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ISIS News Update: Hackers Reportedly Release Hit List of 100 US Military Personnel

The list provides addresses and other personal information and calls for "lone wolf" attacks on U.S. troops at home. The Pentagon is currently investigating but has asked military personnel to secure their online presence as well as their families'.

Pope Francis: Earth's Water Must Be Protected and Available to Everyone

The Argentine pontiff is encouraging the world to ensure that its water supplies are protected and available to us for all.

Is Cuba On the Verge of a Technology Revolution?

Last week, Cuba got its first free, public WiFi hub. But as significant as that is for the formerly hermetic island nation that's in the process of normalizing relations with the U.S. and others, it may just be the beginning of a much larger coming technology revolution in the country.

Peru Mummy Girl Update: Medical Scans Show Mummy Was Peruvian Girl Who Lived More Than Five Centuries Ago

Recent medical scans of the mummified remains of a young girl touring as part of exhibit at called “Mummies of the World: The Exhibition," belong to a girl who lived more than 500 years ago in Peru.

Spain Austerity Measures: Thousands Gather to Protest Spain's Budget Cutbacks in Madrid

On the eve of a crucial regional election in southern Spain, thousands of protesters took to a “march for dignity” in the city of Madrid.

Brazil Petrobras Scandal Update: Prosecutors Seek Tougher Anti-Corruption Laws

The top federal prosecutor's office (known as PGR) sent Congress proposals to stiffen penalties for corruption to up to 25 years in prison

The 10 Happiest Countries Are All in Latin America

Despite the economic instability, and the often dangerous political climate attached to nations like Venezuela and Colombia, the whole of Latin America is apparently a great place to experience everyday happiness.

Herbicide Used in US Anti-Drug Programs in Colombia Linked with Cancer - Report

The International Agency for Research on Cancer has reclassified the herbicide glyphosate, the world's most popular weed killer, as a carcinogen that poses a greater potential danger to industrial users than homeowners

Puerto Rico Drops Ban on Gay Marriage

Cesar Miranda, the Justice Secretary of Puerto Rico made an announcement on Friday that the government will take no measures restricting marriage to a bond between a man and a woman.

Theft Sours Shakira's 'Pies Descalzos' Colombian School Foundation's Latest Opening

Pop superstar Shakira’s latest school funded by her Colombian non-profit organization “Pies Descalzos” has been robbed.

43 Missing Students in Mexico: Human Rights Experts Distrust Mexican Government's Involvement, Calls for International Help

The unresolved disappearance of the 43 college students in Guerrero, Mexico, and the human rights violations in the country was a talking point during Amnesty International’s annual human rights meeting.

Russia News: Country's Presence in North Pole Continues to Increase

As tensions continue with the West, Russia moves to strengthen its eastern and Arctic interest with recent military manouvers and exercises.

'Shameless' Spoilers: Fiona Might Find Fun with Gus, But He's Not Necessarily Part of a 'Happy' Ending

On "Shameless" thing might be getting better for Fiona. In a tragic-comic show like “Shameless,” which builds its episodic tension over daily drunkenness, generational family dysfunction, and the soul-crushing exploits of a daddy figure who is always trying to stick it to the man, there has not been a lot of safe fun for the characters.

Glastonbury Festival 2015: Change.Org Petition Asks to Remove Kanye West as Headliner

A Change.org petition wants to remove Kanye West from the headliner spot on Saturday. The petition's author claims the hip-hop artist is an "insult to music fans all over the world."

NBC Olympics 2016 Rio: City's Water Reportedly Filled with Sewage, Debris

Sailing competitions are set to take place in dirty waters The city of Rio de Janiero needs to clean up their act -- and their bodies of water. The city will host the 2016 Summer Olympics, and much of the water that will be used in outdoor water events is filthy, the Washington Post reports.

Unexploded Bombs: Construction Crew Finds Unexploded WWII Bomb in US German Base

During construction at a U.S. military base in Bavaria, workers discovered an unexploded bomb from the Second World War, prompting an evacuation. The bomb was successfully defused a couple hours later.

Expecting Spanish Couple Hides for 24 Hours in Tunisian Musem After Attack

A Spanish couple and a Tunisian security guard were found alive after having spent close to 24 hours hiding in a Tunisian museum where gunmen killed 22 people during terrorist attack.

Mexico News: Canadian Man Beaten to Death at Resort in Mexico

A 50-year-old Canadian man who had been beaten to death was found on Wednesday at a beach at the Mexican resort of Los Cabos.

Solar Eclipse Time & Live Stream: Eclipse Will Appear in Sky on Friday Morning

A solar eclipse will appear in the sky Friday morning, the first day of spring, USA Today reports. The solar eclipse will occur the same day as a Supermoon.

Venezuela News 2015: Latin American Leaders Offer Support to Venezuela Over Issues with US

At an emergency summit meeting on Tuesday, Latin American left-wing leaders urged the U.S. to repeal an executive order which declared Venezuela to be a threat to the national security of the US.
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