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Powerball Numbers & Results September 3, 2014: Watch Live Stream of Drawing for $100 Million Jackpot

The excitement is growing for the Sept. 3 Powerball jackpot, which has risen to a whopping $100 million. The drawing will take place Wednesday at 11 p.m. EDT.

Apple Denies Systemic iCloud Flaw in Celeb Nude Hacking Case

After a nearly two-day investigation into the celebrity iCloud photo hacking, Apple has concluded that none of its systems were to blame, saying that the high-profile accounts in question were simply compromised by a hacking attack described as "all too common on the Internet."

Louisiana Judge Blocks New Anti-Abortion Law, Choice Advocates Call It a Win

A federal judge blocked a portion of new law that was due to go into effect in Louisiana on Monday which would have required physicians at abortion clinics to obtain admitting privileges at hospitals.

Texas' Voter Identification Law Heads to Court

Some saw law discourages minorities from voting A U. S. court in Texas will hear arguments on Tuesday over the state's voter identification law, which requires voters to show photo identification before casting a ballot.

Tropical Storm Dolly Path, Maps & Weather Update: Storm Headed for Mexico's Eastern Coast

A Tropical Storm formed in the Gulf of Mexico Monday and is headed to the eastern coast of Mexico, according to the Tampa Bay Times.

New York City's Black, Hispanic Students Struggle to Pass State Math, Reading Exams: Study

Although New York City black and Hispanic students scored higher on standardized tests this year than they did in 2013, a new study found that almost 100 public schools failed to pass any minority student on the 2014 state math or reading exams.

Tennessee Detention Center Escape: 32 Teens Sneak Out of Woodland Hills Development Center; 10 Remain Missing

Officials in Tennessee are searching for the remaining teenagers who escaped from a detention center in Nashville late Monday night.

McDonald's Fast Food Strike 2014: Workers Planning Biggest Protest Ever?

Fast food employees plan walkout to protest low wages and poor healthcare Employees at McDonald's, the world's largest fast food chain, and other huge chains are planning a strike in the U.

US Launches Airstrike Targeting Somali Militants, al-Shabaab Leader Ahmed Abdi Godane

The U.S. military began an operation on Monday against the Somali militant group al-Shabaab, which has links to al Qaeda.

Mega Millions Numbers & Results September 2, 2014: Live Stream of Drawing Time; $25M Jackpot

If you're feeling lucky, then you may want to purchase a ticket for the Mega Millions lottery jackpot, which has risen to $25 million. The drawing will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 2, at 11 p.m. EST.

Lincoln Tunnel Crash Update: Multi-Vehicle Accident Leaves 7 Injured; Traffic Delays Expected

A multi-vehicle accident in the Lincoln Tunnel Tuesday morning has left one person in critical condition, while several others have been injured.

Ukraine & Russia News 2014: Kiev Asks for More Sanctions Against Moscow

Ukraine representatives have asked the European Union for more sanctions against Russia as the conflict worsens

Immigration Reform News 2014: Court Rules Women Suffering from Domestic Abuse can Apply for Asylum in US

The ruling is a big win for immigrant women escaping abusive husbands and wanting to start a new life in the United States.

Abortion Laws and Regulations: Federal Court Blocks New Restrictive Anti-Abortion Law in Louisiana

A federal district court ruling has blocked a strict anti-abortion law that was supposed to go into effect in Louisiana on Sept. 1.

Finding Bigfoot Video Footage and Evidence: Bigfoot Hunters Explore Pennsylvania in Search of Sasquatch

The Bigfoot hunters starring on Animal Planet's hit television series "Finding Bigfoot" went on a search for the mythical creature in southwestern Pennsylvania, an area that locals claim is a hot spot for supernatural activity and Bigfoot sightings.

Homeowners Furious Over Ku Klux Klan Recruitment Fliers in Southhampton, New York

Homeowners in Long Island, New York, were confused and outraged when they recently received recruitment pamphlets for the Ku Klux Klan at their homes.

Riverside, California City Council Rejects Statement Showing Support of Humanitarian Efforts Toward Undocumented Immigrants

On Tuesday, the city council of Riverside, California rejected a proposed statement showing the support of humanitarian efforts toward undocumented immigrants.

Texas Court Blocks Controversial Anti-Abortion Law

A federal court judge late last week threw out a new Texas anti-abortion law that would have closed more than a dozen clinics in the state.

U.N. Urges United States to Stop Racial and Ethnic Profiling by Police at Borders

The U.N. Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD) said after examining the U.S. progress report that its racial and ethnic discrimination remains a serious and persistent problem in all areas of life, and condemned the excessive use of force by law enforcement.

American Airlines: Fares Return to Orbitz

Following a three-day embargo, American Airlines flight fares are now listed again on Orbitz. Following a three-day embargo, American Airlines flight fares are now listed again on Orbitz.