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Obama Delivers Address Supporting EPA's Upcoming Regulation Proposal: Reduces Carbon Emissions at Power Plants

The Environmental Protection Agency will announce Monday its proposed regulations to reduce carbon emissions at power plants, which the president insisted during his weekly radio address Saturday would improve public health.

Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel Criticizes China’s Aggression, Increases Military Presence to Support Allies

By Paola Hernández
As China's bellicose nature continues to infuriate its Asian neighbors, the United States has become more forceful in its criticism of Chinese aggression. China maintains its claims over the sea and air surrounding it, however, past the understood limits of its domain.

6 US Citizens Held in Honduras Prison on Weapons Charges, Reportedly Fed Minimal Food

By Paola Hernández
Six Americans have been held in a Honduran jail for more than three weeks after authorities charged them with illegal weapons possession.

San Jose Pot Clubs Offer Free Weed to Those Who Vote in Primary: Proof of Ballot Stub or 'I Voted' Sticker Required

By Paola Hernández
"Weed for Votes" is a real campaign in San Jose, California, to get out the vote, but it may turn out to be highly illegal.

Grizzly Bear Attack Video: Woman Survives Vicious Attack by Mama Bear at Alaska Military Base

By Paola Hernández
Sgt. Jessica Gamboa miraculously survived a brutal bear attack while she was out jogging in a deserted area at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska earlier this month.

College Hazing Ritual Gone Wrong: 14 Fraternity Members Arrested After Pledge Loses a Testicle

By Paola Hernández
Fourteen Ohio college students were arrested Thursday night and charged with hazing after an initiation rituals last October cost a student one of his testicles.

American Dies as Suicide Bomber During Attack in Syria: Rebels Fight Oppressive Regime of Bashar al-Assad

By Paola Hernández
American who died fighting in Syria identified as Florida man. As the Syrian civil war continues without an end in sight, the rebels' splintered factions fight desperately for control of the country.

President Obama to Meet Ukrainian President-elect Petro Poroshenko Next Week: Part of Four-Day Trip to Europe

By Paola Hernández
President Obama will have a meeting with Ukraine's new president-elect, Petro Poroshenko, in Poland next week.

International News: Turkish Activists Commemorate 1st Anniversary of Gezi Park Protests

By Paola Hernández
Activists will gather Saturday in areas around Istanbul to mark the first anniversary of nationwide anti-government protests.

Police Issue $50 Ticket to Woman Over Facebook Post: She 'Knowingly' Brought Dog to Park Without Permit

By Paola Hernández
Christine Adamski, a 25-year-old woman who lives just outside of Chicago, learned a hard lesson when she received a $50 police citation in the mail for a self-incriminating Facebook post that she claims was misinterpreted by authorities.

Jodi Arias Trial News Update: Judge Denies Request to Spare Arias From Death Penalty Sentence Once Again

By Paola Hernández
Once again an Arizona judge denied a plea to spare Jodi Arias from the death penalty during the second penalty phase of her murder trial.

Powerball Numbers & Results May 31: Watch Live Stream of Drawing for $173 Million Jackpot

By Paola Hernández
The excitement is growing for the May 31 Powerball jackpot, which has risen to a whopping $173 million. The drawing will take place Saturday at 11 p.m. EDT.

Southwest Cheap Tickets Update: Airline Gets Hit With $200,000 Fine for False Flight Fare Advertisement

By Paola Hernández
If a $59 flight from Atlanta to Los Angeles, Chicago or New York sounds too good to be sure, that's because it is.

President Obama Reveals on 'Live! with Kelly and Michael' That Daughter Malia Went on Prom Date [Video]

By Paola Hernández
Despite being the leader of the free world, President Barack Obama is a typical dad when it comes to his two teenage daughters.

School Nutrition Officials Come Out Against First Lady's Healthy Foods Initiative

By Paola Hernández
During President Barack Obama's first term in office his wife, first lady Michelle Obama, led a congressional effort to get the nation's schools to serve healthier food options making the reduction of childhood obesity a priority.

President Obama's Press Secretary Jay Carney Resigns, Will Be Replaced by Josh Earnest

By Paola Hernández
President Obama announced Friday that Jay Carney is stepping down from his position as White House press secretary.

White House's 'My Brother's Keeper' Initiative Releases Report Outlining Plan to Help Young Men of Color

By Paola Hernández
The 'My Brother's Keeper' initiative to help young men of color released a new report Friday outlining an agenda to help black, Hispanic and Native American males succeed.

Boston Marathon Bombing Arrest: 5th Man Charged With Obstruction, Making False Statements During Investigation

By Paola Hernández
More than a year after the Boston Marathon bombings, a fifth arrest was made in connection to the terror attack.

Boston Marathon Bombing Suspect News: Acquaintance of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev Arrested for Obstruction of Justice

By Paola Hernández
Acquaintance of Tsarnaev indicted. An acquaintance of Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev has been charged with obstruction of justice relating to the investigation of the case, according to an indictment unsealed Friday.

Nude Selfie Scandal: New Jersey School District Cracks Down on Inappropriate Photo Sharing

By Paola Hernández
The New Jersey school district in Bridgewater-Raritan is cracking down on students who share nude selfies of themselves with their classmates.
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