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What's That Google Doodle? International Women's Day Celebrates Successes and Recognizes Struggles of Women

If you clicked on Google's front page illustration today, you'd know that today is International Women's Day, a holiday that was first celebrated in 1908.

BEHIND THE SCENES: 'Little Boy' Executive Producer Eduardo Verástegui Talks Filming American Film in Mexico

There's nothing more Americana than a Norman Rockwell painting where the artist captured the essence of American culture with the stroke of a paintbrush. Have you ever wondered what it would look like if Rockwell's paintings came to life during the 1940's, in the middle of World War II - but set in Mexico?Well Mexican Director Alejandro Monteverde, Mexican Executive Producer Eduardo Verástegui, and Executive Producers Roma Downey ("Touched by an Angel," "Son of God" & "The Bible" series) and Mark Burnett (producer of "The Voice," "Shark Tank," "Son of God" & "The Bible" series) have made this a reality with their upcoming major motion picture, "Little Boy," which hits theaters on April 24.

Vodafone Introducing More Time Off and Benefits for Those on Maternity Leave

The plan will go in effect for all worldwide Vodafone locations, including in the U.S. Vodafone is increasing the amount of time off given to expecting and women and those who have recently given birth to at least 16 weeks, the BBC reports.

Department of Labor Release Report on Worker Rights in Honduras

The U.S. Department of Labor released a report raising concerns of effective enforcement of labor laws in Honduras.

#HeForSheMx: Arap Bethke Appointed By UN Spokesman as Mexico Celebrates International Women's Day with Tweetathon

A number of different countries will also celebrate International Women's Day by participating in the HeforShe campaign, including Mexico.

Argentina Prosecutor Alberto Nisman Dead: Lawyer's Ex Wife Says Independent Investigation Found He Was Murdered

Alberto Nisman's ex wife, a judge, says an independent investigation found that Nisman was the victim of homicide and did not commit suicide or die in an accident.

Nicaraguan 'Family Council' Reportedly Encouraging Rape Victims to Marry Aggressors to 'Save the Girl's Honor'

Groups known as "family councils" are encouraging Nicaraguan rape victims to marry their aggressors. In two cases that involved victims as young as 14, the girls' parents decided to turn them into the brides of the alleged rapists, who were more than 30 years of age.

Maluma, Belinda Boyfriend, Girlfriend Rumors 2015: 'Carnaval' Singer Calls Belinda 'One of the Most Beautiful Women' He Has Seen, Denies They're Dating

Colombian singer Maluma has denied rumors that he is romantically involved with Belinda Peregrín. But that did not keep the reggaeton star from graciously complementing the Mexican artist.

International Women's Day: Shakira Shares Childhood School Photo, Asks Followers to Stand #UpForSchool Campaign [Pic]

With an Instagram post, Shakira showed her support for the #UpForSchool petition to encourage the world to promote girls' education.

Telenovelas Partly Inspired 'Downton Abbey,' Reveals Creator as Mexican First Lady Meets Cast

Mexican First Lady Angelica Rivera met some of the cast of "Downton Abbey" during her and her husband's visit to the United Kingdom. Though creator Julian Fellowes did not meet the first lady, he did meet President Pena Nieto.

Cristiano Ronaldo & Vannessa Huppenkothen Relationship Rumors: Does Real Madrid Star Have a Crush on Mexican Reporter?

Cristiano Ronaldo might not be single for long. The soccer star is reportedly interested in Mexican sports reporter and model Vanessa Huppenkothen, according to Diez Minutos Magazine.

Eike Batista Trial: Judge Thrown Off Ex-Billionaire's Case After Taking Joy Ride In Seized Porsche

Flavio Roberto de Souza, the judge overseeing the high profile insider-trading trial against Eike Batista, Brazil’s most notorious billionaire was removed from the case after he was accused of riding in one of the defendant’s seized luxury Porsche.

Venezuela Opposition Leader Fears Possible Cancellation of Elections

Venezuelan opposition leader Henrique Capriles says he fears President Nicolas Maduro will cancel key legislative elections later this year because the country's government is facing a huge crisis right now, Yahoo! News reports according to AFP.

South African Girl Reunited With Birth Mom 17 Years After Being Kidnapped

A South African baby girl was kidnapped at birth and now reunited with her biological mom 17 years later, CNN reports.

Mexico News 2015: British Prime Minister Cameron, President Enrique Pena Nieto to Discuss Human Rights in Mexico

When England’s Prime Minister David Cameron meets next with Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto, he will "raise concerns" about human rights and discuss Mexico's judicial system.

Colombia's FARC Rebels Vow to Reject Peace Treaty

The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia said Tuesday that they will not accept a peace treaty that would send insurgents to prison for fighting against something that they saw as an injustice, EFE reports.

ISIS News: Concerns Mount Over Young U.S. Citizens Joining Terrorist Group

With more than 20,000 foreigners known to have joined ISIS, the U.S. intelligence community is increasingly concerned about American citizens who decide to fight alongside the terrorist group. Charges against two men accused of aiding the organization were released on Wednesday.

U.S. Ambassador Gets 80 Stitches After Being Slashed in Face; North Korea Says It's Reflective of 'Anti-U.S. Sentiment'

The U.S. ambassador in South Korea was wounded in a stabbing incident on Thursday, prompting Pyongyang to qualify the assault as a "knife attack of justice" reflecting "anti-U.S. sentiment." A man shouting slogans against joint South Korean-U.S. war games slashed Mark Lippert's face and arm.

Oscar Nina: Former Bolivian Counter-Narcotics Policeman Arrested on Suspected Connection to Drug Trade

General Oscar Nina, a man who led Bolivia's national police force from 2010 until 2011, is being held on suspicion of connections to the drugs trade as well as illicit enrichment.

WW2 Japanese Battleship Musashi Discovered Off the Philippines, Microsoft Co-Founder Searched for it for 8 Years [Video]

The Musashi's resting place was unknown, after it was sunk by American planes in 1944. Seven decades later her wreckage was discovered in the Sibuyan Sea off the Philippines.
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