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Jessica Michele Herring



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US Citizenship and Immigration Services Study: DACA Application Approvals Vary by Metro Area

A new study released by the Brookings Institution shows that more Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals applications have been approved in certain metro areas in the United States.

Venezuela Considers Raising Gas Prices, Government Fears Public Backlash

The Venezuelan government is considering raising its very low gas prices, which could cause public unrest.

UN Declares Highest Emergency Level in Iraq

The United Nations declared the highest emergency level for the conflict in Iraq. The United Nations has declared the highest emergency level for the conflict in Iraq, which continues to escalate as government troops and Sunni militants battle for control of the region.

ISIS Militant Fighting Update: Britain Sends Special Forces to Iraq on Humanitarian Mission

Britain is sending special forces to Iraq to aid oppressed minorities. Britain has joined the U. S. in deploying troops to aid civilians besieged by Sunni militants in northern Iraq.

New Study: Immigration Associated With Increase in Smoking Among Latinos, Asians

A new study finds that immigration is tied to an increase in smoking among Latino and Asian immigrants.

Iraqi PM Maliki Resists Ouster as Western Nations, Iran Rally Around Abadi

Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki refuses to step down, despite the U.S., E.U. and Iranian support for prime minister-designate Haider al-Abadi.

Italian Journalist, Three Munitions Experts Killed in Gaza

An Italian journalist and three Palestinian bomb experts were killed in Gaza when a bomb accidentally exploded.

Mexican Politicians Consider Raising Country's Minimum Wage

Mexican politicians are considering raising the country's minimum wage, which is one of the lowest in Latin America.

Michael Brown Protests Continue After Two Days of Riots

Protesters in Missouri gathered Tuesday to protest the death of 18-year-old Michael Brown, a black teenager who was shot to death by a police officer.

Human Rights Group Says Egypt Committed Crimes Against Humanity

A New York-based human rights group released a report Tuesday that Egyptian authorities have committed humanitarian crimes.

U.S. Supports New Iraqi Prime Minister, Promises Economic, Military Aid

The United States has propped up a new Iraqi prime minister, but the current Prime Minister, Nouri al-Maliki, refuses to give up his post.

Minority Students to Outnumber White Students This Fall

For the first time in U.S. history, minority students will outnumber white students this fall. For this first time this fall, minority students will outnumber white students in U.

Son of Mexican Politician Arrested Because of Association With Drug Lord

Rodrigo Vallejo Mora, the son of a prominent Mexican politician, was arrested due to his association with a major Mexican drug cartel.

Tayyip Erdogan Wins Landslide Victory in Turkish Presidential Election

Tayyip Erdogan won the Turkish presidential election by a wide electoral margin Sunday. Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan won Turkey's first direct presidential election with a landslide victory Sunday, solidifying his already strong control over the Turkish political system.

Israeli Delegation Arrives in Cairo as 72-House Cease-Fire Takes Effect

An Israeli delegation arrived in Cairo Monday to continue talks in an effort to achieve a lasting peace in Gaza and Israel.

President Obama Signs Bill Overhauling Veterans Affairs After Treatment Scandal

President Barack Obama signed a law that allows thousands of military veterans to return to private doctors, reversing mountains of red tape and corruption that resulted in long waits for medical care.

Kerry Brokering Negotiations Between Afghan Presidential Candidates to Create Unity Government

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is in Afghanistan to broker negotiations between Afghan presidential candidates in an effort to form a national unity government.

Mexico Implements Major Energy Reforms

The Mexican Congress instituted major energy reforms in an effort to improve the country's declining oil industry.

Cease-Fire Ends as Palestinians Launch Rockets Into Israel

The 72-hour cease-fire ended between Israel and Gaza when Palestinian groups firing rockets into southern Israel.

President Obama Considering Unilateral Action on Immigration Reform

President Obama said Wednesday that he is considering taking unilateral action to handle the immigration crisis at the border, as well as to ensure corporate fiscal responsibility.

Colombian President Juan Manual Santos Inaugurated For Second Term

President Juan Manuel Santos was inaugurated for his second term Thursday. President Juan Manuel Santos was inaugurated Thursday, beginning his second term as Colombia's president.

ISIS Militants Seize More Iraqi Towns As Refugees Flee to Mountains

The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria has made gains in Iraq, causing ethnic and religious minorities to flee the the mountains, where they face starvation and dehydration.

Edward Snowden Granted Asylum in Russia for 3 More Years

Russia has decided to grant Edward Snowden residency for the next three years, further delaying his extradition to the United States.

Bodies of Nearly 100 Dead Immigrants Found in Arizona Desert Since October

The bodies of nearly 100 deceased immigrants have been found in Arizona's desert since October 2013.

GOP Establishment Wins Big in Tuesday's Primaries

Established GOP candidates saw big wins against tea party newcomers in Tuesday's primary elections.
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