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Thailand Political News: Military Defends Coup, Says It Was Needed to Prevent Civil War

The Thai military said a coup was needed to prevent a civil war from breaking out. Thailand's military insisted Thursday that a coup d'état was needed to prevent the country from spiraling into a civil war.

Comcast's CEO Defends Making Netflix Pay, As FCC Promises to Look Into It

In the wake of news that the Federal Communications Commission had decided to look into the issue of paid peering on the internet, Comcast CEO Brian Roberts took the stage at Re/code's Code Conference Wednesday. Doing his best to talk about anything but broadband, Roberts was forced to give his opinion about the issue.

Scripps National Spelling Bee 2014 Live Stream & Where to Watch: 46 Contestants Move On to Semifinal Round

The 2014 Scripps National Spelling Bee, which kicked off on Tuesday with a total of 281 spellers participating in the 87th annual competition, now has a total of 46 spellers who move on to the Semifinal Round on Thursday. By Thursday evening at the end of the Championship Final Round, only one speller will emerge victorious.

Jodi Arias Trial News Update: Judge Rules Video, Audio Recordings of Trial to Be Allowed; No Live Coverage Permitted

The judge presiding over Jodi Arias’ upcoming penalty phase retrial has ordered restrictions in terms of news coverage of court proceedings. Although video and audio recording will be allowed by the media, news outlets will not be allowed to stream coverage live.

Arizona Wildfires 2014 Maps and Updates: Slide Fire Destroys Over 20K Acres; Evacuations in Place as 300 Homes, Cabins Threatened

The Slide Fire Wildfire is still burning in Oak Creek Canyon, north of Sedona, Ariz., after first being reported on Tuesday May 20. Evacuations and road closures remain in place as firefighters battle the monstrous blaze.

Tea Party Incumbent Francisco Canesco Defeated By CIA Agent in Texas Republican Primary

Tea Party favorite Francisco Canesco was defeated Tuesday in Texas' 23rd District primary election.

Obama Unveils $5 Billion Fund to Fight Global Terrorism

During a speech at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point on Wednesday, President Obama unveiled a $5 billion "terrorism partnership fund" to help different countries fight back against radical extremist groups.

Egypt News & Election 2014: Despite Sisi Mandate, Egypt Sees Low Voter Turnout in Presidential Election

Despite a mandate by former army chief Abdel Fattah al-Sisi that all but declares his victory in the Egypt presidential election, there has been especially low voter turnout.

Immigration Reform 2014 Law, News, & Process: Vice President Joe Biden Urges Republicans to Pass Immigration Bill

Vice President Joe Biden said Tuesday that GOP House members should pass the Senate-passed comprehensive immigration reform bill.

VA Scandal 2014: Pentagon Chief Chuck Hagel Initiates 'Comprehensive Review' of Military Health System

Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel ordered a 90-day "comprehensive review" of the military health system on Tuesday in midst of an investigation into the long treatment delays at VA hospitals which may have led to the death of 40 veterans.

Former Anonymous LulzSec Hacker Hector 'Sabu' Xavier Monsegur Released: FBI Informant Stopped Over 300 Cyberattacks Against US Government

He also implicated members of his former hacking circle After providing the FBI with extraordinary cooperation and assistance, the LulzSec hacker known as "Sabu" has been released from his prison sentence.

President Barack Obama Talks Future Drone Attack Plans and Using Drones Responsibly at West Point

Yesterday, President Barack Obama said that the country will continue to use drones in its fight against terrorism.

FTC to Data Brokers: Allow Consumers to Opt Out of Data Mining

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) made waves Tuesday with a new report suggesting that data brokers need to make their actions more transparent to the public.

Colorado Stops Search for 3 Men Missing After Landslide, Another Mudslide Likely Coming [Video]

The search for three men who went missing after a landslide in Colorado Sunday night has been stopped.

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.

Philadelphia Inquirer Newspaper Bought by Business Moguls for $88 Million

Two Philadelphia businessmen have bought out their competitors for ownership of the Philadelphia Inquirer company.

White House Clears Air on Cybersecurity Efforts

White House Cybersecurity Coordinator Michael Daniel once again took to the official White House blog last week in a post titled "Assessing Cybersecurity Regulations" to clear up the air following U.S. accusations that five Chinese military officials perpetuated industrial espionage against the United States.

Ukraine and Russia Conflict Update: At Least 40 Dead in Fighting at Donetsk Airport in East Ukraine

At least 40 lives have been claimed in fighting between pro-Russia separatists and Ukrainian forces at the Donetsk airport in east Ukraine.

U.N. Chemical Weapons Inspectors Attacked in Syria

A group of chemical weapons inspectors were attacked in Syria, but no team members were harmed. A group of chemical weapons experts in Syria were attacked Tuesday, but none of the members of the team were harmed.

North Dakota Tornado Update: Cyclone Hits Oil Field Camp, Injures 9

Eyewitness took to social media to share what they saw. An old field camp was hit by a tornado on Monday night in North Dakota, injuring nine people and destroying at least 12 recreational vehicles, said officials.
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