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International News: North Korea Detains Another US Tourist, Father of 3 Reportedly Held for Leaving Bible in His Hotel

American citizen Jeffrey Edward Fowle has reportedly been detained by the North Korean government. American citizen Jeffrey Edward Fowle has reportedly been detained by the North Korean government, CNN reported.

LGBT and Gay Marriage News: Wisconsin Judge Overturns Same-Sex Marriage Ban in Name of 'Liberty and Equality'

Another ban bites the dust: Wisconsin has become the latest state to move closer to marriage equality after a judge struck down the state's constitutional amendment banning same sex marriage, calling it unconstitutional.

FIFA World Cup 2014 US Presidential Delegation: Obama Absent as 3 Women Named, From Ambassador to Athletes

With the 2014 FIFA World Cup tournament rapidly arriving, the White House announced the presidential delegation representing the United States at the opening ceremony. Notably absent from the delegation is President Barack Obama.

Current World Political News: US to Hold Talks With Iran June 9-10 About Iranian Nuclear Weapons, Capabilities

Senior U.S. and Iranian officials are meeting Monday to have bilateral talks about Iran's nuclear program ahead of formal negotiations.

Afghan Presidential Candidate Abdullah Survives Assassination Attempt: Convoy Attacked by Suicide Bomber

With the second round of voting in a week's time, two bombing attacks on candidate Abdullah Abdullah could have derailed the elections.

Germany to Investigate US Over NSA Tapping of Chancellor Angela Merkel’s Phone, Wants to Interview Edward Snowden

The German parliament wants to interview Snowden over the allegations of NSA spying. After months of tense relations between the U. S. and Germany, German police will begin investigating allegations that the U.

Georgia Shooting: Deputy Shot While Stopping Shooter From Entering Courthouse, Suspect Planned on Taking Hostages [Video]

A deputy at a Georgia courthouse stopped a gunman with explosives and an assault rifle from entering the courthouse on Friday in a shootout that left the deputy wounded.

Common Core State Standards: North Carolina Legislature, Oklahoma Governor Pass Measures Repealing Common Core Testing

The North Carolina legislature passed a measure to repeal Common Core this week, and Oklahoma's governor signed a law repealing the educational standards in the state.

FIFA to Investigate Qatar Bribery Allegations

Calls from around the globe for Qatar to lose their 2022 World Cup hosting duties are being heard loud and clear by FIFA as they investigate bribery allegations.

Miami Tide Continues to Rise, But Politicians Fear Action Will Destabilize Economy

Miami-Dade County in Florida, which is 64.3 percent Latino, is experiencing tidal floods because of fossil fuel emissions and the effects of climate change and global warming. Henry Briceño, a geologist and professor at Florida International University's Southeast Environmental Research Center, is concerned about the rising sea level around Miami Beach, especially when, even on a sunny days, seawater flood through the gutters and storm drains.

A Year Since Edward Snowden: The Five Most Important Things to Know — Part 2

A year ago, Glenn Greenwald at The Guardian published the first of what would become an avalanche of leaks from ex-NSA contractor Edward Snowden about the U.S. National Security Agency and the modern world of digital surveillance and spying. Here are the five most important takeaways from a year that changed our perspective on our privacy in the digital age — part 2.

A Year Since Edward Snowden: The Five Most Important Things to Know — Part 1

A year ago, Glenn Greenwald at The Guardian published the first of what would become an avalanche of leaks from ex-NSA contractor Edward Snowden about the U.S. National Security Agency and the modern world of digital surveillance and spying. Here are the five most important takeaways from a year that changed our perspective on our privacy in the digital age.

United Airlines Racist Passenger: Woman Arrested for Reportedly Telling Woman 'I Kill White People'

Lashonda Lee Williams, 43, was charged with assault after she allegedly told a fellow passenger on a United Airlines flight, "I kill white people like you."

World News, Travel, & Facts: Colombian Peace Talks Continue Amid Bombings, Attacks

Colombian peace remains uncertain with a series of bomb attacks in provincial areas. With less than 10 days before the second round of Colombia's presidential election, there has been an attack on an oil pipe as well as an attack on government officials.

National Donut Day 2014: Krispy Kreme, Dunkin' Donuts Offer Special Giveaway Deals

Donut lovers are in for a treat! On Friday, June 06, mayor donut companies like Dunkin' Donuts and Krispy Keme will be participating in National Doughnut Day, which means free donuts for everyone.

Texas GOP Platform Endorses Homophobic Gay Conversion Therapy; Ted Cruz Rallies Against Marriage Equality

Republican lawmakers in Texas have endorsed controversial therapy that aims to turn the state's homosexual population straight.

Spain News & King: Prince Felipe Talks Unemployment, Unity in First Speech as Symbolic Leader

Future Spanish king Crown Prince Felipe spoke to the public Wednesday in his first speech since it was announced that he would replace his father, Juan Carlos, as king.

Virginia Navy Base Stabbing: Facility is Placed on Lockdown; Manhunt Underway

The attacker stabbed an acquaintance and remains on the loose but has been identified as Wilbur Harwell.

Governments From Several Countries Have Direct Access to Tap Calls, Vodafone Says

Vodafone, the world's second largest phone carrier after China Mobile, has released a privacy report that reveals several governments have direct access to its communication networks.

Obamacare News, Numbers, Penalty: 87% Uninsured Can Claim Hardship Exemption to Avoid Mandate Tax, CBO Finds

This greatly affects the program's estimated budget According to an analysis done by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO), almost no one among those uninsured will end up having to pay the mandate penalty written into Obamacare.
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