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Jessica Michele Herring

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Petro Poroshenko Inaugurated as Ukrainian President: Urges Rebels to Lay Down Arms

Petro Poroshenko was sworn in as the new Ukrainian president on Saturday in Kiev. New Ukrainian leader Petro Poroshenko urged pro-Russian rebels to stand down in his inaugural address following his swearing in as president Saturday in Kiev.

Current World Political News: US to Hold Talks With Iran June 9-10 About Iranian Nuclear Weapons, Capabilities

Senior U.S. and Iranian officials are meeting Monday to have bilateral talks about Iran's nuclear program ahead of formal negotiations.

Georgia Shooting: Deputy Shot While Stopping Shooter From Entering Courthouse, Suspect Planned on Taking Hostages [Video]

A deputy at a Georgia courthouse stopped a gunman with explosives and an assault rifle from entering the courthouse on Friday in a shootout that left the deputy wounded.

Common Core State Standards: North Carolina Legislature, Oklahoma Governor Pass Measures Repealing Common Core Testing

The North Carolina legislature passed a measure to repeal Common Core this week, and Oklahoma's governor signed a law repealing the educational standards in the state.

Spain News & King: Prince Felipe Talks Unemployment, Unity in First Speech as Symbolic Leader

Future Spanish king Crown Prince Felipe spoke to the public Wednesday in his first speech since it was announced that he would replace his father, Juan Carlos, as king.

President Obama Honors WWII Veterans at Normandy D-Day Ceremony

President Obama saluted D-Day veterans Friday on the 70th anniversary of the invasion in Normandy, France.

Senators Negotiate Deal to Reform Veteran Affairs After VA Secretary Eric Shinseki's Resignation

Senators reached a bipartisan deal Thursday to reform the Department of Veterans Affairs. A group of Senators announced a bipartisan bill Thursday to rectify the issues plaguing the Department of Veterans Affairs.

China Gives $16 Million to Syrian Refugees, $10 Million to Palestinians

China has promised millions in aid to Syrian refugees and Palestinians in a bold attempt to bolster ties with the Arab world.

Ukraine and Russia Conflict and Protest: President Obama to Meet With European Leaders at G7 Summit to Discuss Ukraine Crisis

President Obama will meet with top European leaders at the G7 summit to discuss the situation in Ukraine, among a host of other issues.

Obama Administration to End Fight Against Portion of Arizona Immigration Bill?

The Obama administration said Wednesday that it is willing to drop the lawsuit against the 'racial profiling' section of Arizona's immigration bill if Arizona agrees to halt specific practices.

NYPD's 'Operation Money Grant' Raid Arrests More Than 100 Gangsters in One of NYC's Largest Gang Crackdowns

The New York Police Department arrested more than 100 gang members Wednesday in one of the largest gang crackdowns in New York City's history.

Immigration Reform News 2014: Farmers and Restaurants Hurt by Current Immigration Laws

Farmers, restaurants and businesses in Utah are pushing for federal immigration reform to help boost profits.

Ukraine Claims 300 Pro-Russia Rebels Killed in Clashes Near Eastern Border

Ukraine government forces reported Wednesday that 300 pro-Russia rebels were killed in east Ukraine, but the separatists deny the death toll number.

China Suppresses Tiananmen Square Commemoration; Thousands Gather for Vigil in Hong Kong

While China has imposed a security crackdown to prevent commemorations of the 25th anniversary of the deadly Tiananmen Square protest, thousands gathered in Beijing to remember those lost in the brutal massacre.

Abdel Fattah al-Sisi Declared Winner of Egyptian Presidential Election

Former military leader Abdel Fatah al-Sisi was declared the winner of the Egyptian presidential election Tuesday night.

New York State Assembly Passes DREAM Act; Latinos, Advocates Urge State Senate to Pass it in Final Vote

The New York Assembly passed the DREAM Act Monday to expand tuition for undocumented students, and it will soon go to the Senate for a final vote.

Syria Holds Presidential Election, President al-Assad's Likely Election Considered Unfair by Western Nations

Syria began elections Tuesday to elect the next president, but critics say it is a charade to reassert Assad's power.

President Obama Calls on Russian President Vladimir Putin to End Aggressive Actions in Ukraine

President Obama called on Russia to stop its aggressive actions in Ukraine while in Warsaw, Poland, Tuesday.

Seattle Expected to Raise Minimum Wage to $15 Per Hour

Seattle, Wash. is likely to raise the city's minimum wage to $15 per hour Monday. Seattle could become the first city in the country to raise the minimum wage to $15 per hour, enabling citizens to live on hourly wages.

Middle East Peace Treaty: Fatah and Hamas Sign Unity Government Deal in West Bank

Palestinian Authority government Fatah, headed by Mahmoud Abbas, signed a unity government deal with militant group Hamas Monday.

Undocumented Young Latinos Disenfranchised But Politically Active

A large number of young Latinos remain undocumented and excluded from voting, but are still politically active.

King Juan Carlos of Spain Abdicates; Crown Prince Felipe to Take Over

King Juan Carlos has announced that he is abdicating his position as king of Spain in favor of his son, Prince Felipe.

President Obama to Meet Ukrainian President-elect Petro Poroshenko Next Week: Part of Four-Day Trip to Europe

President Obama will have a meeting with Ukraine's new president-elect, Petro Poroshenko, in Poland next week.

International News: Turkish Activists Commemorate 1st Anniversary of Gezi Park Protests

Activists will gather Saturday in areas around Istanbul to mark the first anniversary of nationwide anti-government protests.

New York Lotto Winning Numbers & Results May 31, 2014: Jackpot at $7.1 Million

The next New York Lotto drawing is on Saturday, May 31. The winning numbers for the New York Lotto drawing on May 28 were 4, 5, 28, 33, 41 and 46, and the bonus number was 12.
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