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Boeing 747-8 to Be New Air Force One Plane: USAF Put Aside $1.6B for Research on President's Airplane

The president is getting a new plane. The Air Force has chosen a new Air Force One, the plane on which the U.S. president travels, and Boeing will manufacture it.

ISIS Video Reportedly Shows Execution of Captured Jordanian Pilot

A new video released by the extremist group shows the execution of Jordanian pilot Lt. Moaz al-Kasasbeh. He was burned alive on the video.

Cho Hyun-ah, Daughter of Korean Air CEO Cho Yang-ho Charged for 'Nut Rage' Case

The former Korean Air executive was charged with various crimes, including assault and violating aviation safety laws following a December incident in which she attacked a flight attendant who served nuts improperly.

Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker Calls for Sending Troops to Fight ISIS: South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham Suggests Sending 10K Soldiers

In an interview, Republican South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham proposed that the U.S. send thousands of troops to win the fight against Islamic extremist group ISIS. Now, presidential hopeful Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker has expressed the same sentiment.

Venezuela Government Criticized After Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro Accuses Farmatodo Drugstores for Long Lines, Food Shortages

One of Venezuela’s most well-known drugstore chains, Farmatodo, has come under government scrutiny. The company’s top executives have been imprisoned as the government blames them for the long lines and food shortages plaguing the nation.

Super Bowl 2015 Ads: Northrop Grumman Airs First Super Bowl Commercial by a Military Contractor [Watch]

Among the many ads aired during Super Bowl 49 Sunday evening, one stuck out. One of the largest military contractors in the country, Northrop Grumman, aired a brief ad in which it hinted at a new mystery aircraft that could be joining the U.S. Air Force’s ranks in the future.

Venezuela Defector Accuses Head of National Assembly Diosdado Cabello of Drug Links

The former bodyguard has testified that Cabello has links to the Cartel de los Soles drug-trafficking group. However, the Venezuelan government has denounced Salazar and has called the allegations another attack against the regime.

Chile Senate Approves Civil Union Act: Chilean President Michelle Bachelet Vows to Sign Bill Allowing Gay, Same-Sex Unions

Chile is one step closer to achieving equality for its gay and lesbian citizens. The South American country's legislature has passed a civil union bill that is to be signed by the president; however, the country still does not have marriage equality.

North Korea World News: Leader Kim Jong-Un to Visit Moscow, Russia for World War II Celebrations?

North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un could be visiting Russia this year, according to South Korean media and the Kremlin. It remains uncertain, however, whether Jong-Un will visit himself or will send another dignitary for Russia's celebrations of the end of the Second World War.

Trey Songz, Chris Brown & Tyga 'Between the Sheets' Tour: 'New Flame' Singer Apologizes for Postponing 2015 Concerts, Promises to Finish Community Service

Chris Brown’s recent legal troubles have forced him to postpone his latest tour, the Between the Sheets Tour. Brown, instead of dazzling fans with his music, will have to finish his community service since he violated his probation.

Brazilian Police Discover Two Tanks in São Paulo Raid

While searching for a stolen car, police in São Paulo stumble across to old tanks hidden away in a warehouse in one of the city's neighborhoods.

Argentina President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner Dissolves Intelligence Secretariat, Replaces It With New Agency in Hour-Long Speech [Watch]

Argentine President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner announced to her people that she would dissolve the country’s intelligence service and replace it with a new agency and methods. However, she has already garnered objections from the opposition.

Malaysia Airlines Hacked: Notorious Lizard Squad Attacks Website, Experts Say Customers at Risk

A hacker group, already infamous for ruining Christmas for new PlayStation and Xbox users, could now be involved a new incident. The Lizard Squad allegedly hacked into Malaysia Airlines’ website.

Former CIA Agent Jeffrey Sterling Convicted of Leaking Classified Information to Journalist

Sterling was accused of giving journalist James Risen classified information on a secret plan to undermine Iran's plan to develop nuclear power.

Hershey's Stops Import of British-Made Chocolates, Claims UK Candy Resembles US Cadbury, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups & York Peppermint Patty

British chocolate fans will be disappointed to know that British-made chocolates will not be sold in the U.S. any longe as part of a deal brokered by Hershey's and a distributer.

Alberto Nisman Death Update: Argentine Reporter Damian Pachter Flees to Israel

Pachter fled Saturday because he believed he was being followed by an intelligence officer and feared for his safety. The journalist arrived in Tel Aviv safely and explained why he left his home country.

Researchers Look to Release Millions of Genetically Modified Mosquitoes in Florida Keys

Oxitec has to wait until the FDA decides on the project for it to move forward; however, they argue their project will benefit the community as it would lessen the risk of certain mosquito-transmitted diseases.

Gay Marriage News 2015: Federal Judge Overturns Alabama Same-Sex Marriage Ban, But Stay in Effect for 2 Weeks

Though the state's same-sex marriage ban has been overturned, the judge ordered a stay on the ruling to allow the state to appeal. However, if the appeal fails, same-sex couples will be allowed to marry and enjoy other rights and benefits enjoyed by heterosexual couples.

LGBT Rights: Oklahoma State Rep. Sally Kern Pushes for 3 Laws Discriminating LGBT Community

Kern has proposed three anti-gay bills targeting same-sex marriage, conversation therapy and allowing anti-gay discrimination.

DreamWorks Animation Shutting Down Studio, 500 Employees Fired

The animation studio's reorganization has led to the closing of one of its studios and the firing of hundreds of employees in attempts of long-term cost savings. DreamWorks Animation will also release only two movies a year.

Pope Francis Talks Crossing US-Mexico Border, Will Visit New York, Philadelphia and Washington

The pope expressed solidarity with undocumented immigrants who cross the border from Mexico. Though he will not be able to visit the country, Pope Francis will be planning trips to South America.

Cordova, Tennessee Mother Offended by School Bus' Brake Lights, Says Pentagram Shape Offends God, Christians [Pic]

A Christian Tennessee mother is outraged by what she found on a school bus’ rear lights: a pentagram. She claims the symbol to be Satanic and is calling for others to be outraged with her.

GOP and Tea Party Mention Immigration in Spanish Responses to 2015 State of the Union Address But Give No Reform Plan [Video]

The Republican Party provided five responses to President Barack Obama’s State of the Union address. Two in particular affect Latino immigrants in particular as GOP legislators addressed them in Spanish. However, the Republican mention on immigration was brief and vague.

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo Threatens to Sue Fox News Channel Over Claims of 'No-Go,' Muslim-Only Zones in France

Fox News may see some legal troubles coming their way after the mayor of Paris threatened to sue the American news channel over its allegations regarding "no-go zones" in the French capital. Though the network has apologized, the city remains determined to pursue legal action.

Interstate 75 Highway Overpass in Ohio, Cincinnati Collapses: Construction Worker Found Dead, Driver Injured

An overpass set to be demolished at Interstate 75 in Cincinnati collapsed Monday night killing one and injuring another. Emergency responders arrived at the scene to free the deceased's body and assess the damage along with city officials.
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