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Supreme Court to Hear Facebook Threats Case, Decide Whether Intimidating Posts Are Protected by the First Amendment

The Supreme Court will hear a case Monday on whether threats made on Facebook constitute a criminal act or are protected under the First Amendment.

Black Friday & Cyber Monday Sales Numbers: Holiday Weekend Shopping Drops by 11 Percent at Stores and Online

Due to longer and earlier promotions this year, fewer shoppers were seen in stores or online over the holiday weekend than last year, a trend that is expected to continue throughout Cyber Monday.

Cyber Monday 2014 Deals: Shop Online Safely for Wireless Speakers via Amazon, Twitter and More

The holiday shopping season is in full swing, and many Cyber Monday deals on gadgets are slashing prices on all sorts of hot-ticket technology. Many Christmas lists feature wireless speakers, so retailers are marking down prices.

Ebola Outbreak 2014 Update: Cuban Doctor 'Still Weak' But Gradually Recovering in Geneva

The Cuban doctor who contracted Ebola while treating patients in West Africa is slowly recovering, though the Swiss hospital that is treating him said on Friday that he is still weak.

Dominican Republic Officials Say US Ambassador Who Called Country Corrupt 'Wants to Create Conflict'

Two deputies of the Dominican Republic dominant party criticized United States ambassador James W. Brewster for calling for the removal of corruption in the island country, saying it was the “Achilles heel” for the U.S.

Latin Social Media Roundup: Chiquis Rivera, Angelique Boyer & Sebastián Rulli Talk About the People They Love

This week, Latino stars were taking the time to give thanks for their families and loved ones on social media.

'Frozen' Movie and Songs: Star Indina Menzel Says Sequel Is in the Works

There is official word that a sequel to Disney's smash-hit "Frozen" is in the works, straight from the mouth of one of its stars.

UN Says US Fails to Meet Anti-Torture Treaty Standards, Cites Military Interrogations & Treatment of Immigrants

A United Nations panel reported Friday that the United States is not being fully compliant with an international anti-torture treaty

Man Dead, Woman in Critical Condition After Black Friday Shooting at Chicago Nordstrom

A man was killed and a woman injured from a double shooting inside the Nordstrom department store on Chicago's Magnificent Mile during Black Friday shopping

Ferguson, Missouri Shooting News: Photo of Police Officer and Protester Goes Viral

A photograph of a police officer and protester in Portland, Oregon, sharing a moment of compassion during a Ferguson rally is spreading like wildfire online.

How Peruvian Vigilantes Known as Rondas Use Bull Penises To Deter Criminals

In an odd form of punishment, a Peruvian provincial capital peacekeeper uses whips made from bull penises to deter criminals

San Jose, California Burger King Restaurant Employees Find Bag Filled With $100K in Cash, Turn It in to Authorities

In a case of very honest behavior, a man turned over a bag full of $100,000 cash that he found in a Burger King to the authorities.

Ohio Woman Recovers From 6th Surgery, Celebrates Thanksgiving After 4-Pound Rock Is Dropped on Her Car in Pennsylvania

A woman from northeast Ohio is recovering from her sixth surgery related to injuries from a rock being dropped onto her vehicle from a Pennsylvania overpass. The middle school teacher's skull was crushed in the incident.

Golden Retriever Gets Distracted by Every Obstacle Possible in Dog Show Race Viral Video [Watch]

A new viral video is sweeping the Internet. But instead of featuring someone accomplishing an incredible feat, or amazing viewers by showing real talent at a unique skill, this video shows a dog being -- well, a dog.

Colorado Marijuana Stores Turn Black Friday Into Green Friday, Offer Discounts on Weed, Edibles and Joints

Colorado’s marijuana stores offered smoking hot deals to Thanksgiving and Black Friday shoppers, which they have re-dubbed “Green Friday.”

Nevada Judge Stops Uber Car Service: Almost 1,00 Drivers, Others Lose Jobs

Ride-sharing service Uber has ceased all operations in Nevada as of Wednesday after it was revealed that it was bending the state's transportation laws for a month. The company vowed that it would resume its car services once it found a way to legally operate in the state.

Thanksgiving Snow Storm 2014: Newburgh, New York Plow Buries Kid Cousins Building a Fort for Over 4 Hours

Two New York boys were rescued after being trapped under several feet of snow for hours after being buried by a snow plow on Wednesday, police said. The 9 and 11-year-old were building a snow fort in a built-up mound in the parking lot of an apartment complex in Newburgh.

Austin Police Department Shooting: Texas Gunman Killed After His Bullets Penetrate Bullet Proof Windows

Authorities fatally shot a man who they say opened fire on the police headquarters in Austin, Texas early Friday morning. He also targeted a U.S. courthouse and the Mexican Consulate, according to Assistant Police Chief Raul Munguia.

Indian Court Bans Comedy Central From Television

India has suspended the American channel Comedy Central for six days for showing “obscene and vulgar” programming.

'Big Little Lies' New Show: Reese Witherspoon and Nicole Kidman to Co-Star in New TV Series

In a surprising move from two of Hollywood's biggest leading ladies, Nicole Kidman and Reese Witherspoon will be co-starring in a television series.

Pan New Movie Release and Cast News: First Trailer Released Online

The first official trailer for the upcoming star-studded film "Pan" was released online Tuesday.

'The Imitation Game' Cast News, Release, and Preview: World War II Film Set for Box Office This Weekend

In time for the holidays, "The Imitation Game" will be released this weekend, telling the exciting story of World War II code-breakers and the scientific precision behind modern intelligence today.

New Jersey Bear Attack Death 2014: Photos Taken Before 300-Pound Animal Kills Man Released [Pic]

A series of photos found on a deceased New Jersey hiker's cellphone shows his activity just moments before he was killed.

'Penguins of Madagascar' 2014 Movie Cast and Trailer: Reviews Positive for Dreamworks Spin-off [Watch]

From the wildly popular "Madagascar" series, DreamWorks released the spin-off title "Penguins of Madagascar" on Wednesday in time for the holiday weekend, and reviews are surprisingly positive.

Shia LaBeouf 2014: Actor Appears in New York Court, But Why?

Actor Shia LaBeouf briefly appeared in a New York court Tuesday to prove his compliance with a court-ordered treatment program following his conviction of disorderly conduct in September.
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