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International News: Former Guatemala President Alfonso Portillo Jailed in New York, Ordered to Pay Over $2 Million

The former president took bribes and embezzled money from the Guatemalan government. Guatemala's history is plagued with corruption and death, having suffered through some of the most horrific internal conflicts of the latter 20th century; however, there has been some attempt to bring criminals to justice, even if they committed crimes after Guatemala's civil war.

70 Arrested in NYC Child Porn Case

On Wednesday, 70 men and women were arrested in New York on charges of trading child pornography. Federal officials are saying this massive child pornography arrest and scandal is one of NYC’s largest-ever roundups.

DREAMers 2014: NY Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver Wants Dream Act Passed, Minimum Wage Increase Accelerated

New York Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver wants action now New York Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver wants action now. He wants lawmakers to increase minimum wage sooner and to pass the Dream Act.

Tobacco & Cigarette Age Minimum: New York City Raises Age Restriction to Buy Cigarettes to 21

On May 18, New York City implemented a law signed by former Mayor Michael Bloomberg raising the minimum age to buy cigarettes from 18 to 21.

Puerto Rican Moonshining at Its Best: First Bronx Distillery Since Prohibition Infuses History with Organic Chemistry [VIDEO]

Renee Hernandez, the owner of Tirado Distillery, the first distillery in the Bronx since Prohibition, is a physician by day and a creative mixologist by night. Not only does he serve his community in the Bronx (which includes many Latino families) through his private internal medicine practice, but he serves up smooth concoctions of whiskey and rum.

Mother's Day 2014: Treat Your Mom to Cronut Creator's New Breakfast Treat: Waffogato

Are you looking to do something new this Mother's Day? Feast your eyes on the latest indulgent creation from the chef behind the cronut. Available in time for Mother's Day weekend, the waffogato will certainly be a tasty new experience for any mother.

Masahiro Tanaka Stats & Scouting Report With New York Yankees: Despite No-Decision, Rookie Tanaka Shines In Yankees Victory

Masahiro Tanaka is having a fantastic rookie season for the New York Yankees. On Sunday, Masahiro Tanaka got his fifth career start for the New York Yankees on four days rest.

Yonkers & Westchester News 2014: 25 Dead Cats Found Hanging From Trees in Vacant Lot in Yonkers

A worker with the Yonkers Department of Public Works discovered 25 slain cats hanging like ornaments from a Yonkers tree on Thursday morning.

Horse Carriages NYC: New York Mayor Bill de Blasio Faces Pressure To Keep Horses; Will He Still Remove Them From Central Park?

Mayor de Blasio is encountering resistance from supporters. Mayor Bill de Blasio wanted to get rid of a New York City tradition for over 150 years, horse carriage rides.

Gun Control Laws and Debate: Former NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg Spending $50 Million to Counter the NRA

Ex-mayor wants to start grassroots group to end gun violence. Former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg plans to start a new gun control organization he hopes will rival the NRA, he announced Wednesday.

Egyptian Pyramids, Empire State Building and More Iconic Landmarks Turn Lights Off In Honor Of Earth Hour 2014

On Saturday night from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., some of the world's most iconic landmarks faded to black in honor of the annual world movement known as Earth Hour.

Tesla Motors Gets Small Victory, Can Keep its Electric Car Stocks in New York and Ohio

The electric car maker can keep its stores and continue sales in two states. After suffering a defeat in New Jersey where the state's motor vehicle commission denied Tesla the ability to sell cars directly to costumers, the electric car manufacturer can now claim two small victories.

NJ Bridegate Scandal and Governor Chris Christie: Port Authority Chairman Resigns Admidst Implicating Emails

David Samson resigns amidst scandal and investigations. The Bridgegate scandal deteriorates further as the Port Authority's chairman has resigned.

Segregated Public Schooling & the State of Latinos and African Americans in New York Schools [REPORT]

Segregated public schooling is most prevalent in New York state, as most Latinos and African American students attending schools in the state are likely to have virtually no white classmates, according to a report that was released on Wednesday.

DeSean Jackson Trade, Contract, Instagram, & Twitter: Will Eagles Star Receiver Get Traded?

Vick talked up the trade but knows it's a long shot The latest report on DeSean Jackson's future as a Philadelphia Eagle is not positive. The Philadelphia Inquirer recently wrote a report in which it cited three independent NFL sources as saying that the Eagles have ramped up their efforts to trade Jackson.

Dream Act News 2014: Dreamers Protest Governor Cuomo For Lack Of Promised Support of The Dream Act Bill In New York State Senate

Members of the Dream Act, known as the Dreamers, protested against New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo for his lack of promised support for the Dream Act Bill. The members of Occupy Wall Street, now Occupy Albany, arrived to help.

Khloe Kardashian Lamar Odom Divorce Update: Lamar Quits Spanish Basketball; Returns to NBA?

The latest buzz that revolve around the Khloe Kardashian Lamar Odom divorce news include the basketball player quitting the Spanish team he is currently playing for after only having attended two games in Spain.

Latino Community Hit Hard By Harlem Explosion

The heavily Latino area suffered through a lot, with over a hundred people now homeless and various victims still in the hospital.

NYC Building Collapse & Explosion in Harlem: Death Toll Climbs To 7 As Search Continues For Missing People

New York City firefighters spent the overnight hours digging through rubble in search of missing people after a deadly explosion in East Harlem near the intersection of 116th street and Park Avenue.

Real Housewives of Orange County (OC) Season 9 Cast News and Rumors: Vicki, Heather, Tamra joined by Shannon, Lizzie for April 14 Premiere on Bravo [Trailer]

The group trips to Bali for vacation The Real Housewives of Orange County is finally back on its 9th season. Once again, viewers can expect more drama and surprise as the previous cast consisting of Vicki Gunvalson, Heather Dubrow and Tamra Barney Judge will be joined by three new cast members.

HTC One 2 Release Date, Features& Specs: Smartphone to Come with Lite Brite Cover?

The HTC One 2 release date may soon happen and the latest leaks lead to the possibility of an interesting new accessory through the trusted leak source @evleaks.
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