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President Obama OKs Drone Flights Over Syria

The drones will monitor the actions of the Islamic State U. S. President Barack Obama has given the go-ahead to start drone surveillance over Syria in an effort to keep an eye on the Islamic State, which would also make it easier for possible airstrikes.

James Foley Video Aftermath: Republican Nominee for New Mexico Senate uses Beheading Video as Campaign Tool

Republican nominee for New Mexico Senate - Allen Weh- uses James Foley beheading video as campaign tool

Marriage Laws by State: Gay Marriage Cases Under Review in Wisconsin, Indiana

Same-sex marriage in Wisconsin and Indiana under review in federal court today Marriage bans for same-sex couples in Wisconsin and Indiana are under review Tuesday by the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals, the fourth such court to hold hearings on same-sex marriage bans this year, MSNBC reported.

Burger King Reportedly Purchases Tim Horton for $11 Billion; Warren Buffet Chips In $3 Billion

Burger King will move its home base to Canada. Burger King has agreed to acquire Tim Hortons for about $11 billion in a deal that would bring the combined company's base to Canada.

Fort Lee Shooting Update: Soldier Shoots Self in US Army Base, Was Reportedly 'Upset,' 'Enraged' and 'Irate'

On Monday, a Fort Lee soldier died from a self inflicted gunshot wound to the head, after going on a rampage that caused the U.S. Army post to enter lockdown amid reports of an "active shooter."

Alabama Couple Charged With Raping 17-Year-Old Girl in Attempt to Get Her Pregnant

An Alabama couple has been charged with sexually assaulting a 17-year-old female relative in order to purposefully impregnate her and then keep her baby for themselves.

Body of Missing Russian Student Found in Grand Teton National Park

After a three-day search, the 20-year-old Russian student who went missing in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park was found dead.

California Drought 2014: More Homeowners Ripping Out Grass Lawns to Save Water

In wake of the extreme drought in California, homeowners are taking new measures to maintain their lawns in order to cut down on water use.

US New Home Sales Fall Again, Housing Market Still Solid

New home sales fell in July for the second straight month Homebuilders in July saw a decrease in new-home sales in the U. S. for the second straight month, but prices have started to moderate and should help the market in the near future.

James Foley ISIS Video Aftermath: Slain Journalist Sent Letter to Family During Captivity [Read Here]

Relatives of James Foley, the American journalist who was killed by Islamic State militants last week, released a heartfelt letter that their son sent them while he was still alive and living in captivity in Syria.

Weird News: Beachgoers in Volusia County, Florida See Over 400 Jellyfish Stings in 1 Weekend, Species Unknown

This past weekend, beachgoers from Florida's Volusia County suffered from 406 jellyfish stings.

President Barack Obama to Review 1033 Program on Military Weapons for Local Police After Ferguson Protests

Following calls by individuals and national organizations after the Ferguson, Missouri, protests, President Barack Obama has ordered a review of a U.S. Department of Defense program that allows local law enforcement to access surplus military-grade weapons.

Katy Perry & Riff Raff Relationship Rumors at VMAs: 'Dark Horse' Singer, Rapper Seen Together at Awards Ceremony

Katy Perry and rapper Riff Raff played the ultimate throwback when they channeled Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake at the 2014 MTV VMAs on Sunday

Peter Theo Curtis Released: American Journalist Held by Al-Qaida-Linked Group Freed After 2 Years

Peter Theo Curtis had been captured in October 2012 at the Turkey-Syria border by the Nusra Front, an Islamist extremist group.

Michael Brown Funeral 2014: Thousands Flock to St. Louis for Slain Teen's Funeral; Al Sharpton, Brown's Parents Call for Peace

The Rev. Al Sharpton is expected to attend funeral for teenager killed by police After two weeks of protests over his death, a large turnout of mourners are expected Monday for the funeral of Michael Brown, who earlier this month was killed by a police officer in Ferguson, Missouri, The Washington Post reported.

Florida Oranges 'At War' With Asian Citrus Pyllid Bug: Insect Causes Greening Disease, Could Cost $9B Citrus Industry 75K Jobs

Florida's $9 billion citrus industry is currently being threatened by greening, a disease spread by a bug known as "the yellow dragon."

Breaking News: US Army Post Fort Lee Given 'All Clear' After Report of Active Shooter

United States Army post Fort Lee, located in central Virginia, underwent lockdown on Monday morning after reports of an active shooter.

Thousands of New Yorkers Call for Justice for Eric Garner, Rally in Staten Island

Several thousand people came by car, ferry or traveled in justice caravans for the rally and march on Saturday in Staten Island, New York to call for justice for Eric Garner.

George Bush Intercontinental: Cocaine-Filled Tamales Found at Airport

In a bizarre smuggling attempt, a man was caught by authorities Wednesday at a Houston airport for trying to transport cocaine inside tamales.

Wiz Khalifa Concert News: Man Shot Dead at 'Under the Influence of Music' Concert, Next Show Canceled

The man's killer is currently on the loose and police are searching for him as well as for anyone with information on the shooting that happened near San Jose.