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Immigration Law & News: Latinos Playing Key Role for California Republicans Running for Re-Election

Immigration policies are primary issues for southern California Republicans who are running for re-election in predominantly Latino districts.

US Immigration Reform News: Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson Addresses Secure Communities, Border Security Issues [Watch]

On Thursday, Jeh Johnson, Secretary of Homeland Security, discussed future plans to re-examine the controversial immigration enforcement program Secure Communities.

Ground Beef E. Coli Recall: 1.8 Million Pounds of Meat Affected in Four States

A Detroit meat packing company recalled beef after E. coli infections in four states. Today 1. 8 million pounds of ground beef was recalled by a Detroit meat packing company.

Tobacco & Cigarette Age Minimum: New York City Raises Age Restriction to Buy Cigarettes to 21

On May 18, New York City implemented a law signed by former Mayor Michael Bloomberg raising the minimum age to buy cigarettes from 18 to 21.

Russia & Ukraine News 2014: No Signs of Russia Withdrawing Troops From Ukraine Border, NATO says

NATO said Monday that there are no signs that Russia has withdrawn its troops from the border of east Ukraine.

Jodi Arias Trial News Update: Arias Appears in Court, Defense Argues to Ban Cameras in Second Penalty Phase

In wake of the second phase of the Jodi Arias murder trial, the convicted boyfriend killer appeared in an Arizona courtroom on Friday, May 16, for a preliminary hearing.

Chinese Military Officials Caught Cyberspying on American Companies; US Charges Five with Espionage

On Monday, the US announced that it will charge five Chinese military officials with cyberspying on American companies. According to a U.S. government official, the five individuals will be slammed with espionage charges of cyberspying. It will be the first time the U.S. Department of Justice is accusing China of such spying.

VA Scandal 2014 in Phoenix: Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki Voices Frustration Over Negligence; Obama Administration Steps in

Secretary Eric Shinseki faces harsh criticism following the revelations of malfeasance and falsification at the hands of VA medical staff.

Switzerland Vetoes Highest Minimum Wage in the World: $25-an-Hour Referendum Did Not Pass

The proposed increase would have made Switzerland the country with the world's highest minimum wage.

Colorado Governor Signs Groundbreaking Medication Bill Into Law: Gives Terminally Ill Patients Access to Experimental Medicine

On Saturday, Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper signed a groundbreaking bill into law, which gives terminally ill patients access to experimental medicine not yet approved by the Food and Drug Administration.

Vietnam-China Dispute Worsens: China Maintains Oil Rig, Sends Ships to Vietnam

China continues evacuation of its citizens in Vietnam as protest continue. However, China refuses to remove its oil rig from Vietnamese waters, claiming sovereignty over the area.

FCC Spectrum Auction Impact: Hispanic-Owned Businesses Should Create Online Presence Now, Says HISCEC

It is no secret that the rate of Hispanic-owned businesses and entrepreneurs are growing in the United States, but a reason why some firms struggle appear to be lack of wireless technology understanding.

Thousands Flee Massive Floods in Serbia and Bosnia: Torrential Rains Destroy Land and Cause Casualties

Severe flooding has forced thousands to leave their homes in two Baltic countries. Other European nations have pledged their support.

Russian Satellite Breaks Up in Atmosphere: Russia Threatens US Space Program

Ukraine crisis hinders space cooperation between the U.S. and Russia. The only place left to successfully launch spacecraft is a Soviet space base in Kazakhstan.

Pentagon Uses Zombie Scenario for Training: US Military Has Elaborate Response to Apocalypse in Document 'CONOP 8888'

Like many would suspect, or at least hope, the Pentagon and the U.S. government have emergency responses already planned out for natural disasters and attacks on the home front.

Bolivia Goes to The Hague to Reclaim the Sea From Chile: Centuries Long Dispute Brought to UN

What does this mean in terms of diplomatic relations between Chile and Bolivia? And why does Bolivia want to go The Hague?

Update on Climate Change: Trying to Reduce Poverty Through Climate Action

How does Climate Change correlate with poverty? Perhaps climate change is continuing poverty, as well as affecting security.

Ukraine Military Action Continues in East: Pro-Russian and Government Forces Battle for Control

Fighting continues in east Ukraine as government forces and their sympathizers attempt to regain control of the region.

New York Legislators Debate Ban on 'Ex-Gay' Therapy for Children: Designed to 'Cure' LGBT People of Sexuality

A bill going through the New York state senate would ban "ex-gay" therapy for minors. Religious fundamentalists have favored "ex-gay" therapy as way to "cure" LGBT people from their sexuality; this pseudo-science has been used with very little success for decades and has, over time, gained only disclaimers from the medical community.

San Antonio Mayor Could Join Cabinet: Julian Castro Seen as Rising Star in Democratic Party

Julian Castro could be the Cabinet's new Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, an attempt by the administration to court Hispanic voters ahead of the 2016 election.
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