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Threat Level Thursday: What the Chinese Hacked From the U.S., Change Your eBay Password, and Congress Trying to Curb NSA

This week was particularly revelatory in the world of cyber security: the U.S. formally charged five Chinese military officials with cybertheft, eBay announced it was hacked, and it turns out the National Security Agency has been listening to some countries in Central America while the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill to try to curb the NSA's practices.

Chipotle Doesn’t Include Latino Writers in 'Cultivating Thought' Cup Campaign

By Paola Hernández
The fast-food chain will have excerpts by 10 authors on the sides of cups and bags but failed to include Latino writers.

Immigration Reform Law, Process, Information & News: Activists Blame House Majority Leader Eric Cantor for Stalling Reform

By Paola Hernández
Immigration advocates are now targeting House Majority Leader Eric Cantor as one of the primary GOP opponents to immigration reform.

McDonald's 'Fast Food Forward' Protesters March to Company Headquarters, Demand Higher Wages

By Paola Hernández
Protesters plan to debate wages at shareholder meeting Thursday Over 100 McDonald's workers and activists were arrested Wednesday as they protested low wages at the company's headquarters in Oak Brook, Illinois.

Arizona Wildfires Maps & Update 2014: Thousands Prepare to Leave Northern Arizona as Wildfires Spreads Rapidly

By Paola Hernández
The fire has spread quickly, but the weekend might see some relief. At least 4,800 acres have been affected by the wildfire in northern Arizona. The fire, which broke out on Tuesday, has been difficult to contain.

Patent Troll Reform Bill Pulled by Senate Judiciary Committee's Sen. Patrick Leahy, Due to 'Not Sufficient Support'

By Paola Hernández
Legislation to reform the patent system, notably "patent trolls," in the United States was given the curb courtesy of Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.).

Russia, Ukraine & Crimea News 2014: At Least 11 Ukrainian Troops Killed, 33 Wounded in Attack by Pro-Russian Rebels

By Paola Hernández
At least 11 Ukrainian troops were killed and 33 were wounded in the latest attack by pro-Russia rebels against Ukrainian soldiers.

Kidnap Victim Found in California Following Decade of Captivity; Isidro Garcia Arrested

By Paola Hernández
California woman freed after being held captive and raped for a decade. In California, police have freed a woman held captive for 10 years. According to CNN, the woman, who was 15 years old at the time of her kidnapping, disappeared 10 years agowith her then live-in boyf riend.

Marijuana Legalization: Illinois May Legalize Medical Cannabis for Minors With Epilepsy But They Can't Smoke It

By Paola Hernández
Minors with epilepsy may soon be allowed to legally use medical marijuana in Illinois. Yesterday, the House passed the bill.

eBay Hacked: 145 Million Customers Affected by Data Breach; Company Urges Users to Change Passwords

By Paola Hernández
Could be the biggest data breach in history. Ebay Inc announced that hackers gained access to its network about three months ago and obtained data from 145 million customers in what could be the largest data breach in history.

Peruvian Congressman Comes Out as Gay in Historic Announcement

By Paola Hernández
Carlos Bruce came out in an interview with a national newspaper, becoming first openly gay congressman in the nation's history.

Local News: Red Robin Restaurant Exposes Thousands to Hepatitis A; Infected Missouri Employee Reportedly Worked for Months

By Paola Hernández
In addition to some fast food, a Red Robin in Springfield, Missouri also exposed up to 5,000 patrons to hepatitis A thanks to an infected employee.

Thailand Military Confirms Coup; Constitution Is 'Temporarily Suspended'

By Paola Hernández
On Thursday, the Thai military officially announced that they have taken over the country in a military coup.

Lawyer Works to Free US Marine Held in Mexican Prison: Andrew Tahmooressi to Have Hearing May 28

By Paola Hernández
U.S. Marine Sgt. Andrew Tahmooressi has been in Mexican prison since March 31, and the journey to set him free has been slowed by obstacles.

Tea Party Losing Support in the Polls, Americans Disillusioned With Congress

By Paola Hernández
A new CBS poll shows the Tea Party is losing support. The Tea Party's influence may have been felt during the 2010 election, but four years later, just 15 percent of Americans support the conservative political movement.

Immigration Reform News 2014: John Boehner Defends Rejecting Immigrant Bill That Affects Military Members

By Paola Hernández
The bill was co-sponsored by 50 members of the House, but Boehner said it wasn't time to vote on it yet.

Secretary of State John Kerry Travels to Mexico to Discuss U.S. Role in Venezuela Crisis

By Paola Hernández
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has traveled to Mexico to discuss the U.S.' role in the Venezuela crisis.

Nevada House Passes Bills to Fight Human Trafficking: International Tourism Led to Boom in Organized Crime

By Paola Hernández
The bills had bipartisan support Nevada congressmen are in agreement on supporting five bills that will reinforce state laws against human trafficking.

Latino Statistics, Studies, and Polls: Majority of California Latinos Support Reforming Drug Enforcement Policies

By Paola Hernández
A new poll shows that a majority of California Latinos are against harsh drug sentencing laws. A majority of California Latinos support the reduction of harsh drug sentences, according to a new poll.

Dow Jones Stock Market News: Stocks Up Over 100 Points Wednesday

By Paola Hernández
Reversal of Tuesday's sharp fall. Stocks on the Dow Jones Stock Exchange pointed higher Wednesday as Wall Street looks forward to the Federal Reserve's last meeting.
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