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CBS Executive Chairman Sumner Redstone Resigns, Replaced by Leslie Moonves

The 92-year-old Sumner M. Redstone has resigned as the chairman of CBS. The company's position for CEO and president will be replaced by Leslie Moonves while Redstone becomes the company's chairman emeritus. His resignation is effective immediately.

Zika Update: Blood Donors From Affected Countries Told to Wait 28 Days Before Donating

The American Red Cross and the National Health Service (NHS) recently announced a 28-day ban on blood donors coming from the Latin America region and the Caribbean.

4 Haunted Places to Visit in Colombia

Colombia may be one of the most beautiful countries in Latin America, but it does not eliminate the fact the country is filled with heart-stopping ghost stories.

The Best Things to Do While in Costa Rica

Many tourists find Costa Rica to be an impressive country. People who have already been here cannot forget their experience because the place is simply full of beautiful sceneries and the trip was never boring for the loads of things to do while on vacation.

Mexico City Now Officially Named Mexico City

"DF," the acronym by which Mexico City has been known for decades in Mexico and many Spanish-speaking countries, ceased to be accurate on Jan. 29 as President Enrique Peña Nieto officially changed the capital's name from "Distrito Federal" to "Ciudad de México."

Zika Virus in Texas Confirmed Via Sexual Contact

The Zika virus that has scared Latin America for months was reported in the United States for the first time on Feb. 2, but the transmission apparently occurred via sexual contact rather than through a bite from the Aedes aegypti mosquito.

Vampire-Like Attacks Rising in New Zealand's North Island

Vampire attacks, sort of, are rising in the coastal city of Napier located on New Zealand's North Island with two biting cases reported last weekend. According to Stuff.co.nz, both attacks were perpetrated by women and arrests were made.

United Airlines Letting Families Board Early Again After Reversing 4-Year Policy

United Airlines is finally letting families with young children board early again after four years. Starting Feb. 15, families with children aged two and under will be prioritized before first class and elite members.

Great, Lesser-Known UNESCO World Heritage Sites for Travelers

There are over a thousand UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the planet and most people are traipsing through the most famous ones such as the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, the Great Wall of China and the Machu Picchu in Peru. Sure, these are fascinating destinations, but there is so much more to see beyond the highlights of tourist guides.

Peru Loses $860 Million, Now Under Fire as Top Corruption Busters Continue to Fight Corrupt Officials

A huge amount of money involved in corruption in Peru is reportedly at $860 million. In light of this, an international Anticorruption Conference kicks off as the country fights for corruption which has been evident since the 1990s.

E-Cigarettes: Which Flavor Is the Most Harmful?

Who would have thought that using e-cigarettes can do more harm than good? E-cigarettes come in various flavors that one can choose from; but the question is, which flavor is the most harmful among the rest of the choices? As per Daily Mail, a recent study suggested that cherry flavored vapes are more harmful to one's health than other varieties.

How Mexican Drug Cartels Earn Billions in Drug Trade

“Gangster Warlords” author Ioan Grillo recently revealed how the notorious Mexican drug cartels are making billions of dollars because of drug trade in the United States. In a video published on Business Insider, Grillo explained how traffickers invest in drugs and how much profits they earn.

Ex-El Salvador President Franciso Flores Dies at 56

Former EL Salvador President Francisco Flores has taken his secrets to his grave. Former El Salvador President Francisco Flores has taken all his alleged secrets to his grave, as the 56-year-old ex-president suffered a fatal cerebral hemorrhage on Saturday, Jan.

Pope Francis 'Not an Actor': Vatican Disputes Pope Film Claim

The Vatican has dispelled rumors that the Pope will be acting in his film debut. Hot on the heels of an announcement that the head of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis, is set to make his feature film debut, the Vatican has issued a statement dispelling the rumors.

Outspoken Ecuadorian Tribe Vows to Bring the Fight to China's Amazon Oil Exploration

The Zapara tribe leader has vowed to stop China's oil exploration activities in the Amazon. With China's impending oil-drilling exploration activities in the Amazon seemingly unstoppable, a leader from one of the Amazon's smallest tribes, Manari Ushigua, vowed to do everything in his power, to stop the deal, according to Fusion News.

International Maritime Organization: North Korea to Launch Rocket Carrying Earth Observation Satellite

The government of North Korea has sent a shipping warning to the International Maritime Organization confirming its intention to launch a long-range rocket carrying Earth observation satellite between Feb. 8 and 25.

DEA Links Hezbollah to Latin America Drug Cartels

DEA's recent arrests confirm Hezbollah joining the operations of Latin America drug cartels in order to finance the group.

Colombia Travel Tips: 5 Traditional Dishes Every Traveler Must Try

One of the best things that Colombia has to offer however is more than just their beautiful beaches and historic landscapes as Colombians are culinary geniuses as well.

US Health Officials Confirm First Sexually Transmitted Zika Virus Case

The first case of Zika virus infection in the United States was confirmed on Feb. 2, 2016, as well as the first case that was transmitted sexually.

Will Playboy Mansion Be Converted Into a Luxury Hotel?

Jeff Bracher, owner of "Beacher's Madhouse" made an offer to purchase the mansion despite its $200 million price tag.