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Pros and Cons of Gun Control: Target Asks Customers to Stop Carrying Firearms in Stores

Retail chain cites effort to maintain "family-friendly" environment in stores Target Corp. on Wednesday became the latest chain to enter the gun-debate fray and take a stance on whether or not to allow guns in stores, the Washington Post reported.

Bigfoot Evidence and Sightings 2014: Alleged Sasquatch DNA Samples Belong to Ordinary Animals, Study Says

According to researchers, DNA that was allegedly extracted from the mythical legendary creature also known as a yeti or Sasquatch actually belongs to other animals.

Best Gas Grills to Buy for Your Fourth of July Celebration

The Fourth of July is just two days away. The Fourth of July is just two days away. It's nearly time to watch fireworks and celebrate the birth of our great nation.

Jeremy Meeks, Mugshot & Model 2014: Convicted Felon Reportedly Signed by Modeling Agency

Jeremy Meeks, the "hot convict" who has been driving women wild with his sexy mug shot, has landed a contract with Blaze Modelz, a huge modeling agency based in Los Angeles, reports CBS Local.

Powerball Numbers & Results July 2, 2014: Watch Live Stream of Drawing for $90 Million Jackpot

Many would agree that there's no better way to celebrate the Fourth of July than with $90 million in your bank account. However, to make this dream a reality, then you have to go buy a Powerball lottery ticket, if you haven't already.

Caribbean Travel News & Details: Coral Reefs Could Reportedly Disappear Within 20 Years, Study Says

A new study finds that unless drastic steps are taken, most coral in the Caribbean could be gone Most coral reefs in the Caribbean Sea are likely to be gone in the next 20 years as a result of overfishing and pollution, a study by the International Council for the Conservation of Nature found.

Village Voice Workers Vote to Strike After Contract Negotiations Fail

Village Voice workers voted unanimously on Tuesday to strike following 13 hours of failed negotiations over a new contract with management.

Boston Marathon Runners Raise Over $38 Million for Charity

Runners participating in the Boston Marathon raised a record breaking $38.4 million on behalf of nonprofit organizations this year, according to the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A).

Iraq Violence and Civil Unrest: President Obama Deploys Additional 200 U.S. Troops to Iraq

In midst of the civil unrest in Iraq, President Obama announced on Monday that he is deploying about 200 more American troops to the country to boost security at the U.S. Embassy and international airport in Iraq's capital Baghdad.

Women of Color Respond to Supreme Court Decision on Women's Reproductive Choices

Leading organizations representing women and communities of color responded on Tuesday to the implications of the Supreme Courts decision in Burwell v. Hobby Lobby Stores & Conestoga Wood Specialties Corp.

Same Sex Marriage Ban and Laws: Federal Judge Strikes Down Kentucky's Ban on Gay Marriage

Although a federal judge in Kentucky struck down the state's ban on same-sex marriage on Tuesday, the ruling was temporarily put on hold, which means it's still unclear when same-sex couples could be issued marriage licenses.

White House on Uninsured Minority Men: More Male Latino Millennials Uninsured Than African Americans, Whites

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released data on the characteristics of uninsured men, notably within the Latino and African American communities.

Immigration Reform 2014 News & Update: President Obama Threatens Executive Action Unless Boehner, House Pass Legislation

The undocumented immigrant crisis is reaching a breaking point U. S. President Barack Obama announced on Monday that he will no longer wait for the House of Representatives to pass an immigration bill as he plans to take on the issue of changing the deportation policies by executive action.

Mega Millions Numbers & Results July 1, 2014: Live Stream of Drawing Time; $15M Jackpot

If you're feeling lucky and are a Mega Millions ticket holder, then get ready for the Tuesday, July 1, lottery jackpot drawing, which has risen to $15 million.

Barack Obama Wonders If White House Chef Fills Pies With Crack at LGBT Pride Month Event [Video]

Has President Barack Obama been munching on crack-filled pies? Apparently, the pastry served in the White House is so good, that Obama found the comparison acceptable.

Supreme Court Action, Decision & Justices: SCOTUS Upholds Decision Barring Gay Conversion Therapy

Opponents argue that there is no proof that the so-called treatment does any harm. The U. S. Supreme Court on Monday upheld a ruling on a California law that bans psychological counseling aimed at making gay minors straight, Fox News reported.

In Cuba, Google Executives Make the Case for Internet Freedom

Company leaders met with Cuban officials and citizens employed in tech. Cuba is the country with the lowest level of Internet access in the Western hemisphere, according to a report from Reuters.

Immigration Reform News 2014: Alabama Republican Rep Says Barack Obama's Executive Action Plan Goes Against Constitution

On Tuesday, U.S. Alabama Rep. Bradley Byrne said he does not support Barack Obama's plan to take executive action on immigration reform.

Bitcoin Value and Price in Silk Road Auction: US Marshals Receive Offers From Investment Groups, Online Retailers

The auction required registration and a $200,000 deposit. After seizing more than 30,000 Bitcoins from the now defunct online black market known as Silk Road, the U.

Israel Teen Killings: Gaza Strip Bombed; Prime Minister Says 'Hamas Will Pay'

Hamas denies killing the teens, but Israel has started air strikes Israel has stepped up air strikes into the Gaza Strip after three Israeli teenagers were found dead on Monday, according to a report from CNN.
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