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George W. Bush Knee Surgery: Former US President is Recovering Following Partial Knee Replacement Surgery

Diagnosed with runner's knee since 2003. Former President George W. Bush had knee surgery in Chicago over the Memorial Day weekend, NBC Chicago reported Tuesday.

New Mexico University to Offer Free Online 'Curandero' Traditional Healing Class

The popular New Mexico University summer course is coming to the Internet. For those who always wanted to learn curanderismo, or the art of traditional healing, you're in luck.

President Obama Plans to Keep 5,000 Troops in Afghanistan in 2015, Official Says

President Obama will announce plans to keep 9,800 troops in Afghanistan beyond 2014, according to senior officials.

Greenpeace Members Board Oil Rigs in Attempt to Save the Arctic, Prevent Oil and Gas Well Drilling

In an attempt to stop Norwegian oil company Statoil from drilling for oil and gas in Arctic waters, 15 activists have boarded one of the company's offshore drilling rigs today.

President Obama West Point Commencement Speech: US President to Defend Foreign Policy Approach in Russia, Syria

President Barack Obama will head to New York this week for the third time in May to deliver the commencement address at West Point, where he is expected to defend his foreign policy approach.

Oregon County Bans Genetically Modified Crops: Biotech Giants, Including Monsanto, Spent Nearly $1M in Failed Campaign

The GMOs were contaminating organic produce. Residents of Rogue Valley, which is known for heavily investing in produce and agriculture in Southern Oregon, recently voted to ban genetically modified crops from the area.

Gun Control Pros & Cons, Debate: Republican Rep. Peter King Urges for Discussion on Capitol Hill

Following the tragedy that occurred near the University of California at Santa Barbara on Friday, Rep. Peter King (R-N.Y.) raised concerns Sunday about the necessity for background checks on firearms and improving the mental health of U.S. citizens.

Federal Recognition Rule Changes for Native American Tribes Could Mean More Business Opportunities

On Thursday, the U.S. Interior Department announced its proposed changes to the nation's rules on federally recognizing American Indian tribes.

Elliot Rodger Santa Barbara Shooting Update: Family of Isla Vista Shooter Tried to Stop Murder Spree

The family of Elliot Rodger, the 22-year-old who went on a shooting rampage Friday, said they tried to intervene to stop their son from committing murder.

Memorial Day 2014 History: What Is the Holiday Known for?

While Memorial Day is the unofficial kickoff of the summer season, its main purpose is to honor those who died in America's wars.

Egypt News 2014: Nation Braces for Violence on Election Day

Egyptian officials are taking measures to stop violence from breaking out on Monday when presidential elections are to be held.

Colorado Landslide Leaves 3 Missing Less Than a Month After Baltimore, Maryland Mudslide [Video]

Three men are missing after a landslide that hit Colorado on Sunday, just days after Baltimore, Maryland faced the same natural disaster.

Pope Francis News: Catholic Leader Visits Holy Land, Calls for End to Anti-Semitism

Pope Francis visited Jewish and Muslim holy sites during a trip to Israel Monday, where he called for an end to religious violence and anti-Semitism.

Russia, Ukraine & Crimea News 2014: Militants Seize East Ukraine Airport; New President Vows to Bring Peace

Pro-Russia separatists have taken over an airport in east Ukraine following Sunday's presidential election.

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.

Obama Makes Surprise Visit to Afghanistan: Will Announce Troop Deployments After US Withdrawal

The president thanked the troops for their service and reminded them that the work in Afghanistan is not finished yet.

Three Dead in Shooting at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Hotel: Shooter Opens Fire on Boardwalk

A shooting on Myrtle Beach's boardwalk continues to taint this Memorial Day weekend. On Saturday night, three people were killed in a shooting in Myrtle Beach, a favorite seaside resort town for many on the East coast.

Memorial Day Reflection: Latinos Honor Those Who Served and Died Before Them at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum

What does Memorial Day mean to Latinos serving in the U.S.?"It's an honor to be back in New York. It's my third time coming to Fleet Week. It's always great time to interact with New Yorkers," "It is truly an honor to be given the opportunity to serve. There is no greater feeling to be in a position to help others and to show that you can make it anywhere," Waldamar Sefaro of Puerto Rico, who is serving in the U.S. Navy and is stationed in Norfolk, Virginia told Latin Post.

Ukraine Crisis News: Elections Continue Despite Rebel Vow to Stop Them

The eastern provinces under rebel control have been disrupting elections in Donetsk and Luhansk, despite the presence of observers at the borders.
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