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Miss World 2013 Crowns Miss Philippines Megan Young

On Saturday, the Miss World 2013 pageant rocked Miss Philippines' world with the crowning of the coveted title. American born Megan Young, 23, beat out 126 other contestants on the Indonesian island of Bali.
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Xbox One vs PS4 in China: Video Game Ban Lifted in Shanghai Free Trade Zone

Will the Chinese market present more opportunities for the Xbox One and PS4?

No More Siestas in Spain? Country Wants to Change Its Time Zones

Spain attracts millions of tourists each year with their passion for life, delicious cuisine and intense music and dance and rich history. While the country's past is alluring for its tourists, its citizens don't want to be stuck in the past, they literally want to move forward -- by changing its time zone.

Pilot Dies in Flight: United Airlines Plane Makes Emergency Landing After Captain Suffers Mid-Air Heart Attack

A United Airlines flight from Houston to Seattle on Thursday turned tragic when one of the pilots suffered a fatal heart attack in midair
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Flesh-Eating Drug 'Krokodil' Found in Arizona; May Cause Rotting of Skin

A mysterious flesh-eating drug, Krokodil, is now spotted in the US, particularly Arizona. The said drug first emerged in Russia about ten years ago, Fox News reports.

Barilla Pasta Boycott: Homophobic Comments from Italian Pasta Maker Draw Fire

Italian pasta maker Barilla is facing intense criticism after its chairperson, Guido Barilla, said in an interview with Italian Radio that he would never feature a gay family in his advertisements and that they can "eat another brand."

Joe Arpaio, Arizona Sheriff, Bans Meat From Maricopa County Jail

Controversial Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio is known for his aggressive stances and strict jail policies, and now he is making yet another change: No more meat in his jail
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Jay Z, Barneys New York Release Exclusive Holiday Collection

Jay Z, known for his expensive taste, collaborates with the high-end retailer Barneys New York, creating an "immense gallery space" for their annual holiday collection.

George Zimmerman Trial Update: Wife Can't Find Him to Serve Divorce Papers

George Zimmerman is nowhere to be found and his wife, Shellie, is trying to serve him divorce papers.

Mega Millions Winning Numbers and Results for September 24, 2013

The Mega Millions jackpot for tonight is already at $160 million. Could someone be the next multi-millionaire?
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New Law Helps California Teens Clean Up their Digital Act

On Monday, Gov. Jerry Brown set a precedent by signing off on a new law that would require websites to allow people younger than 18 to remove their own postings.
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Pope Francis' News, Quotes: Will New Pope's Reality Check Resonate with Latinos?

In a recent interview with America Magazine, Pope Francis, an Argentine of Italian heritage, shared a new approach towards change in the Catholic church, but does it align with Latinos' vision?

Universal Influenza Vaccine Breakthrough Could Prevent Flu Outbreaks

A prospective cohort study recently published in the journal Nature Medicine reveals that there might be a solution to the rapidly changing and evolving flu viruses and strains after all.
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Transgender Homecoming Queen: Cassidy Lynn Campbell Crowned at SoCal High School, Faces Hate On Social Media

16-year-old Cassidy Lynn Campbell was crowned homecoming queen at Marina High School in Southern California and was overwhelmed with tears of joy.

Chicago Park Shooting: 13 People Wounded, Including 3-Year-Old

Thirteen people were wounded in a shooting at a Chicago park on Thursday, in what was the second major gun-related incident of the week in the United States, coming just days after the D.C. Navy Yard massacre.

Mega Millions Winning Numbers and Results September 20, 2013: Watch Live Stream of Drawing

The Mega Millions jackpot is now at $145 million and anyone could be the next multi-millionaire.
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Messiah Baby Name Change: Tennessee Judge Rules Baby Can Keep His Name

On Wednesday, a Tennessee judge reversed a ruling that ordered parents to change their baby's name from Messiah.

Crocodile Under Bed: Man Sleeps Through the Night Before Discovering 300 Pound Reptile

A man in Zimbabwe spent the night with a crocodile under his bed and did not even know it until the next day.
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