politics

NSA Surveillance 2014: Secretary of State John Kerry Says Edward Snowden Should 'Man Up' and 'Come Home'

Secretary of State John Kerry urged Edward Snowden to return on the United States. Secretary of State John Kerry implored former National Security Agency contractor and world-renowned whistleblower Edward Snowden to return to his home country.

Republic of China News & Japan 2014: Chinese Jets Have Close Encounter with Japanese Planes as Tensions Rise in Asia

The two nations come closer to conflict after each commits belligerent actions. China has begun to claim much of the area surrounding the nation. Since the beginning of May, Vietnam and China have been at odds over an oil rig located within Vietnam's Exclusive Economic Zone.

Thailand Politics News Online: Protests Against Military Continue and the King Gives His Blessing

The coup has exacerbated protests all around the capital despite the King's approval of it and the military's attempts to bridge political gaps.

Undocumented Millennials Share Their Political and Personal Views in Nationwide Survey

Less than half of undocumented youth living in the United States identify with the Democratic Party, while most of the others claim loyalty to independent parties or nonparty affiliations, according to a new study published earlier this week.

North Korea News: Tensions Rise Between North & South Following Artillery Shots

North Korea fired at a South Korean ship patrolling the Northern Limit Line. Shots fired across the border between the two Koreas have continued to strain already tense relations.

Tea Party Losing Support in the Polls, Americans Disillusioned With Congress

A new CBS poll shows the Tea Party is losing support. The Tea Party's influence may have been felt during the 2010 election, but four years later, just 15 percent of Americans support the conservative political movement.

Military Imposes Martial Law in Thailand, But Insists It's 'Not a Coup'

The military in Thailand has imposed martial law but insists that it is "not a coup" against the current acting government.

India Election News: Narendra Modi Becomes New Prime Minister; Congress Party Leader Concedes Defeat

A shift in power is seen in India as the world's largest democracy elects Narendra Modi prime minister and give the BJP a grand majority in parliament.

Latin America Political News: Colombia Peace Talks Continue as Government, Rebels Meet in Havana

Peace talks continue despite upcoming Colombian elections and the rise of rumors and scandal. Another round of peace talks begun in Havana on Tuesday between the Colombian government and the rebel group FARC.

Orlando Rapper Dewarren 'Fella' Lewis Sentenced to 35 Years in Prison

A local rapper from Orlando was sentenced to 35 years in prison on Friday after being convicted of two bank robberies.

Sarah Palin at NRA Rally: ‘Waterboarding Is How We Baptize Terrorists’ [Video]

Sarah Palin talked about the torture techniques that she would impose on terrorists if she were president during a National Rifle Association rally over the weekend.

Moscow Ramps Up Military Exercises As Violence Intensifies; Obama Warns Russia Of 'Further Consequences'

The conflict in Ukraine escalated to another level on Thursday when Russia announced it would be ramping up military exercises after the Kiev government confirmed that its forces were responsible for killing five pro-Russian militants.

Joe Biden Instagram Selfie & Social Media: 'VP' Joins Instagram, Takes Selfie With Obama; Will Biden Run In 2016?

Vice President Joe Biden is expanding his social media profile. Vice President Joe Biden is expanding his social media profile. The 71-year-old joined Instagram under the name "VP" and his first photo was of himself reading papers at his desk with Ray-Ban sunglasses in the forefront.

Vance McAllister Video, Congress & Staff: Louisiana Congressman Will Not Resign Despite Scandal [WATCH]

Republican US Representative Vance McAllister refuses calls from his own party to resign. The past couple of days have proven to be contentious for one Republican congressman.

Kathleen Sebelius, Secretary of Health and Human Services, Resigns

Secretary Sebelius announced her resignation on Thursday. For months Republicans have called on Kathleen Sebelius to step down. They claimed her incompetence made an already bad policy, in their eyes, even worse by botching up the roll out of the health care website.

Peru Shining Path: 24 Arrested In Terrorist & Drug Bust

Those arrested are accused of receiving money made by drug trafficking from the Shining Path. For two decades Peru fought far-left terrorist groups that wreaked havoc in both cities and countryside.

George W. Bush Paintings & Library: Former U.S. President Unveils Artwork Completed Since Leaving White House

Winston Churchill also started painting at 40 Former U. S. President George W. Bush has unveiled his portrait of world leaders. It was his wife Laura who encouraged him to start unleashing his inner artistic abilities.

McDonald’s Backs Out From Crimea: Was The Decision Political or Due To Financial reasons?

The fast food restaurant chain has closed its three stores in the peninsula, citing financial insecurity.

Pollster Says Traditionally Conservative and Repulican Arizona Destined To Become Blue State

Do to an ever-growing Latino population, as well as an increase of independent voters, pollsters believe that the state will become majority Democratic will the next few presidential cycles.

Supreme Court Justice, Judgements & Decision: Court Strikes Down Election Campaign Donation Limits

Political campaign donors can now donate as much money as they wish as long as donations to individual politicians do not exceed $5,200, the Supreme Court ruled on Wednesday.

Venezuela News, Protests, & Update 2014: President Nicolás Maduro Under Fire as International Community Reacts; What Will Happen Next?

New developments in the Venezuela crisis puts the Maduro government in a tough situation. As protests continue in the streets of Venezuelan cities and with a higher death toll of 36, tides may have begun to shift.