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Same-Sex Marriage Equality News 2014: Federal Judge Declares Colorado Marriage Ban Unconstitutional

Colorado's attorney general continues to fight against the various courts' decision overturning the state's same-sex marriage ban.

International News: Russia Retaliates Against US With Sanctions of Its Own, Targets Virgina Congressman

Russia has begun to pass its own sanctions against the United States. The new regulations prevent certain Americans from entering Russia in the same manner that U.S. sanctions hinder certain Russian officials and businessmen.

Israel News: Thousands Around the World Protest Israeli Attacks on Palestine: Things Get Violent in France, Poland

Protests turned violent in Paris and Istanbul when Palestine supporters clashed with police. Protests have been happening for the past week around the world in support of Palestinians.

Miami-Dade County Commission Approves The Cuban Exile History Museum, Florida Residents Dispute Location

In an attempt to commemorate the Cuban-American experience in Miami, a new museum will be built remembering the history of Cubans moving from Communist Cuba to the city.

China and Latin America: Argentina and China Sign Trade Deals

The two nations sign over 20 trade agreements and China has loaned billions of dollars for infrastructure projects in the South American nation.

Ukraine Thinks Pro-Russia Rebels Moved Bodies From Malaysia Airlines Flight Crash; Obama, Others Demand Investigation

Two days after the tragic crash of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17, investigators continue struggle to gather evidence on how the plane crashed. Both sides, the Ukrainian government and the rebels, blame the other for the lack of progress.

Supreme Court, Same-Sex Marriages: SCOTUS Says Utah Doesn’t Have to Recognize Gay Marriage During Appeal

The highest court in the land says that the marriage's are on hold until the appeals process is complete.

Ex-Taliban Prisoner Bowe Bergdahl Speaks Through Attorney, Thanks President Barack Obama

The Army sergeant has returned to full active duty and will be investigated by the military. After being freed from captivity at the hands of the Taliban, Bowe Bergdahl has finally spoken to the public.

Washington State Wildfires Force Hundreds to Evacuate

The fires have spread across various towns and has led to the evacuation of thousands. Wildfires continue to rage in the Pacific Northwest as firefighters battle the blaze and locals evacuate their homes.

Malaysia Airlines MH17 Update 2014: New Information Revealed as Investigators Look to Find Answers

New information reveals the nationalities aboard the plane and also the detrimental effect the plane crash has had on the medical field.

Decades-Old Assassination of Colombian Presidential Candidate Finally Solved

Retired General Miguel Maza Marquez has been charged with co-planning the assassination of the New Liberalism presidential candidate in 1989.

British Man Sentenced to 12 and a Half Years in Prison by US Court for Helping Taliban

Babar Ahmad was the mastermind behind Jihadist websites that aided Islamist extremist groups. A Connecticut court on Wednesday sentenced Babar Ahmad to prison for helping the Taliban and other Islamic extremist terrorist organizations.

Michael Sam ESPY Speech 2014: Openly Gay Football Star Wins Award, Delivers Emotional Speech [WATCH]

He received the Arthur Ashe Courage Award during the ceremony held in Los Angeles. The newest addition to the St. Louis Rams, Michael Sam, has won an award from ESPN.

Gay Marriage in Florida: Judge Strikes Down State’s Gay Marriage Ban in One County

Florida has become the 20th state to overturn its ban on same-sex marriage but this ruling only applies to one county.

Russia Rumored to Reopen Cuban Spy Base, Putin Denies Reports

The spy base used to be a Russian listening post dating back to the height of the Cold War. Russian President Vladimir Putin has denied allegations that Russia plans to reopen a Cold War-era spy base in Cuba.

Malaysia Airlines Plane Reportedly Shot Down in Ukraine; Bodies, Burning Wreckage Seen on Ground

The plane was carrying 295 people when it was shot down in an area where pro-Russian rebels and Ukrainian forces are fighting.

Putin Visits Argentina: Presidents Sign Nuclear Energy Agreement

Russia and Argentina strengthen ties through nuclear energy accord, among others. In an attempt to strengthen relations in the region, Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting a number of Latin American countries.

Long Island Railroad Strike: City Prepares Contingency Plans

Around 300,000 commuters would be affected if the LIRR strikes. If a deal is not reached between the MTA and LIRR workers, hundreds of thousands of commuters will be affected by a strike.

Israel-Palestine Conflict Continues: Mosque and Clinic Destroyed by Israeli Attack

Israel will continue attacking Palestine for the next 24 hours amid calls for a cease fire by the U.N.

Yahoo Employees & Sexual Assault: Woman Accuses Executive of Sexual Assault

A software engineer working for tech giant accused her supervisor, Maria Zhang, of sexually assaulting her.

Ukraine Crisis Reaches England, UK: Britain Bans Russia From Farnborough International Air Show

Many Russian delegation members were denied visas by the British Foreign Office. The Ukraine crisis has reached southern England and has led to tension between Russia and the United Kingdom.

Human Rights Watch: Report Details More Than 250 Sunnis Killed in Iraq

The human rights grow has called for investigations into atrocities committed by both the Islamic State and Iraqi government forces.

Florida GOP & Voting Rights: Judge Finds State Legislature Redistricting Biased and Illegal

Two districts were ruled to have been formed illegally. A court has found that Florida's 2012 congressional district redrawing illegally favored the Republican Party.

Soccer Fans Seek Asylum in Brazil: 200 Ghanaians Ask to Stay After World Cup

A group of almost 200 is asking to stay in Brazil due to allegations of religious turmoil in Ghana. In an unprecedented turn of events at this year's World Cup, some soccer fans are seeking asylum in Brazil.

Berkeley Medical Cannabis News: California City Requires Giving Marijuana Free of Charge to Poor Patients

All of the city's three medical marijuana dispensaries will provide free marijuana to low-income patients.
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