say

A recent study has found that drinking coffee can help lower the chances of getting type 2 diabetes.

GMO Food Labeling Law Passes Vermont Senate: National Movement Exposes Monsanto, DuPont's "Natural" Food Products

The law just needs Governor Shumlin's approval On April 16, the Vermont Senate passed H. 112, a follow-up bill to a similar bill first passed in 2013.

LA Clippers Owner Racist Comments to Girlfriend Stiviano: Donald Sterling Has Problems With Black Instagram Friends, Magic Johnson

Notorious Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling is back in the spotlight for being “the worst person in the world,” as described by commentators nationwide. An audio clip, leaked by TMZ, revealed the basketball owner arguing with his girlfriend V. Stiviano over his disapproval of her associating with black people.

Purina One NYC Pop-Up Cat Café Draws Hundreds: New Yorkers Enjoy Cat'achinos With Feline Friends

This week, feline lovers in New York City got the chance to pet and snuggle with cute cats while enjoying a complimentary cup of coffee at the new pop-up Cat Café in Manhattan.

Local News: Minneapolis to Celebrate Native Americans with Indigenous People’s Day on Christopher Columbus Day

The Minnesota city will recognize indigenous history on a new holiday, Minneapolis City Council said.

New York Lotto Winning Numbers & Results April 26, 2014: Jackpot at $4.1 Million

The next drawing for the New York Lotto will take place on Saturday, April 26. The winning numbers for the New York Lotto drawing on April 23 were 23, 37, 41, 43, 45 and 47, and the bonus number was 8.

Powerball Numbers & Results April 26, 2014: Watch Live Stream Of Drawing For $40 Million Jackpot

The excitement is growing for the April 26, 2014, Powerball jackpot, which stands at $40 million. The drawing will take place Saturday at 11 p.m. EDT.

Yonkers & Westchester News 2014: 25 Dead Cats Found Hanging From Trees in Vacant Lot in Yonkers

A worker with the Yonkers Department of Public Works discovered 25 slain cats hanging like ornaments from a Yonkers tree on Thursday morning.

Connecticut High School Stabbing: Teen Killed After Reportedly Turning Down Prom Date

A 16-year-old student was stabbed to death Friday morning inside of a Connecticut high school, just hours before she planned to attend her school prom. Officials are now investigating whether the attacker killed the teenager after she rejected his request to be her prom date.

Midnight Mexican Meals to Upscale American-Style Mexican Dining: Taco Bell Launches Upscale Trendy Restaurant U.S. Taco Co. and Urban Taproom

Midnight Mexican meal fixes are offered almost exclusively by Taco Bell. But, the international fast-food chain, which was founded in Downey, California during the spring of 1962 and has more than 6,500 locations, is launching a posh version of itself, entitled U.S. Taco Co. and Urban Taproom -- and apparently, it’s pretty awesome.

Alvin Independent School District Stabbing: Texas High School Student Stabs Classmate Twice During Lunch Break

A high school student was reportedly stabbed by a classmate at a high school in Manvel, Texas, near Houston on Friday afternoon.

From Dusk Till Dawn's Wilmer Valderrama on Playing Vampire-Crime Lord Don Carlos: "I Love Playing the Bad Guy!"

When director Robert Rodriguez's "From Dusk Till Dawn: The Series" on El Rey Network was picked up for a second season, Wilmer Valderrama, who plays a sinister blood-sucking, vampire-crime lord, Don Carlos Madrigal, had a huge smile on his face -- but this time without the fangs!

Pope John Paul II Quotes & Facts: Pope's Crucifix Collapses, Kills Man & Injures Another

An Italian man was crushed to death by a 100-foot-tall crucifix that collapsed on top of him. A young man was killed in Northern Italy Friday after being crushed by a crucifix that was erected to honor Pope John Paul II.

Beyonce Songs: 'Drunk in Love' Star Lands On Cover Of TIME For Annual '100 Most Influential People' Issue

Beyoncé is on the cover of TIME magazine's annual "100 Most Influential People in the World," which recognizes people who have inspired others the most, regardless of their moral standing.

Chris Brown & Karrueche Tran Relationship News and Trial Update 2014: Model Will Stick By 'Loyal' Singer's Side During Assault Trial

As Chris Brown's assault trial was delayed until late June, his on-and-off girlfrien Karrueche Tran vows to be there for the "Loyal" singer in any circumstances.

Mexican Men Under 35-Years-Old with Traffic Violations are Most at Risk of Deportation, More than Even Those with Major Criminal Offenses

The Obama administration, immigration, and deportation have been lumped topics within recent years, and will continue to be as long as undocumented immigrants continue to be removed from the country at unparalleled rates. The New York Times reported that while the president has aimed his boot at kicking out "criminals, gang bangers, people who are hurting the community, not students... folks who are here just because they're trying to figure out how to feed their families," New York Times analysis shows that more than 60 are guilty of minor infractions.
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